"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.
In this episode, we're joined by Susannah Snider, the managing editor of the money section at U.S. News. Susannah offers a wealth of knowledge in consumer advice, spanning financial choices, real estate, health, and more. Not only is she a seasoned journalist, but she's also a certified financial planner. In this episode, we dive into everything from how she manages her inbox and selects pitches, to the nuances of maintaining and updating evergreen content. Plus, Susannah shares invaluable tips for publicists and recounts her experience covering the meme stock craze. Join us for an insightful conversation that will help you better navigate the world of journalism and media relations.
12/3/24 • 22:15
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!
11/19/24 • 24:09
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.
11/12/24 • 22:38
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.
10/29/24 • 23:55
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!
10/22/24 • 18:03
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.
10/15/24 • 22:13
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.
10/8/24 • 17:03
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!
10/1/24 • 24:02
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.
9/24/24 • 22:38
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.
9/17/24 • 19:41
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.
9/10/24 • 18:39
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.
8/27/24 • 17:31
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.
8/20/24 • 19:32
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!
8/13/24 • 22:17
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.
8/6/24 • 21:55
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!
7/30/24 • 23:12
Our guest on today's episode of Coffee with a Journalist is Sam Cole, journalist and cofounder at 404 Media. During the episode, Sam discusses 404 Media, its coverage, and its founding in 2023, what makes a great PR relationship for her, and pointers for email and pitch etiquette.
7/23/24 • 20:50
Our guest on today’s episode of Coffee with a Journalist is Cloey Callahan, Senior Reporter at WorkLife, part of Digiday. Cloey covers how modern workplaces and workforces are changing across culture, technology, talent, leadership, spaces, diversity, equity & inclusion. During the episode, Cloey discusses how to get front of the line status in her email inbox, the power of data in storytelling, how to optimize pitches for SEO, and so much more.
7/16/24 • 24:42
Our guest on today’s episode of Coffee with a Journalist is Rebecca Pifer, Senior Reporter at Healthcare Dive. Rebecca covers the business of healthcare with a focus on health insurers and public policy. During the episode, Rebecca discusses the nuances of healthcare journalsm, the instances where it's ok to ping her multiple times with an idea, and the ideal elements of a standout subject line. Hint, it's all about short, sweet, direct, and relevant.
7/9/24 • 19:27
Elisabeth Sherman is this week's guest on the show, and she's an associate editor at Parents whose expertise focuses on family, parenting, internet culture, food and drink, and entertainment. During the episode, Elisabeth walks us through what she recommends PRos do before pitching her, the nuances of pitching a product versus expert commentary, how she keeps her inbox organized in her new role, and more.
6/25/24 • 20:47
Stephanie Palazzolo is an AI reporter at The Information covering artificial intelligence startups, VCs, tech giants and research. Stephanie also writes AI Agenda, The Information's daily newsletter. During today's episode, Stephanie walks us through her background in tech investment banking, the sources and stories she's currently most interested in, and her favorite resources and reading material for staying up to date on AI. Let's get after it!
6/18/24 • 19:43
This week on the show, we welcome Iris Goldsztajn morning editor at Marie Claire. During the episode, Iris discusses her role in celebrity news and women's lifestyle coverage, the intricacies of managing a high volume of PR pitches, her preferences for specific types of pitches, and the nuances of working independently in a demanding field.
6/11/24 • 22:01
Sarah Allard is a digital director at Conde Nast Traveller. During the episode, Sarah discusses how her role has shifted from writing to strategy and planning, what catches her eye in a travel pitch, the types of stories she helps Condé Nast Traveller tell, and what it's like working with a global journalism team. Let's get into it!
6/4/24 • 22:47
We sat down with Taylor Crumpton, freelance writer with bylines in TIME, Essence, Grammy.com, Pitchfork, Marie Claire, and more for today's Coffee with a Journalist episode. During the episode, Taylor discusses her take on going viral, her collaborative approach to working with publicists, strategies for networking and building relationships with purpose, and what she's currently focused on in coverage.
5/28/24 • 24:16
This week on the podcast, we sit down with Kelsey Ramirez, an associate, strategic initiatives, at Fox Business, where she edits the team’s coverage about personal finance. During the episode, Kelsey discusses her strategy for managing and prioritizing emails using color-coded tags, what she likes to see in a subject line, timing preferences for exclusives, and her favorite newsletters for staying inspired and on top of the latest headlines.
5/21/24 • 19:21
Our guest on today’s episode of Coffee with a Journalist is Joni Sweet, freelancer writer covering travel, health, and wellness with bylines in Forbes, National Geographic, TIME, Trip Savvy, Lonely Planet, and more. During the episode, Joni discusses her relationship to PR folks and pitches, including a preference for personalization, how she organizes her work with a busy inbox, and what effective PR engagement looks like for her. Let's dive in to the conversation!
5/14/24 • 23:54
Our guest on today’s episode of Coffee with a Journalist is Anthony L. Fisher. Anthony is the senior opinion editor and a columnist for The Daily Beast, and also writes the “Calling Balls and Strikes” newsletter on Substack. During the episode, Anthony discusses his strategies for managing pitches, the Daily Beast's style preferences, and insight into his role, workflow, and time management strategies. Let's get into it!
5/7/24 • 19:43
Our guest on today's episode of Coffee with a Journalist is Beth Gilette. Beth is a beauty editor at Cosmopolitan where she covers skincare, makeup, hair, nails, and more across digital and print. During today's episode, Beth discusses her go-to e-mail organization tactics (hello folders and specific rules), her favorite story she's ever written and how it came to be, as well as why sit-downs with PR pros help her learn more about who they represent, and how they tick, and vice versa.
4/30/24 • 25:59
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.
4/23/24 • 18:50
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.
4/16/24 • 25:15
