Coffee with a Journalist

Our guest on today’s episode of Coffee with a Journalist is Ilona Limonta-Volkova, host of Money Memories, an NPR podcast, and contributing writer on fintech at Forbes. During the episode, Ilona discusses her podcast and the types of guests she features, plus her dream guest, the art of staying pithy in pitching, and the best way to connect with her.

Our guest on today’s episode of Coffee with a Journalist is Tim Crino. Tim is a senior editor at Inc. where his coverage focus is on cybersecurity and data privacy. He also oversees Inc.'s book reviews, collaborates on strategies for Inc. Video, and edits Inc. Insider, a print section that curates expert advice from entrepreneurship's brightest. During the episode, Tim discusses how PR folks can get in his email’s “good folder” (and what that is), how he vets angles and news to cover, as well as how he stays organized and on top of his stories.   

In this week's episode of Coffee with a Journalist, we sit down with freelance journalist Farrell Evans. Farrell covers a range of topics like business, golf, history, and race for outlets including Inc., Sports Illustrated, the History Channel, Andscape, and more. He'll walk us through how exactly to catch his attention in your pitch to him as well as what to call out in your pitch, what he looks for in a solid publicist, and more.  

Our guest on today’s episode of Coffee with a Journalist is Monica Pitrelli, editor of CNBC Travel, part of CNBC. Monica covers news, trends, and financial matters for high-yield travelers around the world. During the episode, Monica discusses how she organizes her email inbox across time zones (she’s based in Singapore), how she puts her stories together, and what makes a great source for her coverage.   

Welcome to this week's episode of Coffee with a Journalist, where we sit down for a chat with the talented Maya Goldman, health policy reporter at Axios. Maya takes us through her email inbox routine and shares insights into the kind of sources she prefers to work with, the timing of pitches, and much more. She emphasizes the importance of a direct yet conversational approach in pitches and the benefits of providing exclusive or embargoed information. Join us as Maya provides a glimpse into her world of healthcare journalism and offers valuable tips for publicists looking to work with her.

In this episode of Coffee with a Journalist, host Beck Bamberger is joined by John Hyatt, a staff writer for Forbes. John specializes in covering billionaires, finance, deal making, money and politics, and white-collar crime. During the conversation, John provides insights into his coverage of the wealthiest individuals in the world, how he produces the annual Forbes 400 list and the Forbes world billionaires list, and also sheds light on his inbox, the type of pitches he receives, and how publicists can effectively engage with journalists. Additionally, John shares details about his typical workday, his experience as an intern during COVID-19, his interest in investigations and valuable sources, and some rapid-fire preferences in media pitches. Don’t miss this engaging conversation offering a behind-the-scenes look at the life of a Forbes staff writer.

In this episode of Coffee with a Journalist, we sit down with Andrea González-Ramírez, a senior writer at The Cut. Andrea discusses her role at The Cut, her beat covering systems of power, and her approach to receiving pitches. She shares insights into managing her inbox, the types of pitches that catch her attention, and the kinds of sources she prefers to work with. Andrea also delves into her story approval process, her preference for communication, and her self-care practices. Join us as we uncover the inner workings of The Cut and gain valuable tips for successfully pitching Andrea.

In this episode of "Coffee with a Journalist," we sit down with Daysia Tolentino, the culture and trends reporter at NBC News. Daysia shares her insights on covering Internet culture and trends, emphasizing the importance of pitches related to online content and trends. She discusses the challenges of identifying true trends amidst the noise of the Internet and offers valuable tips for publicists looking to pitch to her. From her preference for data-driven pitches to her inbox management strategies, Daysia provides a candid look into her world as a reporter. Join us as we dive into a conversation about the evolving landscape of journalism in the digital age.

In this episode, we sit down with Conz Preti, the senior editor for Freelancers at Business Insider. Conz covers a wide range of topics, including parenting, health, college life, and sex and relationships. Throughout the episode, she provides valuable insights for publicists and freelancers looking to pitch stories to Business Insider. From her inbox management strategies to her preferences for expert sources and pitch subject lines, Conz shares tips and advice to help you land your next story in Business Insider. Join us as we dive into the world of journalism with Conz Preti.

In this episode of Coffee with a Journalist, host Beck Bamberger sits down with Lucy Morgan, purpose editor and deputy website editor at Glamour. During the discussion, Lucy shares the inside scoop on her role, her hectic inbox filled with exciting and sensitive pitches, and her dedication to meaningful, women's empowerment content. She also talks about her preferences for phone interviews, paragraph-based pitches, and the importance of authentic, expert sources. Lucy dives into Glamour's dynamic approach to women's health topics and emphasizes the need for thoughtfully crafted pitches.