Consumer 101

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

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Protect Yourself
Episode overview
06, 2018
In the premiere, host Jack Rico shows you how to choose the right bike helmet and how to protect your wireless router from hackers. Also: A teen driver gets a lesson from a top expert.
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Fully Loaded
Episode overview
13, 2018
Host Jack Rico delves into the fascinating technology behind the cars of the future, participates in an unusual challenge involving a kitchen appliance, and we go shopping with the help of a top scientist.
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On Air
Episode overview
20, 2018
Host Jack Rico is on a mission to rid microscopic pollutants from the air in homes, helps out in a laboratory that tests vacuum cleaners and finds out whether it's worth trying to repair a smartphone screen one's self.
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Buckle Up
Episode overview
27, 2018
Host Jack Rico shows you how to keep your cool when hydroplaning, how to organize your fridge to save money and waste less food, and how to stay safe using peer-to-peer payment apps.
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First Class
Episode overview
03, 2018
Host Jack Rico explores the science used to test every kind of product -- from the obscure to the fascinating to the everyday -- as well as more efficient ways to get the most out of everyday items and unique career paths in science and technology.
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High Noon
Episode overview
10, 2018
Jack faces off with an expert in a power-drill challenge, brushes up on his grill cleaning techniques, and decodes television terminology.
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Tread Carefully
Episode overview
17, 2018
Jack struggles to keep up with Johnnie; a device used to test treadmills; getting a look inside the mind of a top scientist by asking him to perform a simple task: clean a kitchen; useful tips for buying a car.
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Right Fit
Episode overview
24, 2018
Technicians turn up the heat on barbecues in the test lab; Jack shares money-saving strategies for credit card owners; how to fold fitted sheets so they fit in your linen closet.
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Power Up
Episode overview
19, 2019
Jack Rico learns how to drive off-road with the help of a top Consumer Reports expert; useful tips to keep phones charged up while on the go; the best way to organize a yard sale.
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Leading the March
Episode overview
26, 2019
A high school marching band helps explain what happens to sound in an anechoic chamber, a room with no echo; Jack Rico learns about car safety with the help of Consumer Reports experts; plus the dos and don'ts of preparing a meal safely.
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Sensing Danger
Episode overview
02, 2019
Jack Rico learns what to do when hydroplaning on a wet road; advice from a top Consumer Reports expert on how to protect Wi-Fi routers from hackers; taking a look inside the mind of a top scientist as he performs a simple task -- shopping.
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Be Smart
Episode overview
09, 2019
Jack Rico learns what to do when hydroplaning on a wet road; gets advice from a top Consumer Reports expert on how to protect Wi-Fi routers from hackers; and takes a look inside the mind of a top scientist as he performs a simple task: shopping.
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Rico & Rico
Episode overview
16, 2019
Jack Rico learns the correct way to paint a wall from a consumer reports expert with a similar name; learns all about drones; and looks at the science behind fuel economy testing.
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Rest Assured
Episode overview
23, 2019
Jack Rico digs deep to find the right snow blower to clear a driveway; seeks a safe way to use a cellphone while driving; and with the help of a Consumer Reports expert, learns all about choosing the right mattress to help get a good night's sleep.
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Way Ahead
Episode overview
02, 2019
Jack Rico heads to the track to learn how to drive like a pro; peer-to-peer payment app tips; a fascinating look inside the mind of a top scientist performing a simple task -- cleaning a kitchen.
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Safety First
Episode overview
06, 2019
Jack Rico meets the Consumer Reports team that tests how well cars handle sudden swerves; visits a gadget durability lab, where testers scratch, drop and dunk devices; and offers advice on how to protect your home from burglars while on vacation.
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Sweet Success
Episode overview
13, 2019
Jack Rico discovers how much added sugar might be lurking in his breakfast; learns how to build a strong password to deter would-be hackers from accessing private data; and a Consumer Reports expert offers invaluable tips on a teen's first car.
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Lights Out
Episode overview
20, 2019
Jack Rico learns how to keep his house powered up during a blackout and the secrets behind making a delicious, healthy smoothie; a Consumer Reports expert shares some tips to help get more miles out of your car.
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Get Connected
Episode overview
27, 2019
Jack Rico learns how to safely anchor furniture to prevent it from tipping over and injuring a child and searches for a better Wi-Fi connection; a Consumer Reports expert demonstrates mosquito and tick protection.
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Smart Choices
Episode overview
04, 2019
Jack Rico explores the pros and cons of smart doorbells; the clock is ticking as Jack and a Consumer Reports expert race to discover how to become healthier in a snap; top tips on how to clean a computer.
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High Note
Episode overview
11, 2019
A high school marching band provides a fascinating look at what happens to sound in an anechoic chamber, a room with no echo; Jack Rico discovers how much added sugar lurks in his breakfast, and he learns that bike helmets expire.
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Air Support
Episode overview
18, 2019
Jack Rico learns about the resurgence of TV antennas and why some consumers are tuning in with this retro-tech; a Consumer Reports expert helps Jack with his air-travel anxiety; the importance of pot and pan choice in making a great meal.
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Sign Language
Episode overview
29, 2019
Jack Rico plays a simple game to help create more complex passwords; Jack explores what the warning lights on a car's dashboard actually mean; a consumer reports expert shares what to do about hidden fees.
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Gadgets Galore
Episode overview
06, 2019
Gadgets such as smart watches are tested to verify their accuracy; a Consumer Reports expert helps navigate the world of hybrid, electric and other eco-friendly vehicles; Jack Rico gets his groove on in the speaker testing lab.
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Smooth Ride
Episode overview
13, 2019
Jack Rico learns how much user information smart TVs gather; Consumer Reports experts teach Jack all about modern car safety features; Jack learns the secrets to making a delicious and healthy smoothie.
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Bright Lights
Episode overview
20, 2019
Host Jack Rico shines some light on how Consumer Reports experts test a car's headlights. Then we see how testers scientifically measure the noise levels of a whole range of everyday .. show full overview

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