About Kara Kurcz
Kara Kurcz is a veteran TV producer and content creator with more than 20 years of experience across television, docu-series, and live broadcasts. Specializing in health, family, and true crime content, Kara has produced for major networks and top-tier shows. Today, she brings her sharp storytelling instincts and disarming humor to Oh Gross!, a fast-growing podcast that transforms the weird, embarrassing, and downright gross parts of adulting and parenting into laugh-out-loud moments with helpful takeaways.
Kara is known for making taboo topics approachable, sparking conversations that audiences didn’t even realize they needed — from lice checks and strange rashes to leftover disasters and household infestations. Her mission: normalize the weird stuff, bust myths, and make life’s messes a little less embarrassing and a lot more fun.
Areas of Expertise
Making uncomfortable health topics approachable and entertaining
Debunking common myths around household and parenting challenges
Turning awkward moments into memorable, shareable stories
An award-winning producer with hundreds of hours of television experience bringing a media-savvy perspective to every interview—making every conversation engaging, impactful, and a collaboration.
A warm, witty voice that resonates with parents and adults alike
Veteran journalist with 100s of hours of interviews—committed to accuracy, debunking misinformation, and replacing fear with facts
Known for making awkward conversations funny and relatable
Dedicated to helping audiences feel less embarrassed and more informed
Why Kara is a Standout Guest
2025 - Webby & People’s Voice Award Nominee, Individual Episode, Science & Education for Oh Gross! Podcast
2020 - Critic’s Choice Award - Best Live Show for Chasing the Cure
2020 - Critic’s Choice Nominee - Best Live Show for Live PD
2020 - Critic’s Choice Nominee - Best Interactive Show for Chasing the Cure
2020 - Shorty Award Winner - Health/Medical Online Community for Chasing the Cure
2020 - Webby & People’s Voice Award Nominee, TV/Film, Social for Chasing the Cure
2018 - Critic’s Choice Award Nominee - Best Unscripted Reality Show for Live PD