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Banana Split!

It’s National Banana Day on Who Knew Wednesday, so The Afternoon Drive wants to know, what’s your favorite way to enjoy this fruit?

By itself? In smoothies? (strawberry banana will forever be an amazing combination). Maybe you’re like me and love a good banana pudding…or even a banana split, which has never done me wrong!

Let us know here!

– I was born in Britain

-I was a comedic silent film star of the 1920’s and 30’s

-I donned an iconic hat mustache

I am…Charlie Chaplin!

Congratulations to Kevin from Coshocton for correctly naming the person! He wins a $5 Watts Restaurant Gift Card!

Thanks for listening!- Judah

Rend Collective In The Vern!

You read that right…Rend Collective is bringing their Folk Fall 2025 Tour to the campus of MVNU November 14, and tickets are available in a week, Wednesday April 23rd!

It’s Artist Newsday and Game Time Tuesday on The Afternoon Drive, and we’re very excited about some upcoming things, including that concert!

Mom’s Night Out is back for 2025, and we couldn’t be more excited! Get ready for a fun night out with games, fellowship, snacks and a fantastic movie, “Unsung Hero”. Grab your seat here! https://www.wnzr.fm/momsnightout

“I’m desperate
Down on my knees
Send help from heaven
‘Cause that’s what I need
Redeem this wreckage
Restore my peace
I’m not asking, I’m begging
Lord, come through for me”

It’s a stumper! Next week’s will be worth TWO $5 Watts Restaurant Gift Cards!

Thanks for listening!- Judah

Look up and see.

Today we’re sharing Monday Motivation songs about Easter, reminding us that we serve a risen Savior!

Name a nut that you might find in cookies:

1 – Pecans (27 votes)
2 – Walnuts (23)
3 – Peanuts (19)
4 – Almonds (17)
5 – Macadamia nuts (14)

Congratulations to Sue from Mount Vernon, who guessed correctly and wins that $5 gift card to Watts Restaurant in Utica!

Thanks for listening!
– Joe

NZ Top 10 for 4/11/25

Praise the Lord it’s Friday! Here’s this week’s countdown:

10. Katy Nichole – When I Fall
9. Brandon Lake – That’s Who I Praise
8. Megan Woods – The Truth
7. Colton Dixon – Up + Up
6. Jeremy Camp – Again
5. Brandon Lake – Hard Fought Hallelujah
4. Crowder – Somebody Prayed (spent 9 weeks at #1)
3. Leanna Crawford – Still Waters (Psalm 23)
2. Seph Schlueter – Running Back To You (6th week at #2)
1. Jamie MacDonald – Desperate (1st week at #1)

New Music Friday adds this week:

Forrest Frank f/Thomas Rhett – Nothing Else

Consumed By Fire – What If

Thanks for listening!
– Joe

Wonderfully Made!

Tonight as Knox Starting Point celebrates its annual dinner, we are celebrating life with them! We remember the words of Psalm 139 that we are ‘fearfully and wonderfully made.’ We are somebody to Him!

Congratulations to Paisley from Mount Vernon, who guessed this song and wins the $5 gift card to Watts Restaurant in Utica!

Thanks for listening!
– Joe and Judah

Teachers Make An Impact!

Teachers can be some of the most important people in our lives….they can encourage, uplift and touch our lives or the lives of young people in a special way!

It’s Who Knew Wednesday on The Afternoon Drive, and we wanted to give a special shoutout to Teacher’s everywhere!

They’re some of the most underappreciated people in our lives, but it’s so important that we have good ones!

If you know a teacher who made an impact on your life, make sure to thank them today!

-I was born April 9, 1954 in Houston, TX

-I’m an American Film Actor

-I’ve starred in films like “Soul Surfer”, “Any Given Sunday” and “Reagan”

I am…Dennis Quaid!

Congratulations to Lincoln from Utica, he wins the two $5 Watts Restaurant Gift Cards!

Thanks for listening!-Judah

Star Wars…and Jesus??

Never thought we would see the day where famous actors from the Star Wars series voice characters in an animated film about the life of Jesus…but here we are.

It’s Artist Newsday and Game Time Tuesday right here on The Afternoon Drive, and we’ve got something pretty cool to look forward to this Friday.

Angel Studios releases their animated film about the life of Jesus, King of Kings, and the cast is star studded. There are literally so many Star Wars in this…including Luke Skywalker!

For a quick rundown of the cast, we’ve got:

Oscar Isaac, who voices Jesus. A.K.A, Poe Dameron from the latest Star Wars trilogy.

Mark Hamill—a.k.a. Luke Skywalker himself—voicing King Herod.

Forest Whitaker, who brought Saw Gerrera to life in Rogue One.

And even more! Star Wars nerds, this might just be the movie for you.

For more information and to secure free kids’ tickets, visit angel.com/kingofkings.

Plus, Toby Mac is recruiting some young talent to drop some absolute bangers!

Teaming up with Forrest Frank and Josiah Queen, he’s released two new tracks that are perfect for the upcoming summer! https://www.ccmmagazine.com/news/tobymac-drops-two-collabs/

“oh God, I’m desperate
Down on my knees
Send help from heaven
‘Cause that’s what I need
Redeem this wreckage
Restore my peace
I’m not asking, I’m begging
Lord, come through for me
I need heaven…”

A stumper! Tune in next week for your chance to grab TWO $5 Watts Restaurant Gift Cards!

Thanks for listening!- Judah

A Thousand Times!

Monday Motivation today features Darren Mulligan and We Are Messengers with their new song, ‘A Thousand Times.’ What a wonderful reminder of God’s persistence with us as we walk through the hills and valleys of life. His forgiveness and mercy knows no end!

Name something you might find in a first aid kit.

  1. Bandage (41 votes)
  2. Aspirins (29)
  3. Antibiotic cream (21)
  4. Tweezers (7)
  5. Eye wash (2)

Congratulations to Jenny from Mount Vernon, who guessed the top two answers and wins the $5 gift card to Watts Restaurant in Utica.

NZ Top 10 for 4/4/25

Praise the Lord it’s Friday! Here’s this week’s countdown:

10. Katy Nichole – When I Fall
9. Brandon Lake – That’s Who I Praise
8. Megan Woods – The Truth
7. Brandon Lake – Hard Fought Hallelujah
6. Colton Dixon – Up + Up
5. Jeremy Camp – Again
4. Jamie MacDonald – Desperate
3. Leanna Crawford – Still Waters (Psalm 23)
2. Seph Schlueter – Running Back To You (5th week at #2)
1. Crowder – Somebody Prayed (9th week at #1)

New Music Friday adds this week:

Danny Gokey – Only For a Moment

Andrew Ripp – Breakdown

Thanks for listening!
– Joe

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