Reveal A Decade of Reveal
Dec 27, 2025
In this engaging celebration of ten years of impactful journalism, investigative reporter Aaron Glantz reveals how he uncovered alarming trends in veterans' opioid prescriptions, highlighting the overdose crisis. He shares the poignant story of Tim Fazio, illustrating how data can empower local journalists. Additionally, insights into reporting on water shortages in California and labor abuses in the Dominican Republic showcase the team's relentless pursuit of truth. Listen as they reflect on how these investigations have shaped awareness and prompted significant reforms.
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VA Records Uncovered Veteran Opioid Crisis
- Aaron Glantz obtained a decade of VA opioid prescription records via a FOIA request, revealing a 270% prescribing increase since 9/11.
- He used those records to spotlight veterans' overdose deaths and train local journalists to report on the crisis.
Recording A Veteran's Nighttime Struggle
- Aaron Glantz spent nights in a veteran's apartment recording intimate moments to show the human toll of addiction.
- He documented Tim Fazio's non-acute pain use of thousands of opioid pills to convey why prescriptions led to dependency.
Share Data To Amplify Investigations
- Share data and train local journalists to extend an investigation's reach and impact.
- Use centralized data as a tool to empower reporting across communities and prompt policy attention.