Inside the CFL: Former Als coach Jim Barker finds fit in TV studio

Jim Barker laughs, admitting it was somewhat strange the first time he had makeup applied. And, while always loquacious and media friendly throughout his lengthy and extensive Canadian Football League career, he sees the irony behind what’s considered crossing over to the dark side.
He has become one of us in the media.
“It’s something I’ve always wanted to do. I’m really enjoying it. It’s a totally new world for me and it’s harder than you think,”