On this episode of The Wide Lens Podcast, we welcome Melvin Perdue – ballplayer, coach, and actor whose journey spans the diamond and the silver screen. From Little League in Alabama to championship clubs across Europe and Australia, his 14‑season career reflects grit, adaptability, and a love for baseball without borders. Melvin’s path also led to Hollywood, where he portrayed Ray Durham in the Oscar‑nominated film Moneyball. Working alongside Brad Pitt, Chris Pratt, Jonah Hill, and Philip Seymour Hoffman, he brought authenticity to one of baseball’s great underdog stories and discovered how sport and storytelling intersect. Join us as we explore his remarkable journey – the sparks that lit his passion, lessons learned worldwide, and behind‑the‑scenes moments from Moneyball you’ve never heard before.