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Biotech and Healthcare

1) Summary: How healthcare administrators affect patient experiences

Category: Biotech and Healthcare

Email: query-bp6l@helpareporter.net

Media Outlet: Anonymous

Deadline: 7:00 PM EST - 21 December

Query:

Interested in speaking with one or two healthcare administrators
to discuss how their actions affect the patient experience. This
is an informational article for people considering pursuing the
occupation.

Requirements:

1. Must be available for email interview. 2. Short commitment
need from sources - just a few questions.

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2) Summary: Is Tylenol With Codeine Addictive?

Name: Manjari Bansal WebMD.com

Category: Biotech and Healthcare

Email: query-bp6u@helpareporter.net

Media Outlet: WebMD.com

Deadline: 10:00 AM EST - 21 December

Query:

Is Tylenol With Codeine Addictive and why? Which group of people
generally abuse it? What are the signs and symptoms? What are
the withdrawal symptoms? What happens with overdose?

Requirements:

Comments from Psychiatrist, Psychologist, Pharmacist,
counsellors or therapists in the US.

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3) Summary: Foods that can help weaken COVID-19 symptoms, if you have it

Name: kaley roberts Eat This

Category: Biotech and Healthcare

Email: query-bp78@helpareporter.net

Media Outlet: Eat This

Deadline: 12:00 PM EST - 22 December

Query:

Looking for a doctor to speak to which food or food(s) can help
make COVID-19 symptoms milder! Thinking maybe something with
high vitamin C? Let me know!

Requirements:

This will be a 300-500 word feature, so looking for a doctor to
give a thorough analysis of which food(s) can help and why.
Would also be great to mention which foods to avoid.

Thank you!

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4) Summary: Adderall Abuse - College Students

Name: Marta Manning WebMD.com

Category: Biotech and Healthcare

Email: query-bp7j@helpareporter.net

Media Outlet: WebMD.com

Deadline: 7:00 PM EST - 21 December

Query:

Why do college students abuse Adderall? What motivates them to
use this drug? How do college students obtain Adderall and is it
easy to get? What should you do if you are a a college student
and have a problem with Adderall abuse?

Requirements:

Addiction specialist, psychologist

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5) Summary: Looking to interview an allergist about COVID-19 vaccine

Name: Kayla Hui Verywell Health

Category: Biotech and Healthcare

Email: query-bp7t@helpareporter.net

Media Outlet: Verywell Health

Deadline: 5:00 PM EST - 21 December

Query:

I am looking to interview an allergist about COVID-19 vaccine
ingredients and the types of allergies that might arise. The
interview can be conducted over phone, Zoom, or can email
questions to answer over email.

Requirements:

1) Be an allergist or doctor based in the U.S. 2) Can talk about
the COVID-19 vaccine ingredients and allergies that might arise
from the ingredients 3) Can provide a response by Monday,
December 20, 2020 by 8 or 9 pm ET

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6) Summary: Marijuana Use Linked to Mental Health Crisis

Category: Biotech and Healthcare

Email: query-bomd@helpareporter.net

Media Outlet: Anonymous

Deadline: 7:00 PM EST - 22 December

Query:

With constant messaging about the mental health crisis facing
Americans, lockdowns and the general unrest in our nation, many
ignore the possible connection between all-time-high rates of
marijuana use and skyrocketing mental health issues. Seeking
insights from medical professionals linking the mental health
crisis and marijuana use in the United States of America

Requirements:

Doctors - psychiatrists/pyschologists Substance abuse pros
Mental health pros

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7) Summary: Multiple Sclerosis Bladder Issues: How Multiple Sclerosis Affects Your Bladder

Name: Britny Kutuchief Sofia & Grace

Category: Biotech and Healthcare

Email: query-booz@helpareporter.net

Media Outlet: Sofia & Grace

Deadline: 7:00 PM EST - 21 December

Query:

I'm looking for expert insight into bladder issues caused by
multiple sclerosis for a website that sells incontinence
products for women (not yet live). The article will live in the
site's resource library. Questions:

1. How does multiple sclerosis affect the bladder?

2. Why, specifically, does the condition have an effect on the
bladder? As in, what is it about multiple sclerosis that also
impacts the bladder?

3. What can people with multiple sclerosis do to address their
bladder issues?

4. How can you tell if the issues are related to multiple
sclerosis or another condition?

5. Any other tips, tricks or info regarding MS and bladder
function.

Requirements:

Physician, pelvic floor therapist, neuropsychologist,
neurologist or advanced nurse with experience in the field.

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8) Summary: Veterans and Medical Cannabis

Category: Biotech and Healthcare

Email: query-bors@helpareporter.net

Media Outlet: Anonymous

Deadline: 7:00 PM EST - 22 December

Query:

Developing features on medical cannabis use within the veterans
community for national metro daily.

Seeking nonprofits, advocacy, industry, trade industry,
government groups; university and private scientific and
clinical research studies; veterans initiatives, veteran patient
stories, doctors, nurses, and other stakeholders to comment.

Requirements:

Sources must have active veteran focused programs and
initiatives in play, be able to document and cite progress,
outcomes and success stories. Must discuss unique challenges
with current schedule 1 status and any planning for future
federal rescheduling of cannabis.

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9) Summary: Surgical technologists on you favorite parts of the job

Name: Brianna Flavin Rasmussen College

Category: Biotech and Healthcare

Email: query-bp1l@helpareporter.net

Media Outlet: Rasmussen College

Deadline: 12:00 AM EST - 22 December

Query:

Looking to hear from surgical technologists on what they like
most about their work. This article is aimed at students in
health science who are considering different career options.

Please respond to the following questions: 1. What are two
aspects of this career you enjoy the most (large or small)?

2. Why did you initially decide to become a surgical
technologist?

3. What is one thing you see on the horizon for this field in
the next twenty years?

Please respond with your thoughts! Please also include your
name, pronouns, job title and company so I can cite you
correctly. If I use your information, I'll hyperlink your
company and send you a link to the published article when it
goes live!

Thank you so much! -Brianna

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10) Summary: This Is How to Tell if Your Back Pain Is COVID

Name: Kali Coleman Best Life Online

Category: Biotech and Healthcare

Email: query-bp4x@helpareporter.net

Media Outlet: Best Life Online

Deadline: 4:00 PM EST - 21 December

Query:

We're looking for experts on a last-minute back pain COVID
symptom story, as it's a big topic of conversation lately with
Ellen DeGeneres listing it as one of her symptoms. I've listed
some possible questions that can be answered below but we're
looking to run a story about "This Is How to Tell if Your Back
Pain Is COVID," so anything under that realm is helpful.

Questions: Is back pain a common COVID symptom? How common is
it? Is it a symptom people are likely to have as soon as they
get the virus, in the middle of their illness, long-term or a
combination of these? Is it likely to be the only symptom
someone may have? If not, what other symptoms can people expect
alongside it? Is there anyway to tell if the back pain you're
having is specifically COVID? Is COVID back pain located to a
specific side? Or does it feel a certain way? Burning, aching,
stinging, etc.? When should you talk to your doctor about
potentially having COVID if you experience back pain? What could
your back pain be if not COVID? What else can you say about
COVID + back pain?

Requirements:

Looking for medical experts ONLY!

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11) Summary: This Popular Winter Accessory May Protect You From COVID

Name: Kali Coleman Best Life Online

Category: Biotech and Healthcare

Email: query-bp4y@helpareporter.net

Media Outlet: Best Life Online

Deadline: 5:00 PM EST - 21 December

Query:

With winter rolling in, we're looking to talk about how certain
winter gear can help protect you from COVID. In particular: snow
goggles. Can these protect you from COVID? Why? How do they
protect you? Can COVID enter through your eyes? How and how
likely is that? Do certain snow goggles work best? Do they need
to be tight fitting? Should you still wear other safety
materials, like face masks with snow goggles? Are snow goggles
safe to wear for every day wear? What else can you saw about
snow goggles and COVID protection?

Requirements:

Looking for medical experts, eye experts, and/or infectious
disease experts!

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12) Summary: Looking to speak with doctor about meditations as a form of headache treatment

Name: Kayla Hui Well + Good

Category: Biotech and Healthcare

Email: query-bp7v@helpareporter.net

Media Outlet: Well + Good

Deadline: 5:00 PM EST - 21 December

Query:

Looking to speak with doctors about meditations as a form of
headache treatment. Monday, end of day turnaround time.
Interviewee can respond to interview questions over a 10-minute
phone call or over email.

Requirements:

1) Have knowledge about headaches 2) Can provide a quick
response on Monday, December 21 by the end of day

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Business and Finance

13) Summary: Business Owners on Requiring COVID Vaccine for Employees

Name: Morgan Taylor Business Insider

Category: Business and Finance

Email: query-bmqp@helpareporter.net

Media Outlet: Business Insider

Deadline: 7:00 PM EST - 22 December

Query:

With the COVID-19 vaccine reaching the last stages of testing we
want to reach out to business owners and CEOs for an upcoming
article.

Do you plan to either strongly encourage or require your
employees to get vaccinated for COVID-19? Please share as much
detail about your policy plans as possible and why (or why not)
you plan to have your staff vaccinated.

Requirements:

Must be a C-suite executive or business owner of a 20+ employee
company. Companies with non-remote teams are preferred.

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14) Summary: What is social proof marketing? + Using it to get more sales

Name: Maeva Cifuentes Hotjar

Category: Business and Finance

Email: query-boxt@helpareporter.net

Media Outlet: Hotjar

Deadline: 7:00 PM GMT - 22 December

Query:

Many online businesses know the importance of getting feedback
and testimonials, but fail to see the importance of using these
testimonials to market their business. Without proper social
proof, your potential customers can't trust you or your products
fully.

Send me quotes, examples or experiences about how you've used
social proof marketing before. How did you implement it? What
results did you get?

Requirements:

Must have concrete examples of social proof marketing and you
must have done it successfully.

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15) Summary: Promote Your Business, Book, Products & Services

Name: Sharifah Hardie The Round Table Talk Show Now on Spotify & Apple Podcast

Category: Business and Finance

Email: query-bp58@helpareporter.net

Media Outlet: The Round Table Talk Show Now on Spotify & Apple Podcast

Deadline: 1:00 AM PST - 31 December

Query:

The Round Table Talk Show has expanded our reach. We are now on
Apple Podcast, Spotify and the major podcast platforms. If you
are a business owner, author, entrepreneur or expert we want you
to join us in this organic, round-table discussion with 5 other
guests in this one hour business conversation.

Requirements:

Must be available at 8 AM PT for a one hour Zoom round-table
discussion.

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16) Summary: Social Media Holiday Calendar

Name: Maham Chappal Hey Orca

Category: Business and Finance

Email: query-bp6v@helpareporter.net

Media Outlet: Hey Orca

Deadline: 7:00 PM EST - 22 December

Query:

Tips for creating a social media holiday calendar. Hashtags that
worked for you, etc.

Requirements:

Social media marketers, small businesses with presence on social
media

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17) Summary: Online security expert on Pay with PayPal Rewards

Name: Ben Luthi The Balance

Category: Business and Finance

Email: query-bp7e@helpareporter.net

Media Outlet: The Balance

Deadline: 9:00 PM EST - 22 December

Query:

I'm looking for an online security expert who is familiar with
PayPal's Pay with Rewards option for certain credit cards to
answer the following questions:

1. How does this program work for credit card holders? 2. Are
there potential safety concerns connecting your credit card
accounts to PayPal for this purpose? 3. Can someone access your
PayPal account and use your rewards?

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18) Summary: How to Hire Employees During the COVID-19 Pandemic [DA46 Website]]

Name: Datis Mohsenipour Outback Team Building & Training (blog)

Category: Business and Finance

Email: query-boi9@helpareporter.net

Media Outlet: Outback Team Building & Training (blog)

Deadline: 7:00 PM EST - 21 December

Query:

We're writing an article focused on how to hire new employees
during the COVID-19 pandemic. Specifically, what has changed?
What has stayed the same? How have you handled the interview
process? The onboarding process? Getting new team members
engrained with the team? What new processes have you had to
adopt? New policies? What have been the challenges you've
experienced? How did you overcome them?

Requirements:

Senior leadership and HR professionals only. Please include your
headshot (via a link), name, the company you work for, and your
title. // Only looking for submissions from companies that have
hired during the COVID-19 pandemic // Please also provide the
website you'd like us to link to, as we will provide a follow
link to contributors who are included in the article. Finally,
please indicate if you will be linking to this article on your
company's press section, blog, and/or any relevant section of
your website if you are featured.

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19) Summary: Companies hiring immediately for remote positions

Category: Business and Finance

Email: query-bp0y@helpareporter.net

Media Outlet: Anonymous

Deadline: 10:00 AM EST - 21 December

Query:

Are you hiring or starting the process to hire remote workers?
What industry are you in? What positions are you hiring for?
What salary and benefits are you offering?

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20) Summary: new work routines of c-suite executives

Name: Tony Case Digiday

Category: Business and Finance

Email: query-bp12@helpareporter.net

Media Outlet: Digiday

Deadline: 12:00 PM EST - 22 December

Query:

The pandemic and the virtual office have meant a radical change
in the daily routines of many of us. Juggling a remote work life
and distractions like a spouse also working from home, plus the
kids, pets, household issues, etc., hasn't been easy. In what
ways have you had to restructure your day/life to ensure maximum
productivity? When do you typically start/end your workday, vs
pre-pandemic? What routine of yours has been put on the back
burner because of the pandemic but you look forward to resuming
after all this is behind us? What lessons have you learned about
work life (and yourself, and your employees) this year that you
will take with you once we return to the physical office?

Requirements:

C-suite/senior executives only, working at well-known
companies/brands. Industry/vertical is not important. Answers
should be constructive, forward-looking -- think solid
anecdotes/stories, detail on new procedures or routines you'll
either ditch or perpetuate post-pandemic, the shifting routines
of your employees and how that will inform your business moving
forward.

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21) Summary: Work psychologists and productivity experts wanted

Category: Business and Finance

Email: query-bp18@helpareporter.net

Media Outlet: Anonymous

Deadline: 7:00 PM EST - 21 December

Query:

Work psychologists and productivity experts wanted to comment on
an article. Please let me know if you are free to contribute a
quote.

Requirements:

Work psychologists and productivity experts wanted to comment on
an article. Please let me know if you are free to contribute a
quote.

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22) Summary: How did you choose your domain name?

Category: Business and Finance

Email: query-bp26@helpareporter.net

Media Outlet: Anonymous

Deadline: 7:00 PM EST - 22 December

Query:

Looking for stories from business owners and brand managers
about how you chose your domain name in a creative, unusual, or
effective way.

Requirements:

Please share your name, company, and URL for credit (if used).

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23) Summary: Looking to Interview Tech Startup Founders

Category: Business and Finance

Email: query-bp4n@helpareporter.net

Media Outlet: Anonymous

Deadline: 7:00 PM EST - 21 December

Query:

Tech founders and co-founders to participate please submit an
answer to the following question.

What was the biggest problem you encountered building your
product? and how did you overcome it?

This is going to be a roundup post. We have room for 25 feature
slots.

Requirements:

Only entrepreneurs in tech. Answers from founders & co-founders.
Length 80 -150-word answer - Include a profile picture, your
name, company name, and website.

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24) Summary: Are we heading toward hyperinflation?

Name: Jim Probasco Investopedia.com

Category: Business and Finance

Email: query-bp5g@helpareporter.net

Media Outlet: Investopedia.com

Deadline: 7:00 PM EST - 21 December

Query:

Persistant rumors of hyperinflation appear on the internet. I'd
like to hear from experts on the liklihood these rumors are
real. Need opinons backed up by your reasoning.

Requirements:

Prefer economists including those with ties to academia or
others with economic expertise.

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25) Summary: Easy financial ways to prepare for retirement

Name: Rachel Hartman U.S. News & World Report

Category: Business and Finance

Email: query-bp61@helpareporter.net

Media Outlet: U.S. News & World Report

Deadline: 8:00 PM EST - 23 December

Query:

For a piece that looks at simple steps to take to get ready for
retirement, I'm looking for financial tips and advice that are
easy to carry out. I'm also interested in any additional input
on ways to get on track financially for the coming years and
retirement. Thanks!

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26) Summary: Mistakes hiring managers make when reviewing resumes

Category: Business and Finance

Email: query-bp69@helpareporter.net

Media Outlet: Anonymous

Deadline: 5:00 PM EST - 23 December

Query:

What are some mistakes that hiring managers make when reviewing
resumes? What should they be looking for instead?

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27) Summary: Process of career mapping positions for startups and small businesses

Category: Business and Finance

Email: query-bp6a@helpareporter.net

Media Outlet: Anonymous

Deadline: 4:00 PM EST - 24 December

Query:

Writing a piece on how companies can effectively create a career
path for their positions when they're still figuring out what
the next step of that career path looks like.

What process do you follow or recommend? What does that look
like? Who is involved in creating a career map for a position?

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28) Summary: How Mexico's Impending Legalization Impacts North American Cannabis?

Name: Andrew Ward StratCann

Category: Business and Finance

Email: query-bp7h@helpareporter.net

Media Outlet: StratCann

Deadline: 8:00 AM EST - 29 December

Query:

How Will Mexico's impending cannabis legalization impact the
nation and the North American market?

Please provide written analysis to any of the following?:

1. How will legalization impact Mexico's market? 2. How will
legalization impact cartel crime in Mexico? 3. How will
legalization impact the citizens of Mexico? 4. How will
Mexico's legalization impact the North American market? What
will happen to the U.S. and Canadian laws and markets? 5. What
could Mexico learn from Uruguay and Canada's laws and markets?

Requirements:

North American experts on cannabis regulations and the market

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29) Summary: Israel Is Using Cannabis as a Blueprint to Legalization. Are Other Nations Following?

Name: Andrew Ward StratCann

Category: Business and Finance

Email: query-bp7i@helpareporter.net

Media Outlet: StratCann

Deadline: 9:00 AM EST - 29 December

Query:

Reports say that Israel is looking towards Canada for its
cannabis legalization roadmap. This article aims to explore the
Canadian model and why other nations may be inclined to use it
for their own regulations:

Please provide written analysis to any of the following:

1. What is it about the Canadian model that works? 2. Are there
any pain points nations need to be aware of or revise? 3. When
will Israel legalize? Will it happen within 9 months as stated?

Requirements:

Canadian and Israeli-based OPs, market specialist and
regulations experts. Sources from other nations using the
Canadian model as inspiration are also encouraged to respond.

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30) Summary: When Are Subscription Boxes Worth It?

Name: Nicole Spector Yahoo Finance

Category: Business and Finance

Email: query-bp82@helpareporter.net

Media Outlet: Yahoo Finance

Deadline: 2:00 PM EST - 21 December

Query:

Hello,

For GOBankingRates, syndicated with Yahoo! Finance, I am looking
to hear from an objective finance or retail expert about when
subscription boxes are worth it and which ones are the best in
2021. I CANNOT consider quotes from brand reps hawking their
subscription boxes or services. Thanks and I look forward to
hearing from financial and retail experts! I will do my best to
respond in a timely way but since I am on 3 deadlines it would
be very helpful if you could provide your quote/paragraph along
with your full name, title, pronouns and a hyperlink to your
site. Thanks!

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Education

31) Summary: Specific examples of effective CTAs (calls to action)

Name: Daniel Burstein MarketingSherpa

Category: Education

Email: query-bp3t@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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Energy and Green Tech

32) Summary: Training for handling new marine fuels

Name: Alan Earls Professional Mariner

Category: Energy and Green Tech

Email: query-bp7x@helpareporter.net

Media Outlet: Professional Mariner

Deadline: 7:00 PM EST - 30 December

Query:

I am working on an assigned article for Professional Mariner
magazine, due by Jan 1, focusing on the training challenges
associated with new and newer marine fuels. the rise of LNG and
other alternative maritime fuels and the need for seafarer
training to handle them. I am looking for views on issues such
as what needs to be done regarding training for fuel transfers,
protection, firefighting, etc. Presumably LNG is the primary
concern, but are there training needs emerging regarding other
fuels as well. I am happy to work via phone or email!

Requirements:

Seeking Maritime pros, training pros, fuel safety experts, etc.

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Entertainment and Media

33) Summary: Is audio the future of social media?

Name: Allison Matyus Lifewire

Category: Entertainment and Media

Email: query-bp51@helpareporter.net

Media Outlet: Lifewire

Deadline: 1:00 PM EST - 21 December

Query:

This week, Twitter announced a new experimental feature called
Spaces, which it will be testing in the coming months. The
feature aims to create audio-only chatrooms for a "dinner party"
feel. How will audio features like this shape social media? Will
more social media platforms head in the direction of audio?

Requirements:

Social media specialist or expert

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34) Summary: Graphic designers on the perks graphic design program

Name: Brianna Flavin Rasmussen College

Category: Entertainment and Media

Email: query-bp1k@helpareporter.net

Media Outlet: Rasmussen College

Deadline: 11:00 PM EST - 21 December

Query:

Looking to hear from graphic designers who've graduated from a
graphic design program on the benefits they think a good program
can give to graphic designers. This article is aimed at
prospective students who are wondering what kind of advantages a
graphic design program might offer.

Please respond to the following questions:

1. What are the two biggest benefits you think graphic designers
can gain from a graphic design program? 2. Many of our readers
are self-taught designers--in your opinion, is there any real
reason for someone to consider formal graphic design education
if they've already started working in graphic design? Why or why
not?

3. Did you experience a good return on your investment in a
graphic design program? Why or why not?

Please respond with your thoughts! Please also include your
name, pronouns, job title and company so I can cite you
correctly. If I use your information, I'll hyperlink your
company and send you a link to the published article when it
goes live!

Thank you so much! -Brianna

Requirements:

Graphic designers please!

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35) Summary: When are actors ready to work with agents?

Category: Entertainment and Media

Email: query-bp4g@helpareporter.net

Media Outlet: Anonymous

Deadline: 7:00 PM EST - 25 December

Query:

Putting together a piece that gives actors the advice as to when
they should reach out to agents for representation. I'm open to
both talent agents and PR agents.

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36) Summary: Collecting ideas for an article about 10 Must Reads for Winter

Name: Margarita Price Website

Category: Entertainment and Media

Email: query-bp4i@helpareporter.net

Media Outlet: Website

Deadline: 7:00 PM EST - 22 December

Query:

Hi everyone,

for a new article my team and I are looking for book
recommendations (fiction + non-fiction) that have one of the
following themes: - Trees - Sustainable Living - Green Living

Requirements:

Book recommendations (fiction + non-fiction) that have one of
the following themes:

- Trees - Sustainable Living - Green Living

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General

37) Summary: Woman professional who was afraid of leaving a job due to decision regret

Name: Constanza Gallardo WorkLife

Category: General

Email: query-botz@helpareporter.net

Media Outlet: WorkLife

Deadline: 7:00 PM EST - 22 December

Query:

Hello,

I'm curious if you were afraid of leaving a job/company because
you thought you would regret it. And because of this, you kept
escalating your commitment to this job -- even though it was not
the right job for you. Did you stay years at a place you didn't
feel it was right?

What type of bargaining did you do with yourself to stay at this
place? How long did it take you to make your decision to leave?

Thank you!

Requirements:

BIPOC woman

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38) Summary: How to practice self-care while job hunting

Category: General

Email: query-bp7y@helpareporter.net

Media Outlet: Anonymous

Deadline: 11:00 PM EST - 21 December

Query:

Mental health experts or career coaches on how to practice
self-care, set goals, and maintain sanity while looking for jobs.

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39) Summary: Looking for people who BBQ for fun

Name: Jenna Passaro Sip Bite Go

Category: General

Email: query-bneo@helpareporter.net

Media Outlet: Sip Bite Go

Deadline: 10:00 PM EST - 23 December

Query:

Do you BBQ for a hobby? BBQ pitmaster peeps as well as people
who just do it in their backyard 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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40) Summary: Top Reasons to Get a Hybrid Car in 2021

Name: Amanda Thomas HP Coatings

Category: General

Email: query-bnwo@helpareporter.net

Media Outlet: HP Coatings

Deadline: 7:00 PM EST - 21 December

Query:

Would get a hybrid car in 2021? If so, what are your top reasons?

Requirements:

We're basically writing a 1000-page piece on the aforementioned
subject. We'll appreciate any type of response and/or opinions
from industry experts, as long as it passes Copyscape. Lastly,
it would be nice if you could provide us with a short bio so we
can properly credit your contribution.

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41) Summary: Best Advanced Driving Assistance Systems

Name: Amanda Thomas HP Coatings

Category: General

Email: query-bnwp@helpareporter.net

Media Outlet: HP Coatings

Deadline: 7:00 PM EST - 21 December

Query:

What do you think are the most innovative advanced driving
assistance systems today? What are their advantages?

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42) Summary: Trends That May Affect Traditional Auto Insurance in 2021

Name: Daisy Jensen Be Safe

Category: General

Email: query-bnwu@helpareporter.net

Media Outlet: Be Safe

Deadline: 7:00 PM EST - 21 December

Query:

What trends will greatly impact the traditional auto insurance
industry?

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43) Summary: What the Future Holds for the Auto Insurance Industry

Name: Daisy Jensen Be Safe

Category: General

Email: query-bnwv@helpareporter.net

Media Outlet: Be Safe

Deadline: 7:00 PM EST - 21 December

Query:

In your opinion, what are the upcoming trends in the auto
insurance industry in 2021?

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44) Summary: Preventing Phishing Attacks

Name: Leona Rankin PA Guard

Category: General

Email: query-bnwz@helpareporter.net

Media Outlet: PA Guard

Deadline: 7:00 PM EST - 21 December

Query:

What are the most common kinds of phishing attacks and how to
avoid them?

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45) Summary: Protecting Small Businesses from Cyberattacks

Name: Leona Rankin PA Guard

Category: General

Email: query-bnx0@helpareporter.net

Media Outlet: PA Guard

Deadline: 7:00 PM EST - 21 December

Query:

How can small businesses protect themselves from cyber breach?
Any practical tips?

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46) Summary: Why Your Organization Needs a Digital Marketing Agency

Name: Millard Davis KRDO TV

Category: General

Email: query-bnx1@helpareporter.net

Media Outlet: KRDO TV

Deadline: 7:00 PM EST - 21 December

Query:

What are the benefits of acquiring the services of digital
marketing agencies for companies?

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47) Summary: Top Reasons Why Your Business Should Automate Social Media Marketing

Name: Millard Davis KRDO TV

Category: General

Email: query-bnx2@helpareporter.net

Media Outlet: KRDO TV

Deadline: 7:00 PM EST - 21 December

Query:

Why should businesses automate their social media marketing
campaign?

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48) Summary: Business Strategies for SMEs to Recover in 2021

Name: Millard Davis KRDO TV

Category: General

Email: query-bnx3@helpareporter.net

Media Outlet: KRDO TV

Deadline: 7:00 PM EST - 21 December

Query:

What are effective, timely business strategies that can help
small- and medium-sized entrepreneurs recover?

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49) Summary: Tips on Selling Your House Quickly

Name: Millard Davis KRDO TV

Category: General

Email: query-bnx4@helpareporter.net

Media Outlet: KRDO TV

Deadline: 7:00 PM EST - 21 December

Query:

Is it possible to sell your house in 24 hours? How?

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50) Summary: The Advantages of Drones for Real Estate Agents

Name: Millard Davis KRDO TV

Category: General

Email: query-bnx5@helpareporter.net

Media Outlet: KRDO TV

Deadline: 7:00 PM EST - 21 December

Query:

Should real estate agents invest in drones? Why?

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51) Summary: Health experts needed for an article on COVID-19 vaccines

Category: General

Email: query-bodk@helpareporter.net

Media Outlet: Pissed Consumer

Deadline: 7:00 PM EST - 21 December

Query:

Looking for health experts and health activists who can share
their opinion and knowledge on the Covid-19 vaccine. Who are the
industry leaders and why? What are the pros and cons?

Requirements:

Looking for experts who can share health advice as to the pros
and cons of Covid vaccines. Your expert opinion on the topic
might be featured along with top experts' tips in our final
article for the year that will be posted in our blog. Please
write a couple of sentences about your experience in the health
industry to apply. Remember to include your full name, social
media profiles so we could provide the credit to you. Thank you!

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52) Summary: How to become a guest on other peoples webinars

Name: Samuel R. The Wall Street Journal

Category: General

Email: query-bojj@helpareporter.net

Media Outlet: The Wall Street Journal

Deadline: 7:00 PM EST - 21 December

Query:

Have you pitched others on being a guest speaker for their
upcoming webinar? What strategy do you use? Is there a public
listing you use to find upcoming webinars to pitch to?

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53) Summary: How to improve sleep hygiene

Name: Elisa Croft Better Booch

Category: General

Email: query-bou5@helpareporter.net

Media Outlet: Better Booch

Deadline: 7:00 PM EST - 21 December

Query:

Are you an MD, wellness practitioner, or subject matter expert
on this topic? We'd love to know 3-5 ways to improve sleep
hygiene.

Please provide unique advice that our readers can start
implementing right away and avoid generic tips on this topic.
Also, if you reference any research/studies please include links
to them in your response.

Requirements:

An educational, aspirational, and engaging answer to our query
above. Links to your personal LinkedIn, headshot, and website.

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54) Summary: Human Interest Story

Name: Andrew Thomas The Epoch Times

Category: General

Email: query-bp4j@helpareporter.net

Media Outlet: The Epoch Times

Deadline: 7:00 PM EST - 28 December

Query:

Looking for compelling and inspiring human interest stories.
Themes include, but are not limited to, overcoming adversity,
good samaritans, helping others, eccentric people, incredible
achievements, profiles on
athletes/celebrities/military/veterans/interesting people,
unsung heroes, acts of bravery, redemption stories, and survival
stories.

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55) Summary: How to improve my skills in home decor

Category: General

Email: query-bp5f@helpareporter.net

Media Outlet: Anonymous

Deadline: 7:00 PM EST - 21 December

Query:

I am writing a blog on How to improve my skills in home decor.
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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56) Summary: Seeking Menswear Brands

Category: General

Email: query-bp6g@helpareporter.net

Media Outlet: Anonymous

Deadline: 7:00 PM EST - 21 December

Query:

Popular men's lifestyles site is looking for menswear brands to
work with throughout 2021 for fashion editorial and social media
menswear content.

Requirements:

Looking for upscale, luxury, and traditional menswear and
accessory brands to work with. Sorry not looking for streetwear.

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57) Summary: Men's Lifestyle Product Reviews

Name: Michael Satterfield The Gentleman Racer

Category: General

Email: query-bp6h@helpareporter.net

Media Outlet: The Gentleman Racer

Deadline: 7:00 PM EST - 21 December

Query:

Popular men's lifestyle site is looking for the following
products for our technology and gear section: Home Electronics
Knives Overlanding & Camping Gear Tools Grilling Equipment
Automotive Accessories Home & Office

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58) Summary: Interior design experts on the best furniture brands for 2021

Name: Ash Read Living Cozy

Category: General

Email: query-bp6t@helpareporter.net

Media Outlet: Living Cozy

Deadline: 7:00 PM EST - 28 December

Query:

Hi! I'm working on a roundup for the best furniture brands to
buy from in 2021 and looking for some interior designers and
home bloggers to share some thoughts. I'd love to include
options for all budgets.

I've selected some brands (listed below in the requirements) but
I'm also open to suggestions. For each brand, I'd love to know:
What makes it unique? What do you like about this brand? Why
would you recommend it?

Requirements:

Ideally you'd have experience buying from each brand but it's
also okay to comments based on your perception of each brand.

Here are some of the brands I'm looking for comments on:
Lexington (https://www.lexington.com/), Bernhardt Furniture
(https://bernhardt.com/), Muuto (https://www.muuto.com/), Burrow
(https://burrow.com/), Hay (https://us.hay.com/), The Inside
(https://www.theinside.com/), Article
(https://www.article.com/), Floyd (https://floydhome.com/),
Akron St (https://www.akronstreet.com/), Dims
(https://www.dimshome.com/)

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59) Summary: Mirrors for home decor

Category: General

Email: query-bp74@helpareporter.net

Media Outlet: Anonymous

Deadline: 7:00 PM EST - 22 December

Query:

I am writing a blog on Mirrors for home decor. 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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60) Summary: Seeking Registered Dieticians for 2 stories!

Name: Shameika Rhymes Parade

Category: General

Email: query-bp7d@helpareporter.net

Media Outlet: Parade

Deadline: 11:00 AM EST - 22 December

Query:

Working on a couple of stories that I would love to have 2 to 3
registered dieticians per story to weigh in on via an email
interview before the holidays: 1. Why iron is so important to
your health and the top 15 foods high in iron. 2. Why Vitamin C
is so important and the top 25 foods high in Vitamin C.

Requirements:

Must be U.S. based and a registered dietician/will consider a
physician. Not looking for fitness experts.

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61) Summary: What's your favorite chocolate recipe?

Name: Angela Stringfellow Edible Arrangements

Category: General

Email: query-bp7m@helpareporter.net

Media Outlet: Edible Arrangements

Deadline: 7:00 PM EST - 26 December

Query:

Looking for answers to the question: What's your favorite
chocolate recipe?

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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62) Summary: What are the best gift ideas for your sister?

Name: Angela Stringfellow Edible Arrangements

Category: General

Email: query-bp7n@helpareporter.net

Media Outlet: Edible Arrangements

Deadline: 7:00 PM EST - 26 December

Query:

Looking for answers to the question: What are the best gift
ideas for your sister?

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63) Summary: What are your favorite gift ideas for teen boys?

Name: Angela Stringfellow Edible Arrangements

Category: General

Email: query-bp7o@helpareporter.net

Media Outlet: Edible Arrangements

Deadline: 7:00 PM EST - 26 December

Query:

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

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64) Summary: Weekend Getaway

Name: Shawna May Syndicated Radio Show/Podcast Show

Category: General

Email: query-bp7z@helpareporter.net

Media Outlet: Syndicated Radio Show/Podcast Show

Deadline: 7:00 PM EST - 15 January

Query:

Shawna and LaLa are looking to feature weekend getaways, day
trips, relaxing adult "mini vacations",. Day trips should be
within reasonable driving distance of the tri-state area. (NY,
PA, NJ, & CT) If you represent a hotel, resort, attraction,
indoor theme park, shopping center, Top 5 star restaurant/bakery
that is a MUST take a trip to, etc please reach out, the girls
would love to collaborate. Please email Kathy at
contactshawnaandlala@gmail.com.

Requirements:

Please only reach out if you represent.

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High Tech

65) Summary: Essential Technical SEO Issues

Category: High Tech

Email: query-bp3m@helpareporter.net

Media Outlet: Anonymous

Deadline: 7:00 PM EST - 23 December

Query:

What are some essential technical SEO issues that should always
be addressed?

Requirements:

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

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66) Summary: Why Are Companies Like Google Considering A Part-Remote Model?

Name: Kaya Ismail CMSWire

Category: High Tech

Email: query-bp4p@helpareporter.net

Media Outlet: CMSWire

Deadline: 7:00 PM EST - 22 December

Query:

Is a hybrid-remote work model the way forward? Three days in
office, two days WFH. What benefits have you seen in 2020 for
employees? What benefits have you seen for businesses in 2020?

Requirements:

CEOs and HR Execs invited to answer.

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67) Summary: The Digital Services Act and Digital Markets Act

Name: Kaya Ismail CMSWire

Category: High Tech

Email: query-bp4s@helpareporter.net

Media Outlet: CMSWire

Deadline: 7:00 PM EST - 22 December

Query:

The EU Commission recently announced new rules with an aim of
shaping Europe's digital future. "The Digital Services Act and
Digital Markets Act"

1) What will the impact of this legislature be on tech
companies? 2) How does it compare to GDPR? 3) Should big tech be
genuinely worried about steep fines?

Requirements:

CEOs and CMOs invited to answer.

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68) Summary: Looking for tech hardware experts

Name: Nadine Mendoza TechRepublic

Category: High Tech

Email: query-bp4c@helpareporter.net

Media Outlet: TechRepublic

Deadline: 7:00 PM EST - 21 December

Query:

Hi

I'm looking to speak with tech hardware experts.

Requirements:

I need someone who can discuss the inner workings of a desktop,
laptop, tablet iPhone.

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69) Summary: GDPR compliance and data protection

Name: John Edwards TechTarget

Category: High Tech

Email: query-bp7g@helpareporter.net

Media Outlet: TechTarget

Deadline: 7:00 PM EST - 5 January

Query:

Technology journalist John Edwards (@TechJohnEdwards) is looking
for experts who can answer some or all of the following
questions:

1. Which organizations must comply with GDPR? 2. What types
of privacy data does GDPR protect? 3. What's the best approach
to achieving full GDPR compliance? 4. Who within the
organization should be responsible for maintaining GDPR
compliance? 5. What are the penalties for failing to maintain
compliance? 6. Besides avoiding penalties, are there any
benefits to reaching GDPR compliance? 7. What types of tools
and services are available to help achieve compliance? 8.
What's the biggest mistake organizations make when addressing
GDPR compliance? 9. Is there anything else you would like to
add?

Note: Send your reply to the email address connected to this
query. You will not receive any special consideration by sending
emails to any alternate address you may find. In fact, there's a
strong possibility your message may become lost or unnoticed.
Remember, too, that HARO does not forward attachments. Please,
no commentary from marketing personnel. Thanks.

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Lifestyle and Fitness

70) Summary: Mocktail recipes

Name: Michelle Stansbury Marie Claire

Category: Lifestyle and Fitness

Email: query-bp38@helpareporter.net

Media Outlet: Marie Claire

Deadline: 7:00 PM EST - 22 December

Query:

I'm doing a roundup of 15 mocktail recipes for Marie Claire,
that will be similar in format to this article
(https://www.marieclaire.com/food-cocktails/g30122586/new-years-eve-cocktails/).
Each one will have to have a photo of the cocktail (since its
gallery style). I will be able to do a "courtesy of" to call out
mixologists, brands, etc. But I need it to be a full recipe in
the format of the example article, with photo. Since HARO
doesn't allow you to send attachments, just confirm in your
email that you do have a photo and then I'll respond.

Requirements:

Because of the large amount of responses, if you don't provide
the complete recipes in the correct format (ingredients,
directions, courtesy of) AND let me know that you have a photo
available, I wont be able to respond.

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71) Summary: Aspiration Bank: Why did you switch to a green bank?

Name: Alexa Serrano Finder.com

Category: Lifestyle and Fitness

Email: query-bp4k@helpareporter.net

Media Outlet: Finder.com

Deadline: 5:00 PM EST - 22 December

Query:

We want to hear from people who switched to Aspiration Bank. We
want to hear your story and why you switched to green banking.
Please also include which plan you are under. And whether or not
you take advantage of the AIM or plant trees program.

Requirements:

-Must have made a switch to Aspiration Bank.

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72) Summary: When to ignore the group texts

Category: Lifestyle and Fitness

Email: query-bp59@helpareporter.net

Media Outlet: Anonymous

Deadline: 10:00 AM EST - 21 December

Query:

Group texts are a great way to stay in touch with a bunch of
your friends and family at once, but they can also be
distracting. When is it time to shut down the group chat? Are
you a jerk for opting out? What are some ways to effectively
manage group chats so you can stay in touch without getting too
distracted?

Requirements:

Looking for tech and etiquette experts to weigh in.

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73) Summary: Sharing your phone location with your partner

Category: Lifestyle and Fitness

Email: query-bp5a@helpareporter.net

Media Outlet: Anonymous

Deadline: 10:00 AM EST - 21 December

Query:

Your phone makes it easy to share your location with your
contacts, but sharing your phone location with a partner is a
whole new level of intimacy.

How do these apps work, and when does it make sense to share
them with a partner, spouse, or someone you've just started
dating? In doing so, what should you keep in mind? Can this ever
be used as a tool for control? How can you make sure to keep
boundaries in place?

Requirements:

Looking to interview tech and relationship experts as well as
therapists.

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74) Summary: Side Effects of Drinking Seltzer Every Day

Name: kaley roberts Eat This

Category: Lifestyle and Fitness

Email: query-bp77@helpareporter.net

Media Outlet: Eat This

Deadline: 9:00 AM EST - 22 December

Query:

What happens to your body when you drink seltzer every day?
Looking for an expert (doctor, nutritionist, etc.) to speak to
the plusses and/or minuses of that daily dose of seltzer!

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75) Summary: DERMATOLOGISTS and RDs to talk about hidradenitis suppurativa (hs) via EMAIL ASAP

Name: Rachel Jacoby Zoldan HealthCentral

Category: Lifestyle and Fitness

Email: query-bp7l@helpareporter.net

Media Outlet: HealthCentral

Deadline: 11:00 AM EST - 21 December

Query:

Looking for dermatologists and RDs to speak about hidradenitis
suppurativa and specifically around some diet and exercise tips.

Requirements:

Must be available to answer ASAP AND by email only. Deadline is
EXTREMELY tight.

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76) Summary: Healthiest Foods That Will Make You Happier

Name: Samantha Leffler Eat This

Category: Lifestyle and Fitness

Email: query-bp7p@helpareporter.net

Media Outlet: Eat This

Deadline: 9:00 PM EST - 22 December

Query:

Hello! I'm working on an article about the healthiest foods
that make you happier and I'm looking for input from registered
dietitians. More specifically, I'm looking for intel regarding
foods that boost your mood with serotonin or foods
scientifically linked to lower rates of depression/anxiety.
Please list any foods that fit this criteria and include a few
sentences about how/why each food works.

Requirements:

Registered dietitians only, please!

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77) Summary: New Year, Self-Care For A New YOU!

Name: Nekia Nichelle Nekia Nichelle /CBS 2 Chicago

Category: Lifestyle and Fitness

Email: query-bno9@helpareporter.net

Media Outlet: Nekia Nichelle /CBS 2 Chicago

Deadline: 7:00 PM CST - 8 January

Query:

Looking for products that will assist in improving self-care
(mentally, spiritually, emotionally, and physically) routine.

Think candles, aromatherapy, light therapy, comfy clothes,
motivational/meditation apps, beauty products, journals,
self-help books...etc.

Requirements:

***NO EXPERTS*** PRODUCTS ONLY! ***THIS IS A P2P
SEGMENT*****Please keep your pitches in line with the theme of
the segment. No need to deliver products but be prepared to
submit promotional video/photos that can be displayed for the
segment. So please ensure your client is on-board before
replying. Thanks in advance for understanding.

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78) Summary: What are some ways to cultivate positivity?

Name: Elisa Croft Better Booch

Category: Lifestyle and Fitness

Email: query-boqy@helpareporter.net

Media Outlet: Better Booch

Deadline: 7:00 PM EST - 21 December

Query:

Calling all healthcare professionals, wellness practitioners, or
subject matter experts on this topic: What are ways to cultivate
positivity? Are there habits or exercises that you can recommend
to help cultivate a positive mindset?

Please provide unique advice that our readers can start
implementing right away and avoid generic tips on this topic.
Also, if you reference any research/studies please include links
to them in your response.

Requirements:

An educational, aspirational, and engaging answer to our query
above. Links to your personal LinkedIn, headshot, and website.

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79) Summary: I'm looking to interview a board certified therapist for a PopSugar pitch about self-gas lighting.

Name: Brittany Beringer-Tobing POPSUGAR

Category: Lifestyle and Fitness

Email: query-bor0@helpareporter.net

Media Outlet: POPSUGAR

Deadline: 7:00 PM EST - 22 December

Query:

I'm a contributor for PopSugar and I'm pitching a story on
self-gas lighting. I'm looking to interview a licensed therapist
or licensed mental health expert to discuss what gas lighting
is, how people tend to gas light themselves, and 3 signs that
suggest one is self-gas lighting.

Requirements:

Certified mental health professional and therapist.

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80) Summary: ACE certified: What is instrinsic motivation?

Name: Cemile Kavountzis Openfit

Category: Lifestyle and Fitness

Email: query-boy3@helpareporter.net

Media Outlet: Openfit

Deadline: 7:00 PM EST - 21 December

Query:

Hi there, I'm working on a story about intrinsic motivation and
I'm looking for an ACE-certified health coach or trainer
(without brand or media affiliations) for a quick interview on
the subject. Please let me know if you prefer an email or phone
interview. Questions are: 1. What is intrinsic motivation? 2.
How is intrinsic different from extrinsic motivation? 3. What
are some examples of intrinsic motivation? 4. How can you
practice intrinsic motivation when it comes to working out 5.
Are there three types of intrinsic motivation and if so, what
are they??

Requirements:

ACE certified health coach or trainer without brand or media
affiliations.

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81) Summary: Registered Dietitian: Organizing your fridge

Name: Cemile Kavountzis The Beachbody Blog

Category: Lifestyle and Fitness

Email: query-boy5@helpareporter.net

Media Outlet: The Beachbody Blog

Deadline: 7:00 PM EST - 21 December

Query:

Hi there, I'm looking for a registered dietitian without brand
or media affiliations for a story on how to organize your fridge.

What are your top tips for organizing a fridge? And why?

Requirements:

Registered dietitian without brand or media affiliations

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82) Summary: Registered Dietitian: Hot tea month

Name: Cemile Kavountzis The Beachbody Blog

Category: Lifestyle and Fitness

Email: query-boy6@helpareporter.net

Media Outlet: The Beachbody Blog

Deadline: 7:00 PM EST - 21 December

Query:

Hi there, I'm looking for a registered dietitian without brand
or media affiliations for a story on hot tea month. Please let
me know if you prefer an email or phone interview 1. What are
the benefits of drinking hot tea? 2. Can you drink hot tea every
day? 3. Are there certain times when you should drink tea?

Requirements:

Registered dietitian without brand or media affiliations

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83) Summary: How and why to start a gratitude journal

Name: Cemile Kavountzis The Beachbody Blog

Category: Lifestyle and Fitness

Email: query-boy9@helpareporter.net

Media Outlet: The Beachbody Blog

Deadline: 7:00 PM EST - 21 December

Query:

Hi there, I'm working on a story about how and why to start a
gratitude journal. I'm looking for a certified yoga instructor
or therapist without brand or media affiliations for a quick
interview either by email or phone. Here are the questions: 1.
What kinds of things do you write in a gratitude journal? 2.
What are the benefits of keeping a gratitude journal? 3. What
are some gratitude journal prompts or templates? 4. Do you need
to write in it every day? How long should an entry be? 5. Is
there a type of journal that works best? Lined, unlined?

Requirements:

Certified yoga instructor or therapist without brand or media
affiliations

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84) Summary: Neurologist: Brain games for adults

Name: Cemile Kavountzis The Beachbody Blog

Category: Lifestyle and Fitness

Email: query-boya@helpareporter.net

Media Outlet: The Beachbody Blog

Deadline: 7:00 PM EST - 21 December

Query:

I'm working on a story about brain games for adults. I'm looking
for a neurologist without brand or media affiliations for a
quick interview either by email or phone. Here are the questions:

1. What qualifies as a brain game and what are the best brain
games for adults? 2. Which games improve brain function? 3.
Which type of puzzle is best for brain? 4. Can you play brain
games on your phone or computer? 5. What are the benefits of
brain games?

Requirements:

Neurologist without brand or media affiliations

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85) Summary: Hair Accessories

Name: Alessandra Carriero Gannett YES

Category: Lifestyle and Fitness

Email: query-bp2x@helpareporter.net

Media Outlet: Gannett YES

Deadline: 7:00 PM EST - 23 December

Query:

Working on a story of hair accessories. Looking for a variety of
items like clips, headbands, scarves.

Please do not send hair tools (ie dryers, curling irons etc.)

Pease send a direct link to purchase and a link to download
images. No attachments.

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86) Summary: What Are Therapy Collectives and How Do They Work

Name: Lauren Vinopal MEL Magazine

Category: Lifestyle and Fitness

Email: query-bp4w@helpareporter.net

Media Outlet: MEL Magazine

Deadline: 7:00 PM EST - 24 December

Query:

Looking for therapists and other experts to discuss the concept
of therapy collectives, how they started, how they work, how
widespread they are, and if this is a trend that is growing.
Also how might those of us looking for therapy benefit from
knowing more about therapy collectives, and having more
available to choose from.

Requirements:

Therapists and experts on therapy collectives.

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87) Summary: Looking to get insights on luxury fashion in 2021

Category: Lifestyle and Fitness

Email: query-bp52@helpareporter.net

Media Outlet: Anonymous

Deadline: 9:00 PM EST - 21 December

Query:

I'm working on a style forecast story for a leading luxury
publication and would absolutely love to get fashion industry
predictions for the new year.

Will the sector see growth or slow down; what updates we will
see in the areas of creativity, business, market share shifts,
merges and acquisitions, retail, etc.

Any insights would be amazing. Thank you.

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88) Summary: Psychologist/Mindfulness Expert on Staycations

Name: Brittany Risher Openfit

Category: Lifestyle and Fitness

Email: query-bp67@helpareporter.net

Media Outlet: Openfit

Deadline: 7:00 PM EST - 23 December

Query:

This article is on how to make a staycation truly feel like a
vacation and help you relax. My questions are below:

What is a staycation?

What are the reasons that a staycation might be a wonderful idea
right now? (please touch upon not only concerns about traveling,
but also how we are all burned out/stressed out)

How do you make a staycation feel like a vacation?

How can you truly RELAX during a staycation? (I have specific
questions below but would love your ideas)

Should you clean beforehand and then let everything go during
your break?

How much (or little) planning is good? Why?

How can you turn your home into a destination or make it feel
more like a resort and less like home?

What are some things you could do (any time of year, but
especially during winter) around your neighborhood or within not
too far of a drive that would feel "vacation-y"?

What about a day-long road trip? Any ideas there?

What are some activities you could do at home (inside or
outside) to feel like a vacation?

What about food? Do you recommend cooking, and if so, what? Or
if you suggest ordering in/dining out, how do you make that like
a vacation vs ordering what you typically do?

What about "traveling" virtually? How can you do that?

How can you be sure to NOT work, since you are at home?

Do you have any other ideas or tips for making your "staycation"
feel like a "vacation"?

Requirements:

- you must be a psychologist or mindfulness expert - please
reply via email if possible

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89) Summary: Valientines Day

Category: Lifestyle and Fitness

Email: query-bp6c@helpareporter.net

Media Outlet: Anonymous

Deadline: 7:00 PM EST - 22 December

Query:

Valentine's Day Luxury gifts for HER to be featured in the
Growing Up Texas blog Gift Guide Valentine's Day issue. Looking
for Texas-based or southern-based products, handmade and unique
gifts.

Requirements:

Samples are requested to verify the quality of products and
produce branded high-resolution images for the gift guide.
Products must be received no later than January 8th

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90) Summary: Psychologists re: 2021 Resolutions

Name: Brittany Risher Openfit

Category: Lifestyle and Fitness

Email: query-bp7f@helpareporter.net

Media Outlet: Openfit

Deadline: 5:00 PM EST - 22 December

Query:

Given what 2020 has been, should we make resolutions for 2021?
Or what other practice(s) might be better to get a good mindset
for the new year?

I'm seeking licensed psychologists to answer the below questions
on this topic:

Given what 2020 has been, do you feel it would help to make
resolutions for 2021 or not?

Why or why not?

How would you recommend going about making resolutions that are
appropriate for this year/next year? (please share 5+ tips)

What might be any signs that it's better for you personally to
not make resolutions?

In that case, would you recommend doing anything else to set
goals or get in a "good" mindset for 2021?

Do you have anything else to add on this topic?

Requirements:

- you must be a licensed psychologist - please answer via email

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91) Summary: Astrologers For Erogenous Zones Of Virgo + Libra

Name: Kristine Fellizar Bustle

Category: Lifestyle and Fitness

Email: query-bp7k@helpareporter.net

Media Outlet: Bustle

Deadline: 7:00 PM EST - 21 December

Query:

Hello! Looking for an astrologer or two to contribute to a piece
on the erogenous zones for Virgo and Libra. These are going to
be separate stories going a little in-depth on the body parts
associated with each sign, as well as how each sign likes to be
touched. If interested and available, would love to work with
you. Thanks!

Requirements:

Astrologers

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92) Summary: How to walk away from uncomfortable conversations

Category: Lifestyle and Fitness

Email: query-bp7w@helpareporter.net

Media Outlet: Anonymous

Deadline: 7:00 PM EST - 22 December

Query:

Looking for tips from life coaches, mediators, counselors,
etiquette experts, and anyone else relevant to the topic on how
to walk away from uncomfortable exchanges, no matter the topic.
Thanks!

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93) Summary: Recipes For Cheap Meals That Last A Week

Name: Nicole Spector Yahoo News

Category: Lifestyle and Fitness

Email: query-bp83@helpareporter.net

Media Outlet: Yahoo News

Deadline: 3:00 PM EST - 21 December

Query:

Hello! For GOBankingRates, syndicated with Yahoo Finance, I am
looking for chefs and other foodies to provide 10 super cheap,
easy and nourishing meals that will last a week in the fridge.
This is aimed at families on a budget who need a fast but
lasting fix. I need something other than lasagna!

Here's what I need:

-Your name and title (hyperlink is great) and pronouns -Your
place of work/profession -Your suggested dish -The recipe -The
ingredients -The cost to make it, on average -Why it's tasty,
nutritious and can last a week in the fridge!

I will do my best to respond in a timely way but since I am on 3
deadlines it would be very helpful if you could provide your
quote/paragraph along with your full name, title, pronouns and a
hyperlink to your site. Thanks!

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Travel

94) Summary: British Airways cancels its direct UK-Costa Rica route in 2021

Name: James Dyde centralamerica.com

Category: Travel

Email: query-boz3@helpareporter.net

Media Outlet: centralamerica.com

Deadline: 7:00 PM CST - 21 December

Query:

I'm looking for people and businesses affected by British
Airways' decision to cancel its London-San Jose (Costa Rica)
route in 2021.

You can be in the UK or Costa Rica (or elsewhere in Europe or
Central America).

Will the lack of a direct flight between Central America and the
UK affect you in any way? If so, how?

Requirements:

Anyone who will have their business or personal life affected by
the lack of a direct flight between Costa Rica and the UK.

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95) Summary: Expert tips for planning a 2021 vacation

Name: Christopher Elliott USA Today

Category: Travel

Email: query-bp7r@helpareporter.net

Media Outlet: USA Today

Deadline: 7:00 PM EST - 22 December

Query:

I'm researching a story about expert tips for planning a 2021
vacation. I'd love to hear from travelers about their travel
vacation plans. How are you planning differently, based on
vaccine distribution? Are you staying home for the first half of
the year? What kind of planning advice would you give your
fellow travelers? From travel experts (advisors, frequent
travelers and industry insiders) I'd love to get your best tips
for planning a 2021 trip. What are people overlooking?

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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96) Summary: The most common pandemic travel problems -- and solutions

Name: Christopher Elliott The Washington Post

Category: Travel

Email: query-bp7s@helpareporter.net

Media Outlet: The Washington Post

Deadline: 7:00 PM EST - 22 December

Query:

I'm researching a story about the most common pandemic travel
problems and their solutions. For example, what if your
destination closes because of a lockdown? How do you get a
refund for your hotel and other activities? What if you get sick
and have to cancel your flight? How do you get your money back?
And how about safety -- what if your hotel isn't requiring masks
and encouraging social distancing? I'd love to hear from anyone
who has experienced a common travel problem like this. What
happened to you and how did you solve it? From travel industry
experts, I'd love to know what you think are the most common
travel problems? Are there any surveys on this topic? And how do
you recommend overcoming these travel obstacles?

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