This Too Shall Pass

This too shall pass. But while we’re in this liminal space, between what was and what will happen, we are lending kindness to one another.

A Trip to Victoria, BC

It’s been a minute, hasn’t it? I’m coming up for air after a whirlwind three months in Seattle, working for KING 5’s Evening show! How do I like my new job? As an international fast food corporation once said: I’m lovin’ it. No, McDonalds did not sponsor this post. But if they’d like to give me some fries for my free press, I’ll gladly…

My Tinnitus Story

In Spring 2018, the American Tinnitus Association published my article about my experience with tinnitus. They gave me the okay to publish the full article on my blog so more people can see it.

New City, New Job, New Blog Post!

I am now part of KING 5’s Evening Magazine team in the beautiful city of Seattle, Washington.

My Tinnitus Article

Above is the photo of a very proud, very excited woman, holding the most challenging and rewarding article she’s ever written (so far). I’m going to talk about that article soon. But first, I think you all need some background. In February 2014, I lost the ability to experience silence. To put it less dramatically, I developed tinnitus. It’s a medical condition that produces…

5 Things to Read, Watch and Eat in February

January was a busy month- I watched a lot of movies, read a lot of books, and ate constantly. I thought I could put my winter hibernation activities to good use and recommend some reads, flicks and eats.

Interview with Oregon Public Broadcasting

2018 turned the tables on me. Instead of doing the interviewing, I was the one being interviewed! On January 2nd, I spoke with Dave Miller with Oregon Public Broadcasting’s Think Out Loud program. We discussed my blog post and Vox article on harassment in local news. Click here to listen to the full interview. Working with OPB was a fantastic experience. Everyone I spoke…

Ringing in 2018 with Radio

Ringing in 2018 with Radio: What’s in Store for Ellen Meny’s Blog

Eye Candy: The Harassment in Local News You Don’t See

Harassment in local news is a pervasive issue. For the hundreds of young women in local broadcast news, there are thousands of stories of harassment.

5 Spooky Podcasts To Get You Ready for Halloween

I love all things Halloween and horror. Whether it’s paranormal pondering or true crime terror, I’m there. For my contribution to the spectacular month, I’m bringing you my 5 favorite dark, creepy and scary podcasts.