That same year he became the host of "Blais Off" on the Science Channel, a short-lived show where he used high-tech tools and techniques to prepare traditional dishes like pizza.
By 1996 he was hosting morning segments on CNet's The New Edge (a tech-themed TV show that aired on what was then the Sci-Fi channel) in San Francisco and a radio show in Los Angeles.
While Ecclestone may not be willing to push the envelope in broadcast tech, having Sky as a broadcast partner could force the issue as it justifies its exclusive access and dedicated broadcast channel.