Michael welcomes The Chosen star Lara Silva—better known to fans as Eden, Simon Peter’s wife. With season 5 wrapping up and season 6 filming in full swing, Lara opens up about the emotional weight of portraying this chapter of Jesus’ journey and what it’s like behind the scenes of one of the most beloved faith-based series in the world.
But that’s just the beginning. Lara dives into her personal story—how she initially auditioned for Mary Magdalene, how her role as Eden has impacted her spiritually, and what it was like coming to faith in her 20s. She also shares how becoming a mother has deepened her emotional connection to both her faith and her acting.
If you’re a fan of The Chosen, new to the show, or just looking for inspiration in your spiritual walk, this episode is a must-listen.
🔑 Key Topics Covered
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Filming Season 6: The emotional and spiritual impact of filming The Chosen’s crucifixion season
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On-Set Culture: How the cast and crew function like a true family
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Her Acting Journey: How Lara originally auditioned for Mary Magdalene—and ended up as Eden
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Faith Formation: Finding faith in adulthood and how The Chosen transformed her walk with Christ
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Glorify App: Why she partnered with the devotional app and how it’s helped her spiritual rhythms
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Motherhood & Faith: The life lessons and deep emotional growth she’s found in becoming a new mom
📲 Resources Mentioned
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The Glorify App – Lara's go-to tool for structured devotional time
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Watch The Chosen – Catch up on all seasons including the latest on Prime Video
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LifeAudio.com – Explore more faith-centered podcasts from our network
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