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Biotech and Healthcare
1) How does osteopathic medicine compare to allopathic medicine? What are the differences in training? (U.S. News & World Report)2) Looking to speak to a neuroscientist (Anonymous)
3) Specific examples of effective CTAs (calls to action) (MarketingSherpa)
4) Should men take prenatal vitamins? (INSIDER)
5) Treatment options for Alopecia Areata (WebMD.com )
Business and Finance
6) Brief explainer on Series EE bonds and when to cash them in (Bankrate)7) How long it takes to buy and close on a home (WalletHub)
8) Importance of Savings Accounts (Bankrate)
9) Are CD's Worth It in 2021? (Bankrate)
10) Entrepreneurial Leadership (Femfounder)
Entertainment and Media
11) Looking for doctors to talk about having family over for Christmas (Celebrity Parents Magazine)General
12) How to Wax Play - Safely (Cosmopolitan)13) Looking for people who make homemade ICE CREAM (Sip Bite Go)
14) What role can therapy dogs play as we recover from the distress caused by the COVID-19? (Anonymous)
15) Action Words on Resumes (Anonymous)
16) COVID and sex ed (The Washington Post)
17) ACA v SCOTUS (TSPR blog)
18) Bringing home new puppy post (My Four and More)
19) Bedroom Makeover Tips for a Happier Pregnancy. (Anonymous)
Lifestyle and Fitness
20) Ongoing DIY Expert For Live Show (Sarah Scoop)21) Eye MDs on AMD - lutein and zeaxanthin; best sunglasses (Anonymous)
22) Signs of passive aggressive behavior and how to respond (Anonymous)
23) Bubbly Wine and Champagne for New Years Eve (Famadillo)
24) Virtual Winter-Themed Activities for Kids (Parents)
25) Need Nutrition/Health Experts for Vital Proteins Story! (vital proteins)
26) Spanish Workout/ Dance Videos - for National TV (Anonymous)
27) Oatmeal Bars vs Bowl of Oatmeal (MEL Magazine)
28) What one drink can weaken COVID-19 Symptoms? (Eat This)
29) 7 Healthy Diet Changes That Improve Your Memory (Eat This)
30) The Best Blenders According to Experts (SELF)
31) Best things to do in the pastime? (Good World)
32) Why do women cheat in a relationship (Good World)
Public Policy and Government
33) Biden's plan for older adults (Care)Travel
34) The Best Swimming Pools in Scottsdale + Phoenix, Arizona (Travel Mag)****************************
Biotech and Healthcare
1) Summary: How does osteopathic medicine compare to allopathic medicine? What are the differences in training?Name: Ilana Kowarski U.S. News & World Report
Category: Biotech and HealthcareEmail: query-bo15@helpareporter.net
Media Outlet: U.S. News & World Report
Deadline: 2:00 PM EST - 22 December
Query:
I am looking for experts on the differences between osteopathic
and allopathic medicine, since I am going to explain this
distinction in a section that I will be adding to the following
article about M.D. and D.O. degrees
https://www.usnews.com/education/best-graduate-schools/top-medical-schools/articles/2019-11-07/the-difference-between-do-and-md-degrees
I'm looking for answers to the following questions:
What is an osteopathic physician, and what is an allopathic
physician? How do these types of doctors differ from one another?
How do the educational requirements and philosophy of care at
D.O. medical schools compare to that of M.D. schools? How should
someone decide between pursuing an M.D. or a D.O. degree?
Requirements:
Professors, deans or administrators at either M.D. or D.O.
medical schools who are familiar with both allopathic and
osteopathic medicine
Physicians, including both those with M.D. degrees and those
with D.O. degrees
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Category: Biotech and Healthcare
Email: query-bp16@helpareporter.net
Media Outlet: Anonymous
Deadline: 11:00 PM EST - 18 December
Query:
For a piece that I'm working for a major outlet
I'm looking to speak to a neuroscientist who can comment on the
fact that the rational part of the brain does not reach full
maturity until about the age 25.
Requirements:
URGENT, must be available to speak on the phone before this
Sunday night 12/21
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Name: Daniel Burstein MarketingSherpa
Category: Biotech and HealthcareEmail: query-bozz@helpareporter.net
Media Outlet: MarketingSherpa
Deadline: 1:00 PM EST - 22 December
Query:
Looking for specific examples of effective CTAs (calls to
action):
* Before * After * Results * Advice for other marketers
Please include your name, title, and company so we know how to
quote you in the piece.
Feel free to include your LinkedIn and Twitter handles for when
we share the article on social media
(https://twitter.com/marketingsherpa).
Here is the core piece of content we'll be linking to from the
article:
https://marketingexperiments.com/conversion-marketing/effective-calls-to-action
Here are previous articles to give you an example of what the
final published article will look like:
https://marketingsherpa.com/article/case-study/value-proposition-4-essential-levels-of-value-prop
https://www.marketingsherpa.com/article/case-study/what-2020-has-taught-marketers-8-lessons
https://marketingsherpa.com/article/case-study/marketing-strategy-5-successful-and-1-failed-strategic-approaches
A few things I do to make the experience better for sources:
- I respond to every pitch to let you know I got it
- If you are included in the article, I will send you a link
once it is published
- If you have a question, I will answer it
Requirements:
Specific examples with results
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Name: Jocelyn Solis-Moreira INSIDER
Category: Biotech and HealthcareEmail: query-bp11@helpareporter.net
Media Outlet: INSIDER
Deadline: 7:00 PM EST - 18 December
Query:
I'm looking for a medical expert to comment on an article I'm
writing on men using prenatal vitamins and supplements and how
it may relate to their fertility. With the holidays quickly
approaching, I would prefer someone who can respond quickly via
email or a 10-15 minute phone interview. Thank you!
Requirements:
-Would prefer a physician, nurse practitioner, or physician
assistant.
-Please do not contact me if you're affiliated with a for-profit
company, you're a brand trying to endorse their products, or
practice naturopathy.
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Name: Manjari Bansal WebMD.com
Category: Biotech and HealthcareEmail: query-bp1x@helpareporter.net
Media Outlet: WebMD.com
Deadline: 10:00 AM EST - 18 December
Query:
need your expert advice on following treatment options for
Alopecia Areata:
Intralesional Corticosteroid Injections (How is it given and
efficacy) Topical minoxidil (when is it advised and efficacy)
Anthralin: How is Anthralin used? when is it advised and how
effective it is? Topical corticosteroids: When is it advised and
how effective is it? Oral corticosteroids: When is it advised,
side-effects and duration. Contact/ Topical Immunotherapy :
When is it advised and how effective is it?
Requirements:
Expert comments from Dermatologist or Certified Trichologist at
the US.
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Business and Finance
6) Summary: Brief explainer on Series EE bonds and when to cash them inName: Miranda Marquit Bankrate
Category: Business and FinanceEmail: query-bozn@helpareporter.net
Media Outlet: Bankrate
Deadline: 7:00 PM EST - 21 December
Query:
Looking for information about when to cash in series ee bonds.
Prefer an investment professional or CFP or other financial
advisor.
Please note that I can't guarantee a link. I try, but you might
not get a link.
Requirements:
If you are a financial professional, please answer the following:
* What are Series EE bonds and how do they work? * What maturity
can you expect with these bonds? * When do Series EE bonds make
good investments? * How do you know when to cash them in?
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Name: Andrew DePietro WalletHub
Category: Business and FinanceEmail: query-bp0x@helpareporter.net
Media Outlet: WalletHub
Deadline: 7:00 PM PST - 18 December
Query:
I'm writing an article, how long does it take to buy and close
on a house. Need some answers to the following questions: 1)
What are closing costs and some common closing fees? 2) How long
it takes from submitting a mortgage application to the actual
closing day? 3) How long the closing itself -- reviewing and
signing all of the loan documents -- takes 4) What are the steps
involved in the closing process (e.g. open an escrow account)?
5) What happens on closing day? 6) Who is present during
closing? 7) What do you need to bring to closing? 8) What can
cause closing delays?
Requirements:
Realtor, real estate agent or broker, mortgage banker or lender,
mortgage expert.
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Name: Lena Borrelli Bankrate
Category: Business and FinanceEmail: query-bozd@helpareporter.net
Media Outlet: Bankrate
Deadline: 7:00 PM EST - 3 January
Query:
Savings account rates are declining. Talk about the declining
rate environment.
Best uses for a savings account -- even if rates are low. Talk
about situations when a savings account still makes sense, such
as for emergency funds.
Situations when a savings account doesn't make sense - Talk
about savers looking to maximize returns or save for long-term
goals such as retirement.
When will rates increase again?
Requirements:
Experts can be academics who study the industry or topic at
hand, professionals who work in the industry, or even
journalists with expertise in the field. You must be a
trustworthy authority on the subject based on experience,
education, and/or institutional affiliation.
For more info about my process and to see what else I'm working
on, please visit here:
https://www.lilymariecreative.com/sources.html.
Thank you in advance!
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Name: Lena Borrelli Bankrate
Category: Business and FinanceEmail: query-boze@helpareporter.net
Media Outlet: Bankrate
Deadline: 7:00 PM EST - 3 January
Query:
CD rates are declining. Talk about the declining rate
environment.
What are situations when a CD still makes sense? Talk about
situations when a CD still makes sense, such as locking in a
rate for a short-term savings goal, or preserving your savings
in retirement.
Situations when a CD doesn't make sense. Talk about savers
looking to maximize returns or save for long-term goals such as
retirement.
What are alternatives to CDs in 2021?
Requirements:
Experts can be academics who study the industry or topic at
hand, professionals who work in the industry, or even
journalists with expertise in the field. You must be a
trustworthy authority on the subject based on experience,
education, and/or institutional affiliation.
For more info about my process and to see what else I'm working
on, please visit here:
https://www.lilymariecreative.com/sources.html.
Thank you in advance!
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Category: Business and Finance
Email: query-bp23@helpareporter.net
Media Outlet: Femfounder
Deadline: 7:00 PM EST - 22 December
Query:
I am writing a story on the best leadership tips for
entrepreneurs.
Requirements:
Please send 1 to 3 sentences with your best leadership tip for
entrepreneurs. Be sure to include your name, city, title, and
company.
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Entertainment and Media
11) Summary: Looking for doctors to talk about having family over for ChristmasName: Jennifer Parris Celebrity Parents Magazine
Category: Entertainment and MediaEmail: query-bp1f@helpareporter.net
Media Outlet: Celebrity Parents Magazine
Deadline: 2:00 PM EST - 18 December
Query:
We're doing a story on having family over for Christmas. Should
you have Christmas dinner with your extended family, or should
you just stick to your immediate family members? If you are
going to gather, how can you do so safely..or at least, as safe
as you can?
Please send your answers to jennifer@celebrityparentsmag.com
with the subject line Covid Christmas. Please include your title
and link to your site. Thanks!
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General
12) Summary: How to Wax Play - SafelyName: Isabel Calkins Cosmopolitan
Category: GeneralEmail: query-bp1q@helpareporter.net
Media Outlet: Cosmopolitan
Deadline: 7:00 PM EST - 18 December
Query:
Looking to speak with a femme-identifying BIPOC expert to talk
to me about how to safely partake in wax play for a Cosmo story.
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Name: Jenna Passaro Sip Bite Go
Category: GeneralEmail: query-bnem@helpareporter.net
Media Outlet: Sip Bite Go
Deadline: 10:00 PM EST - 22 December
Query:
Do you do make ice cream for fun? Have advice for people getting
into the hobby. What do you wish you knew? How long have you
been doing it? What is your full time job and does this hobby
have anything to do with it? Why do you like this as a hobby?
Anything else?
Requirements:
Answer as many of the questions above as you'd like in ~1-2
paragraphs. Also include a 1-line bio, name of the
company/website/brand you represent if you want that included,
and a link to include.
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Category: General
Email: query-bnqr@helpareporter.net
Media Outlet: Anonymous
Deadline: 9:00 PM EST - 18 December
Query:
We're teaming up with an industry specific website to write a
crowdsourced article on "When the Coronavirus is gone, what role
can therapy dogs play as we recover from the distress caused by
the virus? Any specific scenario in mind?" Submit your original,
previously unpublished comments regarding "When the Coronavirus
is gone, what role can therapy dogs play as we recover from the
distress caused by the virus? Any specific scenario in mind?"
Requirements:
Submit your original, previously unpublished comments on "When
the Coronavirus is gone, what role can therapy dogs play as we
recover from the distress caused by the virus? Any specific
scenario in mind?" Please include your name, bio (written in
third person, preferably no longer than 50 words), title and
company (if applicable), and optionally send a link (not an
attachment) to a picture of you to go with your comments. Please
note that submissions with spelling and grammar issues may be
adjusted as needed. If you and/or your company has Twitter,
Facebook and Linkedin include your handle so we can tag you.
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Category: General
Email: query-bp0r@helpareporter.net
Media Outlet: Anonymous
Deadline: 9:00 AM EST - 20 December
Query:
Writing an article about action words and dynamic wording on
resumes.
Article will focus on why wording on a resume matters, explain
how and why to customize the wording, and provide expert insight
and helpful tools and tips on how to include better resume
action words and improve resume wording.
Requirements:
Looking for individuals with expertise on the hiring process.
Resume writers, hiring managers, or higher-ups responsible in
the hiring process who review resumes and may have insight.
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Name: Suzannah Weiss The Washington Post
Category: GeneralEmail: query-bp14@helpareporter.net
Media Outlet: The Washington Post
Deadline: 11:00 PM EST - 18 December
Query:
Have you or your kids taken online sex ed classes during COVID?
Are you a sex educator who has taught sex ed online
(particularly to kids/teens) during COVID? Looking to talk to
people who have had these experiences!
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Name: Suzannah Weiss TSPR blog
Category: GeneralEmail: query-bp1c@helpareporter.net
Media Outlet: TSPR blog
Deadline: 11:00 PM EST - 18 December
Query:
Looking for experts to discuss how to fight to protect the ACA
and how freelancers can survive if the ACA is struck down
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Name: Amy Smith My Four and More
Category: GeneralEmail: query-bp1n@helpareporter.net
Media Outlet: My Four and More
Deadline: 7:00 PM EST - 19 December
Query:
My husband and I are welcoming a new Bernedoodle puppy in our
home next week. We have done a lot of research in ways to help
our kids cope with the loss of our foster baby (who we had from
3 weeks old to 15 months old). We had already been thinking of a
family dog but knowing the therapy pets can bring, it makes a
perfect timing for us! I will be doing some posts about bringing
our puppy home and would love to hear from companies who sell
puppy products that you feel we (along with my readers) need to
know all about!
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Category: General
Email: query-bp1u@helpareporter.net
Media Outlet: Anonymous
Deadline: 11:00 PM EST - 19 December
Query:
I am writing a blog on Bedroom Makeover Tips for a Happier
Pregnancy. This will be published on a blog with more than 70
DA. Please share some practical tips for our readers. The
selected pitch will have only practical ideas, please do not
pitch me products.
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Lifestyle and Fitness
20) Summary: Ongoing DIY Expert For Live ShowName: Sarah R Sarah Scoop
Category: Lifestyle and FitnessEmail: query-bozg@helpareporter.net
Media Outlet: Sarah Scoop
Deadline: 7:00 PM EST - 21 December
Query:
We are looking for a DIY expert to be a reoccurring guest on the
LIVE Sarah Scoop Show.
Requirements:
Must be comfortable showing DIY projects on camera and walking
through steps with the host.
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Category: Lifestyle and Fitness
Email: query-bozi@helpareporter.net
Media Outlet: Anonymous
Deadline: 7:00 PM EST - 22 December
Query:
Seeking ophthalmologists to comment on how/why foods rich in
lutein and zeaxanthin protect against AMD, and give
recommendations on best food sources as well as number of
servings to aim for daily or weekly. Also looking for
information on the best sunglass colors or tints to protect
against AMD. Responses requested via email ; possible follow-up
phone interview. Ty!
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Category: Lifestyle and Fitness
Email: query-bp15@helpareporter.net
Media Outlet: Anonymous
Deadline: 11:00 PM EST - 18 December
Query:
For an article on MyDomaine, looking for credentialed experts to
offer email commentary on passive aggressive behavior: What is
passive aggressive behavior, and what are the negative impacts
it can have in a relationship? How does passive aggressive
behavior develop? What are some common signs of passive
aggressive behavior, and a few surprising signs of passive
aggressive behavior? What is the best way to confront your
partner about their passive aggressive behavior? Is there an
approach that isn't recommended, and why?
Requirements:
Credentialed experts; direct, emailed responses; link to website
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Name: Maria Spanadoris Famadillo
Category: Lifestyle and FitnessEmail: query-bp17@helpareporter.net
Media Outlet: Famadillo
Deadline: 7:00 PM EST - 22 December
Query:
Alcoholic, non-alcoholic. If it bubbles it should go in our
top-10.
It's New Years Eve and I know I'm not allowed out so we might as
well pop the cork from indoors!
Here's a recent top-10 wine story we just did:
https://famadillo.com/top-wine-packages-you-can-order-right-now-2020/
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Name: Maressa Brown Parents
Category: Lifestyle and FitnessEmail: query-bp1d@helpareporter.net
Media Outlet: Parents
Deadline: 4:00 PM EST - 18 December
Query:
Looking for winter-themed virtual games, crafts, activities,
etc. that will help kids stay entertained, engaged, and even
learning while staying safer at home this season.
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Name: Sarah Kester vital proteins
Category: Lifestyle and FitnessEmail: query-bp1m@helpareporter.net
Media Outlet: vital proteins
Deadline: 5:00 PM EST - 18 December
Query:
Working on an article for Vital Proteins about "What Does
'Lactose-Free' Mean?" and looking for nutrition experts to
contribute
Requirements:
expert on subject
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Category: Lifestyle and Fitness
Email: query-bp1r@helpareporter.net
Media Outlet: Anonymous
Deadline: 2:00 PM EST - 22 December
Query:
I need a brand with Spanish-language Workout/ Dance videos for a
National Network TV shopping segment. Our audience is mainly
women.
Requirements:
Must be able to offer a special discount. Please email for
details. Thank you.
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Name: Quinn Myers MEL Magazine
Category: Lifestyle and FitnessEmail: query-bowg@helpareporter.net
Media Outlet: MEL Magazine
Deadline: 7:00 AM EST - 21 December
Query:
Why and when did oatmeal bars become the focus of
performance-enhancements? There are so many kinds of oatmeal
bars with protein, nutrients, etc -- at a certain point, isn't
it just better to eat a bowl of oatmeal?
Requirements:
nutritionist, expert in sports medicine, athletic nutrition,
dietitian
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Name: Erich Barganier Eat This
Category: Lifestyle and FitnessEmail: query-bp0n@helpareporter.net
Media Outlet: Eat This
Deadline: 7:00 PM EST - 21 December
Query:
What specific drink would be good to help weaken COVID-19
symptoms if you have it? In addition to your choice, please
comment as to why the drink would weaken symptoms, and link to
any research/studies that back up this claim.
Requirements:
All sources must be medical doctors. Sources without the proper
accreditation cannot be cited.
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Name: Erin Yarnall Eat This
Category: Lifestyle and FitnessEmail: query-bp1b@helpareporter.net
Media Outlet: Eat This
Deadline: 7:00 PM EST - 21 December
Query:
I'm working on a story about diet changes to help improve
memory. These can be food choices, trying a new drink, creating
new habits, etc. any changes that can be made diet-wise to help
improve memory.
Requirements:
I'm looking for doctors, nutritionists or memory experts to
share their expertise.
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Name: Laura Denby SELF
Category: Lifestyle and FitnessEmail: query-bp1i@helpareporter.net
Media Outlet: SELF
Deadline: 7:00 PM EST - 18 December
Query:
Hello! I'm looking for a variety of food, beverage and lifestyle
experts to tell me about their favorite blenders. Please include
a bit about yourself, what makes you an expert and why you
recommend this specific blender and any features that you
specifically like about it.
Requirements:
Must be a food expert/chef
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Name: Warner Scott Good World
Category: Lifestyle and FitnessEmail: query-bp20@helpareporter.net
Media Outlet: Good World
Deadline: 7:00 PM EST - 18 December
Query:
Looking for people to share what they like to do in free time,
tips to make you pass time, more productive.
Requirements:
Lifestyle writers
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Name: Warner Scott Good World
Category: Lifestyle and FitnessEmail: query-bp21@helpareporter.net
Media Outlet: Good World
Deadline: 7:00 PM EST - 18 December
Query:
Fact or myth: why do women cheat in a relationship. Calling the
relationship coaches.
Requirements:
Relationship coaches.
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Public Policy and Government
33) Summary: Biden's plan for older adultsName: Maressa Brown Care
Category: Public Policy and GovernmentEmail: query-bp1e@helpareporter.net
Media Outlet: Care
Deadline: 2:00 PM EST - 22 December
Query:
Looking for senior experts to weigh in on president-elect
Biden's proposals for older Americans. Would appreciate insights
on the cases for/the potential downstream effects of any of the
proposals included in the Biden Plan for Older Americans.
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Travel
34) Summary: The Best Swimming Pools in Scottsdale + Phoenix, ArizonaName: Molly O'Brien Travel Mag
Category: TravelEmail: query-bozb@helpareporter.net
Media Outlet: Travel Mag
Deadline: 7:00 PM EST - 23 December
Query:
I'm searching for the most impressive swimming pools in Phoenix
and Scottsdale, Arizona for a roundup story I'm writing for
Travelmag.
It can be at a hotel, a resort, basically anywhere that's
accessible for people to visit (so, not you or your neighbor's
backyard...)
Explain why it's impressive, and what makes it special...
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