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O"Connor & Company

WMAL | Cumulus Media Washington

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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30:13

The Storm That Fizzled, China's 2020 Meddling,...

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2026/03/17

In the 5 AM hour, Larry O'Connor and Cassie Smedile discussed: WEATHER FIZZLE: A deep dive into why Monday's predicted "severe storm outbreak" failed to materialize, with meteorologist Matthew Cappucci admitting he had doubts the night before. JASMINE CROCKETT: Rep. Jasmine Crockett defends her security guard who was killed in a police standoff, despite revelations he was a wanted fugitive impersonating a federal agent with stolen plates and fake uniforms. 2020 MEDDLING: Explosive reports that the

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27:28

Bill Alexander, Duffy's Trucker Crackdown, Fairfax...

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2026/03/17

In the 6 AM hour, Larry O'Connor and Cassie Smedile discussed: TRUCKER CRACKDOWN: Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy implements a new rule stripping 200,000 migrant truck drivers of their commercial licenses to ensure English proficiency and safety on the road. FAIRFAX GROPER: Parents at Fairfax High School express fury after an adult illegal immigrant student is charged with groping a dozen girls in school hallways throughout the entire school year. BILL ALEXANDER: NLEOMF CEO Bill Alexander joins

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28:13

Paul Teller, Stephanie Lundquist-Arora, Exodus of...

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2026/03/17

In the 7 AM hour, Larry O'Connor and Cassie Smedile discussed: PAUL TELLER: Longtime Capitol Hill veteran Paul Teller discusses the procedural hurdles for the SAVE Act and the pressure on Senate leadership to act. WAPO EXODUS: Left-wing journalists, including Dana Milbank, flee the Washington Post for a new nonprofit outlet called "NOTUS," prompting a viral reaction from President Trump. STEPHANIE LUNDQUIST-ARORA: The Fairfax mom and Independent Women's Network leader provides exclusive details on

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25:23

Chuck Thies, Severe Weather Letdown, Iran, Trump...

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2026/03/17

In the 8 AM Hour: Larry O’Connor and Cassie Smedile discussed: INTERVIEW: CHUCK THIES: DC political analyst on the proposed congestion tax in Washington, D.C. by council member Janeese Lewis George. STORMS THAT NEVER WERE: Predictions of severe weather across the DMV yesterday fell short. IRAN UPDATE: Israel says it killed Iran’s top security leader as Tehran targets US embassy in Baghdad. TRUMP THOUGHTS:President Trump shares his feelings on the new Ayatollah in Iran and the latest

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7:55

Bill Alexander on Law Enforcement Appreciation and...

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2026/03/17

WMAL GUEST: BILL ALEXANDER (CEO, National Law Enforcement Officers Memorial Fund) on the Wizards Law Enforcement Appreciation Night this Thursday and the "Pathways in Criminal Justice" career fair series designed to bolster officer recruitment. WEBSITE: NLEOMF.org EVENT: Washington Wizards First Responders Night EVENT: Pathways in Criminal Justice Career Fair Where to find more about WMAL's morning show: Follow Podcasts on Apple Podcasts, Audible, and Spotify Follow WMAL's "O'Connor and Company"

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9:44

Paul Teller on the SAVE Act and Senate Stalemate

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2026/03/17

WMAL GUEST: PAUL TELLER (Executive Director of Advancing American Freedom) on the strategic fight to pass the SAVE America Act, the potential for filibuster workarounds, and whether Vice President J.D. Vance will be needed for a tie-breaking vote. READ: House Republicans Ratchet Up Senate Pressure on SAVE Act SOCIAL MEDIA: X.com/AmericanFreedom 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,

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12:01

Stephanie Lundquist-Arora on the Fairfax High School...

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2026/03/17

WMAL GUEST: STEPHANIE LUNDQUIST-ARORA (Fairfax mother and leader of the county's Independent Women’s Network chapter) on the illegal immigrant student charged with nine counts of assault after allegedly groping a dozen girls in school hallways. READ MORE:Fairfax County’s Leaders Protect Adult Illegal Immigrants at the Peril of Students SOCIAL MEDIA: X.com/IWN Where to find more about WMAL's morning show: Follow Podcasts on Apple Podcasts, Audible, and Spotify Follow WMAL's "O'Connor

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8:46

Chuck Thies on the Political Push for a DC Congestion...

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2026/03/17

WMAL GUEST: CHUCK THIES (DC Political Analyst) on the socialist DC mayoral candidate advocating for a $10 congestion tax to enter the District and Mayor Muriel Bowser’s rejection of the "tax scheme." READ: Mayor Bowser says charging $10 to drive into DC is a ‘bad idea’ 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

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27:25

Megyn Kelly vs. Mark Levin, Google News Bias, 'Nazi...

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2026/03/16

In the 5 AM hour, Larry O'Connor and Bethany Mandel discussed:: TUCKER & MEGYN: Tucker Carlson's alleged backchannel foreign policy with Iran and President Trump defending Mark Levin against vicious attacks from Megyn Kelly. MEDIA BIAS: New MRC data showing only 2% of Google News' top stories in February came from right-leaning media. GRAHAM PLATNER: Maine Senate hopeful Graham Platner backtracks on his apology for a "Nazi skull" tattoo, now calling it "eminently reasonable." NAVY YARD: Chaos

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27:10

Lt. Gen. Bob Wood, Kharg Island Raid, U.S. Flag Over...

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2026/03/16

In the 6 AM hour, Larry O'Connor and Bethany Mandel discussed: INTERVIEW: LT. GEN. BOB WOOD: The CEO of American Veterans Vote on the redistricting battles in Virginia. OPERATION EPIC FURY: Details of the massive bombing raid on Iran's Kharg Island and Trump's call for China to help secure the Strait of Hormuz. VENEZUELA: A new chapter as the American flag is raised at the U.S. Embassy in Caracas for the first time in seven years following the capture of Nicolás Maduro. OIL MARKETS: Kevin

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28:40

Joe diGenova, Severe Storm Alerts, Pokemon Go AI Dataset

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2026/03/16

In the 7 AM hour, Larry O'Connor and Bethany Mandel discussed: INTERVIEW: JOE DIGENOVA: Legal analyst Joe diGenova on youth crime in Navy Yard and the legal blockade protecting Jerome Powell from investigation. SEVERE WEATHER: A rare Level 4 "moderate" risk storm outlook for D.C., with tornadoes, hurricane-force winds, and hail possible through the afternoon. GENDER-NEUTRAL MD: Maryland Lt. Governor Aruna Miller testifies in favor of stripping gendered language from the state constitution. POKEMON

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25:39

Mark Fisher, Behnam Ben Taleblu, Oscars 2026, Potomac...

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2026/03/16

In the 8 AM hour, Larry O'Connor and Bethany Mandel discussed: INTERVIEW: MD DEL. MARK FISHER: The latest updates on the Annapolis legislative session and the fight against "MeatOut Day." INTERVIEW: BEHNAM BEN TALEBLU: A deep dive into the Iran strategy and the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz. OSCARS RECAP: A review of the 98th Academy Awards, including One Battle After Another taking Best Picture and Michael B. Jordan winning Best Actor for Sinners. POTOMAC RIVER: Lee Zeldin's latest report on

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6:08

Lt. Gen. Bob Wood on the Virginia Redistricting Battle

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2026/03/16

WMAL GUEST: LT. GEN. BOB WOOD (CEO of American Veterans Vote) on the high-stakes redistricting effort in Virginia and the role of veteran advocacy in ensuring fair maps. WEBSITE: AVVAction.org TOPIC: Discussing the strategic and political implications of the redistricting effort across the Commonwealth. 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,

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10:31

Joe diGenova on the Navy Yard 'Takeover' and the...

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2026/03/16

WMAL GUEST: JOE DIGENOVA (Legal Analyst and Former U.S. Attorney for D.C.) on the latest "teen takeover" violence in D.C.'s Navy Yard and a federal judge quashing the DOJ's criminal probe into Fed Chair Jerome Powell. READ: Two teens arrested after robberies, assaults and shot fired as 200 flood Navy Yard READ: Court blocks probe of Fed Chair Jerome Powell, DOJ to appeal Where to find more about WMAL's morning show: Follow Podcasts on Apple Podcasts, Audible, and Spotify Follow WMAL's "O'Connor

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10:36

Maryland Del. Mark Fisher on Gender-Neutral...

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2026/03/16

WMAL GUEST: MD DEL. MARK FISHER on the Maryland General Assembly's push to replace masculine pronouns in the state constitution with gender-neutral language and Governor Moore's controversial "MeatOut Day" proclamation. READ: MD HOUSE BILL 1488 - Constitutional Language Modernization SOCIAL MEDIA: X.com/Fisher4Maryland 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,

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7:40

Behnam Ben Taleblu on the Kharg Island Strike and the...

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2026/03/16

WMAL GUEST: BEHNAM BEN TALEBLU (Senior Director, FDD's Iran Program) on the strategic impact of the U.S. bombing raid on Kharg Island and the emerging "Hormuz Coalition" to reopen the Strait. SOCIAL MEDIA: FDD on X: Behnam Ben Taleblu on Iran Strategy TOPIC: Analyzing the total destruction of military targets in Iran's "crown jewel" and the potential for U.S. boots on the ground at oil depots. Where to find more about WMAL's morning show: Follow Podcasts on Apple Podcasts, Audible, and Spotify

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30:10

Michigan Synagogue and Old Dominion Terror Attacks,...

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2026/03/13

In the 5 AM hour, Larry O’Connor and Patrice Onwuka discussed: MICHIGAN ATTACK: A suspect identified as a naturalized citizen from Lebanon rammed his vehicle into a West Bloomfield synagogue; security guards are being hailed as heroes for stopping the threat. ODU SHOOTING: A deadly attack at Old Dominion University carried out by Mohamed Jalloh, a former National Guard member with previous ISIS ties; a heroic ROTC cadet reportedly stopped the shooter by fatally stabbing him. LOBSTERGATE:

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31:45

Adam Zimmerman, Iran's New Supreme Leader, Wheaton...

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2026/03/13

In the 6 AM hour, Larry O’Connor and Patrice Onwuka discussed: GUEST INTERVIEW: ADAM ZIMMERMAN: A local Hebrew school teacher shares his reaction to the targeted act of violence against the Jewish community in Michigan. MOJTABA KHAMENEI: Iran's new Supreme Leader vows vengeance and refuses to reopen the Strait of Hormuz despite global pressure and ongoing air strikes. OIL PRICES: Oil surges above $100 a barrel as the U.S. temporarily lifts sanctions on Russian oil to stabilize the market

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28:57

Tim Stewart, Cindy Crawford’s Routine, Loudoun’s ICE...

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2026/03/13

In the 7 AM hour, Larry O’Connor and Patrice Onwuka discussed: GUEST INTERVIEW: TIM STEWART: The U.S. Oil & Gas Association President breaks down the "largest supply disruption" in history and the plan for naval escorts in the Strait of Hormuz. MORNING ROUTINES: Supermodel Cindy Crawford is "roasted" online for her 2.5-hour morning routine featuring red light therapy and a fabulous oceanfront view. JULI BRISKMAN: The Loudoun Supervisor proposes freezing pay raises for deputies until the

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27:50

Lt. Col. Tony Shaffer, Kurt Schlichter, Maryland’s...

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2026/03/13

In the 8 AM hour, Larry O’Connor and Patrice Onwuka discussed: GUEST INTERVIEW: LT. COL. TONY SHAFFER: Intelligence expert Lt. Col. Tony Shaffer analyzes the recent wave of terror attacks and the risk of domestic sleeper cells. GUEST INTERVIEW: KURT SCHLICHTER: Kurt Schlichter discusses his latest thriller "Blue Flame" and why the U.S. must maintain "overwhelming strength" against Iran. MEATOUT DAY: Governor Wes Moore declares March 20 "MeatOut Day" in Maryland, drawing sharp criticism from

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