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Enjoy O'Connor & Company from the nation's capital! Heard weekdays from 5am to 9am on WMAL in Washington, D.C.
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In the 5 AM hour, Larry O'Connor and Bethany Mandel discussed: GAVIN NEWSOM: Governor Newsom’s spokesman tells reporter Susan Crabtree to "eff off" when asked for paperwork regarding the Governor's dyslexia diagnosis; meanwhile, Newsom tells a crowd in Georgia he "can't read" while previously bragging about reading 260 pages in two hours. DNC AUTOPSY: A secret DNC report suggests Kamala Harris lost significant support due to the Biden-Harris administration's approach to the war in Gaza. CRUISE SHIP MURDER: A 16-year-old stepbrother is charged in the Florida cheerleader Anna Kepner murder mystery on a Carnival cruise ship. VIRGINIA REDISTRICTING: A new Roanoke College poll shows 52% of Virginia voters oppose the Democrats' proposed redistricting map. Where to find more about WMAL's morning show: Follow Podcasts on Apple Podcasts, Audible, and Spotify Follow WMAL's "O'Connor and Company" on X: @WMALDC, @LarryOConnor, @JGunlock, @PatricePinkfile, and @HeatherHunterDC Facebook: WMALDC and Larry O'Connor Instagram: WMALDC Website: WMAL.com/OConnor-Company Episode: Tuesday, February 24, 2026 / 5 AM HourSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
In the 6 AM hour, Larry O'Connor and Bethany Mandel discussed: ANGEL MOMS: President Trump hosts an emotional event for Angel Parents, featuring moving testimonies from the mothers of Laken Riley, Joshua Wilkerson, and Marine veteran Marie Vega; media critics spark outrage by referring to them as "so-called Angel Moms." GROVER NORQUIST: The Americans for Tax Reform President previews the State of the Union and discusses Trump's tariff battles. BLUE STATE COSTS: Analyzing data showing 9 of the 10 most expensive states to live in are solid blue, while Florida moves to abolish non-school property taxes. Where to find more about WMAL's morning show: Follow Podcasts on Apple Podcasts, Audible, and Spotify Follow WMAL's "O'Connor and Company" on X: @WMALDC, @LarryOConnor, @JGunlock, @PatricePinkfile, and @HeatherHunterDC Facebook: WMALDC and Larry O'Connor Instagram: WMALDC Website: WMAL.com/OConnor-Company Episode: Tuesday, February 24, 2026 / 6 AM HourSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
In the 7 AM hour, Larry O'Connor and Bethany Mandel discussed: OLYMPIC GOLD: Celebrating the USA Men’s Hockey win over Canada; Jack Hughes gushes about his love for America while celebrating his OT winning goal. TRUMP CALL: President Trump calls the hockey team in the locker room to celebrate; meanwhile, the USA Women's Hockey team declines their SOTU invitation due to scheduling conflicts. KATIE GORKA: The Fairfax GOP Chairwoman joins the show to discuss the local battle over redistricting and the upcoming chair election. Where to find more about WMAL's morning show: Follow Podcasts on Apple Podcasts, Audible, and Spotify Follow WMAL's "O'Connor and Company" on X: @WMALDC, @LarryOConnor, @JGunlock, @PatricePinkfile, and @HeatherHunterDC Facebook: WMALDC and Larry O'Connor Instagram: WMALDC Website: WMAL.com/OConnor-Company Episode: Tuesday, February 24, 2026 / 7 AM HourSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
In the 8 AM hour, Larry O'Connor and Bethany Mandel discussed: AMERICA 250: Dr. Matthew Spalding joins to discuss the importance of George Washington and the "America 250" celebrations, as well as the Siege of Boston. SUSAN CRABTREE: Susan Crabtree joins to discuss her investigation into Gavin Newsom and the recent hostility from his press team. ICE DETENTION: Maryland sues the Trump administration to block a planned ICE detention center in Washington County, with Governor Wes Moore alleging environmental and public input violations. Where to find more about WMAL's morning show: Follow Podcasts on Apple Podcasts, Audible, and Spotify Follow WMAL's "O'Connor and Company" on X: @WMALDC, @LarryOConnor, @JGunlock, @PatricePinkfile, and @HeatherHunterDC Facebook: WMALDC and Larry O'Connor Instagram: WMALDC Website: WMAL.com/OConnor-Company Episode: Tuesday, February 24, 2026 / 8 AM HourSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
WMAL GUEST: GROVER NORQUIST (President of Americans for Tax Reform) on the upcoming State of the Union address and President Trump’s efforts to tackle affordability through tax and tariff policies. WEBSITE: ATR.org SOCIAL MEDIA: X.com/GroverNorquist READ: Where Trump’s Affordability Ideas Stand Ahead of SOTU Where to find more about WMAL's morning show: Follow Podcasts on Apple Podcasts, Audible, and Spotify Follow WMAL's "O'Connor and Company" on X: @WMALDC, @LarryOConnor, @JGunlock, @PatricePinkfile, and @HeatherHunterDC Facebook: WMALDC and Larry O'Connor Instagram: WMALDC Website: WMAL.com/OConnor-Company Episode: Tuesday, February 24, 2026 / 6 AM HourSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
WMAL GUEST: KATIE GORKA (Fairfax GOP Chairwoman) on the upcoming Fairfax GOP Chair election, rising local taxes, and the ongoing redistricting battle in Virginia. SOCIAL MEDIA: X.com/FairfaxGOP READ: Fairfax GOP on the Redistricting Referendum Where to find more about WMAL's morning show: Follow Podcasts on Apple Podcasts, Audible, and Spotify Follow WMAL's "O'Connor and Company" on X: @WMALDC, @LarryOConnor, @JGunlock, @PatricePinkfile, and @HeatherHunterDC Facebook: WMALDC and Larry O'Connor Instagram: WMALDC Website: WMAL.com/OConnor-Company Episode: Tuesday, February 24, 2026 / 7 AM HourSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
WMAL GUEST: DR. MATTHEW SPALDING (VP for Washington Operations and Dean of the Van Andel Graduate School of Government at Hillsdale College) on the history of Washington and Lincoln’s birthdays and a look at the Siege of Boston as part of the America 250 celebration. WEBSITE: DC.Hillsdale.edu READ: The Truth About Presidents' Day Where to find more about WMAL's morning show: Follow Podcasts on Apple Podcasts, Audible, and Spotify Follow WMAL's "O'Connor and Company" on X: @WMALDC, @LarryOConnor, @JGunlock, @PatricePinkfile, and @HeatherHunterDC Facebook: WMALDC and Larry O'Connor Instagram: WMALDC Website: WMAL.com/OConnor-Company Episode: Tuesday, February 24, 2026 / 8 AM HourSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
WMAL GUEST: SUSAN CRABTREE (National Political Correspondent for RealClearPolitics) on Governor Newsom’s communications team telling her to "f*** off" when asked about his dyslexia diagnosis, and her latest investigative reporting on the Mar-a-Lago shooting. WEBSITE: RealClearPolitics.com SOCIAL MEDIA: X.com/SusanCrabtree READ: Crabtree on Newsom Press Team Incident Where to find more about WMAL's morning show: Follow Podcasts on Apple Podcasts, Audible, and Spotify Follow WMAL's "O'Connor and Company" on X: @WMALDC, @LarryOConnor, @JGunlock, @PatricePinkfile, and @HeatherHunterDC Facebook: WMALDC and Larry O'Connor Instagram: WMALDC Website: WMAL.com/OConnor-Company Episode: Tuesday, February 24, 2026 / 8 AM HourSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
In the 5 AM hour, Larry O’Connor and Bethany Mandel discussed: SNOW TOTALS: A review of weekend snowfall across the DC region and Maryland, with some areas receiving several inches. SNOW SHOVELING: NYC Mayor Zohran Mamdani defends requiring identification for paid emergency snow shovelers while Democrats oppose voter ID laws. CLUELESS BERNIE: Senator Bernie Sanders is mocked for claiming he has no clue where his birth certificate is or how to obtain a new one. GAVIN NEWSOM: Governor Gavin Newsom claims he lost his birth certificate at age seven as a defense against voter ID requirements. NEWSOM SAT: Governor Newsom tells a Georgia crowd he has a "960 SAT" and "can't read" in a misguided attempt to find common ground. Where to find more about WMAL's morning show: Follow Podcasts on Apple Podcasts, Audible and Spotify Follow WMAL's "O'Connor and Company" on X: @WMALDC, @LarryOConnor, @JGunlock, @PatricePinkfile, and @HeatherHunterDC Facebook: WMALDC and Larry O'Connor Instagram: WMALDC Website: WMAL.com/OConnor-Company Episode: Monday, February 23, 2026 / 5 AM HourSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
In the 6 AM hour, Larry O’Connor and Bethany Mandel discussed: RETRIBUTION AGENDA: Susan Rice promises a "taste of what’s coming" for corporations that have cooperated with President Trump if Democrats retake power. DE-BANKING: JPMorgan Chase admits in a court filing to intentionally closing President Trump's bank accounts for political reasons in February 2021. OFFSHORE WIND: Journalist Kevin Mooney joins the show to discuss how offshore wind turbines interfere with military radar and sonar. MAR-A-LAGO: The Secret Service neutralizes a shotgun-wielding intruder who breached the security perimeter at President Trump's Florida home. Where to find more about WMAL's morning show: Follow Podcasts on Apple Podcasts, Audible and Spotify Follow WMAL's "O'Connor and Company" on X: @WMALDC, @LarryOConnor, @JGunlock, @PatricePinkfile, and @HeatherHunterDC Facebook: WMALDC and Larry O'Connor Instagram: WMALDC Website: WMAL.com/OConnor-Company Episode: Monday, February 23, 2026 / 6 AM HourSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
In the 7 AM hour, Larry O’Connor and Bethany Mandel discussed: TARIFF RULING: Legal analyst Joe diGenova discusses the Supreme Court's 6-3 decision striking down President Trump's sweeping global tariffs. ICE PROTESTS: Students at Battlefield High School in Prince William County walk out to protest ICE but misspell their own school's name on signs. STUDENT SAFETY: A mother in Nebraska expresses outrage after her daughter was struck by an SUV while participating in an anti-ICE student protest. HOCKEY GOLD: Jack Hughes leads Team USA to an Olympic gold medal with a game-winning goal, followed by a celebratory call from President Trump. KASH PATEL: FBI Director Kash Patel faces social media backlash for celebrating with the USA Hockey team in the locker room following their win. Where to find more about WMAL's morning show: Follow Podcasts on Apple Podcasts, Audible and Spotify Follow WMAL's "O'Connor and Company" on X: @WMALDC, @LarryOConnor, @JGunlock, @PatricePinkfile, and @HeatherHunterDC Facebook: WMALDC and Larry O'Connor Instagram: WMALDC Website: WMAL.com/OConnor-Company Episode: Monday, February 23, 2026 / 7 AM HourSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
In the 8 AM hour, Larry O’Connor and Bethany Mandel discussed: CARTEL VIOLENCE: Violent clashes erupt in western Mexico after cartel leader "El Mencho" is killed, trapping American tourists in Puerto Vallarta. TOURISM SLUMP: The New York Times is mocked for a piece claiming U.S. tourism is declining due to "ICE violence" and border scrutiny. RICHMOND INSANITY: Virginia State Delegate Tom Garrett joins to discuss Democratic priorities in the General Assembly, including marijuana legalization. SOTU RESPONSE: Virginia Governor Abigail Spanberger is selected to deliver the official Democratic response to the State of the Union address. Where to find more about WMAL's morning show: Follow Podcasts on Apple Podcasts, Audible and Spotify Follow WMAL's "O'Connor and Company" on X: @WMALDC, @LarryOConnor, @JGunlock, @PatricePinkfile, and @HeatherHunterDC Facebook: WMALDC and Larry O'Connor Instagram: WMALDC Website: WMAL.com/OConnor-Company Episode: Monday, February 23, 2026 / 8 AM HourSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
WMAL GUEST: KEVIN MOONEY (Journalist and Author) on his new book, Climate Porn, and research showing how wind turbines compromise military radar and sonar systems along the East Coast, creating vulnerabilities for foreign adversaries to exploit. WEBSITE: Restoration-News.com READ: New Book Explores How Offshore Wind Undermines National Security READ: Climate Porn: How and Why Anti-Population Zealots Fabricate Science Where to find more about WMAL's morning show: Follow Podcasts on Apple Podcasts, Audible and Spotify Follow WMAL's "O'Connor and Company" on X: @WMALDC, @LarryOConnor, @JGunlock, @PatricePinkfile, and @HeatherHunterDC Facebook: WMALDC and Larry O'Connor Instagram: WMALDC Website: WMAL.com/OConnor-Company Episode: Monday, February 23, 2026 / 6 AM HourSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
WMAL GUEST: JOE DIGENOVA (Legal Analyst and Former U.S. Attorney for the District of Columbia) on the 6-3 Supreme Court ruling striking down President Trump's sweeping global tariffs and the resulting uncertainty for global trade markets. WEBSITE: diGenovaToensing.com READ: Supreme Court’s Tariff Ruling and Trump’s Immediate New Levies Add New Uncertainty in Global Trade Where to find more about WMAL's morning show: Follow Podcasts on Apple Podcasts, Audible and Spotify Follow WMAL's "O'Connor and Company" on X: @WMALDC, @LarryOConnor, @JGunlock, @PatricePinkfile, and @HeatherHunterDC Facebook: WMALDC and Larry O'Connor Instagram: WMALDC Website: WMAL.com/OConnor-Company Episode: Monday, February 23, 2026 / 7 AM HourSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
WMAL GUEST: TOM GARRETT (Virginia State Delegate, District 56) on the current legislative session in Richmond, Democratic priorities including gun limits and marijuana sales, and Governor Spanberger’s selection to deliver the Democratic SOTU response. WEBSITE: TomForDelegate.com SOCIAL MEDIA: X.com/GarrettInExile READ: Tom Garrett on Virginia's Radical Redistricting and Tax Hikes Where to find more about WMAL's morning show: Follow Podcasts on Apple Podcasts, Audible and Spotify Follow WMAL's "O'Connor and Company" on X: @WMALDC, @LarryOConnor, @JGunlock, @PatricePinkfile, and @HeatherHunterDC Facebook: WMALDC and Larry O'Connor Instagram: WMALDC Website: WMAL.com/OConnor-Company Episode: Monday, February 23, 2026 / 8 AM HourSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
In the 5 AM hour, Larry O’Connor and Patrice Onwuka discussed: WES MOORE: Governor Wes Moore is pressed by CNN on records debunking his story about his great-grandfather being "exiled" by the KKK. FAIRFAX MURDER: Outrage as a Fairfax judge accepts an insanity plea for Joshua Danehower, the killer of Gret Glyer. CROCKETT RACISM: Representative Jasmine Crockett claims Democratic primary opposition is using racially motivated attacks against her. SWALWELL MONEY: Hunter Biden’s "sugar brother" lawyer Kevin Morris donates heavily to Eric Swalwell’s California gubernatorial campaign. Where to find more about WMAL's morning show: Follow Podcasts on Apple Podcasts, Audible, and Spotify Follow WMAL's "O'Connor and Company" on X: @WMALDC, @LarryOConnor, @JGunlock, @PatricePinkfile, and @HeatherHunterDC Facebook: WMALDC and Larry O'Connor Instagram: WMALDC Website: WMAL.com/OConnor-Company See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
In the 6 AM hour, Larry O’Connor and Patrice Onwuka discussed: INSANITY PLEA: Sean Kennedy joins the show to discuss the failure of the justice system in the Fairfax DonorSee CEO murder case. LABOR SCANDAL: The Labor Secretary’s husband is barred from headquarters following allegations of sexual assault against staffers. POOPTOMAC: Mayor Muriel Bowser finally declares a local emergency regarding the massive Potomac sewage spill. CONTRACTOR SCRUTINY: Concerns rise over the contractor hired to fix the spill, who has a history of contaminating D.C. waterways. Where to find more about WMAL's morning show: Follow Podcasts on Apple Podcasts, Audible, and Spotify Follow WMAL's "O'Connor and Company" on X: @WMALDC, @LarryOConnor, @JGunlock, @PatricePinkfile, and @HeatherHunterDC Facebook: WMALDC and Larry O'Connor Instagram: WMALDC Website: WMAL.com/OConnor-Company Episode: Friday, February 20, 2026 / 6 AM HourSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
In the 7 AM hour, Larry O’Connor and Patrice Onwuka discussed: DECLASSIFICATION: President Trump orders the release of files related to UFOs and UAPs following comments by former President Obama. SCHOOL PROTESTS: Over 300 students at Woodbridge High School are suspended after an anti-ICE walkout. RADICAL ACTIVISM: Rhyen Staley joins to discuss the Sunrise Movement’s "political revolution" using K-12 students. DEMOCRATIC RESPONSE: Governor Abigail Spanberger is selected to deliver the Democratic response to the State of the Union address. Where to find more about WMAL's morning show: Follow Podcasts on Apple Podcasts, Audible, and Spotify Follow WMAL's "O'Connor and Company" on X: @WMALDC, @LarryOConnor, @JGunlock, @PatricePinkfile, and @HeatherHunterDC Facebook: WMALDC and Larry O'Connor Instagram: WMALDC Website: WMAL.com/OConnor-Company Episode: Friday, February 20, 2026 / 7 AM HourSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
In the 8 AM hour, Larry O’Connor and Patrice Onwuka discussed: HEALTH DISASTER: Dr. Marc Siegel discusses the hazardous E. coli levels in the Potomac River and the risk of gastrointestinal illness. ICE BAN: Governor Wes Moore signs legislation banning Maryland law enforcement from cooperating with ICE. CONTRACTING FRAUD: Luke Rosiak joins to break down how "Alaskan Native" firms in Virginia are vacuuming up billions in Pentagon contracts. OLYMPIC SLAY: Alysa Liu ends a 24-year drought for U.S. women’s figure skating by capturing individual gold in Milan. Where to find more about WMAL's morning show: Follow Podcasts on Apple Podcasts, Audible, and Spotify Follow WMAL's "O'Connor and Company" on X: @WMALDC, @LarryOConnor, @JGunlock, @PatricePinkfile, and @HeatherHunterDC Facebook: WMALDC and Larry O'Connor Instagram: WMALDC Website: WMAL.com/OConnor-Company Episode: Friday, February 20, 2026 / 8 AM HourSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
WMAL GUEST: SEAN KENNEDY (Virginians 4 Safer Communities) on a Fairfax County judge accepting an insanity plea for Joshua Danehower, the killer of charity CEO Gret Glyer, and the outrage from the victim’s family. WEBSITE: VirginiansForSafeCommunities.com SOCIAL MEDIA: X.com/VA4SafeComm READ: Judge Accepts Insanity Plea in Fairfax City Killing of Nonprofit CEO Gret Glyer Where to find more about WMAL's morning show: Follow Podcasts on Apple Podcasts, Audible, and Spotify Follow WMAL's "O'Connor and Company" on X: @WMALDC, @LarryOConnor, @JGunlock, @PatricePinkfile, and @HeatherHunterDC Facebook: WMALDC and Larry O'Connor Instagram: WMALDC Website: WMAL.com/OConnor-Company Episode: Friday, February 20, 2026 / 6 AM HourSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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