Best Computer Exorcist Podcasts (2025)

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102 The 7000 DL Celebration Pt 1 26:37

5d ago26:37

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Tonight on CEP! We're celebrating hitting 7000 downloads by interviewing a really brilliant programmer called K0. We concur on things like the hazards of fake cleaners and futility of consumer VPNs, and how both of us find our 10 year old laptops to be perfectly sufficient even for our advanced work. We discuss how you have the familiar Windows on …

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Roku upgrades, phone hack fears & how to recover lost texts (118, April 26, 2025) 1:44:34

3d ago1:44:34

1:44:34

Rich talked about the latest Roku announcements from their NYC event. Stephen from Tarzana wants to organize millions of files on his computer. Rich suggested checking out AI tools like Dropbox Dash, along with software options such as Directory Opus and the freeware alternative Total Commander. As expected, pre-orders for the Nintendo Switch 2 are…

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Meta & Google antitrust, Apple recycling tips & AI-powered scams 1:47:06

10d ago1:47:06

1:47:06

Rich discusses major antitrust cases against Meta and Google—and what they could mean for the future of Big Tech. Richard in Bell, California asks why his PayPal transaction won’t go through on a website. Dennis in San Dimas is looking for a NAS drive that works with both Windows PCs and Macs. Rich mentioned brands like Synology or QNAP. Nintendo S…

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101 The Rise of Karl 31:15

11d ago31:15

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Tonight on CEP: A very special Torment a Scammer episode! Marc announces his new Webinar Waiting Lists - one for consumers and one for aspiring technicians! Foghorn calls those Norton impostors back, and asks them why they keep urging him to cancel. (Once you request a refund, they can ask for your credit card or bank account numbers.) I then hear …

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100 Liberation Celebration 35:13

20d ago35:13

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Tonight we have a very special 100th episode for you! We broadcast from Dr. Mike's hot sauce cellar in Ohio, where Marc breathes clean air and displays a sense of humor We revisit the Right to Repair Movement- exposing how Apple designs their products to be so difficult to repair you end up throwing them in the garbage. When Apple removed all the p…

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Travel Tips, Online Privacy & Nintendo Switch 2 Preview 1:48:19

24d ago1:48:19

1:48:19

Rich shares tips for avoiding pricey roaming charges when traveling abroad. The AirFly Pro 2 lets you use your Bluetooth headphones with in-flight screens. A simple adapter that makes travel more comfortable. Lynn in Murrieta is asking why AT&T is ending email-to-text. The service shuts down in June because presumably not many people are using the …

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99 Is Apple scanning your photos??? 35:44

27d ago35:44

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Spoiler alert - the answer is yes. They're sucking every photo you take into iCloud, and analyzing it to make sure you're not up to no good. Control always helps the situation, right? While they refuse to assist the government get into iPhones in exceptional cases such as the San Bernardino attack, they'll gladly spy on you themselves all day long.…

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Don't Get Phished, Flight Booking Hacks & Phone Roaming Advice 1:47:24

1M ago1:47:24

1:47:24

Rich shared how a cybersecurity expert got tricked by a phishing scam. A reminder that we’re often the last line of defense. Susan in Santa Monica is helping a friend buy a laptop and wants to know what matters most. Facebook is bringing back a feed that only shows posts from your friends. The new tab puts the focus back on real connections. Emma i…

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98 "Someone Out There Needs Me!" with Elizabeth Gifford Maffei 37:04

1M ago37:04

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So! Now that we hit the brakes last week on lives that were headed in the wrong direction, how do we create the lives we actually want? Today, a Quantum Growth Practitioner named Elizabeth Gifford Maffei joins us to answer that question. Many people stay home and just "exist", because they were told they are useless and can do nothing else. In real…

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Gadget nostalgia, the Computer Exorcist & AI predicts your lifespan 1:47:24

1M ago1:47:24

1:47:24

Rich On Tech Episode 114 - March 22, 2025 Rich takes a trip down memory lane to talk about some of his personal gadget milestones over the years. David in San Francisco asks how to get good audio on a plane. Rich recommends AirFly and noise cancelling headphones. Bob in Garden City Michigan wants to know how to tape a phone call on his iPhone. Rich…

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97 Stop and Ask for Directions with Stacey Altomari 37:35

1M ago37:35

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Do you ever feel like your life is going off course in the wrong direction? Do you worry that you've wasted time? Well have we got a show for you! Today we'll talk about how to put your foot down and stop the car, and reorient yourself toward where you want to be. Stacey Altomari joins us to talk about: WHY we tend to obsess over threats Your body …

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Best Ways to Transcribe Audio, Spring Cleaning Your PC & AT&T’s New "Landline" 1:46:57

2M ago1:46:57

1:46:57

Rich discusses how transcription tools powered by AI are making it simple to turn speech into text, whether in real-time or from recorded audio. Products & Services Mentioned: Pixel Recorder, Samsung Voice Recorder, iPhone Voice Memos, MacWhisper, Vibe Transcribe, Whisper Web, Voice Notes, Whisper Memos, PLAUD Note, PLAUD Pin, Wispr Flow Dave in Lo…

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96 Norton Impostors Sell McAfee to Foghorn 32:36

2M ago32:36

32:36

Tonight on CEP: Your favorite scam-baiter returns with more antics! A Visa fraudster calls me regarding charges on my Amex. Makes perfect sense, doesn't it? I call them back on several phones at once, so they can talk to themselves. Things get zany. When they ask for my credit card number, I tell them a few terrible words in Hindi. That throws them…

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Stop Scam Calls Instantly, Must-Try Tax App & The Truth About Medical Misinformation 1:43:24

2M ago1:43:24

1:43:24

Apple’s latest product upgrades include the iPad Air M3, the 12th-gen iPad, and the MacBook Air M4 in a sleek new Sky Blue finish. Tony asked about a good app for playing local files on his computer, with recommendations for reliable and feature-rich media players. Rich says YouTube Music cloud, Samsung Music, listeners recommend doubleTwist, Pulsa…

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Alexa+ Unveiled, Erasing Your Info from Google & Smarter Spam Tips 1:49:31

2M ago1:49:31

1:49:31

Rich gives a recap of the Amazon Alexa+ event in NYC, covering the major AI-powered upgrades, new features, and whether the $20/month subscription is worth it. Microsoft is shutting down Skype on May 5, 2025, urging users to switch to Microsoft Teams for continued service. Jeff in Tulsa asks how to get started with his password manager. Jose wants …

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95 Indian Caste System and Potstickers Pt 2 30:00

2M ago30:00

30:00

Today economist Nevin Hira returns to conclude our discussion on: India's Caste System and how hints of it are present in Silicon Valley One employee's lawsuit against Cisco based on caste discrimination Microsoft's and Adobe's Indian CEOs and how they handle the situation well Automotive engineers adding a few lines of code here and there, resulti…

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iPhone 16e Features, Photo Hacks & Must-Try Android Apps 1:47:05

2M ago1:47:05

1:47:05

Rich discussed the new iPhone 16e and its features, offering impressive value at a starting price of $599. Wayne in Irvine had his Instagram and Facebook accounts hacked. Rich recommends visiting facebook.com/hacked to recover the account or signing up for Meta Verified for direct support. Also, secure your accounts with strong, unique passwords an…

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94 Indian Caste System and Potstickers Pt 1 29:17

2M ago29:17

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Friend of the show and economist Nevin Hira joins us today to give us great insight into: the Indian Caste System - what is it and how it is configured India's ultra-competitive IIT tech schools, and how many people vie for admission to them How Silicon Valley has a microcosm of India, and how they bring the caste system with them The only true way…

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Satellite Phone Connectivity, Apple’s Account Migration & Digital Estate Planning 1:44:42

2M ago1:44:42

1:44:42

Rich explains the current state of satellite connectivity on mobile phones. Sign up for the T-Mobile Beta Test [here]. Watch Verizon’s commercial [here]. You can now download the Apple TV app for Android phones and tablets for access to Apple TV+ streaming and MLS. Allison in Newport Beach says her business Instagram account was taken down due to v…

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Amazon’s AI Alexa, Apple Invites & Microsoft’s Free App to Speed Up Your PC 1:47:49

3M ago1:47:49

1:47:49

Rich says Amazon will unveil a new AI-powered Alexa at an event in New York City on February 26. Apple has launched Apple Invites, a new invite app. You’ll need an iCloud+ subscription and an iPhone to send invites, but anyone can RSVP—even non-Apple users. Diana asks for an app to repurpose an old phone. Rich recommends Alfred Camera for easy live…

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93 How to ACTUALLY STOP Robocalls 26:35

3M ago26:35

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Huge announcement - we've surpassed 6,000 downloads! Today we delve into the SHAKEN/STIR scandal - YET ANOTHER example of how my industry tries to solve a problem by slathering ultracomplexity and centralized control all over it. Spoiler alert: It doesn't work, it burdens the good guys with more "diiiigital certificates" and, in case you haven't no…

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DeepSeek AI, Streaming the Big Game & Cell Plan Savings 1:45:27

3M ago1:45:27

1:45:27

Rich explained what DeepSeek is and why it disrupted the AI industry. Toni in the Inland Empire asks about the difference between following someone and adding them as a friend on Facebook. Jeff in Anaheim bought an Amazon Astro robot, and it stopped working. Amazon Music Unlimited is raising prices by at least $1 a month. Katie in Garden Grove is w…

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Hands-On Samsung S25, Deleting Old Accounts & Accessibility Tech 1:47:21

3M ago1:47:21

1:47:21

Rich gives his initial impressions of the Samsung Galaxy S25 series. Freddy in Yonkers is looking for a way to rip audio off CDs. Rich mentioned Exact Audio Copy. Drew in Sherman Oaks is looking for a way to free up storage on on his iPad without deleting his photos from iCloud. Rich recommends the “Optimize Storage” feature. Delete Desk is a handy…

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92 Modern Despair 29:34

3M ago29:34

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Today on CEP! Facebook stops NYU researchers from studying their own volunteers Hackers are using CAPTCHA to scam people (Are you surprised?) A Georgia school district puts cameras in classrooms (Imagine how much the contractor charged them!) "Tech workers are richer but less happy than most" (I explain why) "HP disappoints" (Are you surprised?) Mo…

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Emergency Tech, Best TVs for the Big Game & Real-Life Jurassic Park 1:43:21

3M ago1:43:21

1:43:21

Rich DeMuro talks about tech news, tips, and gadget reviews and conducts interviews in this weekly show. Listen LIVE from 11 AM - 2 PM PT on KFI AM 640 and syndicated on 350+ stations nationwide. Rich talked about the tech to have on hand in an emergency situation. Valerie is struggling to figure out what music service she wants to commit to. Rich …

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LA Wildfires, CES 2025 Highlights & Top Landline Alternatives 1:47:12

4M ago1:47:12

1:47:12

Rich gave an update on the Wildfire situation in Los Angeles, and talked about balancing CES coverage with the fires happening back home. Raul in Arcadia asked about portable batteries. Rich mentioned Jackery, Goal Zero, EcoFlow’s Solar Hat and Anker. 🔥 Nick Russell, VP of Operations at Watch Duty, will share how the app is helping communities stay…

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91 Hack the Planet 28:27

4M ago28:27

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Tonight, on CEP! Some well-intentioned pea-brain suggests we include breathalyzers in every steering wheel of every new car. Great idea, but since 99% of all technology fails 99% of the time, most cars in the world will blow false alarms and stop working. This also contributes to the avalanche of new features that make cars too complex to fix, mean…

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Siri Settlement, $60 Fitness Tracker & WiFi Password Worries 1:46:20

4M ago1:46:20

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Rich talks about the Apple eavesdropping settlement. Here’s how to adjust the privacy settings on your smart devices like Siri, Google Assistant and Alexa. Joe in Riverside wants to know if the LG M4 OLED TV will go on sale in the U.S. Samsung’s $60 Galaxy Fit3 goes on sale in the U.S. on January 9. 🌄 Kai Twanmoh shares expert tips on exploring the…

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90 Is Edge Actually Malware? 28:09

4M ago28:09

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Tonight, on the first CEP of the new year! We expose what Microsoft Edge does to you, the consumer, and ask the question: Is it legalized malware? We discuss the helpful feature that didn't make it to Windows 11, and the terrifying anti-features that did We discuss the only person in the computer industry with something called "self-control". Get t…

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89 Chaos at the Cutting Edge Pt 2 37:03

4M ago37:03

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Tonight we wrap my interview with the brilliant Jamarri from Ascension Hosting: Louis Rossmann being nominated for a government position, allowing him to call out Apple and others for their horrific lack of ethics The possibility that someday someone in government might actually care about saving money Most people currently in government think Outl…

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Rich's Favorite Apps 2024, Android Tips, and Can AI Write Your Will? 1:44:05

4M ago1:44:05

1:44:05

Rich shared his Favorite Apps of 2024. Diane wants to be able to access her home WiFi from other places. Rich mentioned a startup called CleverFi that’s working on something like this. Spencer in Charlotte wants to force a Windows 11 installation. Mentioned: help page ChatGPT now has an 800 number to call to talk to their AI chatbot. ChatGPT has op…

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88 Chaos at the Cutting Edge Pt 1 37:44

4M ago37:44

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Tonight on CEP! We interview the brilliant prodigy Jamarri from Ascension Hosting. He's half my age and twice my IQ, so put on your seat belt while we explain AI to you: The latest developments in AI, and what it can now do LOCALIZED AI: keeping AI home, away from the Cloud The current major AI contenders What is Hugging Face? Asking AI to really "…

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iPhone's New AI Tricks, Wireless Charging Roads & Deepfake Defense 1:47:28

5M ago1:47:28

1:47:28

Rich DeMuro talks about tech news, tips, and gadget reviews and conducts interviews in this weekly show. Rich talked about all the AI improvements on the iPhone thanks to iOS 18.2. Santa has arrived on ChatGPT. Dennis in Pasadena is having issues with printing from his iPad using WiFi. LG is no longer making Blu-Ray players. 🚍 Jared Schnader, Senio…

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Encryption Explained, Bitcoin Hits $100k & AI Photo Magic 1:47:20

5M ago1:47:20

1:47:20

Rich discussed the various types of encryption and why secure communication matters—even if you feel like you have "nothing to hide." Elena in Berkley says her Mint Mobile slows down after two weeks. Rich said to monitor speeds with an app called Meteor. Bitcoin crossed $100,000 for the first time. 💡 Coinbase CSO Philip Martin will share expert tip…

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87 The Ketchup Episode 23:02

5M ago23:02

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Tonight we play "ketchup" on our huge backlog of articles. I'm also moving to a new format where I "raise the plow" slightly, reading more headlines per episode and avoid digging too deep into each article. This should also reduce the beating of the many dead horses I've accumulated over the years. Here's what's on the menu for tonight: Texas resid…

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Holiday Gift Picks, Google Under Fire & Apps to Simplify Your Life 1:48:00

5M ago1:48:00

1:48:00

Rich DeMuro brings you the latest in tech news, tips, gadget reviews, and interviews on Rich On Tech. Where to Listen Live Broadcast: Saturdays, 11 AM - 2 PM PT on KFI AM 640 and 350+ syndicated stations nationwide. Streaming: iHeartRadio App or podcast platforms like Apple Podcasts and Spotify. Call In: Join the conversation at 1-888-RICH-101 (1-8…

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86 All of it is confusion! 33:02

5M ago33:02

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Tonight on CEP! Co-host Dr. Mike joins us to slay some articles. Tesla releases Full Self-Driving Beta 9, with a caveat: Most things are fixed, but some new things are broken. Alas, that's how all update attacks work! At least Elon gives us a warning that should be applied to all software: "so please be paranoid." Dr. Mike makes a great Simpsons an…

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Netflix Buffers, Bluesky Soars & Bitcoin Breaks $90k 1:47:48

5M ago1:47:48

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Rich On Tech 98 - November 16, 2024 Rich talked about the technical issues plaguing the Netflix livestream of the Jake Paul Mike Tyson fight. Bluesky is suddenly a popular alternative to X. Find me here. Bitcoin reached a new high of $90,000. Marcello in Golita wants help recoving a forgotten Bitcoin account. Mentioned: CryptoAssetRecovery and KeyC…

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85 Where are all the EVs? 36:35

6M ago36:35

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Tonight on CEP! Marc discusses: An article from 2021 predicting that all those pie-in-the-sky pledges to build only EVs by 2025-30 wouldn't come true. (Hint: The prediction was correct.) Akio Toyoda explaining that if Japan went all-electric, it'd run out of power in 6 months. I add to it that the real environmental impact is in the MANUFACTURING. …

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Meta Ray-Bans Review, Managing Photo Duplicates & Choosing Your Perfect Cell Plan 1:48:21

6M ago1:48:21

1:48:21

Rich talked about his new love for the Ray Ban Meta smart glasses. VIDEO Russ in Grand Junction, CO is blind and loves his Ray Ban Meta glasses. Julian in Woodland Hills says the Be My Eyes feature on the Meta glasses. Aria is another similar service. You can now use chat.com to access ChatGPT. Apple Notes gone on the iPhone? Here’s the fix. Max is…

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84 A Guy to Help Me Shower 27:00

6M ago27:00

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Tonight, another Torment a Scammer medley with Mister Leghorn! American-sounding AI voices read off poorly-written scripts "Sir, you will hear a sound of music." "Oh, well I quite enjoyed The Sound of Music!" A real lady sounds so robotic, she makes Marc think she's an AI A scammer informs me that if I push the button on my Medical alert necklace, …

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Apple AI, New Macs & Cybersecurity Tips 1:48:42

6M ago1:48:42

1:48:42

Rich talked about the new Apple Intelligence features on the iPhone. VIDEO Dennis in Pasadena has audio distortion on his AirPods since doing the hearing test. Microsoft announces paid security updates after Windows 10 support ends. Rich attended TechCrunch Disrupt 2024. Startups mentioned: Remento, HiHello, Popl, MabLab, Astreas Mike in Tuscon say…

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To-Do Lists, Password Managers & A New AirPods Accessory 1:41:44

6M ago1:41:44

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Rich discusses the answers to his questions: Which phone are you using? How do you keep track of your to-do list? Rich’s current method: Whisper Memos on Apple Watch, Email Me on iOS, Email Yourself on Android, Notion for safekeeping, Microsoft To Do since it’s cross-platform and allows you to add files. Toni in the Inland Empire wants a dash cam t…

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First Color Kindle, New iPad Mini & Tracking Cats 1:44:45

6M ago1:44:45

1:44:45

Amazon refreshed it’s entire Kindle lineup including the first ever Kindle Colorsoft with color e-ink. Stephanie in Los Angeles is a senior citizen and wants to be prepared for an emergency. Rich mentioned Blindshell, DumbWireless and Consumer Cellular phones. Mike writes in about how to get help with installing Ring and Arlo around his house. Rich…

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83 Foghorn Turns the Tables 33:32

6M ago33:32

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Yes, it's another Torment a Scammer Medley! Tonight, Foghorn Leghorn encounters the following: "Geek Tech", a fake company which claims to be a product (er, service?) of Geek Squad A Medicare impersonator who just woke up A DirecTV impersonator claiming they're a cable company rather than a satellite provider. When he chastises me for wasting his t…

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Tesla's Robotaxi, Electronics Nostalgia & Ring's AI Search 1:48:09

7M ago1:48:09

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Rich is home in NJ and recounted his Dad’s (successful) cancer journey and his love of electronics stores over the years. Toni in the Inland Empire is having issues with one of her AirPods. Rich mentioned a factory reset, cleaning and check for software update. You can replace just one or buy the new AirPods 4. Susan in Santa Monica has a question …

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82 FINALLY, Open Laptops 38:06

7M ago38:06

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In tonight's solo teaching episode, Marc discusses: A very cruel joke called the "Virus Shield Chromebook" - who perpetrated it and why it's a huge waste FaceTime calls are now available to users of non-Apple devices! Was it magnanimity on Apple's part, or was it something else? FINALLY - a laptop that's not only repairable, upgradeable, but also O…

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Unexplained Outages, Prime Day Tips & Spying Galore 1:47:18

7M ago1:47:18

1:47:18

Rich shared his tips and tricks for getting the best deals on Amazon Prime Day. Linda in Seal Beach is worried her iPhone is hacked. Rich mentioned a Restore and iMazing Spyware scan. China found a way to spy on our telecom systems using our own wiretapping backdoor. Gary in Laguna Nigel is curious if he can run Verizon and T-Mobile on his phone. B…

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Social Media Issues, AR Glasses & Helpful Money Apps 1:44:01

7M ago1:44:01

1:44:01

Rich shared his story about how he tried to help out his Instagram followers and it backfired. Arnold in Rancho Cucamonga is getting popups on his S24 smartphone. 🥽 CNET's Scott Stein compares Meta’s Orion AR prototype against Snap's Spectacles, and talks about advancements in augmented reality. Dianne in Torrance uses Team Viewer for free but now …

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81 Foghorn Goes Surfing 34:03

7M ago34:03

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It's another Torment a Scammer Episode! I received one of those fake emails that claimed I was on the hook for some McAfee software. (OF COURSE, ALL OF THESE ARE FAKE. THEY ARE DESIGNED TO GET YOU RILED UP SO YOU CALL THEIR EVIL IMPOSTOR HELP DESK.) So, I decided to call, or rather, Foghorn Leghorn did. When I got too much for them, they told me no…

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