An inspiration. A muse. A royal pain in the fuckin ass. The real Herb was a seasoned life veteran with zero fucks left to give and he exuded that energy. I wanted to be his friend because of that – and I eventually became one. Careful what you wish for.

Barney & Herb is based on real life interactions I had with my 84-year old friend that has now passed, and I have to level with you…the honest-to-whatever-god-you-do-or-don’t-believe-in-truth-is that (real life) Herb never told me anything profound, he didn’t sit me down and tell me all of life’s secrets. Herb inspired and taught me by his actions – the life he lived was a beautiful example. “If it wasn’t for my friends I don’t think I’d be around anymore because I’d have nothing left to live for”. Life – wherever you’re from, whatever age you are, and whatever your background is – can be profoundly confusing, painful, scary, funny, and loving. Friendships help us navigate this myriad of emotions and human condition.