Each weekday we will select a new 103.9 The Bear REAL ROCKER OF THE DAY.
If chosen, we’ll mention your name and play your favorite Bear songs throughout the day. You’ll get a “Real Rocker of the Day” Bear t-shirt – exclusive for Real Rocker of the Day winners only! You will be featured on the 103.9 The Bear website as our “Real Rocker of the Day”
To enter, submit a photo of yourself and answer a few simple questions! Please enter only ONCE.
Thanks for listening to 103.9 The Bear!
Real Rocker of the Day: Kim Kauffman of Elkhart – Real Rocker #219
Real Rocker of the Day #219 is Kim Kauffman from Elkhart! Retired and rockin’, Kim plays four instruments, loves working on cars and motorcycles, and spends as much time outdoors as possible. He keeps it loud with Pearl Jam, Alice in Chains, Megadeth, Ozzy, and Nirvana, all thanks to The Bear. Congrats, Kim – Real Rocker of the Day #219!
Real Rocker of the Day: Matt Hanover of South Bend – Real Rocker #218
Real Rocker of the Day #218 is Matt Hanover from South Bend! A worker bee at BCI Solutions, Matt powers through his day with The Bear and coffee, rocking out to Ghost, Three Days Grace, and Green Day. Matt loves Wranglers, Labs, and Harleys, Matt and his wife also chase down great concerts together. Congrats, Matt – Real Rocker of the Day #218!
Real Rocker of the Day: Andrew Campbell of South Bend – Real Rocker #217
Andrew Campbell from South Bend is a lifelong Bear listener who’s been rocking with 103.9 since day one. A bus driver for South Bend Community School Corp., Andrew lives for singing, cranking up Seether, Metallica, Guns N’ Roses, and Linkin Park, and keeping rock alive on every ride. Congrats, Andrew – Real Rocker of the Day #217!
Real Rocker of the Day: Ann Hanover of South Bend – Real Rocker #216
Ann Hanover from South Bend keeps it rocking at 1st Source Bank and has been riding with The Bear since before Jason Lee and Kluck hit the air. When she’s not with her family or her yellow lab, she’s cranking Ghost, Linkin Park, and Papa Roach. Congrats, Ann – Real Rocker of the Day #216!
Real Rocker of the Day: Mike Nettrouer of Mishawaka – Real Rocker #215
Mike Nettrouer from Mishawaka keeps the ovens hot at Little Caesars on Bittersweet Road and the volume turned up on The Bear every day. When he’s not working, he’s kicking back with his wife watching movies or creating TikTok videos, all fueled by rock from Metallica to Shinedown. Congrats, Mike – Real Rocker of the Day #215!
Real Rocker of the Day: Shawn Patrick of Elkhart – Real Rocker #214
Shawn Patrick, better known as “The Bearded Wonder” from Elkhart, is a tattoo artist at Liquid Ink 2 Tattoos who lives and breathes rock. Whether he’s laying down ink or riding his motorcycle, he’s got The Bear cranked with bands like Korn, Metallica, and White Zombie fueling his day. Congrats, Shawn – Real Rocker of the Day #214!
Real Rocker of the Day: Brad Barnard of South Bend – Real Rocker #213
Brad Barnard from South Bend is a true lifer when it comes to rock, from his days in the Army infantry to working as a collision parts specialist at Jordan Ford. Whether he’s shooting pool or cranking up Tool and Breaking Benjamin, Brad’s always got The Bear on—especially for Jason Lee and Kluck in the morning. Congrats, Brad – Real Rocker of the Day #213!
Real Rocker of the Day: Richard “Coconutrich” Hernandez of Mishawaka – Real Rocker #212
Richard “Coconutrich” Hernandez from Mishawaka is a proud union construction laborer who’s been rocking with 103.9 The Bear since 2008. A huge fan of Jason Lee and Kluck, he powers through the workday with Metallica, White Zombie, Nine Inch Nails, and Five Finger Death Punch. Building America and blasting The Bear—doesn’t get more real than that. Congrats, Richard – Real Rocker of the Day #212!
Real Rocker of the Day: Missy Honold of Daytona Beach – Real Rocker #211
Missy Honold from Daytona Beach is a Michiana native who never lost her love for 103.9 The Bear. After moving south, she missed the station’s variety until discovering she could stream it anytime. Now she’s back to rocking out to Linkin Park, Slipknot, and more every day. Congrats, Missy – Real Rocker of the Day #211!
Real Rocker of the Day: Phil Labar AKA Santa of Elkhart – Real Rocker #210
Phil Labar from The North Pole (Elkhart) brings serious rock energy to everything he does—even while playing Santa. Married 36 years with five kids and 12 grandkids, Phil spends his time fishing, grilling, and cranking up Staind, Foo Fighters, and Alice in Chains on The Bear. Congrats, Phil – Real Rocker of the Day #210!
Real Rocker of the Day: Doug Ridge of Elkhart – Real Rocker #209
Doug Ridge from Elkhart is grinding through long hours to support his family, and 103.9 The Bear is right there with him, keeping him sane with rockin’ tunes and killer DJs. When he’s off the clock, you’ll find him at rock concerts, train spotting, or catching air shows. Congrats, Doug – Real Rocker of the Day #209!
Real Rocker of the Day: Will Rogers of Knox – Real Rocker #208
William Rogers from Knox keeps the wheels turning as a rear loader driver with Apex Waste and lives loud with a love for cars and hard rock. A young father of one, he leans on bands like Five Finger Death Punch, Tool, and Pantera to power through the tough days, and says The Bear gets him through the week. Congrats, Will – Real Rocker of the Day #208!
