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Jordan Chariton is an independent investigative reporter known for his fearless, on-the-ground reporting on major issues like the Flint water crisis, Standing Rock protests, and the struggles of working-class Americans. His impactful stories have appeared in outlets like The Guardian, VICE News, and The Intercept. Chariton's coverage of critical issues such as homelessness, worker strikes, and political corruption has earned him a large following, especially through his independent news outlet, Status Coup. He is best known for his relentless reporting in Flint and Standing Rock, bringing attention to underreported crises and giving a voice to the voiceless.

In today’s episode, they delve into Jordan's motivations, his experiences covering critical issues like the Flint water crisis, and his ongoing endeavors to report stories often overlooked by mainstream media.

Takeaways:

• Give voice to the voiceless and expose injustice
• Stay grounded in stories
• Seek fulfillment over conventional success

Sound Bites:

"I want to give a voice to the voiceless."

"I had to dedicate more than one story to it." 

 

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LinkedIn:  linkedin.com/in/jordanchariton

Instagram:  Instagram.com/jordanchariton

Facebook: facebook.com/JordanChariton

Website:  statuscoup.com

Youtube:  youtube.com/@statuscoup

Book:  We the Poisoned: Exposing the Flint Water Crisis Cover-up and the Poisoning of 100,000 Americans

               

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