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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Oct 24, 2023 • 37min
AI denies insurance, global ID system & hackers' favorite files
Plus, Washington Post's Geoffrey Fowler learned his $123 HP ink cartridges cost $2 to make — I chat with him about it. Ukrainian women are using AI to "honey trap" Russian soldiers. AI thinks it wrote the Constitution, and tools designed to combat constant lateness. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Oct 23, 2023 • 37min
Tipping gone wild, laptop expiry dates & the latest on cellphone radiation
Plus, a happy story: a bank teller stopped a woman from being scammed $50K. Netflix's password crackdown is actually working — I've got the numbers. PC sales are plummeting, how to secure your intimate photos in the cloud, and tips to make your phone run fast. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Oct 20, 2023 • 57min
Amazon bribes, offload old apps, Chick-fil-a lawsuit
File next year’s taxes for free (really) and sweet updates coming to Chrome and YouTube. Plus, is it safe to hit “unsubscribe,” a super-useful voice command and a headline that had Kim and the crew shaking their heads. All that, plus lots of laughs. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Oct 19, 2023 • 35min
America's UFO hotspot, voice cloning scams & incognito mode tricks
Plus, not a fan of smiling for photos? Google's new app can turn that frown upside down. Caller Matt thinks he subscribed to The Weather Channel, but is uneasy about it needing his SSN. Also, the lowdown on state e-bike rebates, Klarna's shopping AI, and how to spot a hacked webcam. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Oct 18, 2023 • 36min
Filter war videos online, cheap TV malware & online dating pro tips
Plus, Venmo's guard isn’t quite up — see why it's a magnet for thieves. Caller Danny is on a quest to set up his online newsletter, and I give him my advice. Discover the savvy way to keep your number private, delete unwanted accounts, and the lowdown on phone expiration dates. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Oct 17, 2023 • 36min
Self-checkout AI spies, live streaming murders & opt-out of junk mail
Ginny Fahs, Consumer Reports' expert, talks about Permission Slip, an app that helps you stop companies from collecting data. The podcast also discusses tech news, the lack of trustworthiness in social media, concerns about AI manipulation, phone scams, and limitations of using Apple AirTags for dog tracking.
Oct 16, 2023 • 36min
Smartphone creepers, social media hate & what's ahead for Starlink
Plus, old-school TV is fading away — here's why Gen Z is switching off. Caller Stephen had his data swiped, and I lend a helping hand. I also delve into spotting fake news, picking the best spot for your router, and quieting down those noisy group notifications. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Oct 13, 2023 • 52min
Block war videos online, home swapping in NYC & goodbye to passwords
Plus, a website that makes it easy to find any movie on streaming. And hey, victims of the MGM cyberattack — Larry Flynt's Hustler Club has a little something to make it up to you. The health features your watch can keep track of, and how to keep your location off Google Maps. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Oct 12, 2023 • 35min
Dangers of AI s*x bots, BlueWalker 3 satellite & self-hanging TVs
Plus, what happens to all our online accounts when you die? I know: it's a grim topic, but here are the three steps you need to take. Caller Robert from Texas needs a quick way to digitize handwritten notes. Also, Meta's new AI for ads, and I'll reveal the best day to book flights. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Oct 11, 2023 • 37min
Gas pump hacker, ad-free TikTok & Google Maps tricks
Plus, I talk to caller Cee Cee on how she lost $17,000 in a romance scam. Big surprise — she got most of it back. Do you like to party? Airbnb is using AI to kick out rowdy guests. Some Walmart delivery drivers buy fake cred online and three things you can do with a dead iPhone. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
