CHARLATAN

The Exposé of Politics & Style

Contributors

We believe News and Information is a public trust; that Citizen Journalist is the steward of that trust; and entitled to report from his and her culture to the common welfare. For nearly a quarter of a century, Charlatan Magazine has asked: What are the utmost concerns in our world this week—and why? A republic relies upon fact-based, nonpartisan news impervious to opinion, propaganda, economic pressures, special interest groups and the cash nexus to place the People in the corridors of power. Charlatan Magazine is a registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit (prohibited from partisan political activity), and donations are tax-deductible for the donor. Your support marshals both opinion and bias to make this perspective in our world possible.

Angela Gala

A founding member of Tedx Charlotte, Angela Gala joined Charlatan Magazine in 2009 and turned an article into a recurring column: Letters From a Citizen of the World.

Dave Landy

He had a front row seat at the 2008 Financial Crisis. Dave Landy joined Charlatan Magazine to interview House Financial Services Committee Chairman Barney Frank, and was among the first to uncover Washington’s role in the years leading to the Global Financial Crisis.

Michelle Shail

Her interviews with an Episcopal Bishop, KRG's Agriculture Minister, the Ritz-Carlton founder and World Bank all drew uncanny parallels to grace. Michelle Shail has been a contributor and chum to Charlatan Magazine since 2008.

Matthew Flacks

He was a parliamentary analyst & barrister before joining Charlatan Magazine. From British Peers to Members of Parliament, Matthew Flacks has been on the beat in London since 2013.

Melissa St. Jean

The world was ordered to shelter in place in the Spring 2020. Psychotherapist MELISSA ST. JEAN explores why our exodus to an insular world and self introspection was among the enduring legacies of Covid-19.

Dylan Ashton Smith

His essay "One Summer No Phone" led to an interview with an enviornmental expert, war correspondent, and Nevada Senator. Dylan Ashton Smith lives in New York City.

Drew Gowing

His tenure on Capitol Hill confirmed that publishing ensures, supports & shapes the world of politics. Drew Gowing was appointed Editor-in-Chief in 2008.

Heather Ferguson

The Honorable Judge Heather Ferguson presides over the Roanoke Valley's District Juvenile and Domestic Relations Court. She joined Charlatan as a legal contributor in 2009.

Ana Coppiano

This Ecuadorian native has a front row seat to professional football, and joined Charlatan in 2024 to weigh in on the most watched television broadcast in U.S. history—Super Bowl LVIII.

Joshua Lundell

Joshua Lundell first appeared in our pages as a model; a side hustle from his tenure as Director of Push America; and Senior Vice President at Bank of America. He's been a collaborator and chum to Charlatan Magazine since 2008.

Ebba Karlsson

Swedish born Ebba Karlsson offers perspective of political psychology and professional coaching. She has endorsed global health policies and reporting since 2023.

Dr. David St. Jean

David St. Jean is a Doctor of Chiropractic and Functional Medicine, He joined Charlatan Magaizne in 2020 with his essay "The Alchemy of Covid-19."

Joel McPhee

The author of "Mastering Strategic Risk: A Framework for Leading and Transforming Organizations," Joel McPhee joined Charlatan in 2014 with a poignant interview with academy award winner, activist & ambassador Sir Sidney Poitier.

Laura Brown

A native of Yorkshire England, contributor Laura Brown joined Charlatan Magazine in 2014 with her runaway column Girly Brown: American Spin on British Traditions.

Scott Shail

A partner at Parker Poe, Attorneys and Counselors at Law, Scott Shail joined Charlatan Magazine in 2009.

Brenda Wensil

Brenda Wensil is a 25 year veteran of the financial services industry, and her feature entitled "Wachovia Meltdown" brought stirring and firsthand insights to the 2008 Financial Crisis. She's been a collaborator and chum to Charlatan since 2009.

Leslie Scocca Croft

A former editor at Harper’s Bazaar, America's First Fashion Magazine, Leslie Scocca Croft joined Charlatan Magazine in 2010 as the New York Bureau Chief. She is proud to have pioneered and pen: The Grand Bazaar.

Kristen Ashworth Curtis

Her riviting exposé "Billion Dollar Blackjack: The Story Of Corruption And The Los Angeles Times" offered insight, historical corrections, and a re-examination of the Prohibition Era through her family dynasty’s reclamation of the American Way.

David Record

David Record has been on the scene since the very dawn of the Technology Revolution, and been an invaluable creator, advisor & chum to Charlatan Publishing since 2008.

Kelly Hynes

Kelly Hynes is a partner at Ernst & Young, a global leader in advisory services, and joined Charlatan Magazine in 2011 with her essay "Breaking the Glass Ceiling."

Ashley Mahoney

Ashley Mahoney joined Charlatan to investiage how Walmart — the world's largest corporation — went afoul of the Foreign Corrupt Practices Act, was fined $282 million to settle the corruption probe, and why its unfair & illegal for American companies to bribe foreign economies.

Emily Gillespie

A first generation American, Emily Gillespie's Persian origin & influences gave perspective to her first assignment at the Mandarin Oriental Miami, and subsequent visit to MO Atlanta's luxury 5 star hotels and resorts worldwide.

Brooke Goodman

Former A&F model Brooke Goodman's exposé "Abercrombie & Fitch" examined why the company ditched their sexualized marketing campaigns for a growing influencer strategy toward body positivity. She joined Charlatan in 2020 with “The Black Swan Effect."

Shon O'Connor

Shon O'Connor joined Charlatan Magazine in 2009, and is proud to have pioneered and pen Style: comparing & contrasting the political craft from policy.

CHARLATAN

The Exposé of Politics & Style