The Heart and Passion Behind Jordan Chariton's Investigative Journalism

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." Connect and Discover 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 𝗙𝗢𝗟𝗟𝗢𝗪 𝗠𝗘 𝗢𝗡: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mickunplugged/ Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/mick-unplugged Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/mickunplugged/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCIPaMel-Fb4zQmCSZDPHu4A LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mickhunt/ Website: https://www.mickhuntofficial.co m See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices