The Current powered by Kim Komando

Plus, there's a fresh term to catch up on: Artificial General Intelligence, or AGI. Let's unpack it together. Guys, your phone might be doing more than pinging notifications — it could be affecting sperm counts. Stay for the scoop on doorbell cameras and a quick way to tackle those lengthy privacy policies. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Plus, are you a chronic snoozer? Here's why hitting that button isn't as bad as you think. Caller Jeffrey wonders, is it safe to share email addresses through QR codes? Despite rumors, find out why X (formerly Twitter) isn't going away, and the scoop on California canceling GM's self-driving taxi service. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Plus, hear about a man who tattoos his online trolls' faces on himself in a unique payback plot. Do you lurk on your ex’s social profiles? I reveal the science behind why we do it — even if it’s not good for you. Also, Amazon shopping hacks for snagging deals and tips to ace voice typing. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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", and learn which apps are looking in.   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Plus, wonder what really goes down with your car at the mechanic's? I'm talking car cams — could be just the thing you need. I'll also be sharing some tips with June from Knoxville on how to document her past adventures as a police officer. And get this: a really cool plant ID tool. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Plus, pro TikTok tips that you don't want to miss. 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. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Plus, it's almost 2024. I'll be listing my top tech resolutions for this year, and Komando Content Queen Allie joins in! Also, California bans this ultra-weird product from Amazon — and yes, it involves donkeys. Peloton tablet goes obsolete, and I've got five tech holiday road trip tips. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Plus, I chat with Heather Hooks, an online reseller who turned $300 into a $1 million business. Listen to this story for side-hustle inspo! Also, a guy convinced a chatbot to sell him a Chevy Tahoe for $1. Rite Aid gets a five-year AI ban, and a gal makes a cringey laptop discovery.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Plus, I'll be chatting with Brother Tim, the abbot of Livingstone Monastery, about "Five Loaves" — an emergency food pantry that serves over 1,800 families. Also, some great Christmas video call ideas to share with your fam, and how to get snow alerts to your phone!  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Plus, the most dangerous car on the road? It's exactly what you would expect: Tesla. I have the deets on a cheap tool that will spot if a used car has been in an accident. FB post saves a gal's wedding ring, and don't miss these tricks for expert Christmas pics!   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Plus, a video of a cat is laser-beamed 19 million miles into space. That's not all — a guy in London is dubbed "the worst man on the internet" for tattling on bad drivers. Rite Aid gets banned from using facial recognition tech, and we dig into the top misspellings on Google. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Plus, Dr. Ben Goertzel from Prophets of AI created Sophia, the world’s most famous robot. He tells us more about artificial general intelligence (AGI) — the AI that thinks like humans do. There's more: GM says goodbye to Apple CarPlay and surveillance tech to stop drunk drivers.   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Plus, Jen Gomez, a former burglar who served ten years in prison, is now helping others secure their homes. Time to ditch the dating apps? Swiping right can be costly. Also, get the history of Nokia's ringtone and tips on how to prevent your Amazon Echo from ruining the holidays. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Plus, I chat with Stephen Smith of StoryFile. His tech lets you talk to an AI version of someone you love, even after they're gone. I tell you why Google’s new AI search tool is a website builder's worst fear. There's more: decoy numbers to fool scammers and apps listening in.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Plus, ChatGPT's finally got competition — let's dig into Google's Gemini AI. Why aren't foldable phones selling? I'll share some insights. Also, tips to stop blue light from disrupting your sleep and three ways to get discounts without sharing your data. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Plus, don't do this: an author loses a book deal after being accused of sabotaging reviews of other writers. A lady brings a gun into the MRI machine (we'll let you guess what happens). How men can survive the "pumpkin gate" viral trend, and letters from our listener mail! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Plus, Amazon's slashing seller fees to rival Shein, and I look into a pill that tracks your health internally. Quick tip: disable this iPhone feature on FaceTime. I'll also share unspoken email etiquette and clever tech hacks to reduce holiday stress, including how to avoid Amazon spoilers and capture great family photos. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Plus, Mitch from ScanMyPhotos fought credit card giants for 18 years and won. Small-biz owners, he's got tips on claiming your share of a $5.5 billion settlement. Also, ChatGPT's new quirk? It likes big "tips"! Google's top travel spots, and how to check your phone's real battery power.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Plus, Colin from The Markup found Meta's Pixel tracking students on sites they have to use for school. Yep, kids' private info sent to Facebook. Also, the top celebs used for fake news — I got the list. Tips to find spy cams and get snow alerts to your phone. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Plus, I'm hooking Jessica from Illinois up with tips for cheap last-minute flights. Doing some holiday shopping? Here are the top tech gifts this season. Free tool to block online trolls and unique remote jobs. Also, try these Siri/Google voice commands for emergencies! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Plus, Oxford reveals its top word of the year. Do you have "rizz"? There's more — an AI influencer earns $11,000 a month, and there's a new tool that creates songs from any set of lyrics. And, we talk about Google's big Santa search engine issue. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Plus, I'll be helping Fred from Texas with AI-powered tips and tricks for seniors. Discover how Google Maps mistakenly led cars into the desert. The truth about where the U.S. gets its news, why cell reception is getting worse, and how to find any Wi-Fi network's password. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Plus, pilot Jon Kotwicki bought three old (and super huge) planes to turn into Airbnbs. Hear how he did it. Nearly 4,000 car dealers are pleading for delays in EV regulations — here's why. And Airbnb is banking on the solar eclipse, also I'll tell you what the kids want for Christmas.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices