WNZR’s Meet the Staff Monday with Zane Menzie!

It’s time for Meet the Staff Monday, and this week we’re introducing Zane Menzie, one of the newest members of the WNZR radio team!

Click HERE to hear the full conversation!

Zane is from Marion, Ohio, and transferred to Mount Vernon Nazarene University after realizing his previous school in Columbus wasn’t the right fit. After visiting campus, he felt MVNU was the place for him and decided to make the move.

Zane joined WNZR through one of his classes and decided to give radio a try—and now you can hear him on the air Thursdays from 1–3pm. Outside the studio, he stays busy as the president of the Theatre Club, something he’s very passionate about. He even had the opportunity to direct his own play, which gave him the chance to see theatre from the other side of the curtain. Zane hopes to pursue a master’s degree in directing and producing, with dreams of becoming a professor or working with smaller theatre productions in the future.

This spring he’s also involved with the theatre production of Big Fish: The Musical, happening March 26–29. The show tells the story of a larger-than-life storyteller and the relationship between a father and son as they discover the truth behind the tall tales. You can search for MVNU Theatre tickets online if you’d like to attend.

When he’s not on the air or working with theatre, Zane enjoys making homemade sushi, playing video games on the weekends, and spending time with family and friends. His favorite song right now is “Hard Fought Hallelujah.”

One interesting fact about Zane is that he was born with nerve damage in one ear and can only hear about 25% from it. He also shared how God has been helping him grow in his faith—learning to make it his own rather than simply following the faith of his family.

Be sure to tune in and hear Zane on WNZR Thursdays from 1–3pm!

Click HERE to learn more about WNZR!

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WNZR congratulates the 2026 EmpowHER Award Winner Carrie Brown

Carrie Brown was the winner of the 2026 EmpowHER Award.
She was nominated by her friend Sandy Boone.
Click HERE to hear WNZR’s Marcy Rinehart talk with Carrie.

Carrie is a registered nurse and leads a non-profit organization for at-risk youth called PELIA Equine. They have a summer camp, 4H club and after school programming.

Sandy volunteers with PELIA Equine. She talks about why she nominated Carrie for this award. She talks about how Carrie helped her out of a trauma experience with horses. Sandy also shares how Carrie has an incredible heart for the kids and takes the message of “love your neighbor” to a new level.

Carrie talks about the EmpowHER Event Theme – Vogue Presence – Where Your Voice Leads, Change Follows. She talks about how your words are powerful. They have a saying in the barn – “Say what you mean, mean what you say”. She shares encouragement for women working with youth and how valuable it is to serve others.

EmpowHER Award:
This award is given to a Woman of Inspiration!
Belief is a powerful engine. This woman believes so strongly in the outcomes she seeks that her beliefs mold her path to get there. The recipient of this award champions for women in her network, workplace, and community. She is a team player and active mentor who paves the road to empowering women in leadership roles. She is a woman of inspiration that is true to herself, and her example is so noteworthy as to inspire others spontaneously. Her passion channels her actions and her voice as she strives to empower the women and girls of Knox County.

Thanks to New Directions of Knox County for hosting the 2026 EmpowHER Awards.

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WNZR congratulates the 2026 EmpowHER Event Grit and Grace Award Winner Amy Hull

Amy Hull was the winner of the 2026 Grit and Grace Award.
She was nominated by her sister, Lindsey Lamp.
Click HERE to hear WNZR’s Marcy Rinehart talk with Amy.

Amy serves as the Senior Director of Operations for Tim Hortons. She works with 32 restaurants and 4 district managers. She talks about how she serves her team members and the community while balancing the life of a single Mom.
She also tells us about her sons Oakley (age 11) and Magnus (age 9).

Lindsey talks about why she nominated Amy for this award. These ladies are twin sisters! Lindsey talks about Amy’s influence over all the children in their family and how she advocates for others with grace. She also shares how Amy pours into her employees and gives life-changing second changes to empower her workers to a successful path.

Amy talks about the EmpowHER Event Theme – Vogue Presence – Where Your Voice Leads, Change Follows. She talks about how she is living out this theme in her career and life. She talks about the power of words as she works with youth and encourages her sons.
She also shares encouragement for single Moms and women in leadership in business.
Grit and Grace Award:

This award is given to a single-parent mom who has overcome adversity and demonstrates resilience. She has transformed her life and the lives of her children with dignity and grace. She leads by example. She is a picture of selflessness and courage to all who encounter her.

Thanks to New Directions of Knox County for hosting the 2026 EmpowHER Awards.

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WNZR congratulates the 2026 EmpowHER Raising the Bar Award Winner Erin Skillman

Erin Skillman was the winner of the 2026 Raising the Bar Award.
She was nominated by her daughter, Chloe Skillman.
Click HERE to hear WNZR’s Marcy Rinehart talk with Erin.

Erin has been serving as a hair designer and salon owner for 30 years. She owns a salon and spa in Westerville. She talks about how she loves the chance to make people feel good every day.

Chloe talks about why she nominated her Mom for this award. She talks about how Erin is an amazing volunteer with MTVarts and has done makeup and hair for SO many young performers and shows.

Erin talks about the EmpowHER Event Theme – Vogue Presence – Where Your Voice Leads, Change Follows. She talks about grit, perseverance, starting over and being humble to learn from others. She also gives advice to women wanting to go into this field.

Raising the Bar Award:
This award is given to a Woman with 20+ years of experience in their field! The recipient of this award is an extraordinary woman who has manifested a legacy that continues to inspire others. She has dedicated her life to the advancement of those around her and paved the way for the leaders of tomorrow. She is recognized as an ambassador for women through her extraordinary dedication, personal achievements, and service to others through mentorship, philanthropy, and business. This award recognizes a woman who has spent more than 20 years in her field.

Thanks to New Directions of Knox County for hosting the 2026 EmpowHER Awards.

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WNZR congratulates the 2026 EmpowHER Event Heart Award Winner Karen Cherup

Karen Cherup was the winner of the 2026 Heart Award.
She was nominated by her daughter Katie Green.
Click HERE to hear WNZR’s Marcy Rinehart talk with Karen.

Karen has served as a Registered Oncology Nurse for over 30 years! She has always desired to help others.
Katie talks about why she nominated her Mom for this award. She talks about how Karen is a living example of a servant leader.

Karen talks about the EmpowHER Event Theme – Vogue Presence – Where Your Voice Leads, Change Follows. She talks about how women want to excel and be better within their fields. She gives advice to women who are interested in going into the nursing field.

Heart Award:
This award is given to a Front-Line worker! The Heart Award was born out of COVID19 and the need to acknowledge greater endeavors in support of our humanity with a focus on others over self. This woman has a commitment and passion for service while making an impact and leads with purpose. She has dedicated her life as a successful front-line worker. She has proven her endless dedication to her field.

Thanks to New Directions of Knox County for hosting the 2026 EmpowHER Awards.

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WNZR congratulates the 2026 EmpowHER Event Vision Builder Award Winner Olivia Breckler

Olivia Breckler was the winner of the 2026 Vision Builder Award.
She was nominated by her business partner, Stacey Rosselot.
Click HERE to hear WNZR’s Marcy Rinehart talk with Olivia.

Olivia owns Wildflower Wellness Therapy Services. Olivia and Stacey are both Occupational Therapists. They offer mobile based occupational, speech and pelvic floor/lactation support services with a focus on women and children.

Stacey talks about why she nominated Olivia for this award. She talks about Olivia’s vision for providing services for women and babies.

Olivia talks about the EmpowHER Event Theme – Vogue Presence – Where Your Voice Leads, Change Follows. She talks about how she is living out this theme in her career and life.

Vision Builder Award:
Vision shapes our future. The recipient of this award is a woman with less than 10 years of experience in her field who has wasted no time making an impact and breaking down barriers. She emphasizes building honest relationships, values input, has the mindset of a leader, and leads by example with an immense amount of courage. She has valued what she’s learned from her mentors and wants to pay it forward as a mentor to others. She is changing the landscape in which women serve.

Thanks to New Directions of Knox County for hosting the 2026 EmpowHER Awards.

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WNZR congratulates the 2026 EmpowHER Event Scholarship Winner Madeline Springer

Madeline is a senior from Mount Vernon High School.
She is the winner of a Girl Power Scholarship of $2,500!
Click HERE to hear WNZR’s Marcy Rinehart talk with Madeline.

She submitted an essay based on an experience she had in elementary school where she stood up for another student that was being made fun of by other classmates. She talked about empowering others.

She will be going to Capital University after graduation to major in Nursing.

Madeline talks about the EmpowHER Event Theme – Vogue Presence – Where Your Voice Leads, Change Follows.
She is using her voice to lead through the Teen Advisory Council, which is part of the New Directions outreach.

Thanks to New Directions of Knox County for hosting the 2026 EmpowHER Awards.

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The Morning Thing Friday Favorites – our favorite songs on WNZR

On The Morning Thing today, the focus was on the music! So our Friday Favorites featured the hosts favorite songs playing right now on WNZR.

Click HERE to hear from our hosts or click on the picture below.

You can click on the links to see the music videos for each song.

Josiah’s favorite song is Breakdown by Andrew Ripp – https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_zLuDljOpTk

Xander’s favorite song is Heaven On My Mind by Toby Mac – https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9LOSvwjI42M

Eric’s favorite song is Place In This World by for King & Country and Michael W. Smith – https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SDmsRhWpsYw

Marcy’s favorite song is No Survivors by Jeremy Camp – https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IkhEiGjIQkM

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Flying Horse Farms Offers Life-Changing Camp Experience for Children with Serious Illnesses

For many kids, summer camp means swimming, boating, archery, and making lifelong memories with new friends. At Flying Horse Farms in Mount Gilead, those same camp traditions are made possible for children living with serious illnesses.

WNZR’s Eric Brown recently spoke with Liv Malmsten about the organization’s unique medical specialty camp and the impact it has on children and families.

Click HERE to hear the full conversation!

Flying Horse Farms provides a traditional camp experience—complete with activities like swimming, boating, archery, and arts and crafts—while also ensuring campers are supported in a medically and emotionally safe environment. The goal is simple: give kids the chance to just be kids while still receiving the care they need.

A key part of that support is the camp’s on-site Wellness Center. The facility is staffed by medical and psychosocial professionals who help meet campers’ physical, emotional, and behavioral needs. With that level of care available, children can safely enjoy the full camp experience even while managing serious health conditions.

During the conversation, Malmsten explained that the camp carefully adapts activities so every child can participate. Whether it’s modifying equipment or adjusting how an activity is run, the staff works to ensure each camper can join in and experience the fun alongside their peers.

Looking ahead to the upcoming summer season, Flying Horse Farms is encouraging families to apply soon. The priority application deadline is March 16, although applications will still be accepted after that date as space allows.

The camp is also currently seeking adult volunteers who want to help support campers throughout the summer. Volunteers play an important role in creating a welcoming and encouraging environment for children and their families.

Click HERE to learn more about the camp, apply, or explore volunteer opportunities!

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10 Things We Don’t Say Enough: The Power of Simple Encouragement

Life moves fast. Between work, family responsibilities, appointments, and everything else that fills our calendars, it’s easy to feel like we’re always rushing from one thing to the next. Some days we barely have enough time to catch our breath—let alone pause long enough to appreciate the people around us.

On Thursday’s show, WNZR’s Eric Brown shared something simple but powerful: a list of 10 things we don’t talk about enough. The conversation was all about encouragement and improving the way we communicate with the people in our lives.

When you think about it, there are so many small phrases that can mean the world to someone. Words like “thank you,” “I appreciate you,” or “I’m proud of you” might seem ordinary to the person saying them—but to the person hearing them, they can be incredibly meaningful.

The truth is, encouragement doesn’t have to be elaborate. You don’t need a big speech or the perfect moment. Often it’s the small, genuine expressions that matter most. Taking a few seconds to tell someone you value them can completely change the tone of their day.

And here’s the interesting part: encouragement works both ways. When someone lights up your day with kindness or support, returning that appreciation can create a ripple effect. A few sincere words can strengthen relationships, build trust, and remind people they’re not invisible in the busyness of life.

Sometimes the best thing we can do is simply slow down for a moment and reflect on the good things happening around us. Gratitude—spoken out loud—can be surprisingly therapeutic. It shifts our perspective and helps us notice the people who make our lives better.

So maybe this week is a good time to start saying a few things we don’t say often enough.

  • Tell someone you appreciate them.
  • Thank someone who made your day easier.
  • Let someone know they matter.

You might be surprised how much those simple words mean—and how much brighter they make the day for both of you.

Click HERE to read the full story at The Odyssey.com

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