Robin Quivers

Robin Ophelia Quivers was born on August 8, 1952, in Baltimore, Maryland. She pursued a career in nursing, graduating from the University of Maryland, Baltimore in 1974. Her first nursing position was at the Maryland Shock Trauma facility. In July 1975, Quivers joined the United States Air Force as a second lieutenant, serving as a nurse at Sheppard Air Force Base in Texas. She demonstrated rapid progression, achieving the rank of first lieutenant within six months and captain by June 1978. She transferred to the Air Force Reserve, where she served until 1990, demonstrating a commitment to public service early in her career.

In 1979, Quivers transitioned into radio, studying at the Broadcasting Institute of Maryland. Her initial roles included newscasting at WIOO in Carlisle, Pennsylvania, and WCMB in Harrisburg. She then worked as a consumer reporter and newscaster at WFBR in Baltimore. A significant turning point in her career occurred in March 1981 when she became the co-host for Howard Stern’s morning radio program at WWDC (FM) in Washington, D.C. This partnership established her as a key figure in one of the most popular and long-running radio shows in the United States, a role she has maintained for nearly two decades.

Beyond her radio career, Quivers is an accomplished author, publishing her autobiography, “Quivers: A Life,” in 1995. She later released “The Vegucation of Robin: How Real Food Saved My Life” in 2012, detailing her journey to a vegan diet and its health benefits. This book earned her the NAACP Image Award for Outstanding Literary Work – Instructional in 2014. Her extensive career and contributions to radio were recognized in 2017 with her induction into the National Radio Hall of Fame. Additionally, Quivers dedicates her time to philanthropic efforts, supporting organizations like The Girl Fund and founding the 15 Foundation, which focuses on education.