Cyber Security Awareness Month - The online threats you need to know about now

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Every October has been set aside as National Cyber Security Awareness Month – a public service campaign to educate people about risks to their online privacy. This year’s campaign is especially pressing with the recent cyberattacks on Equifax, the DNC and more. Cyber security awareness is at an all-time high. In this Komando on Demand podcast, I’ll tell you about major online threats that you need to know about, and how to protect your personal information from hackers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Emergency medical tech: The latest devices that could save your life

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Recent news has been a tragic reminder of how fragile life is – hurricanes and acts of terror taking lives and challenging medical responders. The good news is, better and faster medical technology is emerging, such as devices to stop massive bleeding to trackers for babies and Alzheimer’s patients. In this Komando on Demand podcast, I’ll talk to the experts who are hard at work developing tech to help you avoid the doctor and prepare you for emergencies. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Modern slavery: Model escapes captors who allegedly try to sell her on the Dark Web

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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 misunderstood corner of the internet. One such story is the traumatic nightmare that British model, Chloe Ayling claims she went through when she was kidnapped and sold online. In this Komando on Demand podcast, I’ll explain how this modern technology is enabling modern slavery and speak with the freedom fighters who bring cyber criminals to justice. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Equifax: Biggest consumer data breach in history

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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 data fall victim to this breach? In this Komando on Demand podcast, we’ll explore the weakness in Equifax’s security protocols, and find out if the hack could have been avoided. Also, why did two of the firm’s top executives sell their Equifax stock before telling the public? Plus, we’ll tell you what you need to know about protecting your identity. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

You won’t believe robocallers' latest schemes! Here are ways you can outsmart them

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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 that scammers make 2.5 billion robocalls in one month alone. This poses a very real risk to consumers as it gets harder to identify and avoid malicious automated calls. In this Komando on Demand podcast, you’ll learn how to protect yourself and your family from falling victim to these tricky and downright dangerous phone calls. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The robot revolution is here – are you ready?

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Robots are among us. They’re in our schools, hospitals, malls, offices and assembly lines. They’re skilled, fast, accurate, and sometimes even friendly. But are these digital beings only here to help or should we watch out for them? In this Komando on Demand podcast, experts in AI creation and robot ethics will tell you all you need to know about Artificial Intelligence and the future of robots in the workforce. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

DO NOT donate to Hurricane Harvey charities until you listen to this podcast

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Fake charities and donation scams are on the rise in the aftermath of disasters. Scammers take advantage of public goodwill and steal billions of dollars from people who want to help. In this Komando on Demand podcast, I’ll tell you how to protect yourself and your loved ones from these crooks, while still providing aid to those in need. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

You may think you know what time is. Are you right? 

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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 the quirky aspects of a leap-year, and why the experts are arguing about a simple second. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Google: Does it makes us dumb or smarter?

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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 answer is “All the time” you’re not alone. But could our dependence on tech be inhibiting us from thinking critically and making decisions? While the jury is out about whether or not our tech is really dumbing us down, there might be some evidence that we are relying on tech to perform things that used to define us as uniquely human.
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Solar Eclipse 2017: Expert tips and everything you need to know beyond the dark

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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 experts about cool eclipse facts and viewing tips. Plus, we’ll delve deeper into science, technology and astrophysics, and how, together, they help discover possible alternate realities, hidden matter, mysteries of time and light and possibly habitable planets – all from the study of eclipses! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The billion dollar podcast: Success secrets from today’s top tech innovators – Part 2

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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 successful. Such is the tale of many of our world’s brightest ideas. In this final part of the Billion Dollar Podcast, I will introduce you to pioneers and entrepreneurs who didn’t get their big break until their 50s and 60s. Listen to my free podcast for inspiration and wisdom from some of history’s greatest minds. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The billion dollar podcast: Success secrets from today’s top tech innovators - Part 1

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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 at what’s brewing in the think tanks of tomorrow. Join us next week for more wisdom from today’s tech stars. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Solar Eclipse 2017: A bright future beyond the dark - Part 2

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On August 21st, people from around the world will join millions of Americans for an unforgettable experience – The Great American Total Solar Eclipse. In Part 1 of this Komando on Demand series, you heard from experts about cool eclipse facts and viewing tips. In Part 2, we delve deeper into science, technology and astrophysics, and how, together, they help discover possible alternate realities, hidden matter, mysteries of time and light and possibly habitable planets – all from the study of eclipses! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Total Eclipse 2017: Expert tips and everything you need to know - Part 1

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On August 21st, people from around the world will join millions of Americans for an unforgettable experience: The Great American Total Solar Eclipse. Spectators will see the sun disappear behind the moon revealing streams of light around the moon’s silhouette. If you are planning to watch it live, host a viewing party, or simply stream it online, these tips are for you. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Secret ways to make money on social media

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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 podcast we’ll tell you about some young people who have used social media to earn more money than their parents, and how social media helped take a fitness nutrition company from making thousands of dollars in its first year to millions in the second year. Plus, get tips on how to use social media to make money on the side or even grow your new business. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Could eSports outperform football, baseball and basketball?

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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 started to bid on the right to broadcast them. In this Komando on Demand podcast, we’re going to meet a competitive gamer and a woman who made a name for herself hosting the most popular competitions in America. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Finding a sperm donor has become as easy as online shopping

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Imagine swiping left or right on your smartphone to choose your child, or scrolling through Facebook & Craigslist for a sperm donor. Today, non-traditional methods are taking over. The process is as easy as pointing & clicking. A day or two later, sperm is delivered to your house. In this Komando on Demand podcast, we speak with experts from a national sperm bank & a company that created an in-home kit to measure sperm count. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Living the Dream: Money in the Music Stream

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Back in the early years of broadcast, musicians and aspiring talk personalities relied solely on sponsorships and big business to put money in the bank. Then, advertisers stepped in. Now, we live in a world where anyone can stream live, and some have figured out how to make money doing it. But can you truly make a living on the air? In this Komando on Demand podcast, you’ll hear from the latest generation of broadcasters who are making money streaming live, right from their home. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

One danger every teen faces in technology

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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 sexting. This dangerous practice is causing serious legal and social consequences that will negatively impact our kids’ future. It is our job as parents to help change this dialogue. But how can you keep your kids from being exposed to obscene material and sharing it with others? We’ll look at all of these issues and more in this Komando on Demand podcast. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Critical advice every entrepreneur needs to know on being successful

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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 of Carbonite, has been a successful entrepreneur for over 25 years. In this podcast, we interview David, talk about his success, his new venture and his advice on becoming a successful entrepreneur. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices