Brie Barbee
Former Staff Writer
Author/Co-Author of 127 articles
Brie is a writer from Portland, Oregon. She received a bachelor's degree from Portland State University in 2016, where she studied English and German. When she isn't writing about tech or pop culture, Brie enjoys reading, writing short stories, watching TV, crocheting, and snuggling with her two cats, Luna and Tally.
Digital Trends Live: All-digital Xbox One S, hyper-flavorful basil, and more
On episode 111 of Digital Trends Live, Greg Nibler discussed trending news like Qualcomm and Apple's legal disputes and how technology will be used to rebuild Notre Dame. We were also joined Jim Carol on Gamechanger to talk about how his nonprofit is using gaming to connect with children in need.
Digital Trends Live: PlayStation 5, Samsung Galaxy Fold, and more
Episode 110 of Digital Trends Live saw the latest information for the PlayStation 5, and Amazon reportedly listening to private conversations to improve the Echo. We also sat down with Travis Schneider of PatientPop to discuss how healthcare providers are modernizing patient care.
Digital Trends Live: Disney Plus, The Simulation Hypothesis, and more
On episode 108 of Digital Trends Live, we discussed trending tech news from the official launch date of Disney Plus and how to pre-order the Samsung Galaxy fold. We also welcomed computer scientist and author Rizwan Virk to the show to talk about why he thinks we could be living in the Matrix.
Digital Trends Live: New Amazon Kindle, SpaceX, and scavenger hunts for adults
On this episode of Digital Trends Live, Greg Nibler and Adrien Warner discussed trending tech news like the first image of a black hole, and we sat down with Nicholas Flanders of Opus 12 to talk about CO2 is being recycled into other chemicals and fuels.
Digital Trends Live: Apple music wins, 5G, In the Valley Below, and more
On episode 105 of Digital Trends Live, Greg Nibler discussed trending tech topics like Apple Music passing Spotify in terms of paid subscribers, and welcomed special guests like the Mayor of Portland, Ted Wheeler to discuss how major cities are approaching the implementation of 5G.
Digital Trends Live: Amazon satellites, Women of the Manhattan Project, and more
On episode 103 of Digital Trend Live, Greg Nibler discussed trending headlines like Amazon's plans to launch over 3,000 satellites into orbit, and Snap's new AR Platform. We also sat down with Luke Larsen and Jordan Plawner of Intel to discuss the differences between machine learning and A.I.
Digital Trends Live: Powerbeats Pro, Borderlands 3, and safer ridesharing
On episode 102 of Digital Trends Live, we discussed trending tech topics such as the latest Facebook breach and Verizon's 5G, and welcomed Diondre Lewis, president of ScoopM, to discuss safer ridesharing options than those currently offered by competitors like Uber and Lyft.
Digital Trends Live: Impossible Burgers, best men’s body wash, and more
On episode 100 of Digital Trends Live, we welcomed guests Jeff Raider and Princess Sarah Culberson of Sierra Leone to the show, and sat down with smart home editor Kim Wetzel to talk about the growing problem of hidden cameras in Airbnb rentals and how to spot them.
Digital Trends Live: iPhone leaks, Facebook tax, and How to be Alone
On episode 98 of Digital Trends Live, Greg Nibler discussed trending tech topics like iPhone leaks and Microsoft doing away with April Fool's Day pranks. He also welcomed comedian Lane Moore to the show to talk about her book, How to Be Alone.
Digital Trends Live: Samsung Galaxy Fold, DNA-based data storage, and more
On episode 96 of Digital Trends Live, we discussed trending topics such as the latest news about the Samsung Galaxy Fold and Spotify's latest podcast acquisition. We also welcomed guests like Maggie McGrath, the editor of Forbes Women, and Aaron Smith of ADP to the show.
Digital Trends Live: Facebook passwords, Gaming Under the Influence, and more
On episode 93 of Digital Trends Live, we discussed trending tech news like Apple's next event, and Facebook not properly storing passwords for years. We were also joined by Zale Schoenborn, a former engineer at Intel and the founder of Pickathon.
Digital Trends Live: MySpace server failure, neuroscience in marketing, and more
On episode 90 of Digital Trends Live, host Greg Nibler discussed trending tech news such as MySpace losing 50 million songs due to a server failure. Smart Home editor Kim Wetzel also stopped by the studio to discuss the differences between the Amazon Echo Dot and Google Home Mini.
Digital Trends Live: Tesla Model Y, The Missing Link, and good digital hygiene
On episode 89 of Digital Trends Live, we discussed trending topics such as the unveiling of the Tesla Model Y and Google's keynote at the Game Developers Conference. We were also joined by Andrew Rossow to discuss good digital hygiene in the age of online trolling and cyberbullying.
Digital Trends Live: Facebook outage, best of SXSW, and more
Episode 86 of Digital Trends Live saw a new Guinness World Record in time for Pi Day and the aftermath of a widespread Facebook outage. Digital Trends correspondent Pavi Dinamani also stopped by the show to talk about some of the best tech at SXSW, and Drew Prindle discussed the latest OneWheel.
Digital Trends Live: Apple’s March event, Huawei 5G concerns, and SXSW coverage
On episode 84 of Digital Trends Live, host Greg Nibler discussed trending tech topics like Apple's March 25 event, and security concerns regarding Huawei's 5G networks. We were also joined by Titania Jordan of Bark.us to discuss how to keep teens safer online.
Digital Trends Live: Google Chrome exploit, CyberHat, and Panasonic S1 unboxing
On episode 82 of Digital Trends Live, Greg Nibler discussed trending tech topics like a Google Chrome exploit, and Apple taking on AR glasses. We also sat down with Yifat Bar-Eli to talk about CyberHat and how white hat hackers are approaching cyber security.
Digital Trends Live: Save the Internet Act, T. rexes in VR, and more
On episode 79 of Digital Trends Live, we discussed trending headlines like a new bill in the House to restore net neutrality and joined editor in chief Jeremy Kaplan on location at the American Museum of Natural History to discuss T. rex: The Ultimate Predator, which features an immersive VR experience.
Digital Trends Live: MWC 2019, ezCater, and an Apple streaming service
On episode 76 of Digital Trends Live, we discussed trending news like the best products from Mobile World Congress 2019, and sat down with John Hall of Calendar.com and Briscoe Rodgers of EzCater to discuss how tech is changing the ways businesses and people live their lives.
Digital Trends Live: Lime scooter bug, influencer marketing, and Apple’s iVan
On episode 74 of Digital Trends Live, Greg Nibler discussed tech topics like rumors of the Apple iVan and a firmware bug that causes Lime scooters to suddenly slow down during transit. We were also joined by the director of U.S. business development at Shoperr, Jason Dodier.
Digital Trends Live: Oscar visual effects, digital distractions, and more
On episode 72 of Digital Trends Live, we discussed news including the discovery that Google's Nest Secure has a hidden microphone, and welcomed author Brian Solis to the show to talk about his latest book. We were also joined by DT's Parker Hall to compare the Galaxy Buds and AirPods.
Digital Trends Live: Amazon’s carbon footprint, ventriloquist Terry Fator, more
Episode 70 of Digital Trends was packed with trending headlines like Amazon's push to reduce their carbon footprint, a Razer laptop unboxing, an interview with America's Got Talent winner Terry Fator, and an exclusive look at the show floor of the Kitchen and Bath Industry Show.
Digital Trends Live: LinkedIn Live, electric motorcycles, and ‘Brainchild’
Episode 64 of Digital Trends Live saw trending headlines like Samsung's Unpacked Event and LinkedIn Live. We were also joined by Jerry Kolber to talk about his production company's latest show, Brainchild, which aims to make learning about science really fun for kids.
Digital Trends Live: Amazon HQ, Guy Kawasaki, and when to buy a streaming stick
On Episode 66 of Digital Trends Live, Greg Nibler discussed breaking news like Amazon calling it quits for its headquarters in NYC, and we were joined by guests including Caleb Denison, and Carlos Angulo from Vizio to talk about smart TVs and when to buy a streaming stick.
Digital Trends Live: Instacart tips, Fownders, and ‘Lifeboat’
On episode 62 of Digital Trends Live we discussed trending topics like Jeff Bezos accusing the National Enquirer of blackmail, and welcomed two special guests to the show: Filmmaker Skye Fitzgerald, and Gerard Adams, the founder of Elite Daily.
Digital Trends Live: Facebook Messenger change, GoNation, and more
On episode 61 of Digital Trends Live, we discussed new Facebook messenger features and the future of surveillance technologies in our homes. We also welcomed two special guests, Chaz Tanase of GoNation and Dan Ferguson of Groove Jones, to the show.
Digital Trends Live: FaceTime bug, Instagram outages, and VR for businesses
On episode 56 of Digital Trends Live, we discussed such topics as criminal charges against Huawei, Instagram outages, and a FaceTime bug that allows callers to listen in on your device. We also sat down with Lyron Bentovim, CEO of The Glimpse Group, to discuss how businesses are using AR and VR.
Digital Trends Live: Double-folding phones, the best gaming laptops, and more
On this episode of Digital Trends Live, we discuss trending headlines like Apple AirPods 2 rumors and how a social credit system in China is encouraging its citizens to shame their neighbors. We were also joined by Calvin Iverson of TravelPirates to talk about tips for traveling cheaply.
Digital Trends Live: Oscar nominations, the future of blockchain, and more
On this episode of Digital Trends Live, we discussed Oscar nominations for the Netflix film Roma and the latest Spotify features. We were also joined by journalist Rachel Wolfson to talk about the future of cryptocurrency and how the technology is poised to go mainstream.
Digital Trends Live: New Motorola flip phone, ads in space, smart umbrella
On Thursday's episode of Digital Trends Live, we discussed the return of a Motorola flip phone, and the possibility of billboards in space. We also sat down with CEO of Weatherman, Rick Reichmuth to talk about how his company's smart umbrellas are tackling the weather.