#  @dad Dad, the engineer Dad, the engineer posts on YouTube about health, safe, pi, influencer the most. They currently have [------] followers and [---] posts still getting attention that total [-----] engagements in the last [--] hours. ### Engagements: [-----] [#](/creator/youtube::UCQJ6TLmSI26TD4FSqavgZ6A/interactions)  - [--] Week [------] -0.09% - [--] Month [-------] -41% - [--] Months [---------] +976% - [--] Year [---------] +36,270% ### Mentions: [--] [#](/creator/youtube::UCQJ6TLmSI26TD4FSqavgZ6A/posts_active)  - [--] Week [--] no change - [--] Month [--] -14% - [--] Months [--] -35% - [--] Year [--] +538% ### Followers: [------] [#](/creator/youtube::UCQJ6TLmSI26TD4FSqavgZ6A/followers)  - [--] Week [------] +1.30% - [--] Month [------] +7.30% - [--] Months [------] +1,334% - [--] Year [------] +52,160% ### CreatorRank: [-------] [#](/creator/youtube::UCQJ6TLmSI26TD4FSqavgZ6A/influencer_rank)  ### Social Influence **Social category influence** [technology brands](/list/technology-brands) [finance](/list/finance) [social networks](/list/social-networks) [stocks](/list/stocks) [countries](/list/countries) [products](/list/products) [gaming](/list/gaming) **Social topic influence** [health](/topic/health), [safe](/topic/safe), [pi](/topic/pi) #1340, [influencer](/topic/influencer), [internet](/topic/internet), [tech](/topic/tech), [science](/topic/science), [hole](/topic/hole) #391, [tutorial](/topic/tutorial), [youtube](/topic/youtube) **Top accounts mentioned or mentioned by** [@dadlifegaming](/creator/undefined) [@dadtheengineer](/creator/undefined) [@dadreviews](/creator/undefined) [@nextlevelsimgaming](/creator/undefined) [@judika](/creator/undefined) [@iconictoys](/creator/undefined) [@raphaelasantosafavorita](/creator/undefined) [@betafpvhobby](/creator/undefined) [@hyunjin](/creator/undefined) [@dadstartingover](/creator/undefined) [@kotzyday27](/creator/undefined) **Top assets mentioned** [Cloudflare, Inc. (NET)](/topic/cloudflare) [Uber Technologies, Inc. (UBER)](/topic/$uber) [Alphabet Inc Class A (GOOGL)](/topic/$googl) [DoorDash Inc. (DASH)](/topic/doordash) ### Top Social Posts Top posts by engagements in the last [--] hours "Your ISP Is Watching Everything - Fix It With DNS Filtering If your Smart TV is spying on you your phone is narcing and your ISP is selling your secrets this video is for you. THE PI-HOLE VIDEO IS OUT Check it out here: https://youtu.be/RoKi4-MCLRw DNS filtering sounds boring but it quietly kills 7090% of the junk your devices are constantly trying to talk to tracking servers advertising servers telemetry data brokers Smart TV ACR endpoints botnet callbacks malware domains and all kinds of nonsense that has nothing to do with what youre actually doing online. And the best part I have" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=DqJz3lVowCQ) 2025-11-18T22:25Z 76.4K followers, 576.3K engagements "Dad Explains AdGuard Home - Block Ads on Your Whole Network (Easy Raspberry Pi Guide) Take back your privacy - one Raspberry Pi at a time. In this episode of Dad Explains Everything I walk you through installing AdGuard Home on a Raspberry Pi step-by-step copy-and-paste friendly beginner-safe and without needing to know Linux. If you watched my Pi-hole video this is the natural follow-up. If you watched my DNS Filtering explainer this is the next achievement badge. And if youve done absolutely none of that buckle up because youre about to block a shocking amount of garbage from every device" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=i8TY44YaVNw) 2025-12-21T00:08Z 76.4K followers, 34K engagements "Dad Ruins VPNs - Are you safe What the ads aren't telling you. Are 3rd-party VPNs really the magic cloak of invisibility that YouTubers podcasters and privacy experts claim they are In this episode of Dad Ruins Everything I break down what VPNs actually do what they dont do and why you might just be paying to route all your traffic through a strangers server farm. Ill cover: The marketing promises vs. reality Real security risks VPN ads never mention Data breaches scandals and shady ownership in the VPN industry The very limited cases where a VPN actually makes sense Which VPN brands rank" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=khRloPgR6aY) 2025-08-09T19:00Z 76.4K followers, 262.8K engagements "The Detox Industry is a Scam Here's the Dirty Truth Detoxes and cleanses are everywhere but are they a scam In this video Dad Ruins Everything uncovers the truth about detox scams detox teas juice cleanses and the real risks you need to know. Should you pay for "luxury" diarrhea In this episode I wade deep into the swamp of pseudoscience to reveal the truth behind the detox industry. From colon flushes to miracle foot patches we expose the sketchy marketing zero science and very real health risks of these $4 billion wellness scams. 💊 Spoiler: Your liver doesnt need help from a powder named" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=3DImsFY4P80) 2025-04-15T18:31Z 76.4K followers, [----] engagements "Creality Space Pi Filament Dryer Review. Improve your prints without breaking the bank Improve the quality of your 3D FDM prints without modding your printer. Learn how common filaments are affected by moisture and see how the Creality Space Pi filament dryer helps. Learn how to improve your 3D printer in [--] minutes here: https://youtu.be/Gz-Ep5dRtuQ If you want a Creality Space Pi and want to support me purchase it here: https://amzn.to/3YIXMZf .or my blog (how quaint) here: https://www.dad-the-engineer.com/ Chapters 0:00 - Intro 0:25 - Wet filament is bad 1:16 - Is my room dry enough for the" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=6wcIjMH9L1c) 2024-11-10T02:41Z 64.3K followers, [---] engagements "Dad Ruins CBD: The $6 Billion Wellness Scam Starting in [----] CBD products hit the market in a big way. And why not the benefits of CBD are widely known. CBD can reduce anxiety alleviate chronic pain improve sleep cure inflammation and help with everything from epilepsy to acne. Oh wait. never mind - it CAN'T do those things Find out the truth about CBD and why you shouldn't put YOUR money into the $6 billion a year industry in this installment of Dad Ruins Everything Please let me know about YOUR experiences with CBD in the comments I have a particular set of skills. and it's debunking and" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=7X5emSUlWYo) 2025-03-27T16:56Z 76.4K followers, [----] engagements "Dad Ruins Bottled Water: The $300 Billion Scam Bottled water has been around for [---] years and is a $300 billion dollar business. It's also mostly a marketing creation and a huge source of spending waste. Find out more in this installment of Dad Ruins Everything I have a particular set of skills. and it's debunking and ruining things that some people swear by and hold dear. Check out the rest of the Dad Ruins Everything series here: https://www.youtube.com/playlistlist=PL1pQmQBUyTrhxDsoURDHyydmPQQMemDhh Get a gallon of water for $.07 of filter cost with the Brita UltraMax Large Water" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=HjSd5FAIMJw) 2025-03-15T19:02Z 76.4K followers, [----] engagements "Dad Explains LED Lighting How They Work Blue LEDs CRI and What to Avoid One does not simply make light unless youre Shuji Nakamura inventing the blue LED in the 1990s. In this episode of Dad Explains Everything I break down LED lighting: How LEDs actually make light Why the invention of the blue LED won a Nobel Prize What color temperature and CRI really mean (and why your IKEA lamp makes your apples look rotten) Why most LED bulbs dont last as long as the package claims How much money LEDs actually save you even on cooling costs Which LED solutions to buy (and which ones to avoid) Whether" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=lRrldOntW9Q) 2025-09-03T23:00Z 76.4K followers, [----] engagements "Why nobody sees your resume - Dad Ruins Job Applications & ATS Hiring Have you ever applied for your dream job and heard nothing back In this episode of Dad Ruins Everything I break down why most job applications are never even seen by a human. From Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS) that reject you for missing keywords to algorithms that rank you based on formatting your resume might be ghosted before a recruiter ever opens it. ✅ Why ATS filters are broken ✅ How to optimize your resume for AI parsing ✅ Why networking is more powerful than applying cold ✅ My personal data on applying to over" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=plVT8HSu5HI) 2025-07-06T00:06Z 76.4K followers, [----] engagements "Dad Ruins Ground News: Biased Bias Ratings Ground News claims to show you every side of a story but what if their bias ratings are just as biased as the outlets they grade Today Dad Ruins Ground News (thanks Amanda). Well dive into how the app oversells its capabilities what it actually does under the hood and why its ratings might be more like news astrology than objective truth. 💥 Spoiler: Save your money - you probably already know the bias of most popular news outlets. 💬 Watch to find out: How Ground News calculates bias Whether its helping or hurting critical thinking What their" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=AG2wNJsAk9E) 2025-06-29T15:15Z 76.4K followers, 14.9K engagements "Dad Ruins Incogni and DeleteMe The Truth Behind Data Privacy Services Incogni DeleteMe OneRep Privacy Bee Optery and Kanary they all promise to scrub your personal data from the internet. But can you really pay for privacy in a system designed to leak 👍 Like subscribe and drop your worst data broker horror story in the comments. In this episode of Dad Ruins Everything I dig into the data privacy services that are flooding your favorite YouTube sponsorship segments. What do they actually do What dont they do And why do they all rely on fear subscription billing and illusion of control 💥" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=Db5yytjGAOQ) 2025-06-06T22:10Z 76.4K followers, 30.6K engagements "Your TV is spying on you - Find out how and turn it off PART [--] with much more complete list of TVs and streamer devices is here: https://youtu.be/-uq5Vc-L4YQ Ever wonder why your massive TV costs less than your cell phone The price of a TV is subsidized by them being ad platforms data collectors and sensor-laden devices. Oh and they're TVs too. In this episode you'll find out how Samsung LG Roku Hisense Vizio Sony Panasonic Phillips Sharp TCL and Toshiba and others quietly turn your home theater into a surveillance economy terminal. Youll see: How Smart TVs actually track you through ACR" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=PXsERGUtSPo) 2025-10-27T13:52Z 76.4K followers, 1.2M engagements "Your Pi-hole Isnt Catching Everything Plus everything I missed in Part [--] Pi-hole - Oops edition is here After A MINIMUM of 300+ successful installs in [--] days I pulled your comments built a word cloud and put all the missing pieces in one place: hardware picks blocklists (and breakage) device groups whitelisting why your ISP router stinks how to stop Roku/PlayStation/Chromecast/Google TV and DoH/DoT from bypassing your filters plus easy ways to use your Pi-hole on the go (Tailscale/Twingate/VPN). I also updated the worksheet to fix the most common issues. Links mentioned: Updated Worksheet" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=SWJ5i7WZmYw) 2025-12-13T16:51Z 76.4K followers, 32.2K engagements "Why Instacart Amazon and DoorDash Fail Everyone - Dad Ruins Grocery Delivery Services Imagine paying triple for groceries only to receive melted ice cream rock-hard avocados and mystery substitutions. Grocery delivery apps like Instacart Shipt Amazon Fresh Walmart Spark DoorDash and Uber Eats promise convenience but deliver disappointment exploit drivers hurt grocery stores and secretly harvest your data. In this episode of Dad Ruins Everything we explore: How grocery delivery apps exploit gig workers leaving them earning less than minimum wage after expenses. The hidden fees and inflated" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=SlhqqODEOiM) 2025-07-16T19:26Z 76.4K followers, [----] engagements "Dual Pi-hole Setup for High Availability (with Nebula Sync) Whats better than one Pi-hole Two Pi-holes In this episode of Dad Explains Everything I walk you through setting up dual Pi-hole instances with Nebula Sync so your network keeps working even if one Raspberry Pi dies locks up or gets unplugged by someone who was just dusting. 📄 Worksheet & commands: https://www.dad-the-engineer.com/blog/setting-up-nebula-sync-for-two-pi-hole-instances-worksheet Check to see if you are a raffle winner: https://www.dad-the-engineer.com/blog/winner-winner-chicken-dinner Prior relevant videos:" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=XMtTwe60-VI) 2026-01-01T17:36Z 76.4K followers, 12.5K engagements "Stop the spying Fix It with a Raspberry Pi + Pi-hole + Unbound (Complete Guide) You know whats fun Realizing your home network leaks more data than a cracked aquarium. You know whats more fun Stopping it IN LESS THAN [--] MINUTES In this full tutorial I walk you through installing Pi-hole on a Raspberry Pi - and then leveling up with Unbound a local recursive DNS resolver that gives you actual privacy from ISPs apps Smart TVs and advertisers. 🧾 Download the Worksheet HERE: https://www.dad-the-engineer.com/blog/rpi-pi-hole-unbound-optional-worksheet The companion worksheet includes: All" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=RoKi4-MCLRw) 2025-12-04T23:41Z 76.4K followers, 128.2K engagements "Dad Ruins LifeLock & Identity Theft Protection $30/Month for False Security Think LifeLock Aura or Identity Guard can actually stop identity theft Think again. In this episode of Dad Ruins Everything I dig into the billion-dollar identity theft protection industry including LifeLocks infamous CEO stunt (and FTC fines) Aura Identity Guard IdentityForce and even Experian IdentityWorks. Youll learn: Why LifeLocks CEO had his identity stolen at least [--] times The FTC lawsuits and $100M penalty against LifeLock Why Aura and Identity Guard are the same company in different packaging What dark web" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=pzOChrVuEKg) 2025-09-09T15:11Z 76.4K followers, 55.1K engagements "Part [--] - FAQ - Stop your TV from SPYING ON YOU This is a follow up to my video on Smart TV Surveillance. If you missed it you can watch it here: https://youtu.be/PXsERGUtSPo Please use the YouTube "hype" feature on my video if you can. Thanks This video addresses the most common questions in the comments of the last video and includes an expanded section for turning off the surveillance settings for Sony Roku Samsung LG Insignia Panasonic TCL Vizion Hisense Phillips and Toshiba TVs - as well as Amazin Fire TV and Apple TV streaming devices. 🔧 Chapters: 0:00 - Why there's a follow-up 0:44 -" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=-uq5Vc-L4YQ) 2025-11-01T19:22Z 76.4K followers, 27.6K engagements "Discover what your router does and what ELSE it can do for you Is your router just a box that sits on a table or the floor This video tells you what it does and about the most common features it has that you may not be using (yet). Before you get too comfortable you should know that your router may be unsafe. Find out more here: https://youtu.be/NxBW23np8zk Here's a short addressing loading 3rd-party firmware on disposable routers: https://youtube.com/shorts/k5FYnA1jVnYfeature=share Here's the video you should watch to understand how multi-WAN Internet works and what equipment choices you" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=0vvxMVhN92Y) 2025-01-17T22:40Z 76.4K followers, [----] engagements "Dad Explains Password Managers Convenience Clouds and Catastrophes 🔑 Dad Explains Password Managers Convenience Clouds and Catastrophes Remember your first password Probably something like [---] password1 or if you were fancy Dragon420 Fast forward to [----] and youre told every password needs to be [--] characters long have hieroglyphics in it and be unique for every site youve ever touched. Thats why password managers exist. But are they safe In this episode of Dad Explains Everything I cover: The history of passwords (and their endless problems) How password managers work (and what" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=1RjBxAnGV_A) 2025-08-20T17:17Z 76.4K followers, 22.9K engagements "The Truth About Tarot Cards: Ancient Wisdom or Expensive Guesswork Are tarot cards a mystical tool. or just medieval playing cards wrapped in marketing In this episode of Dad Ruins Everything I dig into the real history behind tarot how they became a "fortune-telling" phenomenon and why so many modern readers are selling you vibes instead of verifiable predictions. From ancient Italian game nights to AI-generated tarot decks let's uncover whether there's any magic here or just a lot of creative storytelling. Which cards do you know The Star The World The Sun [--] of Wands Ace of Cups King of" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=HO9Em0Y8iOQ) 2025-03-10T23:02Z 76.4K followers, [---] engagements "Dad Ruins Astrology: The Ancient Scam That Won't Die Astrology has been around for CENTURIES. watch me ruin it in MINUTES Into birth charts Horoscopes No prisoners here. it's all going down in flames Have you had first-hand experiences with accurate astrology I've got you covered too I have a particular set of skills. and it's debunking and ruining things that some people swear by and hold dear. Please like and subscribe Chapters: 0:00 - Intro 2:48 - Then and now 5:07 - A list of problems 8:38 - Barnum statements 10:42 - Conclusions 12:12 - Outro astrology zodiac debunk aires taurus gemini" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=Jg9Yc7D2BM4) 2025-02-12T22:12Z 76.4K followers, [----] engagements "Dad Ruins AG1 (Athletic Greens) $100/month for Fancy Green Kool-Aid Dad Ruins AG1 (Athletic Greens) $100/month for Fancy Green Kool-Aid Athletic Greens rebranded itself as AG1 and convinced the world that a scoop of powdered plants is the nutritional equivalent of a balanced diet. With a billion-dollar valuation endless podcast ads and celebrity endorsements AG1 markets itself as the shortcut to better health. But what is it really A glorified multivitamin with mystery dust A $100/month subscription to placebo greens Or the bottled water scam all over again selling you what you already have" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=OrU3NkduDzQ) 2025-08-24T16:43Z 76.4K followers, [----] engagements "Dad Ruins Sketchy Cow Organ Pills - Express Edition Ladies are you hormonal tired and mysteriously low on beef uterus Well influencers have a fix for that and it comes in capsule form. In this episode of Dad Ruins Everything I dissect the absurd rise of bovine organ supplements marketed for her. Were talking dehydrated spleen cow colostrum and uterus powder wrapped in pink branding and ancestral buzzwords. Supposedly if ancient tribes did it you should too. Except thats not how nutrition hormones or science work. This episode was inspired by my oldest daughter who stepped in before a friend" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=VudNfXqeWtg) 2025-06-10T14:07Z 76.4K followers, [---] engagements "Dad Explains Credit Scores and Ruins Credit Repair Agencies Credit scores arent made-up BS but credit repair often is. You dad should have explained all of this to you but I'm happy to help out In this special Dad Explains / Dad Ruins crossover I break down how credit scores and credit reports actually work where they came from how lenders use them and why so many credit repair companies are either ineffective unethical or outright illegal. Well cover: What credit scores really measure (and what they dont) How Experian Equifax and TransUnion fit into the system FICO vs VantageScore and why" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=Xt-FCzY4z5k) 2026-01-24T01:14Z 76.4K followers, [----] engagements "Access Pi-hole or AdGuard Home Remotely with Tailscale There's nothing worse than implementing effective ad and telemetry blocking at home and then having it all come back when you leave the house. This tutorial shows you how to make your mobile devices use your DNS filtering no matter where you are. I'll show you how to use Tailscale to connect your devices to your Pi-hole. No DDNS. No mapped ports. And no double-NAT/CGNAT limitations. Less than [--] minutes. For the grand total of $0. EVEN IF YOU HAVE A POTATO FOR A ROUTER In case you don't have ad blocking/DNS filtering in place yet check" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=eXfCyZqb360) 2026-02-08T16:49Z 76.4K followers, [----] engagements "Chiropractors Crack is whack (featuring ghosts) They call it medicine but is it really Did you know it came from a ghost In this episode of Dad Ruins Everything I crack into the truth behind chiropractic care. From "subluxations" to spine-snapping theatrics I examine how this billion-dollar industry markets itself as healthcare while often operating on pseudoscience. Also find out if this is just a US thing or if chiropractic care is popular around the world. 🚨 Are chiropractors real doctors 🧠 Does spinal alignment really fix everything from asthma to anxiety 🦴 And what about the risks" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=pGKd_PXH3do) 2025-05-28T15:50Z 76.4K followers, [----] engagements "Corporate Spyware - Is Your Boss Watching You Right Now Dad Ruins Bossware Big Brother But Dumber Remote work exploded. So did corporate surveillance - company spyware. From keystroke logging to webcam spying productivity software is now a $2.2 billion industry designed to watch you. In this episode I break down the rise of bossware how it fails at everything except creating paranoia and why your Slack messages are probably being analyzed right now. Teramind Hubstaff ActivTrak Veriato InterGuard StaffCop Time Doctor Microsoft Viva are just some of the spyware vendors. Find out how what these" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=pWpch45oSeE) 2025-04-30T21:49Z 76.4K followers, [----] engagements "The best Internet connection option for you - wherever you live (and what to avoid) Most people select an Internet vendor and don't switch when better options become available. Technology continually changes - find out if you're paying too much or if you're using obsolete connectivity After all there could be faster AND cheaper choices for you. Great Now you have an amazing Internet connection. is your router actually protecting you Find out here: https://youtu.be/NxBW23np8zk Here's the video you should watch to understand how multi-WAN Internet works and what equipment choices you have:" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=tnasKO6FI1U) 2025-01-09T18:33Z 76.4K followers, [---] engagements "Two Macro Decks Under $60 Are They Any Good So youve decided that you want a macro pad or stream deck but you dont want to spend the kind of money that a Elgato Megalodon Razer and Keychron cost. I dont blame you. You could make your own with AutoHotInterceptor and HidMacros and a little patience OR you could spend as little as $25 for a fully-baked solution I cover the $25 no-frills Sayo mechanical pad and the LCD-key Ulanzi D200 at $54. Find out if theyre just as good as their expensive counterparts Get the Sayo here: https://www.newegg.com/p/32N-04S9-00006Item=9SIBEKHK7E6537& (Newegg" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=wIwe85y0rNU) 2025-03-13T16:47Z 76.4K followers, [----] engagements "Dad Explains Indoor Air Quality: Whats Poisoning Your Air (and What Fixes It) Is your home making you sick In this first episode of Dad Explains Everything we break down indoor air pollution what causes it what actually improves it and whats just overpriced nonsense. Youll learn: The invisible pollutants lurking in your home (PM2.5 VOCs mold and more) What air cleaners actually work and which ones are just TikTok hype How HVAC filters ventilation and even your stove affect air quality The real deal on indoor plants ionizers salt lamps and ozone gadgets A step-by-step game plan to clean your" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=waKtGFxNDLM) 2025-08-02T16:37Z 76.4K followers, 15.1K engagements "Dad Ruins Chakras: The New Age Myth That Won't Die Chakra-related beliefs have been around for CENTURIES. New Age woo woo has been around for a handful of decades. Watch me ruin both in mere MINUTES Are your chakras rotated Your energy blocked No prisoners here. it's all going down in flames Have you had first-hand experiences with energy healing I've got you covered too I have a particular set of skills. and it's debunking and ruining things that some people swear by and hold dear. Please like and subscribe Chapters: 0:00 - intro 0:53 - a timeline 5:52 - a list 9:02 - conclusion and a" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=x-4gcEQVGBE) 2025-03-05T14:36Z 76.4K followers, [----] engagements "Have a Netgear router or WAP Find out if you're in danger Recently it was TP-Link. This week it's Netgear. PSV-2023-0039 and PSV-2021-0017 are critical vulnerabilities that can compromise your network and expose your data Protect yourself here: https://youtu.be/NxBW23np8zk This just continues to reinforce that routers are a popular target for attack. Check out my longer video explaining how vulnerable you may be and what you can do about it. In less than [--] minutes you can learn how to be properly protected. Over half of the people that will watch this video are using out-of-support equipment" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=0pGgxGKshq0) 2025-02-06T15:49Z 76.4K followers, [---] engagements "The Recycling Lie: Where Your Trash Really Ends Up China (via the National Sword policy) fundamentally changed the way the US handled curbside recyclables in [----] but the recycling system has been broken since its inception. This video covers how the system is broken what could be better and what actually works. Let's separate fact from fiction as I ruin recycling Please let me know about YOUR experiences with recycling in the comments This video is USA-centric in terms of my research but I'd like to hear what the realities of recycling in other countries are. I have a particular set of" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=2LGI-XshGBw) 2025-03-31T20:21Z 76.4K followers, [----] engagements "Dad Ruins Multi-Level Marketing (MLM) Companies. LET'S GO What do Amway Herbalife LuLaRoe Mary Kay Tupperware Plexus Young Living doTERRA Beachbody Monat Rodan + Fields Pampered Chef Nu Skin Forever Living Arbonne and Younique have in common Theyre all multi-level marketing (MLM) companies. MLM journeys typically begin with a high-pressure recruitment and end in lost time damaged relationships and financial carnage. The MLM model dates back to the 1930s and bears a large similarity to pyramid schemes. Find out more in this installment of Dad Ruins Everything Please let me know about YOUR" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=8lsArlXBEI0) 2025-03-20T14:24Z [---] followers, [--] engagements "Dad Ruins Ridesharing: Uber Lyft and the Gig Work Illusion Ridesharing promised cheap convenient transportation and flexible gig work. But behind the shiny apps and 5-star ratings is a broken system of surge pricing driver exploitation surveillance and corporate greenwashing. In this episode of Dad Ruins Everything I take on Uber Lyft and the dark side of the rideshare revolution. From VC-fueled fare subsidies to the bait-and-switch of the gig economy Ill break down how we got here and whos paying the price. If youve ever waited [--] minutes for a $42 Comfort Connect ride while wondering why" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=9Gki4_f9TkE) 2025-06-01T04:48Z 76.4K followers, [----] engagements "Dad Ruins TikTok & Instagram Shops Dollar Store Roulette for Your Face (or wallet) TikTok and Instagram Shops are turning your feed into a minefield of cheap knockoffs fake reviews and chemical skin disasters. What looks like a deal is often drop-shipped junk wrapped in hype and sold by someone who cant spell retinol. In this episode of Dad Ruins Everything I expose the real mechanics behind in-app shopping from impulse-buy psychology to counterfeit ingredients and influencer commissions. If youve ever bought a smart ring that wasnt smart or a skin serum that made your face tingle in a bad" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=L8oLl7yndII) 2025-06-21T15:11Z 76.4K followers, [----] engagements "The Truth About AI: It's Not What You Were Promised Artificial Intelligence is everywherewriting papers making art chatting like a human - but it's not what you think it is. Come with me as I reveal where we are on the AI timeline and myths hype and hilarious contradictions behind the AI craze. From sentient chatbot fears to the truth about your job being stolen we separate sci-fi fantasy from silicon reality. 📉 Spoiler: Your toaster isnt plotting against you. 💬 Got a hot take on AI Drop it in the commentsunless you're a robot (looking at you GPT). 🔔 Like Subscribe & Hit That Bell if" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=OGOopSOSgDU) 2025-04-10T13:03Z 76.4K followers, [----] engagements "Red Light Therapy EXPOSED - The Science and the Scam Red light therapy promises to boost your mitochondria cure chronic pain erase wrinkles and maybe even balance your chakrasif you're into that sort of thing. But does the science match the influencer hype Or are you just bathing in overpriced Christmas lights In this episode of Dad Ruins Everything we investigate the glowing claims behind red and near-infrared light therapy. From celebrity endorsements to dubious health promises we break down what the research actually saysand what the wellness industry doesnt want you to question. Yes I" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=OMqBGqVwegM) 2025-05-09T17:40Z [---] followers, [--] engagements "Dad Ruins Diatomaceous Earth Why You Shouldn't Eat Bug Killer Powder Today we ruin one of the weirdest wellness trends yet: Diatomaceous Earth (DE). Special thanks to Buckleupbucko for the video topic. Sure its great for killing bugs and filtering pools but sprinkle it in your smoothie for "gut health" Yeah not so much. In this episode I break down: What DE actually is What it really does (spoiler: mostly kills bugs) Why the health claims dont hold up to scientific scrutiny The real risks of eating or inhaling it How marketing turned a bag of dirt into a $30 "detox" cure If youve ever" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=PhLSiPjaWBA) 2025-04-26T12:21Z 76.4K followers, [----] engagements "Dad Ruins BetterHelp The Uber of Therapy But Much Worse BetterHelp claims to offer affordable flexible and stigma-free mental health care. But once you dig in youll find a therapy-lite subscription service that exploits therapists mishandles user data and delivers inconsistent (and sometimes dangerous) care. 👍 Like subscribe and drop your worst BetterHelp story in the comments. In this episode I break down the reality of BetterHelp from FTC fines to fake flexibility and explain why this therapy-shaped product might not be the help people actually need. Whether youve considered trying it been" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=S7j_BeSBkCM) 2025-06-13T14:19Z 76.4K followers, [----] engagements "Dad Ruins Life360 Outsmarted Parents Surveillance and Safety Life360 claims it keeps your family safe by letting you track their every move. But is it really about safety or is it just surveillance disguised as peace of mind In this episode I dive into how Life360 works the hidden data risks the toxic trust issues it creates and why kids are finding creative ways to spoof their locations. Well unpack: Why parents love it Why kids hate it Why it's not great that Life360 has your data The psychological impact of constant tracking If it actually keeps anyone safer If youve ever felt creeped out" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=SxDV_s_TFJQ) 2025-07-03T19:29Z 76.4K followers, [----] engagements "Duolingo: You're not learning a language and Duo the Owl is a fraud Duolingo promises to teach you a language for freein just minutes a day But behind the streaks gems and guilt-tripping owl lies a gamified trap thats better at selling ads than building fluency. In this episode I break down what Duolingo actually does why it doesnt really work and what language-learning tools are worth your time. 💥 Spoiler: Streaks don't equal fluency 💬 Watch to find out: What Duolingo does and doesn't do Duolingo's past (and present) sins What tools will actually teach you another language 📢 Share this" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=XHDOzNbOpE4) 2025-07-22T11:32Z 76.4K followers, [----] engagements "Don't Buy Red Light Devices Dad Ruins Red Light Therapy Want to boost your mitochondria cure chronic pain erase wrinkles and maybe even balance your chakras (if you're into that sort of thing) Well these devices definitely won't do that. In this episode of Dad Ruins Everything I dive into the glowing claims and the science behind red and near-infrared light therapy. From celebrity endorsements to dubious health promises I cover what the wellness industry doesnt want you to question. Kudos if you were skeptical of the CHEAP red light devices but what about the EXPENSIVE ones I have you covered" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=YT9S2X3gZ1g) 2025-08-06T15:07Z 76.4K followers, [----] engagements "One year with SpaceX's Starlink - ordering installing availability and performance Learn about the ownership experience of SpaceX's Starlink from ordering to installation and configuration. If you already have Starlink learn how to take your Starlink from "Good" to "Great" Optimize your Starlink performance here: https://youtu.be/-yj1cnkLJEs See Starlink compared with other popular connectivity options here: https://www.youtube.com/watchv=91wuHT2_LQY .or a blog (how quaint) here: https://www.dad-the-engineer.com/ Chapters: 0:00 - intro 0:41 - comparing satellite Internet providers 2:08 -" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=aw2zlUF7YgU) 2024-11-24T15:33Z [--] followers, [---] engagements "Chiropractics Cracks Quacks and Ghosts #shorts #wellnessscam #chiropractic #chiropractor They call it medicine but is it really Did you know it came from a ghost Check out @Dad-The-Engineer In this episode of Dad Ruins Everything I crack into the truth behind chiropractic care. From "subluxations" to spine-snapping theatrics I examine how this billion-dollar industry markets itself as healthcare while often operating on pseudoscience. Also find out if this is just a US thing or if chiropractic care is popular around the world. 🚨 Are chiropractors real doctors 🧠 Does spinal alignment really" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=dl0tyW6m7aU) 2025-05-28T22:36Z [---] followers, [----] engagements "Employee Computer and Phone Surveillance EXPOSED #shorts #bossware #dadruinseverything #spyware Remote work exploded. So did corporate surveillance - company spyware. From keystroke logging to webcam spying productivity software is now a $2.2 billion industry designed to watch you. Watch the video to see how corporate spyware likeTeramind Hubstaff ActivTrak Veriato InterGuard StaffCop Time Doctor Microsoft Viva are watching you and compromising your personal data. See the full video here: https://youtu.be/pWpch45oSeE" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=g0_9JuKn1Cw) 2025-05-03T20:54Z [---] followers, [---] engagements "Red Light Therapy Scam or Science #shorts #redlighttherapybenefits #scam #healthdebunked Check out the long-form debunks at @Dad-The-Engineer They say red light therapy boosts energy heals injuries and erases wrinkles. Influencers are obsessed. But what does the actual science say Spoiler: it's not what they want you to believe. ⚠ Watch the full breakdown here https://youtu.be/OMqBGqVwegM Dad Ruins Everything: shining real light on pseudoscience. https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCQJ6TLmSI26TD4FSqavgZ6A red light therapy photobiomodulation low level laser therapy wellness scams biohacking" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=gyr8JyHaXkc) 2025-05-12T16:27Z 76.4K followers, [----] engagements "Dad Ruins Ozempic: The Dangerous Truth About the Skinny Shot Ozempic is everywherecelebs are using it your cousins using it your doctor might be on it. But whats really going on with this so-called miracle weight loss drug In this episode of Dad Ruins Everything I dig into the truth behind Ozempic Wegovy and other GLP-1 medications. Is it the end of obesity or just another pharmaceutical gold rush What are the side effects they dont talk about And why are people injecting themselves to lose ten pounds before vacation Please let me know about YOUR experiences with GLP-1s in the comments I have" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=iGqig_1bo7E) 2025-04-06T13:08Z 76.4K followers, [----] engagements "Why Uber and Lyft Suck (even when you liked them) 💸 #Rideshare #Uber #Lyft #Shorts Ridesharing promised cheap convenient transportation and flexible gig work. But behind the shiny apps and 5-star ratings is a broken system of surge pricing driver exploitation surveillance and corporate greenwashing. Watch the full video here: https://youtu.be/9Gki4_f9TkE .and please like this video to help me reach more people 📺 Watch more videos like this in the full Dad Ruins series: https://www.youtube.com/playlistlist=PL1pQmQBUyTrhxDsoURDHyydmPQQMemDhh #Uber #Lyft #DadRuinsEverything #Rideshare" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=mBaogd2H1Zg) 2025-06-03T20:08Z [---] followers, [---] engagements "Dad Ruins Essential Oils: Pet Poison Snake Oil or Fancy Air Freshener Essential oils are everywhere in your diffuser your friends sales pitch and your Instagram feed. They're sold as miracle cures for anxiety headaches colds and even cancer. But is there any science behind the smell In this episode of Dad Ruins Everything I dive into the world of essential oils aromatherapy and MLM marketing. Well explore: What essential oils are (and aren't) The REAL science vs. the hype Dangerous misinformation about ingestion and pets How pyramid schemes (HB Naturals Young Living DoTerra NYR Organic" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=prSV2cFPkqI) 2025-05-18T14:42Z 76.4K followers, [----] engagements "What you need to know before starting Ozempic Wegovy or other GLP-1s #shorts #glp1forweightloss Check out the long-form debunks at @Dad-The-Engineer Ozempic Wegovy Saxenda Mounjaro and other GLP-1 medications are seemingly everywhere. Are they safe See the full video here: https://youtu.be/iGqig_1bo7E See the full Dad Ruins Everything playlist here: https://www.youtube.com/playlistlist=PL1pQmQBUyTrhxDsoURDHyydmPQQMemDhh #glp1 #glp1forweightloss ozempic wegovy saxenda mounjaro weight loss weight loss injection side effects weight loss injections reviews #glp1 #glp1forweightloss ozempic wegovy" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=psKytszSCJM) 2025-04-09T14:23Z 76.4K followers, [---] engagements "Part 2: Make your Starlink FASTER SpaceX's Starlink is already slower than cable and fiber so make the most of what you have. Part [--] covers decreasing wifi congestion and optimizing your antenna aim. If you missed Part [--] see it here: https://youtu.be/-yj1cnkLJEs Find out what Starlink is like from purchase to installation to the user experience here: https://youtu.be/aw2zlUF7YgU See Starlink compared with other popular connectivity options here: https://www.youtube.com/watchv=91wuHT2_LQY .or a blog (how quaint) here: https://www.dad-the-engineer.com/ Chapters: 0:00 - intro 0:47 - the problem" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=rv86FHZak3k) 2024-12-01T17:59Z [--] followers, [--] engagements "Collagen Supplement Scams: Why Science Says They Dont Work Dad Ruins Collagen Expensive Magical Cow Dust Collagen supplements are everywhere from powdered drinks to skin creams promising to erase wrinkles rebuild joints and make you younger stronger and shinier. But what if its all just overpriced cow and fish leftovers Today I ruin the myths around collagen powders drinks creams and gummies and explain what actually works (and what doesn't) when it comes to keeping your skin and joints healthy. If you've ever been tempted by a $60 tub of promises this video is for you. 💬 Have your own" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=shb3JnkL4kI) 2025-04-22T16:59Z 76.4K followers, [----] engagements "Dad Ruins YouTube SEO: Lies Creators Keep Falling For 🔴 Dad Ruins YouTube SEO Lies Scams and Empty Promises Theres an entire industry built around YouTube SEO and most of it is complete nonsense. "Experts" claim they have special magical insight into algorithms they've never seen and probably couldn't even read if they had access. I can't tell you which SEO gurus are lying and which are just wrong. but I can explain how the real SEO landscape works why most advice is useless and how to set your expectations realistically. If youre tired of empty promises about "gaming the algorithm" this" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=ucIREvyBmTM) 2025-01-22T00:10Z 76.4K followers, [----] engagements "Dad Ruins MLMs The Pyramid Scheme You Think Is a Business Multi-level marketing companies promise financial freedom flexible schedules and the chance to be your own boss. But what are they really offering In this episode of Dad Ruins Everything we dig into the world of MLMswhere the real money is made by recruiting others not selling overpriced essential oils leggings or gut health shakes. From Herbalife to doTERRA and from LuLaRoe to Monat we break down the cult tactics false promises and financial traps baked into this business model. 🎯 Spoiler: Almost EVERYONE loses money 👍 Like 💬" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=ysxLJ2BtIW0) 2025-05-23T17:48Z 76.4K followers, [---] engagements "Access Pi-hole or AdGuard Home Remotely with Tailscale There's nothing worse than implementing effective ad and telemetry blocking at home and then having it all come back when you leave the house. This tutorial shows you how to make your mobile devices use your DNS filtering no matter where you are. I'll show you how to use Tailscale to connect your devices to your Pi-hole. No DDNS. No mapped ports. And no double-NAT/CGNAT limitations. Less than [--] minutes. For the grand total of $0. EVEN IF YOU HAVE A POTATO FOR A ROUTER In case you don't have ad blocking/DNS filtering in place yet check" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=eXfCyZqb360) 2026-02-08T16:49Z 76.4K followers, [----] engagements "Dad Explains Credit Scores and Ruins Credit Repair Agencies Credit scores arent made-up BS but credit repair often is. You dad should have explained all of this to you but I'm happy to help out In this special Dad Explains / Dad Ruins crossover I break down how credit scores and credit reports actually work where they came from how lenders use them and why so many credit repair companies are either ineffective unethical or outright illegal. Well cover: What credit scores really measure (and what they dont) How Experian Equifax and TransUnion fit into the system FICO vs VantageScore and why" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=Xt-FCzY4z5k) 2026-01-24T01:14Z 76.4K followers, [----] engagements "Dual Pi-hole Setup for High Availability (with Nebula Sync) Whats better than one Pi-hole Two Pi-holes In this episode of Dad Explains Everything I walk you through setting up dual Pi-hole instances with Nebula Sync so your network keeps working even if one Raspberry Pi dies locks up or gets unplugged by someone who was just dusting. 📄 Worksheet & commands: https://www.dad-the-engineer.com/blog/setting-up-nebula-sync-for-two-pi-hole-instances-worksheet Check to see if you are a raffle winner: https://www.dad-the-engineer.com/blog/winner-winner-chicken-dinner Prior relevant videos:" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=XMtTwe60-VI) 2026-01-01T17:36Z 76.4K followers, 12.5K engagements "Dad Explains AdGuard Home - Block Ads on Your Whole Network (Easy Raspberry Pi Guide) Take back your privacy - one Raspberry Pi at a time. In this episode of Dad Explains Everything I walk you through installing AdGuard Home on a Raspberry Pi step-by-step copy-and-paste friendly beginner-safe and without needing to know Linux. If you watched my Pi-hole video this is the natural follow-up. If you watched my DNS Filtering explainer this is the next achievement badge. And if youve done absolutely none of that buckle up because youre about to block a shocking amount of garbage from every device" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=i8TY44YaVNw) 2025-12-21T00:08Z 76.4K followers, 34K engagements "Your Pi-hole Isnt Catching Everything Plus everything I missed in Part [--] Pi-hole - Oops edition is here After A MINIMUM of 300+ successful installs in [--] days I pulled your comments built a word cloud and put all the missing pieces in one place: hardware picks blocklists (and breakage) device groups whitelisting why your ISP router stinks how to stop Roku/PlayStation/Chromecast/Google TV and DoH/DoT from bypassing your filters plus easy ways to use your Pi-hole on the go (Tailscale/Twingate/VPN). I also updated the worksheet to fix the most common issues. Links mentioned: Updated Worksheet" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=SWJ5i7WZmYw) 2025-12-13T16:51Z 76.4K followers, 32.2K engagements "Stop the spying Fix It with a Raspberry Pi + Pi-hole + Unbound (Complete Guide) You know whats fun Realizing your home network leaks more data than a cracked aquarium. You know whats more fun Stopping it IN LESS THAN [--] MINUTES In this full tutorial I walk you through installing Pi-hole on a Raspberry Pi - and then leveling up with Unbound a local recursive DNS resolver that gives you actual privacy from ISPs apps Smart TVs and advertisers. 🧾 Download the Worksheet HERE: https://www.dad-the-engineer.com/blog/rpi-pi-hole-unbound-optional-worksheet The companion worksheet includes: All" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=RoKi4-MCLRw) 2025-12-04T23:41Z 76.4K followers, 128.2K engagements "Your ISP Is Watching Everything - Fix It With DNS Filtering If your Smart TV is spying on you your phone is narcing and your ISP is selling your secrets this video is for you. THE PI-HOLE VIDEO IS OUT Check it out here: https://youtu.be/RoKi4-MCLRw DNS filtering sounds boring but it quietly kills 7090% of the junk your devices are constantly trying to talk to tracking servers advertising servers telemetry data brokers Smart TV ACR endpoints botnet callbacks malware domains and all kinds of nonsense that has nothing to do with what youre actually doing online. And the best part I have" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=DqJz3lVowCQ) 2025-11-18T22:25Z 76.4K followers, 576.3K engagements "Part [--] - FAQ - Stop your TV from SPYING ON YOU This is a follow up to my video on Smart TV Surveillance. If you missed it you can watch it here: https://youtu.be/PXsERGUtSPo Please use the YouTube "hype" feature on my video if you can. Thanks This video addresses the most common questions in the comments of the last video and includes an expanded section for turning off the surveillance settings for Sony Roku Samsung LG Insignia Panasonic TCL Vizion Hisense Phillips and Toshiba TVs - as well as Amazin Fire TV and Apple TV streaming devices. 🔧 Chapters: 0:00 - Why there's a follow-up 0:44 -" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=-uq5Vc-L4YQ) 2025-11-01T19:22Z 76.4K followers, 27.6K engagements "Your TV is spying on you - Find out how and turn it off PART [--] with much more complete list of TVs and streamer devices is here: https://youtu.be/-uq5Vc-L4YQ Ever wonder why your massive TV costs less than your cell phone The price of a TV is subsidized by them being ad platforms data collectors and sensor-laden devices. Oh and they're TVs too. In this episode you'll find out how Samsung LG Roku Hisense Vizio Sony Panasonic Phillips Sharp TCL and Toshiba and others quietly turn your home theater into a surveillance economy terminal. Youll see: How Smart TVs actually track you through ACR" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=PXsERGUtSPo) 2025-10-27T13:52Z 76.4K followers, 1.2M engagements "Dad Ruins LifeLock & Identity Theft Protection $30/Month for False Security Think LifeLock Aura or Identity Guard can actually stop identity theft Think again. In this episode of Dad Ruins Everything I dig into the billion-dollar identity theft protection industry including LifeLocks infamous CEO stunt (and FTC fines) Aura Identity Guard IdentityForce and even Experian IdentityWorks. Youll learn: Why LifeLocks CEO had his identity stolen at least [--] times The FTC lawsuits and $100M penalty against LifeLock Why Aura and Identity Guard are the same company in different packaging What dark web" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=pzOChrVuEKg) 2025-09-09T15:11Z 76.4K followers, 55.1K engagements "Dad Explains LED Lighting How They Work Blue LEDs CRI and What to Avoid One does not simply make light unless youre Shuji Nakamura inventing the blue LED in the 1990s. In this episode of Dad Explains Everything I break down LED lighting: How LEDs actually make light Why the invention of the blue LED won a Nobel Prize What color temperature and CRI really mean (and why your IKEA lamp makes your apples look rotten) Why most LED bulbs dont last as long as the package claims How much money LEDs actually save you even on cooling costs Which LED solutions to buy (and which ones to avoid) Whether" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=lRrldOntW9Q) 2025-09-03T23:00Z 76.4K followers, [----] engagements "Dad Ruins AG1 (Athletic Greens) $100/month for Fancy Green Kool-Aid Dad Ruins AG1 (Athletic Greens) $100/month for Fancy Green Kool-Aid Athletic Greens rebranded itself as AG1 and convinced the world that a scoop of powdered plants is the nutritional equivalent of a balanced diet. With a billion-dollar valuation endless podcast ads and celebrity endorsements AG1 markets itself as the shortcut to better health. But what is it really A glorified multivitamin with mystery dust A $100/month subscription to placebo greens Or the bottled water scam all over again selling you what you already have" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=OrU3NkduDzQ) 2025-08-24T16:43Z 76.4K followers, [----] engagements "Dad Explains Password Managers Convenience Clouds and Catastrophes 🔑 Dad Explains Password Managers Convenience Clouds and Catastrophes Remember your first password Probably something like [---] password1 or if you were fancy Dragon420 Fast forward to [----] and youre told every password needs to be [--] characters long have hieroglyphics in it and be unique for every site youve ever touched. Thats why password managers exist. But are they safe In this episode of Dad Explains Everything I cover: The history of passwords (and their endless problems) How password managers work (and what" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=1RjBxAnGV_A) 2025-08-20T17:17Z 76.4K followers, 22.9K engagements "Dad Ruins VPNs - Are you safe What the ads aren't telling you. Are 3rd-party VPNs really the magic cloak of invisibility that YouTubers podcasters and privacy experts claim they are In this episode of Dad Ruins Everything I break down what VPNs actually do what they dont do and why you might just be paying to route all your traffic through a strangers server farm. Ill cover: The marketing promises vs. reality Real security risks VPN ads never mention Data breaches scandals and shady ownership in the VPN industry The very limited cases where a VPN actually makes sense Which VPN brands rank" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=khRloPgR6aY) 2025-08-09T19:00Z 76.4K followers, 262.8K engagements "Don't Buy Red Light Devices Dad Ruins Red Light Therapy Want to boost your mitochondria cure chronic pain erase wrinkles and maybe even balance your chakras (if you're into that sort of thing) Well these devices definitely won't do that. In this episode of Dad Ruins Everything I dive into the glowing claims and the science behind red and near-infrared light therapy. From celebrity endorsements to dubious health promises I cover what the wellness industry doesnt want you to question. Kudos if you were skeptical of the CHEAP red light devices but what about the EXPENSIVE ones I have you covered" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=YT9S2X3gZ1g) 2025-08-06T15:07Z 76.4K followers, [----] engagements "Dad Explains Indoor Air Quality: Whats Poisoning Your Air (and What Fixes It) Is your home making you sick In this first episode of Dad Explains Everything we break down indoor air pollution what causes it what actually improves it and whats just overpriced nonsense. Youll learn: The invisible pollutants lurking in your home (PM2.5 VOCs mold and more) What air cleaners actually work and which ones are just TikTok hype How HVAC filters ventilation and even your stove affect air quality The real deal on indoor plants ionizers salt lamps and ozone gadgets A step-by-step game plan to clean your" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=waKtGFxNDLM) 2025-08-02T16:37Z 76.4K followers, 15.1K engagements "Duolingo: You're not learning a language and Duo the Owl is a fraud Duolingo promises to teach you a language for freein just minutes a day But behind the streaks gems and guilt-tripping owl lies a gamified trap thats better at selling ads than building fluency. In this episode I break down what Duolingo actually does why it doesnt really work and what language-learning tools are worth your time. 💥 Spoiler: Streaks don't equal fluency 💬 Watch to find out: What Duolingo does and doesn't do Duolingo's past (and present) sins What tools will actually teach you another language 📢 Share this" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=XHDOzNbOpE4) 2025-07-22T11:32Z 76.4K followers, [----] engagements "Why Instacart Amazon and DoorDash Fail Everyone - Dad Ruins Grocery Delivery Services Imagine paying triple for groceries only to receive melted ice cream rock-hard avocados and mystery substitutions. Grocery delivery apps like Instacart Shipt Amazon Fresh Walmart Spark DoorDash and Uber Eats promise convenience but deliver disappointment exploit drivers hurt grocery stores and secretly harvest your data. In this episode of Dad Ruins Everything we explore: How grocery delivery apps exploit gig workers leaving them earning less than minimum wage after expenses. The hidden fees and inflated" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=SlhqqODEOiM) 2025-07-16T19:26Z 76.4K followers, [----] engagements "Why nobody sees your resume - Dad Ruins Job Applications & ATS Hiring Have you ever applied for your dream job and heard nothing back In this episode of Dad Ruins Everything I break down why most job applications are never even seen by a human. From Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS) that reject you for missing keywords to algorithms that rank you based on formatting your resume might be ghosted before a recruiter ever opens it. ✅ Why ATS filters are broken ✅ How to optimize your resume for AI parsing ✅ Why networking is more powerful than applying cold ✅ My personal data on applying to over" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=plVT8HSu5HI) 2025-07-06T00:06Z 76.4K followers, [----] engagements "Dad Ruins Life360 Outsmarted Parents Surveillance and Safety Life360 claims it keeps your family safe by letting you track their every move. But is it really about safety or is it just surveillance disguised as peace of mind In this episode I dive into how Life360 works the hidden data risks the toxic trust issues it creates and why kids are finding creative ways to spoof their locations. Well unpack: Why parents love it Why kids hate it Why it's not great that Life360 has your data The psychological impact of constant tracking If it actually keeps anyone safer If youve ever felt creeped out" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=SxDV_s_TFJQ) 2025-07-03T19:29Z 76.4K followers, [----] engagements "Dad Ruins Ground News: Biased Bias Ratings Ground News claims to show you every side of a story but what if their bias ratings are just as biased as the outlets they grade Today Dad Ruins Ground News (thanks Amanda). Well dive into how the app oversells its capabilities what it actually does under the hood and why its ratings might be more like news astrology than objective truth. 💥 Spoiler: Save your money - you probably already know the bias of most popular news outlets. 💬 Watch to find out: How Ground News calculates bias Whether its helping or hurting critical thinking What their" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=AG2wNJsAk9E) 2025-06-29T15:15Z 76.4K followers, 14.9K engagements "Dad Ruins TikTok & Instagram Shops Dollar Store Roulette for Your Face (or wallet) TikTok and Instagram Shops are turning your feed into a minefield of cheap knockoffs fake reviews and chemical skin disasters. What looks like a deal is often drop-shipped junk wrapped in hype and sold by someone who cant spell retinol. In this episode of Dad Ruins Everything I expose the real mechanics behind in-app shopping from impulse-buy psychology to counterfeit ingredients and influencer commissions. If youve ever bought a smart ring that wasnt smart or a skin serum that made your face tingle in a bad" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=L8oLl7yndII) 2025-06-21T15:11Z 76.4K followers, [----] engagements "Dad Ruins BetterHelp The Uber of Therapy But Much Worse BetterHelp claims to offer affordable flexible and stigma-free mental health care. But once you dig in youll find a therapy-lite subscription service that exploits therapists mishandles user data and delivers inconsistent (and sometimes dangerous) care. 👍 Like subscribe and drop your worst BetterHelp story in the comments. In this episode I break down the reality of BetterHelp from FTC fines to fake flexibility and explain why this therapy-shaped product might not be the help people actually need. Whether youve considered trying it been" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=S7j_BeSBkCM) 2025-06-13T14:19Z 76.4K followers, [----] engagements "Dad Ruins Sketchy Cow Organ Pills - Express Edition Ladies are you hormonal tired and mysteriously low on beef uterus Well influencers have a fix for that and it comes in capsule form. In this episode of Dad Ruins Everything I dissect the absurd rise of bovine organ supplements marketed for her. Were talking dehydrated spleen cow colostrum and uterus powder wrapped in pink branding and ancestral buzzwords. Supposedly if ancient tribes did it you should too. Except thats not how nutrition hormones or science work. This episode was inspired by my oldest daughter who stepped in before a friend" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=VudNfXqeWtg) 2025-06-10T14:07Z 76.4K followers, [---] engagements "Dad Ruins Incogni and DeleteMe The Truth Behind Data Privacy Services Incogni DeleteMe OneRep Privacy Bee Optery and Kanary they all promise to scrub your personal data from the internet. But can you really pay for privacy in a system designed to leak 👍 Like subscribe and drop your worst data broker horror story in the comments. In this episode of Dad Ruins Everything I dig into the data privacy services that are flooding your favorite YouTube sponsorship segments. What do they actually do What dont they do And why do they all rely on fear subscription billing and illusion of control 💥" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=Db5yytjGAOQ) 2025-06-06T22:10Z 76.4K followers, 30.6K engagements "Dad Ruins Ridesharing: Uber Lyft and the Gig Work Illusion Ridesharing promised cheap convenient transportation and flexible gig work. But behind the shiny apps and 5-star ratings is a broken system of surge pricing driver exploitation surveillance and corporate greenwashing. In this episode of Dad Ruins Everything I take on Uber Lyft and the dark side of the rideshare revolution. From VC-fueled fare subsidies to the bait-and-switch of the gig economy Ill break down how we got here and whos paying the price. If youve ever waited [--] minutes for a $42 Comfort Connect ride while wondering why" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=9Gki4_f9TkE) 2025-06-01T04:48Z 76.4K followers, [----] engagements "Chiropractors Crack is whack (featuring ghosts) They call it medicine but is it really Did you know it came from a ghost In this episode of Dad Ruins Everything I crack into the truth behind chiropractic care. From "subluxations" to spine-snapping theatrics I examine how this billion-dollar industry markets itself as healthcare while often operating on pseudoscience. Also find out if this is just a US thing or if chiropractic care is popular around the world. 🚨 Are chiropractors real doctors 🧠 Does spinal alignment really fix everything from asthma to anxiety 🦴 And what about the risks" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=pGKd_PXH3do) 2025-05-28T15:50Z 76.4K followers, [----] engagements "Dad Ruins MLMs The Pyramid Scheme You Think Is a Business Multi-level marketing companies promise financial freedom flexible schedules and the chance to be your own boss. But what are they really offering In this episode of Dad Ruins Everything we dig into the world of MLMswhere the real money is made by recruiting others not selling overpriced essential oils leggings or gut health shakes. From Herbalife to doTERRA and from LuLaRoe to Monat we break down the cult tactics false promises and financial traps baked into this business model. 🎯 Spoiler: Almost EVERYONE loses money 👍 Like 💬" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=ysxLJ2BtIW0) 2025-05-23T17:48Z 76.4K followers, [---] engagements "Dad Ruins Essential Oils: Pet Poison Snake Oil or Fancy Air Freshener Essential oils are everywhere in your diffuser your friends sales pitch and your Instagram feed. They're sold as miracle cures for anxiety headaches colds and even cancer. But is there any science behind the smell In this episode of Dad Ruins Everything I dive into the world of essential oils aromatherapy and MLM marketing. Well explore: What essential oils are (and aren't) The REAL science vs. the hype Dangerous misinformation about ingestion and pets How pyramid schemes (HB Naturals Young Living DoTerra NYR Organic" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=prSV2cFPkqI) 2025-05-18T14:42Z 76.4K followers, [----] engagements "Red Light Therapy Scam or Science #shorts #redlighttherapybenefits #scam #healthdebunked Check out the long-form debunks at @Dad-The-Engineer They say red light therapy boosts energy heals injuries and erases wrinkles. Influencers are obsessed. But what does the actual science say Spoiler: it's not what they want you to believe. ⚠ Watch the full breakdown here https://youtu.be/OMqBGqVwegM Dad Ruins Everything: shining real light on pseudoscience. https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCQJ6TLmSI26TD4FSqavgZ6A red light therapy photobiomodulation low level laser therapy wellness scams biohacking" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=gyr8JyHaXkc) 2025-05-12T16:27Z 76.4K followers, [----] engagements "Corporate Spyware - Is Your Boss Watching You Right Now Dad Ruins Bossware Big Brother But Dumber Remote work exploded. So did corporate surveillance - company spyware. From keystroke logging to webcam spying productivity software is now a $2.2 billion industry designed to watch you. In this episode I break down the rise of bossware how it fails at everything except creating paranoia and why your Slack messages are probably being analyzed right now. Teramind Hubstaff ActivTrak Veriato InterGuard StaffCop Time Doctor Microsoft Viva are just some of the spyware vendors. Find out how what these" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=pWpch45oSeE) 2025-04-30T21:49Z 76.4K followers, [----] engagements "Dad Ruins Diatomaceous Earth Why You Shouldn't Eat Bug Killer Powder Today we ruin one of the weirdest wellness trends yet: Diatomaceous Earth (DE). Special thanks to Buckleupbucko for the video topic. Sure its great for killing bugs and filtering pools but sprinkle it in your smoothie for "gut health" Yeah not so much. In this episode I break down: What DE actually is What it really does (spoiler: mostly kills bugs) Why the health claims dont hold up to scientific scrutiny The real risks of eating or inhaling it How marketing turned a bag of dirt into a $30 "detox" cure If youve ever" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=PhLSiPjaWBA) 2025-04-26T12:21Z 76.4K followers, [----] engagements "Collagen Supplement Scams: Why Science Says They Dont Work Dad Ruins Collagen Expensive Magical Cow Dust Collagen supplements are everywhere from powdered drinks to skin creams promising to erase wrinkles rebuild joints and make you younger stronger and shinier. But what if its all just overpriced cow and fish leftovers Today I ruin the myths around collagen powders drinks creams and gummies and explain what actually works (and what doesn't) when it comes to keeping your skin and joints healthy. If you've ever been tempted by a $60 tub of promises this video is for you. 💬 Have your own" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=shb3JnkL4kI) 2025-04-22T16:59Z 76.4K followers, [----] engagements "The Detox Industry is a Scam Here's the Dirty Truth Detoxes and cleanses are everywhere but are they a scam In this video Dad Ruins Everything uncovers the truth about detox scams detox teas juice cleanses and the real risks you need to know. Should you pay for "luxury" diarrhea In this episode I wade deep into the swamp of pseudoscience to reveal the truth behind the detox industry. From colon flushes to miracle foot patches we expose the sketchy marketing zero science and very real health risks of these $4 billion wellness scams. 💊 Spoiler: Your liver doesnt need help from a powder named" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=3DImsFY4P80) 2025-04-15T18:31Z 76.4K followers, [----] engagements "The Truth About AI: It's Not What You Were Promised Artificial Intelligence is everywherewriting papers making art chatting like a human - but it's not what you think it is. Come with me as I reveal where we are on the AI timeline and myths hype and hilarious contradictions behind the AI craze. From sentient chatbot fears to the truth about your job being stolen we separate sci-fi fantasy from silicon reality. 📉 Spoiler: Your toaster isnt plotting against you. 💬 Got a hot take on AI Drop it in the commentsunless you're a robot (looking at you GPT). 🔔 Like Subscribe & Hit That Bell if" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=OGOopSOSgDU) 2025-04-10T13:03Z 76.4K followers, [----] engagements "What you need to know before starting Ozempic Wegovy or other GLP-1s #shorts #glp1forweightloss Check out the long-form debunks at @Dad-The-Engineer Ozempic Wegovy Saxenda Mounjaro and other GLP-1 medications are seemingly everywhere. Are they safe See the full video here: https://youtu.be/iGqig_1bo7E See the full Dad Ruins Everything playlist here: https://www.youtube.com/playlistlist=PL1pQmQBUyTrhxDsoURDHyydmPQQMemDhh #glp1 #glp1forweightloss ozempic wegovy saxenda mounjaro weight loss weight loss injection side effects weight loss injections reviews #glp1 #glp1forweightloss ozempic wegovy" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=psKytszSCJM) 2025-04-09T14:23Z 76.4K followers, [---] engagements "Dad Ruins Ozempic: The Dangerous Truth About the Skinny Shot Ozempic is everywherecelebs are using it your cousins using it your doctor might be on it. But whats really going on with this so-called miracle weight loss drug In this episode of Dad Ruins Everything I dig into the truth behind Ozempic Wegovy and other GLP-1 medications. Is it the end of obesity or just another pharmaceutical gold rush What are the side effects they dont talk about And why are people injecting themselves to lose ten pounds before vacation Please let me know about YOUR experiences with GLP-1s in the comments I have" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=iGqig_1bo7E) 2025-04-06T13:08Z 76.4K followers, [----] engagements "The Recycling Lie: Where Your Trash Really Ends Up China (via the National Sword policy) fundamentally changed the way the US handled curbside recyclables in [----] but the recycling system has been broken since its inception. This video covers how the system is broken what could be better and what actually works. Let's separate fact from fiction as I ruin recycling Please let me know about YOUR experiences with recycling in the comments This video is USA-centric in terms of my research but I'd like to hear what the realities of recycling in other countries are. I have a particular set of" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=2LGI-XshGBw) 2025-03-31T20:21Z 76.4K followers, [----] engagements "Dad Ruins CBD: The $6 Billion Wellness Scam Starting in [----] CBD products hit the market in a big way. And why not the benefits of CBD are widely known. CBD can reduce anxiety alleviate chronic pain improve sleep cure inflammation and help with everything from epilepsy to acne. Oh wait. never mind - it CAN'T do those things Find out the truth about CBD and why you shouldn't put YOUR money into the $6 billion a year industry in this installment of Dad Ruins Everything Please let me know about YOUR experiences with CBD in the comments I have a particular set of skills. and it's debunking and" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=7X5emSUlWYo) 2025-03-27T16:56Z 76.4K followers, [----] engagements "Dad Ruins Bottled Water: The $300 Billion Scam Bottled water has been around for [---] years and is a $300 billion dollar business. It's also mostly a marketing creation and a huge source of spending waste. Find out more in this installment of Dad Ruins Everything I have a particular set of skills. and it's debunking and ruining things that some people swear by and hold dear. Check out the rest of the Dad Ruins Everything series here: https://www.youtube.com/playlistlist=PL1pQmQBUyTrhxDsoURDHyydmPQQMemDhh Get a gallon of water for $.07 of filter cost with the Brita UltraMax Large Water" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=HjSd5FAIMJw) 2025-03-15T19:02Z 76.4K followers, [----] engagements "Two Macro Decks Under $60 Are They Any Good So youve decided that you want a macro pad or stream deck but you dont want to spend the kind of money that a Elgato Megalodon Razer and Keychron cost. I dont blame you. You could make your own with AutoHotInterceptor and HidMacros and a little patience OR you could spend as little as $25 for a fully-baked solution I cover the $25 no-frills Sayo mechanical pad and the LCD-key Ulanzi D200 at $54. Find out if theyre just as good as their expensive counterparts Get the Sayo here: https://www.newegg.com/p/32N-04S9-00006Item=9SIBEKHK7E6537& (Newegg" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=wIwe85y0rNU) 2025-03-13T16:47Z 76.4K followers, [----] engagements "The Truth About Tarot Cards: Ancient Wisdom or Expensive Guesswork Are tarot cards a mystical tool. or just medieval playing cards wrapped in marketing In this episode of Dad Ruins Everything I dig into the real history behind tarot how they became a "fortune-telling" phenomenon and why so many modern readers are selling you vibes instead of verifiable predictions. From ancient Italian game nights to AI-generated tarot decks let's uncover whether there's any magic here or just a lot of creative storytelling. Which cards do you know The Star The World The Sun [--] of Wands Ace of Cups King of" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=HO9Em0Y8iOQ) 2025-03-10T23:02Z 76.4K followers, [---] engagements "Dad Ruins Chakras: The New Age Myth That Won't Die Chakra-related beliefs have been around for CENTURIES. New Age woo woo has been around for a handful of decades. Watch me ruin both in mere MINUTES Are your chakras rotated Your energy blocked No prisoners here. it's all going down in flames Have you had first-hand experiences with energy healing I've got you covered too I have a particular set of skills. and it's debunking and ruining things that some people swear by and hold dear. Please like and subscribe Chapters: 0:00 - intro 0:53 - a timeline 5:52 - a list 9:02 - conclusion and a" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=x-4gcEQVGBE) 2025-03-05T14:36Z 76.4K followers, [----] engagements "Dad Ruins Extended Warranties: The Biggest Ripoff They Keep Selling You (Protection Plans too) Extended warranties and device protection just make sense right While it makes sense to limit your risk you need to understand the difference between a WARRANTY and an EXTENDED warranty. One exists for you and the other is a product sold for profit. Give me a few minutes to ruin extended warranties and device protection plans Heard of SquareTrade Asurion Assurant or AppleCare I have something for you too If you're one of the fortunate people that's had GOOD experiences with these products I have" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=VWCGvgObe44) 2025-02-22T18:21Z 76.4K followers, [----] engagements "Dad Ruins Astrology: The Ancient Scam That Won't Die Astrology has been around for CENTURIES. watch me ruin it in MINUTES Into birth charts Horoscopes No prisoners here. it's all going down in flames Have you had first-hand experiences with accurate astrology I've got you covered too I have a particular set of skills. and it's debunking and ruining things that some people swear by and hold dear. Please like and subscribe Chapters: 0:00 - Intro 2:48 - Then and now 5:07 - A list of problems 8:38 - Barnum statements 10:42 - Conclusions 12:12 - Outro astrology zodiac debunk aires taurus gemini" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=Jg9Yc7D2BM4) 2025-02-12T22:12Z 76.4K followers, [----] engagements "Have a Netgear router or WAP Find out if you're in danger Recently it was TP-Link. This week it's Netgear. PSV-2023-0039 and PSV-2021-0017 are critical vulnerabilities that can compromise your network and expose your data Protect yourself here: https://youtu.be/NxBW23np8zk This just continues to reinforce that routers are a popular target for attack. Check out my longer video explaining how vulnerable you may be and what you can do about it. In less than [--] minutes you can learn how to be properly protected. Over half of the people that will watch this video are using out-of-support equipment" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=0pGgxGKshq0) 2025-02-06T15:49Z 76.4K followers, [---] engagements "Amazon Vine Taxes: Understand the risks of Amazon Vine tax "strategies" - PART [--] Selecting thousands of dollars of products on Amazon's Vine program can be fun and a massive spending saver. It also has tax implications at the end of the year. Beware of the "experts" on YouTube and Reddit - following bad advice can cost you can IRS audit and fines. This video is a follow-up to https://youtu.be/84Cx3MHVPE8. My response to those asking about hobby income business income and swapping in fair market value (FMV) for estimated tax value (ETV) on the 1099-NEC provided by Amazon. Can you do these" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=evsM5X-PBjM) 2025-02-04T20:03Z 76.4K followers, [---] engagements "Dad Ruins YouTube SEO: Lies Creators Keep Falling For 🔴 Dad Ruins YouTube SEO Lies Scams and Empty Promises Theres an entire industry built around YouTube SEO and most of it is complete nonsense. "Experts" claim they have special magical insight into algorithms they've never seen and probably couldn't even read if they had access. I can't tell you which SEO gurus are lying and which are just wrong. but I can explain how the real SEO landscape works why most advice is useless and how to set your expectations realistically. If youre tired of empty promises about "gaming the algorithm" this" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=ucIREvyBmTM) 2025-01-22T00:10Z 76.4K followers, [----] engagements "Discover what your router does and what ELSE it can do for you Is your router just a box that sits on a table or the floor This video tells you what it does and about the most common features it has that you may not be using (yet). Before you get too comfortable you should know that your router may be unsafe. Find out more here: https://youtu.be/NxBW23np8zk Here's a short addressing loading 3rd-party firmware on disposable routers: https://youtube.com/shorts/k5FYnA1jVnYfeature=share Here's the video you should watch to understand how multi-WAN Internet works and what equipment choices you" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=0vvxMVhN92Y) 2025-01-17T22:40Z 76.4K followers, [----] engagements "The best Internet connection option for you - wherever you live (and what to avoid) Most people select an Internet vendor and don't switch when better options become available. Technology continually changes - find out if you're paying too much or if you're using obsolete connectivity After all there could be faster AND cheaper choices for you. Great Now you have an amazing Internet connection. is your router actually protecting you Find out here: https://youtu.be/NxBW23np8zk Here's the video you should watch to understand how multi-WAN Internet works and what equipment choices you have:" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=tnasKO6FI1U) 2025-01-09T18:33Z 76.4K followers, [---] engagements Limited data mode. Full metrics available with subscription: lunarcrush.com/pricing
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"Your ISP Is Watching Everything - Fix It With DNS Filtering If your Smart TV is spying on you your phone is narcing and your ISP is selling your secrets this video is for you. THE PI-HOLE VIDEO IS OUT Check it out here: https://youtu.be/RoKi4-MCLRw DNS filtering sounds boring but it quietly kills 7090% of the junk your devices are constantly trying to talk to tracking servers advertising servers telemetry data brokers Smart TV ACR endpoints botnet callbacks malware domains and all kinds of nonsense that has nothing to do with what youre actually doing online. And the best part I have"
YouTube Link 2025-11-18T22:25Z 76.4K followers, 576.3K engagements
"Dad Explains AdGuard Home - Block Ads on Your Whole Network (Easy Raspberry Pi Guide) Take back your privacy - one Raspberry Pi at a time. In this episode of Dad Explains Everything I walk you through installing AdGuard Home on a Raspberry Pi step-by-step copy-and-paste friendly beginner-safe and without needing to know Linux. If you watched my Pi-hole video this is the natural follow-up. If you watched my DNS Filtering explainer this is the next achievement badge. And if youve done absolutely none of that buckle up because youre about to block a shocking amount of garbage from every device"
YouTube Link 2025-12-21T00:08Z 76.4K followers, 34K engagements
"Dad Ruins VPNs - Are you safe What the ads aren't telling you. Are 3rd-party VPNs really the magic cloak of invisibility that YouTubers podcasters and privacy experts claim they are In this episode of Dad Ruins Everything I break down what VPNs actually do what they dont do and why you might just be paying to route all your traffic through a strangers server farm. Ill cover: The marketing promises vs. reality Real security risks VPN ads never mention Data breaches scandals and shady ownership in the VPN industry The very limited cases where a VPN actually makes sense Which VPN brands rank"
YouTube Link 2025-08-09T19:00Z 76.4K followers, 262.8K engagements
"The Detox Industry is a Scam Here's the Dirty Truth Detoxes and cleanses are everywhere but are they a scam In this video Dad Ruins Everything uncovers the truth about detox scams detox teas juice cleanses and the real risks you need to know. Should you pay for "luxury" diarrhea In this episode I wade deep into the swamp of pseudoscience to reveal the truth behind the detox industry. From colon flushes to miracle foot patches we expose the sketchy marketing zero science and very real health risks of these $4 billion wellness scams. 💊 Spoiler: Your liver doesnt need help from a powder named"
YouTube Link 2025-04-15T18:31Z 76.4K followers, [----] engagements
"Creality Space Pi Filament Dryer Review. Improve your prints without breaking the bank Improve the quality of your 3D FDM prints without modding your printer. Learn how common filaments are affected by moisture and see how the Creality Space Pi filament dryer helps. Learn how to improve your 3D printer in [--] minutes here: https://youtu.be/Gz-Ep5dRtuQ If you want a Creality Space Pi and want to support me purchase it here: https://amzn.to/3YIXMZf .or my blog (how quaint) here: https://www.dad-the-engineer.com/ Chapters 0:00 - Intro 0:25 - Wet filament is bad 1:16 - Is my room dry enough for the"
YouTube Link 2024-11-10T02:41Z 64.3K followers, [---] engagements
"Dad Ruins CBD: The $6 Billion Wellness Scam Starting in [----] CBD products hit the market in a big way. And why not the benefits of CBD are widely known. CBD can reduce anxiety alleviate chronic pain improve sleep cure inflammation and help with everything from epilepsy to acne. Oh wait. never mind - it CAN'T do those things Find out the truth about CBD and why you shouldn't put YOUR money into the $6 billion a year industry in this installment of Dad Ruins Everything Please let me know about YOUR experiences with CBD in the comments I have a particular set of skills. and it's debunking and"
YouTube Link 2025-03-27T16:56Z 76.4K followers, [----] engagements
"Dad Ruins Bottled Water: The $300 Billion Scam Bottled water has been around for [---] years and is a $300 billion dollar business. It's also mostly a marketing creation and a huge source of spending waste. Find out more in this installment of Dad Ruins Everything I have a particular set of skills. and it's debunking and ruining things that some people swear by and hold dear. Check out the rest of the Dad Ruins Everything series here: https://www.youtube.com/playlistlist=PL1pQmQBUyTrhxDsoURDHyydmPQQMemDhh Get a gallon of water for $.07 of filter cost with the Brita UltraMax Large Water"
YouTube Link 2025-03-15T19:02Z 76.4K followers, [----] engagements
"Dad Explains LED Lighting How They Work Blue LEDs CRI and What to Avoid One does not simply make light unless youre Shuji Nakamura inventing the blue LED in the 1990s. In this episode of Dad Explains Everything I break down LED lighting: How LEDs actually make light Why the invention of the blue LED won a Nobel Prize What color temperature and CRI really mean (and why your IKEA lamp makes your apples look rotten) Why most LED bulbs dont last as long as the package claims How much money LEDs actually save you even on cooling costs Which LED solutions to buy (and which ones to avoid) Whether"
YouTube Link 2025-09-03T23:00Z 76.4K followers, [----] engagements
"Why nobody sees your resume - Dad Ruins Job Applications & ATS Hiring Have you ever applied for your dream job and heard nothing back In this episode of Dad Ruins Everything I break down why most job applications are never even seen by a human. From Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS) that reject you for missing keywords to algorithms that rank you based on formatting your resume might be ghosted before a recruiter ever opens it. ✅ Why ATS filters are broken ✅ How to optimize your resume for AI parsing ✅ Why networking is more powerful than applying cold ✅ My personal data on applying to over"
YouTube Link 2025-07-06T00:06Z 76.4K followers, [----] engagements
"Dad Ruins Ground News: Biased Bias Ratings Ground News claims to show you every side of a story but what if their bias ratings are just as biased as the outlets they grade Today Dad Ruins Ground News (thanks Amanda). Well dive into how the app oversells its capabilities what it actually does under the hood and why its ratings might be more like news astrology than objective truth. 💥 Spoiler: Save your money - you probably already know the bias of most popular news outlets. 💬 Watch to find out: How Ground News calculates bias Whether its helping or hurting critical thinking What their"
YouTube Link 2025-06-29T15:15Z 76.4K followers, 14.9K engagements
"Dad Ruins Incogni and DeleteMe The Truth Behind Data Privacy Services Incogni DeleteMe OneRep Privacy Bee Optery and Kanary they all promise to scrub your personal data from the internet. But can you really pay for privacy in a system designed to leak 👍 Like subscribe and drop your worst data broker horror story in the comments. In this episode of Dad Ruins Everything I dig into the data privacy services that are flooding your favorite YouTube sponsorship segments. What do they actually do What dont they do And why do they all rely on fear subscription billing and illusion of control 💥"
YouTube Link 2025-06-06T22:10Z 76.4K followers, 30.6K engagements
"Your TV is spying on you - Find out how and turn it off PART [--] with much more complete list of TVs and streamer devices is here: https://youtu.be/-uq5Vc-L4YQ Ever wonder why your massive TV costs less than your cell phone The price of a TV is subsidized by them being ad platforms data collectors and sensor-laden devices. Oh and they're TVs too. In this episode you'll find out how Samsung LG Roku Hisense Vizio Sony Panasonic Phillips Sharp TCL and Toshiba and others quietly turn your home theater into a surveillance economy terminal. Youll see: How Smart TVs actually track you through ACR"
YouTube Link 2025-10-27T13:52Z 76.4K followers, 1.2M engagements
"Your Pi-hole Isnt Catching Everything Plus everything I missed in Part [--] Pi-hole - Oops edition is here After A MINIMUM of 300+ successful installs in [--] days I pulled your comments built a word cloud and put all the missing pieces in one place: hardware picks blocklists (and breakage) device groups whitelisting why your ISP router stinks how to stop Roku/PlayStation/Chromecast/Google TV and DoH/DoT from bypassing your filters plus easy ways to use your Pi-hole on the go (Tailscale/Twingate/VPN). I also updated the worksheet to fix the most common issues. Links mentioned: Updated Worksheet"
YouTube Link 2025-12-13T16:51Z 76.4K followers, 32.2K engagements
"Why Instacart Amazon and DoorDash Fail Everyone - Dad Ruins Grocery Delivery Services Imagine paying triple for groceries only to receive melted ice cream rock-hard avocados and mystery substitutions. Grocery delivery apps like Instacart Shipt Amazon Fresh Walmart Spark DoorDash and Uber Eats promise convenience but deliver disappointment exploit drivers hurt grocery stores and secretly harvest your data. In this episode of Dad Ruins Everything we explore: How grocery delivery apps exploit gig workers leaving them earning less than minimum wage after expenses. The hidden fees and inflated"
YouTube Link 2025-07-16T19:26Z 76.4K followers, [----] engagements
"Dual Pi-hole Setup for High Availability (with Nebula Sync) Whats better than one Pi-hole Two Pi-holes In this episode of Dad Explains Everything I walk you through setting up dual Pi-hole instances with Nebula Sync so your network keeps working even if one Raspberry Pi dies locks up or gets unplugged by someone who was just dusting. 📄 Worksheet & commands: https://www.dad-the-engineer.com/blog/setting-up-nebula-sync-for-two-pi-hole-instances-worksheet Check to see if you are a raffle winner: https://www.dad-the-engineer.com/blog/winner-winner-chicken-dinner Prior relevant videos:"
YouTube Link 2026-01-01T17:36Z 76.4K followers, 12.5K engagements
"Stop the spying Fix It with a Raspberry Pi + Pi-hole + Unbound (Complete Guide) You know whats fun Realizing your home network leaks more data than a cracked aquarium. You know whats more fun Stopping it IN LESS THAN [--] MINUTES In this full tutorial I walk you through installing Pi-hole on a Raspberry Pi - and then leveling up with Unbound a local recursive DNS resolver that gives you actual privacy from ISPs apps Smart TVs and advertisers. 🧾 Download the Worksheet HERE: https://www.dad-the-engineer.com/blog/rpi-pi-hole-unbound-optional-worksheet The companion worksheet includes: All"
YouTube Link 2025-12-04T23:41Z 76.4K followers, 128.2K engagements
"Dad Ruins LifeLock & Identity Theft Protection $30/Month for False Security Think LifeLock Aura or Identity Guard can actually stop identity theft Think again. In this episode of Dad Ruins Everything I dig into the billion-dollar identity theft protection industry including LifeLocks infamous CEO stunt (and FTC fines) Aura Identity Guard IdentityForce and even Experian IdentityWorks. Youll learn: Why LifeLocks CEO had his identity stolen at least [--] times The FTC lawsuits and $100M penalty against LifeLock Why Aura and Identity Guard are the same company in different packaging What dark web"
YouTube Link 2025-09-09T15:11Z 76.4K followers, 55.1K engagements
"Part [--] - FAQ - Stop your TV from SPYING ON YOU This is a follow up to my video on Smart TV Surveillance. If you missed it you can watch it here: https://youtu.be/PXsERGUtSPo Please use the YouTube "hype" feature on my video if you can. Thanks This video addresses the most common questions in the comments of the last video and includes an expanded section for turning off the surveillance settings for Sony Roku Samsung LG Insignia Panasonic TCL Vizion Hisense Phillips and Toshiba TVs - as well as Amazin Fire TV and Apple TV streaming devices. 🔧 Chapters: 0:00 - Why there's a follow-up 0:44 -"
YouTube Link 2025-11-01T19:22Z 76.4K followers, 27.6K engagements
"Discover what your router does and what ELSE it can do for you Is your router just a box that sits on a table or the floor This video tells you what it does and about the most common features it has that you may not be using (yet). Before you get too comfortable you should know that your router may be unsafe. Find out more here: https://youtu.be/NxBW23np8zk Here's a short addressing loading 3rd-party firmware on disposable routers: https://youtube.com/shorts/k5FYnA1jVnYfeature=share Here's the video you should watch to understand how multi-WAN Internet works and what equipment choices you"
YouTube Link 2025-01-17T22:40Z 76.4K followers, [----] engagements
"Dad Explains Password Managers Convenience Clouds and Catastrophes 🔑 Dad Explains Password Managers Convenience Clouds and Catastrophes Remember your first password Probably something like [---] password1 or if you were fancy Dragon420 Fast forward to [----] and youre told every password needs to be [--] characters long have hieroglyphics in it and be unique for every site youve ever touched. Thats why password managers exist. But are they safe In this episode of Dad Explains Everything I cover: The history of passwords (and their endless problems) How password managers work (and what"
YouTube Link 2025-08-20T17:17Z 76.4K followers, 22.9K engagements
"The Truth About Tarot Cards: Ancient Wisdom or Expensive Guesswork Are tarot cards a mystical tool. or just medieval playing cards wrapped in marketing In this episode of Dad Ruins Everything I dig into the real history behind tarot how they became a "fortune-telling" phenomenon and why so many modern readers are selling you vibes instead of verifiable predictions. From ancient Italian game nights to AI-generated tarot decks let's uncover whether there's any magic here or just a lot of creative storytelling. Which cards do you know The Star The World The Sun [--] of Wands Ace of Cups King of"
YouTube Link 2025-03-10T23:02Z 76.4K followers, [---] engagements
"Dad Ruins Astrology: The Ancient Scam That Won't Die Astrology has been around for CENTURIES. watch me ruin it in MINUTES Into birth charts Horoscopes No prisoners here. it's all going down in flames Have you had first-hand experiences with accurate astrology I've got you covered too I have a particular set of skills. and it's debunking and ruining things that some people swear by and hold dear. Please like and subscribe Chapters: 0:00 - Intro 2:48 - Then and now 5:07 - A list of problems 8:38 - Barnum statements 10:42 - Conclusions 12:12 - Outro astrology zodiac debunk aires taurus gemini"
YouTube Link 2025-02-12T22:12Z 76.4K followers, [----] engagements
"Dad Ruins AG1 (Athletic Greens) $100/month for Fancy Green Kool-Aid Dad Ruins AG1 (Athletic Greens) $100/month for Fancy Green Kool-Aid Athletic Greens rebranded itself as AG1 and convinced the world that a scoop of powdered plants is the nutritional equivalent of a balanced diet. With a billion-dollar valuation endless podcast ads and celebrity endorsements AG1 markets itself as the shortcut to better health. But what is it really A glorified multivitamin with mystery dust A $100/month subscription to placebo greens Or the bottled water scam all over again selling you what you already have"
YouTube Link 2025-08-24T16:43Z 76.4K followers, [----] engagements
"Dad Ruins Sketchy Cow Organ Pills - Express Edition Ladies are you hormonal tired and mysteriously low on beef uterus Well influencers have a fix for that and it comes in capsule form. In this episode of Dad Ruins Everything I dissect the absurd rise of bovine organ supplements marketed for her. Were talking dehydrated spleen cow colostrum and uterus powder wrapped in pink branding and ancestral buzzwords. Supposedly if ancient tribes did it you should too. Except thats not how nutrition hormones or science work. This episode was inspired by my oldest daughter who stepped in before a friend"
YouTube Link 2025-06-10T14:07Z 76.4K followers, [---] engagements
"Dad Explains Credit Scores and Ruins Credit Repair Agencies Credit scores arent made-up BS but credit repair often is. You dad should have explained all of this to you but I'm happy to help out In this special Dad Explains / Dad Ruins crossover I break down how credit scores and credit reports actually work where they came from how lenders use them and why so many credit repair companies are either ineffective unethical or outright illegal. Well cover: What credit scores really measure (and what they dont) How Experian Equifax and TransUnion fit into the system FICO vs VantageScore and why"
YouTube Link 2026-01-24T01:14Z 76.4K followers, [----] engagements
"Access Pi-hole or AdGuard Home Remotely with Tailscale There's nothing worse than implementing effective ad and telemetry blocking at home and then having it all come back when you leave the house. This tutorial shows you how to make your mobile devices use your DNS filtering no matter where you are. I'll show you how to use Tailscale to connect your devices to your Pi-hole. No DDNS. No mapped ports. And no double-NAT/CGNAT limitations. Less than [--] minutes. For the grand total of $0. EVEN IF YOU HAVE A POTATO FOR A ROUTER In case you don't have ad blocking/DNS filtering in place yet check"
YouTube Link 2026-02-08T16:49Z 76.4K followers, [----] engagements
"Chiropractors Crack is whack (featuring ghosts) They call it medicine but is it really Did you know it came from a ghost In this episode of Dad Ruins Everything I crack into the truth behind chiropractic care. From "subluxations" to spine-snapping theatrics I examine how this billion-dollar industry markets itself as healthcare while often operating on pseudoscience. Also find out if this is just a US thing or if chiropractic care is popular around the world. 🚨 Are chiropractors real doctors 🧠 Does spinal alignment really fix everything from asthma to anxiety 🦴 And what about the risks"
YouTube Link 2025-05-28T15:50Z 76.4K followers, [----] engagements
"Corporate Spyware - Is Your Boss Watching You Right Now Dad Ruins Bossware Big Brother But Dumber Remote work exploded. So did corporate surveillance - company spyware. From keystroke logging to webcam spying productivity software is now a $2.2 billion industry designed to watch you. In this episode I break down the rise of bossware how it fails at everything except creating paranoia and why your Slack messages are probably being analyzed right now. Teramind Hubstaff ActivTrak Veriato InterGuard StaffCop Time Doctor Microsoft Viva are just some of the spyware vendors. Find out how what these"
YouTube Link 2025-04-30T21:49Z 76.4K followers, [----] engagements
"The best Internet connection option for you - wherever you live (and what to avoid) Most people select an Internet vendor and don't switch when better options become available. Technology continually changes - find out if you're paying too much or if you're using obsolete connectivity After all there could be faster AND cheaper choices for you. Great Now you have an amazing Internet connection. is your router actually protecting you Find out here: https://youtu.be/NxBW23np8zk Here's the video you should watch to understand how multi-WAN Internet works and what equipment choices you have:"
YouTube Link 2025-01-09T18:33Z 76.4K followers, [---] engagements
"Two Macro Decks Under $60 Are They Any Good So youve decided that you want a macro pad or stream deck but you dont want to spend the kind of money that a Elgato Megalodon Razer and Keychron cost. I dont blame you. You could make your own with AutoHotInterceptor and HidMacros and a little patience OR you could spend as little as $25 for a fully-baked solution I cover the $25 no-frills Sayo mechanical pad and the LCD-key Ulanzi D200 at $54. Find out if theyre just as good as their expensive counterparts Get the Sayo here: https://www.newegg.com/p/32N-04S9-00006Item=9SIBEKHK7E6537& (Newegg"
YouTube Link 2025-03-13T16:47Z 76.4K followers, [----] engagements
"Dad Explains Indoor Air Quality: Whats Poisoning Your Air (and What Fixes It) Is your home making you sick In this first episode of Dad Explains Everything we break down indoor air pollution what causes it what actually improves it and whats just overpriced nonsense. Youll learn: The invisible pollutants lurking in your home (PM2.5 VOCs mold and more) What air cleaners actually work and which ones are just TikTok hype How HVAC filters ventilation and even your stove affect air quality The real deal on indoor plants ionizers salt lamps and ozone gadgets A step-by-step game plan to clean your"
YouTube Link 2025-08-02T16:37Z 76.4K followers, 15.1K engagements
"Dad Ruins Chakras: The New Age Myth That Won't Die Chakra-related beliefs have been around for CENTURIES. New Age woo woo has been around for a handful of decades. Watch me ruin both in mere MINUTES Are your chakras rotated Your energy blocked No prisoners here. it's all going down in flames Have you had first-hand experiences with energy healing I've got you covered too I have a particular set of skills. and it's debunking and ruining things that some people swear by and hold dear. Please like and subscribe Chapters: 0:00 - intro 0:53 - a timeline 5:52 - a list 9:02 - conclusion and a"
YouTube Link 2025-03-05T14:36Z 76.4K followers, [----] engagements
"Have a Netgear router or WAP Find out if you're in danger Recently it was TP-Link. This week it's Netgear. PSV-2023-0039 and PSV-2021-0017 are critical vulnerabilities that can compromise your network and expose your data Protect yourself here: https://youtu.be/NxBW23np8zk This just continues to reinforce that routers are a popular target for attack. Check out my longer video explaining how vulnerable you may be and what you can do about it. In less than [--] minutes you can learn how to be properly protected. Over half of the people that will watch this video are using out-of-support equipment"
YouTube Link 2025-02-06T15:49Z 76.4K followers, [---] engagements
"The Recycling Lie: Where Your Trash Really Ends Up China (via the National Sword policy) fundamentally changed the way the US handled curbside recyclables in [----] but the recycling system has been broken since its inception. This video covers how the system is broken what could be better and what actually works. Let's separate fact from fiction as I ruin recycling Please let me know about YOUR experiences with recycling in the comments This video is USA-centric in terms of my research but I'd like to hear what the realities of recycling in other countries are. I have a particular set of"
YouTube Link 2025-03-31T20:21Z 76.4K followers, [----] engagements
"Dad Ruins Multi-Level Marketing (MLM) Companies. LET'S GO What do Amway Herbalife LuLaRoe Mary Kay Tupperware Plexus Young Living doTERRA Beachbody Monat Rodan + Fields Pampered Chef Nu Skin Forever Living Arbonne and Younique have in common Theyre all multi-level marketing (MLM) companies. MLM journeys typically begin with a high-pressure recruitment and end in lost time damaged relationships and financial carnage. The MLM model dates back to the 1930s and bears a large similarity to pyramid schemes. Find out more in this installment of Dad Ruins Everything Please let me know about YOUR"
YouTube Link 2025-03-20T14:24Z [---] followers, [--] engagements
"Dad Ruins Ridesharing: Uber Lyft and the Gig Work Illusion Ridesharing promised cheap convenient transportation and flexible gig work. But behind the shiny apps and 5-star ratings is a broken system of surge pricing driver exploitation surveillance and corporate greenwashing. In this episode of Dad Ruins Everything I take on Uber Lyft and the dark side of the rideshare revolution. From VC-fueled fare subsidies to the bait-and-switch of the gig economy Ill break down how we got here and whos paying the price. If youve ever waited [--] minutes for a $42 Comfort Connect ride while wondering why"
YouTube Link 2025-06-01T04:48Z 76.4K followers, [----] engagements
"Dad Ruins TikTok & Instagram Shops Dollar Store Roulette for Your Face (or wallet) TikTok and Instagram Shops are turning your feed into a minefield of cheap knockoffs fake reviews and chemical skin disasters. What looks like a deal is often drop-shipped junk wrapped in hype and sold by someone who cant spell retinol. In this episode of Dad Ruins Everything I expose the real mechanics behind in-app shopping from impulse-buy psychology to counterfeit ingredients and influencer commissions. If youve ever bought a smart ring that wasnt smart or a skin serum that made your face tingle in a bad"
YouTube Link 2025-06-21T15:11Z 76.4K followers, [----] engagements
"The Truth About AI: It's Not What You Were Promised Artificial Intelligence is everywherewriting papers making art chatting like a human - but it's not what you think it is. Come with me as I reveal where we are on the AI timeline and myths hype and hilarious contradictions behind the AI craze. From sentient chatbot fears to the truth about your job being stolen we separate sci-fi fantasy from silicon reality. 📉 Spoiler: Your toaster isnt plotting against you. 💬 Got a hot take on AI Drop it in the commentsunless you're a robot (looking at you GPT). 🔔 Like Subscribe & Hit That Bell if"
YouTube Link 2025-04-10T13:03Z 76.4K followers, [----] engagements
"Red Light Therapy EXPOSED - The Science and the Scam Red light therapy promises to boost your mitochondria cure chronic pain erase wrinkles and maybe even balance your chakrasif you're into that sort of thing. But does the science match the influencer hype Or are you just bathing in overpriced Christmas lights In this episode of Dad Ruins Everything we investigate the glowing claims behind red and near-infrared light therapy. From celebrity endorsements to dubious health promises we break down what the research actually saysand what the wellness industry doesnt want you to question. Yes I"
YouTube Link 2025-05-09T17:40Z [---] followers, [--] engagements
"Dad Ruins Diatomaceous Earth Why You Shouldn't Eat Bug Killer Powder Today we ruin one of the weirdest wellness trends yet: Diatomaceous Earth (DE). Special thanks to Buckleupbucko for the video topic. Sure its great for killing bugs and filtering pools but sprinkle it in your smoothie for "gut health" Yeah not so much. In this episode I break down: What DE actually is What it really does (spoiler: mostly kills bugs) Why the health claims dont hold up to scientific scrutiny The real risks of eating or inhaling it How marketing turned a bag of dirt into a $30 "detox" cure If youve ever"
YouTube Link 2025-04-26T12:21Z 76.4K followers, [----] engagements
"Dad Ruins BetterHelp The Uber of Therapy But Much Worse BetterHelp claims to offer affordable flexible and stigma-free mental health care. But once you dig in youll find a therapy-lite subscription service that exploits therapists mishandles user data and delivers inconsistent (and sometimes dangerous) care. 👍 Like subscribe and drop your worst BetterHelp story in the comments. In this episode I break down the reality of BetterHelp from FTC fines to fake flexibility and explain why this therapy-shaped product might not be the help people actually need. Whether youve considered trying it been"
YouTube Link 2025-06-13T14:19Z 76.4K followers, [----] engagements
"Dad Ruins Life360 Outsmarted Parents Surveillance and Safety Life360 claims it keeps your family safe by letting you track their every move. But is it really about safety or is it just surveillance disguised as peace of mind In this episode I dive into how Life360 works the hidden data risks the toxic trust issues it creates and why kids are finding creative ways to spoof their locations. Well unpack: Why parents love it Why kids hate it Why it's not great that Life360 has your data The psychological impact of constant tracking If it actually keeps anyone safer If youve ever felt creeped out"
YouTube Link 2025-07-03T19:29Z 76.4K followers, [----] engagements
"Duolingo: You're not learning a language and Duo the Owl is a fraud Duolingo promises to teach you a language for freein just minutes a day But behind the streaks gems and guilt-tripping owl lies a gamified trap thats better at selling ads than building fluency. In this episode I break down what Duolingo actually does why it doesnt really work and what language-learning tools are worth your time. 💥 Spoiler: Streaks don't equal fluency 💬 Watch to find out: What Duolingo does and doesn't do Duolingo's past (and present) sins What tools will actually teach you another language 📢 Share this"
YouTube Link 2025-07-22T11:32Z 76.4K followers, [----] engagements
"Don't Buy Red Light Devices Dad Ruins Red Light Therapy Want to boost your mitochondria cure chronic pain erase wrinkles and maybe even balance your chakras (if you're into that sort of thing) Well these devices definitely won't do that. In this episode of Dad Ruins Everything I dive into the glowing claims and the science behind red and near-infrared light therapy. From celebrity endorsements to dubious health promises I cover what the wellness industry doesnt want you to question. Kudos if you were skeptical of the CHEAP red light devices but what about the EXPENSIVE ones I have you covered"
YouTube Link 2025-08-06T15:07Z 76.4K followers, [----] engagements
"One year with SpaceX's Starlink - ordering installing availability and performance Learn about the ownership experience of SpaceX's Starlink from ordering to installation and configuration. If you already have Starlink learn how to take your Starlink from "Good" to "Great" Optimize your Starlink performance here: https://youtu.be/-yj1cnkLJEs See Starlink compared with other popular connectivity options here: https://www.youtube.com/watchv=91wuHT2_LQY .or a blog (how quaint) here: https://www.dad-the-engineer.com/ Chapters: 0:00 - intro 0:41 - comparing satellite Internet providers 2:08 -"
YouTube Link 2024-11-24T15:33Z [--] followers, [---] engagements
"Chiropractics Cracks Quacks and Ghosts #shorts #wellnessscam #chiropractic #chiropractor They call it medicine but is it really Did you know it came from a ghost Check out @Dad-The-Engineer In this episode of Dad Ruins Everything I crack into the truth behind chiropractic care. From "subluxations" to spine-snapping theatrics I examine how this billion-dollar industry markets itself as healthcare while often operating on pseudoscience. Also find out if this is just a US thing or if chiropractic care is popular around the world. 🚨 Are chiropractors real doctors 🧠 Does spinal alignment really"
YouTube Link 2025-05-28T22:36Z [---] followers, [----] engagements
"Employee Computer and Phone Surveillance EXPOSED #shorts #bossware #dadruinseverything #spyware Remote work exploded. So did corporate surveillance - company spyware. From keystroke logging to webcam spying productivity software is now a $2.2 billion industry designed to watch you. Watch the video to see how corporate spyware likeTeramind Hubstaff ActivTrak Veriato InterGuard StaffCop Time Doctor Microsoft Viva are watching you and compromising your personal data. See the full video here: https://youtu.be/pWpch45oSeE"
YouTube Link 2025-05-03T20:54Z [---] followers, [---] engagements
"Red Light Therapy Scam or Science #shorts #redlighttherapybenefits #scam #healthdebunked Check out the long-form debunks at @Dad-The-Engineer They say red light therapy boosts energy heals injuries and erases wrinkles. Influencers are obsessed. But what does the actual science say Spoiler: it's not what they want you to believe. ⚠ Watch the full breakdown here https://youtu.be/OMqBGqVwegM Dad Ruins Everything: shining real light on pseudoscience. https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCQJ6TLmSI26TD4FSqavgZ6A red light therapy photobiomodulation low level laser therapy wellness scams biohacking"
YouTube Link 2025-05-12T16:27Z 76.4K followers, [----] engagements
"Dad Ruins Ozempic: The Dangerous Truth About the Skinny Shot Ozempic is everywherecelebs are using it your cousins using it your doctor might be on it. But whats really going on with this so-called miracle weight loss drug In this episode of Dad Ruins Everything I dig into the truth behind Ozempic Wegovy and other GLP-1 medications. Is it the end of obesity or just another pharmaceutical gold rush What are the side effects they dont talk about And why are people injecting themselves to lose ten pounds before vacation Please let me know about YOUR experiences with GLP-1s in the comments I have"
YouTube Link 2025-04-06T13:08Z 76.4K followers, [----] engagements
"Why Uber and Lyft Suck (even when you liked them) 💸 #Rideshare #Uber #Lyft #Shorts Ridesharing promised cheap convenient transportation and flexible gig work. But behind the shiny apps and 5-star ratings is a broken system of surge pricing driver exploitation surveillance and corporate greenwashing. Watch the full video here: https://youtu.be/9Gki4_f9TkE .and please like this video to help me reach more people 📺 Watch more videos like this in the full Dad Ruins series: https://www.youtube.com/playlistlist=PL1pQmQBUyTrhxDsoURDHyydmPQQMemDhh #Uber #Lyft #DadRuinsEverything #Rideshare"
YouTube Link 2025-06-03T20:08Z [---] followers, [---] engagements
"Dad Ruins Essential Oils: Pet Poison Snake Oil or Fancy Air Freshener Essential oils are everywhere in your diffuser your friends sales pitch and your Instagram feed. They're sold as miracle cures for anxiety headaches colds and even cancer. But is there any science behind the smell In this episode of Dad Ruins Everything I dive into the world of essential oils aromatherapy and MLM marketing. Well explore: What essential oils are (and aren't) The REAL science vs. the hype Dangerous misinformation about ingestion and pets How pyramid schemes (HB Naturals Young Living DoTerra NYR Organic"
YouTube Link 2025-05-18T14:42Z 76.4K followers, [----] engagements
"What you need to know before starting Ozempic Wegovy or other GLP-1s #shorts #glp1forweightloss Check out the long-form debunks at @Dad-The-Engineer Ozempic Wegovy Saxenda Mounjaro and other GLP-1 medications are seemingly everywhere. Are they safe See the full video here: https://youtu.be/iGqig_1bo7E See the full Dad Ruins Everything playlist here: https://www.youtube.com/playlistlist=PL1pQmQBUyTrhxDsoURDHyydmPQQMemDhh #glp1 #glp1forweightloss ozempic wegovy saxenda mounjaro weight loss weight loss injection side effects weight loss injections reviews #glp1 #glp1forweightloss ozempic wegovy"
YouTube Link 2025-04-09T14:23Z 76.4K followers, [---] engagements
"Part 2: Make your Starlink FASTER SpaceX's Starlink is already slower than cable and fiber so make the most of what you have. Part [--] covers decreasing wifi congestion and optimizing your antenna aim. If you missed Part [--] see it here: https://youtu.be/-yj1cnkLJEs Find out what Starlink is like from purchase to installation to the user experience here: https://youtu.be/aw2zlUF7YgU See Starlink compared with other popular connectivity options here: https://www.youtube.com/watchv=91wuHT2_LQY .or a blog (how quaint) here: https://www.dad-the-engineer.com/ Chapters: 0:00 - intro 0:47 - the problem"
YouTube Link 2024-12-01T17:59Z [--] followers, [--] engagements
"Collagen Supplement Scams: Why Science Says They Dont Work Dad Ruins Collagen Expensive Magical Cow Dust Collagen supplements are everywhere from powdered drinks to skin creams promising to erase wrinkles rebuild joints and make you younger stronger and shinier. But what if its all just overpriced cow and fish leftovers Today I ruin the myths around collagen powders drinks creams and gummies and explain what actually works (and what doesn't) when it comes to keeping your skin and joints healthy. If you've ever been tempted by a $60 tub of promises this video is for you. 💬 Have your own"
YouTube Link 2025-04-22T16:59Z 76.4K followers, [----] engagements
"Dad Ruins YouTube SEO: Lies Creators Keep Falling For 🔴 Dad Ruins YouTube SEO Lies Scams and Empty Promises Theres an entire industry built around YouTube SEO and most of it is complete nonsense. "Experts" claim they have special magical insight into algorithms they've never seen and probably couldn't even read if they had access. I can't tell you which SEO gurus are lying and which are just wrong. but I can explain how the real SEO landscape works why most advice is useless and how to set your expectations realistically. If youre tired of empty promises about "gaming the algorithm" this"
YouTube Link 2025-01-22T00:10Z 76.4K followers, [----] engagements
"Dad Ruins MLMs The Pyramid Scheme You Think Is a Business Multi-level marketing companies promise financial freedom flexible schedules and the chance to be your own boss. But what are they really offering In this episode of Dad Ruins Everything we dig into the world of MLMswhere the real money is made by recruiting others not selling overpriced essential oils leggings or gut health shakes. From Herbalife to doTERRA and from LuLaRoe to Monat we break down the cult tactics false promises and financial traps baked into this business model. 🎯 Spoiler: Almost EVERYONE loses money 👍 Like 💬"
YouTube Link 2025-05-23T17:48Z 76.4K followers, [---] engagements
"Access Pi-hole or AdGuard Home Remotely with Tailscale There's nothing worse than implementing effective ad and telemetry blocking at home and then having it all come back when you leave the house. This tutorial shows you how to make your mobile devices use your DNS filtering no matter where you are. I'll show you how to use Tailscale to connect your devices to your Pi-hole. No DDNS. No mapped ports. And no double-NAT/CGNAT limitations. Less than [--] minutes. For the grand total of $0. EVEN IF YOU HAVE A POTATO FOR A ROUTER In case you don't have ad blocking/DNS filtering in place yet check"
YouTube Link 2026-02-08T16:49Z 76.4K followers, [----] engagements
"Dad Explains Credit Scores and Ruins Credit Repair Agencies Credit scores arent made-up BS but credit repair often is. You dad should have explained all of this to you but I'm happy to help out In this special Dad Explains / Dad Ruins crossover I break down how credit scores and credit reports actually work where they came from how lenders use them and why so many credit repair companies are either ineffective unethical or outright illegal. Well cover: What credit scores really measure (and what they dont) How Experian Equifax and TransUnion fit into the system FICO vs VantageScore and why"
YouTube Link 2026-01-24T01:14Z 76.4K followers, [----] engagements
"Dual Pi-hole Setup for High Availability (with Nebula Sync) Whats better than one Pi-hole Two Pi-holes In this episode of Dad Explains Everything I walk you through setting up dual Pi-hole instances with Nebula Sync so your network keeps working even if one Raspberry Pi dies locks up or gets unplugged by someone who was just dusting. 📄 Worksheet & commands: https://www.dad-the-engineer.com/blog/setting-up-nebula-sync-for-two-pi-hole-instances-worksheet Check to see if you are a raffle winner: https://www.dad-the-engineer.com/blog/winner-winner-chicken-dinner Prior relevant videos:"
YouTube Link 2026-01-01T17:36Z 76.4K followers, 12.5K engagements
"Dad Explains AdGuard Home - Block Ads on Your Whole Network (Easy Raspberry Pi Guide) Take back your privacy - one Raspberry Pi at a time. In this episode of Dad Explains Everything I walk you through installing AdGuard Home on a Raspberry Pi step-by-step copy-and-paste friendly beginner-safe and without needing to know Linux. If you watched my Pi-hole video this is the natural follow-up. If you watched my DNS Filtering explainer this is the next achievement badge. And if youve done absolutely none of that buckle up because youre about to block a shocking amount of garbage from every device"
YouTube Link 2025-12-21T00:08Z 76.4K followers, 34K engagements
"Your Pi-hole Isnt Catching Everything Plus everything I missed in Part [--] Pi-hole - Oops edition is here After A MINIMUM of 300+ successful installs in [--] days I pulled your comments built a word cloud and put all the missing pieces in one place: hardware picks blocklists (and breakage) device groups whitelisting why your ISP router stinks how to stop Roku/PlayStation/Chromecast/Google TV and DoH/DoT from bypassing your filters plus easy ways to use your Pi-hole on the go (Tailscale/Twingate/VPN). I also updated the worksheet to fix the most common issues. Links mentioned: Updated Worksheet"
YouTube Link 2025-12-13T16:51Z 76.4K followers, 32.2K engagements
"Stop the spying Fix It with a Raspberry Pi + Pi-hole + Unbound (Complete Guide) You know whats fun Realizing your home network leaks more data than a cracked aquarium. You know whats more fun Stopping it IN LESS THAN [--] MINUTES In this full tutorial I walk you through installing Pi-hole on a Raspberry Pi - and then leveling up with Unbound a local recursive DNS resolver that gives you actual privacy from ISPs apps Smart TVs and advertisers. 🧾 Download the Worksheet HERE: https://www.dad-the-engineer.com/blog/rpi-pi-hole-unbound-optional-worksheet The companion worksheet includes: All"
YouTube Link 2025-12-04T23:41Z 76.4K followers, 128.2K engagements
"Your ISP Is Watching Everything - Fix It With DNS Filtering If your Smart TV is spying on you your phone is narcing and your ISP is selling your secrets this video is for you. THE PI-HOLE VIDEO IS OUT Check it out here: https://youtu.be/RoKi4-MCLRw DNS filtering sounds boring but it quietly kills 7090% of the junk your devices are constantly trying to talk to tracking servers advertising servers telemetry data brokers Smart TV ACR endpoints botnet callbacks malware domains and all kinds of nonsense that has nothing to do with what youre actually doing online. And the best part I have"
YouTube Link 2025-11-18T22:25Z 76.4K followers, 576.3K engagements
"Part [--] - FAQ - Stop your TV from SPYING ON YOU This is a follow up to my video on Smart TV Surveillance. If you missed it you can watch it here: https://youtu.be/PXsERGUtSPo Please use the YouTube "hype" feature on my video if you can. Thanks This video addresses the most common questions in the comments of the last video and includes an expanded section for turning off the surveillance settings for Sony Roku Samsung LG Insignia Panasonic TCL Vizion Hisense Phillips and Toshiba TVs - as well as Amazin Fire TV and Apple TV streaming devices. 🔧 Chapters: 0:00 - Why there's a follow-up 0:44 -"
YouTube Link 2025-11-01T19:22Z 76.4K followers, 27.6K engagements
"Your TV is spying on you - Find out how and turn it off PART [--] with much more complete list of TVs and streamer devices is here: https://youtu.be/-uq5Vc-L4YQ Ever wonder why your massive TV costs less than your cell phone The price of a TV is subsidized by them being ad platforms data collectors and sensor-laden devices. Oh and they're TVs too. In this episode you'll find out how Samsung LG Roku Hisense Vizio Sony Panasonic Phillips Sharp TCL and Toshiba and others quietly turn your home theater into a surveillance economy terminal. Youll see: How Smart TVs actually track you through ACR"
YouTube Link 2025-10-27T13:52Z 76.4K followers, 1.2M engagements
"Dad Ruins LifeLock & Identity Theft Protection $30/Month for False Security Think LifeLock Aura or Identity Guard can actually stop identity theft Think again. In this episode of Dad Ruins Everything I dig into the billion-dollar identity theft protection industry including LifeLocks infamous CEO stunt (and FTC fines) Aura Identity Guard IdentityForce and even Experian IdentityWorks. Youll learn: Why LifeLocks CEO had his identity stolen at least [--] times The FTC lawsuits and $100M penalty against LifeLock Why Aura and Identity Guard are the same company in different packaging What dark web"
YouTube Link 2025-09-09T15:11Z 76.4K followers, 55.1K engagements
"Dad Explains LED Lighting How They Work Blue LEDs CRI and What to Avoid One does not simply make light unless youre Shuji Nakamura inventing the blue LED in the 1990s. In this episode of Dad Explains Everything I break down LED lighting: How LEDs actually make light Why the invention of the blue LED won a Nobel Prize What color temperature and CRI really mean (and why your IKEA lamp makes your apples look rotten) Why most LED bulbs dont last as long as the package claims How much money LEDs actually save you even on cooling costs Which LED solutions to buy (and which ones to avoid) Whether"
YouTube Link 2025-09-03T23:00Z 76.4K followers, [----] engagements
"Dad Ruins AG1 (Athletic Greens) $100/month for Fancy Green Kool-Aid Dad Ruins AG1 (Athletic Greens) $100/month for Fancy Green Kool-Aid Athletic Greens rebranded itself as AG1 and convinced the world that a scoop of powdered plants is the nutritional equivalent of a balanced diet. With a billion-dollar valuation endless podcast ads and celebrity endorsements AG1 markets itself as the shortcut to better health. But what is it really A glorified multivitamin with mystery dust A $100/month subscription to placebo greens Or the bottled water scam all over again selling you what you already have"
YouTube Link 2025-08-24T16:43Z 76.4K followers, [----] engagements
"Dad Explains Password Managers Convenience Clouds and Catastrophes 🔑 Dad Explains Password Managers Convenience Clouds and Catastrophes Remember your first password Probably something like [---] password1 or if you were fancy Dragon420 Fast forward to [----] and youre told every password needs to be [--] characters long have hieroglyphics in it and be unique for every site youve ever touched. Thats why password managers exist. But are they safe In this episode of Dad Explains Everything I cover: The history of passwords (and their endless problems) How password managers work (and what"
YouTube Link 2025-08-20T17:17Z 76.4K followers, 22.9K engagements
"Dad Ruins VPNs - Are you safe What the ads aren't telling you. Are 3rd-party VPNs really the magic cloak of invisibility that YouTubers podcasters and privacy experts claim they are In this episode of Dad Ruins Everything I break down what VPNs actually do what they dont do and why you might just be paying to route all your traffic through a strangers server farm. Ill cover: The marketing promises vs. reality Real security risks VPN ads never mention Data breaches scandals and shady ownership in the VPN industry The very limited cases where a VPN actually makes sense Which VPN brands rank"
YouTube Link 2025-08-09T19:00Z 76.4K followers, 262.8K engagements
"Don't Buy Red Light Devices Dad Ruins Red Light Therapy Want to boost your mitochondria cure chronic pain erase wrinkles and maybe even balance your chakras (if you're into that sort of thing) Well these devices definitely won't do that. In this episode of Dad Ruins Everything I dive into the glowing claims and the science behind red and near-infrared light therapy. From celebrity endorsements to dubious health promises I cover what the wellness industry doesnt want you to question. Kudos if you were skeptical of the CHEAP red light devices but what about the EXPENSIVE ones I have you covered"
YouTube Link 2025-08-06T15:07Z 76.4K followers, [----] engagements
"Dad Explains Indoor Air Quality: Whats Poisoning Your Air (and What Fixes It) Is your home making you sick In this first episode of Dad Explains Everything we break down indoor air pollution what causes it what actually improves it and whats just overpriced nonsense. Youll learn: The invisible pollutants lurking in your home (PM2.5 VOCs mold and more) What air cleaners actually work and which ones are just TikTok hype How HVAC filters ventilation and even your stove affect air quality The real deal on indoor plants ionizers salt lamps and ozone gadgets A step-by-step game plan to clean your"
YouTube Link 2025-08-02T16:37Z 76.4K followers, 15.1K engagements
"Duolingo: You're not learning a language and Duo the Owl is a fraud Duolingo promises to teach you a language for freein just minutes a day But behind the streaks gems and guilt-tripping owl lies a gamified trap thats better at selling ads than building fluency. In this episode I break down what Duolingo actually does why it doesnt really work and what language-learning tools are worth your time. 💥 Spoiler: Streaks don't equal fluency 💬 Watch to find out: What Duolingo does and doesn't do Duolingo's past (and present) sins What tools will actually teach you another language 📢 Share this"
YouTube Link 2025-07-22T11:32Z 76.4K followers, [----] engagements
"Why Instacart Amazon and DoorDash Fail Everyone - Dad Ruins Grocery Delivery Services Imagine paying triple for groceries only to receive melted ice cream rock-hard avocados and mystery substitutions. Grocery delivery apps like Instacart Shipt Amazon Fresh Walmart Spark DoorDash and Uber Eats promise convenience but deliver disappointment exploit drivers hurt grocery stores and secretly harvest your data. In this episode of Dad Ruins Everything we explore: How grocery delivery apps exploit gig workers leaving them earning less than minimum wage after expenses. The hidden fees and inflated"
YouTube Link 2025-07-16T19:26Z 76.4K followers, [----] engagements
"Why nobody sees your resume - Dad Ruins Job Applications & ATS Hiring Have you ever applied for your dream job and heard nothing back In this episode of Dad Ruins Everything I break down why most job applications are never even seen by a human. From Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS) that reject you for missing keywords to algorithms that rank you based on formatting your resume might be ghosted before a recruiter ever opens it. ✅ Why ATS filters are broken ✅ How to optimize your resume for AI parsing ✅ Why networking is more powerful than applying cold ✅ My personal data on applying to over"
YouTube Link 2025-07-06T00:06Z 76.4K followers, [----] engagements
"Dad Ruins Life360 Outsmarted Parents Surveillance and Safety Life360 claims it keeps your family safe by letting you track their every move. But is it really about safety or is it just surveillance disguised as peace of mind In this episode I dive into how Life360 works the hidden data risks the toxic trust issues it creates and why kids are finding creative ways to spoof their locations. Well unpack: Why parents love it Why kids hate it Why it's not great that Life360 has your data The psychological impact of constant tracking If it actually keeps anyone safer If youve ever felt creeped out"
YouTube Link 2025-07-03T19:29Z 76.4K followers, [----] engagements
"Dad Ruins Ground News: Biased Bias Ratings Ground News claims to show you every side of a story but what if their bias ratings are just as biased as the outlets they grade Today Dad Ruins Ground News (thanks Amanda). Well dive into how the app oversells its capabilities what it actually does under the hood and why its ratings might be more like news astrology than objective truth. 💥 Spoiler: Save your money - you probably already know the bias of most popular news outlets. 💬 Watch to find out: How Ground News calculates bias Whether its helping or hurting critical thinking What their"
YouTube Link 2025-06-29T15:15Z 76.4K followers, 14.9K engagements
"Dad Ruins TikTok & Instagram Shops Dollar Store Roulette for Your Face (or wallet) TikTok and Instagram Shops are turning your feed into a minefield of cheap knockoffs fake reviews and chemical skin disasters. What looks like a deal is often drop-shipped junk wrapped in hype and sold by someone who cant spell retinol. In this episode of Dad Ruins Everything I expose the real mechanics behind in-app shopping from impulse-buy psychology to counterfeit ingredients and influencer commissions. If youve ever bought a smart ring that wasnt smart or a skin serum that made your face tingle in a bad"
YouTube Link 2025-06-21T15:11Z 76.4K followers, [----] engagements
"Dad Ruins BetterHelp The Uber of Therapy But Much Worse BetterHelp claims to offer affordable flexible and stigma-free mental health care. But once you dig in youll find a therapy-lite subscription service that exploits therapists mishandles user data and delivers inconsistent (and sometimes dangerous) care. 👍 Like subscribe and drop your worst BetterHelp story in the comments. In this episode I break down the reality of BetterHelp from FTC fines to fake flexibility and explain why this therapy-shaped product might not be the help people actually need. Whether youve considered trying it been"
YouTube Link 2025-06-13T14:19Z 76.4K followers, [----] engagements
"Dad Ruins Sketchy Cow Organ Pills - Express Edition Ladies are you hormonal tired and mysteriously low on beef uterus Well influencers have a fix for that and it comes in capsule form. In this episode of Dad Ruins Everything I dissect the absurd rise of bovine organ supplements marketed for her. Were talking dehydrated spleen cow colostrum and uterus powder wrapped in pink branding and ancestral buzzwords. Supposedly if ancient tribes did it you should too. Except thats not how nutrition hormones or science work. This episode was inspired by my oldest daughter who stepped in before a friend"
YouTube Link 2025-06-10T14:07Z 76.4K followers, [---] engagements
"Dad Ruins Incogni and DeleteMe The Truth Behind Data Privacy Services Incogni DeleteMe OneRep Privacy Bee Optery and Kanary they all promise to scrub your personal data from the internet. But can you really pay for privacy in a system designed to leak 👍 Like subscribe and drop your worst data broker horror story in the comments. In this episode of Dad Ruins Everything I dig into the data privacy services that are flooding your favorite YouTube sponsorship segments. What do they actually do What dont they do And why do they all rely on fear subscription billing and illusion of control 💥"
YouTube Link 2025-06-06T22:10Z 76.4K followers, 30.6K engagements
"Dad Ruins Ridesharing: Uber Lyft and the Gig Work Illusion Ridesharing promised cheap convenient transportation and flexible gig work. But behind the shiny apps and 5-star ratings is a broken system of surge pricing driver exploitation surveillance and corporate greenwashing. In this episode of Dad Ruins Everything I take on Uber Lyft and the dark side of the rideshare revolution. From VC-fueled fare subsidies to the bait-and-switch of the gig economy Ill break down how we got here and whos paying the price. If youve ever waited [--] minutes for a $42 Comfort Connect ride while wondering why"
YouTube Link 2025-06-01T04:48Z 76.4K followers, [----] engagements
"Chiropractors Crack is whack (featuring ghosts) They call it medicine but is it really Did you know it came from a ghost In this episode of Dad Ruins Everything I crack into the truth behind chiropractic care. From "subluxations" to spine-snapping theatrics I examine how this billion-dollar industry markets itself as healthcare while often operating on pseudoscience. Also find out if this is just a US thing or if chiropractic care is popular around the world. 🚨 Are chiropractors real doctors 🧠 Does spinal alignment really fix everything from asthma to anxiety 🦴 And what about the risks"
YouTube Link 2025-05-28T15:50Z 76.4K followers, [----] engagements
"Dad Ruins MLMs The Pyramid Scheme You Think Is a Business Multi-level marketing companies promise financial freedom flexible schedules and the chance to be your own boss. But what are they really offering In this episode of Dad Ruins Everything we dig into the world of MLMswhere the real money is made by recruiting others not selling overpriced essential oils leggings or gut health shakes. From Herbalife to doTERRA and from LuLaRoe to Monat we break down the cult tactics false promises and financial traps baked into this business model. 🎯 Spoiler: Almost EVERYONE loses money 👍 Like 💬"
YouTube Link 2025-05-23T17:48Z 76.4K followers, [---] engagements
"Dad Ruins Essential Oils: Pet Poison Snake Oil or Fancy Air Freshener Essential oils are everywhere in your diffuser your friends sales pitch and your Instagram feed. They're sold as miracle cures for anxiety headaches colds and even cancer. But is there any science behind the smell In this episode of Dad Ruins Everything I dive into the world of essential oils aromatherapy and MLM marketing. Well explore: What essential oils are (and aren't) The REAL science vs. the hype Dangerous misinformation about ingestion and pets How pyramid schemes (HB Naturals Young Living DoTerra NYR Organic"
YouTube Link 2025-05-18T14:42Z 76.4K followers, [----] engagements
"Red Light Therapy Scam or Science #shorts #redlighttherapybenefits #scam #healthdebunked Check out the long-form debunks at @Dad-The-Engineer They say red light therapy boosts energy heals injuries and erases wrinkles. Influencers are obsessed. But what does the actual science say Spoiler: it's not what they want you to believe. ⚠ Watch the full breakdown here https://youtu.be/OMqBGqVwegM Dad Ruins Everything: shining real light on pseudoscience. https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCQJ6TLmSI26TD4FSqavgZ6A red light therapy photobiomodulation low level laser therapy wellness scams biohacking"
YouTube Link 2025-05-12T16:27Z 76.4K followers, [----] engagements
"Corporate Spyware - Is Your Boss Watching You Right Now Dad Ruins Bossware Big Brother But Dumber Remote work exploded. So did corporate surveillance - company spyware. From keystroke logging to webcam spying productivity software is now a $2.2 billion industry designed to watch you. In this episode I break down the rise of bossware how it fails at everything except creating paranoia and why your Slack messages are probably being analyzed right now. Teramind Hubstaff ActivTrak Veriato InterGuard StaffCop Time Doctor Microsoft Viva are just some of the spyware vendors. Find out how what these"
YouTube Link 2025-04-30T21:49Z 76.4K followers, [----] engagements
"Dad Ruins Diatomaceous Earth Why You Shouldn't Eat Bug Killer Powder Today we ruin one of the weirdest wellness trends yet: Diatomaceous Earth (DE). Special thanks to Buckleupbucko for the video topic. Sure its great for killing bugs and filtering pools but sprinkle it in your smoothie for "gut health" Yeah not so much. In this episode I break down: What DE actually is What it really does (spoiler: mostly kills bugs) Why the health claims dont hold up to scientific scrutiny The real risks of eating or inhaling it How marketing turned a bag of dirt into a $30 "detox" cure If youve ever"
YouTube Link 2025-04-26T12:21Z 76.4K followers, [----] engagements
"Collagen Supplement Scams: Why Science Says They Dont Work Dad Ruins Collagen Expensive Magical Cow Dust Collagen supplements are everywhere from powdered drinks to skin creams promising to erase wrinkles rebuild joints and make you younger stronger and shinier. But what if its all just overpriced cow and fish leftovers Today I ruin the myths around collagen powders drinks creams and gummies and explain what actually works (and what doesn't) when it comes to keeping your skin and joints healthy. If you've ever been tempted by a $60 tub of promises this video is for you. 💬 Have your own"
YouTube Link 2025-04-22T16:59Z 76.4K followers, [----] engagements
"The Detox Industry is a Scam Here's the Dirty Truth Detoxes and cleanses are everywhere but are they a scam In this video Dad Ruins Everything uncovers the truth about detox scams detox teas juice cleanses and the real risks you need to know. Should you pay for "luxury" diarrhea In this episode I wade deep into the swamp of pseudoscience to reveal the truth behind the detox industry. From colon flushes to miracle foot patches we expose the sketchy marketing zero science and very real health risks of these $4 billion wellness scams. 💊 Spoiler: Your liver doesnt need help from a powder named"
YouTube Link 2025-04-15T18:31Z 76.4K followers, [----] engagements
"The Truth About AI: It's Not What You Were Promised Artificial Intelligence is everywherewriting papers making art chatting like a human - but it's not what you think it is. Come with me as I reveal where we are on the AI timeline and myths hype and hilarious contradictions behind the AI craze. From sentient chatbot fears to the truth about your job being stolen we separate sci-fi fantasy from silicon reality. 📉 Spoiler: Your toaster isnt plotting against you. 💬 Got a hot take on AI Drop it in the commentsunless you're a robot (looking at you GPT). 🔔 Like Subscribe & Hit That Bell if"
YouTube Link 2025-04-10T13:03Z 76.4K followers, [----] engagements
"What you need to know before starting Ozempic Wegovy or other GLP-1s #shorts #glp1forweightloss Check out the long-form debunks at @Dad-The-Engineer Ozempic Wegovy Saxenda Mounjaro and other GLP-1 medications are seemingly everywhere. Are they safe See the full video here: https://youtu.be/iGqig_1bo7E See the full Dad Ruins Everything playlist here: https://www.youtube.com/playlistlist=PL1pQmQBUyTrhxDsoURDHyydmPQQMemDhh #glp1 #glp1forweightloss ozempic wegovy saxenda mounjaro weight loss weight loss injection side effects weight loss injections reviews #glp1 #glp1forweightloss ozempic wegovy"
YouTube Link 2025-04-09T14:23Z 76.4K followers, [---] engagements
"Dad Ruins Ozempic: The Dangerous Truth About the Skinny Shot Ozempic is everywherecelebs are using it your cousins using it your doctor might be on it. But whats really going on with this so-called miracle weight loss drug In this episode of Dad Ruins Everything I dig into the truth behind Ozempic Wegovy and other GLP-1 medications. Is it the end of obesity or just another pharmaceutical gold rush What are the side effects they dont talk about And why are people injecting themselves to lose ten pounds before vacation Please let me know about YOUR experiences with GLP-1s in the comments I have"
YouTube Link 2025-04-06T13:08Z 76.4K followers, [----] engagements
"The Recycling Lie: Where Your Trash Really Ends Up China (via the National Sword policy) fundamentally changed the way the US handled curbside recyclables in [----] but the recycling system has been broken since its inception. This video covers how the system is broken what could be better and what actually works. Let's separate fact from fiction as I ruin recycling Please let me know about YOUR experiences with recycling in the comments This video is USA-centric in terms of my research but I'd like to hear what the realities of recycling in other countries are. I have a particular set of"
YouTube Link 2025-03-31T20:21Z 76.4K followers, [----] engagements
"Dad Ruins CBD: The $6 Billion Wellness Scam Starting in [----] CBD products hit the market in a big way. And why not the benefits of CBD are widely known. CBD can reduce anxiety alleviate chronic pain improve sleep cure inflammation and help with everything from epilepsy to acne. Oh wait. never mind - it CAN'T do those things Find out the truth about CBD and why you shouldn't put YOUR money into the $6 billion a year industry in this installment of Dad Ruins Everything Please let me know about YOUR experiences with CBD in the comments I have a particular set of skills. and it's debunking and"
YouTube Link 2025-03-27T16:56Z 76.4K followers, [----] engagements
"Dad Ruins Bottled Water: The $300 Billion Scam Bottled water has been around for [---] years and is a $300 billion dollar business. It's also mostly a marketing creation and a huge source of spending waste. Find out more in this installment of Dad Ruins Everything I have a particular set of skills. and it's debunking and ruining things that some people swear by and hold dear. Check out the rest of the Dad Ruins Everything series here: https://www.youtube.com/playlistlist=PL1pQmQBUyTrhxDsoURDHyydmPQQMemDhh Get a gallon of water for $.07 of filter cost with the Brita UltraMax Large Water"
YouTube Link 2025-03-15T19:02Z 76.4K followers, [----] engagements
"Two Macro Decks Under $60 Are They Any Good So youve decided that you want a macro pad or stream deck but you dont want to spend the kind of money that a Elgato Megalodon Razer and Keychron cost. I dont blame you. You could make your own with AutoHotInterceptor and HidMacros and a little patience OR you could spend as little as $25 for a fully-baked solution I cover the $25 no-frills Sayo mechanical pad and the LCD-key Ulanzi D200 at $54. Find out if theyre just as good as their expensive counterparts Get the Sayo here: https://www.newegg.com/p/32N-04S9-00006Item=9SIBEKHK7E6537& (Newegg"
YouTube Link 2025-03-13T16:47Z 76.4K followers, [----] engagements
"The Truth About Tarot Cards: Ancient Wisdom or Expensive Guesswork Are tarot cards a mystical tool. or just medieval playing cards wrapped in marketing In this episode of Dad Ruins Everything I dig into the real history behind tarot how they became a "fortune-telling" phenomenon and why so many modern readers are selling you vibes instead of verifiable predictions. From ancient Italian game nights to AI-generated tarot decks let's uncover whether there's any magic here or just a lot of creative storytelling. Which cards do you know The Star The World The Sun [--] of Wands Ace of Cups King of"
YouTube Link 2025-03-10T23:02Z 76.4K followers, [---] engagements
"Dad Ruins Chakras: The New Age Myth That Won't Die Chakra-related beliefs have been around for CENTURIES. New Age woo woo has been around for a handful of decades. Watch me ruin both in mere MINUTES Are your chakras rotated Your energy blocked No prisoners here. it's all going down in flames Have you had first-hand experiences with energy healing I've got you covered too I have a particular set of skills. and it's debunking and ruining things that some people swear by and hold dear. Please like and subscribe Chapters: 0:00 - intro 0:53 - a timeline 5:52 - a list 9:02 - conclusion and a"
YouTube Link 2025-03-05T14:36Z 76.4K followers, [----] engagements
"Dad Ruins Extended Warranties: The Biggest Ripoff They Keep Selling You (Protection Plans too) Extended warranties and device protection just make sense right While it makes sense to limit your risk you need to understand the difference between a WARRANTY and an EXTENDED warranty. One exists for you and the other is a product sold for profit. Give me a few minutes to ruin extended warranties and device protection plans Heard of SquareTrade Asurion Assurant or AppleCare I have something for you too If you're one of the fortunate people that's had GOOD experiences with these products I have"
YouTube Link 2025-02-22T18:21Z 76.4K followers, [----] engagements
"Dad Ruins Astrology: The Ancient Scam That Won't Die Astrology has been around for CENTURIES. watch me ruin it in MINUTES Into birth charts Horoscopes No prisoners here. it's all going down in flames Have you had first-hand experiences with accurate astrology I've got you covered too I have a particular set of skills. and it's debunking and ruining things that some people swear by and hold dear. Please like and subscribe Chapters: 0:00 - Intro 2:48 - Then and now 5:07 - A list of problems 8:38 - Barnum statements 10:42 - Conclusions 12:12 - Outro astrology zodiac debunk aires taurus gemini"
YouTube Link 2025-02-12T22:12Z 76.4K followers, [----] engagements
"Have a Netgear router or WAP Find out if you're in danger Recently it was TP-Link. This week it's Netgear. PSV-2023-0039 and PSV-2021-0017 are critical vulnerabilities that can compromise your network and expose your data Protect yourself here: https://youtu.be/NxBW23np8zk This just continues to reinforce that routers are a popular target for attack. Check out my longer video explaining how vulnerable you may be and what you can do about it. In less than [--] minutes you can learn how to be properly protected. Over half of the people that will watch this video are using out-of-support equipment"
YouTube Link 2025-02-06T15:49Z 76.4K followers, [---] engagements
"Amazon Vine Taxes: Understand the risks of Amazon Vine tax "strategies" - PART [--] Selecting thousands of dollars of products on Amazon's Vine program can be fun and a massive spending saver. It also has tax implications at the end of the year. Beware of the "experts" on YouTube and Reddit - following bad advice can cost you can IRS audit and fines. This video is a follow-up to https://youtu.be/84Cx3MHVPE8. My response to those asking about hobby income business income and swapping in fair market value (FMV) for estimated tax value (ETV) on the 1099-NEC provided by Amazon. Can you do these"
YouTube Link 2025-02-04T20:03Z 76.4K followers, [---] engagements
"Dad Ruins YouTube SEO: Lies Creators Keep Falling For 🔴 Dad Ruins YouTube SEO Lies Scams and Empty Promises Theres an entire industry built around YouTube SEO and most of it is complete nonsense. "Experts" claim they have special magical insight into algorithms they've never seen and probably couldn't even read if they had access. I can't tell you which SEO gurus are lying and which are just wrong. but I can explain how the real SEO landscape works why most advice is useless and how to set your expectations realistically. If youre tired of empty promises about "gaming the algorithm" this"
YouTube Link 2025-01-22T00:10Z 76.4K followers, [----] engagements
"Discover what your router does and what ELSE it can do for you Is your router just a box that sits on a table or the floor This video tells you what it does and about the most common features it has that you may not be using (yet). Before you get too comfortable you should know that your router may be unsafe. Find out more here: https://youtu.be/NxBW23np8zk Here's a short addressing loading 3rd-party firmware on disposable routers: https://youtube.com/shorts/k5FYnA1jVnYfeature=share Here's the video you should watch to understand how multi-WAN Internet works and what equipment choices you"
YouTube Link 2025-01-17T22:40Z 76.4K followers, [----] engagements
"The best Internet connection option for you - wherever you live (and what to avoid) Most people select an Internet vendor and don't switch when better options become available. Technology continually changes - find out if you're paying too much or if you're using obsolete connectivity After all there could be faster AND cheaper choices for you. Great Now you have an amazing Internet connection. is your router actually protecting you Find out here: https://youtu.be/NxBW23np8zk Here's the video you should watch to understand how multi-WAN Internet works and what equipment choices you have:"
YouTube Link 2025-01-09T18:33Z 76.4K followers, [---] engagements
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