Samantha Costa

To our moms, he was a heart throb. To journalism majors everywhere, he was Bob Woodward in All The Presidents Men. Rest easy, Robert Redford.

It doesn’t stop at the headline or the lead, folks. 😂 “I get having a potty mouth when driving, I’m guilty of it myself, but having a potty on someone else’s car is an entirely different animal. If that’s what urineto behind closed doors, fine, but it’s a really crappy way to act in public.”

Don’t tempt me with a good time. I’m a partial season ticket holder and adore the Phillies.

Can a seasoned health writer and editor apply to be an intern for @philliesnation.bsky.social ?Probably not. But wouldn’t that be fun! Share this with a budding sports journalist in your network, and go Phils!

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A good friend of mine presented: Why Working Harder Isn't Working | Danielle Roberts | TEDxEustis - Check it out: www.youtube.com/watch?v=E1d6... #TEDtalk

Well deserved shift. Your features are beautifully written. I’m excited to see more.

Hi there. This wasn’t a call for writers. Just here to network. Thanks!

I worry I’ve communicated my intentions incorrectly here, and that can happen on social media. I’m eager to network with folks in the COPD, IBD, and T2D space, as I’m still finding my groove on Blue Sky. I’m not adding any writers to our team. I’m interested in networking for now. Thanks all!

Jillian, so nice to meet you. Let’s connect. I’m not adding to our team right now but eager to network with folks in this space on BlueSky. Thanks!

Let’s connect. I’m not adding to our team right now but eager to network with folks in this space on BlueSky. Thanks!

Hi Regina! Thanks for the reply. I’m not adding to our writer team right now but I’ll reach out if that changes. However, I’m happy to connect here. Have a great weekend!

Hi Brett! Thanks for the reply. I’m not adding to our writer team right now but I’ll reach out if that changes. Regardless, I’m happy to connect here. Have a great weekend!

Hi there #medsky I’m a health editor for Bezzy, Healthline’s chronic disease community platforms. I assign and edit #T2D, #COPD, and #IBD content to patient advocates and freelance writers. I’m always looking to network with folks in these medical specialties. Let’s connect!

I’m so excited to watch!

Amazing opportunity! #journalism #communications

Finding sustainable work you love in an era of relentless layoffs In this webinar, AHCJ's Anna Medaris will lead a conversation with writers, editors and industry experts about life after layoffs.

Anyone navigating #freelance writing should attend this: healthjournalism.org/event/findin... #AHCJ

If you’re looking for a talented health and wellness SEO writer (and former practicing RD), reach out to Sarah Glinski. 🤍 #healthjournalism #health #nutrition #wellness

Thanks for the reminder! I just found an old article I wrote about “The Dress.”😂

#TheDress is a “trick” of the brain Last week, social media was abuzz over a photo of a dress posted to the blogging site Tumblr. While the debate over whether the color of a dress is black and blue or white and gold continues, experts ...

It’s been 10 years since I interviewed experts about “the dress” buzz for Healio. www.healio.com/news/psychia... #thedress

If you’re in need of talented community health managers with expertise in content strategy and engagement, please let me know. I’ll point you in their direction. Undeniably talented folks at one of my former employers are on the hunt for a new opportunity.

Working from a coffee shop in Center City on the Friday before the Eagles play in the Super Bowl is giving me life. 10/10 would recommend. #GoBirds

Is anyone looking for a seasoned senior copywriter or manager of marketing content with a diverse resume? My husband is looking for a new opportunity. He’s been in and out of roles since 2021 due to layoff after layoff, based on business decisions (not performance).

Oh my gosh, I forgot about the OA and now I’m angry all over again

Just got off of a video call with a PhD student who’s interested in science and health writing. I shared some tips and tricks I’ve picked up in my career. What are some you’d share with a young professional?

Check out these helpful tips written by a former colleague. #healthjournalism #journalism #healthcare #misinformation

I know a guest editor for Accessible Journeys Magazine looking to interview seniors who travel with a #disability, which can be physical, mental, #neurodivergent, sight or hearing impaired, etc. If you or someone you know are interested in sharing your story, I can connect you.

How to help those affected by fires raging across Los Angeles County Those looking to assist residents affected by the Los Angeles County firestorm have a number of options to donate money, materials or their time.

Some current and former coworkers have had to evacuate their homes. I can’t imagine. I just feel so helpless. Here’s a list of ways to help here on the other side of the country for anyone else feeling the same. www.latimes.com/california/s...

5 dead, more than 2,000 structures burned as new fire hits Hollywood Hills More than 2,000 structures have burned and at least five people are dead in wildfires burning across L.A. County. Red flag warnings remained in effect for Los Angeles County and much of Ventura County...

Shoutout to the Los Angeles Times reporters who are doing essential journalism under very difficult circumstances.

They’ve dropped their paywall, but their ongoing coverage is a good reminder of why local newsrooms need support — and what we lose when those outlets are hollowed out.

My friend is gearing up for her book release. Check it out.

Wicked …still. 😂