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“There was an unspoken understanding that when a reporter chased a story, hunches and theories became airborne and other reporters could catch them like a cold.” quote by Marisha Pessl
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““There was an unspoken understanding that when a reporter chased a story, hunches and theories became airborne and other reporters could catch them like a cold.””

Marisha Pessl

About This Quote

Source Book: The Lost Spy by Marisha Pessl, 2020

Journalists share ideas and hunches rapidly, turning speculation into a collective, contagious resource.

In simple terms: Reporters spread theories like a cold.

Key Takeaway

Embrace collaborative brainstorming.

Themes

journalism communication creativity

Mood

energetic curious

Type

observational analytical

When to use this quote

  • newsrooms
  • investigative projects
  • breaking news
  • media teams

Key Concepts

information diffusion network effects

Questions to Reflect On

  • How do you ensure accuracy when ideas spread fast?
  • What safeguards help keep speculation constructive?
A Different Perspective

Ideas can become rumors if not verified.

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