PRAISE 106.5 Moments

Brant shares about a recent incident at church that has changed his outlook on clapping during the service.

PSA: In the future he will NOT give God a hand when prompted.

Click PLAY to find out why.

A study by Mike Adams, a professor at Eastern Connecticut State University, suggests a correlation between students' exam periods and the mortality rate of their grandmothers. The research indicates that grandmothers are 10 times more likely "to die" before a midterm, and 19 times more likely before a final exam. The risk is even higher for grandmothers of students who are not performing well academically. Brant and Sherri suggest that the best way for grandparents to ensure their survival is to avoid sending their grandchildren to college.

We invite you to join with us in prayer today. On this National Day of Prayer, let's come together and raise our voices as one. Join our CEO, Jacinta Tegman, as she leads us in prayer. Share your own prayers in the comments section.

Brant and Sherri discuss phrases that should not be used on a resume. They advise against using clichés such as "go-getter", "think outside the box", "value added", "results driven", and "synergy". They also suggests not to mention phrases like "complete meltdown", "suing all my former employers", and "put 'em in a headlock".

Amazon's policy of allowing employees to bring their dogs to work is up for discussion today. Brant loves that there are around 6,000 dogs at Amazon's headquarters on any given day. A debate ensues and there are disagreements about the amount of dogs Brant & Sherri should have in their office... Brant wants 6000 and Sherri wants 0. 

Click PLAY to listen to find out the number of dogs "they" compromised on.

Sam shares a little story on little joys... It may have caused a woman to run away, but that's beside the point, lol.

Brant and Sherri explore advice on happiness from 1820. Some of the tips include staying busy, socializing with respectful friends, being mindful of tea and coffee, gaining perspective by comparing lives, managing expectations, doing good deeds, spending time outdoors... Advice still relevant and beneficial today.

Owning a pet has health benefits, especially for Seniors...50% fewer health problems! Brant shares how hanging out with pets can zap stress and drop cholesterol levels, according to Aussie scientists. Plus, having a pet can dial down blood pressure, amp up your exercise routine, and even reduce allergies in kiddos raised with critters.

Sherri acknowledges the usefulness of this information, marking a departure from the norm.

Brant and Sherri embarked on an experiment to uncover their introvert or extrovert status. First: draw a massive Q on your forehead. If you can read it from your vantage point, introvert vibes! If people looking at you can read it, welcome to Team Extrovert! Can you guess how Brant and Sherri tested?

Ready to give it a go too? Let us in on your results!

It is 1953 Seattle, Washington. A man named Mike Martin is holding a letter in his hand from a local radio station. It says, “No. Canceled.” He can't continue the 15-minute radio program that he currently uses to reach troubled teens with the love of Jesus. He prays and God gives him the idea to start a Christian radio station.

Putting a radio station on the air is a tall order and Mike doesn't have the money needed for it. He doesn't know engineering or how to apply for a license, but Mike and his wife Vivian keep praying about it.

In November 1954, the station God gives Mike signs on the air. Today it's still going strong and it's part of what's known today as CRISTA Ministries. And without that first radio station, there would be no PRAISE 106.5 the station you are listening to right now. Millions of people have heard the gospel on the radio over the years because of prayers offered in faith.

At CRISTA Ministries throughout 2024, we are celebrating 75 years of God's faithfulness, and we want to thank you for being part of our journey, and part of our family. You can learn more about CRISTA Ministries and hear more faith building stories from the past 75 years by texting the word FAITH to 866-729-1065.

Brant and Sherri are chatting about a wedding where an owl was the ring bearer. The majestic bird swooped down the aisle with the ring, winning Brant's approval for its uniqueness. But, hold onto your feathers, Sherri shares the reality of how the owl went rogue and attacked guests, knocked the best man off his chair and created chaos. Brant however, sees the silver lining and humor of the situation. 

He is the only one.

Dive into this chat between Brant and Sherri discussing the recent elk rescue from a wire fence. Sherri's not buying Brant's "Breaking Animal News," labeling it a "breaking animal fairy tale" instead!Thoughts?

Sue is a PRAISE 106.5 listener who sews whimsical and fun pillowcases for the Ronald McDonald House! Lynette sits down with her to find out what inspired her to start doing this, and where else she provides these handcrafted gifts of encouragement. Sue has a true heart of gold.

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Brant and Sherri discuss a recent warning from the Centers for Disease Control (CDC) against snuggling hedgehogs due to a risk of salmonella. He expresses his disappointment with the warning because he loves hedgehogs and believes they are meant to be cuddled. Sherri takes a moment to make an official statement and clarify that they are not advising listeners to ignore the CDC's warning. Clarity is key here, lol. 

Click PLAY for the full convo!

What started out as a small local craft fair with just a few vendors has grown and transformed over the years, and we are so excited for this year's annual Red Barn Spring Market! Lynette chats with Kelsey about the combination of home décor, vintage, craft, boutique clothing, kids and baby items and other amazing treasures the Red Barn Market has. There's something for everyone! Take a listen for all the details!

March 15th & 16th | Northwest Washington Fairgrounds

Brant and Sherri, discuss the importance of recognizing the humanity of, in this conversation, service workers such as cashiers at stores like Walmart, Target, or Starbucks. They are people like you who have their own lives, hopes, and dreams. As Christians, we should consider ourselves as servants to others, and it's important to remember the humanity of those we interact with in our daily lives.

Click PLAY for the full conversation.

Brant and Sherri discuss a recent finding by experts that dogs do not feel shame, despite the expressions on their faces. They question the methodology of the study, wondering how researchers could definitively determine a dog's feelings, given that dogs cannot verbally express their emotions... Share your thoughts in the comment section below!

Our mission in life isn't isn't always a blockbuster movie and dramatic, but can be found in our interactions with people like family, coworkers, and classmates. Everyone has a meaningful mission and is alive and kicking in the here and now! Click PLAY for some Brant Hansen inspiration.

It is an avenue lined with a lush green carpet of lawn and verdant trees, and it slants gently uphill. At the top of the hill is a building, and at the very top of that building is a cross.

That cross has seen a lot of history unfold over the years. The building underneath it is the headquarters today for PRAISE 106.5 and CRISTA Ministries. But when it was built in 1911, it was the Firland Tuberculosis Sanatorium. After World War II, in 1949, Mike and Vivian Martin leased and renovated the old, abandoned Sanatorium to start a youth home and retirement community, serving people with the love of Jesus.

Now you might think that they put the cross up on the building back then, when it was dedicated to Christian ministry, but that’s not how it happened. It actually wasn’t put there by Mike and Vivian. It wasn’t put there during World War I, the Great Depression, or World War II … the cross had always been there … from the beginning. And It’s still there today. God knew the cross belonged on the building, just like God knew that decades of work for His Kingdom would begin on that Holy Ground.

At CRISTA Ministries, throughout 2024 we’re celebrating 75 years of God’s faithfulness. And we want to thank YOU for being part of our journey – and part of our family. You can learn more about CRISTA Ministries and hear more faith building stories from the past 75 years by texting the word FAITH to 866-729-1065.

A golden retriever named Finley smashed a Guinness World Record by stuffing six tennis balls in his mouth, beating the old record of five. Brant, a proud owner of a golden retriever, stands up for the breed's love for wacky antics, while Sherri plays the safety card.

Brant and Sherri discuss the importance of Jesus' final act on the cross, highlighting that God values humility and belief more than works.

Have you heard or played this game ever? It's popular with parents on long drives. Sherri used it as a fundraiser with her youth group, where they would get sponsored for staying quiet in 25-minute increments. Sherri using it as a fundraiser is brilliant. Brant thinks it's essentially about wanting everyone to be quiet... Also not a bad idea.

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Brant recently did an experiment to overcome his social awkwardness. He donned a cool t-shirt with a nod to Charlotte Bronte's "Jane Eyre," and strutted his stuff to the gym, hoping to encourage conversation. Sherri suggests the gym might not have been the best place for such an attempt.

What did Brant learn? Men don't want to talk about anything Victorian.

Click PLAY for the whole gym rundown!

Until we've personally walked in the shoes of others do we fully understand what someone is going through. Brant shares the significance of personal experience in empathy, after hearing a story about Lindsay, an oncology nurse who was diagnosed with cancer. She apologized to her previous patients for not fully understanding their experience until personally living what they went through.

A powerful story, and a reminder for us to live, and lead, with empathy.

A lightening fast winning guess on the first day back of the Secret Sound! Congratulations to Madeline on her winning guess of ‘A POLAROID CAMERA’ in the PRAISE 106.5 Secret Sound! She won $106 PLUS an extra $500 to bless someone else with!

Click PLAY to listen in on the winning call!

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Tune in weekday mornings at 8:00am and 11:00am for your chance to guess the Secret Sound! We’ll pick up our next game beginning Friday, February 2nd with $530 already loaded into the Murray Kia of Abbotsford piggy bank, and an additional $500 to pay-it-forward to bless someone else with!

Holy mackerel. Did you know that some shark species can live up to 70 years? Can you imagine the exhilaration of being a young shark, but wouldn't the rest of their long lives become a snooze fest after a while, doing the same old shark stuff every day?

Click PLAY to find out why Brant worries about them.

Brant and Sherri had a friendly chat recently about football. Sherri, a die-hard Steelers fan, is on the hunt for a new team to back, while Brant, a true champ, cheers on every player and coach, no matter what team they're on.

Also. Does Brant care about a particular team winning? No he doesn't. He doesn't care. The end.

Who do YOU want to win the Super Bowl?

Congratulations to Roberta on her winning guess of ‘WINDING A MUSIC BOX’ in the PRAISE 106.5 Secret Sound! She just won $3,074 PLUS an extra $500 to bless someone else with!

Click PLAY to listen in on the winning call!

Sam Kelly talks about a book she loves called The Color of God.Born from an actual conversation between the author and her son, this amazingly illustrated picture book paints a beautiful picture of diversity by exploring the abundance of color in God’s creation; showing that differences in our skin color was part of His perfect plan from the beginning of time.Listen to learn more about this book!

If y'all remember, Brant planned on going into the holidays "losing weight." Well, he's eating a little "humble pie" now and admits that he's probably the last person to take advice from, lol.

Brant and Sherri get real about emotional meltdowns from a Christian point of view. They both agree that it's fine to have them but the situation and the company matter. When it all gets too much, we let it out and cry out to our heavenly Father. He's not afraid of our tears and can handle our rawest emotions.

Click PLAY to hear more.

Well, hello there and welcome aboard to Flight 2024.
We're prepared to take off into a brand new year, so once you're settled, we'll pull away from the gate.Please take a moment and make sure your attitude and blessings are secured and locked in an upright position. All self-destructive devices should be turned off at this time. All negativity heard and discouragement should be put away. Should we lose attitude under pressure during the flight, reach up and pull down a prayer. Prayers will be automatically activated by faith. Once your faith is activated, you can then assist other passengers. And just a reminder, there's no baggage allowed on this flight. Should you require any assistance, please let your DJ know. Oh, it looks like the captain has cleared his for liftoff. So sit back, relax, and enjoy the flight.

Brant is here to introduce his Hanson's Holiday Helpline, a service to answer holiday-themed questions. Listener Noah risked it all and called in to ask when he should start listening to Christmas music. Brant's answer is not helpful. In fact, Sherri finds the holiday helpline to be more of a scolding service. Brant calls it a tough love approach.

All that to say, we don't think Noah will call back.
The end.

When someone asks you this, what are they really asking?

Do you have presents thought up, bought and wrapped? Is your baking done? Is your house clean and decorated? Have you been working out and eating only one or two cookies? Is your calendar squared away and do you feel confident to make conversation with people around a veggie tray?

The question flusters me every time, because no. None of that. Not even one. And the poor person who asked. They are just making conversation. So why do I freeze like a person who just got a failing grade on the Christmas Checklist report card?

Advent means "coming." Instead of looking at it like a deadline where so many things need to be done before I can get there, I want to look at it with anticipation and excitement. It's exactly because

I can't get everything done that He came.

Christmas Day is not a finish line. It's a celebration of the great relief that came to us in the form of a baby who would carry all the messed up, heavy, hurt, broken parts of us, who would bind them up with his sacrifice and love and who would transform them to glory with His resurrection.

Relief. Rest. Righteousness. Health. Balance. Acceptance. Grace. Joy. LOVE so big and unconditional that it died for you. And rose again.

All the things Jesus' birth means. Am I ready to celebrate that? Am I ready to accept the gift of this?

"Are you ready for Christmas?"

I'm so ready.

Winner: Mariana

Our first Miracle on PRAISE 106.5 is Mariana, featuring her sweet family of 5 who have been helping their youngest through her cancer journey.

Nominated by Eliane:

My friends Mariana & Kevin have gone through a lot of hardship and their journey is still not over. Their youngest daughter Lucia, (I believe she is 4 yrs old), was diagnosed with cancer a few months after she was born. Her treatment began during COVID, only 1 parent was allowed in the hospital with her through it all. She lost a leg during her battle with cancer but has been in remission for a couple of years now. In her most recent routine follow up scans for LI- Fraumeni they found a brain tumor. She had surgery 4 weeks ago and begins radiation this Monday. They have 2 older children as well (9 & 7) I personally know how difficult this journey is and how it affects the entire family, as my 9 yr old is currently in remission from cancer. The winter months and through the holidays were incredibly depressing and difficult to get through. Being with your child in the hospital and watching them endure chemo treatment causes you to become a shell of who you once were, witnessing your child's pain and suffering. It felt dark, hopeless and depressing much of the time but you have to mask that as a parent in order to be strong and present for your child, as well as for your other children. So, I'd like to nominate Mariana and her family for a magical Christmas this year. Perhaps some gift cards to go out to eat, fuel gift cards (they travel to Seattle children's for treatment), beautiful decorations, presents for their 3 children this Christmas. Or if their schedule allows it perhaps a vacation for the family? I would just love for them to receive an amazing blessing this year that brings them joy and good memories for their family during this uncertain and scary time. A small bright light that shines during this dark time makes a HUGE difference for families dealing with pediatric cancer.

Mariana will be receiving Christmas surprises to help them celebrate Christmas together, and beyond.

Merry Christmas, Mariana!

Many thanks to Walton Beverage for helping provide a thrill of hope this Christmas.

Mostly we don't like to be disturbed, but sometimes being disturbed is a good thing. This is a prayer from Sir Francis Drake. He was an English sea captain who lived a long time ago.

He wrote this prayer:

“Disturb us, Lord, when we are too well pleased with ourselves,
when our dreams have come true because we have dreamed too little,
when we arrive safely because we sailed too close to the shore.Disturb us, Lord, when with the abundance of things we possess,
we have lost our thirst for the waters of life, having fallen in love with life,
we have ceased to dream of eternity, and in our efforts to build a new earth,
we have allowed our vision of the new heaven to dim.Disturb us, Lord, to dare more boldly, to venture on wider seas,
where storms will show your mastery, where losing sight of land, we shall find the stars.
We ask you to push back the horizon of our hopes, and to push us into the future in strength, courage, hope, and love.
This we ask in the name of our Captain, who is Jesus Christ. ”
― Sir Francis Drake

Brant and Sherri discuss a recent event where Domino's attempted to deliver pizzas via reindeer. We have admiration for the concept but practicality came into question. The program was canceled however, after the reindeer did not stop at the delivery locations and kept dislodging pizzas from their pouches. It was a whole thing.

Click PLAY for some humor to brighten your day!

Brant and Sherri discuss a new app that uses AI to mimic Jimmy Stewart's voice for bedtime stories. Brant finds the concept interesting but notes that Stewart, known for his roles in movies like "It's a Wonderful Life," often yelled in his performances. He suggests this might be due to Stewart's stage background where projection was necessary.Click PLAY to hear Brant tell a bedtime story as Jimmy Stewart.

A woman who has been feeding squirrels around her house for years was surprised when a squirrel brought her a whole cookie with icing on it. The squirrel climbed her wall, placed the cookie on the ledge next to the doorknob, and then left.

Sherri questions if the event could have been created by AI, to which Brant is immediately appalled at her skepticism.

Click PLAY for the cutest little story.

It's a common feeling of not wanting to bother God with our personal issues. But I gotta say, much like a good parent isn't bothered by their child's issues, God is not bothered by our problems. He meets us where we are, as we are, and loves us completely.

Click PLAY for more.

It's a community effort in Sedro-Woolley where 50 high school students, the local Chamber of Commerce, the wrestling team, and the cheer squad are working together to decorate Metcalf Street for Christmas.

Click PLAY to catch the spirit!

Brant and Sherri discuss the common mistake of using apostrophes when pluralizing family names. This is especially helpful during the holiday season when sending Christmas cards. Despite some listeners' doubts, Brant insists that this rule applies to all family names and gives examples.This may be eye-opening to you!

Click PLAY to listen.

If you are a mom, you've got that superpower. There is someone who needs you today.

Click PLAY to listen.

Congratulations to Julie on her winning guess of ‘NAIL FILE’ in the PRAISE 106.5 Secret Sound! She just won $10,812 PLUS an extra $500 to bless someone else with! Click PLAY to listen in on the winning call!

This show is not typical. We're not trying to be cool or seek attention. The show is ultimately centered on Jesus, and His love for every single one of us... the flawed, the poor, marginalized, outcast, and lonely.

We hope you feel cared for and accepted when you tune us in. We're so glad that you're here.

Pizza Conflict.

If you're eating pizza with friends you may find this polarizing. There is a common conflict that arises when ordering pizza in a group, specifically regarding the divisive topic of mushroom toppings. Prayers are needed for handling the situation maturely.

Click PLAY to see if you relate!

YOU are welcome here, regardless of religious beliefs, political affiliations, race, age, marital status, Muslims, Hindus, Democrats, Republicans, young, old, married, single... All are welcome. We hope that when you listen, you grow a little closer to Jesus, get to know Him better, and feel cared for. We're a family - Thanks for being here and spending time with us. We appreciate you.

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This breaking news, delivered via wire services (services Sherri questions that they're paying for), reveals that dogs are capable of understanding human speech, according to recent research. Brant expresses disappointment, suspecting that his dog understands him but chooses to ignore him.

We think this is definitely a cat thing too, but notched up 1000%.

Deep discussion is happening on a situation where a bookstore jokingly put up a sign with a picture of a clown crossed out. Well, Buttons Blammo the clown took offense.

Click PLAY to find out how it all went down.

Sam's sweet daughter, Zoe, recently gave a speech on Down Syndrome, something she knows quite a bit about as she was born with it. Listen as she shares how people with Down Syndrome have the same desires and capabilities as everyone else and find out how one particular classmate responded.

Brant and Sherri have a sit-down about words commonly mispronounced. Words like "rural", "brewery", "Marlborough", "posthumously", "hamster", "realtor", "hero", "proselytize", "abominable", and "roof". Sherri has things to say about Brant's pronunciations, lol.

How do YOU pronounce these?

Why do we struggle to feel God's presence despite our praying and leaning into our faith? Most people don't hear an audible voice from God, but that doesn't mean God isn't there. Even people in the Bible went years without obvious signs from God, but God didn't walk off. He speaks to us in many different ways. A mature faith may entail being able to do what you're doing, which is continue to seek Him, even when you don't get the emotional reward of the obvious Word from God.

Click PLAY for more.

Brant and Sherri discuss common places burglars check when they break into a home.

Click PLAY to find out where!

When things fall to pieces, we can be a relief to those in need. God has given us an abundance in life compared to so many. We can be a tangible & spiritual help to bring encouragement, comfort and a safe harbor of hope.

Click PLAY for more.

Brent Chapman and his group from South Ridge Fellowship in Langley, were touring Israel when the recent attacks from Hamas began. Despite the escalating conflict, the group decided to continue their journey to Galilee in Northern Israel, where they saw tanks and soldiers being moved. Throughout the ordeal, Brent shares that they felt safe and saw God's hand in their journey, and they were able to get flights out of Jordan to come home the day before the airport closed.

Click PLAY to listen to Steve Sunshine's conversation with Pastor Brent, as he was waiting for his flight home from Jordan.

Brant and Sherri discuss some of the things that annoy flight attendants, and lets be honest, some of us do them unknowingly. These include not paying attention to the safety presentation and asking for a pen. The pen. That's a big one. It sets them broiling. Brant expresses his apologies to flight attendants around the world.

Sometimes we may not feel like praying, I totally get it, but remember that God is on your side and understands your struggles. He cares. Instead of spending time going over all that's wrong, use that time to speak to God instead of listening to the negative inner voice. Tweak that detail and you'll find blessings in it.

Welcome aboard, Senator!

Brant and Sherri had a message from a listener on the issue of honesty on social media platforms like Facebook. Brant talks about being more vulnerable and sharing, not just the highlights, but also the struggles, presents a more realistic picture of life, and is relatable for others. This doesn't mean sharing confidential information, but rather acknowledging that life isn't always perfect.Take a listen.

Brant was recently on group tour at World War I sites. Brant, who is knowledgeable about World War I, found himself annoyed by another man in the group who also had information about the topic.

Brant was bothered - You won't be surprised to find out why.

Brant and Sherri are talking about a new restaurant concept in England that features a conveyor belt with an endless supply of different cheeses. Opinions are shared and ultimately, Brant is upset with America.

Click PLAY to find out why.

Lynette shares candidly about Suicide Prevention Month and how mental health issues, and the idea of suicide, is a struggle for many. It was something that she personally struggled with in her past as well. It is so important to share with someone you trust what's going on. It is worth it. YOU are worth it. There is hope on the other side of your struggles.

Click PLAY for a dose of hope.

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Seemingly small gestures/actions can have a significant impact on someone. Brant shares one story of a beautiful interaction.

Surrounding us every day, are people that are hurting, struggling, hanging on... You and I have the ability to be a positive piece of their puzzle on that particular day, and bring an uplifting moment. A smile, opening a door, greeting them, showing them that they're seen. Every day there are opportunities. Each one of them glorifies the Lord and can be a moment of sharing Christ in the purest form.

Click PLAY for inspiration from Brant.

Lets talk about the concept of sin and the common feeling of guilt and unworthiness before God due to our wrongdoings. Friend, God won't give up on you because of your sin. No sin is too great for God's forgiveness - Jesus has already paid the price for it.

Click PLAY for important reminders of God's love for you.

You know about the "five second rule?" You know the drill... Food dropped on the floor is safe to eat if picked up within five seconds. However, studies from Rutgers, San Diego State University, and Clemson University have all debunked this rule, finding that bacteria can contaminate the food as soon as it touches the ground. Brant and Sherri suggest that researchers should keep studying the rule until they get the desired result, which is in favor of the rule.

Click PLAY for a fun food ride!

An article was recently posted about churches struggling to attract young people. It suggests that they aren't seeking 'cool' or 'hip' environments, but rather places where they feel a sense of belonging, hospitality, authenticity, and warmth. What do you think? Post in comments below.

Click PLAY to find out more.

Brant and Sherri discuss the popularity of pumpkin spice products, particularly lattes, during the Fall season. Brant suggests that the hype around these products is more just 'mass hysteria,' as sales tend to spike when they're first introduced, but drop significantly by October. Despite some listeners claiming they enjoy these products throughout the season, Brant insists that the popularity is largely due to hype and lying.

Click PLAY to listen to the whole convo.

Do you struggle with a health diagnosis that is taking an emotional toll on you? Sam's cancer diagnosis has driven her to hide her pain from her children and others, finding it hard to deal with at times. One night, feeling overwhelmed, she went outside to talk to God.

Click PLAY to find out what happened next.

Well, "Grant" got stuck somewhere at the top of, and between, Qdoba Mexican Grill and a Brother's Bagels as he jumped from building to building in his unique attempt to impress a young woman. At the end of the day, it took hours and multiple emergency vehicles to rescue him, and though we're quite sure that the young lady will never forget this, we doubt her level of admiration. Brant has thoughts.

Click PLAY to listen.

In a phone interview with Lynette, Jordan Feliz discusses his upcoming Love and Light Tour with Colton Dixon. Find out a little surprise about who sings on his new song, "The King is Alive" and what inspired it.

Click PLAY to get the scoop!

Brant shares a heartwarming moment during a little league World Series baseball game. The struggling pitcher, who is losing control, is visited by his dad (also the coach) on the mound.

Click PLAY to hear that conversation, and how Brant relates how our loving heavenly Father loves us in the same way, and beyond.

Breaking animal news from Minnesota! A dog named Duke has been reelected as the Mayor. While we don't know his stance on policies, Duke is loved by all.

Click PLAY to hear it all!

Brant has been preoccupied with his recent trip and here's why: The coffee in Ethiopia. While the coffee is superior, the process of making it is time-consuming. Starting with raw coffee beans, the process involves lighting a fire on the ground and gathering twigs...

Click PLAY for the whole scoop!

Brant and Sherri discuss the upcoming air guitar championships and the perception of air guitaring among women. Brant believes that women secretly admire air guitaring, even though they may publicly dismiss it as ridiculous, and thinks that women hide their admiration of it due to peer pressure. He shares his personal experience of his sweet wife marrying him after seeing him air guitar... Sherri shares her thoughts on the matter.

Click PLAY to hear it all!

Many people struggle with the question of whether God still wants them. Even though I've been raised in church culture, I still wonder about it. Jesus came into a chaotic world to deliver the message that God has not given up on humanity. He hasn't given up on me. He hasn't given up on you.

Take a listen to hear what will help you get your confidence in Christ back.

This is an interesting statistic. Sherri inadvertently offended Brant in this little bit. Words like "blah blah blah blah blah," "yippety yackety shmackety..." were included. Brant says that he can't be a CEO and introversion isn't the problem.

Find out why... You may relate!

Greg’s last day is today. We are going to miss him here and are so thankful for his two years at PRAISE 106.5. Please join us in praying blessings over him as he moves on to new adventures.

Listen to Greg's goodbye message below.

Brant has grossly misunderstood a current food combination. We're not sure where things went very wrong but he missed the boat on an Oreo cookie. Sherri sets him straight in her sweet and gentle way that she's known for, and also with a fair amount of laughter thrown in.

Click PLAY to find out what he lost in translation!

Lynette shares the most wonderful story of 93 year old grandma, Joy Ryan, and her grandson, Brad. Due to a breakup in his family, he hadn't seen his grandma for years and decided it was time to reconnect. It started with visits to bake cookies together and expanded into hitting the road, visiting all 63 U.S. National Parks! This is a must listen, good news story for you today.

Click PLAY for this good news story!

Thank you for being part of PRAISE 106.5! We think of our listeners as family and we want you to tune in and constantly be reminded that God loves you. He has not given up on you. He's at work in your life.

We're thankful for you - You are loved.

Brant and Sherri continue their discussion on the Presidential Physical Fitness Award, recalling the sheer humiliation of it all, even for the best athletes. Also, they shared quite a bit of frustration with having to run on a cinder track. I mean really... you're basically running on lava.

Click PLAY to catch the whole conversation, lol.

Back to school brings us back to the "fond" memories of having to do the Presidential Physical Fitness Test. First of all. Why? Why is this a thing? We don't think there is a soul who claps their hands together in great anticipation to crush this test. No.

Click PLAY to hear Brant and Sherri commiserate their memories of this from days gone by.

Brant shares about his first job in the Army, and at one point he was asked to simply stay home. He's still in a quandary about it. Also, a listener shares her story of a job she had that involves burnt potato chips... and Brant isn't happy about it AT ALL. In fact he's appalled. Click PLAY to find out why!

Did you have an easy job in the past? Share it and your story in the comments!

Well, we have a new game made up by Brant Hansen, and we think it may have some legs on it. Question: Would you have known the answer, lol?

Click PLAY for his "version" of Jeopardy.

Brant and Sherri are discussing the world's longest yard sale, spanning 690 miles from Michigan to Alabama. Brant thinks making a documentary of them traveling the entire route with his puppet, Lloyd, is a good idea.

Catch Brant's chances of finishing the remaining 600 miles without Sherri getting frustrated with him and his puppet!

What are the odds?

Brant discusses three ways to deal with a narcissistic boss. If you have one, this conversation will be helpful, empowering and encouraging!

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Luke Smallbone from for King and Country, joins Lynette & Greg for a chat on their upcoming Christmas concert! Find out what Luke thinks about Christmas songs, some upcoming special elements in this year's Christmas concert (there may be a floating Christmas chandelier involved), and he has some inside scoop on something special coming up!

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Brant asked a hypothetical question about meeting the perfect guy who has one quirk - he yells. Would that be a deal-breaker? Listener Kelly responds.

What about you?!

We're not sure if Brant should be teaching this course. What do YOU think?

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We're all up in arms over fashion trends over here, and how people often copy them. Brant reports back on the latest fashion trend from the Paris catwalks: wearing socks with sandals. Sherri expresses her disbelief, and Brant cites some important examples.

It becomes a bit of a "cat-fight from the catwalk."
It's never dull here! Take a listen.

Brant & Sherri are discussing slip-n-sides, a wet plastic sliding activity. Brant suggests that it's best done when you're young. There are serious problems with the whole set up, though.

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Brant and Sherri talk about the impact of the pandemic on the movie industry and how Hollywood could have saved money by asking the public ahead of time if they wanted certain movies to be made. Honestly. It's simple really.

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Brant shares how God does not abandon us, even when we fail. He is always willing to keep going with us, just as He did from the beginning with Adam and Eve.

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Transcription:

This may be. You may have done things in life, or be doing things in life that you're like, God's got to be so mad at me. He's done. He's walked off. He's, he's just finished with this. I just want to remind you of something... Remember Adam and Eve in the story, in Genesis? They rebel. They blow it big time; very costly way. Well, they can't live in that place anymore as a result. God goes with them. They're not kicked out of the presence of God. They just can't be in that place where that sort of thing can't happen. He goes with them, even as their sinners and failures and all that sort of stuff, like, imagine that. So, please understand, He will continue to go with you. Even though you have failed. You just turn toward him, turn your face toward him. He's already turning His towards you. He's willing to keep going with us. How amazing is that?