The Staff

Heartland Christian Broadcasters, Incorporated, is a not-for-profit ministry dedicated to spreading the Gospel of Jesus Christ through radio. The Board of Directors and all of the officers are dedicated volunteers, elected to oversee the ministry of 12 radio frequencies throughout Northern Minnesota.

The operating budget for Psalm FM is underwritten by the gifts of listeners. We operate under section 501(C)3 of the Internal Revenue Service code for non-profits.

Bruce Christopherson

Chief Engineer

Serving since 1983

Bruce was hired as an afternoon announcer and news director and was soon assisting the station engineer with FM translators in Grand Rapids, Bemidji, Ely, and Red Lake. When the original engineer left Bruce began maintaining the equipment at Psalm FM.

Bruce became the morning announcer in the mid-1980s. In 1994, following the death of station manager John Blankman, he began serving as station manager.

“A lot has changed over the years, but as testified to by our listeners’ letters each day, God still works through the ministry of Christian radio,” says Bruce. “As we seek His will for the programming I know Psalm FM will continue to have an impact for God.”

Michelle Eastty

General Manager / Program Director / Midday Host

Serving Since 2021

With more than 20 years of radio experience, Michelle comes to us from Glennallen, Alaska, where she has announced sled dog races and outdoor hockey games! She especially enjoys hearing from listeners, so give her a call or send a message!

Michelle enjoys Facetiming with her nieces and nephews as well as gardening, drinking coffee, camping, drinking coffee, fishing, and drinking coffee.

Dalton Johnson

Afternoon Host / Social Media Coordinator

Serving Since 2022

Coming to us from Iowa, Dalton became interested in radio while listening to his local Christian radio station. He says, “I decided on Broadcasting and graduated from Iowa Lakes Community College with an A.S.S degree in Digital, Social, and Broadcast productions.” You can listen to Dalton in the afternoons.

Dalton enjoys watching football. His favorite NFL team is the Denver Broncos and his college football team is the Iowa Hawkeyes. You might even catch him at a local football game as part of the “chain gang” on the football field. “I love to go outside for walks and for hikes. I am always up for an adventure and I am thrilled to be a part of the community, here in the Northland,” he tells us.

Greg Kaufman

Production Coordinator / Morning Show Host / Pastoral Advisor

Serving Since 2023

Greg is from Brantford, Ontario, and is a graduate of Pensacola Christian College, Pensacola Theological Seminary, Temple Baptist Seminary, and Piedmont International University. After earning his doctorate, he studied Radio Broadcasting at Fanshawe College in London, Ontario. He was a volunteer Youth Director at Beacon Baptist Church in Cambridge, Ontario for seven years and worked as an Aluminum Extrusion Press Operator to pay the bills.

Greg likes to spend his free time exercising, playing softball, and making videos for his family YouTube Channel. He is a fan of the Toronto Blue Jays and Buffalo Bills and enjoys public speaking.

Shawna Thoresen

Donations & Payroll Coordinator

Serving Since 2020

Shawna wears a few hats and manages the behind-the-scenes operations it takes to exist as a non-profit, non-commercial, Christian radio station. She is happy to answer your Psalm FM questions or find an answer for you! You may even hear her on the Events Calendar, Sunday evenings and when she brings you the evening weather.

Shawna has been a lifelong listener of Psalm FM. A special memory is running home from the bus each day to hear “Adventures in Odyssey” play on KBHW. Her top picks on Psalm FM now include “Turning Point” with Dr. David Jeremiah, “Focus on the Family” & “Family Life Today”.

Krystal George

Office Associate

Serving Since 2018

Krystal puts her organizational skills to work at the station when taking your phone calls, sending out monthly newsletters and reminders, and SO much more. She plays a key role in our annual Share-A-Thon Fundraiser and Operation Christmas Child box collection.

Krystal is a Northern Minnesota girl. She enjoys walking, bird watching, and attending Christian Music Festivals and concerts.