NewZ + FunnieZ + Pitches to Start the Week

Vol. 26

HelloZ

Hellloooo friendZ! It’s Monday and what else is there to say except … we’re here! SO glad you’re here with me. Today, Zlata Thoughts brings you newZ and funnieZ (because that’s the proper way to read the newZ after all!) plus a reminder for pitcheZ. In the wise words of ancient philosopher Tiësto, let’s get down to business. 

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NewZ to AmuZe

(And this week, some to use!)

• TikTok tests 3 new ad formats: Video Shopping Ads, which allow brands to highlight products in the video feed. Catalog Listing Ads, where brands can feature their product catalogs across the app. And LIVE Shopping Ads, which will direct users from the For You page to a live brand event.

• Walmart adds Paramount+ to its premium membership offer. Starting next month, Walmart+ customers will be able to access Paramount+ at no extra cost. 

• When you have to worry about Granny slanging dope. An 81-year-old Danish woman was arrested in Warsaw with 5 kilos of heroin estimated to be worth $515,000. 

• Explorers found a dog in a Missouri cave that had been missing for 2 months. Not only did the dog survive more than 60 days on her own, but she was also almost 14 years old! Who’s a good girl? 

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FunnieZ

Everyone’s favorite dose of dopamine.

kai™ @kaicomedy

noooo that's my emotional support 8,000 screenshots i haven't looked at since taking

trash jones @jzux

every restaurant should have a little bed you can lie down in if you eat too much

Liam Sheedy @Sheeds1984

I’m not saying this clock the wife got from Kmart is shit, but the alarm didn’t go off this morning and the time is now 9:77

Steve @HybridOriginal_

i guess my fav childhood memory is my back not hurting lol

Joe Rumrill @2tonbug

“Is white wine all you have?” No, I can do any

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PitcheZ

Here’s a look at what I’m writing at the moment. Pitch me!

LittleThings

• The Best Desk Organizers Looking for anything cute and stylish, useful and efficient.

• Best Mattress Brands

CafeMom

• Best UnderEye Creams Please also let me know if they’re pregnancy safe. I need a few of those.

• Mandy Moore Fave Pregnancy Products Did your client make it into Mandy Moore’s hands? Tell me about it!

Mom.com

• Best Diapers Bags That Are Functional and Stylish

• Matching Halloween PJs for the Whole Family

ALSO…

I am pitching a stories about:

• Best tools for KIDS to be organized at school

• Women’s fall dresses that are perfect for school pickup and moms night out.

How to pitch:

1. Email zlatapitches@gmail.com with the related subject line

2. Include product name, a description, link(s) where it can be purchased

3. Please create a new email for each pitch so that I can stay organized

4. Product should be a part of an affiliate network and/or available at a major retailer. If you’re not sure about your brand, feel free to ask me.

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One Last Note

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