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Actors With Issues is a self-help podcast for actors, by actors. Hosted by actor and entertainment journalist Juan Ayala, each episode features a candid conversation with rising talent and established stars from TV, film and Broadway. From career obstacles and imposter syndrome to navigating the business and mental health, we discuss it all!
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Signup to Generate a PitchActors With Issues is a self-help podcast for actors, by actors. Hosted by actor and entertainment journalist Juan Ayala, each episode features a candid conversation with rising talent and established stars from TV, film and Broadway. From career obstacles and imposter syndrome to navigating the business and mental health, we discuss it all!
Actors With Issues with Juan Ayala is hosted by Juan Ayala. The show has published 259 episodes to date.
Recent episodes include "244. Eric Lutz talks Verticals, Auditioning and Work-Life Balance" (26 September 2026, 33 minutes), "243. Brian d'Arcy James, Peacock's The Copenhagen Test" (19 August 2026, 33 minutes), and "242. Kellen Goff, "Five Nights at Freddy's"" (17 March 2026, 26 minutes).
Actors With Issues with Juan Ayala publishes roughly every two weeks, with episodes averaging 26 minutes across 259 episodes.
Booking probability for Actors With Issues with Juan Ayala is 52%, and the host is rated Selective on guests. Actors With Issues with Juan Ayala requires a Pod Score of 80 or higher. Actors With Issues with Juan Ayala's contact route on record: verified email.
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Juan Ayala hosts Actors With Issues with Juan Ayala, a tv show with 259 episodes published.
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Episode #3
“‘This is what I wanted for the longest time… I’m very blessed.’” says leading man Eric Lutz. With 20 verticals under his belt and countless auditions along the way, Lutz talks about staying grateful while navigating...
Episode #2
Brian d’Arcy James reflects on his journey from community theater to Broadway, film, and television, sharing lessons on craft, mentorship, and sustaining a long, meaningful career as an actor. ️ Check out our website...
Episode #1
Voice actor Kellen Goff joins us this week for a conversation about his journey from a storytelling-obsessed kid to one of the most recognizable voices in anime and gaming. Best known for his work in Five Nights at...
Episode #18
In this interview, actress Te Ao o Hinepehinga talks about her role in the Apple TV+ series Chief of War, working alongside Jason Momoa, and the importance of indigenous storytelling. She shares her personal journey...
Episode #18
The delightful Allegra Edwards joins us us this week for a deep dive on her theatre origins, her love of comedy, and the whirlwind experience that was 'Upload', whose fourth and final season hit Prime Video just last...
Episode #17
After his first appearance on Actors With Issues's 37th episode way back in February 2021, Roman Zaragoza returns to the show to reflect on his role as Sassapis on the hit CBS series Ghosts. Back in 2021, the pilot of...
Episode #16
Born in the Philippines and raised in Vancouver, 'Family Law' star Ryan Lino shares how his heritage, on-set experiences, and commitment to authentic storytelling have shaped his career—and why kindness and resilience...
Episode #15
Justin Johnson Cortez, known for his roles in The CW's Walker and Walker: Independence , returned to the screen earlier this year in Netflix's Western drama Ransom Canyon . In the latest episode of Actors With Issues...
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Actor David Magidoff joins us to talk about his return in Dexter: Resurrection, how voiceover work helped him embrace authenticity, and why New York City adds a fresh energy to the beloved series. He also reflects on...
Episode #14
Get to know actor Jacob Skidmore, star of the new horror-comedy *Skill House*, in this exclusive interview! Jacob dives into his journey from Portland’s theater scene to Hollywood sets, shares what it was like filming...
Episode #13
Actress and producer Paige Mobley joins us for a candid conversation about her journey from community theater and America’s Next Top Model to landing a role in James Gunn’s Superman. She shares the lessons she’s learned...
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Actor Alec Santos joins us to talk about his starring roles in Hallmark Channel’s "A Machu Picchu Proposal" and "Unwrapping Christmas: Tina’s Miracle". Alec opens up about his journey from studying biochemistry to...
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In this bite-sized episode of Actors With Issues, actress Gabrielle Walsh joins us to reflect on her acting journey, from college theater to starring in hit shows like "Found" and "The Vampire Diaries". Plus, she shares...
Episode #12
NOTE: This interview was recorded prior to the announcement of "S.W.A.T.: Exiles"Actor David Lim joins Actors With Issues to reflect on his eight-season run on CBS’s S.W.A.T. and the importance of positive AAPI...
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Actor and stunt performer Alex Grech joins Actors With Issues to talk about his experience in the musical film Juliet and Romeo, where he performed double duty as both a cast member and the stunt double for Romeo. Alex...
Actors With Issues with Juan Ayala
Step into an honest, fast-paced chat with Broadway and screen star Brandi Burkhardt. She opens up about:-Growing from a shy Maryland teen to leading a Broadway musical-Working opposite Paul Rudd in A24’s unpredictable...
Episode #11
Ryan Rosery joins us on the pod to talk all about his early life growing up in Scarborough and opens up about childhood, creative calling, heartbreak, grief, building his production company, and advice for aspiring...
Episode #10
Actor Matthew Letscher joins us to discuss his decades-long career, from early theater roots and breakout film roles to his recent work in “Suits LA” and “Georgie and Mandy’s First Marriage.” He reflects on mentorship...
Episode #9
In this exclusive interview, Bobo Le joins us to talk about their breakout role in The Wedding Banquet, navigating audition anxiety, and why queer joy on screen is so important. They share how bringing their full self...
Actors With Issues with Juan Ayala
Amber Afzali, star of the inspiring new film “Rulebreakers,” joins Actors With Issues to discuss her journey from Ivy League student to actress, overcoming doubt, rejection, and how landing her first-ever audition...
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