Is Your TV Spying on You? Plus CES 2026, AI Browsers and Costly Car Tech Mistakes

On Techradio this week, we’re talking about the tech you live with every day — and a few surprises you might not see coming. From smart TVs that may be watching more than you realize to what’s expected to make headlines at CES 2026, there’s plenty to unpack.

We’ll also cover two costly car warnings: why spilling water in your EV can lead to expensive repairs, and how rodents are chewing through vehicle wiring at alarming rates. Plus, Apple quietly discontinued 17 products this year, Firefox is officially leaning into AI, and a new generation of headphones doubles as hearing aids. And as always, we’ll tell you what’s streaming and where — including this week’s top picks in streaming.

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New AI Everywhere, Emergency Phone Features, and Streaming Picks

We're right on time with the tech that matters. This week, we start with the Petco data breach that exposed millions of customers and what you should do if your information was involved. Google Discovery is adding AI-written descriptions, Android phones can now share live video with 911 operators during emergencies, and Google Translate lets you use just about any headphones.

We’ll also look back at tech that quietly ended in 2025, why Amazon pulled its AI-generated Fallout recap, and what’s topping the streaming charts this week.

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Spotting AI Text, Safer Kids’ Tech with Tonies and Netflix/HBO: The Plot Twist No One Saw Coming

This week, we’re unpacking a big move in entertainment: Netflix is buying Warner Bros. Discovery (yes, HBO included) and what it means for the shows we love. We’ll also look at the AT&T data breach, how to tell if something you’re reading was written by AI, and why Ryan Reynolds and Ricky Gervais are suddenly shaping online marketing.

Plus: Marsha's review of Tonies Toniebox, the screen-free audio box for kids; a quick way to thank your Amazon driver; smart tech gift ideas; and the Top 10 in streaming for the week.

Thanks to our producer, Curt Buthman, for 10 years of producing our podcast!

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Holiday Smarts: From Campbell’s Drama to Cars That Distract Less

This week, we kick off the holiday season with a little Thanksgiving talk — and a big reminder to stay sharp. From new scam tactics targeting holiday shoppers to the surprising bioengineering controversy stirring up Campbell’s Soup fans, there’s plenty to unpack.

We’ll also walk through what to do immediately if you get one of those dreaded “data security incident” letters, plus how upcoming car tech could make driving less distracting (finally!). And of course, we wrap it all up with the top picks in streaming for your long weekend.

Cozy up, tune in, and head into the holidays a little smarter and a lot safer.

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AirDrop for Everyone, AppleTV Changes, and a Digital ID Reality Check

This week we’re digging into some handy new tech tricks and a few places where you might want to pump the brakes. We talk about Google letting you AirDrop between iPhone and Pixel 10, what’s really changing with AppleTV plans at T-Mobile, and Apple’s limited-edition accessory that’s already creating buzz.

But we also take a smart look at digital driver’s licenses in Apple Wallet and why handing over your unlocked phone to police or government officials may expose far more than you intend. Sometimes the old-fashioned plastic card is still the safest bet.

Plus, we highlight simple ways to recycle your old gadgets for good, a handful of tech deals you really shouldn’t skip, and of course — the latest top picks in streaming to round out your week.

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