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Abe Schwadron
Verified
Senior Director, Social and Digital Content, FanDuel TV
senior director, social & editorial content @FanDuel // former senior editor @SLAMonline
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Miles Kampf-Lassin
Verified
Web Editor, In These Times
@inthesetimesmag senior editor. Words at @guardian @jacobinmag @thenation. Email: mkampflassin@gmail.com. Opinions my own. Try to name a bad potato dish.
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Kyle Williams
Verified
Sports Reporter, Chicago Sun-Times
Current: Sun-Times sports writer /The Full Go pod (Ringer)/Medill alum/ RFA/SNL enthusiast Past: @nandosports/@WatchMarquee/ NABJ/ Kylew99@hotmail.com
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Sarah Freeman
Verified
Writer and Editor, Freelance
Writer and editor for hire. Formerly @readoctober @eaterchicago @zagat. Founder @SaucedMarket.
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Cody Nelson
Verified
Journalist and Producer, Freelance
independent journalist/podcast maker | currently @campsidemedia | listen to @parkspod
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Amara Rozgus
Verified
Editor-in-Chief and Content Strategy Leader, Consulting-Specifying Engineer
Media guru on MEP/FP #engineering, construction, and technology.
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Gabriel Aikins
Verified
Journalist, Freelance
Entertainment journalist. Bylines @FanbyteMedia @RecordingAcad @mtvnews @WIRED @inputmag. Frequent username changer. gabrielpaikins(at)gmail(dot)com
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Angelo Calvello
Verified
Independent Columnist, Institutional Investor
Thinking and writing about philosophy, the future of beneficial investing, and artificial intelligence. All views are my own. RT≠ endorsement.
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Elizabeth Brandon
Verified
Freelance Contributor, Freelance
digital communications, nonprofit advocacy, and writing 📚 @UChicago '19 She/Her pronouns | All views are my own
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Mike Sula
Verified
Food and Drink Writer, Chicago Reader
Chicago Reader food and drink writer. James Beardo. ธีมะ วิจิตรประพันธ์
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mik***@***.com
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Frequently Asked Questions
How do I find journalists in Chicago?
Use filters by beat, industry, journalist type, or outlet to narrow your search and discover journalists based in Chicago who cover topics relevant to your story.Do you provide email contacts for Chicago 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 Chicago journalists by beat or outlet?
Absolutely. You can refine by industry beat or specific publications to find Chicago journalists with expertise and reach in your area.What profile details are shown for Chicago 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 Chicago journalists for outreach?
Yes. Premium users can export lists of Chicago-based journalists to CSV or XLSX files and use them in PR or media campaigns.How frequently are Chicago 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 Chicago 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.