Graduate school brought me back to my background in journalism, back to writing and interviewing, wrestling with what it means to be a member of a society that scares us at times, with jobs weโre not sure fulfill us and building community along the way.
I'm an Oakland-based writer and one-day lawyer. After a stint in reporting and a degree in journalism, now I'm working toward a JD/MBA to return to the business side of news. I interview folks I admire about how they structure a meaningful life.
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