ProfNets of the Week

by admin ~ November 20, 2009

It’s time again to take a look at some of the strange and interesting queries from ProfNet, a service that sends us journalist queries and calls for sources dozens of times throughout the day. Enjoy!

FASHION/TODAY: Sarah Palin’s Shoes — iVillage/NBC
I’m doing a feature on the shoes Sarah Palin has worn. I’m trying to track down the actual shopping/brand info for any pair of shoes you’ve seen her wear. E-mail me if you have any leads, pitches or knowledge. Contact: XXXXXX

BEHAVIOR/TODAY: Dream Analysis — E! Online
I’m seeking dream analysts to discuss and parse imagery in the latest Lady Gaga video. Yes, really. Reply ASAP. Contact: XXXXXXX

NON-EXPERT: Anecdotes/Advice on Drinking at Holiday Company/Office Parties — Freelancer
I’m doing a story for a major career Web site on why it’s a good idea to be careful when it comes to drinking at company/office holiday parties. If you have any amusing or insightful or horrifying anecdotes of how drinking has gotten people (or even you) into trouble or embarrassing situations, I’d like to hear about them. We won’t use the names of the people in your stories, of course. Contact: XXXXXXX

CRIME/TODAY: Shoplifters Who Steal Pets — Cloaked
A journalist with a Southeast daily sends the following query: I seek an expert who knows about shoplifters who steal pets, or an expert in pet theft in general. Contact: XXXXXXX

HEALTH/TODAY: How Men Can Get Rid of Their Beer Belly — GateHouse Media
I’m interested in speaking to medical professionals about the best way for men to get rid of a beer gut. GateHouse Media publishes weekly and daily newspapers across the country. The story is running in a special health section that will be published in early January. I’m a freelancer. Contact: XXXXXXX