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Welcome!

Morning Carpool delivers fresh news, stories, and trends to help jump-start your day. We provide our readers with content they rely on to stay relevant and informed.

Morning Carpool is as much about stories and ideas as it is about entertaining readers. I love spending hours reading up on my favorite topics and aim to bring ideas and insights I think will help boost your day.

Who Are We?

Our team is comprised of mostly millennials would are spread across the US- from Oregon to Florida. Our business philosophy is simple- research is important, but being in the know is paramount. We spend many hours a day reading and learning about topics that matter to us, so we can curate interesting articles that highlight the most important stories.

Yes, we are content junkies who spend too much time reading. But our hope is to save you some time and bring some of the highlights I have discovered to jump-start your day.

Morning Carpool: Values and Method

Our editorial team is the glue that holds everything together. They help source ideas, fact-check, review, organize, outreach, and publish our content weekly. All our content is original; however, we get inspiration from various sources (my favorite publications are Bloomberg and National Geographic), and we sometimes use AI or social media to help generate ideas. I currently write the majority of each piece myself.

We believe everyone should get a few key tidbits to improve their day, even if some days it’s more entertaining than serious.

When covering current events or polarizing topics, we try to maintain a centered, balanced approach. Our editorial team is committed to making sure we are not spreading any false news, facts, misleading information, or theories that have been invalidated by scientific research.

Meet the Team

Christina Holt

Editor

Christina Holt is dedicated to crafting compelling narratives where every word carries a purpose, and every story leaves an indelible mark. With a degree in journalism and English from Indiana University and an MBA from Wright State University, she seamlessly blends creativity with business acumen. You can often find her at a coffee shop or tucked away in her home office in the early morning hours, typing on her laptop.

Claire Batson

Editor

Just a new mom who loves to read, write, and consume content that is entertaining and thought provoking. I am proud to be on a team that highlights the little quirks of everyday people doing everyday life. If I’m not editing, I am out at my family’s farm with my husband, dogs, and baby enjoying the Texas heat year-round.

Ellen Sipp-Paris

Website Publisher / Content Research

Ellen Sipp-Paris is a content writer, editor, and publisher from Indianapolis. She’s an experienced B2C, SaaS, and eCommerce marketer who enjoys spending her spare time with her family.

Jaimie DeRidder

Writer / Research

Jamie DeRidder is a content creator and writer based out of Georgia. She has a Bachelor of Science in Psychology from Kennesaw State Univ and enjoys utilizing her extensive background in behavioral science to deliver thoughtful and engaging content to our readers.

Jody Shell

Editor & Writer

Jody Shell is our creative powerhouse and is responsible for writing, headlines, and editing. Jody is a passionate educator, skillful communicator, and expert mom. She holds a bachelor’s degree in education from Western Oregon University and a master’s degree in English from Ohio University. Jody brings her expertise in writing, teaching, and parenting to our readers, helping to deliver engaging and practical articles you’ll be excited to share with friends and family.

Kristina Wendell

Writer / Content Research

Kristina graduated from Eastern Connecticut State University with a B.S. in Business Administration with a concentration in marketing. She has over 15 years of experience in large and small organizations within the financial services and insurance industries.

Shanna Schlossberg

Editor / Website Publisher / Content Research

Shanna has masters degrees in education and public administration, specializing in curriculum and instructional development. In addition to her development experience, Shanna has extensive experience in proofreading and editing content.