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
Taxes and the pandemic: New rules to watch out for
It’s tax time. Get ready for hair-pulling, nail-biting and double-checking numbers so you don’t upset the IRS. Luckily, I’m here with everything you need to know this tax season, from COVID’s impact …
00:42:45 |
Thu 29 Apr 2021
Website growth hacks: Avoid these 7 deadly sins
If you have a website, you’re probably always hungry for more traffic. I know I am! That’s why I sat down with Tim Ash, an expert on digital marketing and evolutionary psychology. There are seven com…
00:35:16 |
Tue 27 Apr 2021
Tech Refresh: History on Mars, crypto 101, dream smart home tech
After a year of binge-watching, Netflix is losing subscribers. They have a new way to make money, and Kim has the details on how it could impact the movies you already love. Ben nerds out over the li…
00:37:40 |
Fri 23 Apr 2021
Does 5G cause cancer or other health problems?
The 5G revolution is here, and boy, has it caused a splash. Conspiracy theories spread through forums like tornadoes, whipping up fear about contamination and health issues. People are toppling cell …
00:33:17 |
Tue 20 Apr 2021
Tech Refresh: Taking down the internet, sending secret messages, tech spring cleaning
Kim has the story of a guy who tried (and failed) to take down the internet. Is that even possible? A look at Google's new ad tracking tech that might be active in your browser right now, and a secre…
00:31:51 |
Fri 16 Apr 2021
Full episode of The Kim Komando Show
This week's exclusive episode of Kim Komando Explains is a full hour of The Kim Komando Show, airing on more than 420 stations across the U.S. Listen to the full show on your schedule for 30 days fre…
00:35:56 |
Tue 13 Apr 2021
Tech Refresh: Facebook data breach, PC vs. Mac, display photos on your TV
The U.S. government is buying up phone, power and water records. If you have smart devices in your home, you need to hear this. More bad news from Facebook: Half a billion user records were leaked. P…
00:37:07 |
Fri 09 Apr 2021
A new social network takes on Facebook putting privacy first
Social media used to be fun. Remember those days? You'd chat with old friends, post a few photos and move on. Fast forward to today and social media is addictive, intrusive and even harmful. Jim Four…
00:47:50 |
Tue 06 Apr 2021
Tech Refresh: Crypto 101, deepfake warning, free up computer space
In this episode, Kim breaks down PayPal's new addition: Paying with cryptocurrency. Why would you want to do this? Find out. Plus, a deepfake warning from the FBI and tips for spotting fake videos an…
00:40:32 |
Fri 02 Apr 2021
Marty Cooper 'Father of the Cellphone' shares the history and future of the cellphone
Cellphones changed the world. They revolutionized the way we communicate and paved the way for today’s Big Tech companies to emerge. In this episode, Kim takes a trip to the past with Marty Cooper, a…
00:47:41 |
Tue 30 Mar 2021
Tech Refresh: Windows woes, NFT craze, Clubhouse copycat app
The latest Windows 10 update is a mess. Find out if it's finally safe to download. Plus, the team dives deep into the NFT craze. Why are people ponying up millions for things they'll never touch? Plu…
00:35:26 |
Fri 26 Mar 2021
Insider tricks to make money on Amazon
Amazon can seem like a jungle to new sellers. But this jungle is ripe with opportunities for those who are willing to research market data, listen to customers and pounce on trends. In this episode, …
00:45:11 |
Tue 23 Mar 2021
Tech Refresh: Travel scams return, military jetpacks, stimulus warning
As the COVID vaccine rolls out, travel-related searches are booming. Scammers have caught on and Allie has details on what to watch out for. The Pentagon's research agency opened up bids for tech tha…
00:37:40 |
Fri 19 Mar 2021
Right to Repair: The fight to fix our own tech
Farmers have always been ready to jump into the dirt and fix their tools. But over the past few decades, tractors and other farm gadgets have complex software that’s hard to decode. The same has happ…
00:50:00 |
Tue 16 Mar 2021
Tech Refresh: $2M tweet, new Alexa commands, iPhone update
The very first tweet is set to sell for $2.5 million. Ben, Allie and Mike dive into the weird world of non-fungible tokens. Plus, an urgent update alert for iPhones and several Android apps you need …
00:40:01 |
Fri 12 Mar 2021
How to leave behind a digital legacy
When you're coming to the end of your life, it's natural to want to leave a legacy behind. Charles, a Kim Komando Show listener, called for advice after his doctor said he had two years to live. Kim …
00:56:23 |
Wed 10 Mar 2021
Tech Refresh: Alexa privacy, Twitter's new strike system, mobile gaming
Yes, your smart speaker is always listening for the wake word, but there's another privacy concern you need to know about. Plus, Twitter has a new five-strike policy for people caught sharing misinfo…
00:40:00 |
Fri 05 Mar 2021
Tech Refresh: Space internet, Mac malware, Windows 10 pro tip
SpaceX is poised to bring fast internet to the areas that need it most, and it just got faster. Malware is targeting new Macs, and Ben has a Windows 10 pro tip every PC user should know. Plus, the cr…
00:36:22 |
Fri 26 Feb 2021
Digital privacy in 2021: Take a hard look at your apps
If you’ve ever used an app for messaging, dating or even praying, your secrets have gone to X-Mode, which sells location data to military contractors. Which apps are tracking you the most? Kim talks …
00:45:54 |
Tue 23 Feb 2021
Tech Refresh: Clubhouse, dangerous app, robocalls galore
This week, the team dives into the hot new app Clubhouse and the security gotchas you need to know. It's time to update, whether you have a Windows PC or Mac, and there's a file-sharing app you shoul…
00:38:27 |
Fri 19 Feb 2021
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