Meet the Minds Behind Shortlysts

Our team of quick-thinking, savvy writers is dedicated to bringing you only the essentials—no fluff, just the good stuff. Get to know the brilliant individuals who craft each Shortlyst and keep you ahead of the curve with lightning-fast reads.

Jason Belcher is former U.S. Air Force officer and veteran of the Iraq War. He is the recipient of the Iraq Campaign Medal, the U.S. Air Force Expeditionary Service Medal, the National Defense Medal, and the Global War on Terrorism Service Medal.

Trained as a historian, he is currently the executive director for a regional historical museum in Kentucky. Jason holds a Master of Science degree in International Relations from Troy State University and he also received a Bachelor’s Degree in History with Departmental Honors from the University of Kentucky.

He has written extensively on foreign affairs for a number of publications and is a regular guest on WVLK 590 AM Talk Radio. Jason is the author of several books, most recently Invasion Z: Russia’s Onslaught, Ukraine’s Heroic Resistance, and the Brink of World War III.

Ty Flores studied International Business at FIU and began his career as a financial planner before transitioning into writing, where he covers finance, investing, and politics. In addition to his work in financial journalism, he is an accomplished outdoor and culinary writer, with multiple articles published in both print and digital magazines.

Eric Moody is a communication professional with 7+ years of experience in multimedia and print journalism.

He is a graduate of Mansfield University of Pennsylvania, possessing a B.S. in Communication with a concentration in Electronic Media.

Born and raised in Philadelphia, Pa., Eric has produced many story features and news articles with intent to empower and inform readers.

In his spare time, he enjoys fitness training, playing basketball, and taking fun family trips.

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