Justin Barker

Oct 31, 2024 | canweread.substack.com | Justin Barker |Sarah Miller

Today’s post is brought to you by my fellow Substacker and friend Justin Barker of The Most. Trying to create more connection amidst the chaos of parenting, Justin, a San Francisco-based TV producer, author, and papa of two decided to embark on a yearlong mission to make play, good stories, and creativity part of every day. He also has a unique history — more below — which made him the perfect person to write a guest post for Can we read? focusing on books that encourage kindness to animals.

Feb 1, 2024 | themost.substack.com | Justin Barker

I was unexpectedly laid off in mid-November last year. Long walks in the Panhandle of Golden Gate Park have always been how I return to center. Striding towards my new reality, just an hour after getting the news, an idea for a kids' show, "Show Me Howie," came to me. I imagined a puppet named Howie, meeting creative people and just having fun. Having worked a decade in TV production, creating educational content for adults, my dream has always been to pivot towards kids' content.

Feb 1, 2024 | themost.substack.com | Justin Barker

Imagine those moments when you're really in it, busy, maybe overwhelmed, sometimes distracted. For me, those moments don’t feel like I am making the most of my time with my kids, instead, I am managing my time, managing our experience, from somewhere outside of myself. I've realized what’s so frustrating in those moments is that I crave something more. I'm Justin, a San Francisco-based TV producer, author, and papa of two.

Feb 1, 2024 | themost.substack.com | Justin Barker

Welcome to Eyes + Ears—the monthly dose of inspiration, creativity, and fun. In this debut, discover our latest obsession with a Kiwi TV gem, dive into the world of Japanese sticker books, explore our favorite bedtime-reads, and find the art in chores. Ever since I departed the suburbs of Sacramento at 18, the hum of a dishwasher has been elusive.

Jan 30, 2024 | themost.substack.com | Justin Barker

Audio playback is not supported on your browser. Please upgrade. Welcome to the very first episode of The Most Random Stories Podcast. In this episode, Noah and I tell the story of Moon Giant and Rocket Ship. Moon Giant, a friendly giant with 20 hundred arms, lived in a moon volcano with other Moon Giants. Moon Giant and Rocket Ship love going on adventures to observe Earth. They eventually landed on Earth and were welcomed by friendly humans.