What was your first job as a journalist?
I was the publisher and EIC of "Cayuga Avenue News" at the young age of eight years old. But professionally? ASME intern at Popular Mechanics
Have you ever used a typewriter?
yep! and an electric word processor, too!
Who's your favorite fictional journalist?
Easy: April O'Neil!
How do you prefer to be pitched on stories?
Email is great. Keep it informative and casual.
What's your favorite social network?
I spend the most time on Instagram, but Pinterest is what really inspires me.
Why did you become a journalist?
Short answer: I'm nosy. Longer answer: I've always had a strong sense of justice & a desire to explain things clearly and succinctly.
Did you work for your high school newspaper? If so, what did you do there?
I did! I was the editor-in-chief.
What story are you most proud of writing or working on?
The work we did at Modern Farmer demystifying food systems, especially the need for a clear & safe path to citizenship for H-2A visa workers.
What's your favorite drink?
NA: Crisp, cold apple cider // Cocktail: Boulevarde with rye
When you're not at a computer, where are you most likely to be?
In my garden, at Prospect Park with my pup, riding my bike around Brooklyn, crafting in my art studio, or at a concert.
