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The Current powered by 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

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48:42

Coping with COVID-19 - Helping those on the front lines

The Current powered by Kim Komando ·

2020/05/08

Howard Scott Warshaw is infamous for designing and programming Atari games Raiders of the Lost Ark and E.T. the Extra-Terrestrial, often referred to as the world's worst video game. Warshaw is also known as the Silicon Valley Therapist. He and Kim talk about how to cope with the stress of the pandemic. Plus, Ryan Welch is on a mission to provide personal protective equipment through his nonprofit, Give Kits. The PPE is going to first-responders across the country. Learn more about your ad choices

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How businesses are pivoting amid the pandemic

The Current powered by Kim Komando ·

2020/05/05

For nearly 50 years, enthusiasts from all over the world have flocked to the Barrett-Jackson collector car auctions. But the global pandemic hit, and now a crowd of people is off the table. Kim talks to Craig Jackson, Barrett-Jackson Chairman and CEO, about how they can capture that amazing auction energy online. Plus, meet a bakery owner who turned his business upside down in two days, transforming his company from an in-person destination to a mail-order baking service. Learn more about your ad

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42:30

Coronavirus: How trends are shaping the future - DIY...

The Current powered by Kim Komando ·

2020/05/01

We're staying six feet apart, gas is cheap and the middle seat on airplanes may be empty for a while yet. But what about our businesses and our future? Kim talks with analyst Steph Smith about which trends are worth watching to make sense of the complicated world. Plus, meet Nate Walowitz, regional coordinator and creator of Project THOR. After getting fed up with slow satellite internet options, Colorado residents took matters into their own hands to build their own solution. Learn more about your

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42:56

Kim and Dr. Laura: How to stay sane while self-isolating

The Current powered by Kim Komando ·

2020/04/28

Kim is joined by fellow radio host and relationship expert Laura Schlessinger. They talk about managing the stress of the coronavirus pandemic, from fear of the future to the anxiety you're feeling to struggling to get through the day. Plus, laptop buying tips on a budget and cybersecurity tips from a white hat hacker. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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31:26

Purdue virologist: Here's what's coming - How to cut...

The Current powered by Kim Komando ·

2020/04/24

In this episode, Kim talks to a virologist about the spread of COVID-19, the importance of technology in the fight and what it means for the future of healthcare. Plus, the best way to start streaming to lower your cable bill and advice on cutting the cord. And hear the hilarious story of a Zoom class gone wrong. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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37:08

Coronavirus: Clever ways criminals are using your...

The Current powered by Kim Komando ·

2020/04/21

Misinformation, hoaxes and scams are rampant on the web. People are scared, and cybercriminals are taking advantage — hawking fake test kits, vaccines and financial aid, among other things. What do you need to know to stay safe? Kim talks to Tom Edwards, U.S. Secret Service Special Agent in Charge, and Lori Hodges, Vice President of North America Risk at Visa, about the dangers you're facing online right now and the right steps to take if you've been scammed. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit

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33:34

Protect yourself from COVID-19 scams

The Current powered by Kim Komando ·

2020/04/17

Scams, hacks and cyberthreats exploded in March and show no signs of slowing down as the coronavirus spread continues. Kim talks with Etay Maor, Chief Security Officer at IntSights, a company that helps enterprises defend against security threats. They dive into the outlandish scams finding traction and the more believable ones fooling people across the web. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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35:51

Listen to a full hour of The Kim Komando Show for free

The Current powered by Kim Komando ·

2020/04/14

This week's episode is a full hour of The Kim Komando radio show. Try out the Komando Community and get full access to Kim's show. Coming up, one of the latest coronavirus-related scams involves a self-described “survivor” selling his immune blood and saliva on the dark web. Plus, the heartbreaking story of a woman who tried asking Alexa for help dozens of times before dying of COVID-19. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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31:30

The trouble facing ISPs - Zoombombing and other WFH...

The Current powered by Kim Komando ·

2020/04/10

The internet is strained, and ISPs are dealing with more malicious activity than before the coronavirus pandemic. Kim talks with Kevin Hart, CTO for Cox Communications, about how to maximize your bandwidth. Plus, Kim's chat with fellow radio host Joe Pags. They talk all things work from home, including the dangers of Zoombombing. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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20:43

Cybersecurity tips from a white hat hacker

The Current powered by Kim Komando ·

2020/04/07

Coronavirus scams are spreading at an alarming rate. To make matters worse, the junk email and bogus texts that normally flood our inboxes and phones become a lot harder to weed out when we're desperate for information. Kim talks to IBM social engineer Stephanie Carruthers, aka _sn0ww, about the surge in spam capitalizing on our fears and confusion. Learn about the biggest spam campaigns making the rounds right now and how you can stay safe online. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit

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34:53

Tips for living in isolation from a NASA astronaut

The Current powered by Kim Komando ·

2020/04/03

When it comes to being isolated, astronauts are the real pros. In this episode, Kim talks to retired NASA astronaut Scott Kelly, who holds the American record for the longest time spent in space. He’s shares the tactics he used to stayed sane in isolation for a year on the International Space Station and tips for leading a team through crisis. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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32:14

Listen to a free hour of The Kim Komando Show

The Current powered by Kim Komando ·

2020/03/31

This week's exclusive episode of Komando On Demand is a full hour of The Kim Komando national radio show. Try out the Komando Community and get full access to 36 hours of Kim's show for just a few bucks a month. Medical workers in one state are wearing rings on their fingers packed with tech that could detect illness before symptoms appear. Watch out for false claims about the census and coronavirus. And in Kim's DIY Security tip, five steps you need to take with cyberattacks increasing. Learn more

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36:04

What it’s like to be an Uber driver during the...

The Current powered by Kim Komando ·

2020/03/27

The coronavirus pandemic is ravaging the economy and closing down businesses. In one week alone, a stunning 3.28 million people have filed for unemployment in the United States. Independent contractors and workers in the gig economy are among those hit the hardest. Kim talks to rideshare expert Sergio Avedian, Senior Contributor at TheRideshareGuy.com, about how dramatically decreased demand and more dangerous working conditions are impacting drivers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit

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33:33

Bonus episode: Full hour of The Kim Komando Show

The Current powered by Kim Komando ·

2020/03/24

This week's exclusive episode of Komando On Demand is a full hour of The Kim Komando national radio show. As if you don’t have enough to worry about, now trolls, scammers and other cybercrooks are trying to capitalize on the coronavirus pandemic. Find out how to avoid being taken. Plus, ISPs around the country are pledging to keep your internet service turned on, even if you can’t pay the bill. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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25:31

Coronavirus tech insights and how I'm doing my...

The Current powered by Kim Komando ·

2020/03/20

The world feels like a different place right now. We're working from home, distancing ourselves from others and staying glued to the news as the coronavirus spreads and developments unfold. Kim and Mike dive into the impact technology is having in the fight against the virus, and what we're doing as a nation to stay safe, informed and sane. Plus, learn how the Komando team will pull off filming and broadcasting the national radio show right from Kim's house this weekend. Learn more about your ad

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20:05

Online banking: Can you trust it?

The Current powered by Kim Komando ·

2020/03/17

Skip the lines at the bank and do your financial transactions from the comfort of your own home? No brainer, right? Well, not so fast. There's no security guard standing watch over your online transactions, so you need to look out for yourself. Here’s how. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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37:37

81-year-old TikTok star - Gamer who earns $12K a month

The Current powered by Kim Komando ·

2020/03/13

Stephen Austin isn't your typical TikTok star. To start, he's 81 years old. But that's a big part of what has made "Old Man Steve" such an endearing figure on the video platform. He and Kim chat about how he became the internet's grandpa. Plus, Kim interviews a gamer who makes $12,000 a month streaming through Twitch. All that and more on this episode of Komando On Demand. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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43:25

The man behind the 'worst video game in history'

The Current powered by Kim Komando ·

2020/03/10

Do you ever wonder who's behind the games you grew up loving ... or hating? In this episode of Komando On Demand, Kim interviews Howard Scott Warshaw, an American psychotherapist and former Atari game designer. Howard designed and programmed the Atari 2600 games Yars' Revenge, Raiders of the Lost Ark and E.T. the Extra-Terrestrial — considered one of the worst games ever made. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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37:25

Shark Tank $400K scam - Smart home 101 - Stop spam...

The Current powered by Kim Komando ·

2020/03/06

Kim chats with fellow radio host Joe Pags about a $400K Shark Tank scam that just about anyone could fall for, the alarming rate at which smart speaks accidentally listen in on our conversations and the gross reality of ride share cars. (You'll think twice before you book your next Uber.) Kim has a few simple tools to help you fight unwanted spam calls, no downloads required. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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44:00

DNA tests, smart TVs and devices (even sex toys!)...

The Current powered by Kim Komando ·

2020/03/03

You’re being tracked through your tech in ways that will shock you. Kim speaks with top national digital expert and lawyer Steven Teppler about what’s going on and what you can do about it. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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