Our Team

When you were 10 years old, what did you want to be when you grew up?

Veterinarian

A social cause you care deeply about and why?

Marine mammal conservation and ocean pollution – because without oceans and the animals that inhabit it, there is no us.

If you could earn a living doing anything else, what would it be?

Travel Blogger – get paid to see the world!

You can invite 3 people from either present day or history to break bread with, who would it be and why?

Taylor Swift, Steve Irwin, Milo Ventimiglia – good music, good conversation, and eye candy!

In 5 words, describe yourself? (must use all 5….no more…no less)

Can my dog come with?

When you were 10 years old, what did you want to be when you grew up?

I wanted to be an archaeologist! I technically wanted to be Blake Lively when I was younger, and she ended up being an archaeologist in Sisterhood of the Traveling Pants 2, so naturally this made sense to me…

A social cause you care deeply about and why?

I care deeply about Autism Speaks Walk. My brother is autistic and this is one of the world’s largest autism fundraising events dedicated to supporting the needs of people with autism and their families.

If you could earn a living doing anything else, what would it be?

Food blogger! I’m a huge foodie, especially cooking!

You can invite 3 people from either present day or history to break bread with, who would it be and why?

a. Beyoncé – because obviously.

b. Serena Williams – I was an athlete myself, so she has been super influential in my life.

c. Rihanna – Not only is she a phenomenal entertainer, but she is an extremely smart businesswoman who has created a billion dollar company! I would love to pick her brain.

In 5 words, describe yourself? (must use all 5….no more…no less)

Compassionate, Courageous, Caring, Loyal, Determined

When you were 10 years old, what did you want to be when you grew up?

A professional golfer.

A social cause you care deeply about and why?

Criminal justice reform. There are many ways that the current system favors or discriminates against people for reasons that are far from blind justice.

If you could earn a living doing anything else, what would it be?

I’d love to get paid to travel, eat, and write about it. Like an Anthony Bourdain show but I don’t have to be on camera.

You can invite 3 people from either present day or history to break bread with, who would it be and why?

Anthony Bourdain, Larry David, and Travis Kelce. I think this group would be a great balance of good conversation and a lot of laughs.

In 5 words, describe yourself? (must use all 5….no more…no less)

Care but laugh at life.

When you were 10 years old, what did you want to be when you grew up?

I wanted to be a teacher. When I would come home from school, I would play in my room with a huge whiteboard and pretend to teach a class to imaginary students. This desire probably stemmed from all the amazing teachers that I was blessed to have while growing up.

A social cause you care deeply about and why?

I am deeply passionate about the environment and leaving this world a better place. Specifically, within that realm I am passionate about protecting our ocean environments and love being involved in beach cleanups in the local San Diego area and am always picking up trash when I am enjoying a beach day with friends. To me the ocean is a place where I go to for solace and to find peace, so it is important to me that these areas are protected, taken care of, and are left better than we found it.

If you could earn a living doing anything else, what would it be?

I would love to be a travel guide and to take people on excursions to see the world!

You can invite 3 people from either present day or history to break bread with, who would it be and why?

My Grandma Geri because she passed away when I was young and I would love to pick her brain on some of the amazing places that she got to travel to during her lifetime. David Attenborough because he changed the world when it came to natural history documentation. Robin Williams because I grew up watching all of the movies he starred in.

In 5 words, describe yourself? (must use all 5….no more…no less)

Forever a student of life.

When you were 10 years old, what did you want to be when you grew up?

A lawyer. Didn’t know what kind, but a strong notion of fighting on behalf of people who’ve been wronged.

A social cause you care deeply about and why?

Young children involved in the child welfare system. Infants and toddlers are a huge proportion of children who enter the system and are placed outside their home; this disrupts attachment, creates further trauma, and can even affect their brain development. We know that 90% of a child’s brain develops by the age of 5, so early childhood is a huge window to intervene and create healthy opportunities for development and growth. And yet, more than 50% of young children in foster care shows signs of developmental delay, and many have socio-emotional concerns, and these children are often the ones who do not get connected to much needed services. I spent some time working in this space and cannot think of a more compelling population to advocate for. I truly believe if we work to prevent and heal trauma from an early age, we are setting all of us up for a better future.

If you could earn a living doing anything else, what would it be?

I’d open a perfume shop with interesting scents from around the world – or collect Persian, Kurdish, and Afghan rugs.

You can invite 3 people from either present day or history to break bread with, who would it be and why?

Roxane Gay, my aunt who recently passed, and my grandfather who passed before I was born in Iran. Those are people I’ve wanted to meet, see again, and have a conversation with, in that order.

In 5 words, describe yourself? (must use all 5….no more…no less)

Five words are not enough.

When you were 10 years old, what did you want to be when you grew up?

An astronaut, but as an adult I have a terrible fear of flying so you won’t ever find me on a spaceship.

A social cause you care deeply about and why?

There are many, but if I had to narrow it down to one, I’d say inequality in education. All students should have the opportunity to receive a good education and the chance at a better life. Knowledge is power!

If you could earn a living doing anything else, what would it be?

I love history, and used to dream of consulting filmmakers on how to make the setting, costume, language, etc. of their film historically accurate.

You can invite 3 people from either present day or history to break bread with, who would it be and why?

A meal with Barack Obama, Amy Schumer, and Anthony Bourdain sounds like a very good time!

In 5 words, describe yourself? (must use all 5….no more…no less)

Conscientious, outgoing, adaptable, thoughtful, adventurous.

When you were 10 years old, what did you want to be when you grew up?

A lawyer

A social cause you care deeply about and why?

Climate change, because not much else will matter if the planet becomes uninhabitable.

If you could earn a living doing anything else, what would it be?

A food critic, aka get paid to travel and eat.

You can invite 3 people from either present day or history to break bread with, who would it be and why?

Alex Honnold
Miley Cyrus
Anthony Bourdain

In 5 words, describe yourself? (must use all 5….no more…no less)

Did someone say breakfast burritos?

When you were 10 years old, what did you want to be when you grew up?

An astrophysicist.

A social cause you care deeply about and why?

Poverty abolition because everyone has the right to quality food, shelter, rest, healthcare and education. No one should be one paycheck away from disaster.

If you could earn a living doing anything else, what would it be?

A garden designer. I love dragging around big bags of soil.

You can invite 3 people from either present day or history to break bread with, who would it be and why?

Khadija Mbowe, Hunter Harris and Tefi Pessoa — they’re among the funniest and most interesting culture critics/writers working today.

In 5 words, describe yourself? (must use all 5….no more…no less)

Googling this number before answering.

When you were 10 years old, what did you want to be when you grew up?

Michael Jackson (which hasn’t aged well)

A social cause you care deeply about and why?

Waste Management/Recycling because it’s becoming a significant problem now and actions must be taken now to alter the current trajectory.

If you could earn a living doing anything else, what would it be?

A film cinematographer or director

You can invite 3 people from either present day or history to break bread with, who would it be and why?

Directors Alfred Hitchcock, Stanley Kubrick, and David Fincher. It would be one hell of a film conversation.

In 5 words, describe yourself? (must use all 5….no more…no less)

Lanky Ginger loves singing karaoke

When you were 10 years old, what did you want to be when you grew up?

I really thought I was going to be a talk show host, I always thought that Oprah, Ellen, and Maury were so interesting to watch as I was in the waiting room for my doctor’s and dentist appointments.

A social cause you care deeply about and why?

A social cause I deeply care about is the Trevor Project. I had the opportunity to collaborate with them on a campaign, and my own experiences as a young person being bullied during the early days of the internet have made me especially appreciative of the resources they provide. I’m grateful that there are organizations like the Trevor Project that offer support to LGBTQ+ youth and remind them they are never alone.

If you could earn a living doing anything else, what would it be?

I would have to say traveling the world and creating a coffee enthusiast account from some of the best coffee shops in the world!

You can invite 3 people from either present day or history to break bread with, who would it be and why?

I’m going to cheat and say the entire girl group – BLACKPINK (there’s 4 of them lol.) I’ve had the opportunity to see them 4 times last year at Coachella!

In 5 words, describe yourself? (must use all 5….no more…no less)

Ecstatic, personable, musical, main character. 😃

When you were 10 years old, what did you want to be when you grew up?

I wanted to be a junior sales associate at a midrange paper supply firm.

A social cause you care deeply about and why?

I’m passionate about is the environmental movement because I want to be a part of improving the planet we live on.

If you could earn a living doing anything else, what would it be?

I would open up my own Etsy shop selling design-y prints and trinkets.

You can invite 3 people from either present day or history to break bread with, who would it be and why?

If I could sit and have a meal with any three people it would be: Steve Carell, John Krasinski, and Rainn Wilson because I have to find out who really was the better salesman.

In 5 words, describe yourself? (must use all 5….no more…no less)

Sorry, busy watching The Office.

When you were 10 years old, what did you want to be when you grew up?

I played and watched a lot of sports. My favorite has always been baseball, and I wanted to play in the MLB!

A social cause you care deeply about and why?

I have had a soft spot in my heart for the homeless. I always get sad when I see them and wish that I could do more to help them.

If you could earn a living doing anything else, what would it be?

I would love to get paid to travel and visit sports stadiums, fields, or arenas! I love visiting new and exciting places, and it would be a dream to make a living traveling all over the world going to a wide variety of sports events!

You can invite 3 people from either present day or history to break bread with, who would it be and why?

Being the huge sports fan that I am, I would love to meet my favorite player every from each sport I enjoy watching. The first would be Ladanian Tomlinson who played for the San Diego Chargers for a long time. I loved how he played the game and I looked forward to every Sunday to watch him on the field. The second would be Kobe Bryant who played for Los Angeles Lakers and was an icon in the basketball world. His fierce competitive spirit and leadership was something I looked up to. Lastly, Fernando Tatis Jr. is my current favorite player in the MLB and plays for the San Diego Padres. He is a very exciting and dynamic player and always a blast to see.

In 5 words, describe yourself? (must use all 5….no more…no less)

Intelligent, empathetic, thoughtful, competitive, athletic.

When you were 10 years old, what did you want to be when you grew up?

A nurse

A social cause you care deeply about and why?

Education inequalities, because everyone should have the opportunity to reach their full potential regardless of their background.

If you could earn a living doing anything else, what would it be?

A personal trainer

You can invite 3 people from either present day or history to break bread with, who would it be and why?

Albert Einstein – because I’m curious to know what he would think of today’s world.

Thom Yorke – because he is a genius musician.

Frida Kahlo – because she is creative and an unconventional woman.

In 5 words, describe yourself? (must use all 5….no more…no less)

I would rather be running.

When you were 10 years old, what did you want to be when you grew up?

A teacher or a lawyer

A social cause you care deeply about and why?

I am deeply committed to so many! If I can choose one, it would be advocating for access to quality education for all children, regardless of their socioeconomic background. Every child deserves the opportunity to receive a good education.

If you could earn a living doing anything else, what would it be?

Therapist or a professional travel blogger

You can invite 3 people from either present day or history to break bread with, who would it be and why?

Viola Davis – Her personal story combined with how she shows up in her work is unbelievable.

Beyoncé – She’s so fierce!

Maya Angelou – Her poetic mind amazes me.

In 5 words, describe yourself? (must use all 5….no more…no less)

I am small, but mighty!

When you were 10 years old, what did you want to be when you grew up?

From what I remember, I wanted to be a veterinarian to save and take care of all the dogs. 

A social cause you care deeply about and why?

I care deeply about climate change and the environment. This is something that I’m passionate about since it is something that affects all of us regardless of race, age, socioeconomic status, etc. It also heavily affects the environment and habitats of hundreds of animals that for the most part have nothing to do with the harm done to the earth, yet are still paying the price.

If you could earn a living doing anything else, what would it be?

I would love to have an art studio where I could spend my time creating all types of crafts using different mediums such as painting, screen printing, sculpting, laser cutting… my list is endless.  

You can invite 3 people from either present day or history to break bread with, who would it be and why?

Ariana Grande because she is a confident powerful woman, and her voice is angelical and The Weeknd because they are an iconic duo, and they can give out a concert for me. I would also invite a plus one to enjoy the concert together. 

In 5 words, describe yourself? (must use all 5….no more…no less)

I am trying my best 

When you were 10 years old, what did you want to be when you grew up?

A fashion designer

A social cause you care deeply about and why?

Mental health. As someone with anxiety who goes to therapy, I think mental health care should be much more accessible to all and discussed more frequently/openly.

If you could earn a living doing anything else, what would it be?

I would love to be a flight attendant and roam around the world.

You can invite 3 people from either present day or history to break bread with, who would it be and why?

Sophia Loren: I named my car after her and she is an ICON

Leslie Knope: I would love to be her beautiful, talented, brilliant, powerful musk-ox

Marie Antoinette: I listen to any and all podcasts about her and her story is fascinating and misunderstood

In 5 words, describe yourself? (must use all 5….no more…no less)

That don’t impress me much

When you were 10 years old, what did you want to be when you grew up?

I wanted to be a marine biologist and play around in the ocean. This was after I found out I can’t become a mermaid.

A social cause you care deeply about and why?

Climate change and environmental advocacy. Our planet is our life source and makes this world wonderful in so many ways, I feel it is my duty to care for and stand up for it.

If you could earn a living doing anything else, what would it be?

Travel journalist, surfer, or chef

You can invite 3 people from either present day or history to break bread with, who would it be and why?

Beyoncé, Lady Gaga, and Rihanna – Can you imagine? That conversation would be all over the place and incredibly fun to experience.

In 5 words, describe yourself? (must use all 5….no more…no less)

I’m happiest in the water

When you were 10 years old, what did you want to be when you grew up?

Two things: A firefighter as an adult, and a paletero as a viejito. OMG, I have not accomplished my childhood goals! Well, I might still be a paletero who knows.

A social cause you care deeply about and why?

Human rights. Because the way we treat each other sets the tone for the policies we create.

If you could earn a living doing anything else, what would it be?

So many things! Soccer player or soccer coach, musician in a dimly lit bar, dog trainer (or trained by dogs), desert adventurer or professional video game player (FIFA only).

You can invite 3 people from either present day or history to break bread with, who would it be and why?

Barack Obama to discuss leadership and red lines.
Emiliano Zapata to discuss the Mexican Revolution over a bottle of tequila.
Madeleine Albright to discuss geopolitics, Putin and the Cold War.

In 5 words, describe yourself? (must use all 5….no more…no less)

Decide or someone will decide for you.

When you were 10 years old, what did you want to be when you grew up?

I wanted to be a scientist.

A social cause you care deeply about and why?

I care deeply about public transportation because it reduces our environmental impact while safely connecting more people to more opportunities.

If you could earn a living doing anything else, what would it be?

I would want to play trumpet in a jazz band.

You can invite 3 people from either present day or history to break bread with, who would it be and why?

Kurt Vonnegut, John Steinbeck, and Hunter S. Thompson because they would have a lot of incredible stories to tell.

In 5 words, describe yourself? (must use all 5….no more…no less)

Big fan of beach days!

When you were 10 years old, what did you want to be when you grew up?

Actress (not shocking given my dramatics when I was younger).

A social cause you care deeply about and why?

Alzheimer’s research. This disease has affected my family in the past and currently. I’d love to be a part of something one day where we are one step closer to more answers and a cure. 

If you could earn a living doing anything else, what would it be?

Podcast host. Give me a mic and let me speak about reality tv, entertainment news, etc. and I’d be in heaven.

You can invite 3 people from either present day or history to break bread with, who would it be and why?

Nicole “Snooki” Polizzi: The first 4 seasons of Jersey Shore were iconic and historic…enough said

Maury Povich: I LOVE Maury! Biggest Hollywood crush ever 

Nate Bargatze: Favorite comedian at the moment 

In 5 words, describe yourself? (must use all 5….no more…no less)

I’m a really fun time!

When you were 10 years old, what did you want to be when you grew up?

An actress (I loved to play pretend!)

A social cause you care deeply about and why?

Inspired by the work done by the Environmental Working Group, I believe the food we eat, the water we drink, and the products we consume should be safe, non-toxic, and easily accessible.

If you could earn a living doing anything else, what would it be?

Personal development & wellness coaching.

You can invite 3 people from either present day or history to break bread with, who would it be and why?

I would invite my grandma, so I had the chance to spend more time with her; Taylor Swift, to learn how she manages her incredible career; and Ariana Madix, because she’s the “it girl” of the season.

In 5 words, describe yourself? (must use all 5….no more…no less)

Spicy Libra who loves love.

When you were 10 years old, what did you want to be when you grew up?

I’m not sure, but when I was 5 I wanted to be an alligator.

A social cause you care deeply about and why?

Suicide is something I have dealt with within my extended family, so suicide prevention is a cause I am very passionate about.

If you could earn a living doing anything else, what would it be?

Hanging out with my dogs.

You can invite 3 people from either present day or history to break bread with, who would it be and why?

Nick Cave, because I love him, Bruce Campbell, because he’s the best, and my sister, to make it less awkward.

In 5 words, describe yourself? (must use all 5….no more…no less)

I’m all out of bubblegum.

When you were 10 years old, what did you want to be when you grew up?

Best friends with Tony Hawk

A social cause you care deeply about and why?

Education. It gives us tools to better understand the world and those around us.

If you could earn a living doing anything else, what would it be?

Cooking

You can invite 3 people from either present day or history to break bread with, who would it be and why?

Gödel, Escher, and Bach. There’s a book I’d like to discuss with them.

In 5 words, describe yourself? (must use all 5….no more…no less)

I’ll give it a shot.

When you were 10 years old, what did you want to be when you grew up?

I’ve always loved dogs and really wanted to be a vet until I found out that their responsibilities include putting animals down.

A social cause you care deeply about and why?

Accessibility to health (physical and mental) resources

If you could earn a living doing anything else, what would it be?

I would love to either be a food writer, or to run a cute little indie bookshop.

You can invite 3 people from either present day or history to break bread with, who would it be and why?

Padma Lakshmi—she would either cook or choose an amazing meal, and on top of that seems like she’d be such a fun time

John Lewis—a national treasure

Keanu Reeves—I’ve had a crush on him since I first saw Bill and Ted’s Excellent Adventure, and by all accounts he is one of the nicest people in the world

In 5 words, describe yourself? (must use all 5….no more…no less)

Weird…in a fun way!

When you were 10 years old, what did you want to be when you grew up?

Pro Baseball Player or the Culligan man

A social cause you care deeply about and why?

Sick Kids hurt my heart. I wish I could save them all. Socially, the food we eat needs to be better. I wish we had healthier food options for kids more readily available, and Multi-national Corporations didn’t rule the trash that is out there.

If you could earn a living doing anything else, what would it be?

I would take over where Anthony Bourdain left off. Travel x Food x Writing x Experience

You can invite 3 people from either present day or history to break bread with, who would it be and why?

Richard Pryor, George Carlin and Prince. Because why the f*ck not

In 5 words, describe yourself? (must use all 5….no more…no less)

I Love LOVE and Tacos

When you were 10 years old, what did you want to be when you grew up?

I wanted to be a cowgirl! Unfortunately, I learned that I was very allergic to horses when I finally convinced my parents to let me go to horse camp…

A social cause you care deeply about and why?

Mental health awareness. I’ve seen the toll that this can take and have learned the importance of understanding conditions and utilizing the increased access to resources for those who need it.

If you could earn a living doing anything else, what would it be?

Taste testing lattes on a beach

You can invite 3 people from either present day or history to break bread with, who would it be and why?

My Grandpa, Johnny Cash, and Willie Nelson. I’d get a kick out of seeing my grandpa light up and sing with them!

In 5 words, describe yourself? (must use all 5….no more…no less)

I’d line dance to this.

Katie Harris is the “other Katie” and a very even-keeled account person known for always getting it done – no matter the challenge. She’s a dedicated and tireless worker who brings levity to most situations with her very Betty Rubble-like laugh. Just don’t ask her opinion on the electric scooter craze.

When you were 10 years old, what did you want to be when you grew up?

Marine Biologist

A social cause you care deeply about and why?

Parkinson’s Disease research, as it affects my family

If you could earn a living doing anything else, what would it be?

Backup dancer out on tour, preferably for Britney

You can invite 3 people from either present day or history to break bread with, who would it be and why?

Ben Barnes
Josh Hartnett
Kaleo Wassman

Ultimate speed dating experience!

In 5 words, describe yourself? (must use all 5….no more…no less)

Always say yes to champagne

Kim Coutts is tall. She’s also an accomplished PR expert who we’re psyched to have all for our own. Prior to Civilian, Kim was a partner with Fleishman-Hillard and spent many years running her own firm. Did we mention how tall she is?

When you were 10 years old, what did you want to be when you grew up?

I wanted to be a war reporter or Walter Cronkite

A social cause you care deeply about and why?

Working Dogs for Conservation – or any charity that gives rescue dogs the chance to be loved and useful to the world

If you could earn a living doing anything else, what would it be?

Global Aid work – ideally I’d be the handler working with above working dogs for conservation living in Africa and kicking ass against poachers

You can invite 3 people from either present day or history to break bread with, who would it be and why?

Oscar Wilde – every quote I love is from him
Alexander Skarsgard as Eric from True Blood
Roy Williamson – my friend who died in high school and I still miss him

In 5 words, describe yourself? (must use all 5….no more…no less)

So much left to do

When you were 10 years old, what did you want to be when you grew up?

Little Me wanted to be either a lawyer or a pop singer (I still kind of want to be the latter).

A social cause you care deeply about and why?

Food insecurity. The U.S. wastes over 100 billion pounds of food each year, and still there’s a rising percentage of food insecurity among lower income citizens. No one should starve because they can’t afford to buy food. Schoolchildren should not be made to go hungry because they have lunch debt.

If you could earn a living doing anything else, what would it be?

Hands-down, I would be a chef! I love challenging myself with new recipes and sharing love through food.

You can invite 3 people from either present day or history to break bread with, who would it be and why?

James Baldwin, Nina Simone and Dorothy Dandridge. The Black experience in America is rooted in many things, and there is a richness and depth among these three that would be amazing to feel first-hand. Not to mention the stories they could tell!

In 5 words, describe yourself? (must use all 5….no more…no less)

Curious, resourceful, kind, funny, optimistic!

When you were 10 years old, what did you want to be when you grew up?

A fashion designer or a dolphin trainer, but turns out I can’t draw, sew, and am scared of marine life.

A social cause you care deeply about and why?

Environmental conservation, I want future generations to have a thriving planet to live on.

If you could earn a living doing anything else, what would it be?

A tv host for the travel channel. Who wouldn’t want to get paid to visit some of the most amazing places on earth?

You can invite 3 people from either present day or history to break bread with, who would it be and why?

Betty White, Snoop Dog, and Larry David. I could only imagine the stories and hilarity that would ensue.

In 5 words, describe yourself? (must use all 5….no more…no less)

“Die with memories, not dreams”

When you were 10 years old, what did you want to be when you grew up?

The pyramids really were my 10 year old self’s Roman Empire. Being an archaeologist was the dream, and being the one to not only make discoveries on dig sites but also reveal the stories behind the items and structures found was my go-to career path for years.

A social cause you care deeply about and why?

Women’s access to healthcare, mental health, social and community support, building toward a positive climate and environment. These are all movements and causes that are working towards healthier people and healthier communities, and for me supporting them is how I feel I’m contributing to a better future.

If you could earn a living doing anything else, what would it be?

Restoring paintings! Watching the process of what goes into bringing hundred-years-old portraits back to life is my version of ASMR.

You can invite 3 people from either present day or history to break bread with, who would it be and why?

During my first trip to New York, I saw Nora Ephron’s play Love Loss and What I Wore and the whole experience is tied to me not only falling in love with New York, but also what made me decide to live there. I’d love to just sit and compare our New York experiences then and now, and ask her how she navigated her career and life.

Stevie Nicks just to learn about Fleetwood Mac lore, I mean Silver Springs, the entirety of Rumors, everything about the band and her solo career is fascinating. Lore aside, Stevie has been the soundtrack to every girls night and so many life moments for me that she’s another person I would be happy to just sit and listen to on anything and everything.

And then this would bring me to four but they come as a pair, and I’d have to say my nieces! Every time I see them it’s like they’ve grown into the next version of themselves. It’s beautiful and exciting and awesome to witness, but bittersweet because there really isn’t enough time to marvel at how they’re becoming their own selves. Any chance to sit and talk with them is priceless. (BRB, booking flights to them now!)

In 5 words, describe yourself? (must use all 5….no more…no less)

Constantly checking IMDb during movies!

When you were 10 years old, what did you want to be when you grew up?

When I was in first grade, we were asked to dress up a life size cut out of ourselves as what we wanted to be when we grew up. I chose to be a singer.

A social cause you care deeply about and why?

Anything that supports children and babies. I consistently donate to the IRC (International Rescue Committee) to support women and their needs around childbirth as well as education and school supplies for young children.

If you could earn a living doing anything else, what would it be?

The female version of Anthony Bourdain

You can invite 3 people from either present day or history to break bread with, who would it be and why?

Monica, Rachel, and Phoebe

In 5 words, describe yourself? (must use all 5….no more…no less)

Wine and cheese, That’s Amore!

When you were 10 years old, what did you want to be when you grew up?

A Zookeeper (I truly believed they had the power to speak to the animals)

A social cause you care deeply about and why?

A social cause I care deeply about is the current Foster Youth System in the US. There are far more children entering the foster care system than there are people opening doors to them. Our youth is our future and I believe that all children deserve a fighting chance at living a life full of support and stability.

If you could earn a living doing anything else, what would it be?

Hosting my own talk show where I invite celebrity guests to solely discuss pop culture hot takes with me.

You can invite 3 people from either present day or history to break bread with, who would it be and why?

Jennifer Laurence, Elton John, and Selena Gomez; I just think we would have a jolly old time together chatting it up and I think they would all give really good life advice.

In 5 words, describe yourself? (must use all 5….no more…no less)

Wants to do it all

When you were 10 years old, what did you want to be when you grew up?

I think I wanted to be a lawyer.

A social cause you care deeply about and why?

Climate change. We need to significantly ramp up changes to our lifestyles and belief systems if we want to survive the next decades in a planet that is no longer capable of withstanding this much negligence.

If you could earn a living doing anything else, what would it be?

Eating

You can invite 3 people from either present day or history to break bread with, who would it be and why?

Beyonce, for being the greatest entertainer of our time;

Sebastiao Salgado, a Brazilian photographer who’s led a pretty interesting life;

Isabel Allende, a Chilean author.

In 5 words, describe yourself? (must use all 5….no more…no less)

Beach times are happy times.

Maura Burke Accounts person extraordinaire. We were lucky enough to swoop her up on the heels of a move back from the DMV.

When you were 10 years old, what did you want to be when you grew up?

A vet

A social cause you care deeply about and why?

Human Rights causes – I’m passionate about fighting for diversity, equity, and inclusion.

If you could earn a living doing anything else, what would it be?

TV Producer

You can invite 3 people from either present day or history to break bread with, who would it be and why?

My grandpa Rudy – I miss him and would love to be reunited.

Michelle Obama – she’s an inspiration and I know my grandpa would be excited to meet her too.

Martha Stewart – she’s iconic and I would love to learn recipes from her.

In 5 words, describe yourself? (must use all 5….no more…no less)

Can we listen to Drake?

When you were 10 years old, what did you want to be when you grew up?

A professional horseback rider

A social cause you care deeply about and why?

Inclusion for people with disabilities. It’s not enough to be aware. We need to practice acceptance and give them the same opportunities we have to work, live, and thrive in our communities.

If you could earn a living doing anything else, what would it be?

Travel writer hands down.

You can invite 3 people from either present day or history to break bread with, who would it be and why?

Jonah Hill, Seth Rogen, and Paul Rudd. I think they are all hilarious and there would be a ton of laughs!

In 5 words, describe yourself? (must use all 5….no more…no less)

What time is happy hour?

When you were 10 years old, what did you want to be when you grew up?

A ballerina because I loved to dance, and the tutus were gorgeous.

A social cause you care deeply about and why?

Alzheimer’s research as it affects my family, and it is more common in women.

If you could earn a living doing anything else, what would it be?

A kindergarten teacher! I love interacting with little kids and I think they say the most hilarious and yet sometimes wise things.

You can invite 3 people from either present day or history to break bread with, who would it be and why?

Taylor Swift, Harry Styles, and Rihanna…hey I can’t afford their concert tickets, so I am bringing the personalized music festival to me!

In 5 words, describe yourself? (must use all 5….no more…no less)

Lover of Netflix and wine

When you were 10 years old, what did you want to be when you grew up?

A marine biologist/baker on the weekends, diversified streams of income and unlimited access to carbs.

A social cause you care deeply about and why?

I’m passionate about combating homelessness and advocating for affordable housing because I believe shelter is a basic human right.

If you could earn a living doing anything else, what would it be?

I would open my own traveling shop frequenting farmer’s markets and selling macrame wares and ceramics.

You can invite 3 people from either present day or history to break bread with, who would it be and why?

I would invite my grandmother, Giulia Tofana, and Sporus. My grandmother because she’ll always be my favorite person, and the other two led fascinating but tragic lives and I’d love the chance to sit and unpack trauma with them.

In 5 words, describe yourself? (must use all 5….no more…no less)

If sarcasm was a person

When you were 10 years old, what did you want to be when you grew up?

Interior decorator

A social cause you care deeply about and why?

Worker’s Rights. There’s a lot of reason I care about this, but the long and the short of it is I aspire to live in a world where workers aren’t alienated from their labor and can live comfortably from their wages.

If you could earn a living doing anything else, what would it be?

A professor of color theory or a professional jigsaw puzzler.

You can invite 3 people from either present day or history to break bread with, who would it be and why?

I would invite Hilma af Klint, Vasily Kandinsky, and Mark Rothko to have a deeply niche conversation on art theory and practice.

In 5 words, describe yourself? (must use all 5….no more…no less)

Is there an audiobook version?

When you were 10 years old, what did you want to be when you grew up?

I wanted to be an actress.

A social cause you care deeply about and why?

Climate change. The impacts of climate change on agriculture, extreme weather events, sea levels, and biodiversity are profound. Tackling this issue is fundamental to sustaining conditions that allow our ecosystems and human population to thrive.

If you could earn a living doing anything else, what would it be?

Traveling

You can invite 3 people from either present day or history to break bread with, who would it be and why?

Robin Williams for his humor and kindness.

Maya Angelou for her wisdom and influence.

Emily Blunt for her storytelling and fabulous accent.

In 5 words, describe yourself? (must use all 5….no more…no less)

I’ll be there for you.

When you were 10 years old, what did you want to be when you grew up?

A travel show host. Or a film director.

A social cause you care deeply about and why?

Women’s Rights. Women, especially women of color, are disproportionately affected by issues such as domestic violence, lack of access to education, healthcare gap, pay gap, and many more.

If you could earn a living doing anything else, what would it be?

Reviewing restaurants. Except I don’t know if I have the extensive vocabulary of food writers that I sometimes read in magazines or food blogs.

You can invite 3 people from either present day or history to break bread with, who would it be and why?

Michelle Obama, Miley Cyrus, Greta Gerwig

In 5 words, describe yourself? (must use all 5….no more…no less)

Always looking for an adventure!

When you were 10 years old, what did you want to be when you grew up?

A paleontologist (pretty ashamed I had to look up the spelling)

A social cause you care deeply about and why?

Misworded idioms, I’d like to take proper word use for granite.

If you could earn a living doing anything else, what would it be?

Reading obscure Wikipedia articles.

You can invite 3 people from either present day or history to break bread with, who would it be and why?

Jim Croce, Ray Bradbury, and professor J.R.R. Tolkien. I’m a geek for their senses of humor and writing.

In 5 words, describe yourself? (must use all 5….no more…no less)

This is a stressful prompt.