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The Freelance Journalism Podcast

Institute for Independent Journalists
Freelance Journalism
Freelancers Of Color
Freelance Writing
Newsletters
Monetization Strategies
Cybersecurity
AI Newsletters
Guest Essay
Op-Ed Section
Editorial Process
Pitching
Bylines
Airbnb
Los Angeles
Growth Marketing
Pcmag
Seen, Heard and Paid
Creative Nonfiction
Writing Process
LGBTQ Advocacy

A podcast about the art and business of freelance journalism, from the Institute for Independent Journalists.

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Latest Episodes

Global nonprofit newsroom Mongabay covers environmental change and its consequences for communities. Editor Latoya Abulu leads the Indigenous news desk, and focuses on how Indigenous communities navigate climate change and other threats. She relies h... more

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Dr. Kortni Alston Lemon specializes in happiness. As the founder of the Kortni Alston Lemon Media (KALM) Institute for Workplace Wellbeing, she has made it her mission to improve the mental health of newsrooms, by offering mental health first aid tra... more

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Tyler Huckabee, managing editor for the religion-focused digital magazine Sojo.net, says a powerful story about religion needs to be specific and spark an emotion. Creative freelancers can find the faith angle almost anywhere – particularly in the cu... more

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Betsy Ladyzhets and Miles W. Griffis and the co-founders and lead editors of the Sick Times, a website devoted to chronicling Long COVID from all angles. Based on opposite coasts, Ladyzhets and Griffis founded the Sick Times in 2023 to continue provi... more

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Recent Guests

Alan Henry
Managing editor at PCMag and author of the book 'Seen, Heard and Paid'
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Episode: Pitching Alan Henry at PCMag your cybersecurity stories
Gil Asakawa
A Denver-based freelance journalist specializing in Japanese-American culture and music journalism
Nichi Bay News, Pacific Citizen, Huffington Post, Rolling Stone
Episode: Finding your niche with freelance journalist Gil Asakawa
Lex Roman
Marketing consultant focused on helping journalists and freelancers monetize their work.
Journalists Pay Themselves
Episode: Can you make $3k a month on a newsletter? Lex Roman explains how
Lisa Kwon
Freelance reporter and writer covering pop culture and Los Angeles happenings
Episode: What to do when you've been sued, with freelance journalist Lisa Kwon
Fin Leary
Program manager at We Need Diverse Books, journalist, and faculty member at Emerson College.
We Need Diverse Books
Episode: Freelancing across genres with Fin Leary of We Need Diverse Books
Katie Kingsbury
Opinion Editor at The New York Times
The New York Times
Episode: Make your pitch stand out with advice from NY Times Opinion Editor Katie Kingsbury
Chris Gayomali
Freelance writer and former articles editor for GQ.
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Episode: Leveraging bylines to boost your freelance career with ex-GQ editor Chris Gayomali

Host

Catherine Reynolds Lewis
Host and prominent figure in the field of freelance journalism, Catherine brings insights from her extensive experience advocating for independent journalists. She emphasizes the importance of community and support in the journalism sector.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 16 ratings
  • Thoughtful Podcast

    This is an excellent podcast for anyone looking to succeed as a freelance journalist!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Running on sugar
    United States10 months ago
  • Necessary Resource

    As the mainstream media industry continues to subsidize its cost by underpaying freelancers, organizations like the Institute for Independent Journalists become increasingly important. This is an essential resource and podcast for our times.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    BirdCov
    United Statesa year ago
  • Smart, cogent, engaging

    What an amazing enterprise! I hope the IIJ prospers - it can have a huge impact on a vital component of our society.

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    ordbummed
    United Statesa year ago

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Listeners appreciate the focus on diversity and representation in media, highlighting the importance of underrepresented voices.
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The podcast is considered essential for freelancers navigating the challenges of the journalism industry.

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#208
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Apple Podcasts
#245
Canada/Business/Careers

Talking Points

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What to do when you've been sued, with freelance journalist Lisa Kwon
Q: What would you do differently based on all of these really tough experiences?
Lisa states she would ensure to have written confirmation of a newsroom's insurance policy to protect freelancers like herself.
What to do when you've been sued, with freelance journalist Lisa Kwon
Q: Can you quantify at all, like, the amount of money you spent and then the amount of time that you could have been working?
Lisa reveals she incurred $10,760.58 in legal and court fees while dealing with the lawsuit, emphasizing the time and financial impact it had on her freelance work.
What to do when you've been sued, with freelance journalist Lisa Kwon
Q: Can you start by telling us just how you got into journalism and what your career path has been like?
Lisa explains she initially didn't see journalism as a viable career and transitioned from a corporate job into freelance journalism to cover Los Angeles' underreported stories.
Can you make $3k a month on a newsletter? Lex Roman explains how
Q: How can journalists provide enough value for people to subscribe?
By curating content, emphasizing storytelling, and engaging unique audience interests.
Can you make $3k a month on a newsletter? Lex Roman explains how
Q: What is the secret sauce for monetizing a newsletter?
Getting comfortable with self-promotion and understanding reader motivations.

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2. Gil Asakawa
3. Lex Roman
4. Lisa Kwon
5. Fin Leary
6. Katie Kingsbury
7. Chris Gayomali

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