Rachel Curry: Freelance Success, AI Reporting, and Cutting Through Corporate Jargon

Rachel Curry, a freelance reporter contributing to CNBC and Observer, discussed her journey into freelancing, emphasizing the importance of pitching to editors and building relationships. She highlighted the challenges of standing out amidst numerous pitches and the value of relevant, non-trite stories, particularly in tech and AI. Curry also announced her upcoming newsletter, "Acronym," set to launch in December 2024, which aims to cut through corporate jargon and focus on impactful, candid stories. She noted the shift towards newsletters and the evolving media landscape, including her teaching journalism in Australia, which now includes multimedia forms like TikTok and podcasts.