Olivia Reingold

Olivia Reingold is an American journalist known for her reporting and editorial leadership at The Free Press, where she serves as a staff writer. Her work includes in-depth field reporting, such as her investigation into child starvation in Gaza, which led major media outlets to update their coverage and generated public debate. Reingold's journalism focuses on uncovering complex issues and navigating sensitive international topics.

Before joining The Free Press, Reingold developed a portfolio across public radio and digital media. She was an executive producer at Grid, overseeing the audio department and developing podcasts, and co-created and executive produced "Bad Takes" with Vox cofounder Matthew Yglesias. Her early career included producing podcasts for POLITICO, facilitating conversations with global leaders, and reporting for Yellowstone Public Radio through Report for America, where she covered Native American issues and the epidemic of missing and murdered Indigenous women. Her reporting has appeared on NPR, and she has received awards for feature writing and radio reporting.

Reingold holds a Master of Science from Columbia University Graduate School of Journalism and a Bachelor of Arts from Oglethorpe University. Her coverage of addiction, tribal sovereignty, and policy demonstrates her ability to address challenging subjects and engage diverse audiences. Through investigative journalism, editorial leadership, and public speaking, Reingold is recognized as a voice in contemporary journalism.