 Welcome to another episode of Coffee with a Journalist. Today we have an exciting episode featuring Alex Sherman, a seasoned media reporter from CNBC. Alex shares insights about his recently launched sports-focused newsletter and upcoming podcast, providing a behind-the-scenes look at his pitch process and how he navigates his often overwhelming inbox. Whether you're a publicist, journalist, or just curious about the media landscape, you won’t want to miss this in-depth conversation. Grab a cup of coffee and let's dive in!     

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Alex Sherman, CNBC

Welcome to another episode of Coffee with a Journalist, brought to you by the team at One Pitch. Today, we have an exciting guest joining us—Alan Neuhauser, the climate deals reporter at Axios Pro. In this episode, Alan shares his insights on what makes a successful pitch, his methods for managing a packed inbox, and the significance of developing strong relationships with publicists, especially those who manage multiple climate-focused clients. Get ready to dive into the fascinating world of climate deals and media insights with Alan Neuhauser. 

Alan Neuhauser, Axios Pro

 In this week's Coffee with a Journalist episode, host Beck Bamberger sits down with Katie Atkinson, the Executive Digital Director of the West Coast for Billboard. Katie provides an inside look into her role at Billboard, where she navigates a hectic inbox and covers high-profile events. She shares valuable insights on how publicists can effectively pitch and connect with her, offering tips on crafting timely and concise pitches. Tune in to hear about Katie's favorite interviews, her collaboration with publicists, and how she balances the demands of her multifaceted job.  

Katie Atkinson, Billboard

Welcome to this episode of "Coffee with a Journalist," brought to you by the team at OnePitch! Today, we have the pleasure of speaking with Anya Meyerowitz, a seasoned freelance editor and journalist whose impressive portfolio includes Glamour, Conde Nast Traveler, Tatler, and many more. In this engaging conversation, Anya shares her insights on what PR professionals should avoid in subject lines, her interest in meeting publicists in person (but not after hours), and her unique process of making pitches work within the constantly evolving news cycle. Tune in as they dive into the world of media collaboration and learn valuable tips directly from Anya's extensive experience. Stay tuned for a fascinating episode!

Anya Meyerowitz, Freelance

Maxwell Millington is the entertainment reporter for Axios. He takes us behind the scenes of his role at Axios, sharing how he navigates his inbox, prioritizes pitches, and the importance of understanding coverage. He also provides insights into merging the realms of entertainment and sports, and tips for PR pros to catch his attention. If you’ve been curious about the dynamic intersection of entertainment reporting and local news, this episode is for you. So, grab your cup of coffee and join us for a conversation with Maxwell Millington on this episode of Coffee with a Journalist.  

Maxwell Millington, Axios

Welcome back to another episode of Coffee with a Journalist, brought to you by the team at Onepitch. In this episode, Beck Bamberger chats with the esteemed Pilar Guzmán, Editorial Director at Oprah Daily. Pilar shares her valuable insights on creating compelling subject lines, the evolution of pitch language, and how to effectively showcase assets and sources in your pitches. Whether you're a publicist looking to improve your pitch game or simply curious about the inner workings of top-tier journalism, you won't want to miss this conversation. Stay tuned as we dive into the ever-evolving world of media and storytelling with Pilar Guzman.

Pilar Guzmán, Oprah Daily

This week on Coffee with a Journalist, we sit down with Nicole Schuman, the managing editor at PRNEWS. Nicole gives us an inside look at her approach to managing emails, shares what makes a pitch stand out, and discusses the importance of building genuine relationships in the PR industry. With over 200 episodes under her belt, Beck navigates this conversation to uncover practical tips and behind-the-scenes insights from Nicole’s experience at the helm of a leading PR publication. Don't miss this episode if you want to learn how to effectively pitch to editors and improve your PR game. Grab your coffee and join us for this engaging discussion!

Nicole Schuman, PRNEWS

Mikhaila Friel is a seasoned journalist and senior reporter currently working at Business Insider. Known for her evolving roles within the publication, Mikhaila has honed her expertise in identifying unique stories and effectively pitching them. She actively shares her insights on the importance of thorough research in pitching and navigating the story approval process. Mikhaila's experience and dedication make her a valuable resource for aspiring journalists and PR professionals alike.

Mikhaila Friel, Business Insider

In this week's episode of "Coffee with a Journalist," Aaron Monk, a freelance writer and AI contributor at Observer, joins as a guest. Aaron delves into how ChatGPT ignited his passion for artificial intelligence writing. He shares insights on the types of pitches and sources he prefers, offering valuable advice for PR professionals from AI startups on how to effectively engage with him. 

Aaron Mok, Observer + Freelance

Claire Stern Milch is digital director at ELLE. During the episode, Claire discusses why she appreciates in person pitch meetings, subject lines that piqued her interest, tips for follow up etiquette, and more.

Claire Stern Milch, ELLE

Todd Plummer is a freelance writer with bylines in the Wall Street Journal, New York Times, Vogue, Harper's Bazaar, ELLE and more. During today's episode, Todd discusses his career background as an attorney and writer, what he wants PR people to understand when pitching him, and his own process for pitching stories and staying organized.

Todd Plummer, Freelance

Jillian Quint is the editor-in-chief at PureWow, which covers all things regarding women's lifestyle. During the episode, Jillian discusses PureWow's coverage and mission to empower women, how she organizes her inbox as an editor-in-chief, effective pitching strategies, the value of expert opinions and more.

Jillian Quint, PureWow

Radhika Seth is British Vogue's film and culture editor. During the episode, Radhika discusses the beauty of advocacy through fashion journalism, why simplicity is an underrated PR strategy, her dream sources, and more!

Radhika Seth, British Vogue

Nathan Burrow is the senior deals editor at Wirecutter, the product reviews and recommendations department of The New York Times. During the episode, Nathan discusses how Wirecutter identifies and recommends the best products on the market, his goal to always serve his readers in his coverage, ways to craft a winning subject line, and more.

Nathan Burrow, Wirecutter (The New York Times)

Our guest on today’s episode of Coffee with a Journalist is Tanner Saunders. Tanner is the senior hotels reporter at The Points Guy, and covers how to redeem travel points for maximum value, the latest and greatest in credit cards and perks, and scenic stays around the globe to check out. During the episode, Tanner discusses his history in travel reporting and what TPG's beat reporters cover, how he builds a symbiotic relationship with publicists, and what travel story angles and trends are most compelling right now. Let's dive in!

Tanner Saunders, The Points Guy

"Coffee with a Journalist" features candid conversations with top tier journalists. Each week OnePitch Co-Founder, Beck Bamberger, speaks 1:1 with editors, reporters, and journalists to uncover their publicist pet peeves, favorite books, outlook on the future of journalism, and more. Sometimes, we even drink coffee.

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