Podcast Episodes

April 27, 2024

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The TikTok ban is moving forward — here’s what that means for you. What are your politics? AI says it can tell just from your face. Plus, CAPTCHAs are getting harder, Ring Doorbell privacy settlements, and data-hungry dating apps.

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On any regular day in the U.S., about 100,000 people are shopping for a new big-screen TV. Here are the latest buying tips.

April 26, 2024

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Automakers say car subscriptions could earn them $1,600 a year. Plus, news on the Kaiser Permanente health breach, phony Verizon invoice emails, and a Waymo going haywire in San Fran.

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Ride fares can pile up fast, but with a few savvy moves, you can keep those costs down.

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28 workers were fired for protesting inside Google’s New York and Sunnyvale offices. Here’s why. 

April 25, 2024

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Looking for a great pair? Before you splurge on top-tier sound, here’s what you need to know.

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Thinking about deleting your data from Facebook, Instagram, or Threads? There’s no guarantee it will be completely removed.

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Tesla sales are plummeting, and 14,000 workers have been laid off. Plus, Google unveils a ChatGPT rival, FTC scams skyrocket, and Instagram blurs unsolicited nudes. Struggling with sleep? I’ve got a pro phone tip that will help.

April 24, 2024

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Pat Lawlor was happy to buy his first home — until he received a fake email from someone he thought was his escrow officer. Plus, closing apps doesn’t save iPhone battery, a flame-throwing robot dog, and Amazon’s new grocery delivery.

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Here’s a PSA if you like to do online shopping during work — you’re being watched.

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No need for angry dinner table debates — a new AI algorithm can predict someone’s political leanings from biometrics alone. 

April 23, 2024

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Can’t make a call? Here’s why scammers may be stealing your phone number. 

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The automaker used to think it couldn’t make mistakes. Now facing big problems, is it too late to fix them?

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One tech CEO thinks AI girlfriends are the next billion-dollar biz. Meanwhile, a tragedy: an 81-year-old man kills an Uber driver he mistook for a scammer. Plus, what your hotel card key reveals about you. 

April 22, 2024

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Target shoppers saw him slip a phone under a woman’s dress (ew). Plus, get updates on the TikTok ban, dark web blackmail, and a major ground beef recall. We also talk with popular YouTuber Kitboga about taking on scammers by wasting their time.

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Opting for grocery delivery? It’s convenient, but be aware of the extra price.

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The dollar value of the cryptocurrency is expected to rise — but here’s why it’s all smoke and mirrors.

April 21, 2024

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Love traveling? Check out these tips to snag great deals on airfare!

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Why did the Apple Vision Pro lose public interest? Find out in this short podcast. 

April 20, 2024

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