I was raised in the Inland Northwest in the rural community surrounding the Grand Coulee Dam — about 80 miles west of Spokane, Washington.

Because of my interest in a variety of topics, I could never quite figure out what I wanted to be when I “grew up.” I think that’s what eventually inspired me to pursue a career in journalism; it’s a career that fulfills both my ever-growing curiosity for the world and a desire to immediately share what I’ve learned with others.

I enjoy pushing the boundaries of my comfort zone and often do so through solo travel. My most recent solo trips were to Peru in September 2018, and Alaska a year later (like so many, I’m very excited for a time when it’s possible to safely travel again!).

I try to keep my vacation time exciting because on an average day I’m usually calculating which chores around the house need immediate attention, and which can wait until later.

CURRENTLY WATCHING: Yellowstone
CURRENTLY READING: Daisy Jones & The Six by Taylor Jenkins Reid
CURRENTLY LISTENING: if i could make it go quiet by girl in red

HEAVY PODCAST ROTATION: This American Life, The Memory Palace, Heavyweight, Stuff You Should Know, 99% Invisible, The Moth, RadioLab, NPR Politics Podcast, UpFirst, The Daily, Slate Political Gabfest…