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What a Time to be Alive!!

On this week’s Who Knew Wednesday we talked about National Nurses Day and National No Diet Day. Plus we did our Who Am I trivia and gave away tickets for MTVarts To Kill a Mockingbird! Here’s what we talked about:

WHO KNEW FACT CHECK– National Nurses Day is the first day of National Nursing Week, which concludes on May 12, Florence Nightingale’s birthday. 

National Nurses Day– In the U.S., nurses outnumber doctors roughly three-to-one

 

National No Diet Day. Mary Evans Young created the day after struggling with her own body image and witnessing others experience similar issues. She is also the director of the British anti-diet group, “Diet Breakers”. 

Who Knew Fact Check: National no diet day isn’t picked on a random day. It’s on the founder’s birthday.

  

MTVarts are presenting To Kill A Mockingbird Friday May 8th 7:30pm – 9:30pm at the Woodward Opera House, 107 S Main St, Mt Vernon, OH 43050. It is a school performance, but it does contain language, violence, and racism. It is important and relevant, but it can be emotionally intense and may not be suitable for younger viewers. Tune in during The Morning Thing and Afternoon Drive to win tickets! Tomorrow is the LAST DAY to win tickets!! Congratulations to Ben of Mount Vernon for taking home a pair of tickets!

WHO AM I? 

  1. I was born on May 6, 1961, in Lexington, Kentucky, and I grew up in a family involved in television and entertainment. 
  1. I got my big break playing Dr. Doug Ross on the TV show ER, which helped launch my acting career. 
  1. I’ve starred in movies like Ocean’s Eleven, Gravity, and Michael Clayton, earning several awards along the way. 
  1. I’ve also worked as a director and producer, including directing films like Good Night, and Good Luck. 
  1. Outside of acting, I’m involved in humanitarian work and co-founded organizations to raise awareness about global issues like human rights. 

I am…George Clooney!! Congratulations to Linda of Mount Vernon for guessing correctly and taking home a $5 gift card to Watts Resturant in Utica!

Tune in Tomorrow for Praise Thursday with Joe and Gabriella!

Thanks to much for listening!

– Joe and Gabriella 🙂

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Fashion Fades… Denim is Forever!!

Today on Who Knew Wednesday we talked about National Denim and Zipper Day! Plus, we played our Who Am I trivia! Here’s what we talked about:

Who Knew: National Denim Day! Did you know your favorite pair of blue jeans has roots in France? The word “denim” actually comesfrom fabric made in Nîmes—“serge de Nîmes,” meaning “from Nîmes!” 

Who Knew: And here’s another one—early jeans didn’t even have zippers! When Levi Strauss first made them for Gold Rush workers, they used buttons because they were tough and reliable. 

Who Knew: National Zipper Day! Speaking of zippers… the modern version we use today was perfected by Gideon Sundback in the early 1900s—but they weren’t originally for jeans. They first showed up on boots!   

Who Knew: So how did zippers and denim finally come together? During World War II, zippers became more common in clothing—and eventually made their way into jeans for added convenience.  👖🔗 Today, whether you’re rocking a classic button fly or a zipper, you’re wearing a little piece of history. 

Who Knew: The zipper was invented in 1893 by Whitcomb Judson, but his version wasn’t very reliable. A better version came later from Gideon Sundback, who designed the modern zipper in 1913. The name “zipper” came from the sound it makes—popularized by the B. F. Goodrich Company when they used it on rubber boots in the 1920s.  

Who Knew: Early zippers were first used on boots and tobacco pouches—not clothing! 

WHO AM I?

  1. I was born on April 29, 1933, in Abbott, Texas. 
  1. I became a leading figure in the “outlaw country” movement, with artists like Waylon Jennings.  
  1. I wrote classics like “Crazy,” famously recorded by Patsy Cline, “Always on My Mind,” and “On the Road Again” 
  1. I am known for my distinctive voice, long braids, and my well-worn guitar named “Trigger.”  
  1. I’m also an actor, author, and activist, known for co-founding Farm Aid to support American farmers. 

I am… Willie Nelson!! Congratulations to Gidget of Mount Vernon for guessing our Who Am I correctly and taking home a $5 gift card to Watts Restaurant in Utica!

Tune in Tomorrow for Praise Thursday with Brook Abella, Gabriella, and Joe!

Thanks so much for listening!

– Joe and Gabriella 🙂

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Who Doesn’t Love Jelly Beans??

On this weeks Who Knew Wednesday we talked about jelly beans and did our Who Am I trivia! Here’s what we talked about:

Who Knew Fact Check: Is it true over 1 billion people in more than 190 countries participate in Earth Day? Yes. Earth Day is considered the world’s largest civic-focused day of action, with more than 1 billion people in over 190 countries participating annually! 

Who Knew Fact: Did jelly beans go to space? YES. President Reagan was fond of jelly beans and sent them aboard the Space Shuttle Challenger in 1983. Astronauts were filmed enjoying the candies in zero gravity, turning the sugary treats into floating, bite-sized snacks. 

Jelly bean dad jokes: What do you call a group of jelly beans singing? A jam session.

How did the jelly bean get good grades? He was on a roll.

Happy National Jelly Bean Day!!

WHO AM I? 

  1. I was born today, April 22nd, 1904 in NYC, and passed away on February 18, 1967. 
  1. I was an American theoretical physicist and known as the “father of the atomic bomb.” 
  1. I served as the scientific director of the Manhattan Project during World War II, and led the team that developed the first nuclear weapons at Los Alamos Laboratory. 
  1. After World War II, I became a prominent voice warning about the dangers of nuclear weapons and advocating for international control. 
  1. I have a movie about me! I was portrayed by Cillian Murphy, alongside a cast of Emily Blunt, Matt Damon, and Robert Downey Jr. 

I am… Robert Oppenheimer! Congratulations to Mark of Utica for guessing correctly and taking home a $5 gift card to Watts Restaurant in Utica!

Tune in Tomorrow for Praise Thursday with Brook Abella, Gabriella, and Joe!

Thanks so much for listening!

– Joe and Gabriella 🙂

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We Serve a BIG God!!

Today on Who Knew Wednesday we had a conversation with Marcel Shyaka, President of Ibuka USA and MVNU student Pamela Isimbi about the Saturday’s Kwibuka 32, remembering the Rwandan Tutsi genocide of 1994. We also played Who Am I Trivia! Here’s what we talked about:

Who Knew: Mount Vernon Nazarene University (MVNU) will host Kwibuka 32, an annual commemoration honoring the victims and survivors of the 1994 Genocide against the Tutsi in Rwanda, on Saturday, April 18, 2026, from 1:30 to 4:30 p.m. in Foster Hall at Ariel Arena. The event, organized in partnership with IBUKA USA, the Rwandan community in Ohio, Peace and Love Proclaimers, MVNU’s Office of Intercultural Life and the Ohio Holocaust and Genocide Memorial and Education Commission, is open to the public.

Kwibuka — meaning “to remember” in Kinyarwanda — is observed annually around the world as a time of reflection, education, and solidarity. This year marks the 32nd anniversary of a genocide that claimed more than one million Tutsi lives in just 100 days. The commemoration theme, “Remember, Unite, Renew,” calls communities together to honor those who were lost, support survivors, and recommit to a future built on peace.

The program will include testimonies from genocide survivors who will share their lived experiences, an exhibition tracing the history of the genocide, and a time of communal remembrance. Attendees are asked to wear black, grey, or other dark colors as a sign of mourning and respect. To listen to the conversation click HERE!

Who Knew: Jackie Robinson Day! Jackie Robinson Day is April 15 every year. We celebrate the debut of one of the biggest icons of Major League Baseball, Jackie Robinson. He was the first Black player to be selected for Major League Baseball and was also the first Black lieutenant to protest the laws of segregation on an army bus. Later in life, he became the first Black American to assume the post of vice president of a major corporation. On and off the field, Robinson remained a hero.

Who Am I?

  1. I was born April 8, 1940, in Martins Ferry, Ohio 
  1. I played basketball for coach Fred Taylor at Ohio State, winning a national championship in 1960 
  1. I played my entire pro career with the Boston Celtics 
  1. I won 8 NBA championships with Boston and a 13-time All-Star 
  1. I retired in 1978 and joined the Basketball Hall of Fame in 1984 

I am John Havlicek! Congratulations to Lisa of Mount Vernon for guessing correctly and taking home TWO $5 gift cards to Watts Restaurant in Utica!

Tune in Tomorrow for Praise Thursday with Brook Abella, Gabriella, and Joe!

Thanks so much for listening!

– Joe and Gabriella 🙂

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Happy April Fool’s Day!!

For this week’s Who Knew Wednesday we talked about who Knew facts about April Fools Day, Sour dough bread, and Easter! We also played our Who Am I trivia. Here’s what we talked about:

Who Knew: Is it true that the origin of April Fool’s Day is unknown? Yes! The exact origins of April Fools’ Day are unknown, though many historians believe it began in France in the 16th century following the adoption of the Gregorian calendar. 

Who Knew: Is it true sourdough bread was created by accident? Yes, sourdough is widely believed to have been invented by accident around 3000 BC in ancient Egypt. It was likely discovered when a mixture of flour and water was left out, allowing wild yeast and bacteria in the air to ferment it, causing the dough to rise 

Who Knew: Easter’s coming soon!

WHO AM I?

  1. I was born on April 1, 1995, in Westlake, Ohio, and I grew up alongside my younger brother, Jake Paul. 
  1. I first gained popularity by posting short comedy videos on Vine before transitioning to YouTube, where my channel quickly grew to millions of subscribers. 
  1. I have expanded my career beyond social media by becoming a professional boxer and participating in high-profile matches, including one against Floyd Mayweather. 
  1. I co-founded the beverage company Prime Hydration, which became extremely popular, especially among athletes and younger audiences. 
  1. I am also involved in professional wrestling and have performed in WWE events, showing my versatility as an entertainer. 

 I am… Logan Paul! Congratulations to Rodney of Gambier for guessing correctly and taking home a $5 gift card to Watts Restaurant in Utica!

Tune in Tomorrow for Praise Thursday with Brook Abella, Gabriella, and Ethan!

Thanks so much for listening!

– Joe and Gabriella 🙂

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Waffles and Wagons!!

On this BEAUTIFUL Who Knew Wednesday we talked about today’s holidays and did our famous Who Am I in the second hour! Here’s what we talked about:

WHO KNEW FACT CHECK– National Little Red Wagon Day? YES. It’s celebrated annually on the last Wednesday in March to honor the iconic Radio Flyer wagon as a symbol of childhood imagination, play, and adventure. Founded in 2016, this day encourages families to bring out their wagons for outdoor play and to create new memories. It’s a beautiful day to participate!

WHO KNEW FACT CHECK – The world’s largest waffle was recorded at 110 pounds with a diameter of over 8 feet, made in the Netherlands. Tomas Jefferson is credited with popularizing them in the 1790s, likely bringing long-handled waffle irons back from France or Holland, which sparked a “waffle craze”. He hosted “waffle frolics” and served yeast-leavened waffles at Monticello.

Worlds largest Waffle- Click HERE

WAFFLE DAD JOKES– What do you call a waffle on a California beach? A San Diego. Why did the waffle skip breakfast? It was already battered. Waffles are just pancakes with abs. I love you a waffle lot. Don’t go baking my heart. I’m not flipping out, you’re just that sweet. Life is short, stack more waffles

WHO AM I?

  1. I was born on March 25, 1928, in Cleveland 
  1. I was a naval aviator and test pilot before joining NASA in 1962 as part of its second group of astronauts. 
  1. I flew four space missions—Gemini 7, Gemini 12, Apollo 8, and Apollo 13—making me one of the most experienced astronauts of my era. 
  1. On Apollo 8, I became one of the first humans to orbit the Moon. 
  1. I commanded the ill-fated Apollo 13 mission in 1970, which suffered an in-flight explosion but returned safely—an event later dramatized in the film Apollo 13. 

I am… Jim Lovell! Congratulations to Brad of Mount Vernon for guessing correctly and taking home a $5 gift card to Watts Restaurant in Utica!

Tune in Tomorrow for Praise Thursday with Brook Abella, Gabriella, and Joe!

Thanks so much for listening!

– Joe and Gabriella 🙂

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Spring FEVER!!

On this week’s Who Knew Wednesday we talked about spring centered who knew facts and did our Who Am I trivia! Here’s what we talked about:

Who Knew Fact: Are birds more vocal during spring? Spring is the breeding season, causing birds to sing more to attract mates and warn rivals. 

Who Knew Fact: National awkward moment day! Embrace and laugh off the cringeworthy, embarrassing social stumbles we all experience.

Who Knew Fact: “Spring fever” is a real thing? Yes. The increase in daylight and sunlight triggers the release of serotonin in the brain, which makes people feel happier and more energetic. 

Who Knew Fact: The Lifeline challenge is back for 2026? We are looking for 250 individuals to take on the lifeline challenge by giving $25 per month! Will you take one the challenge?

  1. I was born on March 18, 1979, in Los Angeles, California. 
  1. I am best known as the lead singer and frontman of the pop-rock band Maroon 5. 
  1. Before Maroon 5, I was in a band called Kara’s Flowers, which later evolved into Maroon 5 after a style change. 
  1. I gained widespread popularity not only through music but also as a coach on the TV show The Voice. 
  1. I am also known for my distinctive tattoos, many of which cover my arms and torso and often have personal meanings. 

I am… Adam Levine! Congratulations to Nicole of Mount Vernon for guessing correctly and taking home a $5 gift card to Watts Restaurant in Utica!

Tune in Tomorrow for Praise Thursday with Joe, Brook Abella, and Gabriella!

Thanks so much for listening!

– Gabriella 🙂

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Big Dreams and Hygiene!!

Who Knew Fact: Is there a day to celebrate dreaming? YES, today is National Dream Day, where we promote that any of our aspirations and dreams should be pursued with perseverance. 

Who Knew Fact: Should you wash your nose? YES. Daily? YES. Washing out the nose hasn’t always been a very common practice for everyone, but it should be. Most people don’t realize how many germs, allergens, and other icky invisibles can be present inside the nose just from daily living. Practicing daily nose washing helps to support the body’s defenses as the nasal passages work to rid themselves of irritants. 

Who Knew Fact: Is March named for a Roman god? YES. For Mars or Martius, the Roman god of war and a mythical ancestor of the Roman people. In Roman times March signaled people that it’s time to fight since soldiers paused fighting during the winter. Which is why March is named after the God of war!

Today is also national prom-posal day!! As prom approaches it’s time to start thinking about who and how you’re going to ask someone to prom!!

Who Am I? 

  1. I was born on March 11, 1931, in Melbourne, Australia, son of a newspaper publisher.
  2. When my father died in 1952, I inherited The News, a small newspaper in Adelaide. 
  3. I expanded the company and eventually started News Corp.  which became one of the world’s largest media companies. 
  4. In the late 1980’s, I launched the Fox Broadcasting Company and then Fox News, significantly shaping television and news media in the United States.
  5. I stepped down as chairman in 2023 and my son took over. 

I am…Rupert Murdoch. Congratulations to Bonnie of Mount Vernon for guessing correctly and taking home a $5 gift card to Watts Restaurant in Utica!

Tune in Tomorrow for Praise Thursday with Ethan and Gabriella!

Thanks so much for listening!

– Joe and Gabriella 🙂

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What Is Your Favorite Snack?

Today on Who Knew? Wednesday, we learned that today is National Snack Day and National Dance The Waltz Day!

What is your favorite snack? Today is National Snack Day!

We are blessed to be able to enjoy snacks of all kinds, like granola bars, chips, fruit, veggies, and as Ethan shared on The Afternoon Drive today, candy bars!

Give this day a celebration by enjoying one of your favorite treats!

Here are a couple of suggestions to get you started:

  • Apples
  • Potato Chips
  • Oranges
  • Chocolate Bar
  • Bananas
  • Ethan Hershberger’s Pick: Mr. Beast’s Feastable Peanut Butter Cups

There are so many snacks we get to enjoy! What do you usually munch on while listening to The Afternoon Drive?

Learn more about National Snack Day HERE!

Today is also National Dance The Waltz Day!

This dance originates back to the Tyrol region of Austira. Since it’s creation back in 1748, it has exploded in popularity all around the world.

You typically dance the waltz in a 1-2-3 rhythm with graceful turns, and it has grown to be very common in ballroom settings.

To celebrate National Dance The Waltz Day, we listened to Steven Curtis Chapman’s song Cinderella.

Learn more about National Dance The Waltz Day HERE!

Do you remember reading this verse last year? YouVersion announced that the verse Isaiah 41:10 was “the most engaged-with verse throughout 2025.”

Isaiah 41:10 NIV: “So do not fear, for I am with you; do not be dismayed, for I am your God. I will strengthen you and help you; I will uphold you with my righteous right hand.”

What an encouraging verse to remind us to not rely on our own strength, but cling to God and depend on His strength alone!

Read more HERE!

Today’s Who Am I? mystery person was a famous actres!

Here were this week’s five biographical hints:

  1. I was born on March 4, 1954, in Toronto, Canada, and I grew up in a large family. I recently passed away this year, on January 30, 2026.
  2. I got my start in comedy as a member of Toronto’s Second City improv troupe, which helped launch my career in television and film.
  3. I became widely known for my work on the sketch comedy show SCTV, where I played many different characters and earned critical acclaim.
  4. I am best recognized for my role as Kate McCallister in Home Alone.
  5. Throughout my career, I worked extensively as a voice actress, including roles in several animated films such as The Nightmare Before Christmas and Corpse Bride.

I am… Catherine O’Hara!

Congratulations to Wid from Fredericktown for calling in and correctly guessing this week’s mystery person! He will be taking home a $5 gift card to Watts Restaurant in Utica!

Tune in on Thursday with Ethan Hershberger for praise, worship music, and inspiring devotionals for Praise Thursday on The Afternoon Drive!

Thank you for listening!
– Ethan Hershberger

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