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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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41:05

Hollywood magic meets AI: Robot stars, AI scripts and...

The Current powered by Kim Komando ·

2020/12/29

Can robots write movie scripts? Actually, they already are. But how widespread is the use of AI in movie-making? In this episode, Kim breaks open some Hollywood secrets. Sit down with two digital movie professionals who use artificial intelligence every day. In this episode, you’ll learn all about the starring role AI programs play in your favorite films. It goes a lot deeper than you realize. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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35:10

Hacked accounts and stolen data: What to do when your...

The Current powered by Kim Komando ·

2020/12/25

Get an inside look into Have I Been Pwned? — one of the best tools at your disposal when it comes to protecting yourself online. It’s the world’s largest database of stolen login information. In this Best Of episode, Kim talks to the man behind it, Troy Hunt, to give you a step-by-step guide on what you can do if your info has been compromised. Don’t miss this deep dive into online security, no IT degree required. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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32:43

Where the jobs are and the skills you need to find one

The Current powered by Kim Komando ·

2020/12/22

This year marked a huge shift in the economy, the workforce and the ways we work. Whether you work for someone else or own your own company, you have to know where we’re headed and the skills that will pay the bills in 2021. In this Best Of episode, Kim talks with LinkedIn’s Principal Economist, Dr. Guy Berger. They dive into this changing world to tell you where the jobs are and what you need to know to get one. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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32:02

Tech Refresh: FTC has questions for Big Tech, goodbye...

The Current powered by Kim Komando ·

2020/12/18

This week, the team from Komando.com breaks down the FTC order to Big Tech companies and what it could reveal about how your data is used. Plus, it's time to say goodbye to internet icon Adobe Flash, and package and shipping delays are officially here. And Allie pulls out all the stops to fool Mike and Ben in Brand New or Not True. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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36:26

Inside the Dark Web: Biggest scams to watch for in 2021

The Current powered by Kim Komando ·

2020/12/15

Beneath the internet where you spend time working, playing, streaming and browsing is the Dark Web — where you can buy everything from malware to entire dossiers of personal information for much less than you might imagine. In this podcast, Kim explores the Dark Web, the biggest scams of 2020, and scams on the horizon for 2021 with Etay Maor, Chief Security Officer at IntSights. Find out what you must do to keep your system secure and red flags to watch for. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit

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32:07

Tech Refresh: Crazy Facebook conspiracy theory,...

The Current powered by Kim Komando ·

2020/12/11

Allie, Ben and Mike dive into the week in tech news, including a crazy conspiracy theory making the rounds on social media, Apple's shockingly expensive new headphones and a game-changing app from Google. Can Ben fool Allie and Mike in Brand New or Not True? And the inspiring story of an Amazon driver who saved a man's life. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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48:59

How music therapy changes lives to creating the...

The Current powered by Kim Komando ·

2020/12/08

Think about just how powerful music is. The right song can make you laugh, dance, cry or sing. But did you know music can be deeply healing, too? Music therapy is being used to treat patients with cancer, Parkinson's, MS and Alzheimer's. In this podcast, Kim sits down with Joy Allen, chair of Berklee College of Music's Music Therapy Department. She shares more about the power of song, and you'll learn to come up with the best playlist for where you are in life. Learn more about your ad choices

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31:14

Tech Refresh: Costco scam, Amazon Sidewalk and your...

The Current powered by Kim Komando ·

2020/12/04

Black Friday and Cyber Monday are over, and the sales numbers are jaw-dropping. Find out just how much people spent — and the scams shoppers are already seeing. Plus, what's up with Facebook's new $1 billion acquisition, and should you opt-out of Amazon Sidewalk? Short answer: Yes. The team plays Brand New or Not True. Can Allie stump Ben and Mike? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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34:52

Bonus episode: A free hour of The Kim Komando Show

The Current powered by Kim Komando ·

2020/12/01

Every so often, Kim likes to gift an hour of the national radio show — commercial free and ready to listen to on your schedule. The show airs on more than 400 stations across the U.S. and on demand. Kim dives into all things shopping to help you find the best tech gifts for everyone on your list. From the tech obsessed to the tech-phobic, you'll find just the right present. This is just 1 hour of the 12 hours of quality programming available only to Komando Community members each month. Sign up so

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35:38

Best of: Coping with the pandemic blues

The Current powered by Kim Komando ·

2020/11/27

In this best of episode, Kim sits down with a good friend of the Komando Show, Howard Scott Warshaw. He's notorious for creating what's regarded as the worst video game in history. A little hard on the ego, huh? Well, he's definitely bounced back. Howard and Kim talk about his start at Atari, how he became the therapist for all of Silicon Valley’s movers and shakers, and how to cope with the pandemic blues. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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35:50

Best of: Get paid for YOUR data

The Current powered by Kim Komando ·

2020/11/26

In this best of episode, Kim chats with author and computer scientist Jaron Lanier — one of the founding fathers of virtual reality — about what it could look like if we truly had control over our info online. You may think advertising runs the internet, but the big data behind it is where the real profits come from. We're being followed all around the internet and tracked where we go through our phones, watches, tablets, cars, smart speakers and a multitude of other devices. If Big Tech can cash in

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47:06

Best of: Are self-driving cars safe? It's complicated

The Current powered by Kim Komando ·

2020/11/25

In this best of episode, Kim dives into the world of automated cars. Self-driving cars aren’t some crazy future tech … They’re here now. That raises some questions. Do they actually work? Is it safe? Is it worth shelling out $8,000 for Tesla’s “full self-driving” option? To find out, Kim sat down with Consumer Report’s Head of Connected and Automated Vehicle Testing. Hop in and buckle up. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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44:55

Tech Refresh: What we're grateful for, smart password...

The Current powered by Kim Komando ·

2020/11/24

In this special episode of Tech Refresh, Kim joins Mike's team in Brand New or Not True. Can Allie, Ben and Cassidy fool them? Plus, the tech getting the Komando team through 2020, PlayStation and Xbox scams and practical ways to manage all those passwords. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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34:53

Tech Refresh: Amazon Pharmacy, Baby Yoda in space,...

The Current powered by Kim Komando ·

2020/11/20

Dive into the week in tech news with Allie, Ben, Cassidy and host Mike. Amazon's online pharmacy is here, but think twice before you order. Plus, Twitter jumps on the stories bandwagon, Baby Yoda climbs aboard a SpaceX ship and Chrome's new update is the biggest performance booster in years. The team talks holiday shopping (have you started yet?) and see if Mike can keep up his winning streak in Brand New or Not True. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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33:15

Mostly Harmless: The internet mystery of a dead man,...

The Current powered by Kim Komando ·

2020/11/17

Two years ago, hikers found a dead man in a tent. A year before that, he had left his tech job, with no phone or identification, to find peace on the Appalachian Trail. To this day, nobody knows who he is or why he died. In this episode, Kim dives into the mystery that captivated the internet. One day, the man called himself Denim for his jeans; the next, he introduced himself as "Mostly Harmless." This is his story. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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34:50

Tech Refresh: Virgin Hyperloop's first ride, data...

The Current powered by Kim Komando ·

2020/11/13

In this episode of Tech Refresh, Allie, Ben, Cassidy and Mike talk Netflix's new TV channel (really!), a $6K camera from Leica, and the never-ending notifications always buzzing and beeping at us. Plus, the latest tricks scammers are using to steal your money and a tribute to the late Alex Trebek. And find out if Mike can finally guess correctly in Brand New or Not True. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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41:45

Tech after death: Startups breathing new life into...

The Current powered by Kim Komando ·

2020/11/10

People say there are only two certainties: death and taxes. But another thing is also certain: technological advancement. In this fascinating, thoughtful and surprisingly funny podcast, Kim explores the deathcare industry, where tech startups are shaking up the funeral profession. Cutting-edge technology is changing the way we’re buried, and creative professionals are bringing more innovation than we’ve seen in centuries. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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35:13

Tech Refresh: Debt collectors in your DMs, faulty...

The Current powered by Kim Komando ·

2020/11/06

This week, Allie, Ben, Cassidy and Mike talk Amazon's potential plans to take over rural delivery, new ways debt collectors can harass consumers and a get-rich-quick scheme spreading through a popular app. Plus, the crew reveals the new most-popular video on YouTube and debates a 24-hour break from tech. Spoiler: It's not going to happen. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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32:10

Virtual concerts: How livestream acts are taking over...

The Current powered by Kim Komando ·

2020/11/03

There really is nothing like a concert. The feeling of the music, the energy, the sound. Then the pandemic hit. Musicians are taking their acts digital, and you're probably wondering what all the hype is about. We brought in Stephen White, CEO of StageIt, a web-based venue that hosts live shows via webcam. By the end of this episode, you’ll be able to brag that you know everything about virtual concerts and how to make the most out of them. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit

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37:17

Introducing our brand-new podcast, Tech Refresh

The Current powered by Kim Komando ·

2020/10/30

Your mission, should you choose to accept it, is to check out this episode of our brand new podcast, Tech Refresh. The talented team at Komando.com dives into the week in tech news and all things digital. Plus, an old favorite is back: Brand New or Not True! See if the crew can stump Mike with a mighty convincing fake tech product. Check it out, and let us know what you think at podcasts@komando.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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