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.
Oct 11, 2023•33 min•Transcript available on Metacast 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.
Oct 10, 2023•33 min•Transcript available on Metacast 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.
Oct 09, 2023•34 min•Transcript available on Metacast 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.
Oct 06, 2023•47 min•Transcript available on Metacast 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.
Oct 05, 2023•33 min•Transcript available on Metacast 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.
Oct 04, 2023•31 min•Transcript available on Metacast Plus, I chat with New York Times Tech Columnist Kashmir Hill about Clearview AI, the Shazam for faces with nearly 30 billion scraped from the web. I’ll also touch on a night-prowling police drone, bosses spying with tech, and a heads up for travelers — hackers might be lurking.
Oct 03, 2023•33 min•Transcript available on Metacast Plus, got a side hustle? I show Chris from Colorado how to set up an online presence for his small biz. Major networks are up for grabs — Baby Boomers can rescue them. Tips on setting up Zoom backgrounds, spotting hacked webcams, and finding keyloggers on your devices.
Oct 02, 2023•34 min•Transcript available on Metacast Plus, always forgetting your laptop charger? Here's how to make your laptop battery last longer. Now's the time to stop leaving voicemails — we've got the lowdown on new phone etiquette rules. TikTok slang for parents and how to turn an okay resume into a great one.
Sep 29, 2023•49 min•Transcript available on Metacast Plus, I talk to Mckala Stepp, a gal who gave away thousands in a celebrity romance scam. She thought she was talking to Dacre Montgomery, who plays Billy on “Stranger Things.” Also, I cover Microsoft's AI announcements, printers storing your data and NFTs lose their value.
Sep 28, 2023•34 min•Transcript available on Metacast Plus, Opera GX says it'll clear your embarrassing search history — even if you've died. I give advice to Lance from Knoxville on how to move photos to a thumb drive without squishing the quality. X is now pushing subscriptions for tweets and runners ditch their GPS watches.
Sep 27, 2023•32 min•Transcript available on Metacast Plus, Caller Matt Wood's teen daughter wants a cell phone, but he doesn't want it to have access to the internet. What should he do? I give him my expert advice. New scam at the pump, scientists decode chicken emotions with AI, and the safest airplane seat.
Sep 26, 2023•33 min•Transcript available on Metacast Plus, True Classic CEO Ryan Bartlett started his company with just $3,000; since 2019, it's made more than $250 million. I talk to him about the tactics he used to kickstart his journey. Also, subscription fee overload and must-do tips for your next visit to the mechanic.
Sep 25, 2023•33 min•Transcript available on Metacast Plus, do you often think about ancient Rome? Why a viral meme says it's always on guys’ minds. Google Bard sifts through your inbox — here’s what that means for privacy. Pro tips for scheduling work meetings and hotel room hotspots you should def clean.
Sep 22, 2023•49 min•Transcript available on Metacast Plus, got social media FOMO from your friends' vacay pics? Don't feel too bad — I'll tell you why they might be rolling in debt. Also, I guide Debi on building a heartfelt digital scrapbook for her son. AI that builds software for just $1, and lifesaving tech essentials for every school child.
Sep 21, 2023•32 min•Transcript available on Metacast Plus, Cassie is the mom of two reborn dolls — super-realistic baby dolls that aren't alive, but with which she shares a real bond. I talk to her all about it. The scoop on TikTok age filters, Sony's robotic dog foster program, and how your tech might interfere with implants.
Sep 20, 2023•33 min•Transcript available on Metacast Plus, for over a decade, twin sisters Madison and Christine were haunted by a cyberstalker who shared their nude photos with loved ones. They share their journey to justice. Fishy reviews on aspartame, a ChatGPT diagnosis tale, and putting a halt to Facebook's data harvest for AI.
Sep 19, 2023•43 min•Transcript available on Metacast Plus, does your car track your sex life? You might be surprised. I chat with a caller embroiled in a Facebook scam involving their T-shirt art. Also, the yellow line disrupting autonomous cars in Florida, and hot takes on Apple's new products.
Sep 18, 2023•33 min•Transcript available on Metacast Plus, special guest Andrew Babinski shows us TikTok tips. We discuss a unique hiring method: the 'coffee cup test.' Also, discover a simple hack to enjoy YouTube videos with the screen off and access captions on any app on your phone.
Sep 15, 2023•34 min•Transcript available on Metacast Plus, I offer advice to caller Bob from Atlanta on how to fight a false Amazon counterfeit claim. I also reveal the weird way a Caribbean island plans to earn $30 million from AI. Find out the science behind the 'six degrees of separation' theory, and learn which apps are looking in.
Sep 14, 2023•32 min•Transcript available on Metacast Plus, Mozilla's *Privacy Not Included project investigated the data collected by 25 top car brands — and it's a lot! I discuss the shocking findings with Program Director Jen Caltrider. Google's new policy on first-time advertisers, and Mercedes' builds a Tesla competitor.
Sep 13, 2023•32 min•Transcript available on Metacast Plus, I chat with Bloomberg reporter Zeke Faux, who traced a text scam targeting him all the way to a human trafficking ring in Cambodia. A new scheme threatening to leak personal s*x tapes, the rising costs of high-speed internet, and must-know AI terms.
Sep 12, 2023•32 min•Transcript available on Metacast Plus, unsure what happens to your car at the mechanic? A car cam might be your solution. I give my advice to June from Knoxville on tools to record her past experiences as a police officer. Storing 100,000 songs for free in the cloud and a neat plant ID tool.
Sep 11, 2023•32 min•Transcript available on Metacast Plus, be careful with QR codes. Clever new scams are spreading fast. How much is $1,000 worth of Apple shares in 1998 worth today? (Hint: It's a lot!). A heartwarming Facebook story, fun ChatGPT-powered tools, video game speedruns and how to upgrade your browser with an underrated feature.
Sep 08, 2023•45 min•Transcript available on Metacast Plus, can your smart thermostat be controlled by the power company? Dennis from Myrtle Beach wants to know, and I give him the answer. I explore why Siri and Alexa falter with CPR, the best times to buy flights and cruises, and how tech pros use hotel TVs.
Sep 07, 2023•33 min•Transcript available on Metacast Plus, deepfake videos are spreading — how to spot them. Lost kids found through video doorbells, dozens fall for Facebook scam, and ways to hide your phone number.
Sep 06, 2023•33 min•Transcript available on Metacast Plus, I chatted with journalist Jason Koebler of 404 Media about his investigation into sketchy Instagram ads that promote hard drugs, scams and more. A principal is using TikTok to call out her students and screens cause major eye problems. Also, how to digitize important docs.
Sep 05, 2023•32 min•Transcript available on Metacast Plus, I talk to Doug from Chicago, IL, who manages his own WiFi through a company-supplied laptop. He wonders how much his employer can see of his family's online activity. The dangers of selling online and three free Photoshop alternatives you should know about.
Sep 04, 2023•34 min•Transcript available on Metacast Plus, getting paid to dream? I talked to Twitch streamer StanleyMOV about his sleep streams. They've made him enough to pay his rent. Find spy cams with your phone, the latest on a big cybercrime bust, and quick tips to get work done faster.
Sep 01, 2023•51 min•Transcript available on Metacast Plus, your car's more hackable than you think — I've got the lowdown on fortifying your four-wheeler. I talk to Frank from Pennsylvania about the Saturn app and keeping your kiddos cyber-safe. Back-to-school shopping hacks and how to save money online like a pro.
Aug 31, 2023•34 min•Transcript available on Metacast