Kim Komando Today
1,017 episodes - English - Latest episode: 5 days ago - ★★★★★ - 329 ratingsSound like a tech pro, even if you’re not! Award-winning popular host Kim Komando is your secret weapon.
Kim is in a class all her own. Her widely successful radio show is heard on over 500 stations in the United States and internationally in 175 different countries. Kim has millions of fans who love her down-to-earth, deeply relatable, and easy-to-understand way of talking about consumer tech.
Every episode is loaded with the scoop about the latest gadgets, online security, social media trends, and digital privacy. Kim makes it all entertaining and fun. With a mix of important news, practical advice, and compelling conversations, you’ll be able to make informed decisions and stay up-to-date with the latest trends in the tech world.
Kim started her show and still owns it herself. She’s not part of a big broadcasting company. Her company has no debt or investors. That’s why many small business owners also turn to her for advice on growing their businesses using web-based tools.
In the Kim Komando Today Podcast, every episode is loaded with ways to better your tech life. New episodes of the Kim Komando Podcast drop every Monday through Friday.
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Episodes
Stop Facebook tracking, secret camera trick and why you see ads when you stream
April 11, 2022 08:00 - 33 minutes - 38.7 MBIn this episode, I help three callers who are in tough spots. One wants to protect her son from malicious gamers. Another wants expensive cameras for cheap prices. I'm sharing a few tech tricks you can use to save money and protect your privacy. I've also got the scoop on a secret Facebook setting that stops tracking. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Delete this antivirus program, YouTube transcripts trick, Google Maps hack
April 05, 2022 19:09 - 34 minutes - 39.2 MBIn this episode of Kim Komando Today, I’ll tell you which antivirus program you need to delete ASAP. It could be a national security threat. I’ve also got a Google Maps hack that lets you share your exact location. Plus, have you ever bought ads from Facebook? Maybe Meta owes you money. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Spotting fake news, find any photo, scam calls mistake
April 01, 2022 10:00 - 49 minutes - 67.4 MBWe all know what happened at the Oscars, but did Will Smith make a bald joke years ago on “The Arsenio Hall Show”? Kim has a simple trick to save you all that scrolling when you’re looking for a photo among thousands on your phone. And Allie has four tips to slow those annoying — and dangerous — scam calls. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Wi-Fi on the moon, Russian cyberattacks and a Google tip for saving gas money
March 30, 2022 08:00 - 33 minutes - 38.9 MBDid you know people are putting Wi-Fi on the moon? That's just the tip of the iceberg. In this episode of Kim Komando Explains, I'll teach you how to find an airline seat with the most legroom, how to save gas money and a few other tech tips you'll use time and time again. I've also got an action plan you can use to protect yourself against Russian cyberattacks. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
White House warning, Google shortcut, FBI cybercrime report
March 25, 2022 10:00 - 34 minutes - 47.5 MBThe White House put out a list of what businesses need to do to protect themselves from cyberwarfare. The problem? It's far from helpful. Plus, a helpful Google Drive shortcut you'll use again and again. And the FBI's 2021 Internet Crime Report is here. It was a banner year for hackers — and that's a bad thing for you. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
2FA-stealing malware, update your phone, wheels vs. doors
March 18, 2022 10:00 - 32 minutes - 45.3 MBSmartphone malware is getting worse. A variant caught stealing passwords, bank details and lots more has a new trick — collecting your two-factor authentication codes. Plus, updates for iPhone and Android are here and Allie has the best reasons to update. And the crew takes on the debate captivating the internet right now: Are there more wheels or more doors in the world? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
How cyberstalking works — and how to stop it
March 17, 2022 22:10 - 31 minutes - 21.8 MBDid you know 40% of Americans deal with online harassment? It can happen to anyone — and it can hurt your career and personal life. In this episode, Kim and cybersecurity expert Ricoh Danielson share a few self-defense strategies. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
AirTag stalkers, easy change to get faster internet, tax return pro tip
March 11, 2022 10:00 - 46 minutes - 64.4 MBIt didn't take long for creeps and thieves to use Apple's AirTags to follow people. Apple has a response, but is it enough? Plus, tips to get your tax return back faster, and where to put your router for better internet speed. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Chat via hologram, 6G, metaverse taxes + Your calls
March 09, 2022 10:00 - 36 minutes - 33.2 MBCatch up with Kim's national radio show and innovative new tech coming down the pipeline. A new device can add 3D “holoportation” to your video calls, Google wants to understand your movements using radar and the FCC is making way for 6G. Plus, a grandmother asks Kim for help after her teenage granddaughter was pressured into sharing nude photos. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Social media's war, block Wordle trackers, 'Love is Blind'
March 04, 2022 10:00 - 51 minutesYou can't log into social media without seeing a barrage of photos and videos from the Russia-Ukraine War. Plus, the New York Times purchased Wordle and it's still free — but now you're being tracked by advertisers. And the team dives into why everyone is talking about the latest season of the hit (and ridiculous) show "Love is Blind." Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Ukraine War: The dangers, scams and hacks you need to watch for + your calls
March 02, 2022 10:00 - 36 minutes - 33.5 MBRussia has invaded Ukraine and there are fears it could lead to cyberwarfare — even here in the U.S. Find out what it could mean for you. Plus, how to stop your ex from showing up in your photo memories, 10 new war cons scammers are using to fool people, and your calls. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Trump's new app, Peloton problems, 5-minute PC cleanup
February 25, 2022 10:00 - 44 minutes - 61.5 MBTrump's social media app just launched — and it was a rough start, to say the least. Plus, more trouble for Peloton as a scheme to hide a rust problem in thousands of bikes comes to light. Then Allie shares the 5-minute routine for keeping your computer cleaned up and running smoothly. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Special episode: An hour of The Kim Komando Show
February 24, 2022 10:00 - 29 minutes - 13.8 MBEnjoy a full hour of The Kim Komando Show, compliments of the Komando Community. Try it out yourself free for 30 days and get access to Kim's show as a podcast on your schedule at getkim.com. In this hour, “Worldle” is the “Wordle” of geography, the hidden dangers Roblox poses for children and how you can buy a $450K ticket to take a trip to space. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
AirTag arrest, hide your Facebook profile, celebrity meltdown
February 18, 2022 16:36 - 42 minutes - 58.3 MBAfter months of stories about people using Apple's AirTags to stalk others and even steal cars, an arrest has been made. Plus, if you don't want to give up your Facebook account but you don't want others to find it so easily, Allie has a quick tip. And Matt has the scoop on the latest embarrassing celebrity meltdown. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
How to boost your tax refund this year
February 17, 2022 18:10 - 33 minutes - 46.2 MBThe IRS has new changes including the $600 rule, WFH deductions, child tax credits and more. In this episode, tax accountant Rachel Cheek and I dive into the many ways deductions, forms, social media and rules will impact your 2021 tax return. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Google changing your account, Apple's Siri mistake, celebrity parents
February 11, 2022 17:30 - 43 minutes - 30.2 MBGoogle is making a major change to user accounts — and it's one you should make now before it happens automatically. Plus Apple says it was gathering Siri data even when you said "no thanks." And find out why the internet is talking about celebrities and their interesting lineage. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
How advertisers collect your data and target you with ads
February 09, 2022 18:08 - 41 minutes - 57.7 MBMale, 38 years old, married, two kids under five, watched a YouTube video about lawn care, visited a home improvement store in the last 10 days, listened to a podcast about lawns, earns $68,000 a year in a management position, and lives in a certain zip code. That’s how specific advertising can be today. In this episode, I sit down with advertising CTO Premesh Purayil from Freestar to learn how it works and how to opt out of the data tracking. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaph...
Apple wedding rings, winter weather alerts, rugged phone review
February 07, 2022 18:15 - 38 minutes - 52.4 MBRumors are swirling about Apple's new wedding rings that will sniff out a cheater. We've got the facts. Plus, with severe weather conditions peaking around the country, here are the best ways to stay up to date. And in Ben's weekly review, he tests out cellphones so tough you can literally drop them in acid. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Dark Web 101: What's there and why the government can't shut it down
February 03, 2022 17:28 - 34 minutes - 48 MBWade through the waters of the Dark Web and you'll find drugs, hitmen and all sorts of disturbing imagery. But it's also a haven for privacy advocates. In this episode, I speak with ASU professor Victor Benjamin, who reveals just why it's so hard to regulate — and why folks of all backgrounds can't stop coming back. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Apple's stalker problem, tax season warning, 'Batman' scavenger hunt
January 28, 2022 10:00 - 46 minutes - 64.4 MBApple's AirTags make it easy to keep an eye on items like your keys or wallet, but they're dangerous in the wrong hands. Is Apple's response good enough? Plus, tax season has officially kicked off, and Allie has tips to get your return as fast as possible. And Matt has the info on why the internet is buzzing about the new 'Batman' movie and its cryptic online scavenger hunt. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
This man turned his lost love into an AI chatbot
January 27, 2022 22:00 - 51 minutes - 46.8 MBEveryone has a different way of coping with tragedy. When Joshua Barbeau lost his girlfriend, he created an AI chatbot based on her personality. In this episode, Kim sits down with him as well as developer Jason Rohrer, who created the program Joshua used. You can also use it to create your own personalized chatbot for just $5. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
My mother’s cancer journey ended
January 26, 2022 10:00 - 43 minutes - 59.2 MBMy mother was diagnosed with Stage 4 Pancreatic Cancer in December 2017. By 2020, she was cancer-free. But the cancer returned with a vengeance and doctors used the word “hospice.” Here’s my own journey with her passing. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
COVID test scams, Netflix price increase, smart Alexa tip
January 21, 2022 10:00 - 40 minutes - 56.3 MBLooking for free COVID tests? Don’t go to one of the many scam sites that have popped up almost overnight. Plus, Netflix just hit a major milestone … and you’re not going to like it. Plus, how to use your Echo or phone to detect sounds like a knock at the door, barking dogs and glass breaking. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Tech's impact on our bodies
January 20, 2022 10:00 - 38 minutes - 17.8 MBNeck pain, muscle strain and even "smartphone pinky syndrome" are just some of the ways tech can hurt your health. Kim chats with technology writer Nicolas Carr on the unforeseen impacts of technology on our bodies. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Wordle tips, smart guns, 'Batman' letdown
January 14, 2022 18:50 - 44 minutes - 60.8 MBAre you playing Wordle? It seems like just about everyone is! We've got pro tips to help you win the hot word game and a warning about the Wordle app. Plus, smart guns are coming and Kim has the details. And find out why the internet is up in arms over the latest "Batman" movie and its PG-13 rating. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
An unbelievable story about hackers hitting up a hospital for ransomware
January 13, 2022 10:00 - 26 minutes - 36.4 MBRansomware hackers recently hit a hospital, and everything from the cardiac machines to IV pumps stopped working. Doctors and nurses had to use pen and paper. There were no electronic patient records. But what happened when the hackers found out it was a hospital will undoubtedly surprise you. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Goodbye 3G, CES winners, 'Harry Potter' reunion flubs
January 07, 2022 10:00 - 46 minutes - 31.7 MBThe major wireless providers are doing away with 3G, and the impact goes well beyond your smartphone. Plus, Ben has the best products announced at this year's CES. Matt, our trusty internet scout, has the stories going viral online, including what the "Harry Potter" reunion special got wrong. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
5 ways to clean up your photos before it's too late
January 01, 2022 09:00 - 34 minutes - 23.6 MBNow that we can snap pictures from our smartphones, we all have way more photos than we know what to do with. Between your physical albums and the digital images clogging up your phones and computers, you probably have so many pictures it's hard to organize them all. Good news: In this episode, Kim, Allie and Ben share a few strategies for cleaning up your massive photo collection. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Watch out for this Google ad scam — and try this trick for better pet photos
December 31, 2021 10:00 - 38 minutes - 52.8 MBWatch out: Scammers are creating Google ads to leech off of your search traffic. This scary trick conned some people out of $500,000 in cryptocurrency. In this episode, you’ll also get some tips for snapping the perfect picture of your pets — even if they’re always moving. Plus, Ben’s spilling the beans on his very first five-star review. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
How companies and government agencies buy your private info
December 29, 2021 09:00 - 44 minutes - 41.2 MBYou probably think of your devices as tools that make life ten times easier. Keep in mind that they also collect a ton of valuable data that can be used against you. For instance, police officers can request your data as evidence. Governments can buy your data from brokers. Kim’s interview with technologist Bennett Cyphers from the Electronic Frontier Foundation reveals which gadgets snoop the most — and which secrets you’re losing. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adch...
Best apps of the year, quick tech tips, Twitter bans these photos
December 24, 2021 10:00 - 40 minutes - 16.3 MBRelive 2021 with the top songs, podcasts and apps of the year. Plus, a change to Twitter could put an end to certain types of bullying — if it's actually effective. And a special way to make guests feel at home using a piece of tech you already have in the house. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Using tech to track down terrorists
December 21, 2021 10:00 - 36 minutes - 33.2 MBGovernments have more tools than ever before when it comes to tracking down information. Sometimes that puts us at risk, but in the right hands, those tools can keep us safe here at home. In this episode, Kim talks with veteran Ricoh Danielson, who served in Iraq and Afghanistan breaking into cellphones and discovering secrets on the ground. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Scary Windows flaw, $8/mo to start your car, fix your photos
December 17, 2021 11:00 - 42 minutes - 29.5 MBBen has the scoop on a Log4j, a dangerous security flaw that's so ubiquitous we may see the impact for years to come. Plus, the age of subscriptions continues as one car company wants you to pay up to use your key fob. And a handy website that can remove people and objects from your photos without any editing skills. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
How to find out everything Amazon knows about you
December 16, 2021 16:25 - 41 minutes - 28.6 MBAmazon is your biggest fan. It knows your voice, search history, advertiser preferences, favorite books, Alexa history and more. In this episode, Kim speaks with two Reuters reporters who exposed the secret war Amazon wages on your privacy. You'll learn how to find everything Amazon knows about you. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The day the internet died, AirTags and car theft, gift ideas
December 10, 2021 12:00 - 42 minutes - 29.5 MBAmazon Web Services went down and took a ton of websites and services with it. Plus, thieves are using AirTags to track potential victims. And Kim, Ben and Allie have your back with some out-of-the-box gift ideas if you're struggling to finish your holiday shopping. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Essential tech cleanups to do before 2022
December 09, 2021 17:12 - 34 minutes - 23.5 MBIs your digital life in need of a little TLC? Kim, Ben and Allie are here with smart ways to tidy up your tech, inside and out. You'll learn a few cleaning secrets, along with simple methods of sorting the clutter, clearing out junk and freeing up space on your devices. Looks like you just found your new holiday project. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Top apps of the year, Twitter bans sharing certain photos, Alexa guest mode
December 03, 2021 11:00 - 40 minutes - 16.3 MBIt's that time again: The list of the top apps and streaming music of 2021 is out. Are these great downloads on your phone? Plus, Twitter just banned sharing a certain kind of photo — and Ben has the details on how this affects you. Plus, how to switch your Echo to guest mode before holiday visitors arrive. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
10 security terms you need to know right now
December 01, 2021 12:00 - 31 minutes - 73.2 MBYou can’t protect your privacy and security if you don’t know the lingo. In this episode, Kim teaches you 10 important security terms you need to know and why they’re so crucial. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
10 years of data on you, Amazon Echo on wheels, tech tricks
November 26, 2021 03:00 - 47 minutes - 32.8 MBHave you heard of ShadowDragon? It collects data from 120 major sites going back a decade. Yes, 10 years of info about YOU. Plus, the iPhone 13 and iOS 15 are here, along with Amazon's new smart home gear, including Astro, the Echo on wheels. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Self-driving cars: Are they actually safe to drive?
November 23, 2021 03:00 - 46 minutes - 21.5 MBSelf-driving cars aren’t some crazy future tech … They’re here now. That raises some questions. Does it actually work? Is it safe? Is it work shelling out $8,000 for Tesla’s “full self-driving” option? To find out, Kim sat down with Consumer Report’s Head of Connected and Automated Vehicle Testing. So hop in and buckle up — we’re diving into the incredible world of automated cars. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Windows drama, holiday shopping secret, fix your own iPhone
November 19, 2021 11:00 - 38 minutes - 53.4 MBIt happens like clockwork: Microsoft releases an update and the internet sounds the alarms. The latest drama involves the Edge browser. Plus, a smart tip from Ben on how to find the best prices on what you're shopping for this holiday season. And in a shocking turnaround, Apple says you'll soon be able to repair your own broken tech. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
How your TV streaming apps stalk you
November 17, 2021 15:34 - 36 minutes - 50 MBWhether you use Netflix, Hulu, Amazon Prime, Disney+ or Apple TV, chances are your favorite apps are tracking you wherever you go. In this episode, Kim and streaming analyst Dan Rayburn reveal the secret risks you take when you cut the cord. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Tech news roundup, paid Twitter, speed up your computer
November 12, 2021 12:00 - 43 minutes - 59.3 MBGet the tech news of the day in just a few minutes with Kim, Allie and Ben. Would you pay for Twitter? The social media site sure hopes so and we’ve got the details on what you get. Plus, how to speed up your computer in just a few clicks. And Matt has the slang Gen Z kids are using to help you decode your upcoming Thanksgiving conversations. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
5 things you need to do with your photos before it's too late
November 10, 2021 11:00 - 34 minutes - 23.6 MBIn the digital age, we all have more photos than we know what to do with. Most are on our phones and computers, but then there are all the albums and frames full of old printed photos, too. In this episode, Kim, Allie and Ben have a few must-do steps you should take with all your photos before it's too late. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Tech Refresh: Google ad scam, take better pet photos, Ben's first 5-star review
November 05, 2021 18:30 - 38 minutes - 52.8 MBScammers have a clever new tactic that really works. They're creating Google ads to piggyback off search traffic; one scheme cost people over $500,000 in cryptocurrency in one weekend. Plus, tips for taking better pictures of your furry friends, and Ben gives his first five-Ben head review. Listen to find out what merited the honor. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Listen up: A full hour of The Kim Komando Show
November 04, 2021 11:00 - 35 minutes - 81.9 MBSurprise, it's a full hour of my national radio show. If you haven't listened in a while, now is the time to catch up. In this hour, new details from leaked Facebook documents, how Alexa could be coming to a hospital near you and Blue Origin’s plans for a private space station. Want more? Listen on your schedule for 30 days free at getkim.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Tech Refresh: iPhone secret tracking, train NASA AI, trade in your old tech
October 29, 2021 11:00 - 50 minutes - 115 MBBad news, iPhone users. There are two ways your phone can track you, even if you've turned off all those permissions. You can help train NASA's Mars Rover AI and we'll tell you how. Plus, a fast and easy way to trade in your old tech for money and discounts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
This tech CEO revolutionized health supplements
October 27, 2021 11:00 - 40 minutes - 27.6 MBHow did a former senior tech leader leave the computer industry for the health supplement field? In this episode, Kim and Humann CEO Joel Kocher talk about his successes, mistakes and lessons learned. You’ll also learn how science is moving his company forward — and how that helps you. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Cyberstalking 101: How to stop online abuse
October 25, 2021 15:52 - 31 minutes - 21.8 MBOnline harassment victimizes 40% of Americans. Cyberstalking can happen to anyone — and it can damage every aspect of your life, from your friendships to your future career. In this episode, Kim and cybersecurity expert Ricoh Danielson create a defense strategy you can use to protect yourself from online abuse. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Tech Refresh: Facebook's name change, Alexa tips, kids and social media
October 22, 2021 21:52 - 44 minutes - 30.3 MBFacebook is reportedly changing its name, and the internet has no shortage of funny ideas. Plus, how to use your Amazon Echo to make Halloween a little spookier. And you won't believe how many parents of young kids say it's simply "too much work" to watch what they do on social media. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices