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Why YouTube's problem with child predators is hard to fix

06 Jun 2019

Contributed by Lukas

There is a disturbing movement on YouTube that targets young children. Renowned psychologist Dr. Christine Davidson joins Kim Komando to talk about El...

Tech stops high-speed chases-Get EDNA out of your car-Grow your social media following

31 May 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Will technology finally put a stop to lethal high-speed car chases? Is your car holding onto information that you might not want to share with others?...

Spying smart speakers -- Ads for anvils -- Using social media to grow a business

23 May 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Are smart speakers spying on you? Is your smartphone targeting your ads based on your calls? Can you grow your business just by using social media? Li...

Getting online overseas -- Funny sign goes viral on social media -- Alternatives to Gmail

17 May 2019

Contributed by Lukas

If you travel overseas and you need to get online, would you know what to do? Have you ever seen a road sign that made you laugh out loud? And wha...

Ransomware taking more hostages

10 May 2019

Contributed by Lukas

The U.S. government’s Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency describes ransomware is a type of malware designed to deny access to a comput...

Can your smartphone cause cancer or ADHD?

03 May 2019

Contributed by Lukas

How many hours a day do you use your cellphone? How many wireless devices are in your home? Those devices emit radio frequency radiation. Scientists c...

Technology helps lost cameras go home

27 Apr 2019

Contributed by Lukas

If you've ever lost anything of sentimental value, you'll relate to the stories in this podcast. You'll hear tales of lost cameras and valuable photos...

Who's spying on you?

13 Apr 2019

Contributed by Lukas

There was a time when tiny cameras brought to mind images of James Bond. But these cameras are now available to anyone who can afford them. And they a...

Ex-director of FBI, CIA takes on a phone scammer

12 Apr 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Robocalls and phone scammers are getting worse. Most are merely annoying but some can be terrifying, like the scammer who threatened to kill Lynda and...

New list: Worst companies for data privacy

10 Apr 2019

Contributed by Lukas

A Texas-based tech company launched a new system that rates websites that collect your personal data. They've recently published their "data privacy m...

Social media tracks your every online move

06 Apr 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Did you know there’s a link between liking curly fries and your intelligence? According to social media algorithms there is. When you click a link, ...

How clinical trials can help beat cancer

05 Apr 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Clinical trials help doctors test medications on real patients. Successful clinical trials have helped patients beat cancer and added more years of qu...

Break through the noise and market your business on social media

03 Apr 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Whether you work for a Fortune 500 company, a small mom-and-pop shop, or act as a "solo-preneur," you need to market your business online. With so man...

To 'Digital Nomads' the world is their office

30 Mar 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Imagine ridding yourself of all but the most essential items to travel and live around the world, while still running a business. Digital devices make...

Apps and safety tips from an online dating pro: ‘Stop with the bathroom selfies’

29 Mar 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Online dating expert and ghostwriter Meredith Golden, the founder of SpoonMeetSpoon.com, offers tips to choose the best dating apps that fit your life...

'AI is like fire' — and it's spreading

27 Mar 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Yep, those sci-fi movies and shows like "Blade Runner" and "Westworld" about robots imbued with enough A.I. to make them seem human are developing at ...

DIY DNA: Are the results accurate?

22 Mar 2019

Contributed by Lukas

As many as 26 million people may have taken an at-home DNA test. If you're thinking of taking one, you have to prepare yourself for the results. You m...

Don't (completely) fear the tax man

20 Mar 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Tax season is scary, especially this year with the new codes. Meet accountant Howell Cheek with Sigrist, Cheek, Potter & Huyser who can talk about the...

Cyberwar: How the U.S. is under attack right now

15 Mar 2019

Contributed by Lukas

In today’s quickly changing world, war is no longer defined by bullets, bombs, and bloodshed. There isn’t even an enemy you can always identify. I...

Are robots taking over pilots' jobs?

13 Mar 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Consider this: A robot might be flying your next flight home. Will you want to be on that flight? We talk to Jeremy Straub, Assistant Professor in the...

Is YouTube promoting sex, drugs and violence to your kids?

08 Mar 2019

Contributed by Lukas

There is a disturbing movement on YouTube that targets young children. Renowned psychologist Dr. Christine Davidson joins Kim Komando to talk about El...

Want a smart home? Try these expert tricks

05 Mar 2019

Contributed by Lukas

You've decided to upgrade your home to a smart home but, where do you start? Should you use an Amazon Alexa, Google Home or Apple Home Pod to connect ...

Facebook's fake-news fact-check fail

01 Mar 2019

Contributed by Lukas

What’s real? What’s fake? Facebook’s AI algorithms can’t answer these questions, so it hired outside firms to do it. These human “content mo...

Digital smell technology could mean sending odors through virtual reality and the internet

27 Feb 2019

Contributed by Lukas

What if you could smell any odor during a movie you’re watching? Technology has focused on our sense of sight and sound. But what if you can sense, ...

"Internet of things" connected cars will invade your privacy

22 Feb 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Cars have become part of the "internet of things." They are connected to our devices, the internet as well as big tech companies. Car makers are takin...

3 things that every Apple fan needs to know

20 Feb 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Every year we wait in anticipation to hear what new Apple products are coming. We talk to expert Rob Walch with Libsyn about the latest Apple rumor mi...

New radiation treatments give cancer patients a second chance at life

15 Feb 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Being diagnosed with cancer is one of the scariest things that can happen to a person. Thankfully, radiation treatments have come a long way. We talk ...

Privacy and data protection in the "internet of things" age

13 Feb 2019

Contributed by Lukas

The "things" in the internet of things are getting smarter: We have smartphones, smart light bulbs, smart appliances, smartwatches -- all connected th...

How downsizing brought a couple closer together than ever

08 Feb 2019

Contributed by Lukas

After retirement, Hal and Jackie decided to downsize, live in an RV and travel the country. What started out as a fun idea became a new lifestyle and ...

Dark Web crimes: Catching father-daughter drug dealers

06 Feb 2019

Contributed by Lukas

We take a peek into the Dark Web, where people can hire hitmen, buy poison and hack your computer. Criminals lurk within the dark alleyways of the int...

Can you get cancer from what you eat?

31 Jan 2019

Contributed by Lukas

What’s in your gut? We have been hearing so much about gut bacteria. Recent innovations in DNA research have helped doctors uncover the link between...

Best apps to manage what you watch on TV

30 Jan 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Streaming services have completely changed the way we watch TV. Long gone are the days when new programs launch in the fall, run for 22 weeks, wrap in...

Time travel the internet with Wayback and Internet Archive founder

25 Jan 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Join Kim as she talks with Brewster Kahle, founder of the Wayback Machine and Archive.org, a free online digital library that has been archiving web p...

Best Google search alternatives

23 Jan 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Google has become the go to search site but have you ever googled a word only to be bombarded by targeted ads and links that had nothing to do with yo...

Make 30% more in revenue using this secret strategy

18 Jan 2019

Contributed by Lukas

We are all familiar with online display ads. They are those ads that jump at you when you are browsing a website. What you may not know, is how these ...

Apps that are tracking you and stealing your data

16 Jan 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Have you ever had an app ask you to access your phone's location? How about the app that wants access to your smartphone camera and contact list. It h...

Morning routines of the super successful

11 Jan 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Do you know what the main key ingredient to success is? Habit! Get ready for some truly life-changing stories and tips from highly motivated movers an...

The rare and amazing events happening in space in 2019

09 Jan 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Solar & lunar eclipses, planetary flybys, and other rare events in space are making 2019 the year to look skyward. In this episode of Komando on Deman...

The tech that didn't make it to 2019

04 Jan 2019

Contributed by Lukas

2018 was an interesting year for tech. Between anxiety-inducing social network breaches and new forensic DNA databases to buggy mobile devices and kil...

What you need to know about the 5G revolution

02 Jan 2019

Contributed by Lukas

The future may get here faster than we think, as the world races toward 5G wireless technology. 5G will be faster, revolutionary and could even fight ...

How the MP3 player revolutionized the world

28 Dec 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Vinyl records, cassettes, and CDs were once the staple for listening to music. Then, the invention of the MP3 player revolutionized the portable music...

Can your smartphone really cause cancer or ADHD?

26 Dec 2018

Contributed by Lukas

They used to say smoking wasn't harmful to our health. Today, researchers and doctors are warning about radio frequency radiation which comes from our...

How to avoid work-at-home scams and make money with legitimate jobs

21 Dec 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Have you ever wanted to work a side job to make a little extra money from home? Maybe you've dreamed of leaving your current job to work full time fro...

The Apple Watch Series 4 can detect A-Fib and save your life

14 Dec 2018

Contributed by Lukas

The Apple Watch was built with the intention of being a health and fitness gadget. Most wearable devices can take our pulse and measure our blood pres...

Can meditation apps really help your body, mind and spirit? Here’s the science.

12 Dec 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Trouble sleeping? Anxious? Depressed? You’re not alone. What if the relief you needed was right at your fingertips? Mobile meditation apps have been...

Back from the dead - Hollywood spends major cash to resurrect entertainers for movies and concerts

07 Dec 2018

Contributed by Lukas

The entertainment industry is spending millions to resurrect dead celebrities using sophisticated digital technology that will ensure that iconic figu...

How does Google impact your intellect?

04 Dec 2018

Contributed by Lukas

How often do you turn to the internet for answers about health concerns, creating travel plans, where to eat, and directions to get there? If your ans...

Forensic genealogy - From finding a blood relative to solving a shocking crime

30 Nov 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Forensic DNA analysis has been used by law enforcement for years to help solve some of the biggest crimes. But with the rise of DNA analysis and foren...

Go inside the world of child sex trafficking, abduction, and hate group recruiting

28 Nov 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Kids run away in search of love only to be held captive by sex traffickers, hate groups, and terrorists. Every 40 seconds, a child goes missing in the...

The technology that will shape our future

21 Nov 2018

Contributed by Lukas

How will technology shape our future? There is no doubt that automation will evolve and life will change. Technology will have a profound effect on wh...

How virtual reality is making us smarter, faster, and more efficient

20 Nov 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Though most commonly used for playing games, there are so many more productive aspects to virtual reality and augmented reality that you may not be aw...

The best Black Friday and Cyber Monday deals on 4K TVs, computers, smartphones, smart speakers, and more

16 Nov 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Shopping on Black Friday and Cyber Monday means getting the best deals on the latest tech like laptops, televisions, tablets, smartphones, and so much...

Medical device hacking and the vulnerability of connected medical devices

14 Nov 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Hacked medical devices are quickly becoming a top security threat. From pacemakers to hospital equipment, anything that connects wirelessly can be com...

Tired of the TSA lines? Airport tech is the wave of the future

09 Nov 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Are you dreading holiday travel this year? From mile-long security lines to taking off shoes and going through humiliating security scanners, holiday ...

How to make millions by playing video games

06 Nov 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Want to make a living playing video games? You can possibly make thousands or even millions, but it’s not easy money. Esports is now a proven career...

Who’s watching you? The threat of hidden cameras in the digital age

02 Nov 2018

Contributed by Lukas

In this digital age, hidden surveillance is everywhere and if you've ever felt watched in the past, odds are you probably were. From Airbnb to a house...

Apple iOS 12 and what you need to know about Apple's latest operating system

29 Oct 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Whether you are buying a new iPhone XS, XR, or XS Max or you are upgrading the system on your current iPhone, there are a lot of new features to Apple...

How to earn extra cash selling your domain name

26 Oct 2018

Contributed by Lukas

You've probably heard of flipping real estate and on the web, a domain name is a piece of digital real estate. Good website names are in high demand a...

Are employees getting microchip implants for convenience and security?

24 Oct 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Microchip implants are starting to increase in popularity, especially for employers microchipping their employees. But, is this the next step toward a...

Cancer: How DNA detectives are cracking the case against the world’s most perplexing killer

19 Oct 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Unexplained cancer outbreaks are happening around the world. But here’s the mystery – why is the epidemic striking certain parts of the world, whi...

Can the government protect your online privacy?

17 Oct 2018

Contributed by Lukas

It's Cyber Security Awareness Month, and whether it's a data leak or a data breach, it seems that your private information is getting passed around ev...

Generation Deceived: The tech behind fake news

12 Oct 2018

Contributed by Lukas

It seems like every time we fire up the computer, we are bombarded with doctored images, fake videos, false accusations, and outright lies. In this ep...

How to take advantage of the Gig Economy

10 Oct 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Looking for a way to make some extra money but find your time is limited? Many employers don't want to go through the hassle of hiring employees but s...

Why businesses are leaving Facebook in droves

05 Oct 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Businesses are leaving Facebook in droves, but not for the reasons you may think. In this episode of Komando on Demand, you'll find out why Kim Komand...

Location technology and GPS systems are tracking your every move

02 Oct 2018

Contributed by Lukas

It's a fact that if you own a cellphone, you're being tracked. But have you ever wondered who is tracking you and how much they can actually see? In t...

Tech clues to catch a killer - Part 2

28 Sep 2018

Contributed by Lukas

You may or may not have heard of Kimberly Proctor, a teenage girl who was brutally murdered by 2 young boys. Following a trail of digital clues like t...

The inside scoop on Amazon Go, the cashierless stores

26 Sep 2018

Contributed by Lukas

What if you could go into a store, grab what you want and leave? No lines, no waiting, no… cashiers? In this episode of Komando on Demand, Kim looks...

Tech clues to catch a killer - Part 1

21 Sep 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Gaming expert or mass murderer? In many cases, the two are closely linked. With public shootings on the rise, you need to know the clues in technology...

Epidemic on the rise: The dangers of texting and distracted driving

19 Sep 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Each time you hop in your car you're taking your life in your hand. Do you realize how distracted other drivers are around you? Seconds are all it tak...

Millennials in the workforce

15 Sep 2018

Contributed by Lukas

With more and more Millennials immersed into the workforce, changes are happening. Their wants and needs are different from previous generations. In t...

Is your phone safe? Hackers can easily hijack it and steal your information

14 Sep 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Your phone is your most prized possession, making it the most vulnerable security risk you own. Did you know that hackers are able to access nearly al...

Technology to bust a cheating spouse

12 Sep 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Late nights at work, texting more often and other suspicious behaviors from a spouse are tell tale signs that they might be cheating. Is it an affair ...

Proton Therapy - Killing cancer using tiny particle technology

07 Sep 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Radiation treatment for cancer is very hard on patients. But now, doctors are using a powerful technological treatment that targets just the cancer ce...

Best streaming services and how to watch your favorite football games

05 Sep 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Video streaming services can help you cut the cord and save a ton of money every month. You can stream content on your schedule as well as choose what...

How to restore a ruined online reputation from the ground up

30 Aug 2018

Contributed by Lukas

What if a complete stranger, or worse yet someone you know and trust, decides to ruin your life? How easy would it be for them to destroy your career,...

Education, technology and free perks you never expected to get at your local library

29 Aug 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Where can you go to gain access to technology, workspace, educational materials, entertainment, and even help getting a job? Your local library offers...

How Facebook and Instagram keep you hooked and clicking

24 Aug 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Social media is at the center of everyone's day. We seem to gravitate towards checking our Facebook account or posting that picture on Instagram, read...

Smart home devices that pamper, cook, clean, and spoil you

22 Aug 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Are you a morning person? Well, your day’s about to get a lot more exciting with some brand new technology. In this episode of Komando on Demand, Ki...

Virtual personal assistants that will crack you up

17 Aug 2018

Contributed by Lukas

In the mood for a good laugh? You won't believe the latest easter eggs, jokes and jabs from Cortana, Siri, Google Home, Apple HomePod and Amazon Alexa...

Success secrets: How to build your business from the ground up

15 Aug 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Success comes in many forms. From humble beginnings to top leader in his industry, this podcast takes you through the story of Dan Granger, CEO of the...

How to outsmart hackers and scammers when you travel

09 Aug 2018

Contributed by Lukas

You go on vacation to escape. But one thing you can’t escape is the danger of being hacked, scammed or tracked - and as a traveler, you’re a prime...

How the power grid can go down from a cyberattack

08 Aug 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Is this a frightening Hollywood movie plot? A weaponized cyberattack can quickly take down critical utilities and infrastructures like the electrical ...

Hi-tech farms: Is automated technology replacing farmers?

02 Aug 2018

Contributed by Lukas

When you think about farms and ranches, what comes to mind? You’ll be surprised to know just how hi-tech they have become. Drones, self-driving trac...

Critical steps to secure online banking

01 Aug 2018

Contributed by Lukas

As convenient as online banking is, it’s important not to get too comfortable. There is no security guard standing watch over your online transactio...

Smile! Surveillance cameras are always watching you

27 Jul 2018

Contributed by Lukas

We don’t notice surveillance cameras watching us anymore. They’re everywhere! But what if your spouse was suddenly able to watch you cross the str...

The billion dollar podcast: Success secrets from today’s top tech innovators

25 Jul 2018

Contributed by Lukas

What it takes to invent the next breakthrough in technology is an idea, innovation, and the courage to ignore the naysayers. You’ll hear success sec...

U.S. to deploy border protection tech used for rhinos in Africa

19 Jul 2018

Contributed by Lukas

What do protecting rhinos and our border have in common? Black market and violence. In an effort to stop these criminal activities, advanced technolog...

Are we alone? How technology is used to find alien life

17 Jul 2018

Contributed by Lukas

The nation's top scientists believe there is intelligent life outside our solar system. They point to the numbers and pure science. Kim talks to Senio...

AI’s human voices sound a little too real for many

13 Jul 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Can you tell the difference between computer-generated voices vs. human voices? Voice used to be a human attribute. Not anymore! AI can duplicate virt...

10 hot technologies that are now extinct

12 Jul 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Much common 20th-century technology has been rendered obsolete. Let's take a look back at the tech we couldn't live without and learn what’s replaci...

Cyberwar is coming and the Russians are leading the way

06 Jul 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Almost 3 years ago Russia dropped a cyber-bomb on Ukraine, hacking energy companies and wiping out power to hundreds of thousands. Government security...

Bionic hearing and wearable technology are about to save your life

03 Jul 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Implanted or wearable, new technology is making your life easier and healthier. It not only improves your life, it will even save it! In this Komando ...

What is Exactis -- and how did it leak the data of nearly every American

29 Jun 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Data broker Exactis tracks about 400 traits on every American. That information is now out in the wild. A hacker can drain your bank account using you...

Virtual reality is about to change the world like never before

27 Jun 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Though most commonly used for playing games, there are so many more productive aspects to virtual reality and augmented reality that you may not be aw...

Smell technology is coming to VR and online shopping

22 Jun 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Most technology has so far targeted mainly our sense of sight and sound. Soon, we may be able to sense, transmit, and receive smell through the intern...

New ways crooks are using ATMs to empty your bank account

20 Jun 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Anytime you swipe your credit or debit card, you are putting your money at risk. Hackers and scammers have gotten more sophisticated. In this free Kom...

The dangers posed by artificial intelligence are real

15 Jun 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Will we create a super-intelligent AI and forget to give it a conscience? How far is too far when it comes to AI? Listen to this free Komando on Deman...

Podcasting insider tricks from a top media buyer’s perspective

13 Jun 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Podcasting is exploding. It’s expected to be a billion-dollar industry within 5 years. In this Komando on Demand podcast, Kim speaks with the head o...

How to recognize this wild new robocall scheme

07 Jun 2018

Contributed by Lukas

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 th...

Scary! Hidden cameras are a vacationer's privacy nightmare

05 Jun 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Ever get the feeling you’re being watched? More and more vacationers are discovering hidden cameras in their rentals or hotel rooms, and you won’t...