Erich Brukner
General Manager, WLRH-FM | Division Director of Radio, Alabama Public TelevisionErich Brukner brings more than two decades of experience in broadcasting and media leadership to his role as General Manager of WLRH-FM and Division Director of Radio for Alabama Public Television.
From 2006 to 2024, Erich was a key figure at iHeartMedia Huntsville, where he served as Senior Vice President of Programming and Program Director for WDRM. Under his leadership, the station maintained a remarkable 24-year streak as the top-rated station in the market — a testament to his strategic vision and deep connection with the community.
Following his tenure in commercial radio, Erich spent a year expanding his expertise in the tech and retail sector as Director of Marketing for GigaParts, a national technology retailer based in Huntsville.
Returning to public broadcasting in April 2025, Erich is excited to bring his passion for storytelling, community engagement, and innovation to WLRH and Alabama Public Television.
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In this episode, we get our weekly review of north Alabama's top stories and the latest news from the state Capitol. We'll also meet comedian Amy Mahoney and cast members from Theatre Huntsville's 'Little Shop of Horrors'. Our featured artist is Lana White. -
In this episode, we review north Alabama's top stories of the week, talk with Alabama attorney general Steve Marshall, visit the Tennessee Valley Music Festival and check out the weekend's live music and events. Our featured artist is Randy Steele.
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In this episode, we review the biggest stories in north Alabama and check on politics in Montgomery. We'll also tour the new Von Gosh exhibit. Our featured artist is Microwave Dave.
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In this episode, we review the week's biggest stories in north Alabama and get a legislative update from Montgomery. We'll also hear about clean up efforts at Maple Hill Cemetery and our featured artist is Luna Koi.
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In this episode (#013), we’ll review north Alabama’s top stories, and get the latest legislative news from Montgomery. We'll also talk with HMCPL Executive Director Cindy Hewitt about House Bill 385 (which did not pass), and hear new music from The Gifted.
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In this episode (#012), we’ll review north Alabama’s top stories, hear the latest from the Alabama Statehouse, visit Ridgecrest Elementary for a history lesson with the Microwave Dave Music Education Foundation and hear a track from Sunroom Revival.
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In this episode (#011), we’ll review north Alabama’s top stories, and get the latest legislative news from Montgomery, including anti-obscenity guidelines being considered for public libraries We also meet Decatur-based JACKT and hear their new single.
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In this episode, we review north Alabama's biggest stories of the week and get an update from the Alabama Statehouse. We also meet the Anderson and Roe Piano Duo. Our featured local artist is Common Man.
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On this episode of The Update, we'll review north Alabama's biggest stories and share the weekend's live music and community events. Our featured artist is Camacho.
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On this episode of The Update, we talk with newly elected District 10 Representative Marilyn Lands, and catch up on the biggest news, music and events of the week,
