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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

Plus, Dakota Williams from Colorado found hidden cameras in her rental's smoke detectors. She's here to tell her story. I reveal the most data-hungry shopping apps. And, a look at why people are turning to Duolingo and Yelp to find love. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Plus, too much phone time could be bad for your marriage. Bad news: Here’s how much your social media logins cost on the Dark Web. Also, how selfies could be a health risk and what's up with AI hallucinations. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Plus, find out who's the world's most photographed person (Hint: it's not Kim Kardashian). Backlash against Google Maps' new look, how to spot "typosquatting" against your business, restaurants' sneaky use of dating apps, and a quick iPhone trick. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Plus, did you get suspended from X ? I share my expert advice for a caller who has. Take a look at a 911 app that lets first responders peek at the scene before they arrive. Chatbot fortune tellers are edging out the human competition, and don't miss Walmart's game-changing AR furniture app. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Plus, concerned about ChatGPT scraping your data? I'll show you how to stop it. Also, people are finding creative ways to earn money by renting out their Starlink satellites. Don't miss Google's latest gadgets, opportunities to earn money with your car, and tech travel tips you'll use repeatedly. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Plus, Angela Laws has traveled the world for free — thanks to a house-sitting app. I talked to her about how you can do this, too. An herbal supplement sold online is killing people, gas tanks versus EV chargers and how to remove personal info from Google. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Plus, is AI going to take your job? About 25% of American careers are on the line. A caller's mom is drowning in scam texts, but I've got the remedy. Turn it on and off again? Solve tech issues with restarting. Find out how to remove location data before sharing photos. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Plus, we have a special guest: cybersecurity guru Ricoh Danielson, who will tell us about his latest cases. Also, how a one-star Google review solved the mystery of a fatal hit-and-run. Tricks to speed up your PC, and reasons why you should start using your tablet. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Plus, Old Man Steve is a TikTok pro. He's 85 years old and has nearly 2 million followers. People love watching him sip coffee and, yes, rock a pretty cool hat — I talk to him. A driver saved by an iPhone, the ins and outs of Amazon warranties, and AI stepping in as weathermen. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Plus, following a heart attack and triple bypass in 2020, Billy Smith bought an Apple Watch. It sparked a passion for running. He's now conquering marathons. Meanwhile, 100% of people house hunt online, streaming has hidden costs, and private mode isn't truly private. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Plus, Gary Larock needed a kidney, so his family turned to Facebook. A stranger, Cecelia Hendee, saw it and stepped in with a life-changing decision. Apple is opening up to Android messaging, and the Feds want to monitor your car. Also, affordable home mesh Wi-Fi systems. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Plus, Tony is a pro photographer. He has 53 years worth of pics and no way to organize them. I help sort things out. Humane's AI-powered pin looks to beat the iPhone, but will it win? How to check traffic before you drive, and the best charging cords that don't break the bank. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Plus, what your social media credentials fetch on the dark web. Get a sneak peek at your coworker's Google calendar. With the holidays looming, we spotlight top scams to dodge. And, insights into YouTube's AI strategy and a quick fix for editing PDFs Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Plus, Joseph Cox from 404 Media looks into how U.S. police are using Fusus, an AI-powered surveillance tool for scanning license plates and more. Also, why ads are everywhere, AI in legal negotiations, and a hidden list showing apps that eavesdrop. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Plus, Patti's facing a tech nightmare. The IT guy she hired turned against her, hacking her online life and controlling her tech. I help her fight back. Also, a look at Waze's new crash hotspot alerts, Elon Musk's spicy chatbot, and the emergency cash you should keep on hand. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Plus, Graham Cochrane is a side-hustle whiz. After a job loss in 2009, he now pulls in $160K/month from two businesses in passive income — and he shares how he did it. Also, Citibank wants you to stop getting paper bills and what to do if your laptop gets stolen. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Plus, Will Kemper is a third-gen farmer from Indiana. He's looking to automate some of his farm work, and I've got some tips. What should you do if your EV catches fire? It's not what you'd expect. How to sell the stuff in your closet, and the trick to wiping location data from pics. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Plus, do you give your devices an update? Meet people who don't, and the risks they take. The holidays are almost here — we'll show you the tech to get and what to skip this November. Hear Johnny Cash cover Taylor Swift, thanks to AI. Also, a cool, easy trick for your Apple Watch. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Plus, I'm talking to Professor Scott Galloway about his views that Gen Z should be educated on mating dynamics — especially with sexbots on the rise. I’ll also show you how to spot phony retail sites, introduce a woman who turns her dating app matches into music, and highlight ChatGPT Plus's new file analysis tool. Don't miss out. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Plus, TikTok's Jacob Knowles shares his journey from lobsterman to social media star. I've got the lowdown on Apple's "Scary Fast" event. Boston Dynamics' robotic dog now serves as a talking tour guide, courtesy of ChatGPT, and hackers crack a $200 million Bitcoin puzzle. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Plus, there's a new term you need to know: Artificial General Intelligence, or AGI. I'm here to decode it for you. Men, did you know your phone might be messing with more than just your notifications? Yep, we're talking sperm counts. Stick around for the lowdown on doorbell cams, and a shortcut to whip through those long 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, is talking with AirPods on considered rude? We talk about it. Apple's new marketing campaign has an unlikely star: a throat singer. Google introduces .ing domains — expect some odd new websites. Ways to trace your photos across the web, and how to take care of your cords. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Plus, ever wondered about tech giants’ biggest flops? Allie hops on the show to give us a rundown. Cathay from Seattle is having a rough go sorting through her late father's 15 computers — I share some ways to ease her journey. Peek into the data your car collects on you, and the undercover map tracking your moves. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Plus, over 2,600 police and nearly 600 fire departments are partnered with Amazon's Ring. Lam Thuy Vo, data journalist at The Markup, digs into what Ring users share with authorities. Also, Motorola unveils a bendy phone that morphs into a bracelet and signs your TV might be eavesdropping. And listen up for ways to never miss important emails! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Plus, thousands watch YouTuber Brian Christopher win (or lose) big on slots. I talk to him about how he's turned this into a big business. All the deets on Hyundai's anti-theft tech update. Get tips to boost your phone's battery and snag Amazon deals. And meet iPad winner Ross — he got 100+ referrals to our newsletter, and shares his secret! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Plus, Regina's boss wants her to download an app on her personal phone. It's either that or lose her job — I offer her some advice. Also, I list the biggest scams going around this season. Tesla's issues just keep growing, Apple fights the right to repair, and a peek at what you’re really sharing with your home listing. 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, Daniel Belquer, the "Chief Vibrational Officer" of Music: Not Impossible, shares the story of the haptic suit his team created to make live events special for the deaf and hard of hearing. A homeowner's plan to stop Google Maps backfires, ESRB's facial scanning tech and Wayfair's AI tool. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Plus, Benjamin and Holly's entire tech life is under attack — I give them my trusted advice. iOS 17 is here; it's time to sell your older iPhones before they're worth squat. Samsung's new products and the "bougie broke" trend takes over TikTok. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Plus, Washington Post's Geoffrey Fowler learned his $123 HP ink cartridges cost $2 to make — I chat with him about it. Ukrainian women are using AI to "honey trap" Russian soldiers. AI thinks it wrote the Constitution, and tools designed to combat constant lateness. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Plus, a happy story: a bank teller stopped a woman from being scammed $50K. Netflix's password crackdown is actually working — I've got the numbers. PC sales are plummeting, how to secure your intimate photos in the cloud, and tips to make your phone run fast. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

File next year’s taxes for free (really) and sweet updates coming to Chrome and YouTube. Plus, is it safe to hit “unsubscribe,” a super-useful voice command and a headline that had Kim and the crew shaking their heads. All that, plus lots of laughs. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Plus, not a fan of smiling for photos? Google's new app can turn that frown upside down. Caller Matt thinks he subscribed to The Weather Channel, but is uneasy about it needing his SSN. Also, the lowdown on state e-bike rebates, Klarna's shopping AI, and how to spot a hacked webcam. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Plus, Venmo's guard isn’t quite up — see why it's a magnet for thieves. Caller Danny is on a quest to set up his online newsletter, and I give him my advice. Discover the savvy way to keep your number private, delete unwanted accounts, and the lowdown on phone expiration dates. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Plus, who has your data? I chat with Consumer Reports' Ginny Fahs about Permission Slip, an app that helps you tell companies to stop collecting. The "Godfather of AI" is wary about the future. I’ll explore an AI love-life tool, apps you need to delete, and a trick to unveil mystery callers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Plus, old-school TV is fading away — here's why Gen Z is switching off. Caller Stephen had his data swiped, and I lend a helping hand. I also delve into spotting fake news, picking the best spot for your router, and quieting down those noisy group notifications. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Plus, a website that makes it easy to find any movie on streaming. And hey, victims of the MGM cyberattack — Larry Flynt's Hustler Club has a little something to make it up to you. The health features your watch can keep track of, and how to keep your location off Google Maps. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Plus, what happens to all our online accounts when you die? I know: it's a grim topic, but here are the three steps you need to take. Caller Robert from Texas needs a quick way to digitize handwritten notes. Also, Meta's new AI for ads, and I'll reveal the best day to book flights. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Plus, I talk to caller Cee Cee on how she lost $17,000 in a romance scam. Big surprise — she got most of it back. Do you like to party? Airbnb is using AI to kick out rowdy guests. Some Walmart delivery drivers buy fake cred online and three things you can do with a dead iPhone. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Plus, caller Debra is in trouble: following an affair, her husband hired someone from the dark web to find nude pics of her — now he's plotting revenge. I offer her guidance. Also, how Peeping Toms are using smartphones, and the scoop on last week's emergency alert test. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Plus, your kid's drowning in 5,000 messages a week — I share tips for parents. I also give my advice to caller James on setting up his and his wife's wills online. Cell phone etiquette rules, Meta's creepy glasses, and six survey apps that actually pay. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Plus, we've got the iPhone 15 to review in the studio, and oh boy, do we have thoughts. Gen Z is smashing their bones to get the perfect face, thanks to a TikTok trend. Tips on Reddit searches, Google Earth's new slideshow tools, and making image generators work for you. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Plus, Martinus Evans is on a mission to get everyone running. I talk to him about the Slow AF Run Club, his community of over 25,000 slow runners and walkers. Blue light might speed up puberty — here's the scoop. Also, streetlights are going purple and a web browser designed for people with ADD. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices