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 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.com
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- Update frequency
- every 3 days
- Average duration
- 38 minutes
- Episodes
- 1194
- Years Active
- 2016 - 2025
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 spo…
00:37:35 |
Tue 09 May 2023
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 …
00:38:50 |
Mon 08 May 2023
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…
00:39:37 |
Fri 05 May 2023
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 Natali…
00:37:10 |
Thu 04 May 2023
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 …
00:36:24 |
Wed 03 May 2023
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 pa…
00:36:26 |
Tue 02 May 2023
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…
00:37:54 |
Mon 01 May 2023
$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 …
00:43:27 |
Fri 28 Apr 2023
Your router's dirty data secrets, Tesla’s Cybertruck debut & organizing photo secrets
Plus, is your info on the Dark Web? I’ll explain how to check. Also, I give my trusty advice to a gal sick of pricey cable. And Instagram's big update, smart sprinklers can save you big bucks and the…
00:36:33 |
Thu 27 Apr 2023
Taylor Swift’s FTX win, Kindle porn fiasco & fake Wi-Fi networks
Plus, I give my advice to a gal who got a fishy Microsoft login alert and a guy who needs a new way to sell soccer photos. If you have a hard time hearing dialogue on TV, Amazon’s has a new fix – I s…
00:36:48 |
Wed 26 Apr 2023
Musk's Honest AI, free $ from Facebook & states ban TikTok
Plus, are you being stalked online? Forensic expert Ricoh Danielson gives tell-tale signs and tools to find the person. Also, why Google went down $57B in one day and Wi-Fi and Bluetooth security got…
00:37:34 |
Tue 25 Apr 2023
Woman’s naked pics posted on Facebook, eBike’s deadly dangers & Google Maps hidden tricks
Plus, TikTok’s not the only Communist Chinese app – I’ve got a list of the rest. If you use ChatGPT at work, don’t make this massive mistake. That’s not all – DJI’s most advanced drone ever, the apps…
00:39:10 |
Mon 24 Apr 2023
Deepfake CEO scam, spot fake reviews & Marvel superhero workout app
Plus, misdial 911? Hold the phone – I'll explain why it's costly to hang up. Allie has ways to stake your claim in Facebook's $725 million settlement, and don't miss Matt's ridiculous story about a n…
00:46:54 |
Fri 21 Apr 2023
Long-lost Bible passage, 800+ free TV channels & the secret to cheap flights
Plus, popular apps have ties to Communist China. I reveal the ones you should stop using. I give my advice to a gal who needs to preserve 1000+ old photos and a guy who needs good Wi-Fi in a treehous…
00:36:13 |
Thu 20 Apr 2023
TSA PreCheck comes to LinkedIn, Amazon's bizarre $1 return fee & how to run a free background check on yourself
Plus, I talk with self-made billionaire John A. Catsimatidis on his determination and journey to success. Also, curious about the dark side of Roblox? I tell you why scammers are after your kid's cho…
00:36:30 |
Wed 19 Apr 2023
Temu's privacy threats, YouTuber's strange sex toy tax write-off & stealing cars through headlights
Plus, want to doomscroll on Twitter? In Arkansas, you'll soon need an ID for that. I give my take on the state's new law that says you need a license to get on social media. And if you've dabbled in …
00:37:01 |
Tue 18 Apr 2023
AI-generated nudes for sale online, Opera brings free VPN to iOS & how to post on Instagram for a big impact
Plus, PC sales are plummeting. I tell you what that means for the economy. Also, I give the lowdown on ChatGPT's first slander lawsuit. That's not all - Silicon Valley employees get a taste of the re…
00:38:17 |
Mon 17 Apr 2023
Warren Buffett’s take on AI, upload dead people to your computer & the introvert's guide to earning $ online
Plus, it's garden season! I've got the best smart sprinklers to keep your lawn green. But that's not all - Matt's got a genius email trick to track down data-selling companies. And if you're sharing …
00:45:22 |
Fri 14 Apr 2023
Subscriptions for used cars, robot waiters takeover & the real reason for airplane mode
I give my advice to a guy that needs an Android version of an Apple AirTag. Meanwhile, National Parks are booming and one company is cashing in big time. Feeling lost in a sea of people? Don't worry …
00:37:20 |
Thu 13 Apr 2023
Congressman's fight to end sextortion, Tesla workers share customer images & Gen Z's 'dumbphone' obsession
Plus, I have the lowdown on all the juicy rumors surrounding Apple's upcoming Worldwide Developers Conference, including the highly anticipated Apple VR headset. Also, I'll share a little-known secre…
00:36:36 |
Wed 12 Apr 2023
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