I’ve stared at this phrase for the last 10 minutes: “Substantial and demonstrable knowledge of regional, national and international issues.” I’m applying for a more permanent job at the CBC, and this requirement… Read More
If you’ve ever made a joke about how much Clay Shirky looks like Tom Hanks, you’re not alone. It seems even he knows this much is true. When I’m arranging to meet somewhere… Read More
Okay, we’re not technically interns. We’re Joan Donaldson scholarship recipients on contract for the summer – but who has time to say all that? Either way: I’m freshly-graduated, and I have a lot… Read More
Sometimes awful things trend on twitter, and I swear that I will quit the Internet – but then something awesome happens and I’m hooked once again. The best trending topic of late is… Read More
Today I allowed myself to recover from a cold and shirk my responsibilities, if only for a short while. An event lured me in with the following description: “Join second-year MFA in Creative… Read More
I have to confess right away: this post will not thoroughly answer the headline’s question — yet. Actually, I was hoping to borrow your collective brainpower. Quick background: I’m the TA for the… Read More
(Warning: this blog post is unusually self-referential and includes high levels of enthusiasm. We’ll be back to regular programming next time.) On Thursday morning, I zombie-walked down the stairs and headed for the… Read More
Just in time for the holidays, here’s a catchy little carol for journalistic types. Sure, it’s cheesy, but that’s how I like many of my snacks this time of year. And, hey — since… Read More
I’m referring to my first byline in the actual, tangible Nov. 16th, 2010 edition of the Globe and Mail! Yep, if you go to the Globe British Columbia section (S) and flip to… Read More
My roommate and I both deal in words – but I am a journalist and she is a creative writer. While she embarks on flights of fancy, I fumble around fact-checking. Sometimes, though,… Read More
