Dave Ryan (radio)

Dave Ryan (born David Kibler) is the professional name for the radio presenter hosting the Dave Ryan in the Morning show on KDWB-FM in the Minneapolis-St. Paul metro area in the US state of Minnesota. He has twice been the recipient of the Marconi Radio Award for large market personality of the year, in 2011 and 2023.

At the age of 21 Ryan hosted his own morning show at KLUC-FM (Las Vegas). During his career he has previously hosted shows at KKFR (Phoenix), WNCI and KZZP. In addition to his radio show Ryan works as a media consultant and is a published author. "Take A Shower, Show Up On Time and Don't Steal Anything" is a light hearted work providing anecdotes and advice. "Little Dave's Amazing Day" is a children's book inspired by his own life.

Early life
Ryan grew up in Black Forest, Colorado. He is a graduate of Air Academy High School (class of 1980), and earned an associate degree from Pikes Peak State College.

Publicity Stunts
To mark the 50th anniversary of its completion, Ryan rode his skateboard across Hoover Dam 50 times while a DJ at KLUC in 1986.

In 2000 Ryan sat in every seat at the just completed Xcel Energy Center in St Paul, MN.

In 2002 billboards appeared around the Minneapolis area with the words "ugly kids," featuring the photos of a boy and girl. After swelling controversy follow up billboards were posted with the words "grow up to be DJs," along with the adult photos of Ryan and his then co-host Angi Taylor. This format was later copied by radio stations in other markets.