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Dr. Robert Duff
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Writer and Author, Freelance
Psychologist, author of the bestselling Hardcore Self Help series, and podcaster. Mental health for real people. All thoughts presented are for info only.
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Sophie Murguia
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Deputy Managing Editor, Mother Jones
deputy managing editor @motherjones. previously @pacificstand, @outsidemagazine. she/her. pitches, tips: smurguia@motherjones.com
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Troy Farah
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Co-Host, Narcotica Podcast
⬡:: from one source all things depend ⬡:: editor science + health @salon ⬡:: podcasts: @narcocast @kafkakhole ⬡:: tfarah✰salon.com ⬡::he/him ⬡:: troyfarah.com
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Andrea Gomez
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Writer and Social Media Producer, Freelance
mex-american. @latinxathon | @filmchisme |✍️: Collider, Tor, TYF, BoldCulture + more | bookramble@gmail.com
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Lauren Hepler
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Investigative Reporter, CalMatters
Investigative reporter @calmatters. Past stories @sfchronicle, @NYTimes, others. Lauren@calmatters.org
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Nick Sestanovich
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Reporter, Santa Cruz Sentinel
@SCSentinel reporter. Formerly @Vacareporter. More active at other sites. (He/him)
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Peter Brennan
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Editor-in-Chief, Orange County Business Journal
Journalist 40+ yrs. Published 30k+ articles. Editor in Chief Orange County Business Journal. Reposts breaking news, influential, fun or interesting.
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Jack F. K. Bungart
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Group Editor, Vallejo Times-Herald
Illinois boy, Editor/Columnist. Love of 39 years: Grace. Pride/Joy: 2 sons. Hero: Boss. Teams: Cubs/Bears/Irish/Bulls/Hawks. Politics: Truth/Decency.
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Brock Wilbur
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Editor-in-Chief, The Pitch (Kansas City)
covering KC @thefastpitch/ Caring into the Void / prev @riotgames @crookedmedia @pastemagazine @bossfightbooks @vice
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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.