Bridges Inducted into Tennessee Radio Hall of Fame

RADIO ONLINE | Thursday, July 31, 2025 | 2:58pm CT

Barbara Bridges

Barbara Bridges, longtime Operations Manager, WJXA Brand Manager, and midday host at WJXA (Mix 92.9) in Nashville, has been inducted into the Tennessee Radio Hall of Fame. She joins a distinguished group of broadcasters that includes Rick Dees, Gerry House, Scott Shannon, Coyote McCloud, Pat Sajak, and Billy Kidd.

Bridges began her Tennessee radio career in the early 1990s, joining WJXB in Knoxville in 1994. She moved to Nashville in 1997, where she has since helped shape Mix 92.9 into one of the market's most successful stations. Her programming leadership and on-air presence have consistently delivered top ratings for decades.

Following the acquisition of South Central Communications by Midwest Communications in 2016, Bridges remained with the company, continuing her work in both management and on-air roles. Known for her tireless dedication and seasonal programming, she has earned the nickname "Queen of Christmas" for her annual holiday music curation enjoyed across Middle Tennessee.

"I have a deep love of radio and have ever since I began," Bridges said. "It continues to be the most amazing and rewarding career. I'm also blessed to have worked with tremendous talents over the years. We are only as good as the people who surround us. I'm both humbled and honored by this recognition."

Pegge Wright, Chairperson of the Board at Midwest Communications, added, "We are so honored to have Barbara welcomed into the Tennessee Radio Hall of Fame. Barbara is a fabulous example of the type of dedication and passion to winning we desire. Plus, she's a really nice person. Duke would also be extremely proud she received this acknowledgment."

Bridges lives in Williamson County with her husband and daughter, and shares her home with three dogs, a horse, and a cat. An avid outdoors enthusiast, she has called the Nashville area home since the late 1990s.

Listeners and colleagues are invited to congratulate her here.