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Gavin Pretor-Pinney
Founder of the Cloud Appreciation Society, known for his work in promoting cloud appreciation and challenging scientific authorities.
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Jan 24, 2021
• 38min
The Sunday Read: ‘The Amateur Cloud Society That (Sort Of) Rattled the Scientific Community’
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Gavin Pretor-Pinney, founder of the Cloud Appreciation Society, discusses the intriguing intersection of amateur observation and scientific authority in cloud appreciation. He shares his journey from running a leisure magazine to inspiring a global community of cloud enthusiasts. The conversation highlights the emotional and cultural significance of clouds, showcasing moments from the society's 10th anniversary and the creation of new cloud classifications like Asperitas. Through personal stories and art, Gavin illustrates how cloud-watching fosters connection and joy.
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