The KLRC Morning Show Podcast

We're getting ready for the holiday with "Ross the Intern"' who is a firework fanatic. Plus a positive difference story from nearby where the efforts of 32 volunteers turned into a day where God showed up at a prison and some inmates found true freedom!

This morning we have a chat with Chaplain Justin about Independence Day! Also tune in to hear the outcome of this week's battle of the interns, the Positive Difference Story of the day about a dramatic rescue, and of course, to celebrate today's birthdays!

This morning we shared some highlights the More Than Smalltalk Podcast, talking about the challenges and blessings of friendships among women. Also, learn why sharing funny animal videos is good for your relationships!

Mark has been battling some stuff all weekend and it inspired a prayer for those battling so much more. Plus Lashonda gets a surprise call that her wish for her sister is going to come true this summer!

We get ready for the weekend and try out a new game called "5 in15". Plus your family fun calendar, and a Plugged In review of the new FI movie.

KLRC Artist Riley Clemmons joined Mark for a conversation about learning to be more fully honest, what brings her joy now, and the special moment she surprised her Dad with a song she wrote about him. You can catch Riley in concert July 5th (details at klrc.com)

Mark is back just in time to reveal Secret Sound of Summer #4! Plus we find out who received the first portable AC Unit as part of our "Feel the Love" giveaway.

Today on the morning show, Kara is joined by author and podcaster Suzanne Eller to talk about a new resource that will help you move past what you cannot change. Also, a story about a 12 year old girl who is running her own business, and inspiring creativity in others.

Kara from Afternoons fills in for Mark on this Monday and kicks off the week with a special liturgy for morning coffee. She also shares an inspiring story about an 82 year old woman who is a competitive weightlifter, and a story about a day at the lake, and her new favorite way to say goodbye.

We get ready for the weekend and the TobyMac concert with a round of 50/50, your family fun calendar, and a Plugged In review of the new Pixar flick! Plus a positive difference shout out to some mom who pulled off a classic Father's day prank at church.

KLRC artist Matthew West joined us to talk kids growing up and finding their faith, living out the song Unashamed, and "Ross the Intern" got some relationship advice from Matthew who just celebrated 22 years of marriage.

Today was the big reveal of Secret Sound #3, plus a special training session for Anna Beth and Battle of the Interns. Mark shares a touching story a doctor who served selflessly for decades, and a grateful tribe that came to his rescue when he needed it most.

Our friend Lauren joined us this morning and we let Father's Day linger a bit longer sharing some favorite core memories with Dad. Plus we talked about splurges that are actually worth it, and a positive difference story about a cool little art closet that showed up in Cave Springs.

We start the new week a little prayer, a positive story about a long lost wedding photo, and Mark shares how God used Winne the Poo to remind him of something really important today.

The weekend is almost here so we get you ready with our Family Fun Calendar. Plus Plugged In checked out the new How to Train Your Dragon movie. The Hogs are in Omaha for the CWS and Mark shared a positive difference story from a coach who has been on a powerful spiritual journey for 159+ days.

Our friend Holley Gerth joins us for a conversation this morning. We loved her fresh perspective, hope, and help!  

This morning we found out what Secret Sound #2 was! Plus a positive difference story about words written here in our area that are impacting lives in Ukraine. We also played round 2 of our summer game "Battle of the Interns'.

Our friend Lauren joined us to talk Fun and FREE stuff to do this summer! Plus, a positive difference story about a special reunion 57 years in the making.

Mark turned 50 over the weekend and found a powerful reminder from watching a glass blowing demonstration while on a getaway with his wife. Plus a positive difference story from a school principal who spent over 24 hours writing 443 hand-written notes.

Chuck and Hannah join Mark for a conversation about some cool things happening in our community through Hope Cancer Resources. Plus a positive difference story about a woman name Martha and her passion to repurpose from freshly baked bread!

Today we introduced our new summer Wednesday Game, The Battle of Interns: Bible or Not! Plus Chaplain Justin shares a conversation for those of us who might not be 100% convinced God loves us.

Our friend Lauren joins in today with a positive difference story about the internet coming in clutch to help a mom. We also talk about all things VBS this summer, and Mark shares how God used an unexpected conversation on the plane to make an surprising impact.

Mark is back with some encouraging stories from last week. Plus, a positive difference story about a honoring a special war hero who loves the Zoo!

It's another Family Fun Friday! We had a lot of fun this Friday looking at the Family Fun calendar for the weekend, giving away some Toby Mac tickets, sharing a review of the new live action Lilo and Stitch movie, and a passionate prayer from a graduate.

Today on the Morning Show, you'll hear conversations about Purpose from the More Than Smalltalk Podcast, and about the connection between faith and doubt from the Faith Refresh Podcast. Kara also shares about a teenager who stepped up to save someone's life in the Positive Difference Story of the Day.

Find out who dominated this week's edition of The Battle of Generations, and catch up on today's Positive Difference Story of the Day to hear about someone who went above and beyond!

It's another Family Fun Friday and we get you ready for the weekend with everything happening around the area. Plus Toby Tickets to give away, and a story about a high school couple who took their date night and make a positive difference!

Zach Williams joined the morning show to talk about his faith journey and hit song chain breaker. Mark also shared a positive difference story where a man who was adopted was looking for his birth mom and soon figured out it was easier to find her than he first thought.

Chaplain Justin joins us to talk about the power of “part of me” feelings. “Ross the intern” showed up to rep Gen Z on the Battle of Generations, and Mark shared a positive difference story of a special discovery amidst tornado recovery.

After some intense storms last night we talked about how we pass the time taking shelter and ways we can keep a peaceful perspective. Plus, our friend Lauren shared an amazing positive difference story about some superhero window cleaners.

We start this week with prayer, a positive difference story from American Idol last night, and a surprise for Michelle and her neighborhood!

For Family Fun Friday we shared graduation shout out and gave away TobyMac tickets! Plus our positive difference story celebrates a young man who almost missed walking across the stage as both a high school and college student.

Jennifer from the "For the Love" food truck joined us around the breakfast table to share some stories from what God has been up to through Neighbor Nights! Plus, Ross the intern is back, and we share a Positive Difference story about KB from Bella Vista who is making the birthday trip of a lifetime!

Momma Jana, Robert, and Lauren joined us for another Battel of Generations. Chaplain Justin shares the honest struggle of at-home parents caring for little ones and trying to find time and space to connect with God. Plus, Mark has an honest confession about praying for his neighbors.

Our dear friend, Lauren from the Wednesday Game (Millennial Momma of twins) joined us around the breakfast table this morning to talk all things motherhood.

Kara from afternoons filled in for Mark today! Listen to hear a highlight from the latest episode of the More Than Smalltalk Podcast, the Positive Difference story of the day, and of course the Birthday Bash!

Robert from the KLRC afternoon show joins the gang for the Battle of Generations, plus Mark shares a story of a generous store manager who found a fun way to celebrate some students hard work in the classroom.

TobyMac joins Mark to talk about new music, what he's learned about grief, advice for our graduates, and what has him on the edge of his seat these days!

Mark starts off the week with a prayer for all of us navigating changes in life! Plus he shares about the missed opportunity with his neighbors this weekend, and a positive difference story about a teacher's $20 challenge.

It's another Family Fun Friday. We get you ready for a packed weekend of events in NWA, plus the story of baby Landon (aka "baby Lazarus").