I’m an experienced writer and editor whose work you may have seen online or in print. I also host podcasts and videos, report investigative features, and give buying advice. I enjoy sharing stories and helping other writers share theirs.

Here’s a portfolio of some work I’m particularly proud of:

Hello!

Consumer Journalism

I’ve reported investigative features, written buying advice, and reviewed products for Consumer Reports, Wired, and USA Today.

Meet Mr. Washing Machine

First Drive: Mazda CX-50

USA Today

Consumer Reports

The Hidden Danger of Big Trucks

Consumer Reports

A Crash Test Bias Puts Women at Risk

Consumer Reports

Music, Travel, and Design

From yacht rock to kitchen design, I’ve reported from ghost towns, prison concerts, and fridge debuts for Atlas Obscura, Narratively, and CityLab.

Why Brazil’s State-Sponsored Brass Bands Love Phil Collins

Atlas Obscura

A Symbol of Spain’s Housing Crisis Finds Community

Bloomberg CityLab

The Lost Prince of Yacht Rock

Narratively

This Portuguese ‘Bank’ Safeguards Tiles

Atlas Obscura

Media and Podcasts

I’ve been interviewed by NPR, Good Morning America, the New York Times, and others. I’m on the Talking Cars podcast, and starred as a deer on NBC.

Interview: EV Tax Credits

Talking Cars: Driving the Mazda CX-50

How To Escape Your Car

All Things Considered, NPR

TikTok, Consumer Reports

Podcast

How to Avoid a Deer Strike

“Consumer 101,” NBC TV

Let’s connect

keith dot barry at gmail dot com
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