This Is Moody Radio - by Kevin Mungons & Phil Shappard (Paperback)

About the Book

Moody Radio--100 years with the same gospel mission.

In 1926, Moody Radio aired its first broadcast of live music and Bible teaching in Chicago. The new studio--fueled by a passion for spreading the good news--was followed by decades of innovation. This Is Moody Radio tells the incredible story of Christian broadcasting through the eyes of its pioneers.

Moody Radio has been a trusted friend to millions of listeners on their journey with Jesus Christ. This book is a captivating collection of photos, illustrations, timelines, personal narratives, and historical research. Readers will give thanks for Moody Radio's steadfast commitment to the gospel and rejoice in God's enduring kindness every step of the way.

Arranged in short chapters that can be read as one contiguous story, This Is Moody Radio is a beautiful visual history--the perfect coffee-table book and gift.

Book Synopsis

Moody Radio--100 years with the same gospel mission.

In 1926, Moody Radio aired its first broadcast of live music and Bible teaching in Chicago. The new studio--fueled by a passion for spreading the good news--was followed by decades of innovation. This Is Moody Radio tells the incredible story of Christian broadcasting through the eyes of its pioneers.

Moody Radio has been a trusted friend to millions of listeners on their journey with Jesus Christ. This book is a captivating collection of photos, illustrations, timelines, personal narratives, and historical research. Readers will give thanks for Moody Radio's steadfast commitment to the gospel and rejoice in God's enduring kindness every step of the way.

Arranged in short chapters that can be read as one contiguous story, This Is Moody Radio is a beautiful visual history--the perfect coffee-table book and gift.

About the Author

KEVIN MUNGONS is a Chicago-based writer and editor. A longtime church musician, he researches and writes about gospel music, early recordings, and radio.

PHIL SHAPPARD served as Moody Radio's national operations manager before retiring in 2020. He studied at Toccoa Falls College and later graduated with a BS in Business Management from Elmhurst University in Elmhurst, IL. Phil and his wife, Nora, have three grown children and nine grandchildren, and make their home in the western suburbs of Chicago.