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October 3, 2023

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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.

October 2, 2023

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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.

September 29, 2023

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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.

September 28, 2023

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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. 

September 27, 2023

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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. 

September 26, 2023

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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. 

September 25, 2023

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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.

September 22, 2023

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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. 

September 21, 2023

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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.

September 20, 2023

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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. 

September 19, 2023

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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.

September 18, 2023

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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.

September 15, 2023

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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.

September 14, 2023

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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.

September 13, 2023

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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.

September 12, 2023

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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. 

September 11, 2023

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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.

September 8, 2023

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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.

September 7, 2023

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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.

September 6, 2023

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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. 

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