The Current powered by Kim Komando

The Current powered by Kim Komando

Sound like a tech pro, even if you’re not! Award-winning popular host Kim Komando is your secret weapon. Kim is in a class all her own. Her widely successful radio show is heard on over 500 stations in the United States and internationally in 175 different countries. Kim has millions of fans who love her down-to-earth, deeply relatable, and easy-to-understand way of talking about consumer tech. Every episode is loaded with the scoop about the latest gadgets, online security, social media trends, and digital privacy. Kim makes it all entertaining and fun. With a mix of important news, practical advice, and compelling conversations, you’ll be able to make informed decisions and stay up-to-date with the latest trends in the tech world. Kim started her show and still owns it herself. She’s not part of a big broadcasting company. Her company has no debt or investors. That’s why many small business owners also turn to her for advice on growing their businesses using web-based tools. In the Current powered by Kim Komando, every episode is loaded with ways to better your tech life. New episodes drop every Monday & Wednesday. To learn more about Kim, the things she mentions, or submit a topic or question, drop by www.Komando.com See megaphone.spotify.com/legal for privacy information.

Episodes

March 31, 2025 62 mins
Nobody’s Googling. We’re ChatGPTing now. Alphabet stock is down 25% from its peak. Ford wants fake stick shifts in EVs, scientists are growing human organs and Amazon just picked a new producer for 007. Hello, Mr. Bond. And Kim talks to Phil Michaelson, CEO of Fast Growing Trees, about how he's able to ship trees from A to B — along with some great tips for selling online.
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Buster Scher started a basketball blog at 14. That passion turned into Hoops Nation, now with over a million followers. He’s worked with the NBA, professional athletes, and more to help boost their social media presence. He shares expert tips on making money online in his newsletter The Hobby Letter. Plus, ChatGPT’s new image tool, fast food payment plans, and more.
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An A.I. company is selling your data to the highest bidder, and there is nothing you can do about it. Plus, a sleek recording device is infiltrating your social interactions.
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A man searched his name on ChatGPT. It said he killed two of his kids. He didn't. Plus, Apple's intelligence troubles, a warning for "Call of Duty" cheaters, and billboards in space are on the way.
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Every embarrassing thing you ask your Echo? That's being stored and reported back to Amazon. Starting March 28th, every request you make goes straight to them. Plus, Google’s Gemini robot, ChatGPT will roast you for fun, and heat's aging your DNA.
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Meet Manus, an AI that thinks on its own. What it means for your job and the future of work. Plus, futuristic laptops, Millennials’ biggest parenting regrets, and a message sent 15 billion miles into the unknown.
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March 10, 2025 41 mins
92 million jobs could disappear by 2030. A new report says AI is coming for them. Is yours on the list? Plus, iPhone texts to ignore, a smart ring that catches cheaters, and words that expose your ChatGPT habit.
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Andrew and Joey are back with another edition of Smart Dads! Joey breaks down who the Costco Guys are and why they're famous. Plus, Andrew has a life hack to get around all those annoying concert service fees!
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March 3, 2025 60 mins
We team up with Kitboga, the internet’s favorite scambaiter, to waste scammers’ time and cause chaos. He walks us through his process, using fake personas and clever tricks to throw them off. He even pretends to be Kim’s husband just to mess with them. Plus, a legit AI job that pays $65 an hour with no degree needed.
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"Smart Dads" with Andrew and Joey is where fatherhood meets tech. These two tech-savvy dads tackle the latest gadgets, parenting hacks, and the everyday struggles of being a dad — all with a mix of humor. Tune in for smart conversations, dad jokes, tech tips, and NO BABY SHARK!
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Wouldn't it be great to have your own robot butler? That future is closer than you think. Some of these robots are almost too real! Plus, your boss might be spying on you, and TikTokers are smashing their own feet for views.
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February 17, 2025 14 mins
Every time you fail to pair your phone, she’s there: “Device not found.” Meet Kristen DiMercurio, the voice of Bluetooth, as she spills on hearing herself everywhere, life as a voice actor in the AI age, and the weirdest requests she gets.
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February 10, 2025 48 mins
Paul Guilbeault lost his Miniature Pinscher, Damian, when he moved to Phoenix and thought he was gone forever — until now. Plus, a 'Free Gift' scam is making the rounds, T-Mobile’s Starlink deal, and Apple’s secret robot project.
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Is your partner acting sketchy? Staying late at work? Suddenly has a new “friend”? Steph A., aka "Your Fave Investigator," finds out the truth and posts the receipts for millions to see. How does she track them down? She gives me the dirt! 
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February 3, 2025 36 mins
The average person likely gets recorded 400 to 500 times a week. Oracle CEO Larry Ellison says it's only going to get worse. Plus, Google AI used in cyberattacks, UnitedHealthcare hack aftermath, and is the dead internet theory real?
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January 31, 2025 42 mins
Control AI, control the world. China’s DeepSeek has OpenAI on edge. Now, OpenAI is rolling out its latest ChatGPT models, 03-mini and 03-mini-high. Plus, urgent Apple security updates and a bizarre jacket that claims to block radiation.
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Kurt from Savannah, Georgia, calls in. His friend Julie disappeared last year. He thinks traffickers took her and needs tech help to track her down. Plus, Amazon Alexa is losing millions, a budget travel hack you’ll want to try, and how Meta trains its AI.
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January 29, 2025 42 mins
Rumors say DeepSeek is using American tech — but workers are banned from talking about it. Plus, Netflix’s new button (you’ll want to know about this), tax filing tips, and a robot kidnapper.
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January 27, 2025 42 mins
Did China just win the AI race? Meet a little-known Chinese startup called DeepSeek. Their AI models are outperforming big names like OpenAI’s ChatGPT and Google’s Gemini — not just in price but in performance — triggering a global tech selloff. And the surprises don’t stop there. The U.S. government is eyeing another piece of Chinese tech for a potential ban: your Wi-Fi router.
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January 24, 2025 41 mins
One guy found his private info online and became a target for romance scams. Only one thing worked to remove it. Plus, Venmo for flights, Comcast’s $70 sports streaming plan, and #StickNation — yes, picking up sticks is a trend!
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