David Halberstam on Muck Rack

David Halberstam

  • Publisher and Editor, Sports Broadcast Journal
Florida, New York

Interview

Have you ever used a typewriter?

yes---years ago

How is social media changing news?

The news cycle is lightning quick

What does it mean to be a journalist?

Paint a fair and graphic picture

How do you prefer to be pitched on stories?

email from those passionate about sports broadcasting

What tools and software do you use to do your job?

WordPress and Word

What's your favorite social network?

It depends on the goal- It's between Facebook and Twitter

Who do you wish followed you?

sports fan - especially those who follow sports broadcasters

Why did you become a journalist?

I'm a hybrid professional -I called NBA games on radio, ran Westood One Sports, wrote two books, did pieces for website, USA Today, LA Times.

Did you work for your high school newspaper? If so, what did you do there?

no

What story are you most proud of writing or working on?

Profiles on Vin Scully (several), Story on aging broadcasters, Top 50 all-time network TV sports announcers and more

What advice can you offer to aspiring journalists?

Write about things yo have a passion for

What's your favorite drink?

Coca Cola

When you're not at a computer, where are you most likely to be?

relaxing

Aside from your own, what's your favorite publication to read?

Barron's

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