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Dec 19, 2024 • 36min

The news app you can’t trust

Is NewsBreak on your phone? This AI-powered app, the U.S.’s top news aggregator, is accused of spreading fake stories. Fitness trackers might be selling your health data, GM just axed its robotaxi project, and — believe it or not — floppy disks are still running planes and subways! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Dec 18, 2024 • 51min

What is Skibidi Toilet?

Kids are hooked on toilets that dance and sing. Skibidi Toilet is the latest bizarre trend taking over their screens — we break it down for adults. Plus, Walmart’s body cam program, hidden risks of two-factor authentication, and why Gen Z needs a ride to work from Mom and Dad. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Dec 16, 2024 • 50min

Are the New Jersey drones searching for nukes?

A wild new theory claims drones in New Jersey are on the hunt for nuclear warheads. Plus, 23andMe in freefall, AirTags recover stolen jewels, and what 'Inbox Zero' says about you. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Dec 13, 2024 • 48min

New Jersey’s drone mystery: Who’s behind these things?

Car-sized drones are hovering over New Jersey, baffling residents and officials — what are they, and where did they come from? Plus, Hawk Tuah girl's memecoin crashes, and Google unveils a groundbreaking quantum chip. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Dec 12, 2024 • 42min

Big Tech under President Trump

TikTok banned, social media regulated like phone companies, and Google broken up — Trump’s presidency could reshape Silicon Valley. Plus, 2024’s worst passwords, why the fast track to software development is ending, and how to stream free movies on YouTube. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Dec 11, 2024 • 29min

Are we alone? Coast to Coast AM's George Noory on UFOs, alien tech, and hidden truths

At 11, he had an out-of-body experience. Now, Coast to Coast AM's George Noory is the top expert on the unexplained. He shares proof of alien visits, explains recent congressional hearings, and reveals incredible alien tech. Wondering what’s really out there? This might change how you see the universe.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Dec 9, 2024 • 23min

Frank Abagnale on the comeback of check fraud

Check fraud is up 400%. What's bringing this old scam back? Frank Abagnale, the ex-con turned security expert and inspiration for Catch Me If You Can, is here to explain. In the movie, Leonardo DiCaprio played his life of expertly forged checks that fooled banks worldwide. Now he breaks down how new tech gives today’s scammers an edge. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Dec 6, 2024 • 25min

Scammer ruins a 45-year marriage

What’s worse than your mom leaving your dad for a guy she met on Instagram? Finding out he’s a romance scammer and she knows — but she’s still in love. That’s what happened to Grant Inman. Now, the My Funeral Home Stories host is trying to help his mom see the truth. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Dec 5, 2024 • 39min

AI could make your grocery bill soar

Kroger might charge you more if you seem rich. Their AI tests flag pricey tastes to raise prices. Most Americans still aren’t sold on EVs. Cyber kidnappings — fake abductions for cash —a re on the rise. Oh, and Gen Z? They’re all-in on becoming influencers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Dec 4, 2024 • 49min

You should stop texting ASAP

The FBI warns: Stop texting and use encrypted apps. A Chinese hack hit over a million Americans, with hackers reading texts and listening to calls. Also, Walmart buys Vizio, an update on Hannah Kobayashi, and Amazon's Garage delivery service. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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