Rev. Roger Reece: Stamp Out Hunger
Reverend Roger Reece, Executive Director of Associated Churches of Fort Wayne and Allen County, joins Melissa Montana today on Conversations to discuss the 2024 Stamp Out Hunger Food Drive. To donate, place a bag of non-perishable food by your mailbox on Saturday, May 11, 2024 or take donations to Fort Wayne area post ...
May 07, 2024
Jeff Struecker: Challenge Breakfast
Today on Conversations Melissa Montana is joined by Jeff Struecker. Jeff is a decorated soldier who enlisted in the United States Army at age 18 and retired with almost 23 years of active federal service. In 2017, he was inducted into the US Army Ranger Hall of Fame. Jeff spent his final years in the US Army serving as...
May 06, 2024
Dave Girardot: Tech Neck
Melissa Montana is discussing "Tech Neck" today with Dave Girardot on Conversations. Dave is a physical therapist with Parkview, and he provides us with some great tips to take care of our physical health while working a desk job. Dave shares his expertise on effective strategies and stretching techniques to ...
May 02, 2024
Pastor Bill Campbell: Blessing of the Bikes
Pastor Bill Campbell of Life Bridge Church joins Melissa Montana today on Conversations. Each year motorcycle riders throughout our nation gather in various locations to receive prayer for the year's riding season. Life Bridge Church is pleased to be one of these locations. Prayer Teams take a brief moment to individua...
May 01, 2024
Dr. Sherri Stiles-Walker: Go Red
Today on Conversations, Melissa Montana talks with Dr Sherri Stiles-Walker about the Fort Wayne Go Red For Women event. This event is happening this Friday, May 3rd at the Parkview Mirro Center. Dr. Sherri Stiles-Walker shares the importance of heart health and the ways we can be proactive. The Go Red for Women event ...
Apr 30, 2024
Brant Hanson: Life is Hard. God is Good. Let's Dance
Brant Hanson, one of our beloved radio show hosts, joins Melissa Montana on Conversations today to discuss his new book, "Life is Hard. God is Good. Let's Dance." After he released his original book, "Unoffendable," which focused on anger, many people asked him to write about anxiety. This new book ...
Apr 29, 2024
Chad Mattson & Dustin Lolli
Dustin Lolli, lead singer of Sanctus Real, and Chad Mattson, lead singer of Unspoken, join Melissa Montana in the studio on Conversations today. STAR is sponsoring their concert in Versailles, Ohio, tomorrow (Saturday, April 27th). It should be an incredible show put on by Sanctus Real, Unspoken, and JJ Weeks--you won'...
Apr 26, 2024
Bev Shivley: Christian Motorcyclist Association Event
Today on Conversations, Melissa Montana is joined by Bev Shivley to discuss the upcoming CMA event, Run for the Son (RFS), on May 4th. Bev is an RFS Lead, and Run for the Son is the CMA's ONLY national fundraiser. On the first Saturday of May each year, Christian Motorcyclist Association chapters across the country org...
Apr 25, 2024
Canvas: The Bridge
Melissa Montana and Canvas are chatting today on Conversations about the new IHearCanvas radio station! This will be running 24 hours a day, starting TODAY. These songs will be the worship songs you know and love, mixed with a new beat. This fusion of song mashups, custom mixes and authentic conversations is designed t...
Apr 24, 2024
Dawn Etzel: Executive Director of Hope Alive
Melissa Montana is joined by Dawn Etzel, Executive Director and Therapist at Hope Alive, on Conversations to talk about this nonprofit. Hope Alive is a Christian non-profit here in Fort Wayne that provides affordable, licensed mental health services to the hurting in the community. They also offer crisis housing for wo...
Apr 23, 2024
Madison CAIN Johnson: CAIN the Band
Today on Conversations, Melissa Montana is joined by Madison Cain Johnson of the band CAIN. She discusses how their desire for their music is to bring a message of OVERCOMING BY FAITH. For more information on CAIN, visit For other interviews covering several different topics heard on Conversations with Melissa Montana,...
Apr 22, 2024
Rachel Lohman: "Miscarried Hope: Journeying with Jesus through Pregnancy and Infant Loss"
Today on Conversations, Melissa Montana is joined by Rachel Lohman, founder of Hope Again Collective and author of "Miscarried Hope: Journeying with Jesus through Pregnancy and Infant Loss." 1 in 3 pregnancies ends in loss. It's so common, but people so often don't talk about it and suffer in silence. In 2017...
Apr 19, 2024
Mick Baker: Challenge Breakfast
Mick Baker, Chief Ministry Officer of The Edge, joins Melissa Montana today on Conversations to discuss The Edge's upcoming Challenge Breakfast. The Edge is an organization that recognizes many Christian leaders want to share their faith in the workplace but need the tools to do it effectively. Their mission is to help...
Apr 18, 2024
Brandy Baumann: True Vine Garage Sale
Today on Conversations, Melissa Montana is discussing a community event with True Vine Coordinator Brandy Baumann. On Friday and Saturday, April 26th & 27th, there will be a large garage sale at Pathway Community Church to benefit orphan care and adoption. True Vine-Pathway's Adoption, Foster Care and Family Preser...
Apr 17, 2024
Marshall White: World Choir Games
Marshall White, Director of the Voices of Unity Youth Choir, joins Melissa Montana today on Conversations. The World Champion Voices of Unity Youth Choir (VOUYC) is Unity Performing Arts Foundation's acclaimed Youth Choral Program. It is the premier soulful choral group of youth ages 6 to 19 from various backgrounds in...
Apr 16, 2024
Kris Kiser: Your Backyard Personality Type
Today on Conversations, Melissa Montana is joined by Kris Kiser, President & CEO of the TurfMutt Foundation. Here are TurfMutt's backyarding personality types to help inspire you to "yard your way" this spring: Outdoor Athlete: Likes to stay active in the fresh air. The Outdoor Athlete's gold medal backya...
Apr 15, 2024
Michael Woolworth: Bible League
Melissa Montana is joined by Michael Woolworth today on Conversations. Michael is Senior Director of Broadcast Media at Bible League International, who we have been partnering with to provide Bibles to people in different languages across the world. For 85 years, Bible League International has been serving under-resour...
Apr 12, 2024
Kevin Downes: Unsung Hero
Melissa Montana is joined on Conversations today by Kevin Downes, producer of the new movie Unsung Hero. Downes is an American actor, writer, producer, director, and co-founder and Chief of Production and Distribution of Kingdom Story Company. The Unsung Hero film is the incredible true story of the Smallbone family, o...
Apr 11, 2024
Bonnie Doolittle: New Mercies Ministries
Bonnie Doolittle, Founder & Executive Director of New Mercies Ministries, joins Melissa Montana today on Conversations. New Mercies Ministries is a gospel-centered organization equipping the Church to provide supportive connections, safe housing, and restorative services for women and families, empowering them to g...
Apr 10, 2024
Dr. Brandon Bower: Poverty Summit
Dr. Brandon Bower joins Melissa Montana today on Conversations to discuss the 2024 Poverty Summit. Poverty Summit: Join The Lighthouse for our 2024 Poverty Summit where we will learn ways to combat poverty in our community. The Poverty Summit will be held on April 18th from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. at The Lighthouse Community ...
Apr 09, 2024
Seph Schlueter: Personal Story
Today on Conversations, Melissa Montana talks with emerging artist Seph Schlueter. Seph's life was transformed by Jesus and he wants to help others experience the same. Having spent seven years of his life as a missionary, Seph is passionate about writing songs that move people and creating opportunities for people to ...
Apr 08, 2024
J. Schuyler Sprowles: Surge in Religion in Young Americans
Today on Conversations, Melissa is joined by J. Schuyler Sprowles to discuss the rise in religion in young Americans. We are seeing a surge in religious faith among teenagers and young adults. Over one third of young Americans considered themselves to be deeply religious 5 years ago. This number is increasing and a r...
Mar 28, 2024
Geoff King: Citywide Prayer
Geoff King, CEO of Love Fort Wayne, joins Melissa Montana on Conversations today to discuss our next evening of citywide prayer, which will take place on Monday, May 6, at 6:30pm. The Clyde Theatre will host this FREE evening for all followers of Jesus, regardless of denomination, to join together and worship God. We w...
Mar 27, 2024
Katy Nichole: Healing Hand of God
Melissa Montana chats with popular artist Katy Nichole on Conversations today! Katy has been rising quickly in the world of Christian music for the last two years, with her song 'In Jesus Name (God of Possible),' becoming the biggest hit on the Billboard Hot Christian Songs chart, taking the top spot for a record-break...
Mar 26, 2024
Angelo Mante: Alive Community Outreach
Angelo Mante, Executive Director of Alive Community Outreach, joins Melissa Montana today on Conversations. Alive works to support families affected by homicide and educate youth and youth-serving organizations in nonviolence and conflict reconciliation. Angelo discusses how this incredible organization began, and how ...
Mar 25, 2024
Sarah Beiswanger: Legal Opportunity Scholarship
Sarah Beiswanger, President of the Board of the Allen County Bar Association, joins Melissa Montana today on Conversations to discuss the Legal Opportunity Scholarship. This scholarship aims to support and advance diversity, equity, and inclusion by helping students with ties to Allen County enter or continue law schoo...
Mar 18, 2024
Mary Ann Mings: Circles of Allen County
Today on Conversations, Melissa Montana is joined by Mary Ann Mings, Director of Circles of Allen County. Circles Allen County is a community-driven program that works to increase upward mobility for individuals and families in poverty in Allen County, Indiana. The Circles initiative builds intentional relationships ac...
Mar 14, 2024
Mitch Kruse: Holiness
Today on Conversations, Melissa Montana is joined by Mitch Kruse to talk about holiness. Mitch talks about how in living "in" the world but not "of" the world, because of our fallenness, we sometimes turn to religion instead of relationship. "The difference of being Spirit-led or not is 5 secon...
Mar 12, 2024
Windy Cobb-Johnson: 2024 Style Emporium
Melissa Montana is joined on Conversations today by Windy Cobb-Johnson, Founder & Executive Director of The Journey. The Journey reaches out with unconditional love to young adults aged 14-26, assisting their transition from unstable, sometimes traumatic childhoods to self-sustaining adulthoods, teaching them with ...
Mar 11, 2024
Josh and Melissa Talk Young Adults
Today on Conversations, our own Josh Raines joins Melissa Montana to talk about young adults making good choices. Josh shares as a young adult "there is an older person side of me depending on me to make good decisions." Allowing God to lead and give you direction is crucial in this season of life. Listen to ...
Mar 07, 2024
Tomi Cardin: Redemption House's Butterfly Gala
Today on Conversations, Melissa Montana is joined by Tomi Cardin, CEO of Redemption House. At Redemption House, residents seek to redeem their lives from past destructive behavior by developing a faith-based lifestyle and by gaining the skills needed to live successfully on their own. All of the residents have been ass...
Mar 05, 2024
Sandra Keller: The Initiative Training Seminar
Sandra Keller joins Melissa Montana on Conversations to talk about an amazing upcoming event that is totally FREE. Sandra is the Founder & Director of The Initiative, which originally was formed in 2021 to meet the need of human trafficking survivors seeking a mentor. They were able to meet this need by enhancing t...
Mar 04, 2024
Brant Hansen: Followership Conference
Brant Hansen joins Melissa Montana on Conversations to talk about the upcoming Followership Conference, which Brant and Sherri will be hosting! Anyone who knows Brant and Sherri will know this: This won't be a highly polished event, designed to impress people. Brant will speak several times through the weekend, while S...
Mar 01, 2024
Jordan St. Cyr: Life and Parenting
Today on Conversations, Melissa Montana is joined by Artist Jordan St. Cyr to talk about life and parenting. Jordan shares a little bit about himself, where he came from, and how he came to music. Jordan and his wife have four kids, and they continuously remind themselves of what matters most; live for today, and don't...
Feb 27, 2024
Amanda Davis: United Way Canned Food Drive
Today on Conversations, Melissa Montana is joined by Amanda Davis, the Chief Executive Officer of United Way of Allen County. United Way exists to boldly impact critical community issues. Their four strategic priorities are Educational Opportunities, Food Security, Housing Stability, and Mental Health Access. Every yea...
Feb 26, 2024
Brandon Bower: The Lighthouse Update
Today on Conversations Melissa Montana is joined by Brandon Bower, Founder and Director for The Lighthouse - A Biblical Life Recovery Center. He shares about what The Lighthouse does and how they serve the community. For more information about The Lighthouse: biblicalliferecoverycenter.com For other interviews coverin...
Feb 23, 2024
Nygel Simms: Black History Month
Today on Conversations, Melissa Montana is joined by Nygel Simms. Nygel is the leader and founder of National Young Leaders Institute, which, through a Christ-Centered focus, NYLI engages, equips, and empowers the next generation of leaders, unleashing their God-given potential by introducing them to possibilities and ...
Feb 19, 2024
Rev. Dr. Luther Whitfield: Harmony and Healing
Today on Conversations, Reverend Dr. Luther Whitfield joins Melissa Montana to discuss some difficult losses we have faced in our community so far this year. But our battle is won on our knees! You are invited to join us on Saturday, February 17th, from 10:30am to 12:00pm at New Covenant Worship Center, where we will g...
Feb 16, 2024
Crowder: Winter Jam 2024
David Crowder, known by his artist name "Crowder," joins Melissa Montana today on Conversations. They talk about Winter Jam, as well as music that Crowder is currently working on. Check out Crowder at: Info on Winter Jam: Christian music's biggest tour WINTER JAM 2024 with performances by Crowder, Lecrae, CA...
Feb 14, 2024
Kevin Downes: Ordinary Angels
Kevin Downes, movie producer, joins Melissa Montana today on Conversations to discuss the upcoming movie "Ordinary Angels." Kevin has produced so many amazing Christian movies in the past, and he was a starring actor in the movie "Courageous." "Ordinary Angels" is a true, heartwarming stor...
Feb 09, 2024
Brooke Jones: Random Acts of Kindness Week
Today on Conversations, Melissa Montana is joined by Brooke Jones, Vice President of the Random Acts of Kindness Foundation. As Random Acts of Kindness Week nears (February 11-17, 2024), we're eager to promote positivity in our communities, and this organization provides FREE resources to help people make kindness the ...
Feb 08, 2024
Lecrae: Winter Jam
Melissa Montana is joined by Lecrae on Conversations today. They discuss multiple topics--how impactful the Winter Jam tour is, how it's so important to run this race of faith with people who can run alongside you, and how Lecrae has been trying to speak more to empower the younger generation. Also, he was awarded two ...
Feb 05, 2024
Tabitha Ervin: Black History Month
Tabitha Ervin, COO of the YMCA of Greater Fort Wayne, joins Melissa Montana for Conversations to discuss Black History Month. She discusses it's importance in the lives of children-her own child, as well as all the children reached by the YMCA. For more information on the YMCA of Greater Fort Wayne, please visit For ot...
Feb 02, 2024
Geoff King: Love Fort Wayne & Black History Month
Melissa Montana is joined by Geoff King, the CEO of Love Fort Wayne, to discuss February as Black History Month. In Fort Wayne, we have leaders and people from so many different backgrounds and cultures, and we want to pause and acknowledge the impacts made by all different types of people. Geoff talks about the import...
Feb 01, 2024
Brian & Jenavie Noggle: Checking on New Mamas
Today on Conversations, Melissa Montana is joined by Brian and Jenavie Noggle, Co-Founders of Frankie Dean, to discuss checking in on new mamas. Becoming a mother is a sweet gift, however, it comes with its fair share of challenges. Postpartum mental and emotional health is very real, and we need to come around mothers...
Jan 31, 2024
Cherilyn Orr: "Signals: How Brain Science and the Bible Help Raise Resilient Children"
Cherilyn Orr, Author, joins Melissa Montana on Conversations to discuss her book, "Signals: How Brain Science and the Bible Help Raise Resilient Children." Cherilyn developed The Stoplight Approach that is based on the latest research in brain science as well as her years of experience as a teacher (early chi...
Jan 30, 2024
Eric Westrick: Wrapped In Love Blanket Drive
Eric Westrick from StepStone Family & Youth Services joins Melissa Montana on Conversations to chat about their yearly Wrapped In Love blanket drive, where you can help provide love and comfort to underprivileged foster youth. With cold temperatures arriving and winter in full swing, StepStone will be accepting don...
Jan 24, 2024
Gary Thomas: "Making Your Marriage a Fortress"
Today on Conversations Melissa Montana is joined by Author Gary Thomas to discuss his book, "Making Your Marriage A Fortress". Gary shares with us his why behind writing Making Your Marriage a Fortress, which is to prepare couples for the storms that haven't hit yet, and for the couples who have been left re...
Jan 23, 2024
Eddie Carswell: Winter Jam 2024 & NewSong
Eddie Carswell from the band NewSong joins Melissa Montana today on Conversations to chat about Winter Jam 2024. Not only did Eddie start NewSong back in 1981, but he also started Winter Jam. This year's line up is stellar! Check out NewSong's website at Winter Jam: Christian music's biggest tour WINTER JAM 2024 with p...
Jan 19, 2024
Kristen Guthrie: Savor Fort Wayne
Today on Conversations, Melissa Montana is joined by Kristen Guthrie, VP of Marketing and Communications at Visit Fort Wayne, to talk about Savor Fort Wayne. Taste the best cuisine the city has to offer during the 12 days of dining deals this January 17-28. Over 90 Fort Wayne restaurants will be providing special three...
Jan 17, 2024
Tim Winter: Protecting Your Children Against Entertainment
Today on Conversations, Tim Winters, President of Parents TV and Media Council, joins us to discuss the importance of protecting our children. Whether it be through television or the internet, entertainment can be dangerous for our children. Tim shares helpful resources and information to parents, starting with knowing...
Jan 16, 2024
Gary Chadwick: Hope OnGOing International
Gary Chadwick, Missionary, from Hope OnGOing International joins Melissa Montana on Conversations to discuss this ministry. This Missionary Agency in Fort Wayne and has been busy bringing refugee families from Ukraine to Fort Wayne to live, work and serve to prepare themselves for a better life back in Ukraine when the...
Jan 12, 2024
Melissa and Josh Raines - New Year 2024 Goals
On today's episode, Melissa Montana and Josh Raines have a conversation about Star 88.3's goals for 2024. Because of listener support, we will be able to make equipment upgrades and have better, clearer signal to reach more people! We want to provide an excellent listening experience to more people in order to continue...
Jan 05, 2024
Pastor Chris Norman - 1 Year Anniversary of PrayerWorks
Melissa Montana is joined by Pastor Chris Norman of Grace Gathering church to talk about the one year anniversary of PrayerWorks. The room is open 24/7, but this weekend we will be commemorating one year of citywide, interdenominational prayer. Anyone can show up at anytime! The room is located at 1626 Broadway St, Sui...
Jan 04, 2024
Joelle Schrader The RESPECT Team
Administrative Assistant from The Respect Team, Joelle Schrader, joins Melissa Montana today on Conversations to talk about this organization. For more information visit: For other interviews covering several different topics heard on Conversations with Melissa Montana, please click here.
Dec 21, 2023
Conversations LIVE with Curtis Smith
Today Melissa Montana is LIVE in the 4 o'clock hour with Curtis Smith! It will be interesting, informative & funny! For other interviews covering several different topics heard on Conversations with Melissa Montana, please click here.
Dec 18, 2023
Nygel Simms and Mark Robison Talk NYLI Sports
Nygel Simms and Mark Robison talk with Melissa Montana on Conversations about National Young Leaders Institute Empowers Esports Camp NYLI is proud to announce the launch of its groundbreaking Esports camp, designed to embrace students' passion for competitive gaming while nurturing qualities such as collaboration, crea...
Dec 14, 2023
Kevin Morse CEO Goodwill Thrift Store
Kevin Morse CEO at Goodwill joins Melissa Montana on Conversations to discuss the work being done at Goodwill. Goodwill isn't just a place to shop, but its also a place that provides job opportunities to those in need. Tune in for all the details! For more information visit: For other interviews covering several differ...
Dec 13, 2023
Clinton Faupel Remedy LIVE Mental Health
Today on Conversations Clinton Faupel, from Remedy LIVE, shares with Melissa Montana about Mental Health. Now more than ever Mental Health Awareness is on the rise, Remedy LIVE is partnering with the State of Indiana, to have access to the mental health 988 emergency line. They currently have Soul Medics available to c...
Dec 12, 2023
Denise Hunter: Local Author and Pursuing Your Dreams
Today on Conversations Melissa Montana is joined by local Author, Denise Hunter, who is also an internationally published bestselling author of more than 40 novels, three of which have been made into Hallmark movies. Denise writes heartwarming, small-town love stories, peopled with layered characters who struggle with ...
Dec 11, 2023
Bobby Solomon Mentor Me Ministries
Today on Conversations Founder of Mentor Me Ministries, Bobby Solomon, joins Melissa Montana to talk about his organization. This ministry was founded to give fatherless boys a father figure in their life. Bobby lost his father when he was 12 years old. Shortly after he dedicated his life to Jesus this ministry was cre...
Dec 08, 2023
Dave Frey Sidewalk Prophets Great Big Family Christmas Concert
Today on Conversations Melissa Montana is joined by Dave Frey from Sidewalk Prophets to talk about their Great Big Family Christmas Concert! This annual Christmas Concert will be Friday December 8th at 7pm at Blackhawk Ministries in Fort Wayne, IN. This will be a family fun filled night you won't want to miss! For more...
Dec 06, 2023
Josh Raines FRESH Stories Podcast
Today on Conversations Melissa Montana is joined by Josh Raines to talk about his new podcast "FRESH Stories" Launching! Josh and the STAR team are excited for this opportunity! Josh has dreamed of starting a podcast, and now that dream is a reality! Josh is overjoyed to engage in authentic conversations and ...
Nov 30, 2023
Jordan St. Cyr Christmas Concert
Today on Conversations Melissa Montana is joined by Jordan St. Cyr, Artist, to talk about the Christmas Concert coming up in Darke Co! Jordan shares a little bit about himself, where he came from, and how he came to music. Jordan and his wife have four kids, they take the approach reminding themselves of what matters m...
Nov 29, 2023
Dr Ryan Singerman Mens Health
Today on Conversations Primary Care Physician Dr Ryan Singerman, joins Melissa Montana to discuss the importance of mens health and well being. Men tend to wait too long to seek treatment, Dr Singerman encourages men to seek preventative measures and be proactive about their health! Getting screenings and talking with ...
Nov 28, 2023
Curtis Smith: GIVE LOVE CHRISTMAS
Today on Conversations Curtis Smith, Chief Marketing and Communications Officer at Crosswinds Counseling joins Melissa Montana live to discuss GIVE LOVE CHRISTMAS. For more information visit For other interviews covering several different topics heard on Conversations with Melissa Montana, please click here.
Nov 27, 2023
Angela Schmidt BIG Sister Of The Year 2023
Today on Conversations we are joined by BIG Sister, Angela Schmidt, to talk about her title of BIG Sister of the Year. Angela and her little sister Jenna have been a pair for the last 8 years, they have grown close over the years and are excited to start Jenna's high school career out together! Angela won BIG Sister lo...
Nov 22, 2023
Tomi Cardin Redemption House Holiday Open House
Today on Conversations Tomi Cardin, CEO of the Redemption House, joins Melissa Montana to talk about their Holiday Open House event. Tomi shares the Open House is our annual holiday event when we open one of our houses for public tours, and we get to lavish our appreciation on the public that is so faithful to support ...
Nov 21, 2023
Jenny Coffey Helping Overwhelmed Mothers
Today on Conversations Jenny Coffey Focus on The Family Counselor, talks with Melissa Montana to share some times to help overwhelmed moms. Jenny stressed the importance self care as a parent! It's necessary to take care of yourself so that you can be good for others. For more information visit: For other interviews ...
Nov 17, 2023
Thomas Blount: Operation Christmas Child
Today on Conversations Thomas Blount, Regional Manager, for Operation Christmas Child joins Melissa Montana to talk about OCC. Operation Christmas Child provides an opportunity for people to share the gospel with children across the world, while also providing school supplies and other sentimental gifts. To get a free ...
Nov 16, 2023
Pastor Thomas McArthur Hunger & Homelessness Awareness Week
Today on Conversations Melissa Montana is joined by CEO of The Rescue Mission, Pastor Thomas McArthur, to talk about Hunger and Homelessness Awareness week. The Rescue Mission is shedding light on poverty, food insecurity, and homelessness in Northeast Indiana during National Hunger and Homelessness Awareness Week Nove...
Nov 15, 2023
Lora Friedrich Trauma in Kids
Lora Friedrich, Licensed Counselor at Crosswinds Counseling, joins Melissa Montana to discuss Trauma in kids. It's important to be paying attention to kids around you and create an environment for kids to feel safe around you. Some symptoms/signs include aggressiveness, sadness, and combativeness. Another important not...
Nov 10, 2023
Brandy Baumann Life in Limbo Event
Today on Conversations Brandy Baumann, NE IN Church Engagement Specialist, joins Melissa Montana to talk about a unique event called Life in Limbo. This event is an interactive role-play workshop that allows you to experience what it's like to be in foster care. In this role play, you'll step into the shoes of birth pa...
Nov 09, 2023
Ana Pierson What is Worship
Today on Conversations Melissa Montana is joined by Ana Pierson. Ana is a photographer and loves being able to tell a story. She also leads worship and shares about what that means to her. Ana and Melissa discuss the posture of our hearts and the importance of bowing down to the Lord in every aspect of our lives. For m...
Nov 07, 2023
Keegan Ferrell Adoption Celebration 2023 Artist
Today on Conversations Melissa Montana is joined by Keegan Ferrell, The Voice Contestant, and this year's Adoption Celebration Artist. Keegan is a Fort Wayne native, currently living in Nashville. He is working in music production, as well as performing for youth events. Keegan will be sharing his story and performing ...
Nov 06, 2023
Steven Curtis Chapman In Concert
Today on Conversations Melissa Montana is joined by Artist Steven Curtis Chapman to talk about his upcoming concert at Trine University. Steven shares all that is going on in his music career, and how the Lord has just continually opened doors for him. Join us Friday November 10th at Trine University Furth Performing A...
Nov 03, 2023
Danny Gokey Better Than I Found it Event
Today on Conversations three-time GRAMMY® nominee and American Idol alum Danny Gokey, joins Melissa Montana to talk about his nonprofit organization Better Than I Found It. Their special "Bus Stop" Giveback event supporting New Mercies Ministries, provides supplies and outfits two new Resource Closets tha...
Oct 27, 2023
Dr Sharen Ford Debunking Myths about Foster Care
Today on Conversations Dr. Sharen Ford, Director of Foster Care and Adoption at Focus on the Family, joins Melissa Montana to discuss foster care and the myths surrounding it. You don't have to be a perfect parent in order to foster, God will use your imperfections to impact children's lives. It's important to realize ...
Oct 26, 2023
Pastor Newman Crook Living Water Orality Training
Pastor Newman Crook joins Melissa Montana on Conversations to discuss the Living Water Orality training coming up!The Chapel is partnering with Living Water International to bring orality training to Fort Wayne! Orality Training is vital for sharing the Gospel to those who learn and communicate best through means other...
Oct 20, 2023
Jeff Ostermann NE Indiana Center for Faith and Work
Today on Conversations Melissa Montana is joined by President, Jeff Ostermann, of Northeast Indiana Center for Faith and Work to talk about their organization and upcoming event! This organization emphasizes the importance of living out your faith no matter what line of work you are in. Every job has a purpose, and can...
Oct 17, 2023
Melisa McCann YMCA Pumpkin Patch Party
Today on Conversations Melissa Montana is joined by Community Outreach Director, Melisa McCann, to discuss the YMCA Pumpkin Patch Party! The Pumpkin Patch Party is taking place on Monday, Oct. 23, 2023, from 4:30pm- 7:30pm. This spectacular event will feature a host of community resources, cultural dance performances, ...
Oct 16, 2023
Thomas McArthur The Rescue Mission Fall Banquet
Today on Conversations Melissa Montana is joined by Thomas McArthur, CEO at the Rescue Mission, to talk about their upcoming fall banquet. The Rescue Mission's Annual Fall Banquet will take place on Tuesday October 17th at 6pm at the Allen County Memorial Coliseum. This is a time to celebrate the work God has been doin...
Oct 13, 2023
Page Turner HGTV Fix My Flip Part 2
Page Turner from HGTV's Fix My Flip joins Melissa Montana again to share more about her television experience. She shared how she stepped out in faith, emailed producers and God blessed it. Page says "do the work" you have to take steps of faith in order to move. Catch her show on Discovery + or on regular tv...
Oct 11, 2023
Page Turner HGTV Fix My Flip Part 1
Today on Conversations Page Turner from HGTV's Fix My Flip, shares with Melissa Montana about her testimony! Page is a single mother of 3, an entrepreneur, and has been a real estate broker for the last 20 years, she shares about what God has brought her through. Growing up in an agnostic home was challenging, she foun...
Oct 10, 2023
Chris Norman The Common Table Series Symposium
Today on Conversations Chris Norman, Lead pastor at Grace Gathering, joins Melissa Montana to talk about a Common Table Series Symposium event happening in October. This event's goal is to bring unity between different denominations. This is a free event, you won't want to miss. For more information visit: For other i...
Sep 25, 2023
Abby Lorenzen Right to Life Fall Banquet
Today on Conversations Abby Lorenzen Education/Media Outreach Coordinator with Right To Life of Northeast Indiana joins Melissa Montana to talk about their upcoming fall banquet. This event will take place on Monday October 9th at the Allen County Memorial Coliseum, doors open at 5:30pm! The Right to Life Fall banquet ...
Sep 21, 2023
Tammy Crane Four:10 Ministries Gala
Today on Conversations Melissa Montana is joined by Founder of Four 10 Ministries, Tammy Crane, to discuss their Fifth Annual Gala. Four:10 Ministries equips women to live a life free from sexual exploitation and empowers them to thrive. This years theme is "Lift Her Voice" We are incredibly honored to have o...
Sep 18, 2023
Connie McCabe Illumination Festival 2023
The Annual Illumination: Light in the Darke Festival is happening this Saturday, September 16th at the Darke County Fairgrounds in Greenville, Ohio! Connie McCabe talks about all that is planned for the fun family day. Activities begin at 11am with Midway activities, food vendors and a coffeehouse. Music on the Coffe...
Sep 15, 2023
Ashley Wagner YLNI Farmers Market
Today on Conversations Melissa Montana is joined by Market Manager, Ashley Wagner, to talk about the YLNI Farmers Market. The Barr Street Market has a variety of local small businesses that draw over thousands of people. The YLNI is up for Number 1 market in Indiana, get your votes in before September 18th! For more i...
Sep 14, 2023
Nygel Simms STEAM Recap
Today on Conversations Nygel Simms Leader and Founder of Young Leaders Institute, joins Melissa Montana to talk recap their STEAM event. During this camp, talented young leaders engaged in a Christ-centered environment where they explored various career opportunities and were inspired by the stories of courageous adul...
Sep 12, 2023
Be A Tourist in Your Hometown - Kristen Guthrie
Today on conversations Kristen Guthrie VP of Marketing at visit Fort Wayne joins us to share about the 22nd anniversary of the Be A Tourist in Your Hometown event. 21 of Fort Wayne's Attractions and Museums are opening their doors this Sunday September 10th from noon until 5pm for community members to tour. The cost i...
Sep 07, 2023
Jennifer Hope: Recovery Rocks
Today on conversations Melissa Montana is joined by Jennifer Hope, founder of The Mom of an Addict organization. This nonprofit is hosting Recovery Rocks an event happening on Sunday September 10th, from 2pm-6pm at Sweetwater. This is a free event to end the stigma and provide hope for children and adults who struggle...
Sep 05, 2023
Darren Gagnon Lost Sparrows Conference
Today on Conversations Darren Gagnon Founder of Lost Sparrows, shares with Melissa Montana about their upcoming conference. Lost Sparrows Trauma Conference is designed for foster/adoptive parents, teachers, or anyone who works with children. This conference will provide a weekend of encouragement, education and connect...
Sep 01, 2023
Conversations LIVE
Melissa Montana is LIVE today from 4 - 6pm with special guests Jessica Gervais and Amanda Miller. For more information about Great Kids Allen County visit: Use code "GK883" as a STAR Listener to receive $5 off conference registration-- good through 5pm on Sunday 8/27. For other interviews covering several di...
Aug 24, 2023
Harry Cunningham Good MRKT
Today on Conversations Harry Cunningham Founder and Managing Partner at Good MRKT joins us to talk about his business and the impact it has had world wide. Good MRKT has partnered with several non profits, and businesses to share goods. From blankets to meals their are so many ways Good MRKT is making an impact. For mo...
Aug 16, 2023
Pastor Sandra White Turn Around Event
Today on Conversations Melissa Montana is joined by Pastor Sandra White from Family Health Summit, to talk about the Turn Around Event. This event is Saturday August 19th 2023 at West Main Street Church of the Nazarene - 1613 West Main Street Fort Wayne. In honor of Chelssea Geiger, a single mother, who gave her hear...
Aug 14, 2023
Brandon Bower: The Lighthouse Family Thrift Store
Today on Conversations Brandon Bower the director at The Lighthouse joins Melissa Montana to share about their new Family Thrift Store. The Lighthouse ministry is a mens residential program for those who struggle with addiction. They just opened their second thrift store located at 6230 Lima Rd. in Fort Wayne. You can ...
Aug 10, 2023
Tim Hawkins Comedy Night
Today on Conversations Melissa Montana is joined by Comedian Tim Hawkins to talk about his upcoming Comedy night. Saturday August 19th, show starts at 7pm at Purdue Fort Wayne Music Center! This will be a night packed with laughter you won't want to miss. To get your tickets see the link below. For More information vis...
Aug 09, 2023
Tomi Cardin The Redemption House Event
Today on Conversations Tomi Cardin, CEO of The Redemption House, joins Melissa Montana to discuss their 11th Anniversary Alumni Reunion and Open House. Redemption House is a network of transition homes for women who desire to redeem their lives from past destructive behaviors by developing a faith-based lifestyle and g...
Aug 03, 2023
Antoinette Hilliard Winning Women Conference 2023
Today on Conversations Melissa Montana is joined by Pastor Antoinette Hilliard to discuss the Winning Women's Conference coming August 26th 2023. This event is an opportunity to encourage women who are hurting, that they can find freedom in Jesus Christ! This conference will be a time of worship and refreshing to the s...
Aug 02, 2023