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David's Early Life and Family
- David Roberts moved to Seattle without job skills or experience and started working low-level tech jobs before getting into climate journalism.
- He shared stories about his family including his dogs and cat, highlighting his personal life beyond his professional work.
Philosophy Shapes Climate Perspective
- Philosophy trained David Roberts to think critically about systems and arguments, aiding his climate journalism.
- Approaching climate issues as embodied, real-world problems connects better to politics than abstract theory.
Starting at Grist with Humble Beginnings
- David started at Grist as editorial assistant, working with small teams to create fun, pun-filled climate news emails.
- He self-taught skills while developing climate expertise in obscurity without mentorship.