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Who Knew What Was on Our Bucket List?!

Today we talked about things we want to do before we kick the bucket! We heard from many of our staff here at WNZR.

In case you were wondering about the origin of the phrase “bucket list” you can read all about it here! https://slate.com/culture/2011/11/bucket-list-what-s-the-origin-of-the-term.html

For the Who Knew Trivia question we did something a little different. The question came from LAST weeks show when we talked to Shannon from China! The question was “Where is shannon’s home town?” The answer is a city named Qingdao (CHEENG-dow) on the East Coast. Congratulations to Joy from Mt. Vernon  for guessing correctly!
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For King And Country Remix and the Return of Mac Powell!

 

One of our core artists For King and Country just released a remix of their SMASH HIT “God Only Knows.” You can read all about it here! https://jesusfreakhideout.com/news/2019/06/14.forKINGandCOUNTRYTeamsUpwithEchosmithandTimbalandforGodOnlyKnowsRemix.asp

 

We are also happy to announce the return of Mac Powell, former lead singer for Third Day! This time the family’s come along to back him up, take a look! https://jesusfreakhideout.com/news/2019/06/14.MacPowellandtheFamilyReunionAnnounceDebutAlbumOutJuly26.asp

 

Congratulations to Natolie and Ben. They were our winners for Song Poetry and Name That Tune respectively. The Songs were Third Days “Your Love Is like a River and TobyMacs “Beyond Me.”

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Who Knew it Was June?

Today we talked with Carrie Hyman about June First Friday! It’s the first First Friday so there’s a lot of buzz! This year’s theme is Summer Celebration!

WNZR will be there too with one of our signature prize baskets! This one is called the Shape Up, Clean up, Drink Up, Dress Up and Soak Up Prize Basket valued at over 240$! Head to www.wnzr.fm for full details on the prize basket giveaway!

Also a congratulations to Melissa from Mount Vernon for answering our Who Knew Wednesday Trivia Question. She correctly listed two items in our prize basket!

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Switchfoot and Sidewalk Prophets

For our artist news we featured Sidewalk Prophets and the second leg of their “These Simple Truths Tour.” Audience members get to take a trip down memory lane through some of the bands most iconic songs. You can read more about it here!

https://www.jesusfreakhideout.com/news/2019/05/29.SidewalkProphetsContinueTheirTen-YearAnniversaryCelebrationThisFall.asp

 

We also talked about the new live EP from Switchfoot! You can find out more information and read a heartwarming message here!

https://www.jesusfreakhideout.com/news/2019/05/31.SwitchfootDropsNewNATIVETONGUETourLiveEP!.asp

 

We almost had a stumper for Song Poetry but Rodney from Gambier called in just in time! He correctly guessed the song was “Live Like That” by the Sidewalk Prophets

Congratulations also to Joyce from Mount Vernon! She correctly guessed Switchfoot’s “Live it Well” as the song for Name That Tune!

 

 

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I scream, you scream…

Today we got to talk to Joanne Dager and Olivia Toth about the Sertoma Utica Ice Cream Festival! As Vice President of Velvet Ice Cream Joanne Dager has had a long history with the Festival. She went all the way back to the beginning and talked about how Velvet got involved 45 years ago.

Joanne and Olivia both had a lot to say about their experience and passion for the event. If you’d like more information you can find it at www.sertomaicecreamfestival.com

For the trivia question we asked a simple question. How long has the Sertoma Ice Cream festival been going on? 45 years was the answer…Congratulations to Christina from Butler for guessing correctly.

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Mystery Monday: Decorating Month!

Where you live has an impact on our mood, wellbeing and general happiness levels. That’s why it’s vitally important to feel happy in your own surroundings; you spend enough time at home, after all!! Today Lilly and I talked about Decorating Month!

First, we shared about Color Psychology and how each color can make you feel!

Here is some info on some colors:

The Afternoons Drive's - Todays mystery question

Question: Something People Design For A Living

  1. Clothes
  2. Buildings
  3. Furniture

Congratulations to Marie from Mount Vernon who guessed our top answer and won a $5 Gift Card to Troyers of Apple Valley!

Of course, we talked about interior design! Here are some of the tips we shared on the show!

Here are the 10 Interior design tips!

Here are the 6 Exterior design tips! 

Thank you for checking out our Blog!

-Hannah and Lilly

 

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Mystery Monday: Earth Day!

Today is Earth Day and today Todd and I are sharing by talking about some endangered species plants and animals!

Here is the Earth Day website!

Here is the page about Earth Day 2019! This one has all the info about the animals and plants we shared with you!

 

The Afternoons Drive's - Todays mystery question

Questions: There are over 300,000 flowering plant species in the world, what percentage of these plans are and dependent on insect pollination? (within 5%)

Answer: 90%

Congratulations to Karen from Mount Vernon who won a $5 Gift Card to Troyer’s of Apple Valley!

Thank you so much for checking out our blog!

-Hannah and Todd

 

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Mystery Monday

Today on Mystery Monday we chatting with lots of people who were impacted by our Lifeline Theme “God is On the Move” and wanted to share.

Here are a few of the conversations that we shared!

Here are the Staff testimonies!  

Today we did the mystery box! Here are the results of our sense tests!

Hearing Test: 

Question 1: Is it made out of plastic?

Answer: Yes!

Question 2: Does this item have a frame?

Answer:  Yep!

Touch Test: 

Question 1: Is this something you wear?

Answer: Yes.

Question 2: Is this item something that you commonly keep in your car?

Answer:  Yes!

Congrats to Kelly from Mount Vernon who guessed that our mystery item was – sunglasses  –  Lifeline 2018 Fix Our Eyes sunglasses, to be exact! She won that $5 Gift Card to Troyer’s of Apple Valley!

Wondering why the blog is so early?

Let me give you a hint – today is Aprils fools!

Props to Donna and Karen who figured it out!

Thanks so much for listening to The “Afternoon” Drive 😉

-Hannah and Lilly

 

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Who Knew Wednesday: Celebrating Music In Our Schools Month!

Here are the full conversations that we shared today! So many thanks to Chuck Dettmar from Centerburg local schools, Dr. Joann Koh-baker from MVNU and Lizzy Terwilliger a student at MVNU for sharing with us!

Here is some more information on Music In Our Schools Month!

 

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Name A Style Of Music That You’d Be Surprised To Hear That A Teenager Listened To:

  1. Classical –  43 points
  2. Country  – 27 points
  3. Jazz –  19 points
  4. Opera   – 9 points

Congratulations to Nathan from Norwalk who guessed our top answer today! He won that $5 gift card to Troyer’s of Apple Valley!

the who knew food corner

Here is the Blog Exclusive Who Knew Food Conner – It’s Spanish Paella Day!

If you don’t know what a Paella is, it’s a traditional Spanish dish, made with rice, meat or fish, and a delicious sauce. Whilst many countries and regions have their own recipes and variations, the best paellas are made in Spain, on the beach, with fresh seafood.

Here are some recipes!

Easy and Classic Paella recipe

The Ultimate Paella

Thank you SO MUCH for checking out our blog!! 
-Hannah and Lilly
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