Mario Armstrong

technology correspondent, NPR

Mario Armstrong translates technology for non-tech audiences, through his radio shows, TV appearances, public speaking, print and online. He is the on-air tech expert and contributor for NPR's "Morning Edition" program reaching 17 million households & NPR's "News & Notes" show. He hosts his own technology talk shows on XM radio, USTalknetwork.com, WYPR & WEAA. On TV he appears on NBC-Baltimore, AOL.com and he delivers a business tech segment for SBTV.com. He's also appeared on CNN, CNBC, TV-One, PBS and C-Span. Mario covers the stories, issues, devices and news makers of the day through the lens of technology! He explores how technology impacts our lives, education, institutions, entertainment, politics, society and business. In addition to his media presence, Mario created and oversees two educational youth tech programs that are designed to inspire middle and high-school students to pursue STEM (science, technology, engineering & math) academics and careers.