04/30/2026
You know what time it is! Let’s get to know Kari Byron, the next nerd to join KDHRC’s Nerd of the Month Club, inspired by National Lampoon’s Christmas Vacation’s Jelly of the Month Club!
Kari Byron is an actor, producer, and author best known for hosting the hit Discovery Channel Series, MythBusters. She is also a founder of EXPLR media, a streaming service that connects young people to real skills, real mentors, and real career pathways. EXPLR also hosts the National STEM Festival, with Byron as the director. The festival highlights teenage innovators and connects them with mentors and brand partners in the industry, and opens clear pathways to in-demand careers.
Byron has worked on and hosted many other shows similar to MythBusters that promote curiosity in young people. She has also written a memoir— “Crash Test Girl” — that reflects on her journey while applying the scientific method to navigating life’s challenges. Today, she hosts a podcast with a fellow former MythBuster, and she continues to work for the next generation with her efforts with EXPLR and the National STEM Festival.
The work of Kari Byron embodies all of the core values we hold here at KDHRC. We are pleased to welcome her to the KDHRC Nerd of the Month club! All of you fellow MythBusters Fans, be sure to check out her podcast! Stay tuned for the next Nerd of the Month and send in your nominations!