Lead Pastor at Orchard Hill Church

The Ride Home with Kathy Emmons is your daily companion for thoughtful conversation, trusted information, and encouragement rooted in a Christian worldview. Each episode brings together engaging interviews, timely discussions, and practical insights that help you navigate the issues shaping your life, your family, your faith, and your community.

Hosted by Kathy Emmons of 101.5 WORD-FM, the program features conversations with authors, pastors, ministry leaders, newsmakers, and local voices from across the Pittsburgh metro area. From current events and culture to faith, family, and everyday life, Kathy offers a gracious, hope-filled perspective that informs, inspires, and points listeners toward Christ.

Whether you're catching up on a conversation you missed or listening for the first time, The Ride Home with Kathy Emmons invites you to end your day encouraged, challenged, and equipped to live out your faith in today's world.

The Ride Home with Kathy Emmons is a production of Salem Media Group, Pittsburgh.

The Ride Home with Kathy Emmons&nbsp;is your daily companion for thoughtful conversation, trusted information, and encouragement rooted in a Christian worldview. Each episode brings together engaging interviews, timely discussions, and practical insights that help you navigate the issues shaping your life, your family, your faith, and your community.
Hosted by Kathy Emmons of&nbsp;101.5 WORD-FM, the program features conversations with authors, pastors, ministry leaders, newsmakers, and local voices from across the Pittsburgh metro area. From current events and culture to faith, family, and everyday life, Kathy offers a gracious, hope-filled perspective that informs, inspires, and points listeners toward Christ.
Whether you're catching up on a conversation you missed or listening for the first time,&nbsp;The Ride Home with Kathy Emmons&nbsp;invites you to end your day encouraged, challenged, and equipped to live out your faith in today's world.
The Ride Home with Kathy Emmons&nbsp;is a production of&nbsp;Salem Media Group, Pittsburgh.

The Ride Home with Kathy Emmons

The Ride Home With Kathy Emmons - Kurt Bjorklund: The Weaker Brother or Sister

Today's Guests:

George Stahnke - Pastoral counselor at Focus on the Family

Jim Essian - Lead pastor at Paradox Church (Fort Worth, TX), founder of Plant Fort Worth, author, and former professional baseball player

Tim Challies - Canadian Reformed Baptist theologian, pastor, blogger, and author

Sarah Zylstra - Writer and podcaster for The Gospel Coalition

Today's Guests:
George Stahnke - Pastoral counselor at Focus on the Family
Jim Essian - Lead pastor at Paradox Church (Fort Worth, TX), founder of Plant Fort Worth, author, and former professional baseball player
Tim Challies - Canadian Reformed Baptist theologian, pastor, blogger, and author
Sarah Zylstra - Writer and podcaster for The Gospel Coalition

The Ride Home with Kathy Emmons - Tuesday, September 15, 2026

Today's Guests:

Jim Wexell - 32nd season covering the Pittsburgh Steelers and author of many books/articles

Thomas Kidd - Yeats Chair of Baptist Studies at Midwestern Baptist Theological Seminary and author

Today's Guests:
Jim Wexell - 32nd season covering the Pittsburgh Steelers and author of many books/articles
Thomas Kidd - Yeats Chair of Baptist Studies at Midwestern Baptist Theological Seminary and author

The Ride Home With Kathy Emmons - Kurt Bjorklund: The Weaker Brother or Sister

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