Plus, I talk with director Alex Winter about his documentary The YouTube Effect — and how the platform has changed our lives. I also help Lisa from Texas, whose phone number appeared on an escort site. Elon Musk warns X might fail, and tips on bird-tracking with your phone.
AI copyright court battle, deepfake scams & EV charger theft
Gen Z cash stuffing, doorbell cam data sold & AI malware
Plus, is your printer really private? I’ll explain why the answer might worry you. I also offer advice to Ruth from New York on making the perfect family reunion slideshow. Why closed captioning is now a must-use feature, and how to know if someone is snooping on your PC.
Etsy pro tricks, YouTube death videos & Tesla owners trapped
Plus, Tim Riegel makes $169,000 a year on Etsy via his fire pit creations and shares some pro tips for online selling. Half of parents say they would be lost without a smartphone. How to type with your voice only, and reasons why you need to download offline Google maps.
Lazy girl job viral trend, Instacart price jacking & Space Force satellites
Plus, Reggie needs a marketing solution to get his small biz off the ground. I give him my advice. A woman’s wedding dress accidentally gets donated to Goodwill — here’s how internet sleuths got it back. The reason your phone can track your steps and how to know which side of the car your gas tank is on.
$250/hr freelance job, video game addiction & Apple’s batterygate payouts
Plus, Logan Visser was playing video games for 16 hours a day. He talked with me about how he broke the cycle. Also, Google is adding eSignature tools to Docs and Drive. Food delivery at airport gates, apps that share location data and 5 steps to sell your old phone.
Dire message from a caller, $900K AI Job & TikTok shopping risks
Plus, TikTok star Chris Guerra makes funny videos for his 800K followers — and gets paid well to do it. He shares some of his secrets for going viral. Carmakers aim to silence radios, professors battle ChatGPT, and I’ll teach you a smartphone trick to test dead remote batteries.
Journalism vs. AI, overtipping pressures & cable cord-cutting
Plus, are you scared AI’s going to snatch your job? About 25% of American gigs are on the line. A caller’s mom is drowning in scam texts, but I’ve got the remedy. Learn how to solve tech issues with restarting and how to remove location data before sharing photos.
FBI beta app warning, robotaxi rendezvous & realistic city simulation
Plus, some states are offering incentives for e-bike owners. We chat with Alex Fitzpatrick from Axios about the benefits available. Want to clear phone clutter? We’ve got an easy method. Learn how to track your subscriptions, and don’t miss Allie’s review of her new Pixel Tablet.
Travel points taken over, Cybertruck troubles & AI chef disasters
Plus, did you get suspended from X (Twitter’s new alias)? I share my expert advice for a caller who’s been there. Take a look at a 911 app that lets first responders peek at the scene before they arrive. Chatbot fortune tellers are edging out the human competition, and don’t miss Walmart’s game-changing AR furniture app.
Hiring a hitman online, AI lifeguard & fake travel guides
Plus, concerned about ChatGPT scraping your data? I’ll show you how to stop it. Also, people are finding creative ways to earn money by renting out their Starlink satellites. Don’t miss Google’s latest gadgets, opportunities to earn money with your car, and tech travel tips you’ll use repeatedly.
AI Elvis, Apple malware skyrocketing & life-saving 911 app
Plus, Angela Laws has traveled the world for free — thanks to a house-sitting app. I talked to her about how you can do this, too. An herbal supplement sold online is killing people, gas tanks versus EV chargers and how to remove personal info from Google.
Elon vs. Zuck, computer brain implants & white font trick
Plus, ChatGPT’s truth-skirting and why it poses risks for everyone. Wonder how TikTok knows what you like? I’ve got answers. I chat with caller Gwen from TX about getting started with her Mac. Tips on dodging fake home listings and getting college cred online.
AI pet friends, TikTok ageism & most confusing acronyms
Plus, how many times can you flip your phone before it breaks? YouTubers are testing this out in a really bizarre way, and the results will shock you. Uncover secrets to tracking flights, snagging a sold-out campsite and calculating binge-watch time of your favorite shows.
Juul's age-verifying vape, Street View car chase & golf goes viral
Plus, I talk to Dr. Cindy Smith, who had 100 Amazon packages arrive at her doorstep, about what happened. Parents are overanalyzing how their kids are doing at summer camp based on social photos. Don’t make these mistakes when buying tech on Amazon, and learn how to stop blue light from ruining your sleep.
Google date-me docs, light bulb bans & burner email addresses
Plus, I offer advice to a guy who fell for an airline scam. More young people are needing hearing aids — here’s why. A Dark Web tool is giving criminals access to Macs. BMW’s new sedan boasts an impressive backseat. And, discover three ways to avoid fake home listings.
Google's scary AI news, brain implant hope & Gwyneth Paltrow's Airbnb
Plus, e-bikes are blowing up … a lot. Own one? I talked with FDNY’s Chief of Department John J. Hodgens about staying safe. I’ll also share how a couple travels for free, how AI is replacing extras in movies, and a fast way to get out of a locked car trunk.
QR code scams, Chinese hackers win big & speed up your old computer
Plus, Temu and Shein pose big security threats — here’s what to look out for. I talk to a guy that wants to play music in his car through a thumb drive. One state was blocked by world’s largest p*rn site, an ADHD-friendly web browser and how to set a photo timer on your phone.
TikTok cheaters unveiled, Nextdoor's top complaints & cinema etiquette downfall
Plus, we have a special guest: cybersecurity guru Ricoh Danielson, who tells us about his latest cases. Discover how a one-star Google review solved the mystery of a fatal hit-and-run. We’ll also share tricks to speed up your PC, and reasons why you should start using your tablet.
Twitter turns to X, deepfake influencers & DMV approved flying car
Plus, Daniel Belquer, the “Chief Vibrational Officer” of Music: Not Impossible, shares the story of the haptic suit his team created to make live events special for the deaf and hard of hearing. A homeowner’s plan to stop Google Maps backfires, ESRB’s facial scanning tech and Wayfair’s AI tool.
Meteorite hunters' big profits, Amazon recall helper & new emojis
Plus, Benjamin and Holly’s entire tech life is under attack — I give them my trusted advice. iOS 17 is coming this fall; here’s why it’s time to sell your older iPhones before they’re worth squat. Samsung’s new products and the “bougie broke” trend takes over TikTok.