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Hosted by Jack Rico with the help of experts and scientists from the Consumer Reports labs and testing facilities, Consumer 101 gives viewers a behind-the-scenes look into the science used to test every kind of product - the obscure, the fascinating, the everyday. Each week, audiences will discover more about the surprising intricacy of product testing, learn more efficient ways to get the most out of everyday items and glimpse unique career paths in the fields of science and technology. Consumer 101 is an empowering series aimed at giving teens the tools they need to make smarter choices as consumers, exploring the how, where, when and why we spend our resources so we can all make educated decisions when it counts.
Jack Rico discovers the ins and outs of safely sharing the road for cars and bikes; Consumer Reports experts test the latest noise-cancelling headphone technology in a room with no echo; plus, how to protect against a burst pipe in the home.
Host Jack Rico puts hot car stories to the test with a Consumer Reports expert and learns the dangers of leaving children and pets unattended in the back seat; the importance of pots and pans in making a great meal; preparing ACs for summer heat.
Host Jack Rico learns about the future of car technology, where cars can talk not only to each other, but to the city's infrastructure as well; a lawn mowing expert shares lessons in yard maintenance; helpful tips for buying a smart TV.
Host Jack Rico plays "That Sounds Shady" to guess which scenarios sound like online privacy traps; then he learns how to buy a used car from a Consumer Reports expert; plus, a runaway robot brings Jack to the robot vacuum lab.
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