Plus, I chat with New York Times Tech Columnist Kashmir Hill about Clearview AI, the Shazam for faces with nearly 30 billion scraped from the web. I’ll also touch on a night-prowling police drone, bosses spying with tech, and a heads up for travelers — hackers might be lurking.
Cheap voice cloning, earn $ w/ online surveys & iPhone 15 mania
Plus, got a side hustle? I show Chris from Colorado how to set up an online presence for his small biz. Major networks are up for grabs — Baby Boomers can rescue them. Tips on setting up Zoom backgrounds, spotting hacked webcams, and finding keyloggers on your devices.
NFL goes AI, e-bike for preschoolers & get $15 from Amazon
Plus, always forgetting your laptop charger? Here’s how to make your laptop battery last longer. Now’s the time to stop leaving voicemails — we’ve got the lowdown on new phone etiquette rules. TikTok slang for parents and how to turn an okay resume into a great one.
Google Maps death, Amazon hiring 250K & illegal drone chases bear
Plus, I talk to Mckala Stepp, a gal who gave away thousands in a celebrity romance scam. She thought she was talking to Dacre Montgomery, who plays Billy on “Stranger Things.” Also, I cover Microsoft’s AI announcements, printers storing your data and NFTs lose their value.
Woman swallows AirPod, bad TikTok cancer tips & dating app shocker
Plus, Opera GX says it’ll clear your embarrassing search history — even if you’ve died. I give advice to Lance from Knoxville on how to move photos to a thumb drive without squishing the quality. X is now pushing subscriptions for tweets and runners ditch their GPS watches.
iPhone potty cam shocker, missing F-35 jet & Yelp's fake reviews
Plus, Caller Matt Wood’s teen daughter wants a cell phone, but he doesn’t want it to have access to the internet. What should he do? I give him my expert advice. New scam at the pump, scientists decode chicken emotions with AI, and the safest airplane seat.
VHS tapes worth $, AI predicts your death & hobby drone spying
Plus, True Classic CEO Ryan Bartlett started his company with just $3,000; since 2019, it’s made more than $250 million. I talk to him about the tactics he used to kickstart his journey. Also, subscription fee overload and must-do tips for your next visit to the mechanic.
Cheaters on Venmo, TikTok's snail problem & iOS 17 highlights
Plus, do you often think about ancient Rome? Why a viral meme says it’s always on guys’ minds. Google Bard sifts through your inbox — here’s what that means for privacy. Pro tips for scheduling work meetings and hotel room hotspots you should def clean.
Hawaii fire disinfo, tiny military drone & QR code dog tag
Plus, got social media FOMO from your friends’ vacay pics? Don’t feel too bad — I’ll tell you why they might be rolling in debt. Also, I guide Debi on building a heartfelt digital scrapbook for her son. AI that builds software for just $1, and lifesaving tech essentials for every school child.
Gen Z tracks each other, e-scooter dangers & iPhone 15 pricing
Plus, Cassie is the mom of two reborn dolls — super-realistic baby dolls that aren’t alive, but with which she shares a real bond. I talk to her all about it. The scoop on TikTok age filters, Sony’s robotic dog foster program, and how your tech might interfere with implants.
Casino cyberattack, drugs on FB Marketplace & Google Flights refunds
Plus, for over a decade, twin sisters Madison and Christine were haunted by a cyberstalker who shared their nude photos with loved ones. They share their journey to justice. Fishy reviews on aspartame, a ChatGPT diagnosis tale, and putting a halt to Facebook’s data harvest for AI.
Major lithium discovery, Google antitrust trial & free background checks
Plus, does your car track your sex life? You might be surprised. I chat with a caller embroiled in a Facebook scam involving their T-shirt art. Also, the yellow line disrupting autonomous cars in Florida, and hot takes on Apple’s new products.
Trail cam saves hiker, AI backpack & printer tricks
Plus, special guest Andrew Babinski shows us TikTok tips. We discuss a unique hiring method: the ‘coffee cup test.’ Also, discover a simple hack to enjoy YouTube videos with the screen off and access captions on any app on your phone.
Guy does year offline, robots takeover Vegas & emergency Wi-Fi
Plus, I offer advice to caller Bob from Atlanta on how to fight a false Amazon counterfeit claim. I also reveal the weird way a Caribbean island plans to earn $30 million from AI. Find out the science behind the ‘six degrees of separation’ theory, and learn which apps are looking in.
VHS tapes worth $, cellphone saves life & free stuff online
Plus, Mozilla’s *Privacy Not Included project investigated the data collected by 25 top car brands — and it’s a lot! I discuss the shocking findings with Program Director Jen Caltrider. Google’s new policy on first-time advertisers, and Mercedes’ builds a Tesla competitor.
TikTok challenge gone wrong, AI child p*rn & dark web tools
Plus, I chat with Bloomberg reporter Zeke Faux, who traced a text scam targeting him all the way to a human trafficking ring in Cambodia. A new scheme threatening to leak personal s*x tapes, the rising costs of high-speed internet, and must-know AI terms.
Internet use reduces dementia, Google font tracking & robotaxi activism
Plus, unsure what happens to your car at the mechanic? A car cam might be your solution. I give my advice to June from Knoxville on tools to record her past experiences as a police officer. Storing 100,000 songs for free in the cloud and a neat plant ID tool.
Steve Jobs' uncashed check, ChatGPT job heist & dead phone hacks
Plus, be careful with QR codes. Clever new scams are spreading fast. How much is $1,000 worth of Apple shares in 1998 worth today? (Hint: It’s a lot!). A heartwarming Facebook story, fun ChatGPT-powered tools, video game speedruns and how to upgrade your browser with an underrated feature.
Steve Jobs' $175K note, Airbnb host threats & Google Meet AI tools
Plus, can your smart thermostat be controlled by the power company? Dennis from Myrtle Beach wants to know, and I give him the answer. I explore why Siri and Alexa falter with CPR, the best times to buy flights and cruises, and how tech pros use hotel TVs.
Roblox scam targets kids, employee-tracking shocker & text message hack
Plus, deepfake videos are spreading — how to spot them. Lost kids found through video doorbells, dozens fall for Facebook scam, and ways to hide your phone number.