Hey everyone! Ella here with a familiar face…familiar to me, anyway! It’s my dad, Andy McWoof! He’s the editor of the Webkinz Newz, and I definitely wanted to include him in my month of interviews.
Ella: Hi, Dad! Thanks for joining us!
Andy McWoof: I’m glad to be here, dear. Everyone is really enjoying your month of interviews and I didn’t want to be left out of the fun!
EM: Well, my first question is about how you managed to become the editor of the Webkinz Newz. I know the story, obviously, but none of our readers do. Care to fill them in?
AM: Oh, you know I love to tell that story. It all started back when I was just a little pup in elementary school. I had a knack for writing and finding stories everywhere. In fact, when I was only seven, I started my own newspaper. I gave it out to my friends for free, but they were impressed. And so were my parents. They told me I had a bright future in writing or reporting. They were very encouraging.
EM: When did you get your first real job for a newspaper?
AM: Well, I worked on my high school’s paper as the editor, and then again in university. I took a degree in journalism, and when I graduated I found a job right away. I worked sweeping floors at the local paper. But I worked my way up, and soon I was a reporter.
EM: What was your most interesting assignment?
AM: Wow, that’s a tough question! You’re getting to be just like your old dad! The most interesting assignment I ever had was probably venturing into the Distant Zingdom to interview the Singoz. That was extremely hard to do. I had to find a Singoz who would trust me enough to let me into their world; then I had to find Singoz who would talk to me. It wasn’t easy, but it was rewarding.
EM: What do you like best about being the editor for Webkinz Newz?
AM: Oh, our readers. They’re wonderful. They give us feedback and I’m always happy to hear what they have to say. In fact, I’d love to know what they’d like to see more of in the Newz. Leave your comments below, readers!
EM: What advice would you have for someone who wants to be a reporter or editor?
AM: Be curious. Ask questions. Write, write, write. And be persistent.
EM: OK, are you ready for five fast questions, Dad?
AM: You bet!
EM: Favorite food?
AM: Oh, I love this really wonderful stew that the Azure Zingoz make. I had it once, about 20 years ago, and I’ve been craving it ever since.
EM: Favorite color?
AM: Brown.
EM: Favorite family member?
AM: You, my dear. Of course.
EM: Favorite place to vacation?
AM: I’m happy just about anywhere; everywhere is an adventure, and I’m never bored, no matter where I go.
EM: If you had a million KinzCash, you would:
AM: Treat my dear daughter to whatever her heart desires!
EM: Aw, Dad! Thank you! And readers, remember: my dad wants to know what you want to see more of in the Webkinz Newz, so leave your comments below!
Is Andy a cheeky dog?
Aw… I want to see Andy !! ;)
Woof!! You are an awesome reporter! I have enjoyed reading every one of your interviews, and your storys are amazing! Your dad is really nice, you’re lucky to have such a great dad! :) On Webkinz Newz, I probably would like to see more pets-Pets requested, pets needed, and other pets besides what you are basically always making-Dogs. It’s OK to have different things like the new Sig. Wild African Dog, but not so many of the same dog type that only with different patterns and designs. Plus, cut down on the Estore, especially Estore pets! Oh, and please make more Mazin Hamsters! ~CC
Cute interview:) I would like to see more room design’s on webkinz newz.Or even better a ROOM DESIGN CONTESTS!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
what a nice interview! this is maybe one of the best so far! i would like to see more contests
Nice interview, Ella!! :D Andy McWoof seems like very nice! And, are they talking about Kinzville Times or here at WebkinzNewz.com? If they’re talking about the Kinzville Times, I would love to see a weather section! Like, it could update every week with the temperatures! :mrgreen: ~WEBKINZ LOVER FOREVER!!!!~
I think this was one of Ella’s best interviews! To make Webkinz Newz better, I think they should have more contests. They haven’t been having them lately, has anyone noticed? That way more people would win. And that would be awesome.
AWESOME!!!!!!
I would like to see a “Joke of the Week” or a cartoon. What I mean is, something really funny.
Would it be possible to update the Kinzepedia?