Timmy Barron UNFLITERED: The Highs and Lows of a Creative Career – Ep. 82

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Mentioned in the Episode:

High School Band Director (Queen) - https://youtu.be/YG3Fi8vudis

Timmy’s Divorce Series - https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLJds25eGwnIKLuv_oo9HzTphUE5ADq3ye&si=qeEaadwkKigQX_5y

127 Anytime Min (127 Hours Spoof) - https://youtu.be/Tpb6sTUTmnU?si=rtija0yU-1MnGaml

Barron & Barren Lawyer Commercial - https://youtu.be/JYuY8hSMWrM?si=bwiqO5MSpqFw2mX8

Bergess Griffer Series - https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLHtqkhltFwPquy-5HzMySlXPd16M3XcXY&si=Ysy38mUrLkQL9tx8

Bergess Griffer’s Full Scene Live From The Second City - https://youtu.be/n-MvKJd9v6c?si=oXOFHueqvAzVsTgv

Acting Reels - https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLJds25eGwnIJaer3RglnO8rvwzYJfGlgs&si=C1SM__zBvVdaTqZv

Dad Does Standup - https://youtu.be/x5BpSnhMydc

In this special episode of Commercially Speaking, Timmy Barron takes center stage! You’ve seen him play the “idiot” host alongside his brother Bo, but this time, we’re diving deep into Timmy’s fascinating life as an actor, comedian, and content creator.

From hilarious auditions and wild gigs to finding success in improv and landing an agent, Timmy shares the highs and lows of navigating the entertainment world. He talks about lessons learned at Second City, his adventures in Chicago’s comedy scene, and surprising connections between his creative career and commercial real estate.

Key Takeaways:

• The story behind Timmy’s journey to Second City and improv success
• How relationships and networking can change your career trajectory
• The unexpected jobs that helped Timmy fund his creative dreams
• Behind-the-scenes stories of acting, comedy, and coaching
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00:00:00 - Start 00:08:11 - The Road to Chicago 00:09:49 - Timmy Almost Dies After Leaving a Gay Bar 00:11:52 - Too Scared To Walk Into Second City 00:14:58 - Completing The Second City Conservatories 00:19:25 - Cruise Ship Auditions 00:20:54 - “Bye Bye Liver” (Public House Theatre) 00:26:52 - Difference Between a Producer, Director & Executive Producer 00:30:42 - Timmy Signs His First Talent Agency 00:36:46 - Difference between an Agent & a Manager 00:40:02 - The transition to Commercials, TV and Film 00:45:55 - The Weirdest Audition Timmy Ever Did 00:54:21 - Work Begets Work 00:58:33 - Check Avail 00:59:11 - SAG-AFTRA Card - What is it and how do you get it? 01:06:06 - How COVID Changed The Audition Process 01:11:42 - Tiktok 2020 + Making Money 01:18:40 - SAG-AFTRA Strike 2023 01:21:32 - The Podcast, Tizbee and Current Projects 01:25:34 - Where Does Timmy Make His Money? 01:30:43 - CRE Branding and Content Creation 01:34:15 - Creating More Freedom 01:37:20 - Answering the final questions 01:42:14 - Shoutouts

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Bo is a CCIM Instructor and the owner and operator of Barron Commercial Group servicing Western KY and it's surrounding markets. For all CRE inquiries visit http://www.barroncommercial.com

Timmy is an actor, comedian, writer and host. You can follow him pretty much everywhere @timmyhartbarron