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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Aug 12, 2024 • 39min
Storing cash in Venmo or Cash App? Your wallet's in danger
Unlike the money in your bank, you can lose your funds sitting in these apps. Plus, a hacker found thousands of big biz secrets, a new Amazon scam is spreading, and ChatGPT teases a search engine. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Aug 9, 2024 • 44min
Make $170K/yr answering questions online
Hear about a man who traded his $75K job for a lucrative gig answering questions online. A chilling story unfolds as a child's bedroom cam is hacked, revealing the urgent need for home security. Discover the bizarre fallout from Microsoft's failed negotiation with Apple over search engines. Robotic dentists and NASA's ambitious air travel plans add humor and intrigue. Plus, a cautionary tale about the dangers of lithium-ion batteries and the importance of securing your home network.
Aug 8, 2024 • 38min
Tesla's unsafe autopilot
Elon Musk's Tesla has reported over 1,200 autopilot crashes in the past three years. Also, look out for foreign nations spreading misinformation on social media, fake reviews targeting restaurants, and the rise of restaurant robots. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Aug 7, 2024 • 46min
He spent a year 'on Mars'
Last year, four NASA volunteers entered a Mars simulation in Houston. They just came out out isolation. Dr. Nathan Jones, the Crew Medical Officer of the mission, tells us what it was like. Plus, how to claim your Cash App settlement, and a Facebook missing person scam. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Aug 5, 2024 • 59min
Kitboga exposes a shocking new scam
Scammers have a new trick up their sleeves, and Kitboga is here to break it down for us! Plus, Duolingo's mean streak, the U.S. House has banned ByteDance apps, and Meta is planning to open-source its latest AI model. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Aug 2, 2024 • 47min
Clone your voice in 15 minutes
A new iPhone feature can make a copy of your voice. Could scammers use it for deepfakes? A German company will freeze your body for over $200,000, hoping to bring you back to life later. Plus, Taco Bell brings AI to the drive-thru, and be wary of fake Facebook stores. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Aug 1, 2024 • 39min
Amazon is losing billions on Alexa
Amazon sold Echos below cost, hoping for more Alexa shopping. Spoiler: it didn’t work. Venmo transactions aren't private, and how your 'digital twin' could save your life. Also, Phil from Indiana isn't happy about his ex-wife FaceTiming their kids at his place. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Jul 31, 2024 • 48min
How I got my cell phone number off the internet
We talk to Darius from Incogni, who tells us how you can remove your personal data from the internet. Plus, a family claims an Amazon driver stole their cat, people are yelling a lot at Siri, and there's a new sober dating app. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Jul 29, 2024 • 49min
Your scammer could be a victim too
Ben Chin, a Candy Crush champion who triumphed over 15 million players for a $500,000 prize, joins to discuss the dark side of online scams. He sheds light on the horrifying realities of cyberfraud, including human trafficking and the manipulation used by scammers. The conversation dives into fraudulent cryptocurrency schemes and the exploitation inherent in some online games, illustrating how victims can be lured into dangerous situations. With a mix of humor and serious insight, Chin navigates the fascinating yet treacherous digital landscape.
Jul 26, 2024 • 38min
MrBeast breaks the internet
His channel has more than 300 million subscribers, making him the most subscribed YouTuber in the world. What’s the key to his meteoric rise? Plus, X allows porn, don’t try this castor oil TikTok trend, and watch out for the latest scammer tricks. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
