What was your first job as a journalist?
Writing for my own site, That's Not Current sparked off my career, however my first freelance gig was with TechRadar,
Have you ever used a typewriter?
Yeah
How is social media changing news?
Social Media has given everyone the potential to be a broadcaster and influencer. This has it's positives and negatives.
Who's your favorite fictional journalist?
Paul Kemp - The Rum Diary
What does it mean to be a journalist?
Inspire, address and express
What's the funniest news-related #hashtag you've seen?
Probably anything that the Podcast Barshens has covered on their segment entitled 'sharticles'
Who do you wish followed you?
Followers aren't as important to me as friendships.
What story are you most proud of writing or working on?
I find it hard to feel pride, however if my work manages to inspire and help anyone, then I will be proud of that.
What advice can you offer to aspiring journalists?
Just do you. Never change your values to suit any publication or audience. Speak loud and proud about what you believe in.
When's the best time to pitch you?
Anytime
What's your favorite drink?
Tea
Aside from your own, what's your favorite publication to read?
It really depends what I manage to get my hands on.
