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BUZZ OUT LOUD
Buzz Out Loud is CNET's "podcast of indeterminate length," featuring Tom and Molly's entertaining, sometimes caustic, and always skeptical take on technology news. The daily show features commentary, guests, and phone calls and e-mail from our listeners. Visit the Buzz Out Loud show page.
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Tom appears on CNET TV, specializing in help and how-to and the ever popular Top 5 lists. He also co-hosts CNET's The Real Deal podcast.
Molly engages in ruthless industry analysis in the form of the Daily Buzz, the Buzz Report video, and, of course, Buzz Out Loud.
Jason can often be found producing Buzz Out Loud from the audio studios at CNET, updating XML feeds from the comfort of his cubicle, and saying "uh-oh" from time to time.
Buzz Out Loud Video
Buzz Out Loud, CNET's "podcast of indeterminate length," is going video! Every Friday, Tom, Molly and Jason bring you their entertaining, sometimes caustic, and always skeptical take on technology news on CNET TV, complete with commentary, phone calls and e-mail from the Buzztown community.
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Tom appears on CNET TV, specializing in help and how-to and the ever popular Top 5 lists. He also co-hosts CNET's The Real Deal podcast.
Molly engages in ruthless industry analysis in the form of the Daily Buzz, the Buzz Report video, and, of course, Buzz Out Loud.
Jason can often be found producing Buzz Out Loud from the CNET studios, updating XML feeds from the comfort of his cubicle, and saying "uh-oh" from time to time.
The Buzz Report
Molly Wood uses her expertise and passion for the world of technology for ruthless analysis in column, blog, podcast, and video form. As host of the weekly Buzz Report video, Molly provides a fresh and funny perspective on the latest in consumer electronic products to hit the market, as well as commentary on the most buzz-worthy technology news.
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Molly Wood, executive editor from CNET.com, tracks all things buzzable in print, video, and podcast. 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.
CAR TECH
Every Friday, car nut and tech aficionado Brian Cooley runs down the latest news in the ever-evolving integration between cars and technology. Meanwhile, Kevin Massy and Wayne Cunningham drive the newest car in the CNET barn, going over its cabin tech with a fine-toothed comb, checking out off-the-line acceleration, and trying not to crash.
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Brian Cooley has a fleet of late '60s cars so he's well aware that great motoring exists happily in the absence of silicon--car technology only impresses him when it's great.
On the cutting edge of tech coverage, Wayne began his journalism career writing about the Web in 1995. Although he has covered many areas of technology, he considers the Car Tech beat the best yet.
Kevin Massy specializes in automotive digital information and media systems, as well as alternative drivetrain technologies. From hands-free Bluetooth calling to hands-on red-line driving, he lives in the Car Tech fast lane.
Car Tech Video
Each episode, Brian Cooley takes you for an inside look at a new car and it's cabin tech, as well as the technology underneath the hood.
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Brian Cooley has a fleet of late '60s cars so he's well aware that great motoring exists happily in the absence of silicon--car technology only impresses him when it's great.
CNET Live
CNET live features hosts Brian Cooley and Tom Merritt sharing their expertise and having fun doing it. The two tech experts take calls, emails, and video questions, in order to help viewers get the most out of their technology. The show also features regular segments like Insider Secrets, Free Download of the Week, and best of the Web, helping viewers keep on top of the latest tech trends.
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Brian Cooley is CNET's senior pundit, seen frequently on CNN, ABC News, CNBC as well on the TV screens in most major tech retailers around the U.S. He also hosts CNET's Car Tech videos and podcast.
Tom Merritt is also co-host of the Buzz out Loud and Real Deal podcasts. He spends the rest of his time dreaming up Top 5 Lists and Insider Secrets for CNET TV.
CNET News
From industry news to techy trends to newsmaker interviews, no technology angle is too small or obscure to explore. Our reporters take you there in this video series that aims to bring you even closer to the tech news you find daily on News.com.
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As the broadcast reporter, Kara Tsuboi makes the most visual, stimulating and interesting tech stories come to life.
Erica Ogg is a staff writer for CNET News.com, and a frequent contributor to CNET's Crave gadget blog. She reports on the PC and consumer electronics industries, and is a host of News.com's daily News podcast.
CNET's Top 5
The best and worst of technology counted down by CNET TV's Tom Merritt. From the hottest gadgets, to the worst downloads and more. Find out what's number one.
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Tom appears on CNET TV, specializing in help and how-to and the ever popular Top 5 lists. He also co-hosts CNET's The Real Deal podcast.
Crave
You know you like it. You know you want it. You know you Crave it. That's why we're giving you the best of Crave in our weekly video podcast to catch you up on the gadgets you may have missed--or, in some cases, should miss.
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It has been rumored that Brian Tong has Red Bull naturally occurring in his bloodstream and he loves chopping it up with fellow "Tech-Knowledge-G's". You'll also find him on Prizefight, Product Spotlight and throughout CNET's franchises.
Dialed In
Whether it's for just making calls or for cramming your entire life into one device, the ubiquitous cell phone continues to evolve. Each Wednesday cell phone editors Kent German, Bonnie Cha and Nicole Lee meet to discuss the latest cell phone news and answer your questions. Join us to find out what's in, what's out and what's coming next.
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Bonnie reviews the latest smart phones, PDAs, and GPS devices, helping CNET readers get their hands on the latest mobile electronics.
Kent is CNET's cell phone editor and has been following the wireless industry for seven years. He's embarrassed to admit he can name almost any cell phone he sees on the street.
Nicole reviews cell phones and their accessories for CNET, thus satisfying her love for all things small, shiny, and digital.
The Digital Home
Have you ever wanted a no-nonsense discussion on what is really going with all the tech topics related to your Digital Home? If so, join Don Reisinger as he brings you the same biting commentary you've come to expect from his Digital Home blog in all its audio glory.
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Don Reisinger has spent his career telling it like it is -- whether tech companies like it or not. He is a regular guest host on the TWiT podcasts, as well as a tech blogger for CNET and NewTeeVee.
EIC²
Editors Dan Farber of News.com and Larry Dignan of ZDNet square off in EIC² in this weekly podcast. The two editor in chiefs talk about the big tech stories of the day and provide insight and analysis.
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Dan Farber is the editor in chief of CNET News. He has covered technology for more than two decades, and previously served as editor in chief of ZDNet, PCWeek and Macweek.
Larry Dignan is the editor in chief of ZDNet and editorial director of ZDNet sister site TechRepublic. Larry was most recently executive editor of News and Blogs at ZDNet.
Gadgettes
Girl gurus Kelly Morrison and Molly Wood give you the latest on hot gadgets, pop-culture tech, and shopping advice--and answer your gadget questions, to boot. Every Friday the Gadgettes offer help in choosing and using your devices, plus DIY projects, humor, snark, and vicious attacks on small, cute, helpless little pink gadgets.
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In addition to her duties on Buzz Out Loud, the Daily Buzz, and the Buzz Report, Molly gets her gadget on as part of the Gadgettes duo. Favorite gadgets include TiVo, TomTom Navigator 5, and the Logitech Harmony 880.
Kelly has been at CNET for nearly 10 years, starting in 1996 as a features editor for CNET Download.com. She is now the Site Director for CNET.
Jason takes time from producing podcasts for CNET to bark (and sometimes sing) unintelligable nonsense as an honorary Gadgette.
Indecent Exposure
Kick back and listen to Phil and Lori's weekly chat about what's new, interesting, useful -- and occasionally irritating -- in the world of digital photography and imaging. Got questions? Drop us a line at indecentexposure@cnet.com and be a part of the show.
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Lori has been an avid photographer for almost 30 years, and spent the past 15 attempting to master every aspect of technology.
Phil came to CNET from Popular Photography & Imaging magazine. He has been writing reviews of cameras, camcorders, televisions, and other sundry electronics for more than eight years.
Matt has been involved with digital camera technology and the photo industry for more than 15 years. Matthew's background includes work as a professional photographer, a technical representative, and a repair technician.
Inside CNET Labs
"Inside CNET Labs" has two meanings. According to one meaning, this podcast takes you behind the scenes of CNET's editorial process from a performance testing perspective. It will demystify CNET's performance testing process, allowing the listener an inside look at the good, the bad, and the ugly of performance testing. The second meaning gets equal attention--and sometimes more so--as we go inside the heads of CNET's San Francisco Labs staff, Eric Franklin and Dong Ngo, who will have opinionated discussions on subjects ranging from the insecurities of people to whether the existence of time can be proven. This is the stuff they've talked about every day for several years. Unfortunately for them (and fortunately for you, we hope), it's now being recorded.
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One of Eric Franklin's colleagues once had the following to say to him: "Eric, you've been doing this performance testing thing for over 10 years now. How about you try something different?" To which Eric responded, "How about you shut the #%$@! up?" This candid attitude allows him to go toe-to-toe with the most extreme of personalities, including that of Dong Ngo. This bio was written by Eric Franklin.
Dong Ngo is a knowledgeable, opinionated individual who wants to convince the world that he's just a normal person; but he hasn't had much success. According to him, this is because the world itself is abnormal. Dong loves traveling and is well-versed in several languages. He, unfortunately, is not so well-versed in English. Still, it's best to ask him questions. From networking and how to optimize your system, to turning a strange place into home or what the meaning of life is…most of the time, he has the answers. The question is: Will he make himself understood? Subscribe and find out!
Insider Secrets
Get the inside scoop on how to get more from your technology. Extend that battery life, speed up that PC, go faster, higher, stronger! Our team of editors pass along the best tips and tricks and show you how to make them happen in clear easy steps.
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Tom appears on CNET TV, specializing in help and how-to videos as well as co-hosting CNET's Buzz Out Loud podcast.
Molly engages in ruthless industry analysis in the form of the Buzz Report, Buzz Out Loud and the Gadgettes podcast.
Brian Cooley is CNET's senior pundit, seen frequently on CNN, ABC News, CNBC as well on the TV screens in most major tech retailers around the U.S. He also hosts CNET's Car Tech videos and podcast.
It has been rumored that Brian Tong has Red Bull naturally occurring in his bloodstream and he loves chopping it up with fellow "Tech-Knowledge-G's". You'll also find him on Prizefight, Product Spotlight and throughout CNET's franchises.
Loaded
Loaded is your daily technology news show. Host Natali Del Conte discusses the news and takes technology to the streets of New York City to see it at work.
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Natali Del Conte is a technology news journalist who thinks social networks are a necessary evil. She is a Bay Area native, which does not necessarily make her an expert on the Silicon Valley even though she thinks it does. She brings the news about tech from coast to coast on Loaded, which she films in New York City.
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- Loaded on CNET TV
- Natali's blog
Mailbag
Mailbag is CNET's "Letters to the editor" where we find out what you think about the things that we do at CNET.com and CNETTV. Molly Wood takes your feedback and gives some well deserved answers, and occasionally makes fun of your spelling along the way. Send in your questions and comments to mailbag@cnet.com and have them answered on the show.
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Molly engages in ruthless industry analysis in the form of the Buzz Out Loud podcast, the Buzz Report video, and, of course, Mailbag.
MP3 Insider
Changes are swift in the new age of MP3 and digital audio. Stay in the loop every Tuesday as Jasmine and Donald discuss the latest digital music (and video) news, hardware, software, and media services, and address reader calls and e-mail.
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Jasmine is CNET's resident digital audio doyenne, writing and editing product reviews, crave blogs, and feature stories on all things MP3. And if you need advice on headphones, she's your girl.
Donald Bell is an electronic musician, a veteran record store employee, and a fearless hardware hacker. He's also CNET's Senior Editor for MP3 and digital audio.
Music Sessions from Studio C
This weekly music podcast features exclusive performances and interviews with our favorite artists and bands, from hip-hop MC Lyrics Born to country songwriter Jim Lauderdale, R&B star Bobby Valentino, and indie icon Miho Hatori. The artists join hosts Kurt Wolff, Ariel Nunez, and Peter Gavin and producer Mike Tao to discuss songwriting, recording techniques, and what it takes to navigate the music world these days. And of course, we listen as they perform live right in our studio.
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Kurt Wolff, Senior Editor at CNET Download.com Music, wants you to know that just because he wrote The Rough Guide to Country Music, that doesn't mean he only has ears for George Jones and Johnny Paycheck. Currently he also hangs around the CNET music blog Crossfade.
The man behind the boards in Studio C, Mike Tao, is an associate producer at Download.com Music. He also runs Word Life Promotions, which he founded in 1999, and regularly spins under the name DJ Mike Nice.
Guest host Ariel Nunez is an associate producer at CNET TV and also hosts the Bay Area hip-hop television show Distortion 2 Static.
Guest host Peter Gavin is an associate producer at Download.com Music as well as a producer of his own music under the name Moped. When he's not at work or in the studio, look for him on the Frisbee golf course.
News.com Daily Podcast
The News.com team bring you this snappy podcast every weekday, covering everything from privacy to processors, iPods to Intel. Charlie Cooper, Leslie Katz, Erica Ogg and Jennifer Guevin cover the top technology news of the day, and encourage listeners to be a part of the discussion in the forums.
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Charlie Cooper is an executive editor with CNET News.com. He writes a weekly column and also edits the Perspectives and Newsmakers sections.
Leslie is a CNET News.com associate editor who focuses on gadgets, games and all other digital distractions.
Erica is a staff writer for CNET News.com, where she covers consumers electronics, PCs and the companies that make them.
Jennifer is an associate editor for CNET News.com who focuses on science and off-beat tech news.
Prizefight
It's the ultimate face-off between tech's top dogs in this 5 round, winner take all bout. Watch every blow-by-blow where you'll find the hottest cell phones, digital audio players, cameras and more battling it out for Prizefight Supremacy.
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Brian Tong brings his high-energy to the ultimate battle royale of tech. He's been rumored to have Red Bull naturally occurring in his bloodstream and loves chopping it up with fellow "Tech-Knowledge-G's". You'll also find him on Crave, Product Spotlight and throughout CNET's franchises.
Product Spotlight
Product Spotlight gives you the skinny on the hottest gadgets and tech toys, that everyone is talking about. We breakdown what makes these devices so great, as well as what needs work. If you're on the fence about getting your next goodie, the Product Spotlight will give you the nudge you need.
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It has been rumored that Brian Tong has Red Bull naturally occurring in his bloodstream and he loves chopping it up with fellow "Tech-Knowledge-G's". You'll also find him on Prizefight, Crave and throughout CNET's franchises.
Quick Tips
CNET editors attempt to make life a bit easier for you with these fast and easy tips on how to use your tech effectively.
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Tom appears on CNET TV, specializing in help and how-to videos as well as co-hosting CNET's Buzz Out Loud podcast.
Brian Cooley is CNET's senior pundit, seen frequently on CNN, ABC News, CNBC as well on the TV screens in most major tech retailers around the U.S. He also hosts CNET's Car Tech videos and podcast.
It has been rumored that Brian Tong has Red Bull naturally occurring in his bloodstream and he loves chopping it up with fellow "Tech-Knowledge-G's". You'll also find him on Prizefight, Product Spotlight and throughout CNET's franchises.
The Real Deal
The knowledge you need isn't always esoteric; sometimes it's just hard to find. The Real Deal gives you access to secrets and info that will help you master the confusing world of technology. Every Tuesday Tom and Rafe take on a new topic as well as taking your e-mail.
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Tom appears on CNET TV and loves to dive into technology and help consumers fight fear, uncertainty, and doubt with technology.
is editor of Webware.com, CNET's blog about Web applications. He lives to discover great new online apps – and to rip apart bad ones.
Security Bites
Backdoors, pharming, botnets, phishing, rootkits, viruses, worms. Feeling vulnerable? Every Friday, CNET.com's Robert Vamosi will tell you about the latest security threats, what's coming, and how to protect your system.
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Over the past six years, Robert Vamosi has appeared on CNN, NBC, ABC, MSNBC and various other media outlets as an expert on computer viruses, spyware, identity theft, phishing and other criminal activities on the Internet. He writes the award-winning weekly security column, Security Watch.
Tales From Silicon Valley
Silicon Valley is full of stories: some pretty, some not. Tom Merritt invites you to experience the untold story behind the tech giants you only think you know. These are their stories.
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Tom appears on CNET TV, specializing in help and how-to and the ever popular Top 5 lists. He also co-hosts CNET's Buzz Out Loud podcast.
The 404
The 404 is where...well...you won't find much of anything to help you stay connected to the latest news. You will, however, find three guys who are obsessed with tech talking about music, movies, games, and anything else in pop culture that uses technology.
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Jeff Bakalar is an editor for CNET Reviews, getting all the dirt on the gaming industry. After spending a few years in the world of film production, he has settled down and currently lives in New Jersey. He's an avid writer, gamer, and full-time pessimist.
Wilson G. Tang is an associate producer for CNET TV. He's a part-time artist and filmmaker and has written and directed several films. He likes long walks on the beach and girls.
Justin Yu can be found tinkering with printers and other peripherals for CNET, when he's not adjusting his headphones, riding his bike, or eating hot dogs for breakfast.
Today in Tech History
Find out today's tech milestones, whether it's the first spam e-mail, great feats of engineering, or the birth of quantum theory.
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Molly Wood is an executive editor and video personality at CNETTV.com who hosts or co-hosts Buzz Out Loud, the Buzz Report, Gadgettes, and the CNET Mailbag, among other things. She is quite certain she will be the winner of this year's holiday Trivial Pursuit tournament.
What is a podcast?
In a nutshell, podcasting is the publishing of media files--audio and video--so that they are available for download to anybody who subscribes to them via an RSS feed.
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