In this episode of Go For Donny!, host Donny McGuire sits down with legendary live event producer and video director George Barnes for an unforgettable journey through Hollywood, livestreams, and behind-the-scenes chaos. 

Donny and George reflect on nearly a decade of creative collaboration, sharing wild tales from epic Facebook Live productions, celebrity red carpets, Baywatch’s iconic slow-mo marathon, and award-winning global projects. George reveals how he pioneered professional livestreaming — from building Facebook Studio’s first live stream to pulling off massive virtual events for major studios like Amazon and Paramount.

Get exclusive stories about working with A-list talent like Brad Pitt and Jennifer Aniston, learning production lessons the hard way (yes, that time they should’ve laid cable!), scrambling during live broadcasts, eating tar-heated hot dogs on blue-collar jobs, blasting Lamborghinis in Miami, and surviving production mishaps overseas.

Plus, Donny and George dig into game-changing tech: AI video editing with tools like CapCut and Opus Clip, the value of Canva, and how production workflows have evolved post-pandemic. If you’re curious about the future of live streaming, producing content for YouTube and social platforms, or just want a front-row seat to the madness of show business, this episode is for you.

Key topics:

• How George Barnes got started in live event production and streaming 
• Facebook Live event war stories and viral success 
• Working with major celebrities and hilarious behind-the-scenes moments 
• Livestreaming into movie theaters and new distribution models 
• The rise of AI and remote production technology 
• Production mishaps, travel tales, and lessons learned 
• Advice for new industry pros and why following your dream is worth it 

00:00 Switch to Channel 2 Preview

05:11 Reflecting on Celebrity Collaborations

07:09 Remote Livestream Pivot Due to COVID

11:41 "Dodge Encounter with Donnie"

15:18 Gourmet Hot Dogs vs. Tar-Cooked Memories

17:38 "Hollering at David"

20:49 Driving Cars at Their Limits

25:12 Gaining Deeper Appreciation for Podcasting

26:09 AI Streamlines Video Editing

31:17 Agent Filters New Business

35:18 Authentic Interview Approach

39:01 "Swag and Stickers Promotion"

39:28 "Chat with George: Next Steps"

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Keywords: George Barnes, Donny McGuire, Go for Donny podcast, live streaming, event production, Hollywood stories, celebrity interviews, Facebook Live, AI video editing, CapCut, Opus Clip, Canva, YouTube content, red carpet secrets, remote production, entertainment industry, Buzzsprout podcast, SOC, branded content, movie premiere

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