Willie Barcena: I Gotta Be Honest

In his second hour-long stand-up special, “I Gotta Be Honest,” Willie Barcena elevates his 20-year comedy career by addressing the everyday man in America. He shares personal anecdotes about managing anger, grappling with the complexities of various religions, dealing with the heartbreak of his wife’s departure, his efforts to reconcile with her, and his determination to raise his three sons to be genuine men. Throughout, Barcena infuses his performance with wit and insight, drawing from his experiences as a Mexican American from Boyle Heights.