A gator in a stormwater pipe

Workers in Oviedo, Florida, sent a robotic cam into a storm drain to investigate potholes … and found what may be your worst nightmare: A huge alligator.

Wells Fargo fires employees for faking work

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Over a dozen workers were caught faking keyboard activity and using mouse jigglers to look busy. Plus, CVS recalls 133 medications, the controversial Windows Recall faces a delay, and a must-know site for those wary of flying Boeing planes.

How coal miners learned to code

Some consider coal an antiquated industry and are looking for better energy sources. But some Kentucky coal miners have embraced the new world and took the time to learn how to write code. Check out this tale of inspirational workers as they begin their new career journey.

Employees are suing over going back to work

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With the COVID emergency long gone, can employers fire workers who refuse to come back into the office? Plus, Apple Watch gets the FDA green light, why you should power down, and watch for this TSA scam.

Tesla's in trouble, big trouble

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Tesla sales are plummeting, and 14,000 workers have been laid off. Plus, Google unveils a ChatGPT rival, FTC scams skyrocket, and Instagram blurs unsolicited nudes. Struggling with sleep? I’ve got a pro phone tip that will help.

The reason your insurance is so expensive

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Rates going up? New York Times reporter Kashmir Hill joins to talk about how your car may be snitching on you. Also, Kim and Andrew take a look at the new viral video of Kate Middleton and Amazon’s (dumb) solution to workplace burnout — telling workers to think happy thoughts.

The real world hits entitled and coddled Silicon Valley employees

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Is it the end of perks for the workers of Silicon Valley? Here’s my take, in 60 seconds. 

Most invasive apps, Netflix sharing ends, ChatGPT news

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Plus, watch out for this important tax change when using Venmo or Paypal, access Netflix’s new workout hub, my favorite eBay tip and why white-collar workers should be worried about ChatGPT.

Panic inside Google (and why white collar workers should worry too)

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There’s no question: ChatGPT set off an outright panic inside Google. Here’s how that affects you, in one minute.

Amazon can put your orders inside your garage

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Sick of porch pirates snatching up your packages? Listen now to get the delivery workers to drop them off in your garage instead.

Question: Are you making fewer mistakes WFH?

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Do workers make more mistakes at home or in the office? Listen now to find out what the experts are saying.

Labor Day 2020: Thanks to tech, our workforce has changed

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On Labor Day, we celebrate the contributions that workers have made to the strength, prosperity and well-being of our country. This year, it includes a different workforce.

Financial independence: Working at home in 2019

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There are more ways than ever to earn money from home, giving you the power to achieve financial independence. I share how to find legitimate work-from-home opportunities for workers of any interest and skill level. Happy Fourth of July!

Financial Independence in 2018 working at home

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There are more legitimate work from home opportunities than ever before, giving you the power to achieve financial independence. In this Consumer Tech Update, Kim shares how to find some of the work from home opportunities for workers of any skill level. Happy 4th of July