Shine 104.9 Podcast

Shine 104.9 host Lorenda Rae interviews Kitara Johnson-Jones, a Spokane mother who lost her son to a Fentanyl poisoning this Spring (2025). She shares about the crises and her challenge to mothers and fathers.

Shine 104.9 host Darin Patzer interviews Spokane Youth For Christ Director, Kevin Illidge. This non-profit, international ministry serves at-risk youth between the ages of 11-19 at their urban community centers, two of which are local - in downtown Spokane, and Hillyard, WA. This interview highlights what is happening at these YFC outreach centers.

Shine 104.9 host Darin Patzer welcomes summer camp director Jeff Wines, of Camp Mivoden on Hayden Lake, into the studio. They discuss how he has seen Christian summer camps draw campers, young and old, closer to nature, and ultimately closer to Christ.

Shine 104.9 host Lorenda Rae interviews David Frey, lead singer of the band Sidewalk Prophets. Learning more about the band, songwriting and thoughts on family and touring.

Shine 104.9 host Darin Patzer interviews Spokane regional Christian administrators: Derick Tabish of Valley Christian, Jeff Deming of Upper Columbia Academy, and Roger Gerstenberger of Northwest Christian. They each share about their programs, and the value of investing in Christian education for kids, as a way of passing along faith to the next generation. 

Shine 104.9 host Darin Patzer welcomes Union Gospel Mission Spokane's Director, Phil Altmeyer, into the studio. He recaps insights from nearly 40 years in this urban, Christian ministry, which reaches out to offer a hand-up to homeless men and women, through their shelters, meals, counseling and job-training programs.  

Shine 104.9 host Darin Patzer catches up with Chaplain Tyler "TK" Kern about his authentic faith community, called Home of Shalom, and the planned local Get Togethers.

Shine 104.9 host Darin Patzer interviews Side By Side co-director, Ryan Tjelle, about a Spokane Christian ministry serving adults living with mental and physical disabilities. They discuss the opportunities and social activities made available, free, to this valuable part of our community.  

Shine 104.9 host Darin Patzer catches up with radio chaplain Tyler Kern discussing the loss of a pet, and the hope we can have even when we experience heartache on this earthly journey.

Shine 104.9 host Darin Patzer interviews Greg and Marcie Holder, board members of Real Restoration. Through shelters, job training and life-assistance, this ministry works to rescue women and girls exploited by human trafficking, in Africa and Asia. 

Shine 104.9 host Darin Patzer interviews Open Arms Real Choices Clinic rep Donna Hinojosa. They discuss the topic of women's reproductive rights and abortion, in relation to this non-profit clinic which works to support women facing an unplanned pregnancy, as well as aftercare.

Shine 104.9 host Darin Patzer welcomes Salvation Army Captain David Cain into the studio to discuss updates on this ministry's work with the homeless and families and children in crises., and the purpose of the red kettles we see outside stores at the holiday season. Captain David also shares the inspiring story of being homeless himself, to today, leading and directing this non-profit charity.

Shine 104.9 host Lorenda Rae interviews Amy & Rachel, representatives of Sexually-Related Trauma (SRT) Services. In the context of their own stories, the three women discuss the resources and group classes offered through this life-changing ministry. As well as discussing the life-long trauma women experience from the loss of a child, whether through abortion, or natural causes, and the healing and that can occur.

Shine 104.9 host Lorenda Rae interviews director and founder, Ron Hauenstein, of the Spokane Fatherhood Initiative. Fatherhood is one of the highest polled issues/concerns in many communities, including Spokane. SpoFI is a mentorship program, offering classes in fatherhood, life-skills, and providing friendship with other dads, in hopes of saving and improving the family structure of our culture. 

Shine 104.9 host Lorenda Rae interviews actress Candace Cameron Bure. Famous for her roles on Hallmark TV and the show Full House, Candace shares what it means to be bold for Jesus in Hollywood. As well as sharing about her family and life.

Shine 104.9 host Lorenda Rae interviews songwriter Jeremy Camp. With updates about his life, a health ordeal, and some of his new music, along his journey of faith.

Shine 104.9 host Darin Patzer interviews Executive Director Christi Armstrong of World Relief Spokane, about the Christian organizations work of supporting and resettling refugees in the region. As well as a closer look at this world-wide crises impacting 120 million people. 

Shine 104.9 host Lorenda Rae interviews songwriter and recording artist, Jordan St. Cyr. He shares about his life, family and career. 

Shine 104.9 host Darin Patzer interviews Tamara Schreven, founder and director of Haven of Hope Ministries. She shares her testimony of escaping an abusive marriage, encourages other women about healing in Jesus, and gives an update on the restorative ministry she founded in the Spokane region.

Shine 104.9 host Darin Patzer interviews Spokane County Sheriff Chaplains about their role in serving the regional sheriff and police officers. As well as personal experience and perspectives on the character and roles of the officers who protect our communities.

Shine 104.9 host Lorenda Rae interviews Jerry Quinn, the man credited with helping save the Spokane Clock Tower. In the 1970's Spokane was preparing for Expo '74. Riverfront Park was being transformed, railways were being removed. Yet one icon of the old railroad city was saved and remains today. Here's the story. 

Host Darin Patzer interviews Shine 104.9's new chaplain, Tyler Kern. 'TK' shares about family life, loss, his vision of service to the community through the radio station, and how we can use our  experiences with Jesus to encourage others on their life journey.  

Be Bold for Jesus podcast host Keith Atneosen, interviews Shine 104.9 (KEEH-FM) Station Manager, Darin Patzer. They discuss relevant topics related to the Christian radio industry, as well as life's spiritual journey and personal testimony. 

Host Lorenda Rae interviews Dr. Mable Dunbar, about the Women's Healing and Empowerment Network. Dunbar - a Spokesman-Review recipient of the Women of the Year award - founded WHEN after a lifetime of counseling, and serving women leaving abusive relationships. WHEN also operates a local food bank, an abuse recovery shelter, and men's and youth programs.

Host Lorenda Rae talks with former Maverick City Music artist and song-writer, Brandon Lake, about his career, his family, and his involvement writing songs featured on The Chosen series.

Host Lorenda Rae catches up with recording artist Tasha Layton, who shares about her journey from a worship leader, to being on American Idol and a backup singer for Katy Perry, to today being a touring Contemporary Christian artist.

Shine 104.9 host Darin Patzer interviews the Spokane director of the Fellowship of Christian Athletes, Brett Gillen. This organization disciples and mentors positive moral values to middle-school, high-school and collegiate athletes and coaches.  

Shine 104.9 host Darin Patzer learns about the non-profit, Christian organization, Helping Captives (formerly HRC Ministry), and their work in Spokane to help women leaving human trafficking, and their story of converting a former strip club into a headquarters for helping and healing exploited women.

Shine 104.9 host's Lorenda Rae and Darin Patzer meet the new, local Salvation Army leader, captain David Cain. He provides updates on the various community services provided through this non-profit Christian church which serves the homeless, as well as a variety of children and adult services.

Shine 104.9 hosts Lorenda Rae and Darin Patzer have a conversation with retiring Spokane Police Chief Craig Meidl. Craig has served for three decades, the last seven years as Chief. He shares stories, insights and perspectives from his thirty years of public service in the Spokane police force. 

Shine 104.9 hosts Lorenda Rae and Darin Patzer, interview founder Joy of Second Chance Ranch Rescue, about her work rescuing unwanted or disabled farm animals and rehabilitating them to help heal troubled teens and educate children, from her rescue ranch in Spokane, WA. 

Shine 104.9 host Lorenda Rae interviews singer-songwriter Brandon Heath about his music career, his family and about how he came to faith in Jesus through the ministry of Young Life.

Shine 104.9 host Lorenda Rae interviews singer, songwriter and grammy-award winner, Mac Powell, former lead singer of the band Third Day about his career and song-writing.

Spokane Mayor Nadine Woodward visits again with Shine 104.9 hosts, this time highlighting National Volunteering Month, and the local program 'Spokane Gives,' with the website: www.volunteerspokane.org. Which connects those wishing to give back to those in need through volunteering.

Host Lorenda Rae interviews recording artist Zach Williams, who shares some of his story, and about being a touring songwriter and musician.

Host Lorenda Rae interviews Luke Smallbone of the band, For King & Country about songwriting, their tour and personal life.

Shine 104.9 host Lorenda Rae interviews Focus on the Family staff member Jessie Florea about the Easter holiday, its significance, and how to make the weekend special for kids.

Shine 104.9 host Lorenda Rae interviews comedian Chonda Pierce. Chonda opens up about her tour, her life losses and depression, and the hope and inspiration behind her decades of award-winning comedy.

Shine 104.9 host Lorenda Rae interviews contemporary Christian recording artist and song-writer, Jeremy Camp, about his songs, life and spiritual insights.  

Actor Bruce Marchiano shares stories about to his lead role as Jesus, in the Matthew movie, The Visual Bible. (Part 2 of 2) 

Actor Bruce Marchiano shares stories about to his lead role as Jesus, in the Matthew movie, The Visual Bible. (Part 1 of 2) 

Guest Pastor David Asscherick shares a powerful sermon on evidences for the existence of a loving, Creator God.

Shine 104.9 host Lorenda Rae interviews CCM recording artist, and recently Dove-awareded, New Artist of the Year, Anne Wilson. 

Shine 104.9 host Lorenda Rae interviews CCM recording artist Austin French. 

Shine 104.9 host Darin Patzer interviews President Marian Ortiz and Vice-President Brenda Wright of the non-profit, Spokane, WA organization, HEART (Humane Evacuation Animal Rescue Team). Stories are shared of regional and national rescues of animals in crises, due to cruelty, neglect or natural disaster.

Shine 104.9 host Darin Patzer interviews Rhondeen, who shares about the tragic loss of her brother at college when he was run down in a crosswalk by a DUI. And how in subsequent years, she gained the courage to reach out to the wrongdoer with forgiveness, and about the hope she finds in Jesus' promise of heaven.

Shine 104.9 hosts Lorenda Rae and Darin Patzer have an in-depth conversation with Spokane County Sheriff Ozzie Knezovich, hearing stories and insights as he retires from elected service after 16 years.  

Shine 104.9 host Lorenda Rae interviews comedian Jeff Foxworthy and he shares about his career, his family, his faith and his upcoming visit to Spokane in October 2023 as the keynote speaker for the Be Bold for Jesus Conference.

Shine 104.9 host Lorenda Rae interviews U.S. Congresswoman Cathy McMorris-Rodgers, as she shares about her public service, her family, her faith and other relevant topics.

Shine 104.9 Host Darin Patzer interviews regional reps of the youth mentoring ministry, Young Life. Hanz Leizen of South and West Spokane, Silas Rapp of Northside Spokane, and Carson Cramer of North Idaho, share an inside look at the work being done to reach out to mentor and share Jesus with lonely and isolated young adults in public schools.

Shine 104.9 host Darin Patzer interviews Andre Lewis and Breanna Bragg of Spokane's Youth for Christ. Discussing the non-profit ministry's efforts to holistically impact and mentor youth aged 11-19 in the urban and underprivileged areas of Spokane, WA.