Every single time I sit down to do an interview, and I've probably done hundreds for sure, there's a certain amount of sweat escaping from my pores. Sure I've done my homework, I mean most of the time I know the person I'm talking to because hey-they're-a-superstar. And if not, and it's a local talent who I've yet to make the acquaintance, then I've read up on this burgeoning artist so I know who they are. Yet, I'm nervous, nervous about making a good impression. I want this actor or director or musician to THINK I know my stuff, this way I've got control. Kind of like when you hop on a horse for the first time, they can take you for a ride because old black beauty knows you have no idea what you are doing! I also need my interviewee to feel relaxed so we can have a good time.

A good time is the key to a good interview in a way. The other day I talked to Mandy Moore and her Chasing Liberty co-star Matthew Good (no, not that Matthew Good) and I was standing with them and they both had their arms crossed the way people do when they are feeling protective or on guard. This is not good body language for the beginning of an interview, yet it is common. After a few minutes and when they realized I'd seen the movie, and that I’m on their side, they relaxed and we had fun.

I also have nerves from the rare yet occasional "black out". This is exactly as it sounds. I am engaged in conversation with, let's say Michael Caine, things are going well and I’m mentally running through the few short questions I’ve prepared. Then when Mr. Caine finishes his answer, I inhale with a big smile (I’m always smiling) and in a nano-second I forget everything I am about to say and I mean everything. My mind races ... what was my next question? What's the name of his movie? Who is this person? That's when I gracefully repeat his last sentence, like I'm putting it to memory, and reach far into my brain for one of those not-so-clever questions that will do in a pinch. "And what inspired you to make this movie".... Whew, that was a close one.

And finally, the reason I keep deodorant in my drawer, along with hairspray and powder, is, for some insane reason, I want this to be "my best interview ever". I want to get the scoop ... even though in the world of entertainment there is rarely a scoop to be had. Yet I imagine ... Liz's uncovers the real reason Rex Harrignton is retiring ... Walter Ostanek shares with Liz why he's always the bridesmaid and rarely the bride? Liz uncovers the weirdness behind the Wiggles! Liz makes Gene Simmons cry?

OCCUPATION:
Entertainment Specialist, "CityPulse at Six"
Host, "Star! At The Movies", Star!

Show Description:
"CityPulse" is Toronto news ... All Day, Every Day, the City is our Newsroom. Intensely-local and urban-oriented, we focus on the 'Day in the Life' realities of people's lives with a visual realism that speaks directly to those that call Toronto home. "CityPulse" is seen daily at Noon, Six and 11:00pm on Citytv and CP24. "CityPulse" ... What Toronto is Talking About Today.

BACKGROUND:
Liz’s entrance into the world of entertainment broadcasting is a story of determination, and a good dose of talent. Working for 12 years with Concert Production International (CPI) she promoted, marketed and developed merchandise for the music industry. Then in 1993, while still working for CPI, Liz hosted and produced West End Live, a one-hour variety program for the Maclean Hunter Cable System. Realizing this was her passion, Liz left CPI in November 1995 to pursue a career in television.

She hosted Kitchens and Bathrooms (The Life Network) before joining eNow (CTV) full-time in July, 1996 as a researcher. In September, 1996, Liz became a field producer covering the music beat and was quickly promoted to associate producer. During that time, she also reported entertainment for Canada AM.
Liz joined Citytv as the "CityPulse at Six" Entertainment Specialist in January, 2000 and since then her role has expanded to include correspondence duties on Star!, as well as regular guest appearances on "BT-BreakfastTelevision" to keep you up-to-date on what’s happening in the world of entertainment.

EDUCATION:
Communications Graduate, Centennial College

AWARDS:
1993 "Rookie of the Year" - Maclean Hunter Cable for outstanding contribution to community programming.

FAVES:
Liz’s interests are widespread: they range from working out and playing baseball, to cooking and sewing, to art and painting.

QUOTE:
"I’m not a ham or an extrovert. I’m a real person asking real questions."