About the Guest

Shereen Khan is an accomplished actress best known for her role as Miriam in the hit series "The Promised Land." With a background in studio executive positions, Khan has transitioned into acting while maintaining a strong influence in the entertainment industry. Her portrayal of Miriam has been lauded for its depth and nuance, capturing the complexity of a revered biblical figure while bringing a fresh comedic angle to the story. Her career showcases her versatility and innovative approach to storytelling, making her a celebrated figure in both acting and production circles.

Key Takeaways:
Innovative Storytelling: "The Promised Land" offers a fresh comedic take on biblical tales, blending reverence with humor to explore human stories within extraordinary events.
Growth of Faith-Based Content: There is a rising demand for high-quality productions that engage audiences through innovative storytelling while respecting scriptural origins.
Miriam's Leadership Journey: Shereen Khan highlights Miriam's development from an introverted character to a community leader, finding her voice and tackling leadership challenges.
Female Empowerment: The show captures the nuances of female leadership in a patriarchal society, offering insights into standing up for oneself and others.
Communal and Personal Worship: The series' finale exemplifies how communal worship and personal devotion can coexist, showing God’s presence in community.

Notable Quotes:
"It is unexpected to take a beloved biblical story… and create a self-reflexive comedy out of it." – Shereen Khan
"Miriam is sometimes the most intelligent person in the room, fiercely passionate not only in her faith but in her music." – Shereen Khan
"With newfound gifts comes a lot of responsibility… handle that gift well and gracefully." – Shereen Khan
"The takeaway here is listening is one of those things… it's really step one in good leadership." – Shereen Khan
"God wants your devotion to be open and communal as much as anything else." – Shereen Khan

 

About the Guest
Shereen Khan is an accomplished actress best known for her role as Miriam in the hit series "The Promised Land." With a background in studio executive positions, Khan has transitioned into acting while maintaining a strong influence in the entertainment industry. Her portrayal of Miriam has been lauded for its depth and nuance, capturing the complexity of a revered biblical figure while bringing a fresh comedic angle to the story. Her career showcases her versatility and innovative approach to storytelling, making her a celebrated figure in both acting and production circles.
Key Takeaways:
<ul>
<li>Innovative Storytelling: "The Promised Land" offers a fresh comedic take on biblical tales, blending reverence with humor to explore human stories within extraordinary events.</li>
<li>Growth of Faith-Based Content: There is a rising demand for high-quality productions that engage audiences through innovative storytelling while respecting scriptural origins.</li>
<li>Miriam's Leadership Journey: Shereen Khan highlights Miriam's development from an introverted character to a community leader, finding her voice and tackling leadership challenges.</li>
<li>Female Empowerment: The show captures the nuances of female leadership in a patriarchal society, offering insights into standing up for oneself and others.</li>
<li>Communal and Personal Worship: The series' finale exemplifies how communal worship and personal devotion can coexist, showing God&rsquo;s presence in community.</li>
</ul>
Notable Quotes:
<ol>
<li>"It is unexpected to take a beloved biblical story&hellip; and create a self-reflexive comedy out of it." &ndash; Shereen Khan</li>
<li>"Miriam is sometimes the most intelligent person in the room, fiercely passionate not only in her faith but in her music." &ndash; Shereen Khan</li>
<li>"With newfound gifts comes a lot of responsibility&hellip; handle that gift well and gracefully." &ndash; Shereen Khan</li>
<li>"The takeaway here is listening is one of those things&hellip; it's really step one in good leadership." &ndash; Shereen Khan</li>
<li>"God wants your devotion to be open and communal as much as anything else." &ndash; Shereen Khan</li>
</ol>
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The best Jesus TV show ever, The Chosen. Every episode. In detail. By fans. For fans.

Join fans and film/TV reviewers Laura Bennett and Ben McEachen as journey through the recently dropped Season 3.

Along with interviews with key cast and crew, Laura and Ben chat about storylines, Bible bits, what’s been added, what should have been cut, and how often The Chosen makes us all grow in our Christian faith. They also want your input and feedback about The Chosen as they take a closer look at each episode.

Laura Bennett hosts Hope Afternoons in Sydney, Australia, and UNDISTRACTED podcast. Laura has reviewed TV and movies for Hope 1032 for more than a decade.

Ben McEachen hosts Hope Mornings in Sydney. Australia, and co-hosts Money: Faith and Finance. Ben has reviewed TV and movies for Empire, News Ltd and Hope 1032.

Listen to more from our Hope Podcasts collection at hopepodcasts.com.au. And send the team a message via Hope 103.2’s app, Facebook or Instagram.

The best Jesus TV show ever, <a href="https://watch.angelstudios.com/thechosen">The Chosen</a>. Every episode. In detail. By fans. For fans.
Join fans and film/TV reviewers Laura Bennett and Ben McEachen as journey through the recently dropped <a href="https://www.angel.com/watch/the-chosen">Season 3</a>.
Along with <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=G05AyReVbQo&amp;list=PLpFjqIN33teqBzS7M_7IO1A_5OjLzoCy3">interviews with key cast and crew</a>, Laura and Ben chat about storylines, Bible bits, what’s been added, what should have been cut, and how often <a href="https://watch.angelstudios.com/thechosen">The Chosen</a> makes us all grow in our Christian faith. They also want your input and feedback about <a href="https://www.angel.com/watch/the-chosen">The Chosen</a> as they take a closer look at each episode.
Laura Bennett hosts Hope Afternoons in Sydney, Australia, and <a href="https://hope1032.com.au/show/undistracted-with-laura-bennett/">UNDISTRACTED</a> podcast. Laura has reviewed TV and movies for Hope 1032 for more than a decade.
Ben McEachen hosts Hope Mornings in Sydney. Australia, and co-hosts <a href="https://hope1032.com.au/show/money/">Money: Faith and Finance</a>. Ben has reviewed TV and movies for Empire, News Ltd and Hope 1032.
Listen to more from our Hope Podcasts collection at <a href="http://www.hopepodcasts.com.au/">hopepodcasts.com.au</a>. And send the team a message via <a href="https://hope1032.com.au/listen/#apps">Hope 103.2’s app</a>, <a href="https://www.facebook.com/Hope103.2">Facebook</a> or <a href="https://www.instagram.com/sydneyshope1032/">Instagram</a>.

Following The Chosen

The best Jesus TV show ever, The Chosen beams all of us back into the world when the Messiah walked the earth – and on water. Join “Chosen” fans and film/TV reviewers Laura Bennett and Ben McEachen as they delve into every episode.

Along with interviews with key cast and crew, Laura and Ben chat about storylines, Bible bits, what’s been added, what should have been cut, and how often The Chosen makes us all grow in our Christian faith. They also want your input and feedback about The Chosen as they take a closer look at each episode.

Laura Bennett hosts Hope Afternoons in Sydney, Australia, and UNDISTRACTED podcast. Laura has reviewed TV and movies for Hope 1032 for more than a decade.

Ben McEachen hosts Hope Mornings in Sydney. Australia, and co-hosts Money: Faith and Finance. Ben has reviewed TV and movies for Empire, News Ltd and Hope 1032.

Listen to more from our Hope Podcasts collection at hopepodcasts.com.au. And send the team a message via Hope 103.2’s app, Facebook or Instagram.

The best Jesus TV show ever, The Chosen beams all of us back into the world when the Messiah walked the earth – and on water. Join “Chosen” fans and film/TV reviewers Laura Bennett and Ben McEachen as they delve into every episode.
Along with interviews with key cast and crew, Laura and Ben chat about storylines, Bible bits, what’s been added, what should have been cut, and how often The Chosen makes us all grow in our Christian faith. They also want your input and feedback about The Chosen as they take a closer look at each episode.
Laura Bennett hosts Hope Afternoons in Sydney, Australia, and UNDISTRACTED podcast. Laura has reviewed TV and movies for Hope 1032 for more than a decade.
Ben McEachen hosts Hope Mornings in Sydney. Australia, and co-hosts Money: Faith and Finance. Ben has reviewed TV and movies for Empire, News Ltd and Hope 1032.
Listen to more from our Hope Podcasts collection at <a href="http://www.hopepodcasts.com.au/">hopepodcasts.com.au</a>. And send the team a message via <a href="https://hope1032.com.au/listen/#apps">Hope 103.2’s app</a>, <a href="https://www.facebook.com/Hope103.2">Facebook</a> or <a href="https://www.instagram.com/sydneyshope1032/">Instagram</a>.