yatt O’Brian Evans is a journalist, author, radio personality, voice-over (V/O) instructor and talent, and Intimate Partner Violence and Abuse (IPV/A) subject matter expert (SME)/advocate/speaker. Arguably the quintessential Renaissance man, Evans wears many diverse and colorful hats, combining journalism, storytelling, education, advocacy, and media to inform, entertain, and inspire.
s a journalist, his work has appeared in numerous respected print and online publications, including The Advocate, The Huffington Post, Washington Blade, The Washington Post, Baltimore Gay Life, Bilerico, Gay Male Journal, and Baltimore OUTloud. Entrepreneurially, Evans is the founder, editor-in-chief, and lead writer of WyattEvans.com, a leading online news, features, commentary, and entertainment publication serving the LGBTQ+ community and its allies. Readers from nearly 100 countries visit the site to engage with its timely journalism and thought-provoking commentary.
riting has always been part of Evans’s DNA. From childhood, he immersed himself in storytelling—writing poems, short stories, and even creating his own comic book series, complete with original illustrations! (Marvel Comics, eat your heart out.) That lifelong passion evolved into the acclaimed Nothing Can Tear Us Apart (NCTUA) series of Gay/SGL novels, celebrated for its compelling characters and fearless exploration of issues affecting the LGBTQ+ community. The newest installment in the series is RUTHLESS!, which continues the saga while confronting the often-overlooked issue of Intimate Partner Violence and Abuse (IPV/A).
ommunication has always come naturally to Wyatt. He was speaking in complete sentences before his first birthday, making his evolution into a radio personality almost inevitable. Through his eponymous podcast, WYATT!, he spotlights, examines, and dissects timely, relevant, and thought-provoking issues affecting the LGBTQ+ community–engaging listeners in candid conversations that challenge assumptions and encourage open and honest dialogue. His YouTube channel is https://www.youtube.com/@WyattOutLoud
s a voice-over instructor and professional voice talent, Evans has built a distinguished career behind the microphone. He coaches aspiring voice actors through individualized and group instruction, helping them become polished professionals while also strengthening their communication skills for the workplace. As a voice-over artist, he has performed commercial radio spots, narrations, and educational productions. Among his proudest professional achievements is providing voice-over work for former Secretary of State Colin Powell’s “America’s Promise” organization.
r. Evans is also a subject matter expert on Intimate Partner Violence and Abuse within the LGBTQ+ community. As both a journalist and survivor, he has researched, reported on, written about, and personally experienced the devastating impact of IPV/A. His lived experience, combined with years of professional research and advocacy, has made him a strong voice on an issue that remains significantly underreported and misunderstood.
s LGBTQ+ Committee Chair of the National Trauma Education and Policy Board, Evans is dedicated to increasing awareness, reducing stigma, and promoting prevention through education. His seminars, workshops, presentations, and media appearances demonstrate that Intimate Partner Violence and Abuse is not only a pressing public health issue but also one that is preventable through education, intervention, and community engagement. His personal and professional journey has been featured by media outlets nationwide, including The U.S. Times.
yatt O’Brian Evans earned Bachelor of Arts degrees in Journalism and Political Science from The George Washington University. He resides in the Washington, D.C., metropolitan area.