Kara Swisher

Kara Swisher

Keynote Speaker: Journalist, Podcaster & Author; Host of "On with Kara Swisher"; Co-Founder of Vox Media's Recode

Kara Swisher Biography

Kara Swisher began her career as a contributing editor at New York Magazine, making significant strides in the field of journalism. She is recognized for her expertise in technology, having co-founded Vox Media's Recode, a prominent technology news website, in 2014. In addition to her foundational work with Recode, Swisher has written for noteworthy publications such as The Wall Street Journal and The Washington Post. She further showcased her journalistic prowess by co-producing the All Things Digital conference and the online publication All Things D.

Swisher's talents stretch beyond the written word to the realm of audio, evident in her success as a podcast host. She has lent her voice to "On with Kara Swisher" and co-hosted "Pivot". Additionally, Swisher launched the "Recode Decode" podcast in 2015 and later co-launched the "Pivot" podcast, which joined New York Magazine's properties in 2020. She also hosted the Salesforce-sponsored podcast "Sway" for The New York Times, further solidifying her place in the podcast world. Swisher is also the creator and host of the CNN original series "Kara Swisher Wants To Live Forever," which explores longevity science, anti-aging treatments, biotech breakthroughs, and the role of technology leaders in the quest to extend human life.

Outside of her journalistic endeavors, Swisher has made a name for herself as an author and a political figure. Her published works include "aol.com: How Steve Case Beat Bill Gates, Nailed the Netheads and Made Millions in the War for the Web" and "There Must Be a Pony in Here Somewhere: The AOL Time Warner Debacle and the Quest for a Digital Future". In 2021, Simon & Schuster signed Swisher for a two-book memoir deal, the first of which, "Burn Book: A Tech Love Story," was released in 2024. Swisher's political pursuits saw her announce her candidacy for Mayor of San Francisco as a Democrat for 2023, advocating for a progressive platform focusing on housing, legalizing marijuana, and new labor laws for the on-demand workforce.

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Kara Swisher Speaking Topics

The Weaponization of Social Media

Kara Swisher Videos

Kara Swisher: Keynote Address
Dean's Speaker Series | Kara Swisher | Tech Journalist
Keynote: Kathy Griffin with Kara Swisher | SXSW 2019

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What topics does Kara Swisher speak about?

Kara Swisher is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Journalist, Technology, Influential Women, LGBTQ, Social Media, Marketing, College, Commencement, Female Leadership, STEM, Finance, FinTech, Women, Leadership and Women's History Month.

Where does Kara Swisher travel from?

Kara Swisher generally travels from Washington, DC, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances.

Who is the agent for Kara Swisher?

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Kara Swisher is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics including Journalist, Technology and Influential Women. Please contact us for live or virtual event fee details. Kara Swisher generally travels from Washington, DC, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances. Similar motivational celebrity speakers are Allie K. Miller, Zack Kass and Daymond John. Contact All American Speakers for ratings, reviews, videos and information on scheduling Kara Swisher for an upcoming event.

Speaker profile last updated by AAE Talent Team on 16/03/2026.

Kara Swisher Speaking Topics

  • The Weaponization of Social Media

Kara Swisher Videos

Kara Swisher: Keynote Address
Dean's Speaker Series | Kara Swisher | Tech Journalist
Keynote: Kathy Griffin with Kara Swisher | SXSW 2019
Recode co-founder Kara Swisher on Code Conference

Kara Swisher Reviews

  • Always a pleasure to work with All American Speakers!
    Communitech Corporation - Jun 28 2019

  • How do I book Kara Swisher to speak at my event?

    Our experienced booking agents have successfully helped clients around the world secure speakers like Kara Swisher for speaking engagements, personal appearances, product endorsements, or corporate entertainment since 2002. Click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page to check availability for Kara Swisher, or call our office at 1.800.698.2536 to discuss your upcoming event. One of our experienced agents will be happy to help you get speaking fee information and check availability for Kara Swisher or any other speaker of your choice.
  • How much does it cost to book Kara Swisher for a speaking engagement?

    Speaking fees for Kara Swisher, or any other speakers and celebrities, are determined based on a number of factors and may change without notice. For the most current speaking fee to hire Kara Swisher, click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page, or call our office at 1.800.698.2536 to speak directly with an experienced booking agent.
  • What topics does Kara Swisher speak about?

    Kara Swisher is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Journalist, Technology, Influential Women, LGBTQ, Social Media, Marketing, College, Commencement, Female Leadership, STEM, Finance, FinTech, Women, Leadership and Women's History Month.
  • Where does Kara Swisher travel from?

    Kara Swisher generally travels from Washington, DC, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances.
  • Who is the agent for Kara Swisher?

    AAE Speakers Bureau has successfully secured keynote speakers like Kara Swisher for clients worldwide since 2002. As a full-service speaker booking agency, we have access to virtually any speaker or celebrity in the world. Our agents are happy and able to submit an offer to the speaker or celebrity of your choice, letting you benefit from our reputation and long-standing relationships in the industry. Please click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page including the details of your event, or call our office at 1.800.698.2536, and one of our agents will assist you to book Kara Swisher for your next private or corporate function.
  • What is a full-service speaker booking agency?

    AAE Speakers Bureau is a full-service speaker booking agency, meaning we can completely manage the speaker’s or celebrity’s engagement with your organization from the time of booking your speaker through the event’s completion. We provide all of the services you need to host Kara Swisher or any other speaker of your choice, including offer negotiation, contractual assistance, accounting and billing, and event speaker travel and logistics services. When you book a speaker with us, we manage the process of hosting a speaker for you as an extension of your team. Our goal is to give our clients peace of mind and a best-in-class service experience when booking a speaker with us.
  • Why is AAE Speakers Bureau different from other booking agencies?

    If you’re looking for the best speaker recommendations, paired with a top-notch customer service experience, you’re in the right place. At AAE Speakers Bureau, we exclusively represent the interests of our clients - professional organizations, companies, universities, and associations. We intentionally do not represent the speakers we feature or book. That is so we can present our clients with the broadest and best performing set of speaker options in the market today, and we can make these recommendations without any obligation to promote a specific speaker over another. This is why when our agents suggest a speaker for your event, you can be assured that they are of the highest quality with a history of proven success with our other clients.
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