Episode 1284: Khloé Kardashian Talks Faith, A ‘Stranger Things’ Star Does Too, and Philip Yancey’s Scandal episode artwork

EPISODE · Jan 13, 2026 · 54 MIN

Episode 1284: Khloé Kardashian Talks Faith, A ‘Stranger Things’ Star Does Too, and Philip Yancey’s Scandal

from The RELEVANT Podcast · host RELEVANT Magazine

In this episode of The RELEVANT Podcast, we break down a surprisingly faith-heavy week in pop culture.In RELEVANT Buzz, Khloé Kardashian opens up in depth about her faith and prayer life, Stranger Things star Caleb McLaughlin shares why he’s returning to faith after growing up as a pastor’s kid. Then we discuss news at the other end of the spectrum: Bestselling Christian author Philip Yancey stepping away from ministry after confessing to an eight-year extramarital affair and Christian pop singer Stacie Orrico’s lawsuit alleging childhood sexual abuse by her former manager. We wrap things on an up-note, highlighting Daniel Caesar’s spiritually charged Tiny Desk performance.Plus, the crew reacts to DMX’s posthumous ordination, Jesse spirals over the murder math of NCIS, shares a wild Lamar Odom encounter and we play another round of ‘Overrated, Underrated or Just Right.’Highlights:03:00 Jesse’s NCIS take and the Navy murder math spiral14:15 RELEVANT Buzz begins17:05 Khloé Kardashian opens up about her Christian faith28:15 Caleb McLaughlin talks faith, deconstruction and returning to God31:55 Philip Yancey steps away from ministry after affair confession34:35 Stacie Orrico files lawsuit alleging childhood sexual abuse37:50 Daniel Caesar’s Tiny Desk and his spiritual journey39:20 Slices: Lottery odds website exposes Powerball math44:10 DMX to be posthumously recognized as a minister46:05 Game: Overrated, Underrated or Just Right (Part 2)47:15 Mayonnaise, squats and Chris Hemsworth49:00 Pet fish, LaCroix and Philip Yancey books50:00 Air fryers, motorcycles and voice notesAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

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