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Kim Komando Today

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Sound 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.

To learn more about Kim, the things she mentions, or submit a topic or question, drop by www.Komando.com

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Episodes

Website growth hacks: Avoid these 7 deadly sins

April 27, 2021 11:00 - 31 minutes - 12.7 MB

If you have a website, you’re probably always hungry for more traffic. I know I am! That’s why I sat down with Tim Ash, an expert on digital marketing and evolutionary psychology. There are seven common mistakes you might be making that are tanking your results. After this, you’ll be ready to attract more eyes to your site than ever before. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Tech Refresh: History on Mars, crypto 101, dream smart home tech

April 23, 2021 10:00 - 33 minutes - 31.1 MB

After a year of binge-watching, Netflix is losing subscribers. They have a new way to make money, and Kim has the details on how it could impact the movies you already love. Ben nerds out over the little rover-that-could flying on Mars, and the crew talks smart home tech. What would you buy if money were no object? And find out if Allie can fool the guys this week in Brand New or Not True. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Does 5G cause cancer or other health problems?

April 20, 2021 11:00 - 29 minutes - 13.6 MB

The 5G revolution is here, and boy, has it caused a splash. Conspiracy theories spread through forums like tornadoes, whipping up fear about contamination and health issues. People are toppling cell phone towers, thinking they cause COVID-19. But how valid are these concerns? Kim sits down with radio wave expert Kenneth Foster, a University of Pennsylvania professor with all the facts. After this episode, you’ll be ready for the newest generation of wireless technology. Learn more about yo...

Tech Refresh: Taking down the internet, sending secret messages, tech spring cleaning

April 16, 2021 10:00 - 28 minutes - 12.9 MB

Kim has the story of a guy who tried (and failed) to take down the internet. Is that even possible? A look at Google's new ad tracking tech that might be active in your browser right now, and a secret way to send hidden messages from iPhone to iPhone. Find out how the crew cleans their tech inside and out, and see if Ben can fool Mike and Allie in Brand New or Not True. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Full episode of The Kim Komando Show

April 13, 2021 11:00 - 32 minutes - 14.8 MB

This week's exclusive episode of Kim Komando Explains is a full hour of The Kim Komando Show, airing on more than 420 stations across the U.S. Listen to the full show on your schedule for 30 days free at getkim.com. Coming up, in the first hour, another massive data breach involving Facebook, this time involving more than 530 million people. Find out what to do. Plus, while doctors might tell you it’s a bad idea to Google medical symptoms, a new study says otherwise. And be on the lookout fo...

Tech Refresh: Facebook data breach, PC vs. Mac, display photos on your TV

April 09, 2021 10:00 - 33 minutes - 15.3 MB

The U.S. government is buying up phone, power and water records. If you have smart devices in your home, you need to hear this. More bad news from Facebook: Half a billion user records were leaked. Plus, the best ways to display photos on your TV. And can Allie fool Ben and Mike in this week's Brand New or Not True? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A new social network takes on Facebook putting privacy first

April 06, 2021 11:00 - 44 minutes - 30.3 MB

Social media used to be fun. Remember those days? You'd chat with old friends, post a few photos and move on. Fast forward to today and social media is addictive, intrusive and even harmful. Jim Fournier, the mind behind a new social media platform, says it's even a threat to our democracy. Kim jumps into the murky world of social media, from data collection to insurance schemes. There’s a lot you have to watch out for, and we’ll shed light on the greatest threats in this episode. Learn mo...

Tech Refresh: Crypto 101, deepfake warning, free up computer space

April 02, 2021 10:00 - 36 minutes - 16.9 MB

In this episode, Kim breaks down PayPal's new addition: Paying with cryptocurrency. Why would you want to do this? Find out. Plus, a deepfake warning from the FBI and tips for spotting fake videos and photos. And two simple ways to free up storage space on your computer. See if Ben can beat Mike and Allie in Brand New or Not True. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Marty Cooper 'Father of the Cellphone' shares the history and future of the cellphone

March 30, 2021 11:00 - 43 minutes - 15.1 MB

Cellphones changed the world. They revolutionized the way we communicate and paved the way for today’s Big Tech companies to emerge. In this episode, Kim takes a trip to the past with Marty Cooper, a tech legend known as the father of the cellphone. You’ll learn a ton of surprising and funny stories behind your smartphone. For example, cellphones were once shaped like shoes. Find out even more in this fun and informative episode. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Tech Refresh: Windows woes, NFT craze, Clubhouse copycat app

March 26, 2021 10:00 - 31 minutes - 14.6 MB

The latest Windows 10 update is a mess. Find out if it's finally safe to download. Plus, the team dives deep into the NFT craze. Why are people ponying up millions for things they'll never touch? Plus, there's a copycat of the social media app Clubhouse floating around. Get the details on how to spot the fake. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Insider tricks to make money on Amazon

March 23, 2021 11:00 - 41 minutes - 19 MB

Amazon can seem like a jungle to new sellers. But this jungle is ripe with opportunities for those who are willing to research market data, listen to customers and pounce on trends. In this episode, Kim’s talking with Jason Boyce, an Amazon expert and an e-commerce veteran. Together, they’ll share some top-secret tips for making the most out of the world’s largest online realtor. This is a must for anyone who sells online! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Tech Refresh: Travel scams return, military jetpacks, stimulus warning

March 19, 2021 16:24 - 33 minutes - 15.6 MB

As the COVID vaccine rolls out, travel-related searches are booming. Scammers have caught on and Allie has details on what to watch out for. The Pentagon's research agency opened up bids for tech that sounds an awful lot like superhero gear, and Netflix says no more password sharing. Plus, as the next round of stimulus payments roll out, a quick warning to protect your wallet. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Right to Repair: The fight to fix our own tech

March 16, 2021 11:00 - 46 minutes - 21.2 MB

Farmers have always been ready to jump into the dirt and fix their tools. But over the past few decades, tractors and other farm gadgets have complex software that’s hard to decode. The same has happened with our computers, phones, appliances and just about any other tech you can think of. In this episode, Kim dives into the nitty-gritty world of repair politics. Do we really own our tech if we can’t fix it? Are large manufacturers monopolizing the right to repair? Kim talks to Gay Gordon-By...

Tech Refresh: $2M tweet, new Alexa commands, iPhone update

March 12, 2021 11:00 - 36 minutes - 16.7 MB

The very first tweet is set to sell for $2.5 million. Ben, Allie and Mike dive into the weird world of non-fungible tokens. Plus, an urgent update alert for iPhones and several Android apps you need to delete now. In the tech tip, a smart new trick for your Alexa, and the crew talks all things cookies — on the web and the baked good. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

How to leave behind a digital legacy

March 10, 2021 00:05 - 52 minutes - 36.2 MB

When you're coming to the end of your life, it's natural to want to leave a legacy behind. Charles, a Kim Komando Show listener, called for advice after his doctor said he had two years to live. Kim walked him through the process of crafting a digital legacy to leave behind for his young son. In this hopeful, uplifting and inspiring podcast, Kim helps you plan for one of life's inevitable stages — especially when you come to it sooner than you expected. Learn more about your ad choices. Vi...

Tech Refresh: Alexa privacy, Twitter's new strike system, mobile gaming

March 05, 2021 11:00 - 36 minutes - 24.9 MB

Yes, your smart speaker is always listening for the wake word, but there's another privacy concern you need to know about. Plus, Twitter has a new five-strike policy for people caught sharing misinformation, and you may qualify for $50 off your internet bill each month. Then, the team talks all things mobile gaming. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Tech Refresh: Space internet, Mac malware, Windows 10 pro tip

February 26, 2021 10:00 - 32 minutes - 15 MB

SpaceX is poised to bring fast internet to the areas that need it most, and it just got faster. Malware is targeting new Macs, and Ben has a Windows 10 pro tip every PC user should know. Plus, the crew talks about the best ways to sell old tech — or which cupboard to stash it in if you can't be bothered. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Digital privacy in 2021: Take a hard look at your apps

February 23, 2021 12:00 - 42 minutes - 19.3 MB

If you’ve ever used an app for messaging, dating or even praying, your secrets have gone to X-Mode, which sells location data to military contractors. Which apps are tracking you the most? Kim talks to Sean O'Brien, the principal researcher at ExpressVPN's Digital Security Lab, about all the creepy details. By the time you're done, you'll be looking at your phone in a whole new light. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Tech Refresh: Clubhouse, dangerous app, robocalls galore

February 19, 2021 11:00 - 34 minutes - 15.9 MB

This week, the team dives into the hot new app Clubhouse and the security gotchas you need to know. It's time to update, whether you have a Windows PC or Mac, and there's a file-sharing app you should seriously reconsider using if it's on your phone. Plus, 2020 was a wild year for robocalls. How will 2021 stack up? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

All the secrets your car is collecting - Part 2

February 16, 2021 12:00 - 32 minutes - 15 MB

In part one, you learned about the many secrets your car collects. Law enforcement leaders are using car data to track down criminals. If you're ever accused of a crime, your car could be used against you. So, what exactly does your car know about you? Find out in today's episode, co-starring Chelsey Colbert. She works as Policy Counsel at the Future of Privacy Forum, where she leads the portfolio on mobility and location data. We're answering your biggest questions. How can a car be a weapo...

Tech Refresh: Delete this app, AirPods mishap, photo storage 101

February 12, 2021 11:00 - 31 minutes - 14.4 MB

The Google Play Store just pulled a dangerous app with 10 million downloads. Is it on your phone? Plus, the mother of all data leaks could put you at risk and a cautionary tale before you fall asleep with earbuds in. Then, the team dives into digital photo storage and a Valentine's Day gift no one wants. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

All the secrets your car is collecting - Part 1

February 09, 2021 12:00 - 32 minutes - 14.7 MB

Your car is collecting your data. And if you’ve been driving unsafely, cops can steal that data away. Law enforcement leaders are already using your car’s secrets to track down criminals. If you’re ever accused of a crime, your car could be used against you. So, what exactly does your car know about you? And how is this legal? Find out in today’s episode. I'm sitting down with Chelsey Colbert. She works as Policy Counsel at the Future of Privacy Forum, where she leads the portfolio on mobili...

Tech Refresh: Search scams, Apple's privacy dud, vaccine selfies

February 05, 2021 11:00 - 29 minutes - 13.6 MB

Apple's new app privacy labels are here. So far, they're not all they're cracked up to be. Plus, a reason to think twice before posting a certain photo if you got the vaccine. We've got details on a big upgrade to Google Maps for Android, and a deep dive into food delivery. And can Ben break his Brand New or Not True losing streak? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Inside Amazon: Data tracking, making money and how you can capitalize

February 02, 2021 11:00 - 36 minutes - 16.7 MB

Amazon just had its most profitable year yet. Want to get in on the action? Third-party sellers made up around half of those sales. Find out how you can make money on Amazon, too. Kim takes a look at how the e-commerce giant uses the troves of data on what sells to craft its own product line. All that and more with guest Jason Boyce, author of "The Amazon Jungle: The Truth About Amazon, The Seller's Survival Guide for Thriving on the World's Most Perilous E-Commerce Marketplace." Jason has n...

Tech Refresh: Facebook hack, goodbye cookies, new Alexa uses

January 29, 2021 11:00 - 31 minutes - 14.5 MB

This week, a ruling on whether iPhone's MagSafe chargers and medical devices mix, Facebook in hot water yet again and Google's plan to replace internet cookies. In the tech tip, Ben has the answer on just how often you should restart your computer. And can Allie win again in Brand New or Not True? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Tech neck and broken brains: The physical toll tech takes on us

January 26, 2021 12:00 - 38 minutes - 17.9 MB

Take a look at your phone. You probably carry it with you everywhere you go. That takes an enormous toll over time. You can get premature neck wrinkles. You could even get a crippled attention span. Today we’re opening your eyes to the little-known impacts our tech takes on our bodies. You won’t believe some of this stuff! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Tech Refresh: Missing stimulus checks, delete these apps, bad tech habits

January 22, 2021 11:00 - 26 minutes - 12.2 MB

In this episode, the steps you can take if your stimulus money hasn't arrived, Android apps spamming phones with ads, and a dangerous charger recall. Then, see if Ben can defeat Mike and Allie in Brand New or Not True. And a deep dive into the bad tech habits the team is trying to break in 2021. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Photos clogging up your phone? How to organize your pictures in a snap

January 19, 2021 12:00 - 26 minutes - 12.1 MB

 In the age of smartphone cameras, it's easy to amass a mountain of pictures. But how much do you really need them? And how do you organize thousands of pictures? In this episode, Kim and Mike give you all the secrets to conquer your smartphone's photo albums. You'll also learn the surprising ways AI can sort your pictures for you! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Tech Refresh: Parler banned, CES favorites, browser bug

January 15, 2021 11:00 - 34 minutes - 15.8 MB

Allie, Ben and Mike dive into the tech news of the week, including the timeline behind the Parler ban, their favorite tech of CES 2021 and a major bug impacting Chrome, Edge and Firefox. Plus, Brand New or Not True, getting your photos off Facebook and the scam of the week. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

SEO secrets: How to get more web traffic, more leads and more revenue

January 12, 2021 12:00 - 38 minutes - 17.8 MB

There are few words that strike fear into the hearts of digital professionals quite like the term SEO. It stands for “search engine optimization,” and it’s the secret that stands between you and website traffic. In this episode, Kim sits down with SEO expert Steve Wiideman. He's worked with tons of brands — think Applebee's, IHOP and Skechers. He knows how to launch a brand online, and he's got the insider secrets to help you transform your website into a traffic magnet. Learn more about y...

Tech Refresh: PayPal scam, COVID conspiracy theory, Alexa tips

January 08, 2021 11:00 - 31 minutes - 14.6 MB

Ben, Allie and Mike dive into the new year in tech news, including a COVID conspiracy theory too ridiculous not to share, price hikes coming to cable and internet bills, and a highly-convincing PayPal scam. Plus, tips for your new Amazon Echo and the scam of the week courtesy of the FBI. Find out if Ben can fool Allie and Mike in Brand New or Not True. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Tracking down Dark Web criminals

January 05, 2021 11:00 - 29 minutes - 13.5 MB

Go past the websites you visit every day, into the depths of the Dark Web. You'll find marketplaces selling ransomware, kits to start your own phishing campaign and even hackers for hire. In this episode, Kim is joined by top cybersecurity pro John Hammond of Huntress. Find out how he tracks down Dark Web criminals and the real-life consequences. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Mostly Harmless: The internet mystery of a dead man, solved

January 01, 2021 11:00 - 36 minutes - 16.7 MB

Two years ago, hikers found a dead man in a tent. A year before that, he had left his tech job, with no phone or identification, to find peace on the Appalachian Trail. We told you the story late last year. In this Best Of episode, Kim dives into the mystery that captivated the internet, with a brand new update on what happened to the man who called himself “Mostly Harmless.” Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Hollywood magic meets AI: Robot stars, AI scripts and high-tech SFX

December 29, 2020 11:00 - 41 minutes - 18.9 MB

Can robots write movie scripts? Actually, they already are. But how widespread is the use of AI in movie-making? In this episode, Kim breaks open some Hollywood secrets. Sit down with two digital movie professionals who use artificial intelligence every day. In this episode, you’ll learn all about the starring role AI programs play in your favorite films. It goes a lot deeper than you realize. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Hacked accounts and stolen data: What to do when your info is leaked

December 25, 2020 11:00 - 35 minutes - 32.2 MB

Get an inside look into Have I Been Pwned? — one of the best tools at your disposal when it comes to protecting yourself online. It’s the world’s largest database of stolen login information. In this Best Of episode, Kim talks to the man behind it, Troy Hunt, to give you a step-by-step guide on what you can do if your info has been compromised. Don’t miss this deep dive into online security, no IT degree required. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Where the jobs are and the skills you need to find one

December 22, 2020 11:00 - 32 minutes - 15 MB

This year marked a huge shift in the economy, the workforce and the ways we work. Whether you work for someone else or own your own company, you have to know where we’re headed and the skills that will pay the bills in 2021. In this Best Of episode, Kim talks with LinkedIn’s Principal Economist, Dr. Guy Berger. They dive into this changing world to tell you where the jobs are and what you need to know to get one. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Tech Refresh: FTC has questions for Big Tech, goodbye to Flash, top kitchen gadgets

December 18, 2020 11:00 - 32 minutes - 14.7 MB

This week, the team from Komando.com breaks down the FTC order to Big Tech companies and what it could reveal about how your data is used. Plus, it's time to say goodbye to internet icon Adobe Flash, and package and shipping delays are officially here. And Allie pulls out all the stops to fool Mike and Ben in Brand New or Not True. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Inside the Dark Web: Biggest scams to watch for in 2021

December 15, 2020 11:00 - 36 minutes - 16.7 MB

Beneath the internet where you spend time working, playing, streaming and browsing is the Dark Web — where you can buy everything from malware to entire dossiers of personal information for much less than you might imagine. In this podcast, Kim explores the Dark Web, the biggest scams of 2020, and scams on the horizon for 2021 with Etay Maor, Chief Security Officer at IntSights. Find out what you must do to keep your system secure and red flags to watch for. Learn more about your ad choice...

Tech Refresh: Crazy Facebook conspiracy theory, Apple's $550 headphones, vaccine scams

December 11, 2020 11:00 - 32 minutes - 14.8 MB

Allie, Ben and Mike dive into the week in tech news, including a crazy conspiracy theory making the rounds on social media, Apple's shockingly expensive new headphones and a game-changing app from Google. Can Ben fool Allie and Mike in Brand New or Not True? And the inspiring story of an Amazon driver who saved a man's life. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

How music therapy changes lives to creating the perfect playlist

December 08, 2020 11:00 - 48 minutes - 22.5 MB

Think about just how powerful music is. The right song can make you laugh, dance, cry or sing. But did you know music can be deeply healing, too? Music therapy is being used to treat patients with cancer, Parkinson's, MS and Alzheimer's. In this podcast, Kim sits down with Joy Allen, chair of Berklee College of Music's Music Therapy Department. She shares more about the power of song, and you'll learn to come up with the best playlist for where you are in life. Learn more about your ad cho...

Tech Refresh: Costco scam, Amazon Sidewalk and your privacy, cable prices going up

December 04, 2020 11:00 - 31 minutes - 14.3 MB

Black Friday and Cyber Monday are over, and the sales numbers are jaw-dropping. Find out just how much people spent — and the scams shoppers are already seeing. Plus, what's up with Facebook's new $1 billion acquisition, and should you opt-out of Amazon Sidewalk? Short answer: Yes. The team plays Brand New or Not True. Can Allie stump Ben and Mike? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Bonus episode: An hour of The Kim Komando Show

December 01, 2020 11:00 - 40 minutes

Every so often, Kim likes to gift an hour of the national radio show — commercial free and ready to listen to on your schedule. The show airs on more than 400 stations across the U.S. and on demand. Kim dives into all things shopping to help you find the best tech gifts for everyone on your list. From the tech obsessed to the tech-phobic, you'll find just the right present. This is just 1 hour of the 12 hours of quality programming available only to Komando Community members each month. Sign ...

Bonus episode: A free hour of The Kim Komando Show

December 01, 2020 11:00 - 34 minutes - 16 MB

Every so often, Kim likes to gift an hour of the national radio show — commercial free and ready to listen to on your schedule. The show airs on more than 400 stations across the U.S. and on demand. Kim dives into all things shopping to help you find the best tech gifts for everyone on your list. From the tech obsessed to the tech-phobic, you'll find just the right present. This is just 1 hour of the 12 hours of quality programming available only to Komando Community members each month. Si...

Best of: Coping with the pandemic blues

November 27, 2020 11:00 - 35 minutes - 16.4 MB

In this best of episode, Kim sits down with a good friend of the Komando Show, Howard Scott Warshaw. He's notorious for creating what's regarded as the worst video game in history. A little hard on the ego, huh? Well, he's definitely bounced back. Howard and Kim talk about his start at Atari, how he became the therapist for all of Silicon Valley’s movers and shakers, and how to cope with the pandemic blues.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Best of: Get paid for YOUR data

November 26, 2020 11:00 - 35 minutes - 16.5 MB

In this best of episode, Kim chats with author and computer scientist Jaron Lanier — one of the founding fathers of virtual reality — about what it could look like if we truly had control over our info online. You may think advertising runs the internet, but the big data behind it is where the real profits come from. We're being followed all around the internet and tracked where we go through our phones, watches, tablets, cars, smart speakers and a multitude of other devices. If Big Tech can...

Best of: Are self-driving cars safe? It's complicated

November 25, 2020 11:00 - 47 minutes - 21.6 MB

In this best of episode, Kim dives into the world of automated cars. Self-driving cars aren’t some crazy future tech … They’re here now. That raises some questions. Do they actually work? Is it safe? Is it worth 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. Hop in and buckle up. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Tech Refresh: What we're grateful for, smart password tactics and shopping in secret

November 24, 2020 12:00 - 44 minutes - 20.6 MB

In this special episode of Tech Refresh, Kim joins Mike's team in Brand New or Not True. Can Allie, Ben and Cassidy fool them? Plus, the tech getting the Komando team through 2020, PlayStation and Xbox scams and practical ways to manage all those passwords. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Tech Refresh: Amazon Pharmacy, Baby Yoda in space, Gmail pro tips

November 20, 2020 07:02 - 34 minutes - 16 MB

Dive into the week in tech news with Allie, Ben, Cassidy and host Mike. Amazon's online pharmacy is here, but think twice before you order. Plus, Twitter jumps on the stories bandwagon, Baby Yoda climbs aboard a SpaceX ship and Chrome's new update is the biggest performance booster in years. The team talks holiday shopping (have you started yet?) and see if Mike can keep up his winning streak in Brand New or Not True. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Mostly Harmless: The internet mystery of a dead man, the Appalachian Trail, and $3.5K in cash

November 17, 2020 20:44 - 33 minutes - 15.3 MB

Two years ago, hikers found a dead man in a tent. A year before that, he had left his tech job, with no phone or identification, to find peace on the Appalachian Trail. To this day, nobody knows who he is or why he died. In this episode, Kim dives into the mystery that captivated the internet. One day, the man called himself Denim for his jeans; the next, he introduced himself as "Mostly Harmless." This is his story. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Tech Refresh: Virgin Hyperloop's first ride, data breach madness, fake Clorox websites

November 13, 2020 11:00 - 34 minutes - 16 MB

In this episode of Tech Refresh, Allie, Ben, Cassidy and Mike talk Netflix's new TV channel (really!), a $6K camera from Leica, and the never-ending notifications always buzzing and beeping at us. Plus, the latest tricks scammers are using to steal your money and a tribute to the late Alex Trebek. And find out if Mike can finally guess correctly in Brand New or Not True. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices