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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May 25, 2023 • 37min
Carmakers ditch AM radio, professor's ChatGPT mishap & TSA face-scanning tech
Plus, phone buzzing all night? I talk to a guy that wants to turn off his notifications to sleep but still get calls from his kids. Also, safeguard your identity with username protection tips. Microsoft scans cloud files, gamer mom's trash-talking triumph and explore Harvard's free online classes. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
May 24, 2023 • 37min
Data-hoarding free TV, HP printer ink sham & Apple's AI voice update
Plus, is your email lurking on the Dark Web? Find out using Google's new Gmail tool. I help a guy facing money laundering allegations after investing $20K in crypto. The subscriber secret to YouTube cashflow, cloud data safety and fast-track your travels with this mobile passport app. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
May 23, 2023 • 37min
Twitter's landmark legal win, FB revenge p*rn & ChatGPT iPhone app
Plus, Kai Kloepfer invented the smart gun. I talk to him about how it works and where all your data is stored. OpenAI CEO Sam Altman went to Congress, Temu's big privacy risks, key AI terms to know and signs your webcam is hacked. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
May 22, 2023 • 38min
Airplane crash for YouTube views, Apple's VR headset & laptop expiration dates
Plus, is your info safe with Amazon Clinic? I tell you why it's a privacy no-go. Also, I give my advice to a realtor dealing with an influx of spam calls. A shifty USPS employment scam, big dreams for Zuck's dead Metaverse and five ways to spot legit-looking scam websites. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
May 19, 2023 • 46min
Health apps exposing secrets, $2M IG influencer scam & Siri's triggering words
Plus, homeowners beware! There's a sneaky mortgage scam making the rounds. How one gal turned her side hustle doing the laundry into $24K a month, uncover your full Facebook comment history and the tech you never clean ... but really should. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
May 18, 2023 • 38min
Massive Peloton recall, WFH in bed & mosquito-attracting soap
Plus, spam-filled Gmail? I give my advice to a gal that wants to delete hers, without losing what’s tied to it. Stay alert: Zelle scamming teens, Fortnite in the Olympics and the truth about "unsent" texts. And think twice before clicking on these suspicious email subject lines. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
May 17, 2023 • 36min
TurboTax $141M settlement, Google I/O surprises & Amazon’s TikTok clone
Plus, are online sports bettors destined to lose money? Finance journalist Randall Smith shares his findings from a Wall Street Journal investigation. Also, save big on rideshares with my Uber vs. Lyft comparison. Discover the top-paying cybersecurity jobs, free finance calculators to manage debt and cloud storage options. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
May 16, 2023 • 37min
Space junk hitting Earth, cruise ship potty cam & how to purge your browser's dirty secrets
Plus, will ChatGPT take your job? I speak with Matt Schlicht, CEO of Octane AI and a leader in the chatbot space, about the future of AI in the workplace and how to get it to work for you. Child predators target kids' webcams, Hawaiian tourists' GPS blunder and make sure your security cam doesn't break the law. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
May 15, 2023 • 39min
Drake's AI clone, AirTag stalking dilemma & avoid sneaky subscription fees
Plus, don’t throw away your old CDs! One guy has 400+ and I tell him how to digitize them like a pro. Also, is AI already killing people? Steve Wozniak thinks so. Why multitasking is impossible (and what to do instead), beware of restaurant QR code scams, tips for finding lost relatives and surfing the web without being tracked. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
May 12, 2023 • 49min
Steve Jobs' uncashed check, ChatGPT job heist & dead phone hacks
Plus, be careful with QR codes. Clever new scams are spreading fast. How much is $1,000 worth of Apple shares in 1998 worth today? (Hint: It's a lot!). A heartwarming Facebook story, fun ChatGPT-powered tools, video game speedruns and how to upgrade your browser with an underrated feature. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
