Each weekday we will select a new Official Member for 98.9 The Bear LISTENER OF THE DAY
⚡ If picked, your name will be blasted on-air like a rockstar.
⚡ Your mug featured on our website and Facebook.
⚡ Your favorite songs spun all day long.
⚡ An exclusive tee you can’t buy… only earn.
⚡ PLUS, you’re getting into a members-only Facebook group. That’s right — behind the curtain with meet n’ greets, surprise giveaways, seat upgrades, and contests we don’t drop anywhere else.
Been picked before? Good. You can get picked again. But you gotta re-apply, because we wiped the slate clean for 2026.
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Listener of the Day: Jeff Barry of Avilla, IN!
Jeff Barry from Avilla, IN works at JJP Excavating and has been rocking with The Bear for as long as he can remember. He says Heather Rooney makes his day, and when he's working hard or playing hard, Tool, System of a Down, Godsmack, and Chevelle keep him going.
Congrats, Jeff – you’re today's Listener of the Day!
Listener of the Day: Kriston Chandler of Albion, IN!
Kriston Chandler from Albion, IN has one rule in the car—every preset is locked on The Bear. A true music lover, Kriston enjoys shooting pool, cheering on his son at bowling events, and rocking out all day to Metallica, AC/DC, Guns N' Roses, and Nirvana.
Congrats, Kriston – you’re today's Listener of the Day!
Listener of the Day: Alex Roberts “Big Nasty” from Huntington, IN!
Alex Roberts “Big Nasty” from Huntington, IN never changes the station when The Bear is on. From Jason Lee & Kluck in the mornings to the Sonic Warrior at night, he's always locked in. When he's not listening, you'll find him enjoying professional wrestling, collecting action figures, or talking horror as a former haunted house actor.
Congrats, Alex – you’re today's Listener of the Day!
Listener of The Day: Anthony Steele of Defiance, OH!
Anthony Steele from Defiance, OH keeps the miles rolling while working at Keller Trucking, and music is a huge part of his life. Whether he's behind the wheel, snapping photos, or singing along, you'll find Saliva, Godsmack, Metallica, and Guns N' Roses cranked up loud.
Congrats, Anthony – you’re today's Listener of the Day!
Listener of the Day: Jared Huff of Saint Joe, IN!
Today's Listener of the Day is Jared Huff of Saint Joe, IN! Jared works at Shambaugh and Son, has been rocking with The Bear since he was a kid, and says good music keeps him coming back. He's a proud dad of two girls and loves everything from rock to deathcore, especially Slipknot, Sevendust, Avenged Sevenfold, Static-X, and Mudvayne.
Congrats, Jared – you’re today's Listener of the Day!
Listener of the Day: Zack Wilburn of Goshen, IN!
Today's Listener of the Day is Zack Wilburn of Goshen, IN! Zack works at Heroes Family Bistro and Pub and says The Bear is the best rock station around thanks to the music, The Jason Lee & Kluck Show, and late nights with Lou Brutus. His hobbies include experimenting with recipes, video games and Dungeon and Dragons! You'll find him rocking out to Creed, Rob Zombie, Avenged Sevenfold, and The Pretty Reckless.
Congrats, Zack – you’re today's Listener of the Day!
Listener of the Day: Eric Springer of Decatur, IN!
Today's Listener of the Day is Eric Springer of Decatur, IN! A lifelong Bear fan, Eric grew up listening with his dad and is now carrying on the tradition with his son, Holden. Whether he's cheering on the TinCaps or rocking out to Metallica, Five Finger Death Punch, Shinedown, and Godsmack, music is a huge part of his life.
Congrats, Eric – you’re today's Listener of the Day!
Listener of the Day: Madonna Dyer of Andrews, IN!
Today's Listener of the Day is Madonna Dyer of Andrews, IN. She says The Bear is best variety for rock music! Madonna says she's been rocking with us for decades! She loves spending time with family, being outdoors, fishing, and hunting for mushrooms while keeping Pantera, Bad Omens, Rage Against the Machine, and Pierce the Veil on repeat.
Congrats, Madonna – you’re today's Listener of the Day!
Listener of the Day: Korissa Miller of Hemlock, IN!
Today's Listener of the Day is Korissa Miller of Hemlock, IN! Whether she’s cleaning, driving, experimenting with different makeup looks, or spending time in the garden, she’s always got The Bear cranked up. Korissa also loves hanging out with her family and keeping up with her three energetic boys while rocking out to In This Moment, Korn, Pantera, Slipknot, and Funeral Portrait.
Congrats, Korissa – you’re today's Listener of the Day!
Listener of the Day: Ava Hodge of Geneva!
Ava Hodge from Geneva is a registered vet tech at Bluffton Animal Clinic who has a true passion for helping animals. She says The Bear is the only station she listens to in the car and loves starting her mornings with Jason Lee and Kluck before heading to work. Ava keeps Rob Zombie, Seether, Breaking Benjamin, Limp Bizkit, The Pretty Reckless, and Rage Against The Machine cranked up.
Congrats, Ava – you’re today's Listener of the Day!
Listener of the Day: Kim Whitaker of Anderson!
Today’s Listener of the Day is Kim Whitaker from Anderson! Kim works at Allied Solutions and is an animal lover with 3 cats, Maine Coon, two dogs (Pomsky and Miniature Pinscher), plus Blue and Gold Macaw and two Cockatiels. She listens to The Bear every day at work and rocks Seether, Shinedown, Papa Roach, Volbeat, and Audioslave.
Congrats, Kim – you’re today's Listener of the Day!
Listener of the Day: Branden Strongwill “Big B” of Indianapolis!
Branden Strongwill “Big B” from Indianapolis knows the power of music and community. Through life’s struggles, metal has helped keep him moving forward, and he’s now chasing his dream of one day sharing the stage with the bands he loves alongside his own band, Strongestwill. He keeps Beartooth, Falling in Reverse, Sleep Theory, and The Devil Wears Prada on repeat.
Congrats, Branden – you’re today's Listener of the Day!
