Parish Sharkey on Muck Rack

Parish Sharkey

(He/Him)
Memphis
As seen in: MSN New Zealand, Titans Wire, Aol, Yahoo Sports, The Daily Advertiser (Lafayette, LA), The News-Star, The Shreveport Times, Last Word On Sports, The Town Talk, Daily World
Covers:  NBA, NFL, NCAAF, NCAAB
Project Manager | Drone Pilot | Memphis Grizzlies Reporter - @bcmGrizzlies | Writer - @LastWordHoops | Contributor - @TheTitansWire
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Interview

Have you ever used a typewriter?

No. I know what it looks like and have seen it used before.

How is social media changing news?

Social media allows for news to be known in real time.

What's your favorite social network?

Twitter (X). It is the most relevant social media platform for sports news.

What advice can you offer to aspiring journalists?

You only need one Yes. No matter how many "no's"you get when applying for positions, just remember that you only need "yes."

What's your favorite drink?

Sprite
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