John Newby
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Senior Writer at Savage Ventures covering NASCAR. @NMPAOnline member. I enjoy my life. fanbuzz.com/racing
Interview
What was your first job as a journalist?
Covering the Oregon State Beavers
Have you ever used a typewriter?
yes
How is social media changing news?
It makes it easier to distribute false information.
How do you prefer to be pitched on stories?
Email
Why did you become a journalist?
To provide in-depth sports information.
Did you work for your high school newspaper? If so, what did you do there?
no
When's the best time to pitch you?
mid-morning.
What's the best pitch you ever got?
The opportunity to interview about Jared Allen. It wasn't promoting any products. It was just a straightforward discussion.
What's your favorite drink?
coffee
Aside from your own, what's your favorite publication to read?
The Athletic
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