Surveillance is more widespread than ever before. You may think of police, the federal government and Big Tech companies watching your every move, but what about schools? Colleges and universities are keeping a much closer eye on students.

You can find a whopping 700,000 active podcasts online — more than 29 million episodes. If you're a podcast lover, have you considered whether this form of media puts your privacy at risk? Kim talks to Rob Walch, Vice President of Podcaster Relations at Libsyn, about the current podcast landscape. They dive into the way companies monetize podcasts, including the sketchy practice of tracking listeners who haven't opted in.

Fusion power has long been a dream for energy scientists everywhere. The ability to create sustainable power that works the same way as stars would solve so many modern energy problems. But we always seem to be just one step away from achieving it — until now.

It’s something you use every day. It’s something that a lot of people take for granted, and many people don’t even have regular access to. The internet is everywhere in today’s age, but just a few years ago, it was barely accessible to the general population. How did the internet first get created? What was the first website? The first meme?

Remember fighting the crowds to get your holiday shopping done? Now you can get gifts for everyone on your list from the comfort of your couch, thanks to shopping sites like Amazon. And if you want to save a little money, look no further. In this Digital Life Hack, Kim has five ways to get up to 20% cash back on your Amazon purchases. Happy shopping!

Alexa is no longer “new.” The smart-tech revolution is now in full swing, and Amazon Echo is at the heart of it. More than 66 million people own voice-activated speakers. Now it’s time to see what Alexa can really do. Most users know how to select songs and search the internet for information. These skills are handy, but they’re only the tip of the digital iceberg.

Are you tired of weeding through the videos that seem interesting but end up being a disappointment? Stop wasting hours of your life searching YouTube feeds and follow my Kim Komando channel instead! I'll show the videos you actually want to watch and keep you up to date with the latest technology, news and those incredibly cute videos!

Your Amazon Echo can do so much more than answer your questions. In my eBook, "How to Use Your Amazon Echo: Tips and Tricks," you'll learn everything you need to know to become a pro. I'll show you how to set it up all the way to how it can endlessly entertain you in your living room, your kitchen and your bedroom. You will also learn the necessary tools to have your Amazon Echo help you in an emergency.

Need a friend to give you a digital hand? Want to start or promote your own online business? Wondering how to watch the kids or parents using tech? Get advice you can trust. Whether it’s making money online or finding the best product for a job, you can turn to me.

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