Michael Hirn on Muck Rack

Michael Hirn

Verified
(He/Him)
  • Sports Director and Play by Play Broadcaster, ZSports Live
Ohio
Covers:  Sports
Doesn't Cover: Politics
PBP announcer for @zsportslive @wzoqradio, voice of the OG Lady Titans, Sports Director and voice of St Marys football on @k943rocks. #BehindTheMike

Interview

Have you ever used a typewriter?

Yes.

How is social media changing news?

By giving people the ability to consume breaking news faster.

Who's your favorite fictional journalist?

Will McAvoy

What does it mean to be a journalist?

Everything. It means everything that people trust you as their source of information and value you enough to trust it.

What's your favorite social network?

Twitter (X)

Who do you wish followed you?

Joe Buck.

Why did you become a journalist?

Because I love telling stories.

Did you work for your high school newspaper? If so, what did you do there?

My school unfortunately did not have a high school paper but I spent a year on the yearbook staff.

What advice can you offer to aspiring journalists?

Be yourself and find your unique voice, and above all always be honest with your readers/viewers.

What's your favorite drink?

Mt. Dew Baja Blast

Aside from your own, what's your favorite publication to read?

Popular Mechanics

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