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 11, 2023 • 37min
TikTok car theft mess, AI-powered Microsoft Office & Google Maps gas savings
Plus, is your auto data for sale? Check out a free tool to see what info your car shares about you. A dad needs a way to monitor his kid's iPad use — I give my advice. A crazy dating site based on "hotness," how to stand out in video calls and protect your privacy before selling your old phone. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
May 10, 2023 • 37min
Google’s killing passwords, USPS job scams & Nextdoor fights nasty comments
Plus, I talk to a son that needs help deleting his mom's FB account — she passed away and he doesn't have the login info. Gen Z gets in on an old phone trend, a bizarre Facebook crime, and five tech tips to cut your energy bill. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
May 9, 2023 • 38min
Amazon Clinic privacy no-go, China's sneaky apps & 3 ways to remove your image from Google
Plus, paying extra to warm your car seats? I chat with Keith Barry from Consumer Reports about rip-off auto subscriptions. Why the "Godfather of AI" regrets his work, YouTubers take on an unusual sport, remote workers pretending to be busy and how your bank knows that's you logging in. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
May 8, 2023 • 39min
QR code scams, Chinese hackers win big & speed up your old computer
Plus, Temu and Shein pose big security threats — here's what to look out for. I talk to a guy that wants to play music in his car through a thumb drive. One state was blocked by world's largest p*rn site, an ADHD-friendly web browser and how to set a photo timer on your Android or iPhone. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
May 5, 2023 • 40min
AI marriage vows, AnyDesk scam alert & tools better than ChatGPT
Plus, are robots overworked? One tired bot faceplanted on the factory floor. Strangely, parrots love to gossip online. Find the best seat for your flight, upgrade your email management and new tricks to transform how you use Google Docs. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
May 4, 2023 • 37min
ChatGPT incognito mode, Microsoft Edge leaking info & AI news app
Plus, tennis star Emma Raducanu is training clients via hologram, and the crazy story of how a Medal of Honor recipient's remains were identified 73 years after his death. Hear from Olivia and Natalie, who had a nightmare brush with artificial intelligence voice cloning. Share your phone’s screen on your TV and how to password-protect important docs the easy way. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
May 3, 2023 • 36min
F-150 EV explosion, Apple’s VR costs big $ & use your phone to hang pics
Plus, Amazon bricks its health tracker. Surprise, no one wanted to hand over all that info. I talk to Sandy and Ellie, two 80-year-old grandmas that celebrated their milestone birthdays by traveling the world. Tinder’s new video verification, best and worst WFH jobs and sly ways to read a message. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
May 2, 2023 • 36min
Voice stolen by AI, ChatGPT spam & 60-sec cybersecurity checks
Plus, ChatGPT stereotyped every US state – you won’t believe what it said. Science reveals when aliens could come to Earth, why we’re addicted to selfies and a wedding ring that lets you feel your partner’s heartbeat no matter where they are. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
May 1, 2023 • 38min
Social media horror story, firewall check & see what Apple knows about you
Plus, I give my trusted advice to a job seeker on how to spot fake job scams. Also, how to hide your location to get cheaper prices online, why you shouldn't buy a MacBook right now, reasons to avoid crypto and clever ways to make money renting your car. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Apr 28, 2023 • 43min
$300 selfie fine, YouTube obits scam & Chromebooks breaking by the millions
Plus, are you a health nut? Watch for these five words online. Allie shares why a small threat is all you need to save some cash. Yelp rolls out AI updates, ways to use ChatGPT to shortcut your life and an inside look at a very strange viral trend. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
