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Stepping Out of Your Comfort Zone!

Life throws a lot at us, and a lot of it is unexpected…which means we have to sometimes get a little uncomfortable.

Stepping outside of what we know can be one of the scariest, and most rewarding experiences, we can take on.

It’s Who Knew Wednesday on The Afternoon Drive, and also National Take A Chance Day! We’re encouraging you to take a chance and take a risk. Maybe that means doing that thing you’ve been wanting to do for years but put off for years, or talk to that person you’ve wanted to speak to…but avoided.

-I was born April 23, 1564, in England

-I was a renowned playwright

-Some of my most well known works include ‘Romeo & Juliet”, “Macbeth”, “A Midsummers Night Dream” and more!

I am…William Shakespeare! Congratulations to Mary from Mount Vernon for naming the right person! She wins a $5 Gift Card to Watts Restaurant in Utica!

Thanks for listening!-Judah

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An American Idol Easter!

Yeah, you read that right. American Idol hosted an Easter special Sunday featuring some legends like CeCe Winans, Carrie Underwood, Brandon Lake and even mainstream artist Jelly Roll!

It’s Artist Newsday and Game Time Tuesday here on The Afternoon Drive, and we’re very excited to see Gospel music making an impact in culture!

Check out Brandon Lake’s performance here!

Plus, the perfect end to your summer is here! Katy Nicole’s album, Honest Conversations, drops August 15th on all platforms!

“He called my name (He called my name)
And He stole my shame (He stole my shame)
Everything changed when I came ___”

That’s the chorus from “Running Home” by Cochren & Company! Congratulations to Bonnie from Mount Vernon for naming that song, she wins the gift cards to Watts Restaurant in Utica!

Thanks for listening!-Judah

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Stolen by the Grave Robber!

As we come out of the Easter holiday, does that ‘resurrection have you singing?’ I hope so. Those are just some of the lyrics from one of today’s Monday Motivation songs, ‘Grave Robber,’ from Crowder.


Name something you might ask your waiter to bring you.

  1. Dessert (26 votes)
  2. Napkin (21)
  3. Utensils (20)
  4. Water (17)
  5. Menu (16)

Thanks to everyone who called in! We had over 20 unique guesses. Congratulations to Daniel from Mount Vernon, who guessed correctly and wins the $5 gift card to Watts Restaurant in Utica.

Thanks for listening!
– Joe

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He is Risen!

We’re so excited for Easter weekend! School getting out for a couple of days is great and all, but celebrating the greatest news ever, that Jesus died for our sins and rose from the grave to rescue us is even better!

It’s Praise Thursday here on The Afternoon Drive, and we wanna know what you’re praising the Lord for this Easter weekend!

“He is not here; for He is risen, as He said. Come, see the place where the Lord lay. And go quickly and tell His disciples that He is risen from the dead, and indeed He is going before you into Galilee; there you will see Him.” Matthew 28:6-7

The grave is empty, and because of that we have hope!

Today’s track was “The Cross” by Anne Wilson and Chris Tomlin. Congratulations to Stacy from Mount Vernon for correctly naming the tune and getting the $5 Gift Card to Watts Restaurant in Utica!

Thanks for listening!- Judah

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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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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

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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

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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

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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

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