In response to Jodi's post, i think that the positives of an email interview can only be seen in certain situations. When working on longer pieces or when you have an extended amount of time to work on a story about an issue or an organization, sending questions via email can be effective, i think. I like the idea that sources have time to think about their responses to in-depth questions so that they can provide me with the most amount of information and their most poignant thoughts.
However, i agree with Jodi that in situations such as the bridge collapse, reporters should not use email interviews. It just doesnt make sense to pass up the opportunity to speak with people immediately and in-person. That way, the reporter can see their interviewees reactions to questions and can add compassion and a human touch to a story by describing the way the person talked or held themselves during the interview.
Overall i think email interviews can be effective; they just have to be used properly and in the right situations.
-Caitlin
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