Branden Rathert
Wake Up-Mid-Missouri: Monday – Friday: 6:00am – 9:00am.
Branden was born and raised a Missouri boy in St. Louis. When he was growing up in South St. Louis, his parents told him to come home when the streetlights came on. After being gone for 25 years during his career in Florida and Idaho, “the streetlights came on” so he made his way back to Missouri. Branden has now been with Zimmer for about 6 years. During his extensive career, he has been highly recognized, including receiving two separate Edward R. Murrow awards for reporting during the 2010 Gulf Coast Oil spill and the 2012 Sandy Hook School shooting. He was also awarded by the Missouri Broadcaster's Association in 2015 for his reporting on unrest at the University of Missouri.
Being an established voice in the mid-Missouri community, Branden is involved with Mizzou College Republicans, Columbia Pachyderms, and several other local political-minded groups where he is a frequent speaker. Some of his favorite hobbies and pastimes include exploring the Western states, skiing, spending time with his three grandkids, and walking local trails.
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Stephanie Bell
Wake Up mid-Missouri: Monday – Friday: 5:30am – 9:00am.
Stephanie Bell is a native of Jefferson City with extensive experience working in state and local government matters. After graduating from Truman State University, Stephanie went on to the University of Missouri-Columbia, where she earned a Juris Doctorate and a Master's in Public Administration.
Besides being a radio host, Stephanie is also an attorney at Ellinger and Associates LLC. Over the course of her career, she has represented many clients before government agencies, including the Public Service Commission and the Administrative Hearing Commission. Additionally, she manages to run not just one, but two small businesses at the same time!
Stephanie takes an active role in conservative politics and causes. She has represented many conservative candidates as well as conservative groups with interests in ballot measures. Currently, she is the Missouri Chair for the Republican National Lawyers Association (RNLA).
On the rare occasion when she isn't busy, Stephanie loves to travel, eat, and volunteer for community events. Currently, she lives in Ashland with her husband, Chris, and their three children, Drew, Amelia, and Eden.
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John Marsh
Wake Up mid-Missouri: Monday – Friday: 5:30am – 9:00am.
John Marsh has been a consistent voice and radio personality for over 24 years. His light-hearted and passionate approach to community events and important local topics make him a well-known and trusted voice in the mid-Missouri area. He likes keeping the community informed, up-to-date and amused!
John is married with one grown son. An avid bow-hunter, John loves the outdoors. He and his wife have "big smelly farm dogs" and enjoy all that central Missouri has to offer. John's passion for the community is evident with his ongoing involvement over the years. He serves as a member of the Cole County Emergency. Response Team (HazMat) and on the Local Emergency Planning Committee. John also serves on the Board of Governors for Captial Region Medical Center and on the Board of Directors for the Central Missouri United Way.
Having been around mid-Missouri for a very long time, John has a track record of successful endorsement partnerships with area businesses. The key to his success in promoting client businesses is the trust he's built during his tenure in mid-Missouri radio making him a respected figure in the community.
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Hannah Adkisson
Wake Up mid-Missouri: Monday – Friday: 5:30am – 9:00am.
Hannah Adkisson is a mid-Missouri native originally from Centralia, Missouri, who since high school has been interested in social and political interest topics. What started out as a simple request for Branden Rathert to be a speaker in her high school journalism class started a relationship that fueled a passion. Later as a high school senior, she returned the favor and was a guest speaker on a panel discussion for The Eagle, an opportunity on which she launched a career.
She pursued a part-time job at the Eagle in college, which soon became full-time. It wasn’t long before her talent, perspective and professionalism propelled her to a quick promotion to the Producer of “Wake Up mid-Missouri!” Her favorite part of her radio career is the connection she builds with her audience; The Wake-Up mid-Missouri Family.
Hannah follows Mizzou women’s volleyball and basketball, photography, music, and crafting when she's not working. She’s even been working on her mastery of the acoustic guitar. Hannah is extremely passionate about supporting mid-Missouri businesses. Small-town Missouri is where her roots are, and for that reason, she loves seeing local businesses succeed and doing everything she can to help make that happen.
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Gary Nolan
KWOS Mornings: Monday – Friday: 9:00am-11L00am
Gary Nolan is a well-known voice and personality in the radio industry, having worked in radio for going on 30 years. Being a radio veteran, he has spent 15 years of his established career with Zimmer Communications. When hosting the Gary Nolan show, it is his goal to reach millions of listeners with a message of individual liberty and personal responsibility.
He is well-recognized but doesn't like to keep track of his awards, and rather cares about winning ratings and connecting with his audience. Gary feels right at home when hosting The Gary Nolan Show every weekday on KWOS. It is the perfect job for him because he is able to interact with listeners, have fun, and get paid all at the same time! He loves being able to be a part of the Mid-Missouri community, and loves the generosity of the people, the great food, and the convenience of low traffic! When he is not on the air, he enjoys eclectic and vintage cars, shooting pool, and getting a bunch of smart people in one room, and listening to the conversation.
Randall (Randy) W. Tobler, MD, FACOG, CPE
KWOS Evening Show: Monday – Friday: 4:00pm – 6:00pm.
Dr. Randy Tobler is a board-certified Obstetrician Gynecologist, celebrating 33 years practice. He has a passion for teaching...patients, peers, and the public. A native of St. Louis, he was trained at the prestigious Washington University School of Medicine. Additionally, he is a hospital CEO, professional broadcaster and speaker, and accomplished musician. His work has been recognized with teaching, research and broadcast awards.
“The Randy Tobler Show” started in STL, and has received top ratings, with analysis and commentary on current events and culture. Now, he’s proud to bring his unique style to mid-Missouri, with the addition of a weekday drive time program on the Zimmer Radio Network. His non-negotiable broadcast principles are truth-seeking and calling out politically correct absurdity at every opportunity…all with a wink of humor and big nod to America’s First Principles and traditional values.
A father of three and husband of 40 years, Dr. Tobler is grateful to his wife, Heliene, and children Sean, Shannon, and Samantha for sustaining him through the trials of a serious illness in 1997. Their support and love, coupled with a deep faith that abides through any turbulence, serve as a constant reminder of the importance of perspective and commitment in life’s journey.
