What was your first job as a journalist?
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Have you ever used a typewriter?
No
How is social media changing news?
Social media has essentially democratised journalism; anyone can now break a story and reach an audience. Be it for better or for worse.
Who's your favorite fictional journalist?
Tintin
What does it mean to be a journalist?
To me, being a journalist means giving a voice to those who often don't have one.
What's the funniest news-related #hashtag you've seen?
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How do you prefer to be pitched on stories?
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What tools and software do you use to do your job?
Dabble writer and Google Docs.
What's your favorite social network?
Twitter (X)
Who do you wish followed you?
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Why did you become a journalist?
I became a journalist because I've always been fascinated by people; what drives their decisions, and what their lives actually look like from the inside.
Did you work for your high school newspaper? If so, what did you do there?
No, never worked at a high school paper.
What story are you most proud of writing or working on?
An Article I wrote, titled "A bookish Buffet," which was published in the Western Independent in May of 2025.
What advice can you offer to aspiring journalists?
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When's the best time to pitch you?
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What's the best pitch you ever got?
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What's the worst pitch you ever got?
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What's your favorite drink?
My favorite drink is Pepsi Max.
When you're not at a computer, where are you most likely to be?
Out walking and exploring somewhere new or interesting.
Aside from your own, what's your favorite publication to read?
I enjoy reading both The Financial Times and The Australian.
What's the most common misperception about your beat?
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