Earl "LeeBird" Hayes
"The HillBilly Hoot"
On-Air Personality bringing the heart and soul of country music and patriotic values to Liberty First Radio.
Professional Credentials
Broadcasting Diploma
🎓 Ohio Center for Broadcasting
Cincinnati, Ohio • Graduated May 24, 2013
Completed basic course in radio and television broadcasting with advanced instruction in announcing.
Most Internship Hours Award
🏆 Most Internship Hours - May Days 2012
Ohio Center for Broadcasting • Cincinnati, Ohio
1,964 intern hours - The highest in the graduating class!
Professional Membership
International Singer-Songwriters Association
🎵 ISSA Active Member
Earl LeeBird Hayes III is an active member of the International Singer-Songwriters Association (ISSA), connecting with fellow musicians and songwriters worldwide.
Member Since: December 23, 2023
ISSAsongwriters.com
On-Air Shows
The HillBilly Hoot
Signature Show
Tune in to "The HillBilly Hoot" for the best in country music, patriotic tunes, and good old-fashioned radio entertainment. Earl brings his unique style and genuine personality to every broadcast.
About Earl
Earl "LeeBird" Hayes is the founder of Liberty First Radio and the voice behind "The HillBilly Hoot." With a deep passion for country music, patriotism, and supporting our nation's heroes, Earl brings authentic energy and heartfelt entertainment to every broadcast.
As an on-air personality, Earl connects with listeners through his genuine love for music and his dedication to the veteran and military community. His show celebrates the spirit of America while providing family-friendly entertainment for all ages.
Earl's commitment to Liberty First Radio's mission of supporting troops, veterans, first responders, and educators shines through in every show he hosts. He believes in the power of music to bring people together and honor those who serve.
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The man behind the mic — Co-Founder & On-Air Personality of Liberty First Radio
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Earl Hayes as 'Bart Blackmond' — Big Sky
On Set — Chicago Fire
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LeeBird — Behind the Scenes
LeeBird — Honor Veterans Radio
LeeBird — Award Ceremony
LeeBird — Backstage
LeeBird & The Green Goblin Head
LeeBird — Chicago
LeeBird — Award Presentation
LeeBird — Wizard World
LeeBird — Live Event
LeeBird — Wrigley Field
ISSA — Certificate of Membership
ISSA — Active Member
LeeBird — In the News
'Squatters' — Film Credits
John 'Bo Duke' Schneider — Endorsement
LeeBird — On Chicago Fire
Edi Mehana — Endorsement
Harold Dennis — Endorsement
Chalet Lizette Brannan — Endorsement
"Back When We Were Known as: "Honor Veterans Radio", Before the Pandemic!"
Photo's Supplied By "Pic-Chick: Beka Jean"
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