This week on the podcast we're talking about everybody getting hacked, the best browser for privacy, and sex myths debunked. We're also answering questions about downloading movies legally, cheap tablets for students, and the best Bluetooth headphones. Looking for the show notes? You can find this episode at http://lifehacker.com/1527099370 (after 1:00 PM PT) and all episodes at http://lifehacker.com/theshow (anytime). See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice...
Feb 20, 2014•1 hr•Transcript available on Metacast This week on the podcast, we're talking about Comcast getting hacked and merging with Time Warner, how to start exercising when you're already overweight, and modding headphones for better sound. We're also answering your questions about eating healthy on a budget, gaming with multiple monitors, and what Windows' "Power Saver" features really do. Looking for the show notes? You can find this episode at http://lifehacker.com/1522328715 (after 1:00 PM PT) and all episodes at http://lifehacker.com/...
Feb 13, 2014•56 min•Transcript available on Metacast This week on the podcast, we're answering your questions about deleting old Facebook posts, automating Flickr uploads, and cheap ways to get a Plex media center. Looking for the show notes? You can find this episode at http://lifehacker.com/1517617259 (after 1:00 PM PT) and all episodes at http://lifehacker.com/theshow (anytime). See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Feb 06, 2014•39 min•Transcript available on Metacast This week on the podcast, we’re talking about web sites listening to your microphone, explaining tech to the uninitiated, and why media companies block content overseas. We’re also answering your questions about DIY cable management, internet speeds, and building a new computer. Looking for the show notes? You can find this episode at http://lifehacker.com/1512576865 (after 1:00 PM PT) and all episodes at http://lifehacker.com/theshow (anytime). See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy an...
Jan 30, 2014•43 min•Transcript available on Metacast This week on the podcast, we're talking about Chrome extensions becoming malware, free alternatives to LogMeIn, and Life lessons from World of Warcraft. We're also answering your questions about organizing your iTunes library, streaming from a Chromecast, and buying a used MacBook Air. Looking for the show notes? You can find this episode at http://lifehacker.com/1507597532 (after 1:00 PM PT) and all episodes at http://lifehacker.com/theshow (anytime). See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/pri...
Jan 23, 2014•1 hr 6 min•Transcript available on Metacast This week on the podcast, we're talking about the return of Winamp, the new ruling on Net Neutrality laws, and why you make bad decisions when you're attracted to someone. We're also answering your questions about combining cloud storage space, using technology in bed, and cooling your home in the hot summer. Looking for the show notes? You can find this episode at http://lifehacker.com/1502847880 (after 5:00 PM PT) and all episodes at http://lifehacker.com/theshow (anytime). See Privacy Policy ...
Jan 16, 2014•53 min•Transcript available on Metacast This week on the podcast we’re talking about making your own food substitute, why fast Android updates don’t matter anymore, and a whole bunch of cell carrier announcements. We’re also answering your questions about salvaging old computer parts, saving your Android battery life, and whether or not Chromebooks can work as primary laptops. Looking for the show notes? You can find this episode at http://lifehacker.com/1498059539 (after 5:00 PM PT) and all episodes at http://lifehacker.com/theshow (...
Jan 09, 2014•55 min•Transcript available on Metacast This week on the podcast we're talking to osteopathic physician and director of Examine.com, Dr. Spencer Nadolsky, to answer your health questions. We're also talking to Rod Ebrahimi, CEO of debt management site ReadyForZero.com to solve all sorts of personal finance problems, from credit scores to student loans. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Dec 31, 2013•1 hr 9 min•Transcript available on Metacast This week on the podcast we're talking to former landlord and property owner Bruce Dachis and Las Vegas-based registered dietician Andy Bellatti to get expert answers to your questions. We'll have another expert podcast next week before returning to our regular format, only at a new time: 10:00 AM PT. Stay tuned! See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Dec 26, 2013•59 min•Transcript available on Metacast This week on the podcast we’re talking about Target stores getting hacked, the emergence of SteamOS, and how to stop your phone from tracking you. We’re also answering your questions about Beats by Dre headphones, making travel suck less, and fixing audiobook problems in iTunes. Looking for the show notes? You can find this episode at http://lifehacker.com/1486761466 (after 5:00 PM PT) and all episodes at http://lifehacker.com/theshow (anytime). See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy an...
Dec 19, 2013•1 hr 7 min•Transcript available on Metacast This week on the podcast we’re talking about buying a versatile suit for any occasion, how cholesterol works, and Jay-Z’s best productivity tips. We’re also answering your questions about ditching iPhoto, salvaging your product keys from Microsoft Office, and replacing your broken iPod’s screen. Looking for the show notes? You can find this episode at http://lifehacker.com/1477478271 (after 5:00 PM PT) and all episodes at http://lifehacker.com/theshow (anytime). See Privacy Policy at https://art...
Dec 05, 2013•53 min•Transcript available on Metacast This week on the podcast we're talking about Winamp shutting down, laptop reliability, and training Google Now for better suggestions. We're also answering your questions about Factory resets on Android, video game controllers on iOS, and whether you should build a NAS. Looking for the show notes? You can find this episode at http://lifehacker.com/1469261262 (after 5:00 PM PT) and all episodes at http://lifehacker.com/theshow (anytime). See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and Califor...
Nov 21, 2013•1 hr 14 min•Transcript available on Metacast We're out celebrating Thanksgiving, but that doesn't mean you have to go without a podcast! This week we're answering a backlog of your questions on comparing Android ROMs, turning email newsletters into an RSS feed, finding ebook deals, and tons more! On top of that, we also brought in a special guest: Carol Miller from Butterball Turkey joins us to answer just about everything you'd need to know about preparing a bird for the holidays. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and Califo...
Nov 15, 2013•1 hr 10 min•Transcript available on Metacast This week on the podcast we're talking about making the airport suck less, the science behind breakups and how to make them better, and what it really takes to switch to Linux. We're also answering your questions about Google Hangouts vs. Google Voice, broken laptops, silencing users on Twitter. Looking for the show notes? You can find this episode at http://lifehacker.com/1464785352 (after 5:00 PM PT) and all episodes at http://lifehacker.com/theshow (anytime). See Privacy Policy at https://art...
Nov 15, 2013•1 hr 12 min•Transcript available on Metacast This week on the podcast we’re talking about tons of Google news, finding great deals on PC games, and essential times for first-time computer builders. We’re also answering your questions about migrating iPhone data to Android, overriding annoying YouTube defaults, and improving sound quality on a MacBook Pro. Looking for the show notes? You can find this episode at http://lifehacker.com/1460476491 (after 5:00 PM PT) and all episodes at http://lifehacker.com/theshow (anytime). See Privacy Polic...
Nov 07, 2013•1 hr 15 min•Transcript available on Metacast This week on the podcast we’re talking about the new features in Android KitKat, evil tips from millionaires, and how to mooch off of your friends. We’re also answering your questions about tracking someone down online, changing your home address on Google Maps, and when you should upgrade your iPad and Windows 8. Looking for the show notes? You can find this episode at http://lifehacker.com/1456415870 (after 5:00 PM PT) and all episodes at http://lifehacker.com/theshow (anytime). See Privacy Po...
Oct 31, 2013•1 hr 10 min•Transcript available on Metacast This week we’re talking about everything Apple did, whether or not you should buy all your stuff on Amazon, and how to donate to charity without giving money. We’re also answering your questions about making iOS 7’s Calendar app suck less, picking great headphones, and whether or not Flickr’s free storage is too good to be true. Looking for the show notes? You can find this episode at http://lifehacker.com/1451780260 (after 5:00 PM PT) and all episodes at http://lifehacker.com/theshow (anytime)....
Oct 24, 2013•1 hr 16 min•Transcript available on Metacast This week on the podcast we’re talking about all the new stuff in Windows 8.1 and Ubuntu 13.10, Android security, and the truth behind 10 prolific health myths. We’re also answering your questions about waking up effectively in the morning, planning household chores, and if using the great email client Sparrow is worthwhile Looking for the show notes? You can find this episode at http://lifehacker.com/1447375369 (after 5:00 PM PT) and all episodes at http://lifehacker.com/theshow (anytime). See ...
Oct 17, 2013•1 hr 17 min•Transcript available on Metacast This week on the podcast we’re talking about all the bugs in iOS 7, time saving Android shortcuts you should be using, and how to find your parked car when you lose it. We’re also answering your questions about migrating a scattered iTunes collection to a new computer, improving cellular reception when you have none, and automatically downloading podcasts on your iPhone. Looking for the show notes? You can find this episode at http://lifehacker.com/1443615018 (after 5:00 PM PT) and all episodes ...
Oct 10, 2013•57 min•Transcript available on Metacast This week on the podcast we're talking about how manufacturers cheat on smartphone benchmarks, creating your own customized version of Android, and awesome URL tricks for YouTube. We're also answering your questions about prepaid cellphone plans, buying refurbished laptops, and syncing your podcast feeds between Android and iOS. Looking for the show notes? You can find this episode at http://lifehacker.com/1440865980 (after 5:00 PM PT the day of the show) and all episodes at http://lifehacker.co...
Oct 03, 2013•1 hr 23 min•Transcript available on Metacast This week on the podcast we’re talking about whether it’s worth upgrading your phone every six months, how to be productive at work when everything is blocked, and which build of XBMC you should use on your Raspberry Pi. We’re also answering your questions about making your own ringtones, a good video camera app for Android, and if you should replace your laptop-desktop combo with just one powerful laptop. Looking for the show notes? You can find this episode at http://lifehacker.com/1405300681 ...
Sep 26, 2013•1 hr 15 min•Transcript available on Metacast This week on the podcast we're talking about a little bit of iOS news, why you should take another look at widgets on Android, and how to survive inside of Apple's walled garden. We're also answering your questions about power line ethernet adapters, how to quit a job that you hate, and getting notifications for messages Facebook doesn't deem worthy. Looking for the show notes? You can always find them after 5:00 PM PT at http://lifehacker.com/theshow. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/pri...
Sep 19, 2013•59 min•Transcript available on Metacast This week on the podcast we're talking about iOS 7 and the new iPhones (briefly), making money in your spare time, and a few lesser-used Google services with awesome hidden features. We're also answering your questions about smartphone protection plans, using one keyboard with multiple computers, and power cycling electronics automatically. (Also, lots of immature humor. Sorry about that. Sort of.) You can find the show notes to this show and every show we've ever done after 5:00 PM PT on the da...
Sep 12, 2013•1 hr 15 min•Transcript available on Metacast This week on the podcast we’re talking about Android’s new KitKat obsession, speeding up your old iPhone or iPad, and turning your phone into the ultimate alarm clock. We’re also answering your questions about hacking Netflix, removing file duplicates, and docking your MacBook without spending a fortune. Looking for the show notes? You can find this episode at http://lifehacker.com/1259676130 (after 5:00 PM PT) and all episodes at http://lifehacker.com/theshow (anytime). See Privacy Policy at ht...
Sep 05, 2013•1 hr 8 min•Transcript available on Metacast This week on the podcast we’re talking about hacking your tiny apartment, making the most on a smartphone sale, and buying parts for your custom PC. We’re also answering your questions about consolidating music libraries, putting speakers in the shower, and toggling the cellular radio on your Android. Looking for the show notes? You can find this episode at http://lifehacker.com/1223730631 (after 5:00 PM PT) and all episodes at http://lifehacker.com/theshow (anytime). See Privacy Policy at https...
Aug 29, 2013•1 hr 2 min•Transcript available on Metacast This week on the podcast we’re talking about blocking YouTube ads, the difference between antivirus and anti-malware, and app updates galore. We’re also answering your questions about international calling on the cheap, how to pick a Windows laptop, and BitTorrent privacy. Looking for the show notes? You can find this episode at LINK (after 5:00 PM PT) and all episodes at http://lifehacker.com/theshow (anytime). See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at htt...
Aug 22, 2013•1 hr 11 min•Transcript available on Metacast This week on the podcast we’re talking about encrypted email, whether Microsoft Office or LibreOffice deserves your download, and why you should ditch photo management software. We’re also answering your questions about making an awesome podcast, the best laptops for college, and which password manager you should use. Looking for the show notes? You can find this episode at http://lifehacker.com/1150817105 (after 5:00 PM PT) and all episodes at http://lifehacker.com/theshow (anytime). See Privac...
Aug 15, 2013•1 hr 6 min•Transcript available on Metacast This week on the podcast we're talking about the merits of Lifehacking, IFTTT for iPhone, and Amazon Prime. Also, Chrome's horribly insecure password manager. We're also answering your questions about Blu-ray ripping, syncing to multiple cloud services, and migrating from Picasa to Flickr. Show notes go up on Lifehacker at 5:00 PM PT every Thursday, and you can find all the show notes for every episode at http://lifehacker.com/theshow. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and Californ...
Aug 08, 2013•1 hr 15 min•Transcript available on Metacast This week on the podcast we’re talking about making tough decisions, lying on your resume, and the health benefits of personal rituals. We’re also answering your questions about ditching cable, hooking up tons of monitors to your laptop, and finding a career that you love. You'll find the show notes at http://lifehacker.com/993801681 after 5:00 PM PT and the show notes archive at http://lifehacker.com/tag/the-show. Thanks for listening! See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and Califor...
Aug 01, 2013•57 min•Transcript available on Metacast This week on the podcast we're talking about Android 4.3, the new Chromecast device from Google, and how stores are tracking you through your phone. We're also answering your questions about mechanical keyboards, when to use apps instead of mobile sites, and building the ultimate Photoshop PC. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Jul 25, 2013•48 min•Transcript available on Metacast 
