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Dan DiOrio is a 45 year radio vet, the last 37 years as co-host of the News/Talk morning show at WMBD Peoria. Dan’s broadcast partner over the last 18 years is Greg Batton, not only the most fun partner over the years but like a second wife, where they strive to keep their listeners informed and mostly entertained in their everyday lives in this crazy and sometimes contentious world. Dan’s hobbies are books, books, and books about politics and foreign affairs. Dan is the proud father of 4 boys, 3 Eagle Scouts and 1 on the way. Dan is also proud to be a graduate of SIU Carbondale, which at the time was the top 5 broadcasting schools in the country.

Darren May’s interests include genealogy, history, and travel. He comes from a radio pedigree that includes great-grandfather Enos Kahler, the founder of WMBD, and grandfather Harry McCormick, WMBD’s transmitter engineer. Darren’s own radio journey started in 1989, and he loves working in the studio. As production director for MWC Advertising in Peoria, Darren enjoys turning marketing concepts into tangible results!

Before making his home in Peoria, Fritz lived in and around Indianapolis. His track record includes 25 years on air and successfully programming a variety of formats. His brands have been nominated for a variety of awards including CMA’s, Marconi’s and in 2015 his team won the ACM (Academy Of Country Music) award for station of the year.

Fritz spends time away from the mic exploring Greater Peoria walking and hiking. He also enjoys photography, classic cars, live music and time with family.

Fritz’s resume of endorsements include Arby’s, Guitar Center, Oreo and many other local, regional and national brands. Fritz would love to be part of growing your business by being a voice for your next campaign.

Greg Batton is the co-host of The Greg and Dan Show, mornings on 1470 and 100.3 WMBD Radio. A 36 year veteran of the radio industry, he has worked for many stations in Peoria and Chicago, co-hosting with Dan Diorio on WMBD since 2005.

Greg is the father of 4, husband to Yvonne Greer, and a proud Peorian.

Greg is an unabashed fan of Central Illinois and uses his talents to help countless civic organizations, not-for-profits, and private businesses grow and prosper.

Greg’s motto is: Do Good, Be Kind, Go Home, Repeat.

Just a small town girl from Metamora, Janine has lived in and loved Central Illinois all her life. Having lived in Pekin, where she and husband Greg taught high school together, and Dunlap, where they raised both of their children and where Greg is principal at Banner Elementary. Now with both kids married, the empty nesters reside in the heart of Peoria with their calico kitty Sadie.

Janine has been in radio for over 16 years and is passionate about every aspect of it. She loves meeting with clients, crafting the perfect live read for them, and doing video endorsements with excitement and a strong focus on making the client and their product shine.

Janine loves life, people, and music. Cooking, having coffee with friends, and cheering on the Cardinals is how she spends her free time. Most Sunday afternoons you can find her and her husband enjoying the World’s Most Beautiful Drive, which she thinks is the jewel of her hometown.

John Riley & Nancy Flagg have been entertaining listeners in Central Illinois for more than 25 years! Their top-rated, family-friendly show features classic hits from the 70’s, 80’s and 90’s, games, prizes and lots of interactive fun for listeners. Lifestyle, entertainment and general “good” news throughout the show makes it a great way to start the day.

Daily segments like “Who Are You,” “Question Impossible,” and “School of Rock” allow for sponsorship opportunities for local businesses. Plus, John & Nancy LIVE ads are a great way to include your message in the show.

John & Nancy are also active on social media with videos and content, reaching thousands. After they sign off the radio program, John develops marketing campaigns for clients as the head of Creative Services while Nancy creates social media content for clients in the digital marketing department.

Before his caeer in radio, John Young performed stand-up comedy in Los Angeles, among other places, and performed on The Arsenio Hall Show and VH-1 Stand Up-Spotlight. In 1996, he transitioned to radio and for 28 years has used his stand-up comedy and writing to do a high energy and fun afternoon show on 104.9 The Wolf. John spent his first 17 and a half years at The Wolf on the morning show. When he’s not talking on the ‘Mic’ you can usually find him singing as he loves hitting karaoke all over Central Illinois. John also plays guitar, bass, and piano and is a big ol’ 80’s music freak! Along with his passion for music, John has a HUGE passion for St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital and has been a part of Country Cares for St. Jude for 25 years and has helped raise over $2 million during his stations’ Radiothons.

John has worked with and endorsed a variety of clients from Sleep Number, to Nothing Bundt Cakes, to Sherman’s, to The Bryson Smith Team. The variety of clients he has worked with show his versatility and adaptability. Having just finished his third go ’round with Cancer, he’s very focused on his health, and would love an opportunity to help endorse a company that is looking to promote wellness.

John is a fun, creative guy with a ton of heart who loves to win and who wants YOU to win.

Mike ‘Stech’ Stechman has been a radio personality in the Peoria/Bloomington-Normal area since 1991.

‘Stech’ is a family man, married to his lovely wife Holly. They have 3 beautiful girls that keep them busy in life. Outside of radio, Mike enjoys Harley Davidson motorcycles, hanging with good friends, watching sports such as Cardinals Baseball and Steelers Football. Mike also stays busy outside of work with his Holler ‘ana’ Swaller Karaoke Shows. ‘Stech’ you could say, “Lives Life To The Fullest!”

‘Stech’ chronicles his ‘Dad Life’ both on the airwaves as well as his social media outlets. If your trying to target families, or with folks with active lifestyles. Mike Stechman would be a tremendous asset to your marketing strategy.

Phil Luciano has been telling central Illinois stories for more than 30 years — in print, on television and with WMBD Radio. His dozens of journalism awards testify to his uncanny ability to find intriguing people and offbeat yarns. He also has taught at multiple colleges, including more than 25 years at Bradley University, as well as at his church.

He and wife Karen live in Woodford County, where they try to keep pace with their lively grandkids. On the weekends, they often crank up Phil’s 8-track player, then flip on the tube and scream at the Chicago Bears.

Phil’s resume of endorsements includes multiple local brands. Phil would love to be the voice for your next successful marketing effort.

Ross Martinez…The Husky Heartthrob! Ross is a lovable goofball with a passion for our community. Catch his podcast the Community Beat on your favorite podcast platforms. Ross says, “Any day above ground is a great day in his book.” He can talk music for hours and will always try to sneak his dog Rocky into places! Ross is all about community and likes to work with brands that give back, support our animal friends, and the trifecta would include selling fedoras.