If you watch "THE 9," you're probably addicted. Either because you can't wait to check out the countdown of the weirdest, funniest, or most interesting items unearthed on the Internet — or because you're dying to see what Maria's going to wear that day.

"THE 9" is our weekday video blog that delivers a report of nine groovy online things — photos, sites, stories, videos, and more. Viewers tune in to catch up on everything from the premiere online camel hub to inflatable human foosball tables to tips on creating LEGO Halloween costumes to slang from the 1920s (it's the bee's knees). Such fun stuff that Time Magazine counted it among its "50 Coolest Web Sites" just one month after the program launched.

There's a good chance that host Maria Sansone has something to do with that. They say she's got nice teeth. And she's developed quite a loyal following, particularly among those with the Y chromosome. (We hope this guy eventually got his headshot).

Maria's no stranger to the camera. She was the youngest TV reporter in the history of network television, covering the Little League World Series for ABC at age 11. In addition to hosting "THE 9," Maria also contributes to ESPN, MTVU, and NESN (New England Sports Network), covering the Boston Red Sox. (More Y-chromosome attraction).

Well, boys, here's your chance to get up close and personal with Maria. We've assembled two videos. Below we take you behind-the-scenes on "THE 9"'s sausage factory (our post title will make more sense after you watch it). And here's a video of nine things you've always wanted to know about Maria. As an added bonus, here's a roster of nine random questions we made her answer.