Shopping Journo Requests

Parenting Expert - Back-to-School Money-Saving Tips

Hello👋 I’m looking to speak to a parenting expert who can share practical tips on how parents can save money on back to school shopping. If you or anyone you know could help, please don’t hesitate to get in touch! #JournoRequest #prequest #backtoschool

C-Suite Executives in Northeast Ohio - Favorite Retail Stores

Calling all fashionable business people! I am writing a story about where people are shopping for C-suiteattire in Northeast Ohio. I'm looking for retail locations in the region and why they are personal favorites. I want to hear from you! Message me at [email redacted].

crainscleveland.com

Couples 35+ & Women 45+ - Household Money Strain Case Studies

**£££ feature opportunities!** Hi all. I'm searching for a few case studies for a national newspaper - see below. All are paid and come with copy approval. Case studies must be happy to be named and pictured (the man AND woman in where I'm searching for couples. **I'm on [email redacted] if you can help.** * **Two couples aged 35+ with a big wage gap - the man will earn significantly more** (I already have a couple where the woman's the breadwinner) BUT the woman still pays half of everything, from the bills, mortgage and food shopping to holidays, either because she wants to or he insists. This will mean that she's either in debt or unable to save. £300 per couple. * **A woman aged 45+ who has had a considerable drop in earnings since hitting middle age.** Perhaps she was made redundant and couldn't get a job with an equivalent salary, or has been overlooked for jobs and promotions. As a consequence she will no longer be able to afford the lovely, middle class lifestyle she once had... Aldi has replaced M&S, she can't dine out or buy new clothes on a whim or take multiple (or any) holidays a year. Everything now has to be accounted for. That sort of thing. £300 payment. * **A couple aged 40+ who used to have a joint bank account but it caused too many arguments **- who was spending more, contributing less, what they were each spending money on etc. Since ditching the joint account (other than, perhaps, for the mortgage and bills) their relationship is more harmonious. £300 payment. Thanks in advance!

Chicago-Area Parents & Teachers - School Supplies Spending

hello chicago-area parents + teachers, @Suntimes reporter here!! If you've been school supplies shopping recently I'd love to hear from you. bonus points if you know how much $$ you spent!! message me here or email [email redacted] :)

suntimes.com

Lab Managers - Shopping & Procurement Practices

For a story: if you buy stuff for a lab, how are you handling shopping and procurement these days?

UK Primark Shoppers - Reaction to Price Cuts

"Primark isn't even cheap anymore!" It's something I've heard repeatedly, both in-person and online - especially as shoppers compare Primark's prices to super-fast-fashion giants Temu and Shein, or sites likes Vinted and Depop. But yesterday, Primark announced it was lowering prices across hundreds of items - actual price reductions, not just a sale. It's a big move - when something normally sells for £10, reducing it by £2 is a significant hit on profits. Will this be enough to lure in shoppers? I'm working on an article for the BBC News website about this and I'm looking for people to speak to. Do you like shopping at Primark, or do you avoid it? What do you buy there - and what do you turn to other shops for? If Primark lowered its prices, would that draw you in? Let me know if you'd be happy to talk - comment on here on drop me a message. I can answer any questions you have. Thanks!

bbc.co.uk

US Gay Men Who Were Teens 1998-2004 - Abercrombie's Role In Sexuality

Did Abercrombie shape your teenage gay sexual imagination? Hi! I'm a gay journalist of a certain age and am thinking about writing a magazine essay about the impact of late 1990s-early 2000s homoerotic Abercrombie on gay teenage boys in America, especially in places where there wasn't much gay culture or other gay representation. Informally among people I know, this is an almost universal reference point: the shopping bags, the shirtless greeters, and to a lesser extent the A&F Quarterly. I want to collect some data to hopefully get a large enough sample size to say something actually meaningful about it. (This is also kind of important considering how much cultural memory has turned against A&F because of its supposed racism, lookism, etc, though I think a lot of that ignores or overlooks the gay experience. If you're a nonwhite gay man who has feelings about Abercrombie, I'd especially love to hear from you!) I've created a survey with an open-response question where you can write some thoughts. You can remain anonymous, or provide an email where I can contact you for a potential interview.

Maternity Fashion Experts - Shopping Trends

looking for a fashion expert or shopping trends person who can speak to maternity specifically, for an article. anybody on here?

The Biggest Mistakes People Make When Shopping Online Thrift Stores—and How to Avoid Them Who: Designers, thrifting and shopping expats. Deadline: 7/20 at 10:00 am EST What are the most common mistakes people make shopping online thrift stores? How do you avoid them? Any other thoughts? This is for both fashion and home. Please use Substack + Article Title as the subject line. Don’t pitch your clients. Just have them answer the questions, please.

SME & Micro-Biz Owners - Google Universal Shopping Cart Impact

I am looking for info/comment on Google's universal shopping cart from SMEs or micro-biz for an article I am writing for Simply Business, get in touch [email redacted]

simplybusiness.co.uk

Regular Discount Platform Users - Shopping Habits & Deal-Hunting

Looking to speak to people who regularly use discount platforms when they shop. Comment will be outreached to national and lifestyle press✈️DM me or email [email redacted] #journorequest

Here’s what I’m working on: [...] Starting to work on Amazon Prime Day-specific gift guides (Gifts and shopping you can do specifically tied to Amazon Prime Day sales and deals) - email me if you have anything great to share! [...] Please remember when pitching me: Email me at [email redacted] - do NOT just hit reply on this newsletter, or there’s a good shot your email will be lost in the heap. Give your email a subject line that makes it clear which story you are pitching me for — it’ll help you in the long run.

Here’s what I’m working on: [...] I’d also love some commentary from southern chefs the one product they never leave Trader Joe’s without -- I’m adding the answers to my shopping list! [...] Please remember when pitching me: Email me at [email redacted] - do NOT just hit reply on this newsletter, or there’s a good shot your email will be lost in the heap. Give your email a subject line that makes it clear which story you are pitching me for — it’ll help you in the long run.

For Travel + Leisure, I’m looking for stylish, comfortable, travel-friendly fashion for an upcoming shopping story on the best airport outfits for flying first class. I’m especially interested in elevated basics, matching sets, tailored athleisure, polished knitwear, wrinkle-resistant pieces, chic sneakers, lightweight layers, crossbody bags, totes, and other accessories that strike the balance between comfort and luxury. Bonus points for any samples that can arrive by July 4 for real-world testing on my next set of long-haul overnight flights. [...] Here’s how to pitch: Simply respond to this email with a new subject line or pitch me at [email redacted].

I’d also love some commentary from southern chefs the one product they never leave Trader Joe’s without -- I’m adding the answers to my shopping list! [...] Please remember when pitching me: Email me at [email redacted] - do NOT just hit reply on this newsletter, or there’s a good shot your email will be lost in the heap. Give your email a subject line that makes it clear which story you are pitching me for — it’ll help you in the long run.

Starting to work on Amazon Prime Day-specific gift guides (Gifts and shopping you can do specifically tied to Amazon Prime Day sales and deals) - email me if you have anything great to share! [...] Please remember when pitching me: Email me at [email redacted] - do NOT just hit reply on this newsletter, or there’s a good shot your email will be lost in the heap. Give your email a subject line that makes it clear which story you are pitching me for — it’ll help you in the long run.

LA Estate Sale Goers - Thrifting Culture & Side Hustles

LA Estate Sale Goers Hello! My name is Grace, and I'm a reporter with The Wall Street Journal. I'm working on a story about the intense subculture of estate sale shoppers and secondhand thrifters. If you're someone who regularly goes to estate sales, plans your weekends around them, lines up early, travels across the city for the best finds, or has memorable stories from the hunt, I'd love to hear from you. I'm especially interested in people who see estate sales as more than just shopping—whether it's a hobby, a side hustle, or a lifestyle. If you're open to chatting, please feel free to reach out here or email me at [email redacted]. Thank you so much and looking forward to connecting!

wsj.com

Starting to work on Amazon Prime Day-specific gift guides (Gifts and shopping you can do specifically tied to Amazon Prime Day sales and deals) - email me if you have anything great to share! [...] Please remember when pitching me: Email me at [email redacted] - do NOT just hit reply on this newsletter, or there’s a good shot your email will be lost in the heap. Give your email a subject line that makes it clear which story you are pitching me for — it’ll help you in the long run.

I’d also love some commentary from southern chefs the one product they never leave Trader Joe’s without -- I’m adding the answers to my shopping list! [...] Please remember when pitching me: Email me at [email redacted] - do NOT just hit reply on this newsletter, or there’s a good shot your email will be lost in the heap. Give your email a subject line that makes it clear which story you are pitching me for — it’ll help you in the long run.

Southern Living I’d also love some commentary from southern chefs the one product they never leave Trader Joe’s without -- I’m adding the answers to my shopping list! [...] Please remember when pitching me: Email me at [email redacted] - do NOT just hit reply on this newsletter, or there’s a good shot your email will be lost in the heap. Give your email a subject line that makes it clear which story you are pitching me for — it’ll help you in the long run.

Yahoo Creators Starting to work on Amazon Prime Day-specific gift guides (Gifts and shopping you can do specifically tied to Amazon Prime Day sales and deals) - email me if you have anything great to share! [...] Please remember when pitching me: Email me at [email redacted] - do NOT just hit reply on this newsletter, or there’s a good shot your email will be lost in the heap. Give your email a subject line that makes it clear which story you are pitching me for — it’ll help you in the long run.

Prime Day Shoppers - Deal Thresholds & AI Deal-Finding

SOURCING REQUEST: Prime Day officially kicks off today, so I'm hoping to speak with consumers about how the deals bonanza is going so far. Are you holding out for a certain discount threshold? Are you using AI tools to find the best deals? Are you shopping around before you pull the trigger? Looking to speak to regular, everyday shoppers. PR folks, please don't pitch me your e-commerce experts. If you'd like to chat, email me at [email redacted]

modernretail.co

I’d also love some commentary from southern chefs the one product they never leave Trader Joe’s without -- I’m adding the answers to my shopping list! [...] Please remember when pitching me: Email me at [email redacted] - do NOT just hit reply on this newsletter, or there’s a good shot your email will be lost in the heap. Give your email a subject line that makes it clear which story you are pitching me for — it’ll help you in the long run.

Starting to work on Amazon Prime Day-specific gift guides (Gifts and shopping you can do specifically tied to Amazon Prime Day sales and deals) - email me if you have anything great to share! [...] Please remember when pitching me: Email me at [email redacted] - do NOT just hit reply on this newsletter, or there’s a good shot your email will be lost in the heap. Give your email a subject line that makes it clear which story you are pitching me for — it’ll help you in the long run.

For Southern Living, I’m working on a story with the working headline “The Grocery Shopping Mistake That Starts Before You Even Get Home.” The piece explores how many freshness, food waste, and grocery budget problems begin during the shopping trip itself — from shopping while hungry and selecting perishables too early in the trip to leaving groceries in hot cars or choosing convenience items that spoil faster. I’m looking for insights from qualified experts, including chefs, grocers, food safety specialists, dietitians, and personal finance or budgeting professionals, on the overlooked shopping habits that cost consumers money, convenience, and food quality. [...] Here’s how to pitch: Simply respond to this email with a new subject line or pitch me at [email redacted].

For Glamour, I’m reporting a feature tentatively titled “How Many Jeans Does One Person Really Need?” For decades, fashion media has encouraged women to buy the perfect straight-leg jean, the flattering wide-leg jean, the trendy barrel jean, the classic white jean, and on and on. But how many pairs do women realistically need to feel dressed for their actual lives? I’m looking to speak with stylists, denim designers, wardrobe experts, fashion psychologists, and generally stylish women with strong personal style about denim wardrobes, overconsumption, shopping habits, closet reality versus fashion advice, and the jeans they actually wear on repeat. If you’d like to contribute, please get in touch. [...] Here’s how to pitch: Simply respond to this email with a new subject line or pitch me at [email redacted].

Boulder Bookstore & Barbed Wire Books Customers - Shopping Experience

Looking to interview... Looking to interview people who have shopped at Boulder Bookstore or Barbed Wire Books. All of this can be done on email or via chat. If you are interested just post below. Thanks! This community has helped me out a ton recently.

Here’s what I’m working on: I’d also love some commentary from southern chefs the one product they never leave Trader Joe’s without -- I’m adding the answers to my shopping list! Please remember when pitching me: Email me at [email redacted] - do NOT just hit reply on this newsletter, or there’s a good shot your email will be lost in the heap. Give your email a subject line that makes it clear which story you are pitching me for — it’ll help you in the long run.

Here’s what I’m working on: Starting to work on Amazon Prime Day-specific gift guides (Gifts and shopping you can do specifically tied to Amazon Prime Day sales and deals) - email me if you have anything great to share! Please remember when pitching me: Email me at [email redacted] - do NOT just hit reply on this newsletter, or there’s a good shot your email will be lost in the heap. Give your email a subject line that makes it clear which story you are pitching me for — it’ll help you in the long run.

I’d also love some commentary from southern chefs the one product they never leave Trader Joe’s without -- I’m adding the answers to my shopping list! Please remember when pitching me: Email me at [email redacted] - do NOT just hit reply on this newsletter, or there’s a good shot your email will be lost in the heap. Give your email a subject line that makes it clear which story you are pitching me for — it’ll help you in the long run.

Starting to work on Amazon Prime Day-specific gift guides (Gifts and shopping you can do specifically tied to Amazon Prime Day sales and deals) - email me if you have anything great to share! Please remember when pitching me: Email me at [email redacted] - do NOT just hit reply on this newsletter, or there’s a good shot your email will be lost in the heap. Give your email a subject line that makes it clear which story you are pitching me for — it’ll help you in the long run.

I’d also love some commentary from southern chefs the one product they never leave Trader Joe’s without -- I’m adding the answers to my shopping list! [...] Please remember when pitching me: Email me at [email redacted] - do NOT just hit reply on this newsletter, or there’s a good shot your email will be lost in the heap.

Shopper Who Never Pays Full Price - Promo Codes & Hacks - Photo

Looking for a case study of someone who uses discount codes or other shopping tricks to never pay full price for anything online. Needs to provide a photo. #journorequest #casestudy

Southern Living I’d also love some commentary from southern chefs the one product they never leave Trader Joe’s without -- I’m adding the answers to my shopping list! [...] Please remember when pitching me: Email me at [email redacted] - do NOT just hit reply on this newsletter, or there’s a good shot your email will be lost in the heap. Give your email a subject line that makes it clear which story you are pitching me for — it’ll help you in the long run.

Here’s what I’m working on: [...] I’d also love some commentary from southern chefs the one product they never leave Trader Joe’s without -- I’m adding the answers to my shopping list! [...] Please remember when pitching me: Email me at [email redacted] - do NOT just hit reply on this newsletter, or there’s a good shot your email will be lost in the heap. Give your email a subject line that makes it clear which story you are pitching me for — it’ll help you in the long run.

I’d also love some commentary from southern chefs the one product they never leave Trader Joe’s without -- I’m adding the answers to my shopping list! [...] Please remember when pitching me: Email me at [email redacted] - do NOT just hit reply on this newsletter, or there’s a good shot your email will be lost in the heap. Give your email a subject line that makes it clear which story you are pitching me for — it’ll help you in the long run.

I’d also love some commentary from southern chefs the one product they never leave Trader Joe’s without -- I’m adding the answers to my shopping list! [...] Please remember when pitching me: Email me at [email redacted] - do NOT just hit reply on this newsletter, or there’s a good shot your email will be lost in the heap. Give your email a subject line that makes it clear which story you are pitching me for — it’ll help you in the long run.

Looking for fascinating people in travel, health, and wellness (Yahoo) As you know, I’m currently recovering from wrist surgery. While typing thousands of words isn’t exactly my superpower right now, Q&As are a format I can still produce relatively easily, so I’d like to write a few that will appear on Yahoo. I’m looking for introductions to fascinating experts, founders, researchers, authors, adventurers, and unconventional thinkers in the travel, health, and wellness space. Impressive bios aren’t the most important factor here (but the expert should have credentials and authority). What I’m really looking for are great stories and irresistible angles, centered around an expert. The best interviews help readers solve a problem, answer a question they’ve been wondering about, challenge a common assumption, or reveal something surprising. A few examples of the types of angles that tend to work: A sleep expert explains why you’re still tired after 8 hours of sleep. A travel psychologist reveals the mistake that makes vacations more stressful. A longevity researcher shares the wellness habits she’d never spend money on. A frequent flyer explains the airport myth that’s costing travelers time and money. A nutrition expert reveals the healthy food she never buys. An adventurer shares the travel lesson that completely changed how they see the world. These are just a few ideas, though, and I’m confident your clients have even better ones for us to explore. If you’d like to pitch someone, please send: A [url=https://substack.com/redirect/943799d0-977d-4cba-a2e5-ade94f17130c]proposed headline[/url] that would make readers want to click. Three to five talking points the expert could discuss. Why this person is uniquely qualified to speak on the topic. Any [url=https://substack.com/redirect/65ab8fdb-c806-474a-aa13-30b34b76a95d]timely hook[/url], recent research, new book, trend, or news angle. Before you hit send, ask yourself: Would a busy reader stop scrolling to read this? If the answer is no, keep workshopping the angle. The more specific, surprising, useful, or conversation-worthy the pitch, the better. No firm deadline, but please reach out when you have a pitch prepared. [email redacted]

Fashion Beauty Home Brands - Product Launches

Just a heads up that I’m on the Metro shopping desk for the rest of the week, so please do hit me up with any product launches and releases across fashion, beauty, and home! #journorequest email in bio!

metro.co.uk

Regular Off-Price & Resale Shoppers - Shopping Habits

I’m looking to talk to people who regularly shop off-price, resale, outlet or discount stores - either in-person or online. Think TJ Maxx, Ross, ThredUp, Poshmark, etc Working on a story about shopping. DM me or email [email redacted] if open to chatting #journorequest

bloomberg.com

Former Marc's Employees - Photos & Memories Book Project

I am working on a book on @Marcs and Marc Glassman. Would love to hear from former workers. If anyone has photos of them working or shopping at Marc's please send them my way and I will publish them in the book. Free ebook copies for anyone who does so as well. https://t.co/Wtemb4V6tg

Home Buyers & Sellers in Chicagoland - Zillow Listings Cut

I'm working on a story about The Zillow Situation in Chicagoland. Anyone currently shopping for or selling a house in Chicago and want to talk? (The MLS in Chicago cut the feed that sends listings to Zillow this week, so Zillow lost over half its listings in the region.)

Costco Employees - Customer Behavior & Shopping Insights

Looking for an insightful Costco employee with stories to tell. Is it you?? Hi everyone! Posting with permission from the mods, who said I might find someone here who fits the bill: I’m a freelance writer workingwith Wealthsimple'sflagship business newsletter, TLDR, on a new feature. Each week we talk to one Canadian with an interesting job sharing insight they've gleaned from their work. (Examples: I've interviewed a plumber about trades work in the AI era, a developer about Canada's condo market, an estate lawyer about preparing for the inevitable, etc.) Now, I'm looking to speak with a current Costco employee. Someone who can share what they've learned about human nature and how it's reflected in how people shop. I don't care what job you work in at Costco, it's more about finding someone with insights to share who'd be up for a brief chat. I’m interested in questions like: What do people buy when they’re stressed about money? How have shopping habits changed? What's the biggest misconception customers have about Costco? What’s surprised you most about working there? I’m not looking for confidential company information. This isn't an investigative project or anything. I'm just looking for colorful or interesting observations from an insider with stories to tell. I'm happy to keep things informal and either use your name or keep you completely anonymous -- whatever is best for you. If this sounds interesting to you (or you know someone who might be a good fit), please feel free to DM me or email me -- my name is Marin Cogan and my email address is [email redacted] (Including so the skeptics can look me up! :) I'm also happy to link to the newsletter here when it's done, if anyone's interested. Thanks in advance for your consideration and help!

wealthsimple.com

£100k Earners - Frugal Habits That Build Wealth - Happy To Be Pictured

I'm looking for someone earning top salary (£100k) to talk about the ways they are 'stingy' but these habits help build wealth. Eg, always shopping at Aldi or buying own-brand / never buying brand new car / haggling for discounts. Need to be happy to be pictured. #journorequest

People on Weight Loss Injections - Reduced Grocery Bills

Looking to speak to ppl on weight loss injections who are saving money on food since starting treatment. With food prices due to go up again, could GLP1’s be reducing your shopping basket?Anonymous quotes fine. Age + location only. DM or email [email redacted] #journorequest

Tell us: how are you adjusting your household finances as the Iran war pushes up costs? We’d like to hear how you’re adapting your expenditure as the cost of living rises amid the conflict in the Middle East Rising prices and economic uncertainty linked to the conflict in the Middle East are putting pressure on household budgets across the UK. We would like to hear how you are adjusting your finances in response. Have you changed your spending habits? Are you using savings more often, borrowing money or putting off big purchases? Are you making different choices when shopping? You might also have taken practical steps such as switching energy providers, cancelling subscriptions or working extra hours. We’d like to hear about it.

PRs With Bed Brands - Bed Frames Headboards & Under-Bed Storage

Are any PRs working with bed brands on bed frames, headboards, and under bed storage? This is for some shopping pieces I’m working on. Please email: [email redacted] #prrequest #journorequest

reachplc.com

Furniture Shoppers - Headboard & Room Divider Recommendations

I’m looking for headboard and room divider recommendations for some shopping pieces. #PRs if you’re working with a relevant brand please drop me an email at [email redacted]. #prrequest #journorequest

reachplc.com

PRs With Oral Care Clients - Electric Toothbrushes & Flossers Test

I’m looking to put some electric toothbrushes, sonic teeth cleaners, and water flossers to the test for a shopping piece. PRs please email me if you’re working with a relevant client. [email redacted] #prrequest #journorequest

GLP-1 Users - Changes to Shopping Habits & Eating Out

I am looking to interview GLP-1 users for a USA TODAY story about how your shopping habits (at the grocery store, retail store) and eating out have changed since being on GLP-1s. Please feel free to email me at [email redacted] or message me. Thank you!

usatoday.com