Anna's Angle

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About me

My name is Anna Mottram, an aspiring journalist currently studying at Woodhouse College. This blog is a space where I explore the world through my writing — from sharp observations and cultural commentary to personal takes on current events and media.

I’m drawn to how stories shape us, challenge us, and connect us. Whether it’s dissecting headlines or noticing the smaller moments others often overlook, I use this platform to experiment, question, and grow as a writer.

While i’m still exploring where journalism may lead me – I’m committed to discovering it, one post at a time.

  • Choosing Journalism in an Age of Mistrust

    I’ve always loved stories. Not just the ones in books or on Netflix, but the real ones—the ones that explain how the world works, why people do what they do, and what’s really going on beneath the surface. For as long as I can remember, I’ve been drawn to asking questions.

    That’s what led me to journalism.

    At first, I thought journalism was mainly about reporting facts. But the deeper I looked into it, the more I realised it’s really about people. It’s about listening, understanding, and then finding a way to tell the truth in a way that matters. And right now, when public trust in the media feels shaky, and misinformation spreads faster than facts, I think that matters more than ever.

    Why Now?

    We live in a time where trust is fragile. People question what they read, who they hear it from, and what’s really going on behind the headlines. And honestly, I get it. There’s been a lot of sensationalism. There’s bias. There are mistakes. But instead of seeing all that as a reason to give up on journalism, I see it as a reason to step into it.

    To me, journalism is still one of the most powerful tools we have, not just to inform people, but to help them make sense of a world that often feels overwhelming. Whether it’s uncovering injustice, holding power to account, or simply giving someone the chance to tell their story, journalism reminds us that truth still matters. And it shows us that people matter too.

    My goals

    I’m not claiming to have it all figured out. I’m still learning, still developing my voice, still trying to understand what kind of journalist I want to be. But I know the kind of work I want to do. I want to tell stories that connect people. I want to shine a light on the things that get overlooked. I want to challenge assumptions, including my own. And above all, I want to keep asking questions. About the world, about the people in it, and about how we can all do better.

    That’s why I started this blog. It’s a place for me to explore ideas, reflect on what I’m learning, and share my thoughts as I prepare to study journalism at university. I know it’s just a small platform, but it’s a start. And that’s what journalism is really about, I think, starting somewhere. Being curious. Paying attention. Taking responsibility for the stories you tell.

    Why journalism still matters

    In an age of mistrust, journalism isn’t perfect. But I still believe it’s worth fighting for. Because when it’s done with honesty, empathy, and care – it has the power to cut through division, misinformation, and fear. It can build understanding where there’s confusion. It can hold space for voices that have been ignored. It can remind us that facts still matter, and so do people.

    That’s the kind of journalism I want to be part of. And that’s the journey I’m beginning, right here.

  • Choosing Journalism in an Age of Mistrust

    I’ve always loved stories. Not just the ones in books or on Netflix, but the real ones—the ones that explain how the world works, why people do what they do, and what’s really going on beneath the surface. For as long as I can remember, I’ve been drawn to asking questions.

    That’s what led me to journalism.

    At first, I thought journalism was mainly about reporting facts. But the deeper I looked into it, the more I realised it’s really about people. It’s about listening, understanding, and then finding a way to tell the truth in a way that matters. And right now, when public trust in the media feels shaky, and misinformation spreads faster than facts, I think that matters more than ever.

    Why Now?

    We live in a time where trust is fragile. People question what they read, who they hear it from, and what’s really going on behind the headlines. And honestly, I get it. There’s been a lot of sensationalism. There’s bias. There are mistakes. But instead of seeing all that as a reason to give up on journalism, I see it as a reason to step into it.

    To me, journalism is still one of the most powerful tools we have, not just to inform people, but to help them make sense of a world that often feels overwhelming. Whether it’s uncovering injustice, holding power to account, or simply giving someone the chance to tell their story, journalism reminds us that truth still matters. And it shows us that people matter too.

    My goals

    I’m not claiming to have it all figured out. I’m still learning, still developing my voice, still trying to understand what kind of journalist I want to be. But I know the kind of work I want to do. I want to tell stories that connect people. I want to shine a light on the things that get overlooked. I want to challenge assumptions, including my own. And above all, I want to keep asking questions. About the world, about the people in it, and about how we can all do better.

    That’s why I started this blog. It’s a place for me to explore ideas, reflect on what I’m learning, and share my thoughts as I prepare to study journalism at university. I know it’s just a small platform, but it’s a start. And that’s what journalism is really about, I think, starting somewhere. Being curious. Paying attention. Taking responsibility for the stories you tell.

    Why journalism still matters

    In an age of mistrust, journalism isn’t perfect. But I still believe it’s worth fighting for. Because when it’s done with honesty, empathy, and care – it has the power to cut through division, misinformation, and fear. It can build understanding where there’s confusion. It can hold space for voices that have been ignored. It can remind us that facts still matter, and so do people.

    That’s the kind of journalism I want to be part of. And that’s the journey I’m beginning, right here.

  • Choosing Journalism in an Age of Mistrust

    I’ve always loved stories. Not just the ones in books or on Netflix, but the real ones—the ones that explain how the world works, why people do what they do, and what’s really going on beneath the surface. For as long as I can remember, I’ve been drawn to asking questions.

    That’s what led me to journalism.

    At first, I thought journalism was mainly about reporting facts. But the deeper I looked into it, the more I realised it’s really about people. It’s about listening, understanding, and then finding a way to tell the truth in a way that matters. And right now, when public trust in the media feels shaky, and misinformation spreads faster than facts, I think that matters more than ever.

    Why Now?

    We live in a time where trust is fragile. People question what they read, who they hear it from, and what’s really going on behind the headlines. And honestly, I get it. There’s been a lot of sensationalism. There’s bias. There are mistakes. But instead of seeing all that as a reason to give up on journalism, I see it as a reason to step into it.

    To me, journalism is still one of the most powerful tools we have, not just to inform people, but to help them make sense of a world that often feels overwhelming. Whether it’s uncovering injustice, holding power to account, or simply giving someone the chance to tell their story, journalism reminds us that truth still matters. And it shows us that people matter too.

    My goals

    I’m not claiming to have it all figured out. I’m still learning, still developing my voice, still trying to understand what kind of journalist I want to be. But I know the kind of work I want to do. I want to tell stories that connect people. I want to shine a light on the things that get overlooked. I want to challenge assumptions, including my own. And above all, I want to keep asking questions. About the world, about the people in it, and about how we can all do better.

    That’s why I started this blog. It’s a place for me to explore ideas, reflect on what I’m learning, and share my thoughts as I prepare to study journalism at university. I know it’s just a small platform, but it’s a start. And that’s what journalism is really about, I think, starting somewhere. Being curious. Paying attention. Taking responsibility for the stories you tell.

    Why journalism still matters

    In an age of mistrust, journalism isn’t perfect. But I still believe it’s worth fighting for. Because when it’s done with honesty, empathy, and care – it has the power to cut through division, misinformation, and fear. It can build understanding where there’s confusion. It can hold space for voices that have been ignored. It can remind us that facts still matter, and so do people.

    That’s the kind of journalism I want to be part of. And that’s the journey I’m beginning, right here.

  • Choosing Journalism in an Age of Mistrust

    I’ve always loved stories. Not just the ones in books or on Netflix, but the real ones—the ones that explain how the world works, why people do what they do, and what’s really going on beneath the surface. For as long as I can remember, I’ve been drawn to asking questions.

    That’s what led me to journalism.

    At first, I thought journalism was mainly about reporting facts. But the deeper I looked into it, the more I realised it’s really about people. It’s about listening, understanding, and then finding a way to tell the truth in a way that matters. And right now, when public trust in the media feels shaky, and misinformation spreads faster than facts, I think that matters more than ever.

    Why Now?

    We live in a time where trust is fragile. People question what they read, who they hear it from, and what’s really going on behind the headlines. And honestly, I get it. There’s been a lot of sensationalism. There’s bias. There are mistakes. But instead of seeing all that as a reason to give up on journalism, I see it as a reason to step into it.

    To me, journalism is still one of the most powerful tools we have, not just to inform people, but to help them make sense of a world that often feels overwhelming. Whether it’s uncovering injustice, holding power to account, or simply giving someone the chance to tell their story, journalism reminds us that truth still matters. And it shows us that people matter too.

    My goals

    I’m not claiming to have it all figured out. I’m still learning, still developing my voice, still trying to understand what kind of journalist I want to be. But I know the kind of work I want to do. I want to tell stories that connect people. I want to shine a light on the things that get overlooked. I want to challenge assumptions, including my own. And above all, I want to keep asking questions. About the world, about the people in it, and about how we can all do better.

    That’s why I started this blog. It’s a place for me to explore ideas, reflect on what I’m learning, and share my thoughts as I prepare to study journalism at university. I know it’s just a small platform, but it’s a start. And that’s what journalism is really about, I think, starting somewhere. Being curious. Paying attention. Taking responsibility for the stories you tell.

    Why journalism still matters

    In an age of mistrust, journalism isn’t perfect. But I still believe it’s worth fighting for. Because when it’s done with honesty, empathy, and care – it has the power to cut through division, misinformation, and fear. It can build understanding where there’s confusion. It can hold space for voices that have been ignored. It can remind us that facts still matter, and so do people.

    That’s the kind of journalism I want to be part of. And that’s the journey I’m beginning, right here.