Rod Blagojevich, former Illinois Governor joined WXAN to talk about his new Documentary Series "Being Blago."  Mr. Blagojevich talks about his faith, his removal from office, his release from Prison, and his future.

Rod Blagojevich Interview 11 - 8 - 21

President of First Bank and Trust Murphysboro, Mike Cripps, joined WXAN to talk about the modern banking business, his love of Murphysboro, and thoughts on St. Louis Cardinal Baseball.

Mike Cripps Interview 11 - 18 - 21

Candidate for Perry County Illinois Sheriff Chad Howard joined WXAN to talk about his run for Perry County Sheriff.  The election is June 28th.  He is running to replace the retired Sheriff of Perry County, Steve Baries.

Chad Howard Interview 4 - 13 - 22

Episode 1 of 2.  The Captain's Final Hours Explores the fire that destroyed the largest coal stripping shovel ever built.

The Captains Final Hours Episode 1

Judge Ralph Boomer Bloodworth joined WXAN to talk about his campaign, the Safe-T-Act, and his judicial philosophy.

Ralph Boomer Bloodworth Interview 10 - 27 - 22

Big Twist Nolan doing the "Southern Illinois Cannonball" a never before released recording.

Southern Illinois Cannonball - Big Twist

Former Illinois Governor Rod Blagojevich joined WXAN to talk about his recent trip to Mara-Largo to visit with Donald Trump, and his perspective on the Com-Ed Four.

Rod Blagojevich Interview 5 - 15 - 23

Legendary Singer and Song Writer Bill Gaither joined WXAN to talk about his new single, Make the Morning Worth the Midnight.

Bill Gaither Interview 2 - 15 - 24

Interim Pastor of Scott Street Baptist Church in Eldorado joined WXAN to reflect on the meaning of Good Friday and his memories of Easters gone by.

David Pinkerton Interview 3 - 29 - 24

Biologist for the North American Bear Center, Spencer Peter, joined WXAN to talk about the recent Black Bear Sightings in Southern Illinois.

Biologist Spencer Peter Interview 8 - 20 - 24

Ray Stevens interviewed by Will Stephens on WXAN 103.9 FM

Ray Stevens

Dr. Jeff Ripperda joined WXAN to talk about the recent outbreak of Influenza A that has been closing schools and sending people to the Hospital.

Jeff Ripperda Interview 1-31-25

Brad Kloeppel is the Senior Director of Natural Gas Operations and technical services for Ameren Illinois.  He joined WXAN to talk about the Natural Gas Storage Fields and how they benefit customers.  

Brad Kloeppel Interview 2-17-25

Meteorologist Nick Hausen joined WXAN to preview the snow storm that is predicted to hit Southern Illinois Tuesday and Wednesday.  6-10 inches of snow is expected and temps near 0 degrees.   

Nick Hausen Interview 2-17-25

Chairman of the Perry County Illinois Board, Bruce Morgenstern, joined WXAN to talk about many issues facing Perry County.  Those issues include the expansion of Solar Farms, appointments to boards, the expenditure of ARPA funds, and Perry County's vote to join other Counties to form a new state.  

Bruce Morgenstern Interview 2-21-25

David Luff has been Pastor of City Hope Church in Murphysboro since August of 2024.  He visited with WXAN about his background in ministry, the challenges of pastoring a growing church, how his father being a Navy Chaplain shaped his ministry, his preferred translation of the Bible and more.  

David Luff Interview 2-26-25c

Mary Riseling, Secretary with the Jackson County Illinois Historic Society joined WXAN to talk about the upcoming 100th Anniversary of the Tri-State Tornado.  Numerous events are set to happen over the course of six days in Gorham, Desoto, and Murphysboro Illinois commemorating this historic events that took the lives of hundreds of people on March 18th 2025.  Find out more details at https://www.jchsil.com/index.php/25-centennial

Mary Riseling Interview 2-26-25

Voice of the Panthers Ted Cunningham calls Hunter Riggins game winning shot over Nashville on January 4th 2019.

Hunter Riggins Game Winner 1-4-2019

Roberta Gordon joined WXAN to talk about the Charter Oak School.  The Charter Oak Schoolhouse is a historic octagonal school building in Schuline, Illinois, located on the Evansville/Schuline Road between Schuline and Walsh. Built in 1873, it served as a public primary school until 1953. The school was one of 53 octagonal schoolhouses built in the United States, of which only three survive. The building is now used as a museum by the Randolph County Historical Society and is listed on the National Register of Historic Places.  Roberta is hosting a fundraiser for the School House on March 15th at the Sparta Country Club from 7 - 9 pm.  Suggested donation of $10.  

Roberta Gordon Interview 3-4-25

United States Congressman Mike Bost joined WXAN to talk about the SOLAR Act, his Bill to expand access to parking for long haul truckers, problems with his recent tele-town hall, and cuts to the Veterans Affairs Department ordered by the Trump Administration.   

Mike Bost Interview 3-6-25

Jim Beaty, President of the Shawnee Muskie Hunters joined WXAN to talk about the upcoming 22nd Annual Kinkaid Lake Cleanup.  The 2025 Cleanup will happen on Satruday March the 22nd from 8 am to 12 noon.  

Jim Beaty Interview 3-10-25

Mike Koberstien, longtime volunteer with the Murphysboro Knights of Columbus Hall, talked with WXAN about their Friday Fish Dinners.  March 14th, 21st, 28th, and April 4th and 11th at 606 Plum Street in Murphysboro.  Proceeds from the dinners go back into the Community and to fund Mission Trips for Youth at St. Andrews Catholic Church.  The dinner are open to the community.  Fridays during lent from 4-7 pm.  

Mike Koberstien Interview 3-12-25

Michael Pittman is the manager of DER and New Clean Energy Programs for Ameren Illinois. 
 In this interview Michael discusses Ameren Illinois's Public Schools Carbon-Free Assessment Program, which offers a free energy assessment to reduce a school's carbon footprint and save on utility bills.

Michael Pittman Interview 3-12-25

Cyrus Winnett is the Chief Public Affairs Officer for the Illinois Primary Health Care Association, Christina Carney is the CEO of Shawnee Health Care.  They joined WXAN to discuss the 340B program that helps give discounts to rural low income patients on their prescription drugs.  The 340B program is being hobbled by changes implemented by the Pharmaceutical Industry.  They are advocating for the Pharmacy Protection Act, Senate Bill 2385  and Illinois House Bill 3350, which would prohibit pharmacies from restricting participation in the 340B program.  

Cyrus Winnett Christina Carney Interview 3-27-25

Pastor of Holt's Prairie Baptist Church Collin Hirsch joined WXAN to talk about his recent mission trip to the nation of Panama in Central America.

Collin Hirsch Interview 3-28-25

Longtime Meteorologist Jim Rasor joined WXAN to discuss the forecast for April 2nd-5th for Southern Illinois.  Record breaking rainfall totals are expected.  

Jim Rasor Interview 4-1-25

Director of Child Evangelism Fellowship of Southern Illinois, Robin Williams, joined WXAN on the Good News Spotlight to discuss CEFSI's event with Ken Hamm on November 1st, the upcoming Summer Missionary Program June 6-13th, and the ongoing Good News Clubs happening at schools across Southern Illinois.  

Good News Spotlight 4-2-25 Mixdown

Jim Rasor joins WXAN to talk about the severe weather moving in.

Jim Rasor Interview 4-2-25

Jazmine Dwight joined WXAN to talk about her journey from being raped, struggling with alcohol and suicde attempts, to having a new life through the Celebrate Recovery Program.  Her story will inspire others who are striggling to seek help and believe for a better tomorrow. 

Jazmine Dwight Interview 4-9-25

Dr. Jeff Ripperda joined WXAN to talk about the recent spread of Measles in the United States and a confirmed case in Southern Illinois.  

Jeff Ripperda Interview 4-25-25

Public Relations officer with Ameren Illinois joined WXAN to talk about the decommissioned power pole recycling program.   

Brian Bretsch Interview 4-28-25

Good Tidings with David Pinkerton 5-10-25

Michelle Parker-Clark, the pastor of Congregational Care at Murphysboro United Methodist Church, and Melise Oakley from Hospice of Southern Illinois joined WXAN to talk about an event coming up on Friday, May 16th at 10 am.  The event is being held at the Murphysboro United Methodist Church and will discuss resources that are available for people who are care givers for those suffering from Dementia or Alzheimer's Disease.  To register for the event call (618) 687-2317.  The event is free and open to the public.   

ParkerClark-MeliseOakley 5-7-25

Gary Castro of Tribute Quartet fame, and Andrew Cooksey leader of the concert ministry at Thompsonville First Baptist Church joined WXAN to talk about the upcoming concert with the Tribute Quartet.  Saturday May 10th at 6 pm.  A Free Concert, a love offering will be received.

Gary Castro Andrew Cooksey Interview 5-8-25

United State Congressman Mike Bost joined WXAN to announce that he is running for re-election to Congress and that he has, once again received the endorsement of President Donald Trump.  

Mike Bost Interview 5-9-25

Illinois Comptroller Susana Mendoza joined WXAN to talk about several small business programs administered by the Office of the Comptroller.  The Smart Business Program, The Small Business Set Aside Program, and the Business Enterprise Program all help Small Business bid on and received state contracts.  

Susana Mendoza Interview 5-12-25

U.S. Congressman Mike Bost joined WXAN to talk about the Shawnee Trails Act, his National Day of Prayer Experience, Governor Pritzker's Presidential Ambitions, a recent visit with a 100 year old WWII Veteran from Effingham, and more.

Mike Bost Interview 5-14-25

Good Tidings with David Pinkerton 5-17-25

Charles Stanley, on his program "In Touch", expresses a timeless truth about God and obeying his will for your life.  "In Touch" airs on WXAN weekday mornings at 9:05 am.  

Charles Stanley On Obeying God

Country Music Legend Sammy Kershaw recently released a blues Album.  He joined Will Stephens to talk about that and his career on May 26th 2016.  First aired on WDBX 91.1 FM on May 29th 2016.

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