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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

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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

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No Matter What…Give Him Praise!

Easier said than done, huh? We can say this and repeat it to ourselves and others as much as we want…sometimes it just doesn’t help.

It’s Praise Thursday on The Afternoon Drive, and we’re trying to remind ourselves to give thanks in ALL circumstances.

Yep, even when we don’t feel like it, HE is worthy of praise!

1 Thessalonians 5:16-18: Rejoice always, pray continually, give thanks in all circumstances; for this is God’s will for you in Christ Jesus.

If you’re finding yourself tired, burnt out and maybe just plain over it all, remember that God is always there to lift you up when you need Him.

Today’s track was “Running Back To You” by Seph Schlueter, correctly named by Rochelle from Mount Vernon! She wins TWO $5 Gift Cards to Watts Restaurant since last week’s was a stumper!

Thanks for listening!- Judah

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First of April Shenanigans

It IS April fools day…but this is hardly a joke.

It’s Artist News Day and Game Time Tuesday, and this is a HUGE month for Christian music!

Gospel Music Association (GMA) excitedly announced that industry leaders and organizations across Christian and Gospel music are coming together for the month of April to celebrate the first annual Christian Music Month (CMM), a movement designed to encourage fans everywhere to listen, engage, and share the power of Christian music. Guess what? You’re doing that right now by listening to WNZR!!

A talented singer named Baylee Littrell is making a name not just for himself, but for Jesus. The 22-year old son of Backstreet Boys star Brian Littrell performed “Hey Jesus” on American Idol , which he wrote about the pain of losing his grandmother three years ago — a loss that deeply shook his world and faith.

Check out the powerful performance here:

“The truth is I am my Father’s child
I make Him proud and I make Him smile
I was made in the image of a perfect King
He looks at me and wouldn’t change a thing
The truth is I am truly loved
By a God who’s good when I’m not good enough
I don’t belong to the lies, I belong to You”

Those are lyrics from Megan Woods’ “The Truth”! Congratulations to Jennifer from Centerburg! She wins TWO $5 Watts Restaurant Gift cards!

Thanks for listening!- Judah

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Weird But True!

Our world is an amazing, and a very weird, place.

It’s Who Knew Wednesday on The Afternoon Drive, and what better to do for who knew than fun facts…weird fun facts!

Did you know…

A shark grows and loses up to 30,000 teeth in it’s lifetime!

A piece of cake more than 4,000 years old was found in an ancient tomb in Egypt! Must’ve been pretty stale.

Hamster’s teeth never stop growing! As if my fear of rodents needed to be even worse.

A group of jellyfish is called a ‘smack’. What?!

-I was born March 12, 1962 in Los Angeles, California

-I was one of the most feared sluggers in the MLB, known for my prodigious home runs and intimidating presence in the batter’s box.

-I won one World Series with the New York Mets (1986) and three with the New York Yankees (1996, 1998, 1999).

I am…Darryl Strawberry!

Congratulations to Maude from Mount Vernon, she wins the $5 Watts Restaurant Gift Card!

Thanks for listening!- Judah

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Toby’s Coming To Columbus…

Ok, so we’re a little excited. Actually, VERY excited.

TobyMac is bringing his HITS DEEP tour, along with Crowder, CAIN, Ryan Stevenson and Terrian to Nationwide Arena in Columbus THIS Sunday night! For ticket information, check out our website WNZR.FM!

Still going strong, Toby dropped his latest album, Heaven On My Mind, last Friday!

Plus, Tasha Layton released her live album Worship Through It last Friday. The album features her hit single of the same way, and next week, on Sunday, March 16th, Layton appears as part of the Faith & Friends Series on Fox & Friends Weekend!

“So I hit my knees ’cause I’ve seen all heaven move
(Don’t matter if you hit rock bottom)
(My God pick you up when you call Him)
I pray, “Father, please” ’cause I’ve seen what He can do
(Don’t matter if the storm cloud coming)
(My God come through when you call Him)
These hands have no power
But there ain’t an hour He don’t come through
That’s why when mountains move, I say…”

That was ‘Somebody Prayed’ by Crowder, and congratulations to Scott from Mount Vernon! He wins TWO $5 Gift Cards to Watts Restaurant in Utica, since last week’s was a stumper!

Thanks for listening!- Judah

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Finding Joy in Tough Moments

You’ve heard it before. I know, I know, it’s extremely cliché. But life is hard. Sometimes, its really hard. When it gets hard, what do we do? To be completely honest, I haven’t quite figured that part out. But what I have figured out is that when things feel overwhelming, the one place to turn where peace is always guaranteed is.

It’s Praise Thursday here on The Afternoon Drive, and if life has you down lately, you definitely aren’t alone. I’ve found it draining just getting through the week. But thankfully, we have a source that is the ultimate provider of joy:

“Do not grieve, for the joy of the Lord is your strength.” Nehemiah 8:10 (NIV)

When you feel overwhelmed with worry, anxiety or just exhaustion, remember that the source of true strength is not found in yourself, but in the Lord.

We also had some fun sharing weird, but very true facts, including Neil Armstrong selling his hair for $3,000. Wish I could sell mine for that much…

Today’s track was “Never Get Used To This” by Forrest Frank and JVKE. Congrats to Terry from Mount Vernon for naming the right tune. Since last week’s was a stumper, he wins TWO $5 Watts Restaurant Gift Cards!

Thanks for listening!- Judah

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Running Back To Him!

When we need rest and a reminder of who we truly are, the Father’s arms are always open wide for us to run back to you.

It’s time for a little Monday Motivation on The Afternoon Drive, and we think that Seph Schlueter’s “Running Back To You” is the perfect example of a reminder of finding our hope and rest in the Lord! When we feel lost, confused, anxious, tired…whatever it is, God will ALWAYS be there for us, no matter what.

“When I’m drowning in questions, when I’ve lost the path
Your love is the answer as You’re calling me back

Back to the table, back to my home
Back to my Father who never lets go
Whatever I’m facing, I know what to do
With my arms wide open, I’m running to back to You”

Let these words be a reminder of where to go when you don’t know where to turn.

Name the most common snack you’d find at a ball park:

-Hamburgers-Top choice in 13 states

-Popcorn-favorite in 7 states

-Nachos-top choice in 5 states

-Hot dog- The favorite in OHIO!

Congratulations to Bob from Howard, he named Hot Dog as one of the top four choices! He wins the $5 Watts Restaurant Gift Card!

Thanks for listening!- Judah

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Who Influences You?

Who’s setting the example for you? Or who are you setting the example for?

It’s National Set A Good Example Day for Who Knew Wednesday on The Afternoon Drive, and we all have people who influence our lives everyday. Whether it’s our parents, spouse, kids, coach, or even people on social media and other entertainment, somebody or something is influencing us every single day of our lives.

We have to be incredibly mindful in choosing who we follow and who we watch…they can have an endearing impact on us, good and bad!

Be the influence in someone’s life that lifts them up and encourages them, and follow the example of those that encourage and have encouraged you!

-I was born February 26, 1932

-I was a famous singer, songwriter and performer

-I was known as the man in black, and was one of the most influential musicians in the twentieth century, inspiring artists in various genres, from country to rock ‘n’ roll

-I’m best known for the songs “Ring of Fire,” “I Walk the Line,” “A Boy Named Sue,” and “Folsom Prison Blues.”

I am…Johnny Cash!

Congratulations to Cody from Mount Vernon for guessing the correct person! He wins a $5 Gift Card to Watts Restaurant in Utica!

Thanks for listening!-Judah

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