We talk to Alec Kownacki about the benefits of mentorship and networking, the growing field of air quality meteorology, and using communication skills to bridge the gap between the scientific community and the general public.Episode transcript (https://www.ametsoc.org/index.cfm/ams/education-careers/careers/career-guides-tools/all-about-careers-in-meteorology/clear-skies-ahead-podcast/clear-skies-ahead-alec-kownacki-transcript/)Hosted by Matt Moll and Kelly SavoieEdited by Peter TrepkeTheme music composed and performed by Steve SavoieVisit AMS Career Resources on the web! (https://www.ametsoc.org/index.cfm/ams/education-careers/careers/)Contact us at [email protected] with any feedback or if you'd like to become a future guest.Copyright © 2022 American Meteorological Society