What I Enjoy – Josh Barker
Josh Barker, Real Estate Broker…
Family: 4 children, married to my beautiful wife for 28 years.
How long have you lived in the North State? Moved to Redding in 1975.
What do you enjoy most about living in the North State? It’s the amazing families and great outdoors that keeps us here. Our community has been so good to me and my family.
Grateful to call Redding “Home”
If houses could talk, what do you think the house you live in now would say about you? I’m a happily married man who enjoys spending time with friends and family. I thrive on structure and routine. And of course, I believe laughter is the best medicine – mostly because my dance moves aren’t covered by insurance.
Which movie or TV character would you want as your roommate? Phil Dunphy from “Modern Family” would make an awesome roommate. Between the epic pranks, spontaneous Frisbee challenges and plenty of real estate talk, life would never be boring.
Would you rather explore space or the deep ocean? Exploring space would be absolutely incredible. Imagine stepping onto another planet, feeling that otherworldly ground beneath your feet, and then looking back to see Earth glowing in the distance—that’s definitely on my bucket list. Until then, I’d say the next best thing is visiting the Kennedy Space Center. If you ever get the chance, it’s an experience you won’t forget!
What’s the most unusual talent or party trick you have? My superpower? Making other people look better at golf. Just one tip, though—always stand behind me. It’s definitely safer that way!
Which fictional world (from books, TV, movies or games) would you want to live in? Moana’s world would be amazing — a place filled with voyaging, discovering new islands, and living in harmony with the ocean. The sense of adventure, community and connection to the sea make it a world I’d love to be part of.
Would you rather have a pause button or a rewind button in life? I’d hit the pause button every time. Today is a gift—and maybe that’s why it’s called the ‘present.’ Slowing down makes it all the more meaningful.
If you could trade jobs with anyone, past or present for just one week, who would you choose? I’d choose to be Walt Disney during the opening week of Disneyland in 1955. Experiencing his vision and leadership at the very start of his empire would be incredible. It’d be the ultimate masterclass in brand, culture and innovation.
If you could have dinner with anyone from history, who would it be? At the very top of my list would be Jesus Christ at 25 years old, just before the start of His ministry. To see how He lived, interacted with others and prepared for what was to come would be life changing. A distant second would be Aristotle at 50 — a chance to experience firsthand the mind of one of history’s greatest philosophers, right in the middle of his most impactful years of thought and teaching.
If you were a superhero, what would your superpower be? What would your name be? I’ve always dreamed of flying — no cape or tights required. Whatever the world decides to call me, that’s their choice.
