Interview · moment 22 of 29
Future at Barstool and Parents' Reaction to His Fame
from Francis Ellis · #144
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2 minGuest
Francis discusses whether he'll stay at Barstool forever, being financially independent through tutoring, and his parents' surprise at his growing recognition.
- 56:13Tim contrasts the traditional Harvard Lampoon-to-writing-job route with his own unconventional path to comedy.
- 56:35Uncertainty about whether there will be a permanent place for him at Barstool indefinitely.
- 56:46Tim jokes about wanting to get to LA with a big house in Santa Monica Canyon where no one can hear the screams.
- 57:08His parents are supportive now that he's supporting himself, having never asked them for money through tutoring.
- 57:21His parents are surprised when strangers recognize him and mention his work.