What was your first job as a journalist?
I was writing for a local music website here in Liverpool.
Have you ever used a typewriter?
Actually, I have.
How is social media changing news?
By making it more accessible but also making it harder to find the truth amongst the dishonesty.
Who's your favorite fictional journalist?
April O'Neill from Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles, obviously.
What does it mean to be a journalist?
To be a journalist means to act with integrity at all times; a concept lost on a lot of 'journalists' nowadays...
What's the funniest news-related #hashtag you've seen?
I think my account would be removed. DM me for the answer to this one...
How do you prefer to be pitched on stories?
Just a nice email, say hello, introduce yourself, then tell me about your gear!
What tools and software do you use to do your job?
Laptop, second monitor, smartphone, Windows and Android apps, tech!
What's your favorite social network?
Twitter
Who do you wish followed you?
The Bitmap Brothers. Amiga gamers will know the score.
Why did you become a journalist?
Because I love bringing useful information to people who need it.
Did you work for your high school newspaper? If so, what did you do there?
No, but I did start a school newspaper in primary school. It wasn't good.
What story are you most proud of writing or working on?
Probably my first ever interview, which launched my own website as the first feature article. It was with Mr.C of The Shamen.
What advice can you offer to aspiring journalists?
Write every day.
When's the best time to pitch you?
Whenever you like. If I'm asleep I won't answer. If I'm awake I will.
What's the best pitch you ever got?
That would be telling and I'm not here to massage egos!
What's the worst pitch you ever got?
I can only pick one?
What's your favorite drink?
Rum. Pirate heritage.
When you're not at a computer, where are you most likely to be?
At my decks or in the kitchen.
Aside from your own, what's your favorite publication to read?
Electronic Music Magazine
What's the most common misperception about your beat?
That we are all horrendous pedants!
