My City February 2023

Who has most inspired your career path? The late Professor Kent Collins was a dear friend and my mentor at the Missouri School of Journalism. What is the best thing about your job at TV5? Helping people in our community – whether it's getting the word out about a special event or bringing attention to a cause.

What’s the most beautiful place you’ve ever seen? Andrew and I honeymooned at Masai Mara National Reserve in Kenya. One morning as the sun rose, a male lion strolled by just a few feet from our vehicle – so beautiful!

What song always gets you out on the dance floor? "I Wanna Dance with Somebody" by Whit ney Houston If you had a WARNING label, what would it say? “WARNING: This is NOT a morning person.” I guess it’s a good thing I don’t do a.m. news!

What is one weird fact or tidbit you still remember from high school? “Fido,” a name often given to dogs, is derived from the Latin word "fidus" which means faith ful, loyal and trusting.

What's the most unusual thing you've ever eaten? I tried a fish eyeball in the Bahamas. It was firmer than I thought it would be – I thought it would be more gummy! I was surprised that It didn’t have much flavor at all.

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