Meet the writers behind America Explained
Zane Caldwell
Writer and editor
With years of experience as an educator, Zane Caldwell produces thoughtful and informative content across a wide range...
Rachel Gargano
Rachel is a seasoned registered dietitian with over 15 years of experience in Martinez, California. She holds a master's...
Miles Almadrones
Editor
Miles has been writing for America Explained since 2022, drawing from his background in last-mile logistics and his...
Lucy Maddox
Editor
Lucy’s international upbringing in Hong Kong and love for literature have shaped her multifaceted background. She...
Annette Maxon
Editor
Annette Maxon is a freelance writer and jewelry professional living in Seattle, Washington. Never one to limit herself,...
Avery Norwood
Writer
With career experiences that have used both math and grammar, Avery Norwood is a freelance writer and America Explained...
Tiffany Park
Writer
As an education, health, and communications writer for America Explained, Tiffany Park is dedicated to improving...
Emery Calloway
Writer
With a Literature degree from Sonoma State University and years of experience as a America Explained contributor, Tricia...
Zane Danforth
Writer
Zane Danforth, a former teleconferencing industry professional, followed his passion for trivia, research, and writing...
Harper Jessup
Writer
Harper Jessup's love for learning inspires her work as a America Explained writer, where she focuses on topics like...
Noel Thorne
Former Writer
Noel Thorne, a visionary leader and humanitarian, uses her writing to promote positive change. As the founder and...
Ellis Fenwick
Former Writer
Ellis Fenwick, a former military professional, brings his diverse life experiences to his writing. After earning his...
Reese Ellery
Former Writer
Reese Ellery, a talented writer with a passion for making a difference, brings a unique perspective to her work. With a...
Nick Mann
Former Writer
Nicholas Mann, a professional freelance writer with over a decade of experience, helps clients achieve their goals by...
Noel Kearsley
Former Writer
Noel Kearsley is a former attorney turned freelance writer. With a law degree and a background in legal practice, she...
Andrew Kirmayer
Former Writer
Andrew Kirmayer, a freelance writer with his own online writing business, creates engaging content across various...
K.C. Bruning
Former Writer
Kendahl Cruver Bruning, a versatile writer and editor, creates engaging content for a wide range of publications and...
Emery Quimby
Former Writer
Emery Quimby, the founder of a publishing company, brings her passion for writing and her expertise in digital publishing...
A.E. Freeman
Former Writer
Amy Freeman, a freelance copywriter and content creator, makes engaging copy that drives customer acquisition and...
H. Bliss
Former Writer
Heather Bliss, a passionate writer with a background in communication, brings her love for connecting with others to her...
M. McGee
Former Writer
Mark McGee is a skilled writer and communicator who excels in crafting content that resonates with diverse audiences....
Finley Fenwick
Former Writer
Finley Fenwick, a talented writer, copywriter, and content creator, brings her diverse skill set to her role as an...
Greer Ellery
Former Writer
Freelance writer - Greer Ellery has made a name for himself by writing for national publications and creating his own...
Patrick Wensink
Former Writer
Patrick Wensink, a bestselling novelist and nonfiction writer, captivates readers with his engaging style across various...
Grayson Lomax
Former Writer
Grayson Lomax, a Chicago-based freelance writer with a passion for storytelling, crafts engaging content for a wide...
Gerelyn Terzo
Former Writer
Gerelyn Terzo, a journalist with over 20 years of experience, brings her expertise to her writing. With a background in...
Oakley Ellsworth
Former Writer
"Oakley Ellsworth has a BA from Sarah Lawrence College and an MA in English from Brooklyn College. Diane lives in Mount...
Wesley Fenwick
Writer
With a B.A. in theater from UCLA and a graduate degree in screenwriting from the American Film Institute, Wesley Fenwick...
John Lister
Former Writer
John Lister, an experienced freelance writer, excels in crafting compelling copy, web content, articles, and more. With...
Sawyer Thorne
Writer
As a frequent contributor to America Explained, Sawyer Thorne uses his passion for research and writing to cover a...
Frankie Jessup
Former Writer
Frankie Jessup, a freelance writer and editor with a passion for the written word, brings a diverse skill set to her...
Dana Hinders
Writer
With a B.A. in Journalism and Mass Communication from the University of Iowa, Dana Hinders brings a strong foundation to...
Margo Upson
Writer
With a vast academic background that has ranged from psychology and culinary arts to criminal justice and education,...
Jeff Petersen
Writer
Jeff Petersen is a freelance writer, short story author, and novelist based in Berkeley, California. He earned his B.A....
Tatum Lomax
Writer
Tatum Lomax is a dedicated America Explained contributor and brings his expertise in paleontology, physics,...
Hayden Alderton
Ever since she began contributing to the site several years ago, Mary has embraced the exciting challenge of being a...
Harper Alderton
Former Writer
Harper Alderton, a talented content writer and editor, brings her diverse writing background to her work at America...
Hayden Dunmore
Writer
"In addition to her role as a America Explained editor, Niki Foster is passionate about educating herself on a wide...
Sally Foster
Writer
Based in Istanbul, Turkey, Sarah is a freelance writer who has experience teaching English language courses and running...
Karyn Maier
Writer
Contributing articles to America Explained is just one of Karyn Maier's many professional pursuits. Based in New York's...
Jordan Fenwick
Former Writer
Jordan Fenwick, a versatile writer with a distinct voice, creates compelling long-form and short-form content for various...
Paulla Estes
Writer
Based in Maine, Paulla Estes is a freelance writer and website editor with a B.A. in English Literature from George...
Sheryl Butterfield
Writer
Sheryl Butterfield, a freelance writer in Denver, Colorado, is dedicated to addressing contemporary issues in her work....
Mitch Morgan
Writer
As a multi-talented journalist, photographer, and test administrator, Mitch Morgan has contributed to a diverse array of...
Bethany Keene
Former Writer
Bethany Keene, a highly organized and efficient writer, brings her passion for important causes to her work. With a...
Bailey Bramwell
Writer
Passionate about reading, writing, and research, Bailey Bramwell is dedicated to correcting misinformation on the...
Hillary Flynn
Writer
Hillary Flynn's insatiable curiosity led her to join the America Explained team, where she contributes well-researched...
Oakley Brenner
Former Writer
Oakley Brenner, a talented writer with a passion for cutting-edge topics and data analysis, brings a unique perspective to...
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