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Good morning and happy November! Got a big month coming up, with lots of fun announcements - Stay tuned! Queries start now!
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Beauty and Wellness
Business and Finance
2) E-commerce founders: Is AI search recommending your brand? (LinkedIn Live) (RTM Nexus LinkedIn Live)
General
3) U.S.-based dog behavior expert needed re: tips for flying w/a puppy (PetMD)
5) The most luxurious new spas to try in 2027 (Travel and Retreat Magazine)
Lifestyle and Fitness
6) Planner, sticker, pen and desk gifts for a Gift Guide for the Planner Addict (3 Boys and a Dog)
7) Stocking Stuffers for Women (Yahoo Creators)
Public Policy and Government
8) Seeking Experts on Muslim Religious Freedom in U.S. Prisons (Islamic Horizons)
Travel
9) Strikes, protests and your travel insurance (Forbes)
****************************1) SUMMARY: Skincare Classics That Outperform Today's Expensive Beauty Products
CATEGORY: Beauty and Wellness
NAME: Zipporah Sandler
EMAIL: zippy@champagneliving.net
MUCK RACK URL: https://muckrack.com
MEDIA OUTLET: Champagne Living w/syndication to Yahoo, MSN & More
MEDIA WEBSITE: https://champagneliving.net
DEADLINE DATE: 2026-11-04
DEADLINE TIME: 12:00 pm
TIME ZONE: Eastern Standard Time
QUERY: For an upcoming beauty rituals feature, we're going back to basics and looking for old-school skincare classics that have stood the test of time, from iconic favorites like NIVEA Creme, Rosebud Salve, and La Baume to lesser-known drugstore treasures and heritage beauty brands that deserve a place on today's vanity. We're especially interested in products that have been around for decades, have loyal multigenerational followings, and deliver results that rival, or even surpass, their much pricier modern counterparts, including
Iconic skincare staples that remain relevant today.
Affordable beauty heroes like drugstore and budget-friendly favorites that deliver impressive results without luxury price tags.
Forgotten products that deserve to be rediscovered by a new generation.
Multitasking products that have earned their reputation by doing several jobs exceptionally well.
We'd particularly love to hear about products that your mother and grandmother swore by, and that we're now realizing may have been ahead of their time. As well as experts who can explain why some traditional formulas continue to hold their own against modern skincare innovations. We're really want to celebrate the products that prove great skincare doesn't need a luxury price tag, a celebrity endorsement, or a scientific-sounding name to be effective.
Please note: Product samples may be requested for editorial testing. All products will be evaluated independently.
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2) SUMMARY: E-commerce founders: Is AI search recommending your brand? (LinkedIn Live)
CATEGORY: Business and Finance
NAME: Dominick Miserandino
EMAIL: dominick@rtmnexus.com
MUCK RACK URL: https://muckrack.com
MEDIA OUTLET: RTM Nexus LinkedIn Live
MEDIA WEBSITE: https://rtmnexus.com
DEADLINE DATE: 2026-11-06
DEADLINE TIME: 5:00 pm
TIME ZONE: Eastern Standard Time
QUERY: RTM Nexus is hosting a LinkedIn Live panel called "ChatGPT Is Watching Your YouTube: How Brands Get Recommended by AI Search." We're looking for two e-commerce founders to join our moderator and a YouTube growth expert for a 45-minute conversation about how shoppers are finding products through ChatGPT, Google AI Overviews and other AI tools, and what role video plays in it.
We'd love to hear from you if:
- You're a founder, co-founder, owner, president or CMO
- Your brand does between $10M and $250M in annual revenue
- You sell direct to consumer online, ideally on Shopify
- You sell a differentiated product in a category like home, kitchen, food and beverage, baby, pet, wellness, outdoor or gear (we're not looking for general apparel or fashion brands, but performance or use-specific gear is welcome)
- You've seen your brand or products show up in AI answers, or you're actively working on it
The session will stream live on LinkedIn between November 30 and December 18 (exact date to be set with the panelists).
To be considered, please reply with:
1. Your name, title and company website
2. Your approximate annual revenue range
3. Your ecommerce platform
4. Two or three sentences on your experience with AI search, for example a time your brand was or wasn't recommended, or something you've tested to get there
5. Whether you're available for a 45-minute live session between November 30 and December 18, and any dates that don't work
6. Your LinkedIn profile URL
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3) SUMMARY: U.S.-based dog behavior expert needed re: tips for flying w/a puppy
CATEGORY: General
NAME: Yvonne Villasenor
EMAIL: hello@yvonnevillasenor.com
MUCK RACK URL: https://muckrack.com
MEDIA OUTLET: PetMD
MEDIA WEBSITE: https://www.petmd.com/
DEADLINE DATE: 2026-10-31
DEADLINE TIME: 12:00 am
TIME ZONE: Pacific Standard Time
QUERY: Hi! I'm looking for commentary from a U.S.-based dog behavior expert on how pet parents can best prepare for flying with a puppy.
Questions include:
1. How can you help a puppy acclimate and get more comfortable with being in a crate at home to help avoid stress when it’s time to travel?
2. For pet parents traveling with a puppy for the first time, how can they best plan food, water, potty breaks, and a walk before going to the airport?
3. How might airport security require a puppy to come out of their carrier at security checkpoints? What should pet parents be prepared to do?
4. What are a few of the best ways pet parents can help their puppy relax while traveling? Please share any recommended strategies and products (e.g. supplements, pheromones, medications from your veterinarian, etc.).
Thank you in advance! ☺️
*Please note: Only original responses from U.S.-based, certified dog behavior experts (e.g. CDBC, CAAB, DACVB) will be considered; I'm unable to interview any spokespeople for competing pet brands or use AI-generated responses from sources.
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4) SUMMARY: Colorful Watch Dials Are Having a Moment - Picks that aren't outrageously priced
CATEGORY: General
NAME: Zipporah Sandler
EMAIL: zippy@champagnelivingmedia.com
MUCK RACK URL: https://muckrack.com
MEDIA OUTLET: Champagne Living w/syndication to Yahoo, MSN & more
MEDIA WEBSITE: https://champagneliving.net
DEADLINE DATE: 2026-11-06
DEADLINE TIME: 12:00 pm
TIME ZONE: Eastern Standard Time
QUERY: It all started with the must-have Rolex Submariner green dial, but who can afford that these days? As holiday gift-giving approaches, we're featuring men's watches with colorful dials like emerald green, ocean blue, and more for the gift-giver. These will be featured in an upcoming syndicated men's style and accessories article for Champagne Living, MSN, and Yahoo. We're seeking watches that combine classic craftsmanship with modern, fashion-forward design.
We're especially interested in men's watches featuring colorful dials, from affordable everyday styles to "good" watches (affordable please). Watches with unique shades, textures, and finishes, including sunburst, gradient, and textured dials.
Also looking for expert insights into why colorful watch faces are trending and which colors will be HOT in 2027.
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5) SUMMARY: The most luxurious new spas to try in 2027
CATEGORY: General
NAME: Romy Nour
EMAIL: romy@travelandretreat.com
MUCK RACK URL: https://muckrack.com
MEDIA OUTLET: Travel and Retreat Magazine
MEDIA WEBSITE: https://travelandretreat.com
DEADLINE DATE: 2026-11-08
DEADLINE TIME: 6:00 pm
TIME ZONE: Eastern Standard Time
QUERY: I am currently working on a spa round-up for Travel & Retreat magazine on the Most Luxurious New Spas to book right now (worldwide). I am looking for:
- Innovative Spa Treatments
- New technology, practices
- Unique Facilities
- Themed Treatments
- Great Location
Please add visuals to your pitch. Spots are limited to 12.
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6) SUMMARY: Planner, sticker, pen and desk gifts for a Gift Guide for the Planner Addict
CATEGORY: Lifestyle and Fitness
NAME: Kelli Miller
EMAIL: kelli@3boysandadog.com
MUCK RACK URL: https://muckrack.com
MEDIA OUTLET: 3 Boys and a Dog
MEDIA WEBSITE: https://3boysandadog.com
DEADLINE DATE: 2026-11-04
DEADLINE TIME: 5:00 pm
TIME ZONE: Eastern Standard Time
QUERY: Mom blogger at 3 Boys and a Dog (3boysandadog.com), refreshing my Gift Guide for the Planner Addict (https://3boysandadog.com), going live late November or early December. Looking for physical product samples, from popular and little-known brands alike, for:
- Planners, inserts, notebooks and journals
- Stickers, washi tape, stamps, stencils and tabs
- Pens, highlighters, markers and sticky notes
- Bookmarks, paper clips, planner charms and dashboards
- Desk accessories, pen cases, bags and pouches for planners
Please send: brand/product name, a 2 to 3 sentence description, MSRP if available, a product image, a buy link, and whether you can ship a physical sample. Physical samples only, for inclusion consideration. There is no fee and no paid placement; this is an editorial gift guide, and anything included gets an honest write-up with a sample disclosure, and 3 Boys and a Dog follows the FTC Endorsement Guides.
Samples need to arrive by Wednesday, November 11, 2026, so US shipping works best.
Muck Rack: https://muckrack.com
Respond to: kelli@3boysandadog.com
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7) SUMMARY: Stocking Stuffers for Women
CATEGORY: Lifestyle and Fitness
NAME: Karen Kelly
EMAIL: seasonalcravings@outlook.com
MUCK RACK URL: https://muckrack.com
MEDIA OUTLET: Yahoo Creators
MEDIA WEBSITE: https://creators.yahoo.com/
DEADLINE DATE: 2026-11-22
DEADLINE TIME: 12:00 pm
TIME ZONE: Eastern Standard Time
QUERY: I'm looking for beauty, wellness, fashion, lifestyle, and other fun finds for an upcoming holiday gift guide for Yahoo Creators!
PR reps and brand representatives only. Please send product details, pricing, and links, and let me know if you send samples for editorial consideration.
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8) SUMMARY: Seeking Experts on Muslim Religious Freedom in U.S. Prisons
CATEGORY: Public Policy and Government
NAME: Jason Collins
EMAIL: jsncollins456@gmail.com
MUCK RACK URL:
MEDIA OUTLET: Islamic Horizons
MEDIA WEBSITE: https://islamichorizons.net/
DEADLINE DATE: 2026-11-02
DEADLINE TIME: 11:30 pm
TIME ZONE: Pacific Standard Time
QUERY: I'm a freelance journalist working on an assigned 1,200-word feature for Islamic Horizons examining religious freedom and the challenges incarcerated Muslims face when observing Ramadan, with a particular focus on Everglades Correctional Institution in Florida.
I'm seeking one additional source who can provide informed commentary or firsthand insight into Ramadan observance, religious accommodations, and the legal protections afforded to incarcerated Muslims.
Ideal sources include Muslim prison chaplains, civil rights attorneys specializing in religious freedom or prisoners' rights, formerly incarcerated Muslims, and advocates familiar with Islamic religious practices within Florida correctional institutions.
I'm particularly interested in discussing access to pre-dawn and sunset meals during Ramadan, opportunities for congregational prayer, institutional accommodation policies, and the challenges of maintaining religious identity and spiritual community while incarcerated.
Sources with direct knowledge of Everglades Correctional Institution or the Florida Department of Corrections are especially encouraged to respond, although relevant expertise in religious accommodations within U.S. prisons is also welcome.
I have already interviewed two sources and am seeking one final interview to complete the article.
Due to my editorial deadline, I would greatly appreciate responses as soon as possible, ideally with availability for a brief phone or email interview by Monday, November 2, 2026.
Please include your name, professional affiliation or relevant experience, and availability for an interview.
Thank you for your consideration!
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9) SUMMARY: Strikes, protests and your travel insurance
CATEGORY: Travel
NAME: Christopher Elliott
EMAIL: elliottcj@gmail.com
MUCK RACK URL: https://muckrack.com
MEDIA OUTLET: Forbes
MEDIA WEBSITE: https://www.forbes.com
DEADLINE DATE: 2026-11-04
DEADLINE TIME: 5:00 pm
TIME ZONE: Eastern Standard Time
QUERY: Europe faces a wave of work stoppages this month. France has a national strike on Nov. 5, and Spain has a 24-hour general strike on Nov. 11. Italy has rail and air traffic control strikes scheduled for Nov. 20-22. Weeks of protests in Paris have also closed museums and metro stations. I’m researching a story about what travel insurance covers when a strike or protest disrupts your trip.
I’d love to hear from travelers whose plans were affected by a strike or protest. What happened? Did you file a claim? Did your insurance company pay?
I also want to hear from travel insurance experts and travel advisors. When does a strike become a “foreseeable event” that a new policy won’t cover? How do policies treat civil unrest, curfews and closed attractions differently from strikes? What should travelers headed to Europe this month do now?
Please read this before answering. I’d be very grateful if you could send an initial response to my questions by email (elliottcj@gmail.com). 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. Do not use an AI to generate a response. 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. No travel bloggers, SEO/GEO specialists, personal injury attorneys, contractors and influencers, please. I can't guarantee a link back to your website or business and I am unable to respond to requests for a link. More information: https://www.elliott.org
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