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Star Wars’ The Last Jedi takes digital characters to a new innovative level. Learn the secrets directly from the computer engineers and animators who are bringing the characters to life. You’ll never look at Star Wars’ the same way again.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

They used to say smoking was not harmful to our health. Today, researchers and doctors are warning about radio frequency radiation, but are we listening? Don’t miss this Komando On Demand FREE podcast as I talk to the researchers behind the film “Generation Zapped,” an eye-opening documentary about the health risks caused by RF frequencies. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adch...

What new “smart” gadgets will be under your tree this year? Smart TVs, refrigerators and more sure can make our lives easier and more enjoyable. Pretty soon everything in our home will use smart technology. As exciting as it is, there are dangers you need to be aware of. From the archives of Komando on demand, Kim talks about the warning signs as technology takes over! Learn more about your ad cho...

Part 2 of our series on The Dark Web. It’s a fascinating and dangerous place, but as public intrigue grows, so does the number of horrific stories that emerge from this misunderstood corner of the internet. In this Komando on Demand podcast, I’ll explain how this modern technology is enabling modern slavery and I’ll talk to the freedom fighters who bring cyber criminals to justice Learn more about...

Get ready to save. In this Komando On Demand FREE podcast, I talk to a savvy shopper who is forced to get creative with finances after her husband loses his job. How she saves $11,000 on a $15,000 yearly grocery bill. Listen to my Komando On Demand FREE podcast to hear how you can do the same! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit me...

In part one of a two part series on a disturbing place most have only heard about. The Dark Web. We talk to the documentary filmmaker who will surprise you when he says the media has gotten it all wrong. Listen to my Komando On Demand FREE podcast to hear why he says the Dark Web is not what you think. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices....

Take a walk through the city of the future – the smart city. These connected cities will have features like self-driving cars, internet-connected homes, sustainable power and more. But will the smart city be bright and shiny, full of robots and tech or dark and gloomy. In this Komando on Demand podcast, I will explore the city of the future and talk to the experts who are building the tech that wi...

Cody Wilson is out to disrupt the firearm industry by implementing some of the coolest tech around - 3-D printers. But will his idea of giving anyone with a computer and an internet connection the ability to manufacture a weapon a good idea? For better or worse, technology will undoubtedly play a role in the future of weaponry - and accountability. In this Komando On Demand podcast, I will explore...

Trouble sleeping? Anxious? Depressed? You’re not alone. What if the relief you needed was right at your fingertips? Mobile meditation apps have been popping up and many are turning to them for relief. But are they really worthwhile and effective? In this Komando On Demand podcast, I will share some valuable insight to decide whether these apps are worth checking out - and why. Learn more about you...

Everyone from nurses to NFL players wear pink in honor of Breast Cancer Awareness. In this Komando on Demand podcast, I’ll talk to two women who battled this deadly disease and explore the new technologies that are saving women’s lives. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Millions of internet-connected medical devices have been sold to Americans over the last few years. Smart medical devices such as insulin pumps, pacemakers, syringes, and defibrillators help save patients’ lives. But many of those devices have little to no digital security, making them tempting targets for hackers. In this Komando on Demand podcast, I’ll explain why hackers are targeting these dev...

Every October has been set aside as National Cyber Security Awareness Month - a public service campaign to educate people about risks to their online privacy. This year's campaign is especially pressing with the recent cyberattacks on Equifax, the DNC and more. Cyber security awareness is at an all-time high. In this Komando on Demand podcast, I’ll tell you about major online threats that you need...

Recent news has been a tragic reminder of how fragile life is – hurricanes and acts of terror taking lives and challenging medical responders. The good news is, better and faster medical technology is emerging, such as devices to stop massive bleeding to trackers for babies and Alzheimer’s patients. In this Komando on Demand podcast, I’ll talk to the experts who are hard at work developing tech to...

The Dark Web. It’s a fascinating and dangerous place, but as public intrigue grows, so does the number of horrific stories that emerge from this misunderstood corner of the internet. One such story is the traumatic nightmare that British model, Chloe Ayling claims she went through when she was kidnapped and sold online. In this Komando on Demand podcast, I’ll explain how this modern technology is...

By now you’ve heard about the massive security hack at the credit reporting firm, Equifax. So, how and WHY did half of all American’s sensitive data fall victim to this breach? In this Komando on Demand podcast, we’ll explore the weakness in Equifax’s security protocols, and find out if the hack could have been avoided. Also, why did two of the firm’s top executives sell their Equifax stock before...

You’ve heard them – the annoying robotic calls that try to scam you with free vacations or false threats from the IRS. In fact, it is estimated that scammers make 2.5 billion robocalls in one month alone. This poses a very real risk to consumers as it gets harder to identify and avoid malicious automated calls. In this Komando on Demand podcast, you’ll learn how to protect yourself and your family...

Robots are among us. They’re in our schools, hospitals, malls, offices and assembly lines. They’re skilled, fast, accurate, and sometimes even friendly. But are these digital beings only here to help or should we watch out for them? In this Komando on Demand podcast, experts in AI creation and robot ethics will tell you all you need to know about Artificial Intelligence and the future of robots in...

Fake charities and donation scams are on the rise in the aftermath of disasters. Scammers take advantage of public goodwill and steal billions of dollars from people who want to help. In this Komando on Demand podcast, I’ll tell you how to protect yourself and your loved ones from these crooks, while still providing aid to those in need. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoic...

What time is it? Did you know that people around the globe work day and night trying to define time? In this Komando on Demand podcast, I’ll explore the quirky aspects of a leap-year, and why the experts are arguing about a simple second. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

How often do you turn to your device for answers about health concerns, creating travel plans, where to eat, and directions to get there? If your answer is "All the time" you're not alone. But could our dependence on tech be inhibiting us from thinking critically and making decisions? While the jury is out about whether or not our tech is really dumbing us down, there might be some evidence that w...

Join us for this encore presentation of my Komando on Demand series about the once-in-a-lifetime cosmic event. In this podcast, you’ll hear from experts about cool eclipse facts and viewing tips. Plus, we’ll delve deeper into science, technology and astrophysics, and how, together, they help discover possible alternate realities, hidden matter, mysteries of time and light and possibly habitable pl...

In part 2 of this Komando On Demand series, you heard that high profile people initially laughed at the idea of the iPhone, which is now wildly successful. Such is the tale of many of our world’s brightest ideas. In this final part of the Billion Dollar Podcast, I will introduce you to pioneers and entrepreneurs who didn’t get their big break until their 50s and 60s. Listen to my free podcast for...

In part 1 of this Komando On Demand podcast series, you’ll hear success secrets from today’s top innovators and visionaries and get a sneak peek at what’s brewing in the think tanks of tomorrow. Join us next week for more wisdom from today’s tech stars. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On August 21st, people from around the world will join millions of Americans for an unforgettable experience – The Great American Total Solar Eclipse. In Part 1 of this Komando on Demand series, you heard from experts about cool eclipse facts and viewing tips. In Part 2, we delve deeper into science, technology and astrophysics, and how, together, they help discover possible alternate realities, h...

On August 21st, people from around the world will join millions of Americans for an unforgettable experience: The Great American Total Solar Eclipse. Spectators will see the sun disappear behind the moon revealing streams of light around the moon's silhouette. If you are planning to watch it live, host a viewing party, or simply stream it online, these tips are for you. Learn more about your ad ch...