Testimonial
Why I Support WBHM: Christina Ochsenbauer
Dr. Christina Ochsenbauer says, “I’m originally from Germany and now I live in Homewood, for the past 20 years. I discovered WBHM when I came here from Europe, and I like to listen to it because it provides the in-depth coverage of national and world news that I was used to from home. I couldn’t […]
Why I Support WBHM: John Kappes
Dr. John Kappes says, “I’m originally from the Cincinnati, Ohio area and I’ve been in Birmingham for 30 years. I used to drive down 280, and there were a lot of choices up and down the radio. And it just came to be that I listened to a radio station, WBHM, supported and based here […]
Why I Support WBHM: Ryan Jones
Ryan Jones grew up in Hoover but he travels the world regularly, and he says, “I work a lot outside of Alabama … I’ve had to go to different places throughout the South and across the country, and really around the world. And one of the things that WBHM gives me is it gives me […]
Why I Support WBHM: Catherine Mayo
Catherine Mayo of Birmingham says, “I have three children, six, eight, and nine. I turn WBHM on around seven o’clock in the morning and it’s usually still playing until seven at night. Because WBHM is playing throughout our house all day, a lot of conversations are sparked that we normally would not have. And it […]
Why I Support WBHM: Brent Womble
“My name is Brent Womble. I support WBHM and I listen to it all day, every day.” “I started listening to WBHM either 2013 or 2014, and I decided to become a member in the fall fund drive of last year.” “You know, something that’s said a lot on the air during the fund drive […]
Why I Support WBHM: Josh Rutsky
“My name is Josh Rutsky. I am the coach of the Hoover High School Quiz Bowl team and I have been a member of WBHM for one year now.” “When one of my students on the high school quiz bowl team that I coach asked me, ‘Well how do you study current events? How do […]
Why I Support WBHM: Karen Sweeney
“I love that I can turn WBHM on every morning. I hear the news talked about in a rational, thoughtful, logical, well-researched way. It’s just the opposite of click bate and fake news that we’re so inundated with now.” “One of my favorite shows is Radiolab, and they recently did a piece on technology that’s […]
Why I Support WBHM: Ronald Williams
“I am Ronald Williams. I am an active supporter/listener of WBHM, and I have been for almost 40 years. What I appreciate the most about listening to WBHM is that the reporters and the people I hear on the radio seem to bring about an integrity that I can trust. It’s not what I would consider alternative facts."
Why I Support WBHM: Jeanne Shanks
My mother’s been a reader of The New York Times. That’s her source of information to the point where my father once said she had a medical degree from The New York Times. It must be genetic, but for me it’s NPR. That’s my source of all information. I think my daughter will follow in […]
Why I Support WBHM: Jane Errett and her Goats
“If I’m down in the basement, or if I’m upstairs, I usually have WBHM on. And because I love to spend time out in the yard, I drag out this long extension cord and my boom-box and listen to WBHM as I work … The goats are right nearby, so I figure I have the […]
Why I Support WBHM: Tyler Richards
“My name is Tyler Richards. I live in Montevallo with my wife, and we’ve supported WBHM for about two years now. We love listening to Morning Edition and All Things Considered — it really drives our day.” “In the climate that we live in, I think it’s so important that we have access to good, […]
Why I Support WBHM: Stanley Robinson
“I’ve been a WBHM member since 2000. The sad thing about it is, I’ve been a huge fan since ’77. It took so long to become a member and that’s something I’m not proud of. I feel a little guilty, yes … taking advantage of this great programming, but I really had to step up […]
Why I Support WBHM: Stacey Lawler Taylor
“I'm a bit of a late bloomer to WBHM. Years ago, when my children were boys, their grandfather would always be a sustaining member. And every year he would make sure they listened as his donation money would be in their honor. Intermittently, I would listen WBHM and always wonder what the heck are these people staying in their garage and their driveways listening to. Well, the other day my husband called down going, "Get out of the car." Unfortunately, I don't remember what I was listening to, but I was captivated.”
Why I Support WBHM: Bindiya Patel
“I listen to WBHM on my app because I'm able to take it wherever I go. The best part is I can take it with me when I travel to different conferences. I can still start my morning the same way. And even if I'm driving home back to Mississippi, I can plug my phone into my car and still receive the same programming.”
Why I Support WBHM: Scott Hildebrandt
“I like WBHM because NPR has been a fixture of my life ever since I was a kid, really really little. So, now NPR is kind of grown with me. It’s very relevant to me as an adult for the news coverage the civil debates. And I think having a source for reliable and responsible […]
Why We Support WBHM: The Xulu Family
WBHM NPR News. Oh, my goodness. They give you stories around the world. And some of them are so inspirational. Whether you're interviewing people on the street in Brazil or what's happening in Africa. My husband is from South Africa. It's just a world perspective and it's made our family a global family.”
WBHM Member Stories
Since 1976 the strongest advocates for WBHM have been our members. We are delighted to share stories from our members and why they choose to listen and support their NPR station. Want to tell your story? Email membership@wbhm.org and tell us about your love for WBHM!
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 […]
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,” […]
Why I Support WBHM: The Williams Family
Paul and Cindy Williams family listen to WBHM everyday. “We turn on the radio first thing in the morning and then make coffee,” says Cindy. The whole family, including their children, has been listening to NPR for decades. “Just being surrounded by public radio in the car and also at home, was constantly putting a […]
Why I Support WBHM and the SED: Paul Blutter
Paul Blutter is a civic-minded businessman and father of two who appreciates stories from the Southern Education Desk at WBHM. He’s originally from New York and now lives in Homewood. “We love living here,” says Blutter. “It’s a great place to raise kids. And I think as parents, we all have to make important decisions […]
Why I Support WBHM: Reed Lochamy
Reed Lochamy is what you might call a renaissance man. He’s an English teacher at Hoover High School, host of the weekly show “Oh Brother Radio” on Birmingham Mountain Radio, and a regular commentator for SEC Network. He’s also a huge fan of public radio and WBHM. “I touch base with WBHM in the mornings […]
Why I Support WBHM and the SED: Linda Stephan
Linda Stephan is a local artist and art historian who values reporting from the Southern Education Desk at WBHM. She’s lived in the Birmingham area most of her life and has taught at several area universities. “I’m very, very interested in education and learning,” says Stephan. “That’s why I’m so supportive of the Southern Education […]
Why I Support WBHM: Teri Lavette
Teri Lavette is an attorney, mother of two boys and a dollar-a-day sustaining member of WBHM. And she’s a loyal and consistent WBHM supporter. Lavette and her family have been members of WBHM since 1987. Lavette says she supports WBHM because it’s a constant source of entertainment and education in her life. “I listen on the […]
Why I Support WBHM: David Resuehr
“Hands down it is the most interesting radio station that I know,” says David Resuehr, a scientist and WBHM member. He says he can’t start his day without WBHM and NPR. “I walk into the kitchen, pour a cup of coffee and turn on the radio,” he says. Resuehr listens to WBHM on the way to work, […]
Why I Support WBHM: Dan Fulton
Dan Fulton is a retired teacher who loves to listen to stories from the Southern Education Desk at WBHM. “It’s very informative and provides me with so much information that I find very valuable,” said Fulton. Fulton has reasons for listening to the radio beyond any specific story. “I have been on chemo for several […]
Why I Support WBHM: Michael Harrington
Michael Harrington’s winning design is featured on the newest edition of WBHM’s pint glass for the Fall 2015 fund drive. For a contribution of just $7.50/month or a one time contribution of $90.00, this pint glass is a wonderful reminder of your support of public radio for Birmingham and North Central Alabama, Here’s two […]
