When a meteorologist took a job in Iowa, he was excited to make his forecasts matter to viewers by bringing in climate impacts that were relevant to their lives, like rising costs and energy independence. But then the backlash began, escalating to a death threat.
He's not the only one. At climate week in New York City, a group of meteorologists gathered to share stories about speaking to often polarized audiences. When facts become political, how can climate change's frontline communicators stick to the science?
Guests:
John Morales is the Founder & Lead Meteorologist at ClimaData, a weather consulting firm
Chris Gloninger is a meteorologist and senior climate scientist with the Woods Hole Group
