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Dec 2, 2024 • 45min

Google is the Titanic

AI is the iceberg. Experts say the search giant is sinking, and here’s what’s taking its place. Think you’re alone in the bathroom? Hidden camera horror stories will make you check under the sink. Plus, SpaceX’s 6,370th Starlink satellite and Tesla’s robotaxi secrets. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Nov 29, 2024 • 44min

He found $3,800 of his lost money with this website

Let's talk about money! Andrew used a website to find thousands of dollars he didn’t even know went missing. Curious how he pulled it off? Plus, 5G just set a new record, a sexual enhancement trend called “honey packets,” and yes — a lickable VR device is here! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Nov 28, 2024 • 37min

Facebook funeral scam warning

Scammers have hit a sickening low. They use real obituary details to trick grieving families into giving their credit card info for fake “services.” Plus, tech phrases we’re done with, insurance companies using drones, and why you need an outdoor TV antenna. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Nov 27, 2024 • 55min

How to spot a military romance scam w/ Kagan Dunlap

For almost 10 years, scammers have used US Marine Kagan Dunlap’s photos to fool lonely women into giving them thousands of dollars. He’s here to talk about being the unwilling face of a military romance scam. Plus, Alexa’s creepy doomsday prediction, a big cybersecurity fail, and Black Friday email scams to avoid. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Nov 25, 2024 • 51min

Wear a health tracker? Expect high insurance costs

Health trackers are more than step counters; they're selling your data, which could hike your insurance premiums. The team humorously discusses the invasive ads that follow. Facial recognition tech at TSA is expanding, leading to quirky frustrations at airport security. Plus, the Menendez brothers' resentencing sparks intrigue, with the potential for a ‘lottery’ to decide seats. Amidst these serious topics, there's light-hearted banter about digital milestones and the oddities of modern parenting slang.
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Nov 22, 2024 • 57min

He lost $1 million to scammers

A 79-year-old man lost his life savings to scammers pretending to be WWE wrestler Alexa Bliss. Plus, sending medical info to ChatGPT, AI news anchors canned and Jaguar's controversial new commercial. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Nov 21, 2024 • 37min

3 ways you're a target online

Single? Posting vacation pics? Sharing Instagram videos? These everyday habits can put you in a scammer's crosshairs. Also, China's stolen military secrets, why Gen Z is ditching cars, and the best way to clean up duplicate photos. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Nov 20, 2024 • 45min

Is Google selling Chrome?

The government wants Google to break up, and its Chrome browser could sell for $20 billion. Plus, hackers are slipping malware into podcasts, two Missouri cops were busted using traffic stops to steal women’s private photos, and Google Lens is getting a powerful new update. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Nov 18, 2024 • 49min

The fight that broke Netflix

Mike Tyson vs. Jake Paul pulled in 60 million viewers. Paul claimed the win, but the real champ was Netflix. Also coming up: a robot dog patrolling Mar-a-Lago, a QR code email scam warning, and Kim’s chat with NordPass VP Gerald Kasulis about the shocking passwords people still use and how a password manager can save the day. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Nov 15, 2024 • 37min

Think you’re covered? AI might say no

Health insurers are using AI to deny claims and fatten their wallets. Amazon is merging Freevee, its ad-supported streaming service, into Prime Video. Plus, what to know about BlueSky and how students are relying on ChatGPT to crank out essays.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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