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Episodes
Is Amazon’s Alexa listening and recording more than you realize?
01 Jun 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Is Alexa spying on you? Your personal voice assistant might be a double agent. It works for you by answering questions and making life easier. She’s...
Russian hacking hits home and the FBI has a mission for you
01 Jun 2018
Contributed by Lukas
The FBI is sounding the warning that we are all at risk of Russian hackers. The cyber attack groups are zeroing in on the router in our homes to use a...
Terms of service killed your privacy
31 May 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Each time you "click here to agree," a piece of your privacy dies. Most of us use smartphones, Facebook, Twitter, Google and dozens of other apps. Eac...
Connected cars are the future of driving
24 May 2018
Contributed by Lukas
As much as we'd like to believe flying cars will be a thing really soon, they won't. It's going to take years before that technology is perfected. Jus...
7 amazing things your smartphone camera can do
23 May 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Your smartphone camera can do much more than take a great picture. It can become a scanner, game system, security system, even translator. Click here ...
Seeing is no longer believing - How video manipulation is becoming the next level of fake news
17 May 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Technology allows you to literally put words in someone else’s mouth. Video manipulation is advancing to a point where even terror attacks and mass ...
7 things you should never do online
16 May 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Most of us use the internet every day. Are you putting much thought into what you are doing? Your online activity can have a dramatic impact on your l...
Crazy tech is coming to us you'll either love or hate
10 May 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...
Politics on Facebook brings out the worst
09 May 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Facebook started as a way to connect people, not as a political pundit. Today it seems like everyone is talking politics on their timelines. Do you wa...
How scientists at the South Pole live
04 May 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Would you live in 6-months of darkness and temperatures more than 100 degrees below zero for your job? In a rare interview, Kim talks with one elite s...
5 Great ways to make money online.
02 May 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Are you looking to get back to work, clear up some debt or find a side job to make extra cash? All you need is an internet connection. It’s quick, i...
Is the Chinese government using smartphones to spy on you?
27 Apr 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Is it protection or paranoia? The head of the FBI has warned that the Chinese government may be spying on U.S. citizens who use smartphones made by Hu...
3 ways to search the web without Google tracking you.
25 Apr 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Google saves your search history and tracks what you click online. If you need a break from the surveillance, you have options. You can use a search e...
Can DNA tests predict your intelligence? - Part 2
19 Apr 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Is it a smart idea to base a child's education on her or his DNA? What if you knew right at birth whether your child would excel at math, science or m...
Can DNA tests predict your intelligence? - Part 1
19 Apr 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Can DNA predetermine your future? Scientists think intelligence can be measured with a simple swab of your saliva. Advanced technology reading the DNA...
5G is coming and it will cost you! What you need to know
12 Apr 2018
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 ...
Netflix and relax with these 7 handy tips for everyone
11 Apr 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Remember the days of going to the store to rent your favorite movie? Then the disappointment when there were no copies available? Netflix sure fixed t...
Facebook's widening privacy scandal affects you like you never imagined possible.
05 Apr 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Facebook's scandal gets worse as more details emerge about how they tracked you like you never knew before. In my podcast, I talk to some of the leadi...
Cambridge Analytica Facebook manipulated us we helped
29 Mar 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Your online privacy is compromised! Cambridge Analytica manipulated you, then harvested your personal data and psychographic profiles through Facebook...
The Dark Web where crime hackers and government co-exist
23 Mar 2018
Contributed by Lukas
There's the internet you probably have never seen. The Dark Web is a hidden network of about 50,000 sites where criminals, hackers, trolls, extremists...
The Dark Web is fascinating and dangerous
23 Mar 2018
Contributed by Lukas
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 t...
Cancer-fighting nanorobots seek and destroy tumors along with other breakthroughs to end cancer
15 Mar 2018
Contributed by Lukas
With the latest in cancer detection technology, your odds of preventing it go up. The more you know about your own DNA, the better chances you have of...
High tech bullet-proof police protection gear that you can get too.
08 Mar 2018
Contributed by Lukas
For every police officer that goes down in the line of fire, hundreds are saved by new technologies in ballistics, body armor, bullet-proof protective...
Cyber-Sniffing K-9s: Man’s best friend, Cybercrime’s worst enemy
01 Mar 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Dog is man’s best friend, but a Device Detection Dog is a cybercriminal’s worst enemy. If you’re stashing illegal data of any kind, a well-train...
Baffled by Bitcoin? Masters of Cryptocurrency explain everything you need to know
22 Feb 2018
Contributed by Lukas
In 2009 Bitcoin sold for a handful of change. Today Bitcoin is worth around $11,000, but it’s been at nearly $18,000. So … bite the bullet or bail...
Foodies on fire, making money by showcasing their cooking skills online.
15 Feb 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Move over cookbooks, now you can find any recipe online and watch everyday people making incredible dishes. These food vloggers have turned their love...
Hearing your way through the evolution of the internet
08 Feb 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Tune your listening skills as you never have before – and actually hear the evolution of technology. The progression of the internet and computers c...
Downsized, free and living life on the open road - Part 2
02 Feb 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Almost 3 years after trading in their home for an RV and selling everything in exchange for a carefree life on the open road, we’re checking in with...
Downsizing for the freedom of the open road - Part 1
31 Jan 2018
Contributed by Lukas
One couple sells everything they have; including the kitchen sink, to travel the highways and byways of the United States. You'll learn from their mis...
Catch the rarest and most breathtaking Super Blue Blood Eclipsed Moon!
25 Jan 2018
Contributed by Lukas
On January 31st, a rare and beautiful astronomical event will take place. The Super Blue Blood Eclipsed Moon will grace our skies. Not only has it cap...
Breaking down the Bitcoin – everything you ever wanted to know but were too afraid to ask
11 Jan 2018
Contributed by Lukas
You’ve probably heard about Bitcoin, but like many, are completely confused by the new digital currency. Bitcoin’s value is soaring, but there are...
Your smart TV is spying on you
05 Jan 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Do you have or did you just get a “smart” TV? Most new models have smart technology, which mean your TV will connect to the Internet. It also mean...
Billionaire innovators: What’s the secret to success in creating the next “it” thing in tech? - Part 1
27 Dec 2017
Contributed by Lukas
So what does it take to invent the next breakthrough in technology? Our world is constantly being shaped by inventors, entrepreneurs and geniuses who ...
How technology is wiping out cancer and heart disease
14 Dec 2017
Contributed by Lukas
Disease elimination in our lifetime? It’s closer now than ever before. Hear the latest about how tech, medical and science communities are zeroing i...
Beware of Barbie! And more of the unsuspecting gadgets that are listening to you in your home!
12 Dec 2017
Contributed by Lukas
Forget privacy! Even if you think your home is a safe haven, the “Internet of Things” is taking over and listening to your every move. Smartphones...
How Star Wars' The Last Jedi is bringing dead actors and new characters to life
07 Dec 2017
Contributed by Lukas
Star Wars’ The Last Jedi takes digital characters to a new innovative level. Learn the secrets directly from the computer engineers and animators wh...
Can your phone cause cancer or ADHD?
30 Nov 2017
Contributed by Lukas
They used to say smoking was not harmful to our health. Today, researchers and doctors are warning about radio frequency radiation, but are we listeni...
Dangers of Making Your House a Smart Home
28 Nov 2017
Contributed by Lukas
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. P...
The fascinating and dangerous Dark Web
24 Nov 2017
Contributed by Lukas
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 t...
How you can save 73% on your grocery bill
21 Nov 2017
Contributed by Lukas
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 los...
Take a trip inside the deep dark web
21 Nov 2017
Contributed by Lukas
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 surpris...
Living the hi-tech life! Are you ready make your home in a city of the future?
16 Nov 2017
Contributed by Lukas
Take a walk through the city of the future – the smart city. These connected cities will have features like self-driving cars, internet-connected ho...
How real is the risk posed by 3-D printed guns?
09 Nov 2017
Contributed by Lukas
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 ...
Are meditation and mindfulness apps solid advice or a silly waste of time?
02 Nov 2017
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...
Technology is revolutionizing the fight against Breast Cancer
26 Oct 2017
Contributed by Lukas
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 bat...
Hackers are not only targeting your computer, they are targeting your body
19 Oct 2017
Contributed by Lukas
Millions of internet-connected medical devices have been sold to Americans over the last few years. Smart medical devices such as insulin pumps, pace...
Cyber Security Awareness Month - The online threats you need to know about now
12 Oct 2017
Contributed by Lukas
Every October has been set aside as National Cyber Security Awareness Month - a public service campaign to educate people about risks to their online ...
Emergency medical tech: The latest devices that could save your life
05 Oct 2017
Contributed by Lukas
Recent news has been a tragic reminder of how fragile life is – hurricanes and acts of terror taking lives and challenging medical responders. The g...
Modern slavery: Model escapes captors who allegedly try to sell her on the Dark Web
29 Sep 2017
Contributed by Lukas
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 mis...
Equifax: Biggest consumer data breach in history
22 Sep 2017
Contributed by Lukas
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 da...
You won’t believe robocallers' latest schemes! Here are ways you can outsmart them
14 Sep 2017
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...
The robot revolution is here – are you ready?
07 Sep 2017
Contributed by Lukas
Robots are among us. They’re in our schools, hospitals, malls, offices and assembly lines. They’re skilled, fast, accurate, and sometimes even fri...
DO NOT donate to Hurricane Harvey charities until you listen to this podcast
30 Aug 2017
Contributed by Lukas
Fake charities and donation scams are on the rise in the aftermath of disasters. Scammers take advantage of public goodwill and steal billions of doll...
You may think you know what time is. Are you right?
23 Aug 2017
Contributed by Lukas
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...
Google: Does it makes us dumb or smarter?
17 Aug 2017
Contributed by Lukas
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 answ...
Solar Eclipse 2017: Expert tips and everything you need to know beyond the dark
15 Aug 2017
Contributed by Lukas
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 exp...
The billion dollar podcast: Success secrets from today’s top tech innovators – Part 2
03 Aug 2017
Contributed by Lukas
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 succes...
The billion dollar podcast: Success secrets from today’s top tech innovators - Part 1
28 Jul 2017
Contributed by Lukas
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 a...
Solar Eclipse 2017: A bright future beyond the dark - Part 2
13 Jul 2017
Contributed by Lukas
On August 21st, people from around the world will join millions of Americans for an unforgettable experience – The Great American Total Solar Eclip...
Total Eclipse 2017: Expert tips and everything you need to know - Part 1
07 Jul 2017
Contributed by Lukas
On August 21st, people from around the world will join millions of Americans for an unforgettable experience: The Great American Total Solar Eclipse. ...
Secret ways to make money on social media
29 Jun 2017
Contributed by Lukas
Social media and websites have not only changed the way we promote ourselves and our business, but it's also changed the way we make money. In this po...
Could eSports outperform football, baseball and basketball?
22 Jun 2017
Contributed by Lukas
Could video game competitions become more popular than the Super Bowl? eSports, as they're called, have such a huge following that TV networks have st...
Finding a sperm donor has become as easy as online shopping
15 Jun 2017
Contributed by Lukas
Imagine swiping left or right on your smartphone to choose your child, or scrolling through Facebook & Craigslist for a sperm donor. Today, non-tradi...
Living the Dream: Money in the Music Stream
07 Jun 2017
Contributed by Lukas
Back in the early years of broadcast, musicians and aspiring talk personalities relied solely on sponsorships and big business to put money in the ban...
One danger every teen faces in technology
01 Jun 2017
Contributed by Lukas
Do you have a teen in your family? This podcast is for you! We will be discussing a serious threat facing our youth in the digital world – teen sext...
Critical advice every entrepreneur needs to know on being successful
25 May 2017
Contributed by Lukas
We are all in some way entrepreneurs: You're the president of your own career, your own life, your own finances, your own health. David Friend, owner ...
Take an intimate tour of a disturbing place -- The Dark Web-Episode 2
09 Mar 2017
Contributed by Lukas
The second part in the series on a world most have only heard about: The Dark Web. We talk to the documentary filmmaker who will surprise you when he ...
Take an intimate tour of a disturbing place - The Dark Web - Episode 1
09 Mar 2017
Contributed by Lukas
The first episode of a two-part series on a world most have only heard about: The Dark Web. We tell the story of an organization that lost its innocen...
How to make money on YouTube
28 Apr 2016
Contributed by Lukas
With just a video camera and internet connection you can star in your own show on the Web. The Queen of Useless Robots and Clintus TV's Clintus McGi...