Ansen Bayer grew up in Topeka, KS, and got his start in broadcasting as a kid by producing his own "radio shows" using the tape recorder in his bedroom. Those humble beginnings eventually led Ansen to John Brown University, where Ansen enrolled in broadcasting with an aim to get into TV news. However, he started working at KLRC as a student in '05, and re-discovered his love for radio.
Ansen married his wife, Amandria, and graduated from JBU in '08. Shortly afterward, he was hired full-time by KLRC as the Drive-Home Host and Director of New Media.
Outside of radio, Ansen is an avid sports fan. He obsesses over Kansas State athletics and Indycar Racing, and wishes the Kansas City Chiefs and Royals would be more competitive. Ansen also loves music; he plays piano, guitar, and drums.
Listen to the Drive-Home each weekday afternoon at 4:30 as Ansen announces anniversaries! On Friday of each week, we'll draw a winner at random to win a prize package from Northwest Arkansas Healthy Marriages, as a part of their NWA Marriage Adventures!
The Family Fun 5@5 is a great way to kick off the five o'clock hour each weekday afternoon! Not only do you get five upbeat and uplifting songs - you also have a chance to win a free large pizza from Eureka Pizza!
We all know that traffic can get pretty hectic in Northwest Arkansas. That's why there's KLRC Teamwork Traffic! We'll help keep your family safe and on time!