Podcast Episodes

March 24, 2021

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Nine-year-old Ryan Kaji is one of YouTube’s most popular stars. At first, he unboxed toys. Later, he covered video games, sports, and other projects. Here’s the story behind this tiny multimillionaire.

March 23, 2021

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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, Kim’s talking with Jason Boyce, an Amazon expert and an e-commerce veteran. Together, they’ll share some top-secret tips for making the most out of the world’s largest online realtor. This is a must for anyone who sells online!

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Google’s promise was clear: Open the Chrome browser and activate incognito mode. If you follow these steps, you won’t be tracked online. There’s just one tiny problem.

March 22, 2021

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As the big bipartisan war on Big Tech heats up, Facebook’s PR machine has cranked out yet another diversion. The problem? We’ve heard this one before.

March 21, 2021

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With the endless number of robocalls and sales pitches, it’s best to give your mobile number only to your family and friends. Luckily, you can set up multiple numbers without breaking the bank. Just do this.

March 20, 2021

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A viral TikTok video claiming to be posted by a former Apple store employee shares a secret policy that could get you free repairs and replacements. Here’s a hint: It’s something you should be doing anyway.

March 19, 2021
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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 that sounds an awful lot like superhero gear, and Netflix says no more password sharing. Plus, as the next round of stimulus payments roll out, a quick warning to protect your wallet.

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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 that sounds an awful lot like superhero gear, and Netflix says no more password sharing. Plus, as the next round of stimulus payments roll out, a quick warning to protect your wallet.

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America hasn’t fought pornography since President Reagan left office in 1989. The Clintons abandoned the anti-porn war around the time the internet emerged. The rest is history … Or is it?

March 18, 2021

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All over Facebook and Instagram, people are posting pictures of their COVID-19 vaccination cards. Seems innocent enough, but it’s another way for scammers to make money off your back … or, in this case, your arm.

March 17, 2021

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If you use an iPhone or iPad, a new prank is spreading. You answer your phone or see a text from iMessage. You’ve been added to a FaceTime call with a group of people who you don’t even know. Here’s why that can be dangerous.

March 16, 2021

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Your phone is a great tool for keeping track of your sleep schedule. But they might also be a hindrance. Here’s what you need to know.

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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 happened with our computers, phones, appliances and just about any other tech you can think of. In this episode, Kim dives into the nitty-gritty world of repair politics. Do we really own our tech if we can’t fix it? Are large manufacturers monopolizing the right to repair? Kim talks to Gay Gordon-Byrne, a consumer rights advocate at the heart of this debate, as well as a farmer on the front lines.

March 15, 2021

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Every day, Netflix is ripped off. A whopping 30% of Netflix customers share passwords with family and friends. Now, the streaming service is saying, “Enough is enough.”

March 14, 2021

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Anyone who closely follows Apple knows that getting inside sales information from them is like pulling teeth – especially when a product doesn’t sell too well. Like, for example, Apple’s iPhone 12 Mini.

March 13, 2021

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At this very second, about a thousand Americans are receiving a scam call with the same message: “We’ve been trying to reach you about your car’s warranty.” Is it even possible to stop these calls?

March 12, 2021

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Mark Zuckerberg claims that Facebook is on the verge of succeeding where Google failed 7 years ago with its cumbersome virtual glasses. He says his glasses can “teleport” you to your office … and that’s just the beginning.

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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 to delete now. In the tech tip, a smart new trick for your Alexa, and the crew talks all things cookies — on the web and the baked good.

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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 to delete now. In the tech tip, a smart new trick for your Alexa, and the crew talks all things cookies — on the web and the baked good.

March 11, 2021

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Experienced sailors can take one look at the sky and tell you when a storm’s coming. Now you have to wonder if Big Tech is watching as the storm clouds gather … because trouble is brewing.

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