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.
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Nov 7, 2023 • 38min
Brain implant cures OCD, Biden's AI order & the Airbnb-Hotel showdown
Plus, there's a new term you need to know: Artificial General Intelligence, or AGI. I'm here to decode it for you. Men, did you know your phone might be messing with more than just your notifications? Yep, we're talking sperm counts. Stick around for the lowdown on doorbell cams, and a shortcut to whip through those long privacy policies. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Nov 6, 2023 • 38min
Truth about EV sales, Black Friday arrives & 3 dangerous scams
Plus, are you a chronic snoozer? Here's why hitting that button isn't as bad as you think. Caller Jeffrey wonders, is it safe to share email addresses through QR codes? Despite rumors, find out why X (formerly Twitter) isn't going away, and the scoop on California canceling GM's self-driving taxi service. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Nov 3, 2023 • 53min
Doordash's bad tipper crackdown, iOS 17 laundry tool & spot deepfake pics
Plus, is talking with AirPods on considered rude? We talk about it. Apple's new marketing campaign has an unlikely star: a throat singer. Google introduces .ing domains — expect some odd new websites. Ways to trace your photos across the web, and how to take care of your cords. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Nov 2, 2023 • 36min
Bootleg weight loss drugs, spying smart devices & incognito mode tips
Plus, ever wondered about tech giants’ biggest flops? Allie hops on the show to give us a rundown. Cathay from Seattle is having a rough go sorting through her late father's 15 computers — I share some ways to ease her journey. Peek into the data your car collects on you, and the undercover map tracking your moves. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Nov 1, 2023 • 37min
Meta's brain research, online dating over 50 & Google Maps tricks
Plus, over 2,600 police and nearly 600 fire departments are partnered with Amazon's Ring. Lam Thuy Vo, data journalist at The Markup, digs into what Ring users share with authorities. Also, Motorola unveils a bendy phone that morphs into a bracelet and signs your TV might be eavesdropping. And listen up for ways to never miss important emails! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Oct 31, 2023 • 37min
Henry Kissinger on AI, ChatGPT cyberattack warning & lawmakers sue Meta
Plus, thousands watch YouTuber Brian Christopher win (or lose) big on slots. I talk to him about how he's turned this into a big business. All the deets on Hyundai's anti-theft tech update. Get tips to boost your phone's battery and snag Amazon deals. And meet iPad winner Ross — he got 100+ referrals to our newsletter, and shares his secret! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Oct 30, 2023 • 37min
Trust in news plummets, Netflix's password bet & spot hidden keyloggers
Plus, Regina's boss wants her to download an app on her personal phone. It's either that or lose her job — I offer her some advice. Also, I list the biggest scams going around this season. Tesla's issues just keep growing, Apple fights the right to repair, and a peek at what you’re really sharing with your home listing. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Oct 27, 2023 • 58min
Food delivery bomb prank, Amazon passkeys & hidden Airbnb cam
Plus, hear about a man who tattoos his online trolls' faces on himself in a unique payback plot. Do you lurk on your ex’s social profiles? I reveal the science behind why we do it — even if it’s not good for you. Also, Amazon shopping hacks for snagging deals and tips to ace voice typing. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Oct 26, 2023 • 35min
Twitter turns to X, deepfake influencers & DMV approved flying car
Plus, Daniel Belquer, the "Chief Vibrational Officer" of Music: Not Impossible, shares the story of the haptic suit his team created to make live events special for the deaf and hard of hearing. A homeowner's plan to stop Google Maps backfires, ESRB's facial scanning tech and Wayfair's AI tool. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Oct 25, 2023 • 37min
Meteorite hunters' big profits, Amazon recall helper & new emojis
Plus, Benjamin and Holly's entire tech life is under attack — I give them my trusted advice. iOS 17 is here; it's time to sell your older iPhones before they're worth squat. Samsung's new products and the "bougie broke" trend takes over TikTok. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
