Ron Hutchcraft | Names You Should Know

In 1970, Moody Radio partnered with Ron Hutchcraft, an extraordinary communicator. In 1985, Ron teamed up with Moody Radio to create Saturday Night Alive for teenagers. Drove to the live studio audience was fun, but Ron always had strong biblical content. Programs change, but the gospel remains. …

Pierre Chestang | Names You Should Know

In the summer of 1977, Pierre Chestang was duplicating radio program tapes when he was asked to audition for a part time announcing job and later as a full timer, Pierre became the of host Sunday Praise. His decades long service at Moody Radio eventually led him to be Station Manager for Moody Radi…

Nancy Turner | Names You Should Know

Nancy Turner came to Moody Radio in 2006, but everyone already knew her as a famous voice in Chicago radio—country music radio—where her cheerful delivery earned a billing as “America’s Radio Sweetheart.” The highlight of Nancy’s career was hosting This Is the Day, a radio program and podcast wher…

Monte Larrick | Names You Should Know

Monte Larrick is the consummate news reporter. For years, he served at Moody Radio and went on to a career of interviewing Presidents Carter, Obama and George H.W. Bush, among others.  To the glory of God Monte Larrick is a name you should know.

Chuck Christensen | Names You Should Know

After starting with Chicago radio station WMBI part-time in announcing in 1948, Chuck Christensen came on full-time in 1950. His work was in production/direction, and he directed music, speech and drama programs. He enjoyed being Sailor Sam on the children's program by the same name. In 1966, Chuc…

Wayne Shepherd | Names You Should Know

At the ripe old age of 22, Wayne Shepherd’s voice has been heard on Moody Radio since the 1970’s. In the early 80s, Wayne was tapped to lead Moody Radio's satellite programming. Still heard on Moody Radio, to the glory of God. Wayne Shepherd is a name you should know.

Mark Elfstrand | Names You Should Know

In 1999, Mark strand launched a new morning show for Moody Radio Chicago. Giving people hope in Jesus Christ is what Moody Radio has been doing for 100 years, and Mark strand has been a big part of that, to the glory of God. He's a name you should know.

Mike Kellogg | Names You Should Know

Mike became an invaluable member of our Moody Radio family back in February 1972. He would serve in many capacities over the years, including overseeing the production of beloved programs such as The Bookshelf with the Sugar Creek Gang, Adventures in Music, Fables of Faith, and the awe- inspiring s…

Miron Canaday | Names You Should Know

Miron Canaday was heard for decades on Moody Radio, and it all began on January 1st, 1944 Many will remember him from Adventures from The Bookshelf and when he played the part of D.L. Moody on Stories of Great Christians. But Miron Canaday is best known for playing Ranger Bill and his trusty sideki…

Walter Carlson | Names You Should Know

Walter Carlson was the chief announcer and news director for WMBI from 1942 to 1983, and he did his share of interviews. A capable actor. Walt was heard on Stories of Great Christians. But Walt Carlson was best known for Christian integrity in his journalism. and every newscast ended with the good …