What was your first job as a journalist?
The one I created for myself, APN, the Avaya Podcast Network
Have you ever used a typewriter?
Not only have I used one, I have owned several, including non-correcting non-powered models that probably burned calories using them.
How is social media changing news?
The world has become a reporter, journalists need to sort through the mess and isolate the real dories from the hype.
Who's your favorite fictional journalist?
Has to be my namesake Chevy Chase, a.k.a. Fletch. The guy tickles my funny bone no matter what the situation.
What does it mean to be a journalist?
While there is probably a better answer to this, having never been 'schooled' in journalism, what it means to me is inquisitive integrity.
What's the funniest news-related #hashtag you've seen?
How do you prefer to be pitched on stories?
With coffee
What tools and software do you use to do your job?
I recently became 'an Apple Guy' for hardware, but for production, I swear by the Adobe Creative Cloud.
What's your favorite social network?
I enjoy Twitter for it's immediacy and self editing nature by limiting the length of posts to 140 characters.
Who do you wish followed you?
I welcome any follower with an opinion, pro or con.
Why did you become a journalist?
It happened by chance. What started as an industry article, turned into a corporate blog and podcast awakening a new passion inside me.
Did you work for your high school newspaper? If so, what did you do there?
No, but I did know how to use the mimeograph machine.
What story are you most proud of writing or working on?
By far, the Kari's Law story has taught me much about journalism, human nature, and corporate politics.
What advice can you offer to aspiring journalists?
Be innovative in new media, don't be afraid to fail or to succeed.
When's the best time to pitch you?
In the morning, before my coffee. I'll agree to anything just to get to the coffee machine faster.
