Plus, Graham Cochrane is a side-hustle whiz. After a job loss in 2009, he now pulls in $160K/month from two businesses in passive income — and he shares how he did it. Also, Citibank wants you to stop getting paper bills and what to do if your laptop gets stolen. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Plus, Will Kemper is a third-gen farmer from Indiana. He's looking to automate some of his farm work, and I've got some tips. What should you do if your EV catches fire? It's not what you'd expect. How to sell the stuff in your closet, and the trick to wiping location data from pics. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Plus, do you give your devices an update? Meet people who don't, and the risks they take. The holidays are almost here — we'll show you the tech to get and what to skip this November. Hear Johnny Cash cover Taylor Swift, thanks to AI. Also, a cool, easy trick for your Apple Watch. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Plus, I'm talking to Professor Scott Galloway about his views that Gen Z should be educated on mating dynamics — especially with sexbots on the rise. I’ll also show you how to spot phony retail sites, introduce a woman who turns her dating app matches into music, and highlight ChatGPT Plus's new file analysis tool. Don't miss out. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Plus, TikTok's Jacob Knowles shares his journey from lobsterman to social media star. I've got the lowdown on Apple's "Scary Fast" event. Boston Dynamics' robotic dog now serves as a talking tour guide, courtesy of ChatGPT, and hackers crack a $200 million Bitcoin puzzle. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Plus, there's a new term you need to know: Artificial General Intelligence, or AGI. I'm here to decode it for you. Men, did you know your phone might be messing with more than just your notifications? Yep, we're talking sperm counts. Stick around for the lowdown on doorbell cams, and a shortcut to whip through those long privacy policies. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Plus, are you a chronic snoozer? Here's why hitting that button isn't as bad as you think. Caller Jeffrey wonders, is it safe to share email addresses through QR codes? Despite rumors, find out why X (formerly Twitter) isn't going away, and the scoop on California canceling GM's self-driving taxi service. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Plus, is talking with AirPods on considered rude? We talk about it. Apple's new marketing campaign has an unlikely star: a throat singer. Google introduces .ing domains — expect some odd new websites. Ways to trace your photos across the web, and how to take care of your cords. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Plus, ever wondered about tech giants’ biggest flops? Allie hops on the show to give us a rundown. Cathay from Seattle is having a rough go sorting through her late father's 15 computers — I share some ways to ease her journey. Peek into the data your car collects on you, and the undercover map tracking your moves. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Plus, over 2,600 police and nearly 600 fire departments are partnered with Amazon's Ring. Lam Thuy Vo, data journalist at The Markup, digs into what Ring users share with authorities. Also, Motorola unveils a bendy phone that morphs into a bracelet and signs your TV might be eavesdropping. And listen up for ways to never miss important emails! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Plus, thousands watch YouTuber Brian Christopher win (or lose) big on slots. I talk to him about how he's turned this into a big business. All the deets on Hyundai's anti-theft tech update. Get tips to boost your phone's battery and snag Amazon deals. And meet iPad winner Ross — he got 100+ referrals to our newsletter, and shares his secret! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Plus, Regina's boss wants her to download an app on her personal phone. It's either that or lose her job — I offer her some advice. Also, I list the biggest scams going around this season. Tesla's issues just keep growing, Apple fights the right to repair, and a peek at what you’re really sharing with your home listing. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Plus, hear about a man who tattoos his online trolls' faces on himself in a unique payback plot. Do you lurk on your ex’s social profiles? I reveal the science behind why we do it — even if it’s not good for you. Also, Amazon shopping hacks for snagging deals and tips to ace voice typing. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Plus, Daniel Belquer, the "Chief Vibrational Officer" of Music: Not Impossible, shares the story of the haptic suit his team created to make live events special for the deaf and hard of hearing. A homeowner's plan to stop Google Maps backfires, ESRB's facial scanning tech and Wayfair's AI tool. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Plus, Benjamin and Holly's entire tech life is under attack — I give them my trusted advice. iOS 17 is here; it's time to sell your older iPhones before they're worth squat. Samsung's new products and the "bougie broke" trend takes over TikTok. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Plus, Washington Post's Geoffrey Fowler learned his $123 HP ink cartridges cost $2 to make — I chat with him about it. Ukrainian women are using AI to "honey trap" Russian soldiers. AI thinks it wrote the Constitution, and tools designed to combat constant lateness. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Plus, a happy story: a bank teller stopped a woman from being scammed $50K. Netflix's password crackdown is actually working — I've got the numbers. PC sales are plummeting, how to secure your intimate photos in the cloud, and tips to make your phone run fast. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
File next year’s taxes for free (really) and sweet updates coming to Chrome and YouTube. Plus, is it safe to hit “unsubscribe,” a super-useful voice command and a headline that had Kim and the crew shaking their heads. All that, plus lots of laughs. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Plus, not a fan of smiling for photos? Google's new app can turn that frown upside down. Caller Matt thinks he subscribed to The Weather Channel, but is uneasy about it needing his SSN. Also, the lowdown on state e-bike rebates, Klarna's shopping AI, and how to spot a hacked webcam. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Plus, Venmo's guard isn’t quite up — see why it's a magnet for thieves. Caller Danny is on a quest to set up his online newsletter, and I give him my advice. Discover the savvy way to keep your number private, delete unwanted accounts, and the lowdown on phone expiration dates. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Plus, who has your data? I chat with Consumer Reports' Ginny Fahs about Permission Slip, an app that helps you tell companies to stop collecting. The "Godfather of AI" is wary about the future. I’ll explore an AI love-life tool, apps you need to delete, and a trick to unveil mystery callers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Plus, old-school TV is fading away — here's why Gen Z is switching off. Caller Stephen had his data swiped, and I lend a helping hand. I also delve into spotting fake news, picking the best spot for your router, and quieting down those noisy group notifications. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Plus, a website that makes it easy to find any movie on streaming. And hey, victims of the MGM cyberattack — Larry Flynt's Hustler Club has a little something to make it up to you. The health features your watch can keep track of, and how to keep your location off Google Maps. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Plus, what happens to all our online accounts when you die? I know: it's a grim topic, but here are the three steps you need to take. Caller Robert from Texas needs a quick way to digitize handwritten notes. Also, Meta's new AI for ads, and I'll reveal the best day to book flights. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Plus, I talk to caller Cee Cee on how she lost $17,000 in a romance scam. Big surprise — she got most of it back. Do you like to party? Airbnb is using AI to kick out rowdy guests. Some Walmart delivery drivers buy fake cred online and three things you can do with a dead iPhone. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Plus, caller Debra is in trouble: following an affair, her husband hired someone from the dark web to find nude pics of her — now he's plotting revenge. I offer her guidance. Also, how Peeping Toms are using smartphones, and the scoop on last week's emergency alert test. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Plus, your kid's drowning in 5,000 messages a week — I share tips for parents. I also give my advice to caller James on setting up his and his wife's wills online. Cell phone etiquette rules, Meta's creepy glasses, and six survey apps that actually pay. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Plus, we've got the iPhone 15 to review in the studio, and oh boy, do we have thoughts. Gen Z is smashing their bones to get the perfect face, thanks to a TikTok trend. Tips on Reddit searches, Google Earth's new slideshow tools, and making image generators work for you. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Plus, Martinus Evans is on a mission to get everyone running. I talk to him about the Slow AF Run Club, his community of over 25,000 slow runners and walkers. Blue light might speed up puberty — here's the scoop. Also, streetlights are going purple and a web browser designed for people with ADD. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Plus, heading back to the office? Here's what to know about bosses tracking you. I chat with caller Sharon May from Oregon about finding a good animation software for her grandson. High-speed police drones, and a heads-up: hackers are targeting travelers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
