The Current powered by Kim Komando
Kim Komando
Sound like a tech pro, even if you’re not! Award-winning popular host Kim Komando is your secret weapon. Kim is in a class all her own. Her widely successful radio show is heard on over 500 stations in the United States and internationally in 175 different countries. Kim has millions of fans who love her down-to-earth, deeply relatable, and easy-to-understand way of talking about consumer tech. Every episode is loaded with the scoop about the latest gadgets, online security, social media trends, and digital privacy. Kim makes it all entertaining and fun. With a mix of important news, practical advice, and compelling conversations, you’ll be able to make informed decisions and stay up-to-date with the latest trends in the tech world. Kim started her show and still owns it herself. She’s not part of a big broadcasting company. Her company has no debt or investors. That’s why many small business owners also turn to her for advice on growing their businesses using web-based tools. In the Current powered by Kim Komando, every episode is loaded with ways to better your tech life. New episodes drop every Monday & Wednesday. To learn more about Kim, the things she mentions, or submit a topic or question, drop by www.Komando.comSee megaphone.spotify.com/legal for privacy information.
Episodes
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Sep 25, 2025 • 12min
Your smart speaker is building a case against you
Alexa might be listening more than you think. George, your AI host, breaks down how much data your smart speaker is really grabbing, plus the Venmo ‘oops’ scam that could cost you big, fragile iPhone 17s, the MGM hacker teen, and device advice you need to hear.
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Sep 23, 2025 • 11min
Hackers love your browser logins
Saving passwords in your browser could invite trouble, so it's best to use a dedicated password manager. A drone mishap took down a firefighting plane, revealing the perils of aerial technology. Pope Leo XIV doesn't want an AI chatbot impersonating him, calling it inappropriate. American retirement funds are unknowingly backing spyware firms! Plus, discover how Mars had multiple watery periods that could have supported life and be updated on tech mishaps like iPhone 17 glitches and the latest in EV battery innovations.
Sep 22, 2025 • 52min
Scammers are ripping off your neighbors
Think that random text about a package or bill is harmless? Think again, it could be a scam from right down the street. Then, cruise ships get Starlink, ads show up on refrigerators, and ChatGPT could help you finally publish that book. Plus, I talk to Erikas Tiurinas from Incogni about data leaks, brokers, and keeping your personal info safe online. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Sep 18, 2025 • 11min
The cloud is actually in the ocean
The world’s internet runs on wet spaghetti under the sea, and when those cables snap, we all feel it. George, your AI host of The Current, explains how fragile our digital lifeline really is, then covers poisoned calendar invites, an AI lawsuit, TikTok’s survival deal, Roku’s bot-made ads, and Amazon’s big hardware reveal.
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Sep 16, 2025 • 11min
Why your insurance bill could suddenly soar
Identity theft insurance fraud is set to spike 49% by 2025 as scammers build synthetic identities. Laura, your AI host filling in for George, has all the details. Plus, fake Google reviews holding small businesses hostage, iPhone 17’s new security, Microsoft’s AI in File Explorer, Amazon’s AR glasses for drivers, and MIT’s telepathic wearable. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Sep 15, 2025 • 35min
Can ChatGPT mess with your mind?
Some users are spiraling into delusions, claiming the AI gave them a sacred mission. It’s being called “ChatGPT-induced psychosis.” Plus: Physical buttons are making a comeback in cars, Shark has recalled some pressure cookers and much more.
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Sep 11, 2025 • 11min
The cyberstalker inside her own home
A teen’s life was turned upside down when anonymous messages flooded her phone. The shocking truth? The harasser was closer than anyone imagined. George, your AI host, breaks down this chilling story along with UFOs deflecting U.S. missiles, AI startups pumping out thousands of podcasts weekly, and essential device tips to speed up your gadgets, protect your privacy, and make your tech work smarter. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Sep 9, 2025 • 12min
Bluetooth is spying on you right now
Think Bluetooth is harmless? Think again. George, your AI host, explains how apps secretly use Bluetooth to track your movements and how to shut it down on iPhone and Android.
George will also tell you about a lawyer suing Meta, new webcam malware, AI fantasy football, Gen Z’s wired headphone comeback, AI musicians landing record deals. Plus: quick device hacks for Gmail, Apple Watch, Chrome, Fire Stick, and iPhone charging. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Sep 8, 2025 • 25min
Avi Loeb on 3I/Atlas: comet or alien spacecraft?
It’s the third interstellar object ever discovered. Most astronomers dismiss it as a comet. Harvard’s Avi Loeb says too many things don’t line up. If it’s a comet, it’s moving unusually fast. Its tail looks abnormal. Its path seems too precise to be random. In this episode, he explains why he thinks it’s more than rock and ice. Could 3I/Atlas actually be alien technology? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Sep 4, 2025 • 12min
Your digital life could vanish overnight
Your forgotten accounts may not be as safe as you think. George, your AI host, reveals how long Gmail, iCloud, Dropbox, and more keep your data before hitting delete. Plus, the latest on Amazon Prime’s crackdown, Walmart’s Peacock deal, YouTube’s family plan changes, AI in healthcare, and device tricks you can use today. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
