About An Actor Despairs

An Actor Despairs" is a long-running podcast built on honest conversations with actors who love the work. Over 7 years and more than 300 episodes, the show has featured Oscar winners, celebrated character actors, and compelling newcomers and artists finding their voice in film, television, and theater.

Ryan M. Perez (@ryanmperez) is a working actor and the creator of An Actor Despairs. A recurring actor on Law & Order: SVU, he's also appeared on FBI and The Gilded Age, in the film Breed of Greed, and in the upcoming film The Cutting Room Floor. Based in New York City, Ryan has spent seven years building one of the most consistent long-form actor interview shows in the podcast space — conversations that honor the journey and speak honestly to anyone still chasing the dream.

When he's not hosting or acting, Ryan has worked as a videographer and creative across music and performance — with work featured on MTV, VH1, and Rolling Stone.

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