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Friends and the beach? What could be any better!

Its foggy, rainy days like these that make me question the decision to live in central Ohio, especially on World Oceans Day. On todays’s show, we talked all about June 8th being both National Best Friends Day as well as World Oceans Day. We shared some fun facts about both days as well as some historical significance of the days, including ways to celebrate even if your 500 miles from the ocean.

For more information on National Best Friend Day, click here!

For more information on World Ocean Day, click here!

·      I was born today on June 8th, 1927 in New York City
·      I am credited with 114 acting credits for my career.
·      After serving in World War II, I made my acting debut on Broadway in The Silver Whistle.
·      I married my wife Anne Meara in 1954, and began touring as a comedic duo on programs such as The Ed Sullivan Show and The Tonight Show
·      I was nominated for an Emmy in 1997 for my performance as Frank Costanza
·      I continued my TV Success into the early 2000’s with my performance of Arthur Spooner on the hit show King of Queens.
·      My son is also a famous actor and we have stared in a number of films together.

I am…Jerry Stiller! Congratulations to Hellen from Fredericktown for guessing todays’s Who am I? and winning a $5 gift card to Round Hill Dairy Ice Cream!

Thanks for listening!-Brogan

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News and Notes for 6/7/22

Today’s show featured news from Maverick City Music and Kirk Franklin’s collaboration tour that is currently breaking records nationwide! We also talked about a feature story from Stars Go Dim and their song, “Yes He Does”. Chris Cleveland from the group breaks down the inspiration and story behind this hit song.

For more information on the story about Maverick City Music and Kirk Franklin, click here!

For more information on the story with Stars Go Dim and their inspiration behind the song “Yes He Does”, click here!

Once my feet have left the ledge
And in the rush I hear a voice
That’s telling me it’s time to take the leap of faith
So here, I go

-Dive by Steven Curtis Chapman

Congratulations to Ann for guessing the correct song title and artist for today’s song poetry, winning a $5 gift card to Round Hill Dairy Ice Cream!

Thanks for listening!-Brogan

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Peace on the Tough Days

Today for our Monday Motivation we shared a special devotional out of Our Daily Bread called His Cross of Peace. It told the story of Simon of Cyrene and how he literally denied himself and carried the cross of our Lord. Can we do the same? Read the full devotional HERE.

We also shared the message from the song “Jireh” by Maverick City Music, a song we play on WNZR. One of the lines that stands out in the chorus is:

Jireh, You are enough.

Sometimes it can be hard to find the peace to realize that truth. I pray today that you can find that peace on the tough days to know that we serve a God who is enough in every circumstance.

Name a kind of building that has many beds on it.

Hotel/Motel – 51

Hospital – 20

Shelter – 14

Jail – 11

Dormitory – 3

Congratulations to our winner, Barbie, she won a $5 gift card to Round Hill Dairy!

Thanks for listening!

-Alyssa

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The NZ Top Ten – 06/03/22

Here is our countdown for this week:

#10 – Me On Your Mind by Matthew West

#9 – I Will Carry You by Ellie Holcomb

#8 – God, Turn It Around by Jon Reddick

#7 – Sunday Sermons by Anne Wilson

#6 – See Me Through It by Brandon Heath

#5 – The Commission by CAIN

#4 – Jesus is Coming Back by Jordan Feliz ft. Mandisa and Jonathan Traylor

#3 – For God is With Us by For King & Country

#2 – Brighter Days by Blessing Offor

#1 – In Jesus Name (God of Possible) by Katy Nichole (3 weeks at #1)

NEW MUSIC FRIDAY

Our New Music Friday debut this week is a brand new song from Chris Tomlin called “Always”, watch the lyric video HERE.

Thanks for tuning in!

-Alyssa

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The humanness and patience of leading.

Todays devotional comes from Bill Crowder and Our Daily Bread, sharing a story about Charles Wesley and how he used the word of God to quell a fiery crowd when he was giving a speech about the Gospel.

Today’s show also included some praises from this past week, including more Lifeline 2022 updates.

Thanks for listening!

-Brogan

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National Great Outdoors Month!

Todays show is dedicated to the great outdoors, as we talk about June being the National Great Outdoors Month! We talk about the history of the proclamation, some great outdoor spots in Ohio and even some health benefits to being outdoors. June is also home to a number of outdoor related days of celebration, such as National Trails Day and National Get Outdoors Day. Although I know we have all been loving this 80’s and 90’s heat here in Ohio, theres no better time to get outside and experience all there is to outside! That of course, unless its thunder-storming out. For more information of National Great Outdoors day, click here! For more information on the health benefits of spending time outside, click here!

  • I was born today in 1937 in Memphis, Tennessee
  • I am known often for my deep, authoritative voice in films and narration
  • After serving in the Air Force from 1955-59, I made the transition to acting
  • I made my broadway debut in 1967 with Hello Dolly!
  • I earned my first Oscar nomination in 1987 for Best Actor in a Supporting Role with Street Smart
  • I earned my first Oscar win in 2005 for Best Performance by an Actor in a Supporting Role in Million Dollar Baby
  • My most famous character portrayals include Nelson Mandela, Ellis Redding and Lucius Fox

I am…Morgan Freeman! Congratulations to Brenda guessing the correct answer and winning a $5 gift card to Round Hill Dairy Ice Cream. Thanks for listening!

-Brogan

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News and Notes for 5/31/22

Today’s show featured artist news from Steven Curtis Chapman and We the Kingdom!

Steven Cutis Chapman recently resigned with his record label, Provident Label Group, as well as released a new single, “Still”. Steven shared how far he has come in his 35 years of music making, as well as expressed his excitement for the future after signing this deal, to read and learn more, click here!

We the Kingdom shared a new single titled “Miracle Power” this past weekend, debuting as the lead single for their upcoming sophomore album. The group also announced a nationwide tour, with three stops in Ohio. To learn more about their new single and tour, click here!

Oh’ I’m desperate for Your grace
I need You and I’m unashamed
Breathe new life into my veins

–Deseperado by Evan Craft

Congratulations to Patty of Fredericktown winning a one day pass to the Hiawatha Water Park matching the song lyrics to the artist and song title. Thanks for listening!

-Brogan

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NZ Top 10 for 5/27/22

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

10. Ellie Holcomb – I Will Carry You
9. Jordan St. Cyr – Weary Traveler
8. Jon Reddick – God, Turn it Around
7. Brandon Heath – See Me Through It
6. Anne Wilson – Sunday Sermons
5. CAIN – The Commission
4. for King and Country – For God is With Us
3. Jordan Feliz f/Mandisa & Jonathan Traylor – Jesus is Coming Back
2. Blessing Offor – Brighter Days
1. Katy Nichole – In Jesus’ Name (God of Possible) – 3rd week at #1

New Music Friday adds this week:

Casting Crowns – Crazy People

LYRIC VIDEO: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Nr5-cW_JZyI

STORY BEHIND THE SONG: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kSBPaWpPSHQ

Thanks for listening!
– Joe and Alyssa

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Healing after loss…

How Do We Heal? 

Its no secret and there’s no shame in admitting it has been a very tough past two weeks. Really, a past couple years. Amidst all that Is happening in the world, we still have the weight of our personally lives, as well as our spiritual lives and mental well beings. So with all that we bear, how do we manage? The answer is often times a tough pill to swallow, as we think we can do it all on our own or change on our own, and the answer is trust in Jesus, and trusting in the changing of hearts and minds.

2 Corinthians 5:14 says “ For Christ’s love compels us, because we are convinced that one died for all, and therefore all died.” Christ died for everyone. He died for all sins. The trade off, is he need to be stewards of Christ’s love and show compassion, love and dignity to all, regardless of their faith or life. Love is what will heal the hearts and minds of humans, and Christ showed us how in the Gospels. We can change this world, one heart at a time. 

Make it NOT so.

Read this devotional from Tim Gustafson by clicking here. Joe shared this one on May 2, but brought it back for today.

Thanks for listening! Please keep those prayers lifted for our friends in Uvalde.
– Brogan and Joe

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