

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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Sep 1, 2023 • 55min
Make $ while asleep, town texts fertility plea & space junk collision
Plus, getting paid to dream? I talked to Twitch streamer StanleyMOV about his sleep streams. They've made him enough to pay his rent. Find spy cams with your phone, the latest on a big cybercrime bust, and quick tips to get work done faster. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Aug 31, 2023 • 38min
Creepy AI photo app, eBay jewelry heist & online dating for jobs
Plus, your car's more hackable than you think — I've got the lowdown on fortifying your four-wheeler. I talk to Frank from Pennsylvania about the Saturn app and keeping your kiddos cyber-safe. Back-to-school shopping hacks and how to save money online like a pro. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Aug 30, 2023 • 38min
Maui wildfires shocker, Microsoft's AI flub & top WFH jobs
Plus, I'm joined by Rick Hamada from KHVH 830 AM Honolulu to discuss the Maui wildfires and how you can help. I also take a look at a money-saving map feature, unveil a must-have tool to build your personal cookbook, and spotlight top opportunities for remote jobs. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Aug 29, 2023 • 37min
AI copyright court battle, deepfake scams & EV charger theft
Plus, I talk with director Alex Winter about his documentary The YouTube Effect — and how the platform has changed our lives. I also help Lisa from Texas, whose phone number appeared on an escort site. Elon Musk warns X might fail, and tips on bird-tracking with your phone. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Aug 28, 2023 • 37min
Gen Z cash stuffing, doorbell cam data sold & AI malware
Plus, is your printer really private? I'll explain why the answer might worry you. I also offer advice to Ruth from New York on making the perfect family reunion slideshow. Why closed captioning is now a must-use feature, and how to know if someone is snooping on your PC. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Aug 25, 2023 • 49min
Etsy pro tricks, YouTube death videos & Tesla owners trapped
Plus, Tim Riegel makes $169,000 a year on Etsy via his fire pit creations and shares some pro tips for online selling. Half of parents say they would be lost without a smartphone. How to type with your voice only, and reasons why you need to download offline Google maps. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Aug 24, 2023 • 37min
Lazy girl job viral trend, Instacart price jacking & Space Force satellites
Plus, Reggie needs a marketing solution to get his small biz off the ground. I give him my advice. A woman's wedding dress accidentally gets donated to Goodwill — here's how internet sleuths got it back. The reason your phone can track your steps and how to know which side of the car your gas tank is on. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Aug 23, 2023 • 37min
$250/hr freelance job, video game addiction & Apple’s batterygate payouts
Plus, Logan Visser was playing video games for 16 hours a day. He talked with me about how he broke the cycle. Also, Google is adding eSignature tools to Docs and Drive. Food delivery at airport gates, apps that share location data and 5 steps to sell your old phone. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Aug 22, 2023 • 36min
Dire message from a caller, $900K AI Job & TikTok shopping risks
Plus, TikTok star Chris Guerra makes funny videos for his 800K followers — and gets paid well to do it. He shares some of his secrets for going viral. Carmakers aim to silence radios, professors battle ChatGPT, and I'll teach you a smartphone trick to test dead remote batteries. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Aug 21, 2023 • 39min
Journalism vs. AI, overtipping pressures & cable cord-cutting
Plus, are you scared AI's going to snatch your job? About 25% of American gigs are on the line. A caller's mom is drowning in scam texts, but I've got the remedy. Learn how to solve tech issues with restarting and how to remove location data before sharing photos. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices


