# "So You're Still Doing the Acting Thing?" - How to Handle the Holidays like a Pro

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Podcast: [The Actor’s Guide to the End of the World](https://stenobird.com/podcast/the-actor-s-guide-to-the-end-of-the-world-7072802)
Published: 2025-12-11T21:43:03+00:00
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Duration seconds: 2727

## Resource

Welcome to Episode 58 of The Actor's Guide the End of the World Podcast! Apologies this episode got up late, but it's worth it. The holidays are here and can be magical—unless you're facing the dreaded "So what have you been in?" question. In this episode, E-Kan and Rían tackle the unique challenges actors face during family gatherings, from navigating loaded conversations to finding that perfect pivot away while you're cornered at the cranberry sauce. E-Kan shares his own journey dealing with his strict math-professor father's expectations to finally finding peace with his career choice while Rían shares that early in his career, his resentment towards the question were more of an indication of how he felt himself. They discuss practical strategies for holiday survival (spoiler: lying about being a heart surgeon is an option), why actors deserve more credit for the tenacity it takes to stay in this industry, and why being present in uncomfortable moments might actually be our superpower. Also how handling these questions might be a useful skill that can be trained, and if you stick to the end, E-Kan and Rían get into a debate about the Cabdriver vs Corporate Worker - who's in a safer position? Whether you're dreading Thanksgiving dinner or genuinely love the holidays, this episode offers both comic relief and real talk about self-worth, family dynamics, and why your day job doesn't define you—even if Aunt Karen thinks it should. Whether you're celebrating or not, happy holidays everyone and be safe. Follow @actorsguidepodcast wherever you find your podcast, and on all social media. @ekansoong @riansheehykelly Hidden Gems: Mickey O'Sullivan classes (Chicago and remote) - mickeyosullivan.com @themickeyosullivan Gianino's Pastries (Italian pastries, South Jersey)- 508 Hu…

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