Asad explores the journies of three Muslim screenplay writers Sarwat Siddiqui, Faroukh Virani, and Halimah Iman as they shed light on creating authentic Muslim narratives, their processes, experiences, and the importance of Muslim representation in media. Highlighting the interplay between personal experiences and their writing, they share insights into crafting diverse, representative narratives.

00:07 Introduction and Asad's First Thanksgiving as a Dad

00:26 Reflections on Media Representation and Personal Goals

01:04 Introduction to Ramadan America

02:47 Introduction to the Panelists

06:45 The Writing Process and Inspiration

19:37 The Workshop Process

25:10 Personal Writing Processes

27:55 Influence of Personal Experiences on Writing

29:15 Interactive Q&A Session

29:33 Balancing Artistic Pursuits with Other Professions

30:19 Incorporating Real-Life Experiences into Scripts

34:23 Advice for Aspiring Writers

41:24 Writing Emotional Storylines and Themes

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