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General

1) How to Make Your Smart Phone Last Longer (Anonymous)

2) What essential oils are safe to use in hair? (Anonymous)

3) Fall and Winter Apparel and Footwear (Little Helpers In Life)

4) Gifts For Her 2020 (Little Helpers In Life)

5) The Best Pet Products Of 2020 (Little Helpers In Life)

6) Managing Ongoing Stress During a Pandemic: Advice for Nurses and Other Healthcare Professionals (TravelNursing.com)

7) Benefits of Binge-Witching (Bauer Media)

8) Seeking law Enforcement Professionals for Digital Podcast (Women Who Rock with Success)

9) As an employer, what do you do when you found out you hired the wrong employee for the job? (Virtual Vocations)

10) How Do You Reduce Bias in the Remote Hiring Process? (Virtual Vocations)

11) Need Aldi Employees (Former/Current) To Talk About Their Experience (INSIDER)

12) Vets' Input on Common Cancers in Dogs (Anonymous)

13) Creating That Restaurant Feel While Sheltering In Place (the ny times)

14) Looking for PRO NYC Ballet dancers/choreographers on dancing at home (New York Post)

15) What do Christians think of Democrat's focus on character and morals in the 2020 election? (The Millennial Source)

16) Halloween Costumes Guide (Sweet Silly Sara)

17) Seeking medical professional to discuss Alzheimer's (Mattress Nerd)

18) Need experts for story: Mortgage rate/housing market forecasts post-election (The Mortgage Reports)

19) Seeking chefs from Appalachia to offer their thoughts about "Appalachian cuisine" (The Manual)

20) Seeking bartenders to weigh in on bottled cocktail mixes- are they ever worth buying? (The Manual)

21) Seeking brewers and bartenders from American "beer cities" (The Manual)

22) How to Work From Home With Kids Now That There's No End to the Pandemic in Sight (The Muse)

23) Why are Toxic Relationships Addictive + Signs You're In One? (Thought Catalog)

24) Recent stay in Cancun (Anonymous)

25) How to Save Money on an Engagement Ring? (Anonymous)

26) Did your business see broken windows or theft during riots? (Risk & Insurance)

27) Wheel clamps, restraint devices and driving vacations (The Washington Post)

28) It's a lost year for travelers. But will 2021 be any better? (Forbes)

29) What Is Build Your Own Travel Insurance, And Should I Do It? (Forbes)

30) Seeking A Psychologist on Parenting For TV Series (Successful Parenting)

31) Tips for fighting the quarantine blues (fabfitfun)

32) What are your favorite gift ideas for your wife? (Edible Arrangements)

33) What are the most creative 30th birthday gift ideas? (Edible Arrangements)

34) 2020 Holiday Gift Guide - Accepting Submissions! (That's Just Jeni)

35) WANTED: Holiday Guide Gifts (ConsumerQueen.com)

36) How to stop cats from climbing Christmas trees? (POPSUGAR)

37) Adult Bevearges (blogger)

38) Christmas Guide (blogger)

39) HGG for Kids (blogger)

40) Best Books For Learning Day Trading (Fupping)

41) Best Books On Day Trading For Beginners (Fupping)

42) Places You Can Travel To During Quarantine (Lifney)

43) Best Lamp For Office With No Windows (Welp Magazine)

44) Best Floor Lamp For Office (Welp Magazine)

45) Best Lamp For Home Office (Welp Magazine)

46) Best Luxury Bath Gifts (Gift Bee)

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General

1) Summary: How to Make Your Smart Phone Last Longer

Category: General

Email: query-b66c@helpareporter.net

Media Outlet: Anonymous

Deadline: 11:00 PM EST - 26 August

Query:

What are some tips and tricks to making your smart phone "live"
longer?

Requirements:

Email responses only- please include your name, email, and
website in your response.

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2) Summary: What essential oils are safe to use in hair?

Category: General

Email: query-b66f@helpareporter.net

Media Outlet: Anonymous

Deadline: 11:00 PM EST - 26 August

Query:

What essential oils are safe to use in hair and what are their
benefits?

Requirements:

Email responses only- please include your name, email, and
website in your response

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3) Summary: Fall and Winter Apparel and Footwear

Name: Amanda Osburn Little Helpers In Life

Category: General

Email: query-b6de@helpareporter.net

Media Outlet: Little Helpers In Life

Deadline: 7:00 PM EST - 27 August

Query:

Hello, my name is Amanda. I am the owner of Little Helpers In
Life, where I write reviews, gift guides, giveaways, and much
more. I am reaching out today looking for sturdy and durable
shoes and apparel for the entire family to feature in my Back To
School guide. Shoes can always help adults and kids alike feel
better when going about their day. And a nice and comfortable
pair of shoes can make you over all happier at the end of the
day when your feet are not sore and achy. Wearing comfortable
but stylish clothes can also always add a little pep to your
step. These products would be featured in my back to school
guide. This blog follows FTC blogger guidelines, and has 153k
unique monthly visitors.There will be a permanent link for each
item featured on www.littlehelpersinlife.com Full size product
is required for photography and content creation reasons. Thank
you for your time.

Requirements:

Full size product is required for photography and content
creation reasons.

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4) Summary: Gifts For Her 2020

Name: Amanda Osburn Little Helpers In Life

Category: General

Email: query-b6dm@helpareporter.net

Media Outlet: Little Helpers In Life

Deadline: 7:00 PM EST - 27 August

Query:

Hi, my name is Amanda. I run a blog called Little Helpers In
Life. I am looking to do reviews on my blog about great and
interesting gift ideas for anniversaries for women. I know a lot
of men have a hard time finding that perfect gift for her when
it comes to the perfect anniversary gift. I look forward to
working with you! This can include anything from watches,
clothing, purses, adult toys, etc. There will be a permanent
link for each item featured on www.littlehelpersinlife.com This
blog follows FTC blogger guidelines, and has 153k unique monthly
visitors.Full size product is required for photography, and
content creation reasons.

Requirements:

Full size product is required for photography and content
creation reasons.

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5) Summary: The Best Pet Products Of 2020

Name: Amanda Osburn Little Helpers In Life

Category: General

Email: query-b6dp@helpareporter.net

Media Outlet: Little Helpers In Life

Deadline: 7:00 PM EST - 27 August

Query:

Hi my name is Amanda and I own Little Helpers In Life where I do
reviews,and much more. I am starting to gather different
sponsors for Pets 2020 gift guide.I am looking for interesting
products to feature and add to my gift guide. This can include:
pet beds, pet toys, anything pet related. I personally have two
dogs. A 3 year old Saint Bermastiff named Diesel. As well as a
14 year old Corgi/Blue Heeler mix named Eldorado. I would love
to feature anything pet related in my gift guide to help all
animal lovers find the best products for the year. This blog
follows FTC blogger guidelines, and has 153k unique monthly
visitors.There will be a permanent link for each item featured
on www.littlehelpersinlife.com Full size product is required for
photography and content creation reasons. Thank you for your time

Requirements:

Full size product is required for photography and content
creation reasons.

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6) Summary: Managing Ongoing Stress During a Pandemic: Advice for Nurses and Other Healthcare Professionals

Name: Jennifer Larson TravelNursing.com

Category: General

Email: query-b6e2@helpareporter.net

Media Outlet: TravelNursing.com

Deadline: 1:00 PM EST - 26 August

Query:

The COVID-19 pandemic continues marching forward. Nurses and
other healthcare professionals keep showing up at work and doing
their jobs to the absolute best of their abilities.

But more than five months into the pandemic, a lot of these
dedicated healthcare professionals are feeling the weight of the
stress that they've been carrying around. And who could blame
them?

For an article for TravelNursing.com and for the news blog of
its sister website Onward Health (see:
https://www.onwardhealthcare.com/nursing-resources/?catg=news),
I am writing an article that will focus on effective stress
management and coping skills for nurses.

I'm looking for healthcare professionals and mental health
experts who can weigh in with some good advice for our nurse
readers.

We want to discuss the WHY and the HOW: why should nurses
prioritize developing some good stress management strategies
that work for them and how can they go about doing that? How
can they figure out what will work for them? What are they
risking if they don't address their stress levels? Does the
fact that we don't know when the pandemic will end have any kind
of particular effect that we should note? And what if they're
working away from home on a travel assignment--what can they do
to help themselves manage their stress when they're away from
home and their usual support system?

Requirements:

Please contact me through HARO or via email at
larson_jennifer@yahoo.com if you're available and willing to
field these questions--and maybe a few more. I do have to wrap
up my research by Wednesday, August 26, and I apologize for a
short turnaround. Thanks for your time and consideration!

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7) Summary: Benefits of Binge-Witching

Name: Suzanne Hayes Bauer Media

Category: General

Email: query-b6ew@helpareporter.net

Media Outlet: Bauer Media

Deadline: 9:00 AM EST - 25 August

Query:

Looking for an expert (pscyh/mental health) to offer a quote
that offers some insight into beneifts of binge-watching- it
gets us off of our phones, or allows our minds a break when done
intermittently... does the mood we are in when we start watching
have any impact on how binge-watching effects us? Are certain
genres better than others?

Requirements:

Just need a few quotes as I am writing a piece on the best
shows to binge-watch, but want to offer some expert advice on
the subject first.

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8) Summary: Seeking law Enforcement Professionals for Digital Podcast

Name: Diane Winbush Women Who Rock with Success

Category: General

Email: query-b6fb@helpareporter.net

Media Outlet: Women Who Rock with Success

Deadline: 8:00 AM EST - 25 August

Query:

We are seeking law enforcement professionals to provide their
theories and concerns of the public regarding:

1). De-funding of law enforcement

2). Why government(s) should continue funding the police force?

3). How beneficial would this be for citizens in local and
national demographics?

4). Defining he purpose if funding local precincts?

5). Clarify why prisoners are benefited through these grant
fundings?

6). Would de-funding affect how local jails and national-private
and state prisons are operable?

Requirements:

1. Submit precinct jurisdiction or ranking authority

2). Attorneys are also welcome to weigh in on the podcast

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9) Summary: As an employer, what do you do when you found out you hired the wrong employee for the job?

Name: Eric Schad Virtual Vocations

Category: General

Email: query-b6fu@helpareporter.net

Media Outlet: Virtual Vocations

Deadline: 7:00 PM EST - 25 August

Query:

As part of a Virtual Vocations column, I'm seeking answers on
what to do as an employer when you hire someone that isn't
working out.

Things to consider may include:

1. How long do you wait to see if they change? 2. Did you
overlook obvious signs that this person wasn't the right choice?
3. Why didn't they fit in? Was it company culture, work ethic,
personality, etc.? 4. What did you eventually do about the
situation.

Requirements:

I'd prefer remote employers to answer this question. Also,
please include a link to your website so I can add your backlink
in the article.

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10) Summary: How Do You Reduce Bias in the Remote Hiring Process?

Name: Eric Schad Virtual Vocations

Category: General

Email: query-b6fv@helpareporter.net

Media Outlet: Virtual Vocations

Deadline: 7:00 PM EST - 25 August

Query:

I'm looking for remote employers and how they reduce bias in the
remote hiring process. More specifically, how do you go into an
interview with impartiality?

Furthermore, what type of research do you do on job candidates
that you're interested in?

Requirements:

I'm looking for remote employers specifically. And also, include
your website link or personal website or whatever you want me to
plug in the article.

Thanks!

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11) Summary: Need Aldi Employees (Former/Current) To Talk About Their Experience

Name: Sophia Mitrokostas INSIDER

Category: General

Email: query-b6g3@helpareporter.net

Media Outlet: INSIDER

Deadline: 11:00 PM EST - 24 August

Query:

We're looking for former or current Aldi employees to talk about
what customers should never do in an Aldi store. What customer
habits do you hate?

Each pitch should include at least *four* examples with at least
a couple *complete* sentences of explanation for each point.

Please include your comments in your pitch, along with how you
would like to be credited (name, credentials, website link). The
piece would be published on INSIDER and may appear on Business
Insider as well.

Deadline for HARO comment is August 24 at 11 p.m. EST
(extensions possible). Thank you in advance!

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12) Summary: Vets' Input on Common Cancers in Dogs

Category: General

Email: query-b6gd@helpareporter.net

Media Outlet: Anonymous

Deadline: 7:00 PM EST - 26 August

Query:

We're a pet blog (DR 50) looking for veterinarians to offer
insights for our upcoming article on cancers in dogs. We need
your input on the most common cancers in dogs and the dog breeds
most susceptible to cancer. In return, we will credit you with
a backlink in our article. Kindly answer the following
questions:

- What is the top 5 most common cancer in dogs? (Please rank in
order, with the first being the most common and last being the
5th most common) - What are the most common causes of cancer in
dogs? (Please rank in order, with the first being the most
common and last being the least common) - Which dog breeds are
the most susceptible to cancer? - Are pure breeds are more
prone to cancer than mixed breeds?

Below are some optional questions: - Which cancer is the
deadliest for canines? Why? - What are some tips for caring for
dogs with cancer?

We will contact you if your input has been published.

Requirements:

You have to be a licensed veterinarian.

For credit purposes, please include: - Name (first and last
name) - Your qualifications (Kindly note that we will only
consider inputs from licensed veterinarians.) - Company -
Email address (We will contact you via this email address if
your input has been published.) - Website / relevant article
Thank you for your time!

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13) Summary: Creating That Restaurant Feel While Sheltering In Place

Name: Judy Mandell the ny times

Category: General

Email: query-b6h8@helpareporter.net

Media Outlet: the ny times

Deadline: 7:00 PM EST - 25 August

Query:

I am proposing an article to the New York Times titled "Creating
That Restaurant Feel at Home While Sheltering in Place - As the
Weather Gets Cold, Eating Out Will Be Out of the Question:

Top Chefs Offer Easy to Prepare and Easy on Your Budget Meal
Solutions - Etiquette Experts Offer Ideas for Plating, Course
Preparation, Lighting and Table Settings - With Items That Most
People Already Have In Their Homes."

Millions of people out of work are keeping a close eye on their
spending dollars. Just because a family is on a budget doesn't
mean they should sacrifice taste and quality.

I will interview chefs for restaurant quality meal solutions
that are easy to prepare and easy on your budget - of course at
home.

I will ask etiquette experts for ideas -- for plating, course
preparation, lighting, table settings - all with items that most
readers already have in their home.

I will also interview people for their stories about fanciful
eating at home.

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14) Summary: Looking for PRO NYC Ballet dancers/choreographers on dancing at home

Name: Addie Sands New York Post

Category: General

Email: query-b6hs@helpareporter.net

Media Outlet: New York Post

Deadline: 12:00 PM EST - 25 August

Query:

I'm writing an article for The New York Post on how PROFESSIONAL
NYC ballet dancers and ballet choreographers are dancing at
home. So looking for dancers willing to share a photo of their
at-home dance space along with quotes on below queries.

Bonus points for male and BIPOC dancers.

Please include numbers with responses as below:

1. Name and title (i.e., principal dancer, choreographer, etc.)
and company you dance for. 2. dropbox or Instagram link to photo
of your at-home dance space that you are willing to share and
photo credit if you have this already and email for NYP photo
team to reach out to for picture or to arrange in-person photo
shoot (if you are comfortable, please specify yes / no) 3.
Please share in 3-4 sentences what your at-home studio space is
like and what you love about it. 4. What has dancing at-home
amid the pandemic been like for you? 3-4 sentences. 5. What's
one lesson you've learned about yourself as a dancer during the
pandemic? 6. Please share with neighborhood and borough you live
in (i.e., Murray Hill, Manhattan). It's fine if you've been in
and out of NYC as long as you danced in your NYC home for part
of the time since the pandemic broke out (and have at least one
photo of that space you're willing to share.). If you've also
been quarantining in another city/state, please specify where
here.

Requirements:

Please format as requested with numbers. Answers may be tweaked
slightly for clarity/grammar/flow.

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15) Summary: What do Christians think of Democrat's focus on character and morals in the 2020 election?

Name: Zach Frye The Millennial Source

Category: General

Email: query-b6ji@helpareporter.net

Media Outlet: The Millennial Source

Deadline: 9:00 AM CST - 25 August

Query:

Biden has called this election "a battle for the soul of the
nation". The Democratic convention also leaned heavily on
rhetoric about morals and character. What do
Evangelicals/Conservative Christians make of this? We are
looking for any opinions they might have, either pro Trump or
pro Biden.

Requirements:

Must be from a Christian/religious conservative perspective

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16) Summary: Halloween Costumes Guide

Category: General

Email: query-azik@helpareporter.net

Media Outlet: Sweet Silly Sara

Deadline: 7:00 PM EST - 31 August

Query:

I am putting together a guide of the best options for ordering
your Halloween costume online. I would love to feature an
assortment of styles from a several brands to showcase costume
ideas for the whole family; from kids to adults, and let's not
forget the pets too!

If your brand offers costumes, I would love to hear about them!
My guide will post on site and be shared multiple times with my
37,000+ social followers.

Please note a sample is required for original photos and
inclusion!

Requirements:

Please note a sample is required for original photos and
inclusion!

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17) Summary: Seeking medical professional to discuss Alzheimer's

Name: Charlotte Spence Mattress Nerd

Category: General

Email: query-b5s2@helpareporter.net

Media Outlet: Mattress Nerd

Deadline: 7:00 PM EST - 24 August

Query:

I am looking for an expert in the medical field to provide some
insight on the relationship between Alzheimer's and sleep:

How are Alzheimer's and sleep connected? What advice or tips do
you have for caretakers of Alzheimer's patients who are
struggling to get adequate sleep?

When responding, please include: full name, title, headshot,
company and website URL. Thank you!

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18) Summary: Need experts for story: Mortgage rate/housing market forecasts post-election

Name: Erik Martin The Mortgage Reports

Category: General

Email: query-b6dd@helpareporter.net

Media Outlet: The Mortgage Reports

Deadline: 1:00 PM EST - 27 August

Query:

Hello. My name is Erik Martin with The Mortgage Reports website
(www.themortgagereports.com). I'm looking to interview real
estate faculty, financial experts, real estate organization
spokespersons, property attorneys, and other real estate experts
(no real estate agents/brokers please) for the following story:

Mortgage rate/housing market forecasts post-election 2020. This
story will provide comments and insights from real estate
experts about how the presidential election may impact the
housing market and rates. I can only accept full-sentence
written responses (which I can use as quotes) for this article.
I also need your high-resolution headshot image. My deadline for
written answers to these questions is noon central, Thursday,
August 27.

QUESTIONS: 1. How can the upcoming presidential election and its
results affect the real estate market, housing policies, the
Fed, and mortgage interest rates? Why and how do elections
overall effect rates and the housing market? Please explain with
details. 2. What is it about this particular presidential
election and its aftermath that can significantly affect the
real estate market and/or mortgage rates? 3. What is your
prediction: If Joe Biden wins the election, what will the effect
be in 2021 on: (a) the real estate market overall; (b) potential
changes to housing policies; (c) the Fed; and (d) mortgage
interest rates? 4. What is your prediction: If Donald Trump
wins the election, what will the effect be in 2021 on: (a) the
real estate market overall; (b) potential changes to housing
policies; (c) the Fed; and (d) mortgage interest rates? (Please
provide answers to both questions number three and four) 5. Any
other 2021 predictions you'd like to offer that relate to the
housing market or rates? 6. Any other thoughts, tips or
suggestions on this topic? 7. What is your full name, title,
company, city/state location, and email address?

Erik Martin martinspiration@gmail.com

Requirements:

See query

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19) Summary: Seeking chefs from Appalachia to offer their thoughts about "Appalachian cuisine"

Name: Taylor Tobin The Manual

Category: General

Email: query-b6ec@helpareporter.net

Media Outlet: The Manual

Deadline: 12:00 PM EST - 28 August

Query:

For this article, I'm looking for chefs located in (or hailing
from) the Appalachian region of the United States to weigh in on
what "Appalachian cuisine" looks like as a culinary category,
what the biggest misunderstandings are about the food of
Appalachia, and which dishes best define this region. If you'd
like to participate, please drop me a line, and I'll send over a
couple of specific questions!

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20) Summary: Seeking bartenders to weigh in on bottled cocktail mixes- are they ever worth buying?

Name: Taylor Tobin The Manual

Category: General

Email: query-b6ef@helpareporter.net

Media Outlet: The Manual

Deadline: 1:00 PM EST - 28 August

Query:

For this article, I'm looking for professional
bartenders/beverage directors to offer their thoughts about
bottled cocktail mixes (i.e. store-bought margarita mix, Bloody
Mary mix, etc.). Are these products ever worth buying, or is it
always better to make your own versions? Are there certain
versions of cocktail mixes that are more worthwhile than others?

If you'd like to participate, please reach out and I'll send a
couple of specific questions your way!

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21) Summary: Seeking brewers and bartenders from American "beer cities"

Name: Taylor Tobin The Manual

Category: General

Email: query-b6ei@helpareporter.net

Media Outlet: The Manual

Deadline: 2:00 PM EST - 28 August

Query:

For this article, I'm looking for beer brewers, cicerones, and
bartenders based in American "beer cities"- i.e. cities that
view beer culture as a defining factor of their identities. I'm
trying to pinpoint what makes a "beer city"; pretty much every
major US metropolis is home to breweries and beer bars, so what
really sets "beer cities" apart?

If you're a beer professional based in a city that you consider
a true "beer city", please reach out and I'll send over a few
specific questions!

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22) Summary: How to Work From Home With Kids Now That There's No End to the Pandemic in Sight

Name: Ashley Abramson The Muse

Category: General

Email: query-b6ez@helpareporter.net

Media Outlet: The Muse

Deadline: 7:00 PM EST - 24 August

Query:

This article will offer practical strategies for juggling work
and kids while WFH. What many thought would be a temporary
short-term situation has become an ongoing one, and this may
require different strategies than WFH in the spring. Would love
to hear from experts about how to work from home as a parent,
and how to do it well. Mental health, parenting, and career tips
welcome.

Requirements:

I can't include quotes from career coaches affiliated with
branded sites. I'd love to hear from credentialed folks and
people who have experienced the challenge of WFH with kids.

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23) Summary: Why are Toxic Relationships Addictive + Signs You're In One?

Name: Erica Gordon Thought Catalog

Category: General

Email: query-b6f4@helpareporter.net

Media Outlet: Thought Catalog

Deadline: 2:00 AM EST - 26 August

Query:

Need psychologists, relationship coaches, life coaches and inner
work specialists to comment on the following:

1) Why are toxic relationships so addictive, and why do people
describe it as similar to a heroin or drug addiction?

2) What are some signs you're in a toxic relationship?

3) What are some signs you're in a trauma bond?

4) Describe a few signs of emotional abuse, gaslighting, and
narcissitc abuse

5) Why is it so difficult to break free from a trauma bond or
toxic relationship?

6) Any tips for how to break free from the addiction or trauma
bond, how to reparent, inner child work, and inner work?

Requirements:

If you put genuine thought and care into your answers, you will
be chosen for not one, but multiple publications. The more of
the above questions you answer, the higher chance of being
selected. Try to say at least one sentence that is so profound,
it will hit emotional triggers in the reader and give the reader
that 'aha!' moment of clarity. You will get introduced in the
article along with a do-follow link. The publications has
millions of readers. Thank you.

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24) Summary: Recent stay in Cancun

Category: General

Email: query-b6f9@helpareporter.net

Media Outlet: Anonymous

Deadline: 5:00 PM EST - 24 August

Query:

Journalist for high-circulation international website seeks to
speak to recent visitors to Cancun

Requirements:

Tell me a few sentences about when you went, where you stayed
and what your experience was like.

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25) Summary: How to Save Money on an Engagement Ring?

Category: General

Email: query-b6g1@helpareporter.net

Media Outlet: Anonymous

Deadline: 7:00 PM EST - 25 August

Query:

Write to me if you have used some easy to implement strategy to
save money on engagement rings.

Only looking for ideas you implemented and benefited, not
interested in sales pitches.

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26) Summary: Did your business see broken windows or theft during riots?

Name: Jared Shelly Risk & Insurance

Category: General

Email: query-b6g2@helpareporter.net

Media Outlet: Risk & Insurance

Deadline: 7:00 PM EST - 24 August

Query:

Has your business suffered damage due to rioting and civil
unrest? I'd love to chat with you. If you've had broken windows,
stolen property or other damage, I'd like to help tell your
story. How has it shaped your support or non-support of the
Black Lives Matter movement? How has it shaped your thinking on
race and protesting in America? From a practical standpoint, did
you lose money or were you forced to close?

Requirements:

Looking for owners or operators who's businesses have sustained
damage during protesting.

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27) Summary: Wheel clamps, restraint devices and driving vacations

Name: Chris Elliott The Washington Post

Category: General

Email: query-b6g6@helpareporter.net

Media Outlet: The Washington Post

Deadline: 7:00 PM EST - 26 August

Query:

I'm researching a story about the use of wheel clamps and other
vehicle restraining devices, such as barnacles. The 2020 summer
vacation season is almost over. Most travelers drove to their
destinations, and an increasing number of them faced these wheel
clamps and restraining devices when they had a parking
violation. I would love to hear from anyone who found a Denver
Boot or Barnacle on their car this summer. What happened? How
much did it cost? Did you pay the fine or fight it? From parking
enforcement experts and travel pros, I'd like to know: Are these
devices being used more often? If so, why? What, if anything,
can travelers do to avoid these devices (other than parking
legally)?

Requirements:

Please read this before answering. I'd be very grateful if you
could send an initial response to my questions by email. Please
do not respond with a note that says you would like to be
considered for this story or want to set up a phone interview
with a source. I'm happy to consider you for this story. I've
included all of my questions in this query. Please take a minute
to briefly answer them. Kindly do not cut-and-paste answers from
previously published materials, such as press releases or blog
posts. If a phone interview is necessary, I will follow up right
away. Be sure to include your full name and a jargon-free, brief
(two to three word) description of your company or affiliation
as you would like it to appear in the article. I will do my
absolute best to acknowledge that I received your pitch and will
make every effort to let you know when the story appears. More
information on my queries can be found on my site:
https://chriselliotts.com/frequently-asked-questions-about-media-queries/

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28) Summary: It's a lost year for travelers. But will 2021 be any better?

Name: Chris Elliott Forbes

Category: General

Email: query-b6g7@helpareporter.net

Media Outlet: Forbes

Deadline: 7:00 PM EST - 26 August

Query:

I'm researching a story about how 2020 is a "lost" year for
travelers. I have two questions for travelers: What did you
lose, in terms of travel? What kind of vacations or trips have
you given up to stay safe? And second, how are you making up for
it next year? Are you going somewhere special -- taking a
bucket-list trip? I'm also very interested in hearing from
travel experts on this topic. Are there any surveys or polls
that have measured the loss? In your estimation, how much has
been lost? How would you categorize the loss? Are there any
surveys that measure the potential rebound in '21? Are travelers
thinking of 2021 as a make-up year for vacations? If so, what
are they doing?

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29) Summary: What Is Build Your Own Travel Insurance, And Should I Do It?

Name: Chris Elliott Forbes

Category: General

Email: query-b6g8@helpareporter.net

Media Outlet: Forbes

Deadline: 7:00 PM EST - 26 August

Query:

I'm working on a story about "build your own" travel insurance
-- adding components of coverage to your insurance that you
need. Have you ever built your own travel insurance policy with
a company like Amex? How did it work? Did you save money? Did
you get the coverage you needed in the end? From travel
insurance experts, I'd love to know: How does build your own
travel insurance work? How is it different from the travel
insurance you would normally find online? What should people
know before they build their own policy? Is it really less
expensive than a regular policy?

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30) Summary: Seeking A Psychologist on Parenting For TV Series

Name: Janice Robinson-Celeste Successful Parenting

Category: General

Email: query-b6ha@helpareporter.net

Media Outlet: Successful Parenting

Deadline: 7:00 PM EST - 24 August

Query:

I'm seeking a psychologist who can comment on a wide variety of
topics for a new broadcast series as a regular guest.

Requirements:

Expertise must be on parenting, family, and children. Please
send a link to your work and a link to your headshot. Please
include if you are a member of the APA.

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31) Summary: Tips for fighting the quarantine blues

Name: Krista Gray fabfitfun

Category: General

Email: query-b6hj@helpareporter.net

Media Outlet: fabfitfun

Deadline: 12:00 PM EST - 26 August

Query:

Hi! Looking for certified mental health professionals to share
tips for fighting the quarantine blues for an upcoming story.

Requirements:

Please share your tips via email, along with your credentials
and a link to your website/LinkedIn profile. No offers for
intros, please!

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32) Summary: What are your favorite gift ideas for your wife?

Name: Angela Stringfellow Edible Arrangements

Category: General

Email: query-b6hl@helpareporter.net

Media Outlet: Edible Arrangements

Deadline: 7:00 PM EST - 29 August

Query:

Looking for answers to the question: What are your favorite gift
ideas for your wife?

Requirements:

To participate, please respond with your full answer. Overly
self-promotional answers will be ignored - please be reasonable.
Use a head shot 200 x 200 pixels, a brief bio (around 50 words -
overly long bios will be truncated to fit the piece), and a link
to your website and your Twitter link (if applicable). Please
don't attach head shots - it doesn't render correctly on HARO -
rather use a link to host the head shot image. Thanks for your
participation. Good pitches will be notified to via email. Good
luck!

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33) Summary: What are the most creative 30th birthday gift ideas?

Name: Angela Stringfellow Edible Arrangements

Category: General

Email: query-b6hm@helpareporter.net

Media Outlet: Edible Arrangements

Deadline: 7:00 PM EST - 29 August

Query:

Looking for answers to the question: What are the most creative
30th birthday gift ideas?

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34) Summary: 2020 Holiday Gift Guide - Accepting Submissions!

Name: Jeni Hawkins That's Just Jeni

Category: General

Email: query-b6ht@helpareporter.net

Media Outlet: That's Just Jeni

Deadline: 9:00 AM CST - 25 August

Query:

The holidays are on their way! We've been waiting for this time
of year, and it's finally here. And after this year - we NEED it!

We're preparing our annual holiday gift guide - Best of 2020
Gift Guide, and are looking for great products to review, and
sponsors for the guide.

That's Just Jeni is a fun, established blog with a loyal and
growing follower base. We post fun ramblings daily, write
thoughtful and in-depth reviews, and create unique recipes to
share with our readers.

Products we like to include in the guide range from tech to
toys, kitchen items to jewelry... new products and unique gift
ideas. We'll feature Gifts with Sass, Gifts with Class, Gifts
with Flavor, Gifts with Imagination, Gifts with Energy and Gifts
with Game, and Gifts with Heart as the sections in the guide.
See last year's holiday gift guide:
https://www.thatsjustjeni.com/best-of-2019-gift-guide/

Requirements:

Must send product to be featured

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35) Summary: WANTED: Holiday Guide Gifts

Name: Melissa Garcia ConsumerQueen.com

Category: General

Email: query-b6hy@helpareporter.net

Media Outlet: ConsumerQueen.com

Deadline: 10:00 PM EST - 1 December

Query:

We're looking for those fabulous unique gifts that everyone
wants. We're featuring the best gift ideas for 2020. We are
looking for the following categories: Gifts for Adults, Holiday
Entertaining, Stocking Stuffers, Gifts for Pets, Gifts for Kids
and more.

Requirements:

No kick starters or apps please.

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36) Summary: How to stop cats from climbing Christmas trees?

Name: Vivian Whitney POPSUGAR

Category: General

Email: query-b6hz@helpareporter.net

Media Outlet: POPSUGAR

Deadline: 7:00 PM EST - 28 August

Query:

I need to talk to a vet about why cats always get into Christmas
trees and how to stop it from happening.

Requirements:

Must be a veterinarian

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37) Summary: Adult Bevearges

Name: JULIE WRIGHT blogger

Category: General

Email: query-b6i6@helpareporter.net

Media Outlet: blogger

Deadline: 7:00 PM EST - 30 August

Query:

Hello, We are looking to feature Adult Beverages on our HGG. We
are looking for wines, liquors and mix drinks. If you have
beverage that you would like feature in our HGG we would love to
collaborate with you.

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38) Summary: Christmas Guide

Name: JULIE WRIGHT blogger

Category: General

Email: query-b6i7@helpareporter.net

Media Outlet: blogger

Deadline: 7:00 PM EST - 24 August

Query:

Hello, My name is Julie from Emmy's Deals. We are looking to
feature items in our Christmas Guide this year. We are looking
for items for adults, decor, treats, adult beverages and more.
If you have a product that you would like to feature we would
love to collaborate with you.

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39) Summary: HGG for Kids

Name: JULIE WRIGHT blogger

Category: General

Email: query-b6i8@helpareporter.net

Media Outlet: blogger

Deadline: 7:00 PM EST - 30 August

Query:

Hello, My name is Julie from Emmy's Deals. We are looking to
collaborate with companies to feature kids products, toys, and
other kids related items in our Christmas for kids. IF you have
a product that you would like to feature. We would love to
collaborate with you.

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40) Summary: Best Books For Learning Day Trading

Name: Zak Parker Fupping

Category: General

Email: query-b6ic@helpareporter.net

Media Outlet: Fupping

Deadline: 3:00 AM EST - 25 August

Query:

We are looking for suggestions of the best books for learning
day trading. Please respond in the following format: Title of
book, Author of book, URL where readers can buy the book
(preferably on Amazon), a description as to why you are
suggesting this book (as you would like it to appear in the
article).