Consumer 101

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  • : 2018
  • : 52
  • : 1
  • NBC
  • 16
  • Documentary News

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2x1
Sweet Ride
Episode overview
05, 2019
Jack Rico discovers how online ads are aimed at consumers and shares simple steps to avoid being targeted; Consumer Reports experts test a tire's slip and grip on wet pavement; Jack uncovers hidden breakfast sugar.
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Smart Summer
Episode overview
12, 2019
Jack Rico learns about data smart speakers are collecting and how to protect his privacy while using them; a Consumer Reports expert shares how to keep summer cookouts safe by keeping the grill clean; how to pack a carry-on suitcase like a pro.
2x3
Out of the Box
Episode overview
19, 2019
Jack Rico learns easy steps to help minimize pesky robocalls; a Consumer Reports expert shares a deep dive into the world of online mattress shopping; how to keep kitchen appliances in tip-top shape.
2x4
American Suds Warrior
Episode overview
26, 2019
A Consumer Reports expert shares how to protect online accounts by using a password manager; Jack Rico faces off against two teens to see who can get their dirty car the cleanest in five minutes; testing electronic gadgets' toughness in the lab.
2x5
Permission to Scoot
Episode overview
02, 2019
Jack Rico climbs aboard the newest advancement in micro-mobility: shared-ride scooters; Consumer Reports experts share how to protect digital privacy by taking control of smartphone permissions; modern car safety features at the Auto Test Center.
2x6
Sound Check
Episode overview
09, 2019
Jack Rico discovers Consumer Reports tire testing taking place in an unexpected location; how to choose headphones; how to get the most out of vacuums.
2x7
Lawn and Order
Episode overview
16, 2019
When a neighbor is spotted with a suspiciously lush lawn, Jack Rico uncovers dozens of tips on how to get the most out of his own yard; two teens drive with a top instructor at the Consumer Reports Auto Test Center; how to keep Wi-Fi routers secure.
2x8
Information Superhighway
Episode overview
23, 2019
Jack Rico learns how to make the ride easier for both him and his car on a long road trip; how to remove nasty allergens from one's home; a Consumer Reports expert shares how mesh networks can help when one Wi-Fi router doesn't cover an entire house.
2x9
Digital Traps
Episode overview
18, 2020
Jack Rico plays the game That Sounds Shady to guess which scenarios sound like online privacy traps; the Consumer Reports Auto Test Center dives into drivetrains to learn what's powering car wheels; and smooth sounds in the speaker-testing lab.
2x10
Super Charged
Episode overview
25, 2020
Host Jack Rico gets a blast from the past and a peek at the future of electric vehicles at the Consumer Reports Auto Test Center. And in a trip to the kitchen, we discover what it takes .. show full overview
2x11
How to Protect Deer and Passwords
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01, 2020
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2x12
Under Pressure
Episode overview
08, 2020
Jack Rico learns how smoke detectors are tested and how to use a fire extinguisher; plus how to cook a delicious meal using only countertop appliances and learning how to drive like a pro with a top car tester at the Auto Test Center.
2x13
Take Care
Episode overview
15, 2020
Get a behind-the-scenes look at a story meeting for Consumer 101 as producers pitch their best ideas to help our audience learn how to safeguard their digital privacy. Then, sampling .. show full overview
2x14
Tires, Tricks, and Tips
Episode overview
22, 2020
Jack Rico gets tips on how to get the most out of his own yard; a Consumer Reports tire test in an unexpected location; how to protect digital privacy by taking control of smartphone permissions; and how to keep ticks out of the yard.
2x15
Precious Cargo
Episode overview
29, 2020
Host jack Rio gets a firsthand look at how car seats are tested for safety and learns how to install a car seat with some expert advice. And, while on vacation at a lake house, Jack .. show full overview
2x16
If Cars Could Talk
Episode overview
04, 2020
Jack Rico ventures out into the real world with a Consumer Reports expert to find out how they test cars, and what he hears is a bit of surprise; Tidy Bree helps people keep their spaces clutter-free, and tries to help Jack clean up his online life.
2x17
Tow Away
Episode overview
11, 2020
Host Jack Rico learns about towing boats, trailers and more as he prepares for a day on the water; teenager Olivia helps Jack test drive strollers; a Consumer Reports expert teaches how to choose the right mattress to help get a good night's sleep.
2x18
WiFi, Art Thou Safe
Episode overview
18, 2020
A Consumer Reports expert shares tips with Jack Rico on staying safe while using public WiFi; how roofing materials are tested, and how to keep a roof in pristine condition; keeping a house powered up during a blackout.
2x19
Robot Invasion
Episode overview
25, 2020
Host Jack Rico learns how to buy a used car from a Consumer Reports expert, but the dealer has him doing double takes. Jack tracks a runaway robot vacuum lab where he discovers how .. show full overview
2x20
Electric Past is Present
Episode overview
02, 2020
Producers pitch ideas for how to safeguard digital privacy; Jack Rico gets a blast from the past and a peek at the future of electric vehicles; how to get rid of nasty allergens in the home.
2x21
Zero MPH Car Test
Episode overview
09, 2020
Jack Rico discovers how to find the right car without driving it off the lot; Jack learns hiking tips, including how to protect from mosquitos, when to use sunscreen and how to take better pictures outside; the pros and cons of smart doorbells.
2x22
Follow the Beat
Episode overview
16, 2020
Experts share tips for thoroughly cleaning the inside of a car; Jack Rico visits the Consumer Reports air conditioner lab to learn how they test ACs; a high school marching band provides a look at what happens to sound in a room with no echo.
2x23
Canceling Noise and the Secrets of Safe Riding
Episode overview
23, 2020
Jack Rico discovers the ins and outs of safely sharing the road for cars and bikes; Consumer Reports experts test the latest noise-canceling headphone technology in a room with no echo; how to protect against a burst pipe in the home.
2x24
Hot Car Stories -- True or False
Episode overview
30, 2020
Host Jack Rico puts hot car stories to the test with a Consumer Reports expert and learns the dangers of leaving children and pets unattended in the back seat; the importance of pots and pans in making a great meal; preparing ACs for summer heat.
2x25
Talking to the Future
Episode overview
06, 2020
Host Jack Rico learns about the future of car technology, where cars can talk not only to each other, but to the city's infrastructure as well; a lawn mowing expert shares lessons in yard maintenance; helpful tips for buying a smart TV.
2x26
Conquering the Used Car Purchase
Episode overview
13, 2020
Host Jack Rico plays That Sounds Shady to guess which scenarios sound like online privacy traps; then he learns how to buy a used car from a Consumer Reports expert; a runaway robot brings Jack to the robot vacuum lab.

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