
Once a week 24 minute radio interviews focusing on personal Christian faith stories and spiritual calling. FIRST PERSON is produced by Wayne Shepherd Communications, LLC. 1717 Park St., Suite 300, Naperville, IL 60563. Email: Wayne@wayneshepherd.net
| Publishes | Weekly | Episodes | 851 | Founded | 7 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | Performing ArtsChristianityReligion & SpiritualityArts | |||

On this 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence, noted historian David McCullough joins Wayne Shepherd for Part 2 of 1776: George Washington. (click for more…)
Website: www.simonandschuster.com/p/david-mccullough
Recorded in 2005, t... more
America at 250: Part One of a 2005 conversation as Wayne Shepherd talks with historian David McCullough about the events surrounding George Washington in 1776. (click for more...)
Website: www.simonandschuster.com/p/david-mccullough
As we appro... more
Dr. David Zanotti, CEO and Chairman of The American Policy Roundtable and host of The Public Square, joins Wayne Shepherd in conversation about America's 250th. (click for more...)
The conversation centers on a recently published book, An Oratio... more
Dustin Garrett once found himself in a jail cell considering suicide when a grandmother's witness broke through and he cried out to Jesus. He tells his story to Wayne Shepherd. (click for more...)
Dustin grew up in the Chicago suburbs in a... more
Ben Olsen was a professional actor when God called him into a helps profession and now he serves as a leader of the Global Center for Coaching. (click for more...)
Website: www.GlobalCenterforCoaching.org
Ben Olsen shares how he grew up in a fai... more
Dr. Bill Thrasher joins Wayne Shepherd in conversation remembering those who have given their lives in the service of their country and thanking God for the sacrifice of Jesus on our behalf. (click for more...)
Website: www.VictoriousPraying.org
T... more
Born in China and a computer engineer by training, Luke Cheng talks about his ministry with the Far East Broadcasting Company of using technology to reach people for Christ. (click for more...)
Website: www.FEBC.org/China
Luke Cheng is the Executi... more
Jonathan Hallsted of Health Bridge Global talks with Wayne Shepherd about the ministry of healthcare as a bridge to the Gospel in closed countries and cultures. (click for more...)
Website: www.healthbridgeglobal.org
Jonathan Hallsted is the found... more
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The show centers on intimate, letter‑style conversations about personal faith, calling, and how faith informs everyday life. Interviews mix testimonies from pastors, missionaries, educators, and everyday believers with themes such as leadership, caregiving, urban and rural ministry, art and creativity, and technology's role in ministry. Across episodes, guests wrestle with calling, ethical choices, and practical faith in action, often tying personal stories to broader mission work, social impact, and religious history. A notable pattern is the emphasis on authentic narratives that illustrate how faith shapes career paths, family life, and community service. This program is likely to appeal to listeners who enjoy long-form faith journeys, mi... more
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Recent guests on First Person include:
1. David McCullough
2. Dave Zanotti
3. Dustin Garrett
4. Ben Olsen
5. Bill Thrasher
6. Luke Cheng
7. John Hallstead Hallsted
8. Shawn Thornton
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