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Today is National System Administrator Appreciation Day, but this special day will soon be off the calendars. Thank you to all the unsung heroes updating, plugging and unplugging things and reminding us, “No, you can’t use 123456 again.”
When you have a problem with your tech, you can now stop begging your spouse, your kids or your coworkers to fix it. You also don’t need to feel embarrassed asking the same question again.
You definitely don’t need to waste time scrolling forums or trying to decipher tech jargon. I’ve said that AI is replacing jobs. Now, it’s gone after the trusty IT help desk. I’ve tried it, and it works.
💬 Free AI 24/7 tech help
The makers of ChatGPT (the same AI that’s taking the world by storm) just rolled out the Tech Support Advisor. It’s like having your own personal IT assistant available anytime, day or night.
You just type your question in plain English and get clear, step-by-step help from ChatGPT, powered by the most advanced version (GPT-4o).
It doesn’t get flustered. It doesn’t make you feel dumb. It just helps you solve the problem. Love that for you!
🤯 Here’s what you can ask it
- “Why isn’t my printer connecting to Wi-Fi?”
- “How do I transfer photos from my iPhone to the computer?”
- “My apps keep crashing. How do I fix them?”
- “How do I turn a Google doc into a PDF?”
- “How do I use ChatGPT?”
🛠️ Try it now
👉 ChatGPT Tech Support Advisor
It’s not just for fixing things, it’s for learning, too. Ask it to explain the cloud or RAM, what 2FA means and how it works, or why your smart thermostat is heating the house in July.
Strong bones aren’t just about calcium
Your ankles, knees, hips… They all depend on collagen to stay stable and supported. As we age, our natural collagen levels drop fast, especially after 50.
That’s why I take NativePath Collagen every single day. It’s like nutritional backup for the structure under your skin.
Whether I’m walking the dogs, hopping on stage, doing Pilates or catching a flight, I want my joints to move like they used to. This one small thing helps keep me going strong.
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Four payments and a data leak

Buy now, pay later (BNPL) apps are everywhere. See something shiny? Tap tap, and BAM, you own it in four “easy” payments. Zero interest, no credit card shame spiral. What a dream, right?
But here’s what they’re not telling you: While you’re breaking up your payments, they’re also breaking up your data and sharing it with companies you’ve never heard of.
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🧠 School is in session: OpenAI’s new tudy mode turns ChatGPT into that one friend who won’t tell you the ending of a movie “because you need to experience it.” It scaffolds info, checks if you’re actually learning, and gently refuses to do your homework unless you keep asking, in which case it’ll cave, just like us all.
Big tech rejected by Gen Z grads
75% of this year’s top computer engineering grads are rejecting Big Tech, choosing purpose over prestige.
One diet soda a day
Can increase your risk of type 2 diabetes by 38%. The kicker? That’s actually higher than regular sugary drinks, which come in at 23%. Why? Researchers think artificial sweeteners confuse the body and mess with gut bacteria and insulin response. So yeah, maybe not the healthier choice after all.
Find the subscriptions you forgot about: I use Rocket Money, an app that finds all your recurring subscriptions and lets you easily cancel anything you don’t want. The first time I logged in, it saved me $435!
Scammers posing as Uber drivers
A new scam tricks riders into handing over account access. Here’s how to stay safe.
An app without a cause: I don’t see the point. Jack Dorsey (yep, the Twitter guy and CEO of Block) just dropped Bitchat, a free chat app that doesn’t need Wi-Fi, servers or a login. It runs on Bluetooth, so it’s you and whoever’s nearby within about 30 feet. Kind of like passing notes, but way nerdier.
Pan-demonium, solved
🏠 Time to evict the grime and get organized.
- ☕ Brew-tiful: A broken coffee maker will wreck your morning. Descaler solution (41% off) keeps it running for years.
- ✨ You missed a spot: This crevice brush (20% off) tackles the gunk your mop avoids like the plague.
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- 🧽 Steel the deal: These double-sided wool dishcloths (30% off, 10-pack) scrub and shine without leaving a scratch.
- 🍽️ Tidy tiers: Fit all your cookware on this organizer rack (15% off). Yes, even your giant roasting pan.
🔥 Fewer hot messes: See what’s cooking on my Amazon store for more kitchen gear and smart tools that’ll make life way easier.
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Data brokers sell your secrets to stalkers
Your data is for sale online. Anyone can buy it. Darius Belejevas, the Head of Incogni, shows me how stalkers get your personal info for cheap. Plus, monkey muggings in Bali, the Tea app data breach, and a shoe with a hidden slot for an AirTag.
Charlie Chaplin’s in theaters after 100 years
Charlie Chaplin famously rereleased his 1925 silent classic The Gold Rush in 1942 with new narration and edits, believing it would connect better with modern audiences. Now, thanks to film archivists and AI, the silent masterpiece has been painstakingly restored. The 4K version just premiered at Cannes and hit 250 theaters worldwide.
🛰️ Scammers in low orbit: Facebook is crawling with phony ads offering “lifetime Starlink service” for as low as $127. Now real Starlink service starts at $120 per month, with no such thing as a lifetime package. These ads link to fake websites that mimic Starlink’s branding but have sketchy URLs, typos and unsecure payment pages. The only thing connecting here is your credit card to a scammer. Don’t fall for it.
💸 Trade in your old tech: Amazon takes your old phones, tablets, smart speakers and more. Tell them what you’re trading in and its condition, and they’ll offer a gift card based on its value. Bonus: If you trade in Amazon gear like an Echo, you’ll also get 20% off a new qualifying device.
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Scammers hijacked his business
I talk to a listener whose farming business was cloned by fraudsters online. Got laid off? Here’s why CEOs are bragging about it. Plus: why SEO is dead, ChatGPT’s new tech support agent, and how to resell your unused vacation.
Plane easy
🌎 I’ve got fixes for the most annoying travel problems.
- 👔 Wrinkled outfit? A travel steamer (18% off) puts that rusty hotel iron to shame.
- 🎧 Tune out the world: Grab these noise-canceling headphones (37% off) for peace and quiet.
- 😴 Total blackout: You + Manta’s sleep mask ($40) = out cold, even on midday flights.
- ✈️ Red-eye ready: This travel pillow (36% off) is soft enough to make the middle seat bearable.
- 🧳 Overpackers, rejoice: These smart cubes (44% off) let you squeeze more into your carry-on.
🛡️ ICYMI: Click here for 25 must-haves you need to stay safe, secure and prepared for the worst on your next trip.
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🖥️ Pick the right refresh rate: Resolution isn’t everything when buying a monitor. Refresh rate affects how smooth motion looks and helps cut down on choppy images. For everyday work, anything over 60 Hz is fine. Gamers and video editors should go for 180 Hz. And if your kids are serious about Fortnite, they’ll want 240 Hz or more.
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🐱 You’ve got to be kitten me: Every year since 2016, people have gone to theaters to watch a full-length film of cats being chaotic, cute and ridiculous (case in point). CatVideoFest is a compilation of viral clips and fan submissions aka YouTube, but on the big screen. The kicker? It’s a hit. Last year alone, it clawed in over $1 million. That’s the cat’s meow.