Jake Wainman from Niles is a freelance writer and lifelong rocker who grew up blasting ‘80s rock thanks to his parents’ car stereo. When he’s not writing, he’s diving into video games, horror movies, anime, or exploring nature and spooky places. Jake rocks out to bands like The Offspring, Slipknot, Korn, Static-X, and Mudvayne and loves hearing Jason Lee & Kluck, Morgan Reed, and Drew Cage on The Bear. Congrats, Jake – Real Rocker of the Day #179!

Kristen Gillison from Gragner is a Medical Assistant and a lifelong rock fan who keeps The Bear cranked whenever she can. As the oldest of seven siblings, she balances a busy life with reading, hanging out with her dogs, binge-watching favorite shows, and blasting bands like Disturbed, Shinedown, Linkin Park, and Papa Roach. Congrats, Kristen – Real Rocker of the Day #178!

Rob Del “The Bristol Prodigy” from Elkhart is today’s featured rocker. He works at Tredit Tire, has been making music for over 15 years, and is currently working on his fifth album, Upper Echelon. Raised on his parents’ vinyl collection, Rob still cranks Ozzy, Priest, and Crüe on The Bear while building his epic Star Wars collection. Congrats, Rob – Real Rocker of the Day #177!

Jen Stanage from Mishawaka spends her days delivering parts for O’Reilly Auto Parts and rocking out to The Bear on the road. A proud cat mom to three and an active member of the Star Wars 501st Legion with four cosplay costumes, Jen keeps it loud with bands like Evanescence, Shinedown, Alice in Chains, and Metallica. Congrats, Jen – Real Rocker of the Day #176!

Kari Mullins from Mishawaka grew up rocking with 103.9 The Bear and still cranks it up every day. She works with Help at Home, spends her free time crocheting, cooking, and hitting concerts—especially if there’s a pit involved. Kari keeps it heavy with bands like Slipknot, Metallica, and Falling In Reverse, and loves starting mornings with JLNK. Congrats, Kari – Real Rocker of the Day #175!

Jeff Carter from Rolling Prairie is a metal concert junkie who proves rocking out has no age limit. He’s a father of seven, grandfather of nine, and already planning to celebrate turning 60 next year at his third Sick New World festival. When Korn, Shinedown, Primus, Anthrax, or Slayer hit The Bear, Jeffrey’s cranking it up—especially with Jason Lee and Kluck on the air. Congrats, Jeff – Real Rocker of the Day #174!

Kristi Scott from Niles is a loyal Bear listener who says she tunes in religiously for the awesome personalities on 103.9 The Bear. A proud grandma, Kristi loves crafting with just about anything she can get her hands on and powering through the day with Shinedown, Collective Soul, and Metallica. Congrats, Kristi – Real Rocker of the Day #173!

Anastacia Reavis from Elkhart rocks hard at Imperial Stamping and cranks up 103.9 The Bear every chance she gets. From blasting Shinedown and Five Finger Death Punch to hitting concerts, kayaking, and making custom tumbler cups, she lives loud and proud. She says she loves everything about The Bear — especially those Big Growls. Congrats, Anastacia – Real Rocker of the Day #172!

Amy “The Screamer” Brookman from Mishawaka lives by one motto: hit as many concerts and rock festivals as possible because music heals. A member of the Griner Law Group, she’s all about Pop Evil, From Ashes to New, and living loud with her son and friends. Congrats, Amy – Real Rocker of the Day #171!

Angel Owens from Goshen is a Forest River cabinet slinger who’s been rocking with 103.9 The Bear for decades. From Pantera and Ozzy to Mudvayne, Megadeth, Hellyeah and old school AC/DC, Angel cranks it loud while raising fur babies, shooting pool, and laughing with the goofy boys in the morning. Congrats, Angel – Real Rocker of the Day #170!