Growing up on the grounds of a New England prep school, Justin Bond spent his days playing kickball on the quad and indulging in epic games of capture the flag in the dormitories—though only when the students were away. Despite the picturesque setting, the liberal values surrounding him didn’t quite resonate, leading him on a path for a different kind of life.

Nowadays, Justin resides in Rhode Island, where he shares his home with his wife, two children, three cats, and a dog. With a quirky blend of interests, he wears the mantle of a math major who doesn’t like numbers, a computer programmer who doesn’t like computers, and a political junkie who doesn’t like politics. When he’s not busy with his professional pursuits, you’ll find him channeling his inner grumpy old man, enjoying leisurely walks with his dog through the scenic woods, hitting the slopes for some skiing, engaging in spirited games of squash, and attempting to improve the health of his creaky knees.