Kara Swisher

Kara Swisher is an American journalist, podcaster, and author known for covering technology, the internet, and Silicon Valley.

Kara Swisher is an American journalist, podcaster, and author known for covering technology, artificial intelligence, and Silicon Valley. She co-founded Recode with Walt Mossberg and has worked for major outlets including The Wall Street Journal, The Washington Post, The New York Times, Vox Media, and New York Magazine. Her biography and body of work are widely documented and discussed, including on Wiki.

Early life and education

Swisher was born December 11, 1962, in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. She earned a Bachelor of Science from Georgetown University and a Master of Science from Columbia University.

Journalism career

Swisher began reporting on technology and the internet in 1994, building a reputation for direct interviews with tech executives. Her career has included roles at The Washington Post, The Wall Street Journal, and The New York Times, where she served as an opinion writer from 2018 to 2022. Her work has involved covering areas such as artificial intelligence and interviewing Silicon Valley figures including Elon Musk.

Recode and conference work

In 2014, Swisher co-founded Recode with Walt Mossberg under Vox Media. She also helped create and produce the All Things Digital and Code conference series, which became influential gatherings in the tech industry.

Podcasts and media work

Swisher has hosted and co-hosted major technology and politics podcasts, including On with Kara Swisher and Pivot. She has also contributed to outlets such as Vox Media, New York Magazine, CNN, and MSNBC.

Books and public profile

Swisher is an author and public speaker. Her memoir Burn Book: A Tech Love Story was published in 2024. Her interviewing style and long-running coverage have made her a prominent media figure in technology journalism.