The Actor's Instrument with Hassiem Muhammad
Discover The Actor’s Instrument, a podcast for actors dedicated to guiding listeners through the complexities of the entertainment industry. Join host and actor Hassiem Muhammad as he interviews industry experts—from casting directors to Hollywood and Broadway stars—unveiling invaluable insights and career-building strategies. Whether you're starting out or are seasoned in your craft, tune in to demystify the path to building a sustainable acting career, one episode at a time.
Episodes
82 episodes
10 Traits of Highly Successful Actors — Part 2
Before we launch into Season 4 with a brand-new interview and a major announcement (dropping next week!), we’re closing this chapter with one more look back at some of the most impactful insights ever shared on the show.This week’s compi...
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Season 3
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Episode 30
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27:13
The Importance of Self-Promotion: A Content Creation Compilation
As we gear up for some exciting changes to the show (announcement coming in just two weeks!), we’re continuing our anniversary celebration with another powerful compilation episode—this time focused on self-promotion and content creation...
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Season 3
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Episode 29
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26:38
10 Traits of Highly Successful Actors
What separates working actors from the rest? In this powerful compilation episode, we dive into the 10 key traits that consistently show up in the journeys of some of today’s most inspiring performers.Featuring candid clips and ca...
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Season 3
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Episode 28
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23:58
30 Minutes of The Best Casting Advice
To celebrate two incredible years of The Actor’s Instrument, we’ve curated a special episode featuring the most insightful, inspiring, and actionable moments from five of our most popular casting director interviews.In this comp...
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Season 3
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Episode 27
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30:28
How I Became an Actor: From a Shoebox of Dreams to a Life on Stage with Host Hassiem Muhammad
We’re celebrating two years of The Actor’s Instrument with a very special anniversary episode—and this time, the script gets flipped. Acclaimed actor Lana Young (Bull, WandaVision) takes over the mic to interview our very own host, Hassiem Muha...
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Season 3
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Episode 26
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40:58
How to Book 20 Co-Stars with Criminal Mind's McKenna Kerrigan
Less than 1% of aspiring actors will ever land a speaking role on television—and today’s guest is in that elite club 20 times over. Actress and educator McKenna Kerrigan joins host Hassiem Muhammad to share her hard-won insights into b...
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Season 3
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Episode 25
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32:28
How to Build While You Wait with Power's Andrew D Manning
In this soul-stirring episode of The Actor’s Instrument, host Hassiem Muhammad sits down with actor, model, and creative entrepreneur Andrew D. Manning (Power Book III: Raising Kanan, Wu-Tang: An American Saga, The Marvelous Mrs...
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Season 3
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Episode 24
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34:38
How to Make TV Writers Happy with Netflix's Sienna Lorraine
What really happens behind the scenes of your favorite shows?In this episode, host Hassiem Muhammad sits down with Sienna Lorraine, a writer’s assistant at Lionsgate who has worked on Netflix’s No Good Deed, The Ups...
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Season 3
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Episode 23
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34:10
From Adidas to Acting with Law & Order's Bryce Michael Wood
Welcome back to The Actor’s Instrument! This week, host Hassiem Muhammad sits down with actor and SoulCycle instructor Bryce Michael Wood, currently starring as Theo in the Off-Broadway revival of Ceremonies in Dark Old Men<...
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Season 3
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Episode 22
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41:28
From Acting to Content Creation: Kalissa Persaud on Thriving in the New Hollywood
The entertainment industry is evolving fast—and traditional stardom is no longer the only path to success. In this episode of The Actor's Instrument, host Hassiem Muhammad sits down with actor and content creator Kalissa Persaud (aka Long Tan a...
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Season 3
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Episode 20
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39:57
SAG Strike Fallout + Stunts & AI with Black Panther's Wadi Jones
In this powerful episode of The Actor's Instrument, host Hassiem Muhammad welcomes back stunt performer and coordinator Wadi Jones (credits include Black Panther: Wakanda Forever, Power Book I & II) to dive deep into the evolving landscape ...
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Season 3
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Episode 19
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36:45
Why You Should Start a Podcast with Next Chapter Podcast's Michael Goodfriend
Welcome back to another episode of The Actor's Instrument! In this episode, host Hassiem Muhammad welcomes the multitalented Michael Goodfriend — actor, writer, director, and head of scripted fiction at Next Chapter Podcasts. From the st...
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Season 3
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Episode 18
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43:54
Some Things Never Change with Snow White's Jason Kravits
Welcome back to another episode of The Actor’s Instrument! On this episode, Hassiem is joined by actor and star of Disney’s Snow White, Jason Kravits. With over 100 film and TV credits to his name, Jason has been seen on shows such as ABC’s ...
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Season 3
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Episode 17
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41:29
Social Media Marketing for Actors with Ace Anderson
Welcome back to another episode of The Actor’s Instrument! On this episode, Hassiem is joined by actor, comedian, photographer, graphic designer, and social media guru: Ace Anderson.Hassiem and Ace discuss why actors...
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Season 3
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Episode 16
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42:43
From Indie to Oscar with Anora's Luna Sofia Miranda
Welcome back to another episode of The Actor’s Instrument! On this episode, Hassiem is joined by Luna Sofia Miranda, one of the stars of this year’s winner for the Academy Award for Best Picture, Anora. Hassiem and Luna di...
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Season 3
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Episode 15
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32:49
Your Career is Right on Time with The Blacklist's Lana Young
Welcome back to another episode of The Actor’s Instrument! On this episode, Hassiem is joined by stage and screen actor Lana Young who has appeared in numerous projects such as The Blacklist, WandaVision, Bull, and who in 2023 received an NA...
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Season 3
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Episode 14
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25:25
How to Be a Full-Time Actor with Actor/Narrator Josh Innerst
Welcome back to another episode of The Actor’s Instrument! On this episode, Hassiem is joined by actor, narrator, and voice-over artist Josh Innerst to discuss the world of recording narration for audio books. Hassiem and Josh disc...
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Season 3
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Episode 13
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39:34
Film Sets are NOT Safe with I am Legend's Becky Morrison
Welcome back to another episode of The Actor’s Instrument! On this episode, Hassiem is joined by the producer Becky Morrison. Becky is the founder and CEO of The Light, a New York-based production company, and also a producer on the upcoming do...
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Season 3
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Episode 12
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34:24
Tax Savings for Artists with Farrell Parker
Welcome back to another episode of The Actor’s Instrument! On this episode, Hassiem is joined by actor and entrepreneur Farrell Parker! Farrell is a DC-based actor and theater artist who has performed at the Kennedy Center and the Wooly Mammoth...
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Season 3
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Episode 11
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35:35
It's Ok to Take a Break with The Wire's Jeorge Bennett Watson
Welcome back to another episode of The Actor’s Instrument! On this episode, Hassiem is joined by stage and screen actor, Jeorge Bennett Watson! Jeorge’s credits include HBO’s The Wire, Marvel’s Luke Cage, Blue Bloods and dozens of regional and ...
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Season 3
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Episode 10
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41:37
Oscar Hopefuls with Nickel Boy's Ethan Cole Sharp
Welcome back to another episode of The Actor’s Instrument! On this episode, Hassiem is joined by our youngest guest to date, Ethan Cole Sharp, one of the stars of the Academy Award-nominated film, Nickel Boys!Hassiem and Ethan discuss st...
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Season 3
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Episode 9
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20:34
Celebrities Are Taking Our Jobs with Casting Director Erica Jensen
Welcome back to another episode of The Actor’s Instrument! On this episode, Hassiem is joined by Erica Jensen, the acclaimed casting director and owner of Calleri Jensen Davis Casting. Erica has been involved with casting numerous Broadway and ...
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Season 3
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Episode 8
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39:22
Making Black History with The Six Triple EIght's Pepi Sonuga
Welcome back to another episode of The Actor’s Instrument! On this episode, Hassiem is joined by Pepi Sonuga, star of the Netflix’s The Six Triple Eight. Hassiem and Pepi discuss the portrayal of Black History on the screen, Tyler ...
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Season 3
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Episode 7
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32:31
A Lifetime of Achievement with Stephen McKinley Henderson
Welcome back to another episode of The Actor’s Instrument! On this episode, we are honored to welcome the incredible legend of stage and screen, Stephen McKinley Henderson! Recently inducted into the American Theatre Hall of Fame, ...
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Season 3
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Episode 6
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41:59
Adrienne C. Moore on Typecasting, Juror #2, and Joy Behar
Don’t miss Adrienne in Joy Behar’s “My First Ex-Husband” now until February 23rd at the MMAC Theater!Welcome back to another episode of The Actor’s Instrument! On this episode, Hassiem is joined by the incredible, award-w...
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Season 3
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Episode 5
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