Brian reports on what happens when the rubber meets the road in consumer electronics and personal technology. A consumer himself who lives with technology every day, Brian's reporting focuses on its best uses and how technology can make life more efficient, fun, and productive. He has been with CNET for more than 10 years and is well-known for his uncanny ability to bridge the gap between technology and the real world. His online video reports show what works, what doesn't, and how to make it all fit in your life--not just in theoretical market demographics. Click here for more on Brian.
Earlier in his career, Brian served as news director at broadcast market leaders KMEL/San Francisco and KKBT/Los Angeles. Just prior to joining CNET, he was morning host and Web evangelist at KPIX/San Francisco, where he built Westinghouse Broadcasting's first station Web site.
Brian is frequently called upon by national and regional broadcast, radio, and print outlets for his technology expertise and commentary. A small sampling of his recent appearances include CNN, CNBC, Fox Sports Radio, ESPN2's Cold Pizza, National Public Radio's Marketplace, San Francisco's KPIX-TV (CBS), Los Angeles' KCBS-TV, San Francisco's KGO-AM 810 (ABC), and Los Angeles' KNX-AM 1070 (CBS).
Tom connects with the CNET audience by showing them how to get the most out of their consumer electronic and personal technology purchases, whether it's through the top-rated podcast Buzz Out Loud, CNET newsletters, or help-and-how-to videos. With 20 years of experience in journalism and media, Tom is an expert at demystifying tech jargon and helping consumers find the excitement and usefulness in their tech gear. Click here for more on Tom.
Before CNET, Tom worked at TechTV where he was the executive Web producer and a radio host. Other projects at TechTV included co-hosting an instructional video, How to Build a Website, and producing TechTV's Top 20 Gifts TV show in November 2002.
Tom has been featured in several media outlets including CNN, San Francisco's ABC affiliate KGO-7 and CBS affiliate KPIX-5, Los Angeles' NBC affiliate KNBC, Austin, Texas' KVUE ABC affiliate, NPR's Marketplace Morning Report, and Wall Street Journal This Morning Radio.
Molly uses her expertise and passion for the world of technology for ruthless analysis in column, blog, podcast, and video form. As host of the Buzz Report video, Molly provides a fresh and funny perspective on the latest consumer electronic products to hit the market, as well as commentary on the stories and development that she thinks are truly buzz worthy. She is also co-host of Buzz Out Loud, CNET's "podcast of indeterminate length," which entertains listeners with a funny and skeptical take on the day's technology news. Her other podcast, Gadgettes, is proof that girls can be geeks, too. Click here for more on Molly.
Before joining CNET in 2000, Molly was senior associate editor at MacHome Journal, where she wrote and edited Macintosh-specific product reviews, news, features, and trend stories. Prior to that, Molly was a reporter and editor at the Associated Press, where she assigned, wrote, and edited state, national, and international news.
Molly's expertise and quick wit is sought out by media outlets nationwide. She is a frequent guest on CNBC's Power Lunch and On the Money where she offers commentary on new product launches and tech news. She also does a weekly Tech Tuesday segment for Atlanta, Georgia's Dave FM radio's "All Access with Barnes & Firfer," where she is known as the "gadget authority." Molly's other recent media appearances include MSNBC, The Montel Williams Show, NPR's Marketplace Weekend Report, CNN Radio, MarketWatch Radio, San Francisco's KGO/ABC TV, G4, and numerous other local television affiliates throughout the country.
Brian brings his high energy and edgy style to CNET showcasing the latest and greatest in the tech world. Brian hosts Prizefight, a face-off between two of the hottest products ranging from MP3 players to cell phones. He also hosts the popular Crave video podcast, a weekly rundown on the latest, greatest and sometimes strangest tech products from the CNET Crave gadget blog. You'll also see him introducing the newest products reviewed on CNET in the Product Spotlight. Click here for more on Brian.
Brian graduated from San Jose State University, majoring in broadcast journalism. He started his media career working at CNN headquarters in Atlanta, Georgia. He received his first break as one of the hosts of an Asian American pop-culture TV show called STIR TV that aired nationally for over four years. While at STIR in 2003, he had the opportunity to cover cell-phone technology in Japan that still has yet to reach the U.S.
Kara brings her years of broadcast experience and shrewd reporting skills to the CNET News and TV teams. No technology angle is too small or obscure to explore. A little curiosity combined with a camera can dig up and turn out all sorts of interesting and engaging stories. From major industry news to technology trends or newsmaker interviews, Kara's reports will keep you up to date and full of chatter at the water cooler. Click here for more on Kara.
Before joining CNET in 2007, Kara hosted Taste for Adventure, a travel and outdoor sport show that airs on the Fine Living Network. Earlier in her broadcast career, Kara worked in front of and behind the camera at various news organizations around the world. Highlights include covering the end of President Boris Yeltsin's term in office for CNN Moscow, the 2000 presidential election while working for Peter Jennings at ABC New York, and reporting from the frontlines of the Sierra's biggest wildfires.
While not a "techy" by training, Kara is thrilled to indulge her curiosity into Geek culture. She is also always looking for story ideas, so feel free to drop her a note.
Natali covers a wide audience as the host of Loaded, a daily tech news show that she tapes in English and Spanish. She is an expert on all things tech, especially mobile phones, social networking, and Web applications. She has a keen eye for seeing technology from a practical standpoint. Her goal is to show how the real world will actually use the gadgets, gizmos, and applications that hit the market everyday. Click here for more on Natali.
Prior to joining CNET in 2008, she wrote, produced, and hosted TeXtra on the Podshow network. She has been a journalist since 2000 and has written for publications such as MarketWatch, The San Francisco Examiner, PC Magazine, TechCrunch, ElleGirl, Wired, and Variety Magazine. Natali has a bachelor's degree in mass communication with an emphasis in journalism and a master's degree in sociology with an emphasis in media. She is a born-and-bred San Franciscan but recently relocated to New York City to report from the CNET New York office.
CNET TV lead
With more than 10 years experience in online digital production, Mark is responsible for CNET's video strategy and mission for the consumer electronics and small-business categories. He manages a team of video and technical producers who develop and execute CNET's category-defining video content. Mark was responsible for the launch of CNET's video destination site, CNET TV and was instrumental in the development of several original video series focusing on lifestyle content such as Buzz Report, Loaded, First Look From the Labs, Insider Secrets, and Car Tech. Click here for more on Mark.
Since joining CNET Networks in 1996, Mark has held several production roles including associate producer, producer and senior producer. Through a partnership CNET.com had with Edmunds.com, Mark, a senior producer at the time, oversaw the team that developed the first video to appear on the Edmunds.com site. He was also a producer for two of CNET's technology-focused television shows, The New Edge, with Ryan Seacrest, and Cool Tech, with Daphne Brogdon and Desmond Crisis. The New Edge covered the latest technology, and Mark was responsible for producing segments ranging from fuel cell cars to robotic medicine. Cool Tech featured the hottest new gear and gizmos including segments on in-line skating and underwater scooters among others.
Mark received the 2000 CNET Networks Achievement award and the 2004 CNET Networks Excellence Award, each of which acknowledges extraordinary contributions to the company by individuals who have performed at the highest level to move the business forward.
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