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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.
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
🎧 Listen now on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or YouTube! Don’t forget to subscribe and leave a review!
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
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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.
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Timmy is an actor, comedian, writer and host. You can follow him pretty much everywhere @timmyhartbarron