Timothy Daniel Pool, known online as Tim Pool, is an American political commentator, journalist, podcast host, and entrepreneur. Originally gaining prominence for live streaming the Occupy Wall Street protests in 2011 using innovative technology like drone journalism and Google Glass, his work brought him national recognition. Pool dropped out of high school at 14 but is self-taught in media and journalism, later working with Vice Media and Fusion TV. He is the founder of the media company SCNR (formerly Subverse) and hosts the popular "Timcast IRL" podcast, which focuses on news, politics, and culture, often featuring guests with diverse viewpoints. Pool also hosts the "Tim Pool Daily News" podcast and has expanded into music releases through Timcast Records. Although his political stance has been debated, often described as a 'disaffected liberal' or right-wing, Pool consistently engages with hot-button political and social issues. His content is distributed across multiple platforms, including YouTube, X, Instagram, Rumble (with exclusive content deals), and his website, Timcast.com. He has leveraged membership models and platform exclusivity for monetization. Known for tackling controversial topics and analyzing media narratives, Pool's career evolved from on-the-ground journalism to political punditry, making him a notable figure in online political discourse and independent media.