The Actor's Instrument: Tools for the Long Game with Hassiem Muhammad

On this week’s episode of The Actors Instrument, Hassiem Muhammad sits down with actor and writer Steve Coulter, whose career spans more than three decades across film, television, and theatre. With over 130 IMDb credits—including She-Hulk, Yellowstone, The Conjuring films, The Walking Dead, House of Cards, Paterno, and First Man—Steve shares the hard-won lessons that shaped his long-term success. Follow Steve on Instagram: @coulter28 Produced in partnership with Next Chapter Podcasts Follow The Actor's Instrument on Instagram: @actorsinstrumentpodcast Follow Hassiem on Instagram: @HassiemMuhammad Subscribe wherever you get your podcasts or visit https://www.nextchapterpodcasts.com/the-actors-instrument Inquiries: [email protected] #TheActorsInstrument #HassiemMuhammad #ActorLife #ActingPodcast #WorkingActor #SteveCoulter #MeetTheBrowns #TylerPerry

In this installment of Finance 4 Freelance, Hassiem Muhammad and co-host Andrea Laing dive into the real financial habits, strategies, and splurges of working creatives. From shocking gig-economy stats to choosing between career-boosting jobs vs. higher-paying ones, this conversation is packed with practical gems for freelance actors, artists, and gig workers. Andrea also breaks down exactly how she’s able to travel to places like Amsterdam, London, and beyond without breaking the bank — with tips on point cards, timing international flights, and budgeting long stays. Hassiem shares his own system for funding vacations, smart credit, and maintaining retirement goals. Follow Andrea on Instagram: @yourfavoriteandrea Produced in partnership with Next Chapter Podcasts Follow The Actor's Instrument on Instagram: @actorsinstrumentpodcast Follow Hassiem on Instagram: @HassiemMuhammad Subscribe wherever you get your podcasts or visit https://www.nextchapterpodcasts.com/the-actors-instrument Inquiries: [email protected] #TheActorsInstrument #HassiemMuhammad #ActorLife #ActingPodcast #WorkingActor #Finance4Freelance #FreelancerTips #GigEconomy

Broadway actor and rising film/TV star Courtnee Carter joins Hassiem Muhammad on The Actors Instrument to talk about her journey from Jacksonville to the Broadway stage and into major Hollywood projects — including her upcoming film The Prince, featuring Nicolas Cage, Giancarlo Esposito, and J.K. Simmons. Courtnee opens up about making her Broadway debut in Once On This Island, the financial realities of being a working actor, and how she filters every character “through Courtnee”Follow Courtnee on Instagram: @iamcourtneecarter Produced in partnership with Next Chapter Podcasts Follow The Actor's Instrument on Instagram: @actorsinstrumentpodcast Follow Hassiem on Instagram: @HassiemMuhammad Subscribe wherever you get your podcasts or visit https://www.nextchapterpodcasts.com/the-actors-instrument Inquiries: [email protected] #TheActorsInstrument #CourtneeCarter #HassiemMuhammad #ActorLife #Broadway #NicolasCage #ActingPodcast #WorkingActor #FilmIndustry #AuditionTips #ActorsOnActors #NextChapterPodcasts

This week on The Actor’s Instrument, Hassiem Muhammad sits down with Broadway veteran Erica Mansfield, who’s been performing for over 20 years — including in the same show where she made her debut: Mamma Mia! From her start with two suitcases and a dream to twelve Broadway credits (Evita, Pippin, Doubtfire, Kiss Me Kate, Almost Famous, and more), Erica shares what it really takes to sustain a career in one of the toughest industries in the world. They talk about staying grounded in a competitive business, how to handle “dry spells” the myth of “making it”, and finding joy and longevity in the work — not just the applause 🎧 Produced in partnership with Next Chapter Podcasts Follow The Actor's Instrument on Instagram: @actorsinstrumentpodcast Follow Hassiem on Instagram: @HassiemMuhammad Subscribe wherever you get your podcasts or visit https://www.nextchapterpodcasts.com/the-actors-instrument Inquiries: [email protected] #TheActorsInstrument #ActingPodcast #HassiemMuhammad #EricaMansfield

In this Finance for Freelance edition of The Actor’s Instrument Podcast, Hassiem Muhammad and Andrea Laing unpack the realities of money management for creatives. 💸 From budgeting and investing to building an emergency fund, they share honest stories, smart strategies, and lessons learned the hard way. This ongoing series dives into the money side of the creative grind — how artists, freelancers, and actors can take control of their finances and thrive in an unpredictable industry. They also play a round of “Would You Rather?” — tackling tough money questions like whether to invest in a publicist or personal growth — and share the habits that have helped them build stability while pursuing their dreams. Budget Spreadsheet Discussed In This Episode https://tinyurl.com/mvmbuxm8 💡 Subscribe for weekly conversations that help you sharpen your craft, strengthen your mindset, and sustain your career in the long game of acting. 👉 Don’t forget to like, comment, and subscribe to The Actor’s Instrument for more tools, stories, and inspiration for the long game of acting. 🎧 Produced in partnership with Next Chapter Podcasts Follow The Actor's Instrument on Instagram: @actorsinstrumentpodcast Follow Hassiem on Instagram: @HassiemMuhammad Subscribe wherever you get your podcasts or visit https://www.nextchapterpodcasts.com/the-actors-instrument Inquiries: [email protected]