Podcast Episodes

July 13, 2021

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When you put a cheap smart bulb in your shopping cart, no one warned you it might be susceptible to hackers who could use it to break into your entire network. With more and more of our devices connected to the internet, we’re all at risk. I brought in cybersecurity expert Ricoh Danielson to help you lock it all down. Find out more about Ricoh at 1stresponder.us.

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You’ve probably never heard of Jaipur, India. It’s more than 8,000 miles away. But it’s important today because this small town, just southwest of New Delhi, is the site of the world’s worst selfie disaster.

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Some dating apps are notorious for being used solely for hookups. (Think Tinder, Bumble and Hinge.) But get this. Many young people, from Gen Z to millennials, are using these so-called hookup apps in entirely new ways.

July 12, 2021

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On Friday, President Biden announced a 72-point plan to rein in the power of Big Tech. Here’s what his plan is missing.

July 11, 2021

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When your computer malfunctions – Windows or MAC – what’s the first question to ask?

July 10, 2021

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Do you think you’re too tech-savvy to fall for an online scam? Think again. 

July 9, 2021

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When you try to understand Trump’s lawsuit against social media and Big Tech, you’re bombarded with opinion pieces. I’ll cut through the politics and tell you what’s really going on.

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It seems, yes, Google’s smart assistant is always listening. What can you do about it? Plus, a tricky scam is back with a new name, and find out how email aliases can clean up your inbox and protect your privacy.

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It seems, yes, Google’s smart assistant is always listening. What can you do about it? Plus, a tricky scam is back with a new name, and find out how email aliases can clean up your inbox and protect your privacy.

July 8, 2021

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Did you know 58% of all American smartphones are iPhones? That includes mine. I’ve been testing iPhone’s newest operating system. Here’s what I like (and one thing I’m not too fond of).

July 7, 2021

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The recent ransomware attack over the holiday weekend was the single biggest in history. Behind the attack is the same Russia-linked gang that hit JBS meat processing and got an $11 million dollar payout during the Memorial Day weekend.

July 6, 2021

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Here’s a nightmare scenario: You’re trapped in a small space and can’t get out. Now imagine that small space is on fire and you have a real-life Tesla nightmare.

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One woman asked Kim for help with a malicious stranger who stalked her daughter’s every move. Over time, the abuse escalated; the creep targeted her whole family, even posting the mom’s photos on risqué dating sites. Listen and learn how Kim and her friends unmasked the stalker!

July 5, 2021

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Since 1964, when the media publishes or broadcasts false information about “public figures,” they can’t be sued for libel unless it can be proven that they knew the story was false. (Or if they show “reckless disregard” for verifying the story.) This unique protection has allowed false and sensationalistic reporting, especially on the internet

July 4, 2021

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We haven’t reached the top of America’s explosive residential real estate market. Home values and sales have skyrocketed, but even if your home’s not for sale, it has a listing on Zillow.com.

July 3, 2021

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When it comes to cyber attacks on the United States, who is America’s biggest enemy? You might be surprised.

July 2, 2021
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Facebook is now worth $1 trillion. Kim dives in what you could get for all that cash. Plus, Starlink’s progress in bringing high-speed internet to the masses and the inside scoop on Windows 11. In the tech tip, Ben explains how to see what’s eating up all the space on your phone — and what to delete.

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Do you think you haven’t been a direct victim of ransomware? I have bad news: you have.

July 1, 2021

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Facebook is now worth $1 trillion. Kim dives in what you could get for all that cash. Plus, Starlink’s progress in bringing high-speed internet to the masses and the inside scoop on Windows 11. In the tech tip, how to see what’s eating up all the space on your phone — and what to delete.

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Reports are coming in from all over the country about this: You suddenly notice that your home’s temperature is too hot. Has the power company commandeered your home thermostat?

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