Nicholas Rice, PEOPLE Magazine

Welcome to this episode of Coffee with a Journalist! Today we sit down with Nicholas Rice, Senior Editor at People magazine, for a conversation about the ins and outs of working at one of the world’s most iconic publications. Get ready for actionable insights on how publicists can stand out in a packed inbox, what kinds of pitches catch Nicholas’s attention, and how collaboration happens behind the scenes at People. Nicholas also pulls back the curtain on managing breaking news over weekends, the importance of authentic relationships with publicists, and what sets People's newsroom apart from the cutthroat stereotypes you see in the movies. Plus, hear about the launch of the new People app and why Nicholas believes the magazine is stronger than ever. Whether you’re a publicist, journalist, or just a People superfan, this episode is packed with warmth, passion, and practical tips for thriving in media today. Grab your coffee and enjoy!

"Coffee with a Journalist" features candid conversations with top tier journalists.

Each week OnePitch Co-Founder, Beck Bamberger, speaks 1:1 with editors, reporters, and journalists to uncover their publicist pet peeves, favorite books, outlook on the future of journalism, and more. Sometimes, we even drink coffee.

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