Spring 2016 Pledge Drive
Why I Support WBHM: “I Don’t Have to Think About the Oxford Comma!”
Nick Patterson is the editor of the weekly newspaper WELD, and joins WBHM each Thursday during All Things Considered to discuss the week’s news. He’s not just one of the voices you hear on WBHM. He’s also a member and a fan. “I love the education stories and the in depth news stories,” says Patterson. “I love the […]
WBHM Supporter Robert Sturdivant: “I LOVE the Fund Drive!”
Robert Sturdivant, pastor of student ministries at Trinity United Methodist Church in Homewood, defies conventional wisdom when it comes to WBHM’s on air fundraiser. “I love the fund drive!” Sturdivant exclaims. Yes, that’s right. Sturdivant says he enjoys the pledge drive. A lot. “I love being able to hear people in our community share about why […]
Why I Support WBHM: Ryan Iversen and Alexander
WBHM listener Ryan Iversen lives in Hanceville, Alabama. He installs heating and air conditioner equipment, and is on the road a lot for his job. He says WBHM helps keep him entertained during those long drives. “I really like the variety of what public radio brings to their stories,” says Iversen. “Music or movies or what’s […]
Why I Support WBHM: John Mitchell
When John Mitchell had to swap cars with his daughter, he made an unexpected discovery. “She had [the radio] on WBHM,” says Mitchell. “The first thing I heard was Wait, Wait Don’t Tell Me and I’ve been hooked on it ever since.” Mitchell doesn’t just listen and support the station, he volunteered to answer phones this […]
Why I Support WBHM: Haruyo Miyagawa
For librarian Haruyo Miyagawa, WBHM is an essential part of her day. “I support WBHM because it helps me do my job better,” says Miyagawa. She’s currently head of Library Arts Literature and Sports Department at the Birmingham Public Library. “Librarians are in the business of connecting people with the information they want or need,” […]
