# Episode 1286: Chris Pratt on Faith, Fame and Finding Purpose Beyond Hollywood

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Podcast: [The RELEVANT Podcast](https://stenobird.com/podcast/the-relevant-podcast-745325)
Published: 2026-01-27T17:45:07+00:00
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## Resource

This week, we talk to ‘Mercy’ star Chris Pratt about how faith shapes his life and career. He opens up about navigating public narratives, using his platform with purpose and why he believes being open about faith matters more than ever. In RELEVANT Buzz, the crew dives into Jelly Roll’s moving moment on 'Star Search,' why Gen Z is intentionally disconnecting from their phones and whether music is actually getting sadder. Plus, stories about AI fatigue, bizarre license plate drama, a ketchup packet felony and a guy trying to create a new nation in Texas. And at the end of the show, don't miss the Best Game Ever! Highlights: 01:00 Storm prep anxiety and riding it out 03:27 The man who tried to start his own country in Texas 06:56 The confidence of mediocre white men 18:23 RELEVANT Buzz 18:53 Jelly Roll’s Gospel moment on Star Search 21:58 Study finds popular music is getting sadder 24:36 Gen Z intentionally disconnecting from phones 30:10 Chris Pratt 36:40 SLICES 38:38 Mr. Potato Head license plate controversy 39:34 Florida man charged over ketchup packet 45:14 “Best Game Ever” Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

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