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Journalist Q&A: Martin Dickson, Financial Times

Martin Dickson, US managing editor of the Financial Times, talks to Brittaney Kiefer about the importance of expanding its digital readership and maintaining a worldwide presence.

Journalist Q&A: Janine Gibson, GuardianNews.com

Editor-in-chief Janine Gibson talks to Emory Sullivan about growing readership in the US, creating a global conversation, and the role digital plays at the news company.

Journalist Q&A: Betty Wong, Fitness

Fitness editor-in-chief Betty Wong talks to Lindsay Stein about the new look of the magazine, its increasing social media presence, and how it finds fresh ways to motivate readers.

Journalist Q&A: Lisa Lillien, Hungry Girl

Lisa Lillien, founder of Hungry Girl, talks to Brittaney Kiefer about how she only partners with brands she uses and loves and the evolution of the company from its early newsletter-only days.

Journalist Q&A: Josh Tyrangiel, Bloomberg Businessweek

Josh Tyrangiel, editor-in-chief of Bloomberg Businessweek, talks to Emory Sullivan about the importance of knowing your audience and feeding their hunger for quality content.

Journalist Q&A: Caryn Ganz, Spin.com

Spin.com editor-in-chief Caryn Ganz talks to Emory Sullivan about the editorial synergy between the print title and website and its new "all-out" approach to the Grammys

Journalist Q&A: Alan Murray, The Wall Street Journal

Alan Murray speaks to Steve Barrett about The Wall Street Journal's online offering and looking after its websites, including WSJ.com and MarketWatch, books, conferences, and television operations.

Journalist Q&A: Michelle Herrera Mulligan, Cosmopolitan Latina

Michelle Herrera Mulligan speaks with Emory Sullivan about Hearst's Cosmopolitan Latina, a biannual title launching next month targeting the burgeoning Hispanic market.

Journalist Q&A: Ben Smith, BuzzFeed

Ben Smith, who has been editor-in-chief of BuzzFeed since January 1, talks to Emory Sullivan about staffing up and the site's new focus on original content and breaking news.

Journalist Q&A: Matthew Breen, The Advocate

Matthew Breen, editor-in-chief of The Advocate, which turns 45 this year, talks to Emory Sullivan about key issues for the LGBT community and the magazine's tech-savvy readership.

Journalist Q&A: Christine Osekoski, Fast Company

Christine Osekoski, publisher of Fast Company, speaks with Beth Krietsch about how the publication has evolved in recent years, including its efforts to keep readers engaged through print and digital innovations.

Journalist Q&A: Nicole Lapin, Nothing But Gold

Nicole Lapin, CEO of Nothing But Gold Productions, contributor on Dr. Drew's Lifechangers TV show, and former CNN and CNBC anchor, talks to Lindsay Stein about her venture to educate young women about finance.

Journalist Q&A: Kara Swisher, All Things D

Kara Swisher, co-executive editor of All Things D, talks to Beth Krietsch about her passion for technology, the unique aspects of working for an online outlet, and the need for speed.

Journalist Q&A: Nicole Bode, DNAinfo

Nicole Bode talks to Emory Sullivan about the organization's deep connection into New York City's diverse neighborhoods and how social media is used to connect with subscribers.

Journalist Q&A: Alanna Stang, Whole Living

Alanna Stang, editor-in-chief of Whole Living, speaks to Danielle Drolet about the 2010 rebranding, the influence of Martha Stewart, and finding the right print-online balance.

Journalist Q&A: Maile Carpenter, Food Network Magazine (Extended)

Maile Carpenter, editor-in-chief of Food Network Magazine, discusses finding success in a challenging marketplace, industry trends, and the day firemen came to dinner.

Journalist Q&A: Richard Behar, investigative journalist (Extended)

Richard Behar has tackled some of this era's major stories, such as tracking the 9/11 money trail in Pakistan. He spoke about his work and the narrow intersection where PR and investigative journalism meet.

Journalist Q&A: Maria Bartiromo, CNBC

CNBC's Maria Bartiromo talks about the keys to a good interview, being the first reporter and woman to broadcast daily from the New York Stock Exchange floor, and the big stories of her 20-year career.

Journalist Q&A: Nick Denton, Gawker Media (Extended)

Nick Denton, founder of the Gawker Media blog platforms, talks about the evolution of gossip media in the US and PR's role in blog commenting.

Journalist QA Armando Correa, People en Espaol

Journalist Q&A: Armando Correa, People en Español

Armando Correa, managing editor of People en Español and bilingual peopleenespañol.com, speaks about the evolution of the print title and how to best pitch it

Journalist Q&A: Kelly Evans, Wall Street Journal

Kelly Evans, Wall Street Journal columnist and host of its morning News Hub, talks to Jaimy Lee about how the broadcast program taps into the paper's network of journalists and global news' impact on business

Journalist Q&A: Mark Stencel, managing editor, NPR

NPR's managing editor for digital news Mark Stencel speaks with Alexandra Bruell about the site's Web investment and lessons it has learned on breaking news online

Journalist Q&A: Ann Shoket, Seventeen

Seventeen editor-in-chief Ann Shoket talks to Bernadette Casey about keeping up with today's teens and the need for a holistic approach to maintain the brand's relevance

Journalist Q&A: Ivan Oransky, executive editor, Reuters Health

Ivan Oransky, executive editor of Reuters Health, speaks with Jaimy Lee about the impact of embargoes, engaging with PR professionals on Twitter, and conflicts of interest.

Journalist Q&A: Jim VandeHei, executive editor, Politico

Jim VandeHei, executive editor and cofounder of Politico, talks to Jaimy Lee about the big stories Politico will chase in 2011, the outlet's coverage of the Tea Party, and the difficulties the White House faces communicating on jobs

Journalist Q&A: Ben Williams, editorial director, New York Magazine

Ben Williams, a veteran of New York Magazine's "Strategist" section, now oversees the publication's popular website. He talks to Erica Iacono about Gawker's influence on it, the Vulture blog's evolution and embargoes.

Journalist Q&A: Robbie Myers, editor-in-chief, Elle

Elle editor-in-chief Robbie Myers has worked for such consumer titles as Rolling Stone and Seventeen. She talks to Alexandra Bruell about the significance of branding at Elle and its new ventures in the digital space.

Journalist Q&A: Jeremy Schaap, reporter, ESPN

Jeremy Schaap, the reporter for ESPN who will be covering the World Cup, speaks to Kimberly Maul about reporting on the soccer tournament, tackling in-depth stories, and how he uses social media as a consumer.

Journalist Q&A: Scott Ard, editor-in-chief, CNET

At CNET since 1996, Scott Ard has witnessed the ups and downs of both the tech sector and tech journalism. Ard, who was named editor-in-chief in April 2009, speaks with David Ward about the new tech renaissance

Journalist Q&A: Charles Green, editor, 'National Journal'

Charles Green, editor of the National Journal, speaks with Jaimy Lee about how the politics magazine plans to cover the health bill passage, how social networks play into campaign stories, and how the DC community is using the Web

Journalist Q&A: Francesco Guerrera, US finance and business editor, 'Financial Times'

With the 'Financial Times' since 2000, Francesco Guerrera has made a career of covering financial services and corporate governance.

Journalist Q&A: Ed Nardoza, EIC, 'WWD'; associate editorial director, Fairchild Fashion Group

Ed Nardoza began writing earnings reports at Fairchild 30 years ago and has since been a reporter and editor at 'Footwear News' and 'DNR.' 'WWD's' editor-in-chief spoke to Alexandra Bruell about his new gig at the soon-to-launch menswear trade and what makes a solid PR contact

Journalist Q&A: Arianna Huffington, The Huffington Post

In 2005, Arianna Huffington started The Huffington Post, a national blog on politics, media, and culture. It has since spawned local editions in Denver, New York, and Chicago.

Journalist Q&A: Jon Scott, co-anchor, 'Happening Now'

With Fox News since 1996, Jon Scott now co-anchors 'Happening Now.' His main focus is politics and headline-dominating events.

Journalist Q&A: Paul Steiger, EIC, president and CEO, ProPublica

During Paul Steiger's tenure as managing editor of 'The Wall Street Journal,' 16 reporters and editors won Pulitzer Prizes. Now, he heads up ProPublica, a nonprofit investigative newsroom.

Journalist Q&A: Ray Suarez, 'The NewsHour with Jim Lehrer'

Ray Suarez has spent three-plus decades in journalism, with stints at NPR and CNN prior to 'The NewsHour.'

Journalist Q&A: Andrea Mitchell, NBC News

Andrea Mitchell is a household name for political and national affairs news junkies. As NBC News' Washington-based chief foreign affairs correspondent, she appears on programs including Today, Hardball, Morning Joe, and the NBC Nightly News with Brian Williams. She's also the host of the daily Andrea Mitchell Reports on MSNBC.