'Extrapolations' Creator: Have to Get Beyond the Kale and Broccoli Narrative

The transcript discusses the challenges of making climate stories engaging, often perceived as unappealing like 'kale and broccoli.' It questions why this narrative exists and highlights the importance of storytelling in changing perceptions. The speaker shares experiences pitching a climate show, noting that multiple buyers showed interest, indicating a market for such content. The discussion emphasizes the need to move beyond the negative narrative and recognize the potential for compelling climate stories.

What is one of the main challenges in telling stories about climate change?

• It's often seen as uninteresting like 'kale and broccoli'.

• It's too short to cover in detail.

• It's too easy to understand.

• It lacks scientific basis.

Why does the speaker want to change the perception of climate stories?

• To show they can be engaging and relatable.

• To make them more scientific.

• To make them shorter.

• To avoid using any scientific data.

What does the speaker suggest about the narrative that climate stories are 'kale and broccoli'?

• It is a new trend in storytelling.

• It is the only way to tell climate stories.

• It should be questioned and changed.

• It should be accepted as it is.

How did potential buyers respond to the climate storytelling pitch?

• They found it too challenging to understand.

• Multiple buyers, including Apple, showed interest.

• Only one buyer showed interest.

• They were uninterested.

What does the speaker imply about the future of climate storytelling?

• It is only for niche audiences.

• It should be avoided.

• It has potential for growth and acceptance.

• It will always be an uphill battle.