Best Computer Exorcist Podcasts (2025)

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123 Teaching Kids AI, Pt.1 35:59

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Tonight on CEP! The fascinating insightful Kenley C. Vogt joins us to talk tech ethics, computer history, and his career as a network engineer: How TV repair guys would deliberately fry tubes just to confirm their claim that you needed a new one. How TV salespeople would deliberately lower the focus on a TV, just to sell you a pricier model. How tw…

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$20K humanoid robot, Santa phone & moving your computer data (146, Nov 1, 2025) 1:48:55

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AI used to create fake receipts: Expense-report fraud is rising as employees use AI to generate realistic receipts. Companies report millions in fake submissions. Glasses that block facial recognition: Zenni Optical’s new ID Guard coating reflects infrared light, preventing facial recognition systems from identifying wearers. It also disables phone…

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GM’s eyes-off driving, digitizing old tapes & remote-controlled rentals (145, Oct 25, 2025) 1:48:23

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Rich talked about GM’s Forward event in New York City where they announced their eyes-off driving. Jim in Sherman Oaks wants to know the best way to send Mast texts to folks and also put the information in their calendar. Rich mentioned Simple Texting and Textedly, along with Substack and Calendly. Amazon revealed it’s a software bug that caused th…

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122 News Flashes 36:55

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Today we continue our new format of blazin' through articles. For each news flash, I give my insightful commentary: "New World" is a fake online world people use to escape their depressing lives. It's being overrun by AI bots, so people in third-world countries are finding it harder to make a living on it. Tesla is the first foreign automaker in Ch…

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Japan tech, social media safety & travel pillow pick (144, Oct 18, 2025) 1:41:45

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Rich talked about what he saw at CEATEC 2025. Watch my segments here and here. Here’s the Honda Uni-One that’s going viral. Plaud AI note recorder here. Apple launched an M5-powered 14-inch MacBook Pro. Amazon is hiring 250,000 workers for the holidays. Julia Storm, Digital Wellness Educator and founder of ReConnect, will help parents understand Ca…

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Top Prime Day gadgets, Windows recall privacy & scam exposing duo (143, Oct 11, 2025) 1:48:47

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Rich talked about his Amazon Prime Day mishap and the products that you wanted the most. Rich also talked about his list of gadgets to keep an eye on this holiday season. Rich explained who’s eligible for the FTC’s Amazon Prime refund and warned listeners to watch out for scammers trying to take advantage of it. Nas in Los Angeles is wondering why …

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121 "And you deliver the food, right?" 32:35

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Tonight on CEP, we torment more scammers! First one was a "card accident" scammer. i told him my arms fell off, and when he asked for details, i told him I couldn't remember. Next one was a guy claiming to be Geek Squad, then later on claims to be PayPal, then later on Norton. Then we have a Medicare scammer trying to sign me up for food cards. I a…

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Amazon smart home devices, deepfake app Sora & Prime Day tips (142, October 4, 2025) 1:48:52

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Rich talked about Amazon’s smart home announcements. Google is ending support for early Nest Thermostats. Daniel asks about using Apple Photos and Google Photos at the same time on his iPhone. Sue wants to track blood pressure on the iPhone. Trae Bodge, smart shopping expert at TrueTrae.com, will share how to score the best deals on Amazon Prime Bi…

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120 The New Format 27:54

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Today starts Marc's new format of reading headlines of tech articles and summarizing them more quickly so we can breeze through the backlog: We discuss flaws in battery packs that cause EVs to set on fire, and the goal of making designs (and people) that are more tolerant to faults Apple shocks the world by throwing us a bone, allowing us to repair…

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Windows 10 end of life, photo off an old phone & Alexa+ (141, September 27, 2025) 1:48:32

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Rich mentioned you should take photos of your rental car from all four sides to avoid disputes over damage. Rich mentioned his scanner project that sends files straight to Google Drive—convenient, but keep privacy in mind. Rich mentioned TikTok will keep operating in the U.S. under new ownership and tighter security rules. Rich mentioned Amazon Pri…

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119 Epic Prescription Scam Call 31:42

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It's another Torment-a-Scammer episode! One Medicare scammer lady calls me claiming to be "Allied Health" but I mis-hear it as "Airline Health". I tell them my doctor is Guido Sarducci, and when they ask for my Medicare card, I read the backs of all the cards I have in my drawer. Next, I call a Support Scammer and claim there are North Korean cooki…

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iPhone 17 review, iOS 26 best features & Anker power bank recall (140, September 20, 2025) 1:48:24

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Rich shared his review of the new iPhone 17 models and talked about notable new features in iOS 26. Dave in Long Beach wants to rip music from his CD’s and listen to them via a flash drive in his car. Rich recommended Exact Audio Copy and YouTube Music. Victoria Song, senior reviewer for The Verge and author of the Optimizer newsletter, will talk a…

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118 The 9000 Download Celebration 28:57

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Today we celebrate 9000 downloads! Marc goes over some topics including: What to do if your hard drive dies and you have no backup What software to use for podcast interviews The spirit of peaceful debate and the message of peace The world's first known AI-fueled killing - how AI egged on a paranoid man "Everybody Hertz" - how power plant generator…

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iPhone 17 first impressions, passkeys & easy travel insurance app (139, September 13, 2025) 1:45:39

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Rich shares his thoughts on the new iPhone 17 lineup. Caller Carmen in Hollywood can’t save her Google Docs. The issue is likely full storage. Head to one.google.com to check and free up space. Brian Tong, YouTube tech creator, will help break down Apple’s big iPhone 17 announcements. Rich shared an update on his recent accident. Jim in Northern Ar…

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CEDIA 2025 smart home tech, Windows 11 upgrade check & Gemini photo tricks (138, September 6, 2025) 1:47:06

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Rich shares highlights from CEDIA 2025 in Denver, a major home tech show featuring the latest in smart TVs, pro-grade audio, outdoor gear, and futuristic home automation. Rich also talked about his visit to Denver, mentioning how much he enjoyed the city and a memorable dinner at Guard and Grace, where he had one of the best steaks he’s ever tasted…

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117 Drivers License in your PHONE??? 30:25

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Tonight on CEP! A Ransomware organization masquerading as a cybersecurity firm! NY State offering a Drivers License app on your Phone??? Really? As if smartphones were reliable??? Facebook to drop their facial recognition system... now that they've got what they wanted. A company equating itself with simplicity, then offering "further intricate ref…

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Wizard of Oz at the Sphere, best iPhone cleaner app & top projectors (137, August 30, 2025) 1:48:18

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Rich reviewed The Wizard of Oz at the Sphere in Las Vegas and explained how AI was used to reimagine the classic film. Tim called in about a friend whose phone was allegedly hacked multiple times. Rich explained that’s unlikely, but advised changing major account passwords and enabling two-factor authentication for Apple, Google, and social media. …

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116 CAN Buses and Irrelevance 40:13

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Tonight on CEP! Marc recounts a harrowing tale and thanks those who saved him from it. Ever wish you could scrub your social media posts without completely deleting your account? There's finally a tool for that, and it's brilliant. There's yet another form of car theft made easy thanks to the wonders of car electronics. We were told that electronic…

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Pixel 10 first look, car tracking devices & a landline for kids (136, Aug 23, 2025) 1:47:33

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Rich recapped his experience in Brooklyn for the Google Pixel event and discussed what's new with the Pixel 10 series. Rich talked about visiting Chuck's Arcade, a new retro-inspired arcade from Chuck E. Cheese. Jason Lucking, co-founder of PAiback, will explain how their app helps travelers automatically get money back when airfare prices drop. Ha…

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Where to learn online, photo privacy tips & erasing old PCs (134, Aug 16, 2025) 1:47:21

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Rich mentioned how going to the DMV for his real ID was a smooth process. AOL is discontinuing dial-up, and Rich reminisced about the old days of the internet. Dale in Oceanside says his Samsung keyboard layout mysteriously changed. Rich says to tap the gear icon above your keyboard, tap "Languages & types" under English, and set it back to QWERTY.…

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115 Another Convert to the Cause 35:11

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Tonight on CEP! It's another Torment a Scammer episode! I start breaking character and telling scammers to do something better with their lives. One guy told me he has hopes and dreams, so I turned him on to my Become an Exorcist site. Plot twist ensues. A diabetic "PARMAcy" scammer calls me up - I throw her a curveball about my glasses, and she do…

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Instagram map privacy, ChatGPT 5 & the gift card trick you should know (133, Aug 9, 2025) 1:47:08

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Rich talked about flying kites with his kids and selling stuff on OfferUp. Rich also mentioned buying discounted gift cards on CardCash.com. Rich explained the new Instagram map feature that potentially shares your location if you choose to. Jim writes in about gift cards. He recommends a website called CardBear.com, which aggregates the best disco…

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Bitchat explained, sports card tech & a must-have security app (132, Aug 2, 2025) 1:49:55

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Rich talked about the new offline messaging app called Bitchat. Download for iOS and APK for Android here. Stanley in Northwest Ohio asks about the universal AI search engine called Poe. Samsung says its foldable phones are some of the best-selling pre-orders ever. Scott Budman, Emmy Award-winning tech and business reporter for NBC Bay Area, will b…

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114 Cousin Joey Returns 32:52

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Tonight, CEP's favorite mechanic returns to discuss: Pipes vs hoses on cars - ease of manufacture vs ease of repair BMW iDrive va Mercedes voice COMAND vs Lexus touchpads vs Audi confusion Rather than have one universal EV charging adapter, of course the industry has come up with several, with the ensuing sub-industry of adapters Robotaxis: Who's l…

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Feedbag extravaganza, AI tips & Disney Imagineering magic (131, July 26, 2025) 1:47:30

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Rich recapped his 20th wedding anniversary trip to Kauai, including a few tech takeaways from the islands. Taren in Tennessee asked about getting a Wi-Fi range extender that works outdoors. Rich recommended the eero Outdoor 7 for strong, weather-resistant coverage outside. Technology journalist and podcaster Tom Merritt, host of Daily Tech News Sho…

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AI notebook hack, proving you’re human online & one phone for work and personal (130, July 19, 2025) 1:47:54

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Rich talked about how to build an AI-powered notebook that can remember everything using a combination of Google Gemini and Google Keep. Brian in Orange County is trying to figure out how to transfer photos from his iPhone to an Android. Rich mentioned LocalSend and PairDrop. Were Nest cameras really hacked on May 28th? Rich explains. Google has se…

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113 The Cash Grab Cycle of Waste 33:13

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Tonight on CEP! Apprentice Palmer brings his uncanny technical sense of smell to help me thrash some articles. (He's the guy who's been manning the fort so I can go on the book tour!) We read several articles on the same topic: The Windows 10-11 End of Support, or what could be the greatest Cash Grab I've ever seen. People are under the impression …

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Samsung foldables hands-on, cleaning up privacy permissions & Gemini AI notebook hack (129, July 12, 2025) 1:49:58

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Rich shared his first impressions of Samsung's new foldable phones, the Z Fold 7 and the Z Flip 7. Harland in Wisconsin wants to be able to watch Hulu from his smartphone on a TV in his camper but without any Wi-Fi or hotspot. Amazon's Prime Day The event helped propel $24B in spending over 4 days, according to Adobe Analytics. Adarsha in Michigan …

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112 Likes, Lies, and Livestreams w/Billy Swan 32:25

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Tonight on CEP! A blast from Marc's past emerges to talk about his new bookS! Author Billy Swan discusses "Junior's Tale", his comfort story of self-discovery. He also published a book of group-activity short mysteries "Quick Cases for Clever Minds" that actually bring people TOGETHER! While he used AI to assist him in writing the short mysteries, …

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Nothing Phone 3, lock your number & Chuck E. Cheese grows up (128, July 6, 2025) 1:47:58

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Rich talks about his trip to London for the launch of the Nothing Phone 3 and the Nothing headphones. Cheryl in Oregon asks what she needs to record and edit videos for social media. Rich visits the NENA 911 conference to explore cutting-edge technology designed to get help to you faster and save more lives. Mentioned: Smart911.com Dave wants to ge…

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111 1hr Special: "It's All Madness" with James Coffin 1:09:07

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Tonight on CEP! Economist and IT bureaucrat James Coffin joins us for a one-hour special. We react to articles and expose some of the hypocrisy and outright madness going on in the realm of our government's environmental policies - LEARN how they incentivize tech companies to make garbage, by reimbursing them for recycling their own products! Readi…

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Life-saving smartphone tips, Windows 10 extension & privacy-first phone made in USA (127, June 28, 2025) 1:46:38

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Rich mentioned a website, smart911.com, that lets you fill out a safety profile that 911 dispatch operators might be able to see when you call in, if supported in your area. Rich also talked about the ways to update your emergency settings on the iPhone, Samsung, and Pixel smartphones. Microsoft is changing the blue screen of death. Rick in Thousan…

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110 How AI Already Controls Us, Pt. 2 41:05

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Tonight on CEP! Author Monty LeBlanc returns to finish discussing his book, Somnium Pandorae. We continue our discussion on the effects of AI-curated feeds - our attention spans are so roasted, we crave shorter and shorter videos to give us dopamine "hits", and are less prone to deep thought, deep work, or critical thinking. "AI has hacked our brai…

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Massive password breach, Amazon Prime Day tips & digital detox for kids (125, June 21, 2025) 1:48:12

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Rich shared highlights from his trip to Mexico City, where he covered a brand-new tech trade show focused on electronics and appliances. Rich shared his go-to gadgets—trusted tech he travels with and uses daily to stay powered, connected, and organized. Oscar in Winchester, California asked how to uninstall Outlook from his Windows PC. If that’s no…

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109 How AI Already Controls Us, Pt. 1 40:00

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Tonight on CEP! I've been saying that AI could possibly ruin the world - but at the very least, it'll make us dumber and keep us isolated in pods, feeding us data and harvesting our behavior. Network engineer turned author Monty LeBlanc joins us to explain how AI is already in control, doing just this. He explains how those algorithms, the curated …

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iOS 26 features, smarter spam call blocking & cool new camera app (125, June 14, 2025) 1:44:22

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Rich recapped the major announcements from Apple’s WWDC 2025. Dario asks how to colorize an old black-and-white photo. Rich recommended apps like MyHeritage, Remini, and Photomyne for affordable and easy photo restoration. Anker is recalling its popular PowerCore 10000 (model A1263) due to fire and burn risks — stop using it and check for a free re…

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Hands-on Nintendo Switch 2, light bulb security cam & passkey basics (124, June 7, 2025) 1:45:22

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Rich gave his first impressions of the Nintendo Switch 2. Looking for details on how to get it? Check out TheShortcut.com Jim in British Columbia wonders if an advertisement he sees on Facebook for a $29 pallet full of returned Amazon goods is legitimate. Drew in Costa Mesa is looking for a solid basic printer/copier. Rich recommends the Brother L2…

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108 Saving the World through Culture 34:11

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Tonight on CEP! The brilliant software developer/psychologist/linguist Udochi Okeke returns with more mind-blowing projects. As if resurrecting an ancient alphabet (Nsibidi) weren't enough, she's now producing a kids' cartoon to pass on the Igbo language to them. She's also creating an Igbo character universe - think "Nigerian Cocomelon"! She then …

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Protect yourself after data breach, free PC cleaners & Apple’s China challenge (123 , May 31, 2025) 1:44:56

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Rich talked about a massive data breach exposing 184 million logins and passwords. He recommends using strong, unique passwords and turning on two-factor authentication for key accounts. Mentioned: Have I Been Pwned and MalwareBytes Digital Footprint Tool Rich highlighted the impressive Gemini live video feature, which brings real-time AI to life. …

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107 Connection Equals Chaos 34:02

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Tonight on CEP! Marc reads an article from Electrical Contractor Magazine that encourages contractors to to embrace newwww cloouuddd tecchhnollogiies for security systems, camera systems, and access control. They tout the tech as inevitable, highlight the ability to offer eternal milking subscription schemes along with it, and then they praise the …

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Gemini Gets Smarter, Drones Drop Pies, and AI Fakes Fool a Newspaper (122, May 24, 2025) 1:47:56

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Rich talks about attending Google I/O 2025 and the major consumer announcements from Google. Mozilla is shutting down its Pocket app—if you need an alternative to save articles for later, check out Instapaper. Google just launched the NotebookLM app for iOS and Android—check out the new Audio Overviews, which turn your notes into podcast-style summ…

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106 Faith on Film 38:51

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Tonight on CEP! It seems like every show out nowadays is a killing show: AND THEN WE WONDER why the world is so violent! In order to address this, we welcome the very special guest Isaac Hernandez, a director of Christian TV and movies. He and his shows buck the trend by offering "Truth in a world of distraction." As usual, I draw a parallel to my …

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Samsung S25 Edge, Amazon cashback tip & iPhone 16e letdown (121, May 17, 2025) 1:41:03

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Rich talks about the trend of slimmer smartphones, starting with the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge. Toni in the Inland Empire wants her Apple Watch to alert her when she leaves her iPhone behind. Melissa asks if it’s safe to leave to add her debit card to Apple Cash. Leon in Fallbrook asks what Rich thinks of services that remove your personal info from …

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105 The Beehive Paradox 36:31

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Tonight on CEP! Beekeeper Brian Cooley calls in to explain the global collapse in beehives, and what might be the cause. He first describes the Golden Age of Beekeeping The benefits of honey "Cathedrals for the Bees" Do bees have GPS? Do bees go to school? and other fun facts. What's killing the bees? Is it 5G? Parasites? Neonicotinoids, the synthe…

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Siri Settlement, Social Media Reality Check & AI in the Workplace (120, May 10, 2025) 1:48:06

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Rich discussed how social media is changing the fabric of our society. Susan in Santa Monica says her friend’s iPhone 13 Pro Max is showing SOS after getting an eSIM installed—likely a carrier activation issue. If Siri ever activated without you wanting her to, you might be able to claim your share of a $95 million settlement. Dawn in Troy, Ohio, i…

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104 Why are you giving away all that power? 33:03

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Tonight on CEP! Women's health coach Emily Marino shows up to shed light on some things. She explains WHY perimenopausal women experience the symptoms they do. She also says something I wish I'd known years ago: When you're under a huge amount of stress, it doesn't matter how much broccoli you eat. Your body isn't digesting anything properly! You d…

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App Store shakeup, iPhone ghost calls & adding a flip phone to your setup (119, May 3, 2025) 1:47:09

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Rich discusses how a major court ruling forces Apple to allow outside payment links in apps, changing how developers charge and how users pay. Mark in San Diego says the GPS on his Pixel 4a has stopped working and wants to know what he can do to fix it. Microsoft is going passwordless for new accounts, using passkeys and other secure sign-in method…

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103 The 7000 DL Celebration Pt 2 30:50

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Tonight on CEP! Programmer and YouTuber K0 returns to finish our 7000 Download Celebration! He explains how Support Scammers and their mules operate and what his group is doing to protect seniors who encounter them. Apple's attempt to detect "depression and cognitive impairment" What they record about you to make that detection, and why the whole t…

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

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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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102 The 7000 DL Celebration Pt 1 26:37

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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 …