About TOM
With a career spanning network television, magazines, publishing, and digital media, Tom Zenner brings a sharp eye and authentic voice to every story he tells.
Tom Zenner is a veteran media personality, writer, and host who has spent more than 25 years telling stories that connect people. From anchoring sports at NBC 5 in Chicago—where he covered Michael Jordan and co-hosted a weekly show with Dennis Rodman—to writing more than 40 books with over 2 million copies sold, Tom’s career has always been driven by curiosity and a love of peeking behind the curtain of famous events, scandals and personalities.
He’s profiled Hollywood icons as Executive Editor at Jetset Magazine, Maxim Magazine and Details, helped launch the PBD Podcast at Valuetainment, and plays a key role at Tom Brady’s production company Shadow Lion, where he brokered the sponsorship that powered All-In, a Boston Celtics docuseries seen by tens of millions on X.
Today, Tom is the creator and host of Tom Zenner Scandal, a fast-growing YouTube channel with more than 21 million views in the past year, and co-host of One Degree of Scandalous with Kato Kaelin. Whether covering true crime, celebrity, scandal or cultural flashpoints, Tom brings a storyteller’s skeptic eye and a deep respect for the people and moments that shape our world.
Stories That Captivate.
Truths That Connect.
For more than two decades, Tom Zenner has shaped how audiences experience sports, media, and culture — through powerful storytelling, sharp insight, and a relentless curiosity for what really happened behind the scenes.
A Voice That Brings Stories to Life
From the sidelines of Michael Jordan’s Bulls to the center of Hollywood’s biggest scandals, Tom’s storytelling turns moments into movements — connecting audiences with authenticity and energy.
Building Platforms That Influence
As a host, producer, and dealmaker, Tom has helped launch major media brands — from the PBD Podcast at Valuetainment to the Tom Zenner Scandal YouTube channel with over 21 million views.
Where Culture and Conversation Collide
With access to the biggest names in entertainment, sports, and business, Tom reveals the real stories behind fame, power, and controversy — with access, depth, and perspective.
Podcast Host
Tom Zenner Scandal on YouTube - Tom and Kato Kaelin storm past crime scene tape into the biggest and most infamous True Crime and Pop Culture Scandals with the people who lived them in real time.
Content Creator
From YouTube to major media networks, Tom crafts stories that inform, entertain, and spark conversation — earning over 13 million views in the past year.
Influence Broker
Connecting media, talent, and opportunity, Tom has built partnerships that amplify stories, brands, and ideas on a global scale.
Broadcast & Podcast Expertise
From network TV to top-ranked podcasts, Tom knows how to craft conversations that inform, engage, and entertain.
Creative Strategy
Tom combines storytelling instincts with business acumen to build platforms that capture attention and drive influence.
Brand Partnerships
He’s brokered multimillion-dollar deals that connect global brands, creators, and audiences in authentic ways.
Audience Growth
With over 13 million YouTube views and counting, Tom understands how to grow communities through trust and storytelling.
Where Stories, Scandals & Strategy Meet
Tom Zenner blends experience, instinct, and creativity to uncover the truth behind the stories that move audiences and shape culture.
After more than two decades across television, publishing, and digital media, Tom has mastered the art of turning complex stories into compelling narratives. Whether he’s on camera, behind the microphone, or developing partnerships, his focus remains the same — deliver truth with impact and make every story resonate.
From co-hosting with sports legends to producing viral docuseries and launching influential podcasts, Tom connects dots between entertainment, business, and human curiosity. His unique mix of credibility and charisma makes him a trusted voice in a noisy media world.
Let’s Tell the Story That Matters
Partner with Tom Zenner to bring depth, authenticity, and impact to your next project, podcast, or production.
Whether you’re building a brand, launching a show, or looking for the right voice to uncover the truth behind a story, Tom brings decades of media experience and a proven track record of results. Connect today and turn your idea into a story that captivates audiences and drives conversation.
Behind the Mic, Beyond the Headlines
The stories Tom tells are shaped by the experiences that shaped him.
Tom Zenner’s journey through media isn’t just a résumé — it’s a reflection of his curiosity about people and what drives them. From the world’s biggest stages to quiet moments off camera, Tom has built relationships, earned trust, and learned that every great story begins with listening.
That human connection fuels everything he creates today. Whether it’s a deep-dive interview, a documentary deal, or a new YouTube series, Tom’s mission remains the same — to make every story personal, meaningful, and impossible to ignore.
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