Ryan Bernsten

Ryan Bernsten is a writer who recently graduated from the University of Oxford. He is known for his podcast and upcoming book '50 States of Mind' where he travelled through all 50 states to interview elected officials and voters. Ryan's play 'Dream Ticket' received critical acclaim and won the Fringe NY Excellence award. He collaborated on a musical project with the American Musical Theatre Project and Royal Conservatoire of Scotland which garnered 5-star reviews at the Edinburgh Fringe Festival. Ryan has a background in presidential politics, worked as an associate producer for TNT, and has been published in reputable publications such as USA Today and The Oxford Political Review. He has made appearances on various platforms including local news, radio, and podcasts, and has delivered lectures at academic institutions. Additionally, he served as an emcee at significant events like Northwestern Sigma Chi's 150th Anniversary Gala.

Ryan's education includes studying Creative Writing at NYU Writers in Paris, completing a Master's degree in Creative Writing at the University of Oxford, and earning a Bachelor's degree in Theatre/Theater from Northwestern University. Throughout his career, he has held positions like Creative Copywriter at T-Mobile, Director at 50 States of Mind, Reading/Writing Instructor at TestTakers, Organizer at Hillary For America, Associate Producer at Magical Elves, Inc., and internships at Conan and The Onion, showcasing his diverse skill set and experiences.