Comedian, Actor & Digital Creator; Creator & Host of "Recess Therapy"; Forbes 30 Under 30 Honoree
Julian Shapiro-Barnum Biography
Julian Shapiro-Barnum is an American comedian, actor, writer, and digital creator recognized for his work in children's media and digital entertainment. He is the creator and host of "Recess Therapy," a web series in which he interviews children between the ages of two and nine playing outside in New York City. Shapiro-Barnum earned a Bachelor of Fine Arts in acting from Boston University's College of Fine Arts, where the concept for "Recess Therapy" began as part of his senior thesis project. The series officially launched in partnership with Doing Things Media, inspired by his observations of children at play during the early days of the pandemic.
"Recess Therapy" has become a Webby Award-winning series with a substantial following across Instagram, TikTok, and YouTube. The show features New York City children sharing their perspectives on topics ranging from burnout to Komodo dragons. Notable interviews include the viral "Corn Kid" segment and appearances by guests such as Michelle Obama, Amy Poehler, and Charli XCX. The New York Times described the series as a unique blend of humor and insight, likening it to a modern version of Charles Schulz's "The Doctor Is In."
Shapiro-Barnum expanded his digital media portfolio with additional projects. He is the creator and executive producer of "Celebrity Substitute," a web series featuring celebrities as substitute teachers in an elementary school classroom, produced alongside Benj Pasek and Justin Paul. The series, available on YouTube, has included guests such as Malala Yousafzai and Ed Sheeran. He also created "Outside Tonight," a YouTube late-night talk show promoted as a show designed for the internet age.
Shapiro-Barnum's work has received industry recognition, including four Webby Awards, honors as Best Online Host/Personality, and inclusion in Forbes 30 Under 30. He received the Family Entertainment Safe Streaming Hero Award at the Family Entertainment Awards Dinner presented by Variety and Kidoodle.TV, and has been named a TIME100 Creator. He also collaborated with Sesame Street, fulfilling a personal goal.
Drawing from his interviews with children, Shapiro-Barnum authored the book "How To Grow Up Without Becoming A Grown-Up: Big Lessons from Little Kids." The book features new conversations with children, offering insights for adult readers. Through his work in digital media, children's entertainment, and family-friendly content, Shapiro-Barnum is known for facilitating authentic conversations and engaging audiences across generations.
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