Interviews
Join Rodney and Joelle as they interview Christian artists on Joy in the Morning (6–9 am on weekdays). You never know who may call in and share what they've been working on in the studio or what's been happening on tour. Thank you for your support of the many fine artists that you hear each day on Joy! 102.5.
Jared Bayless- 8/19/10
I aspire to reach those with a message that is powerful and speaks nothing but truth. With a lyrical deterioration in the musical society, I hope to provide thought-provoking lyrics which challenge your lifestyle, faith, image, and walk with God. It is the desire of my heart to share my lyrics with more than just those around me, but to as many as possible. These words not only came from my heart but they were empathic emotions intended for those who are broken, deterred from truth, hopeless, and looking for the light.
Listen to the Joy in the Morning interview with Jared Bayless (part 1)
Listen to the Joy in the Morning interview with Jared Bayless (part 2)
Michael Robert - 5/5/10
No one meeting Michael Robert would equate the peaceful, unassuming forty-something man with the wide grin and firm handshake as a high-octane thrill seeker - and that is just the way he like its. He is not, after all, the kind of guy who jumps out of airplanes or jet-sets to high stakes poker tournaments. But a thrill seeker he is, nonetheless. You see, Michael Robert is a worship leader at heart. If you check out very much of your Bible, you’ll find those were the guys on the front lines when it came to warfare – both the physical and spiritual kind. And so it is that Michael finds his greatest thrill in seeing people fall to their knees and worship a holy God.
Listen to the Joy in the Morning interview with Michael Robert (part 1)
Listen to the Joy in the Morning interview with Michael Robert (part 2)
Caleb Rowden - 4/28/10
"My name is Caleb Rowden. I am a husband, worship pastor, and musician. I have traveled the United States over the past 10 years telling people how messed up my life was before I met Jesus, and how amazing my life is now because of my personal encounter with a loving God. I still mess up. I still make mistakes. But I know God’s grace and love are bigger than my faults, and I want to do everything in my power to make sure the world around me know the same is true for them. "
Listen to the Joy in the Morning interview with Caleb Rowden
Sara Groves - 4/27/10
Her renown as a potent singer/songwriter merely begins with her avid fanbase. Simply put, when it comes to songwriting, Sara influences the influencers. Her most vocal admirers range from pioneers of Christian worldview music, including Randy Stonehill, Michael Card and Charlie Peacock, to her peers today, Natalie Grant, Jars of Clay, Nichole Nordeman, Point of Grace and Bethany Dillon, among them.
Listen to the Joy in the Morning interview with Sara Groves
Ben and Rose - Missionaries to China- 3/22/10
Their prayer is:
That God would give them His eyes to see where He is already moving among the Tibetian people.
That they would get settled into the culture and community.
That God would help them learn the language quickly and easily.
That they would form lasting relationships with Tibetians and Christian workers already living in China.
Listen to the Joy in the Morning interview with Ben and Rose
Jason Allen Rich- 2/24/10
American Idol alumni Jason Allen Rich is no stranger to adversity: “Each week on the show was a whole new experience, and what you did in the past week had no bearing on the next. I had some tough experiences on Idol, but the one thing it did for me was solidify God’s call on my life to minister through music. I am very blessed and excited to be completing my debut album; an album for which the mission is clear! ”
Listen to the Joy in the Morning interview with Jason Allen Rich
Kirk Hacker- 1/4/10
Kirk joins us again on Joy in the Morning. Thanks, Kirk! Kirk grew up around music and that is what sparked his interest in making his own. He currently has one CD out, but is putting together songs for his second one. Most of the background vocals/instruments on his CD was performed by himself, but his real passion is the piano. He plays everything by ear and thanks God for his talent.
