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Airline data breach puts podcaster Payne Lindsey in danger
True-crime podcaster Payne Lindsey, creator of Up and Vanished, was all set to fly to Nome for his latest investigation but bailed at the last minute. He didn’t tell anyone, yet somehow rumors started swirling on social media that he was there. Payne joins us to break it down, plus we’re talking Verizon outages, a couple blocked from suing Uber, and leaked MrBeast “founder mode” documents.
🕵️ Scammers posing as the FBI: The lowest of the low. Scammers claim to be from the Internet Crime Complaint Center and offer to help you recover stolen money, then refer you to another “agent.” That’s when they ask for financial info and money. The real FBI won’t contact you like this or ask for payment.
🔍 Crime authors have a secret weapon: When they need to get the gory details right, they turn to a Facebook group called Cops and Writers. There, authors can ask real officers how much blood would actually come out of a wound, or whether it’s “spatter,” not “splatter” (paywall link).
🔞 Watch the kids on ChatGPT: You can now ask about and create spicy and gory content and images. People complained restrictions were interfering with news reporting and crime scene depictions.
🔪 The short fortune teller who escaped from prison was a small medium at large: A true crime YouTube channel is racking up views, and most people listening don’t realize every “true story” is completely fake. They’re all AI-generated. The channel owner called it “True Crime” because the genre gets the most clicks. Nice ploy, buddy.
Sorry, clothed for the winter: An Oregon woman’s naked photos became town gossip after a prosecutor looked through her phone and shared them with the county sheriff. There was no warrant, no consent and no suspicion of a crime. She sued, but he’s got “qualified immunity,” a loophole that protects government officials unless a court has already ruled the exact same misconduct illegal. PSA: This is just one of many reasons not to store naked pics on your phone.
Erase the past: Newspapers across the U.S. are removing old crime stories or names from their online archives. Why? To help folks move on without fear of being googled. Good news: This only applies to minor crimes. Articles about violence and sex offenses are staying put.
Big Tech listens to your convos
At least one media group gathers info from conversations and uses it for targeted ads. Plus, a new sextortion scam tactic, Amazon’s “Just Walk Out” tech hits more NFL stadiums, and police are towing Teslas from crime scenes.
Bonus episode: The Kim Komando Show, April 13
A new tech ban is coming, this time it targets Russia. Trade your data for money? I tell you the real cost of cash-incentive offers (it’s not pretty). True crime lovers — here’s a side hustle you won’t want to miss. Plus, a gal wonders if her Roomba records her. Creepy!
Easy money for true crime lovers
Ever sat on a jury? It can be a real thrill — and you don’t have to wait for a summons in the mail.
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TikTok under fire, Trump arrest deepfakes & ChatGPT work lies
Plus, I tell you all about the Google Bard release and why it’s dull on purpose. New ATM crime to watch out for, water bill money-saving tips and save your important texts. Tired of overly detailed recipe websites? I have a hack for you.
June 3rd, 2023
In this week’s show, I have the scoop on the TikTok CEO being grilled by the US Congress. But that’s not all – UFO sightings are on the rise, and I reveal why it might just be Starlink’s fault. Plus, the FCC has finally taken action against pesky scam texts, the top 10 jobs most at risk from AI, and Audi’s team of car sniffers. I also warn you about a new ATM crime involving cardboard and glue. That and much more, plus all your calls and questions.
March 25th, 2023
In this week’s show, I have the scoop on the TikTok CEO being grilled by the US Congress. But that’s not all – UFO sightings are on the rise, and I reveal why it might just be Starlink’s fault. Plus, the FCC has finally taken action against pesky scam texts, the top 10 jobs most at risk from AI, and Audi’s team of car sniffers. I also warn you about a new ATM crime involving cardboard and glue. That and much more, plus all your calls and questions.
3 tech tips for a safe and happy New Year's Eve
Did you know that New Year’s Day is a popular night for crime? Listen to this one-minute podcast for three ways to protect yourself.
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Take an intimate tour of a disturbing place - The Dark Web - Episode 1
The first episode of a two-part series on a world most have only heard about: The Dark Web. We tell the story of an organization that lost its innocence after losing thousands of dollars. Discover how The Dark Web is allowing crime to run rampant.
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