Technology, science, language, and humor.
They do mix; very well, in fact. That’s been my experience, anyway, in my years writing columns, presenting science and tech on TV, creating how-to books, and doing a lot of public speaking. Welcome to my world!
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After five years at Yahoo, I've rejoined The Times. My regular feature, "Crowdwise," crowdsources solutions to life's most flummoxing problems. I also contribute "how to" tech stories.
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I write and host stories for "Sunday Morning" about tech, science, the environment, Broadway, and a lot more.
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I’ve hosted 17 funny, fascinating specials for “NOVA,” the long-running science show on PBS. All of them are available, in full, to watch online.
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The New York Times

16 Useful Gems in Apple’s New iOS 13
Oct 27, 2019iOS 13 has dozens of well-publicized new features--and a few gems that Apple doesn't talk about.
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CBS Sunday Morning

How GoFundMe is changing charity
Dec 22, 2019GoFundMe has facilitated $9 billion in donations from everyday citizens to people who've experienced disasters, funeral expenses, and medical costs.
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New York Magazine

I Never Wanted a Touchscreen Google Hub. Then I Tried One.
Oct 9, 2019In my "Strategist" micro-column, I review tech products I actually wound up buying. This week: Google Homes with screens.
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