Rain Date - by Nick Pittman (Hardcover)

Book Synopsis

Weathercaster "Nor'EasterNick" Pittman tells his heartfelt story of learning to embrace the unpredictable and turn rainy days into opportunities.

A tumultuous childhood and intense fear of thunderstorms couldn't dampen Nick Pittman's zeal for weather. He first gained recognition in elementary school, winning CBS 3 Philadelphia's regional weather forecast competition. Soon after, "Nor'Easter Nick" was born, launching his career in meteorology.

He found he could quell his weather anxiety by teaching himself how to forecast approaching systems.

Now, as founder of Norcast Media--a 24/7 streaming weather channel--he reaches millions of viewers a month, educating the public so that their weather fears, too, might be allayed. Nick helps his followers learn to embrace the seemingly unpredictable by uncovering the order in the chaos.

In Rain Date, Nick shares the powerful lessons from his life in weather that have helped him navigate the stormier parts of life, including starting his own business when his career in broadcast meteorology hit a wall and returning to live with his mentally ill and abusive mother after his beloved grandmother, Bebe, who had raised him, succumbed to dementia.

Rain Date is a triumphant story of finding the light when the clouds roll in rather than becoming lost in their shadows, and a call to anyone fighting against the odds to chart their own course for sunnier days ahead.

Review Quotes

"Rain Date is a true American success story and a great example of the saying, 'The cream always rises to the top.' Nick was able to overcome huge adversities in life, but instead of playing the victim card, he used them to his advantage to become successful. Highly recommended reading for kids and adults of all ages."
--Jim Eberwine, retired National Weather Service Meteorologist

"Nick Pittman has always been more than a meteorologist--he's a storyteller with heart, hustle, and a true love for the communities he serves. Rain Date pulls back the curtain on the grind, the grit, and the grace it takes to build trust in an era of fragmented attention and viral misinformation. It's funny, raw, inspiring--and most of all, it's real."
--Bill Murray, Chief Operating Officer, Alabama Weather Network

"Nick's story will be an inspiration for many readers. A living example of how energy follows intention. What you think, you create. And if you love weather, it's a great peek behind the curtain on how weather forecasts are made and delivered.!"
--Tony Pann, WBAL-TV 11 Baltimore Meteorologist

"In this deeply moving and inspiring memoir, 'Nor'Easter' Nick Pittman takes readers on a journey through the storms of his youth--both literal and emotional. This book is not just a celebration of overcoming adversity; it's a heartfelt reminder that sometimes the biggest breaks in life come from being pushed to take a chance without seeing the opportunity for yourself."
--Dr. Damiso A. Josey, CEO, The Empowerment Perspective Group

"Proof that with perseverance and authenticity, anyone can build a life and legacy from humble beginnings. It is an inspiring tale of resilience, reinvention, and pursuing your dreams no matter the odds."
--Peter Galeta, Creator, The CDX Method

About the Author

"Nor'Easter" Nick Pittman is New Jersey's weatherman. His passion for meteorology started at just six years old and stemmed from an intense fear of thunderstorms. Nick dedicated his life to studying the atmosphere and educating the public to quell weather anxiety. He got his professional start at NBC40 in Atlantic City at just seventeen years old. Nick worked at several TV stations in the area before starting the first-of-its-kind social media weather broadcasting and marketing company. Nick is a fan of "paying it forward" and started the NorEasterNick Rainy Day Project to give back to the community.