Journalism Quote by Marisha Pessl
““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.””
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.
Embrace collaborative brainstorming.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- newsrooms
- investigative projects
- breaking news
- media teams
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you ensure accuracy when ideas spread fast?
- What safeguards help keep speculation constructive?
Ideas can become rumors if not verified.