

The Upgrade by Lifehacker
Lifehacker
Each week, Jordan Calhoun and Meghan Walbert of Lifehacker brings in all-star guests to tackle the stuff that matters—like how to be happy, how to buy a TV, how to be less bad with money and how to tell if you’re dating a psychopath. Look, you're doing great, but quite frankly we think you can be a little better. All your friends do too. It's time for The Upgrade.
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Feb 20, 2017 • 34min
How to Make Your Voice Heard in Politics
This week on The Upgrade we're learning how we can get involved with politics and make our voices heard even when it's not an election year. We discuss the best ways to reach out to your representatives, the efficacy of marches and demonstrations, and more. You can find the show notes and all episodes at http://lifehacker.com/theshow
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Feb 6, 2017 • 26min
How to Find Love on the Internet
This week on The Upgrade we’re looking for love online and learning about the world of online dating, including the dos and don’ts of crafting the perfect dating profile. Looking for the show notes? You can find the show notes and all episodes at http://lifehacker.com/theshow
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Jan 30, 2017 • 30min
How to Find, Buy, and Upgrade the Perfect HDTV for You
This week on The Upgrade, we show you how to shop for, buy, and set up a good HDTV for the big game--or for any game, movie night, or Netflix binge session. Looking for the show notes? You can find the show notes and all episodes at http://lifehacker.com/theshow
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Jan 26, 2017 • 1min
Introducing: The Upgrade
Welcome (back)! We're relaunching our podcast with a new name, new logo, new tips and tricks for getting things done.
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Apr 3, 2014 • 1h 13min
Selling Stuff Online, Android Phones, and Podcast Goodbyes
This week on the podcast we're answering your questions about prepaid cellphone carriers, selling stuff online, and choosing Android phones—plus an announcement about the future of the Lifehacker podcast.
Looking for the show notes? You can find this episode at http://lifehacker.com/1557701694 (after 1:00 PM PT) and all episodes at http://lifehacker.com/theshow (anytime).
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Mar 27, 2014 • 50min
Android Skins, Amazon Fakes, and Expensive Cable Bills
This week on the podcast, we're talking about the new Android service packs, streaming your movie collection with Google Drive, and OneNote vs Evernote. We're also answering your questions about fake items on Amazon, expensive cable bills, and backing up your files on Windows.
Looking for the show notes? You can find this episode at http://lifehacker.com/1552976757 (after 1:00 PM PT) and all episodes at http://lifehacker.com/theshow (anytime).
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Mar 20, 2014 • 57min
Broken Phones, Nintendo 64, and Bandwidth Hogs
This week on the podcast, we're talking about Microsoft OneNote's big overhaul, what do to if you break your phone, and shortcuts every Windows user should know. We're also answering your questions about playing classic Nintendo 64 games, stopping housemates from hogging your internet, and buying the right cable modem.
Looking for the show notes? You can find this episode at http://lifehacker.com/1548149429 (after 1:00 PM PT) and all episodes at http://lifehacker.com/theshow (anytime).
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Mar 13, 2014 • 56min
Ban Telemarketers, Get a Job You Love, and (Don't) Speed Read
This week on the podcast we're talking about the scam that is speed reading, taking a pay cut to work the job you really want, and getting rid of telemarketers. We're also answering your questions about anonymity online, streaming video from your home to your hotel, and starting a podcast.
Looking for the show notes? You can find this episode at http://lifehacker.com/1543211654 (after 1:00 PM PT) and all episodes at http://lifehacker.com/theshow (anytime).
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Mar 6, 2014 • 55min
The Best TV Streaming Apps, Steam Sharing, and Camera Comparisons
This week on the podcast, we're talking about Steam's new sharing feature, the best TV streaming services, and communication mistakes every couple makes. We're also answering your questions about Android battery life, how real cameras stack up to phones, and finding out how much data you use at home.
Looking for the show notes? You can find this episode at http://lifehacker.com/1537967187 (after 1:00 PM PT) and all episodes at http://lifehacker.com/theshow (anytime).
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Feb 27, 2014 • 1h 4min
Apple's Security Flaw, Secret Job Hunts, and Gamify Everything
This week on the podcast, we're talking about Apple's iOS and OS X security flaw, the new Dropbox terms of service you should opt out of, and gamifying everything in your life. We're also answering your questions about LastPass' security, job hunting in secret, and making money in your spare time.
Looking for the show notes? You can find this episode at http://lifehacker.com/1532718322 (after 1:00 PM PT) and all episodes at http://lifehacker.com/theshow (anytime).
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