Have you ever used a typewriter?
Yes, as a child I used to type away frivolously on my lawyer grandfather's typewriter
How is social media changing news?
It's definitely increased the pace at which news becomes public knowledge. The biggest challenge is fact-checking & accuracy on social media
How do you prefer to be pitched on stories?
I prefer a quick snippet of what the story idea is, a 1-2 paragraph news brief
What tools and software do you use to do your job?
Twitter is a great help to gather news sources. Lexis Nexus is my go-to guide for background checks
What's your favorite social network?
Twitter is definitely my favorite social network because it gives you the opportunity to connect with a wide range of people.
Why did you become a journalist?
With my love of writing and a natural curiosity, the world of journalism was the perfect fit
Did you work for your high school newspaper? If so, what did you do there?
I was the founding editor of my high school newspaper. It was a great enterprise, and I'm proud to see it's progress
What advice can you offer to aspiring journalists?
Don't take no-s too personally; keep the muckraking spirit up, and don't give up on stories!
When's the best time to pitch you?
I'm always up for a great pitch!
