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Erin Stone
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Climate Reporter, LAist
climate reporter at NPR-affiliate @LAist (formerly known as KPCC). prev: @azcentral @sfchronicle @Dallas_Observer @mwtnews. ✉️ estone@scpr.org
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Amy Trask
Verified
Analyst, CBS Sports
Analyst CBS Sports * Author: You Negotiate Like A Girl * Podcast: What The Football * LASEC Advisory Board * Shrine Bowl Advisory Team * Former CEO Raiders
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Sean Hollister
Verified
Senior Editor, The Verge
Co-founder @Verge, alum @CNET @Gizmodo @Engadget. Moved to Bluesky after the great Twitter purge
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Tamara Audi
Verified
Economics Editor, The Wall Street Journal
@nytimes Formerly @WSJ @freep Defender of Dunkin' Donuts coffee & British accent TV. auditammy@gmail.com
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Brad Weimer
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Coordinating Producer, FOX Sports
Coordinating Producer for @FOXSports. Opinions are mine and great.
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Marcus Smith
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Black Community Reporter, The Sacramento Bee
@sacbee_news ✍🏾👨🏾💻 • Opinions = mine • move along, nothing to see
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Michele Musso
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Senior Producer, CoinDesk
Co-Founder @tetherballcoin $TBall | Host @wealthwinedown | Former @coindesk / @siriusxm | Bullish on $, Blockchain & AI | 2X 🐾 Dog Mom
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Markos Kounalakis
Verified
Foreign Affairs Columnist, Miami Herald
California's 1st "Second Gentleman" & Total Political Spouse @EleniForCA Hoover Institution Fellow - Foreign Affairs Analyst & Journalism Junkie - M/C Ducati
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Ryan Smith
Verified
News Managing Editor, Upgraded Points
I've visited every country! News Managing Editor @upgradedpoints Bylines at: AwardWallet, CNBC Select, Forbes Advisor, TPG, USA Today Blueprint & Tripadvisor
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Katie Roof
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Venture Capital Reporter, Bloomberg Technology
Roof, like the Fiddler. Venture capital reporter for Bloomberg @technology. LA again via SF and NYC. Kroof1@bloomberg.net Opinions are my own
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Frequently Asked Questions
How do I find journalists in California?
Use filters by beat, industry, journalist type, or outlet to narrow your search and discover journalists based in California who cover topics relevant to your story.Do you provide email contacts for California journalists?
Yes. Verified contact information (emails, LinkedIn, X) is available with a premium subscription. Free users can view profiles but contact fields are redacted.Can I filter California journalists by beat or outlet?
Absolutely. You can refine by industry beat or specific publications to find California journalists with expertise and reach in your area.What profile details are shown for California journalists?
Each profile includes journalist type, role, beat(s), industry, outlet(s), location, and recent articles — giving you insight into what they cover and where.Can I export a list of California journalists for outreach?
Yes. Premium users can export lists of California-based journalists to CSV or XLSX files and use them in PR or media campaigns.How frequently are California journalist profiles updated?
Profiles are refreshed regularly to keep location, beats, roles, and contact information accurate and up to date.Why use a location filter along with beat or type?
Filtering by location helps ensure your pitches reach journalists in the region or market you care about — improving relevance and response rates.Can I subscribe just to export data for California journalists?
Yes. You can use a short-term subscription to access and export a location-specific journalist list and then cancel if needed.Can I cancel my subscription at any time?
Yes. You’re free to change or cancel your plan at any time through your account settings. You retain access through your current billing period.