What was your first job as a journalist?
Writing a travel story - a family road trip to Crater Lake. I was 10 years old.
Have you ever used a typewriter?
Nope.
How is social media changing news?
Social media harps on virality and cares about the speed of information over legitimacy. We need to inspect what is being published.
What does it mean to be a journalist?
It means holding the responsibility of communicating effectively with your respective community.
How do you prefer to be pitched on stories?
If it is PR, I want money. If it is a gen-z focused community story, I want to know why and how.
What's your favorite social network?
Next question.
Who do you wish followed you?
Absolutely no one. (Maybe someone optimistic for the future.)
Why did you become a journalist?
I became a journalist because I realized that I could use my words to make a difference and start a dialogue many fear to touch.
What story are you most proud of writing or working on?
I take pride in all my stories. As you go through, you will see which one I care about most.
What advice can you offer to aspiring journalists?
Do it as a passion. Don't do it to crave attention. Do it because you want your voice out there.
When's the best time to pitch you?
Any time. Just not deadline time.
What's your favorite drink?
Coffee or water
When you're not at a computer, where are you most likely to be?
Either at the kitchen or on a drive.
