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

How to Build While You Wait with Power's Andrew D Manning

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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. Maisel) for a candid conversation about resilience in the face of rejection, reinvention during dry spells, and staying grounded when the industry gets loud.

Andrew opens up about:

  • How losing major agency representation (A3) led to a “divine pivot” in his career
  • Why all of his TV credits—including Madam Secretary—were guest stars (even with just two lines!)
  • His approach to storytelling in acting and fashion with his brand A Dangerous Mind (ADM)
  • The struggle to stay motivated between bookings—and what finally gave him peace
  • Why embracing other creative identities (like modeling and directing) made him a better actor

    • This episode is a masterclass in moving with intention, betting on yourself, and redefining what success really looks like in your 30s. If you’ve ever questioned your path, this one’s for you.

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