John Weisbarth is a versatile television host and producer, widely recognized for his work advocating the tiny-house movement and for crafting engaging content for national and international brands.
Lamps Plus partnered in 2016 with the hit FYI television series, “Tiny House Nation,” to provide indoor and outdoor lighting designs for the show.
WoodHaven partnered with Tiny House Nation, a show where renovation experts and hosts John Weisbarth and Zack Giffin travel across America to showcase ingenious small spaces.
John Weisbarth co-hosted the 2014-launched reality show *Tiny House Nation* on fyi and narrated *Tiny House World* in 2015.
*Tiny House Nation*, co-hosted by John Weisbarth, continued its run on A&E starting in 2019.
*Tiny House Nation*, co-hosted by John Weisbarth, began streaming on Netflix in August 2019.
John Weisbarth, along with Zack Giffin, became a part of Zillow's Speaker Series, discussing their perspectives on the tiny-house movement.
John Weisbarth was born on May 8, 1976, in Jacksonville, Florida, and spent his formative years in Coronado, California. Growing up, he developed an affinity for practical skills, working summers alongside his handyman father. His early exposure to the entertainment industry came at the age of 12, when he appeared in the video release film, *The Treasure* (1990). After high school, he pursued higher education at the University of California, Santa Barbara, where he earned a degree in Communication and a minor in Sports Management. Following his graduation, Weisbarth briefly continued in his father’s home maintenance business before transitioning into local California television, marking the commencement of his career as a host and producer.
Weisbarth quickly established himself in the television industry, initially as a sportscaster. His talent and dedication led to his production work, which garnered him seven regional Emmy Awards. A significant turning point in his career arrived in 2014 when he was tapped by the fyi channel to co-host *Tiny House Nation* alongside carpenter and tiny-house advocate Zack Giffin. This role propelled him into national recognition as he helped individuals navigate the process of designing and troubleshooting small living spaces. The show’s success led to its continuation on A&E in 2019 and its availability on Netflix, further solidifying Weisbarth’s presence in mainstream media. He expanded his involvement in the tiny home genre by narrating *Tiny House World* for fyi in 2015, showcasing international variations of the movement.
Beyond his work on tiny-house related programming, Weisbarth has demonstrated a broad skill set as a producer and storyteller, engaging with diverse national and international brands. His ability to connect with audiences and his energetic presentation style have been central to his professional identity. In addition to his television endeavors, he currently co-hosts the *Operation Tiny Home* podcast with Zack Giffin and launched a YouTube show, *Covid Cocktails with John Weisbarth*, during the pandemic. He continues to be an active advocate for the tiny-house movement, emphasizing its environmental and economic benefits. John Weisbarth resides in San Diego, California, with his wife Megan and their son, Jake, maintaining an active lifestyle that includes surfing and soccer.
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