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Hands-On Tech (Audio)

Hands-On Tech (Audio)

Leo Laporte

83 episodesEN-US

Show overview

Hands-On Tech (Audio) has published 83 episodes during 2026. That works out to roughly 25 hours of audio in total. Releases follow a weekly cadence.

Episodes typically run ten to twenty minutes — most land between 14 min and 21 min — though episode length varies meaningfully from one episode to the next. None of the episodes are flagged explicit by the publisher. It is catalogued as a EN-US-language Technology show.

The show is actively publishing — the most recent episode landed 3 days ago, with 83 episodes already out so far this year. Published by Leo Laporte.

Episodes
83
Started
2026
Median length
17 min
Cadence
Weekly

From the publisher

Welcome to Hands-On Tech, where host Mikah Sargent turns tech troubles into tech triumphs. Each episode zooms in on a specific theme, unpacking listener questions with expert analysis and easy-to-follow advice. From decoding the latest gadgets to simplifying everyday tech, Mikah's got you covered. Submit your tech queries through email at [email protected] or via TWiT's social media. You might hear your question answered on air! Whether you're puzzled by privacy settings or curious about cutting-edge innovations, Hands-On Tech is your weekly dose of tech insight and inspiration. Join Mikah every Sunday to hear the show that turns tech confusion into tech confidence! You can join Club TWiT for $10 per month and get ad-free audio and video feeds for all our shows plus everything else the club offers...or get just this podcast ad-free for $5 per month. New episodes every Sunday.

Latest Episodes

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HOT 292: Home Network Setup Advice - Intergrating Two Wi-Fi Systems in Home Network

Nov 8, 202631 min

HOT 291: Internet Cookies - Browser Cookies & Online Privacy

Nov 1, 202626 min

HOT 290: Protecting Yourself From Sim Swapping - Are Text Message Codes Safe?

Oct 25, 202621 min

HOT 289: Understanding Email Tracking Pixels - Are Tracking Pixels in Emails Real?

Oct 18, 202617 min

HOT 288: Understanding What IP68 Means - Is Your Device Truly Water Resistant?

Oct 11, 202621 min

HOT 287: Are There Risks to Scanning QR Codes? - The Security Concerns Behind Scanning a QR Code

Oct 4, 20260

HOT 287: Are There Risks to Scanning QR Codes? - The Security Concerns Behind Scanning a QR Code

Oct 4, 202615 min

HOT 286: Shutting Down vs. Restarting Your Windows PC - Windows Fast Startup

Sep 27, 202624 min

HOT 286: Shutting Down vs. Restarting Your Windows PC - Windows Fast Startup

Sep 27, 202624 min

HOT 285: Are My AI Chatbot Conversations Private? - The Risks Of Sharing Information with AI Chatbots

Sep 20, 202617 min

HOT 285: Are My AI Chatbot Conversations Private? - The Risks Of Sharing Information with AI Chatbots

Sep 20, 202617 min

HOT 285: Are My AI Chatbot Conversations Private? - The Risks Of Sharing Information with AI Chatbots

Sep 20, 202617 min

HOT 284: Understanding How to Recover Deleted Files - Can You Recover Deleted Files?

Sep 13, 202616 min

HOT 284: Understanding How to Recover Deleted Files - Can You Recover Deleted Files?

Sep 13, 202616 min

HOT 284: Understanding How to Recover Deleted Files - Can You Recover Deleted Files?

Sep 13, 202616 min

HOT 283: Is Airplane Mode Necessary? - The Truth About Airplane Mode

Sep 6, 202613 min

HOT 283: Is Airplane Mode Necessary? - The Truth About Airplane Mode

Sep 6, 202613 min

HOT 283: Is Airplane Mode Necessary? - The Truth About Airplane Mode

Sep 6, 202613 min

HOT 282: Why Does Every Gadget Need an App and an Account Now? - Why Your Appliance Wants Your Email

Aug 30, 202613 min

HOT 282: Why Does Every Gadget Need an App and an Account Now? - Why Your Appliance Wants Your Email

Aug 30, 202613 min