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EPISODE · Oct 2, 2025 · 15 MIN

Giovanni Cairo on Playing Thaddeus, Faith, and Filming The Chosen Seasons 5 & 6

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Actor Giovanni Cairo—who plays Thaddeus in The Chosen—joins Michael to talk about Season 5 (dropping September 28 on The Chosen app), filming the crucifixion in Season 6, and how playing Thaddeus has reshaped his own faith and life. Episode Highlights Why Giovanni originally thought Thaddeus wasn’t a real disciple How volunteering and surrendering to God led him to land The Chosen Portraying Thaddeus as the “peacemaker” of the disciples Behind-the-scenes of filming Season 6’s emotional crucifixion scenes in Italy What it was like being part of the early days of The Chosen when it was uncertain if the show would continue Why the global impact of The Chosen is unlike anything else Giovanni has experienced in acting Giovanni’s engagement story—and how his fiancée’s faith was reignited by the show Guest Details Giovanni Cairo – Actor best known as Thaddeus in The Chosen (Seasons 1–6). Resources & Links Watch The Chosen  Follow Giovanni Cairo on Instagram Explore more faith-based shows at LifeAudio.com If you enjoyed today’s interview, please subscribe, leave a review, and share this episode with a friend. Your support helps more people discover faith-filled conversations like this one. Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

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Actor Giovanni Cairo—who plays Thaddeus in The Chosen—joins Michael to talk about Season 5 (dropping September 28 on The Chosen app), filming the crucifixion in Season 6, and how playing Thaddeus has reshaped his own faith and life. Episode...

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