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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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30:49

Storm Stats, School Closings, Kathy Hochul’s ICE...

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2026/01/27

In the 5 AM hour, Larry O'Connor and Cassie Smedile discussed: STORM TRACKER: A deep freeze follows a winter blast that brought up to 9 inches of snow and sleet to the DMV region. DEEP FREEZE CLOSURES: A massive list of school closings across DC, Maryland, and Virginia as temperatures plummet to near zero. HOCHUL'S HUBRIS: New York Governor Kathy Hochul refuses DHS assistance during the storm, demanding that ICE "back off" instead. INCITEMENT WATCH: Minnesota Governor Tim Walz is under fire

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31:00

Ellen Kamilakis, Pretti Shooting Review, Anti-ICE...

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2026/01/27

In the 6 AM hour, Larry O'Connor and Cassie Smedile discussed: NORTHERN VA ROADS: VDOT's Ellen Kamilakis joins the show to discuss road conditions and winter response efforts. SHOOTING REVIEW: President Trump says the administration is reviewing everything regarding the fatal shooting of Alex Pretti, who brought a gun and extra ammo to the Minneapolis scene. SIGNAL SURVEILLANCE: Infiltration of anti-ICE Signal groups reveals an organized operation to doxx and harass federal agents in

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29:59

Kevin Roberts, Charlie Gischlar, Joe diGenova, and...

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2026/01/27

In the 7 AM hour, Larry O'Connor and Cassie Smedile discussed: MINNESOTA CHAOS: Kevin Roberts and Joe diGenovaweigh in on the war against ICE and the highly organized anti-enforcement "operations" in Minneapolis. FREEWAY FRIGIDITY: Charlie Gischlar provides a status report on Maryland road conditions after a weekend storm dumped up to 9 inches across the region. SNOWY POLITICS: New York Mayor Zohran Mamdani attempts to look like a man of the people by shoveling snow in Brooklyn, sparking a

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26:12

Erika Donalds, Tom Garrett, and the Shuttering of the...

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2026/01/27

In the 8 AM hour, Larry O'Connor and Cassie Smedile discussed: SCHOOL FREEDOM: Erika Donalds breaks down the Trump administration's Education Savings Account wins and the launch of National School Choice Week. RICHMOND RECKONING: Virginia Delegate Tom Garrett exposes the Democrats' mid-decade redistricting shenanigans and their vote for a massive legislative pay raise. MEDIA MELTDOWN: Rumors swirl that Jeff Bezos is considering slashing the foreign desk and shuttering the sports section at the

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7:00

Ellen Kamilakis on Road Conditions and Winter Storm...

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2026/01/27

WMAL GUEST: ELLEN KAMILAKIS (VDOT Spokesperson) on the status of snow removal efforts across Northern Virginia and the impact of the deep freeze on local travel. SOCIAL MEDIA: @VaDOTNOVA 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:

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9:13

Joe diGenova on the War on ICE and the Minneapolis...

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2026/01/27

WMAL GUEST: JOE DIGENOVA (Legal Analyst and former U.S. Attorney) on the legal battle between Minnesota officials and federal agents following the second deadly shooting in Minneapolis. READ: Trump ‘Reviewing Everything’ Following Minneapolis Shooting 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:

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6:24

Charlie Gischlar on Snow Removal Operations and...

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2026/01/27

WMAL GUEST: CHARLIE GISCHLAR (Maryland State Highway Administration Spokesperson) on the ongoing efforts to clear Maryland highways following the weekend's significant snowfall. SOCIAL MEDIA: @MDSHA READ: Current Maryland Road Conditions 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

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10:49

Kevin Roberts on the War on ICE and the Globalist...

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2026/01/27

WMAL GUEST: DR. KEVIN ROBERTS (Heritage Foundation President) on Minnesota's obstruction of federal immigration enforcement and his thoughts on President Trump's high-stakes trip to the Davos summit. SOCIAL MEDIA: @KevinRobertsTX BOOK: Dawn's Early Light: Taking Back Washington to Save America 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,

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9:08

Erika Donalds on School Choice Week and the Future of...

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2026/01/27

WMAL GUEST: ERIKA DONALDS (America First Policy Institute Chair of Education Opportunity) on National School Choice Week and the historic expansion of educational freedom under the Trump administration. SOCIAL MEDIA: @ErikaDonalds READ: The Federal Education Tax Credit Tracker 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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9:36

Tom Garrett on Virginia Redistricting Shenanigans and...

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2026/01/27

WMAL GUEST: TOM GARRETT (Virginia Delegate, 56th District) on the Democrats' redistricting scheme and the controversial 100% pay raises being voted on in Richmond. SOCIAL MEDIA: @TomGarrettVA READ: Virginia Democrats Schedule April 21 Redistricting Special 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

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29:20

Winter Storm Prep, Housing Affordability,...

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2026/01/23

In the 5 AM hour, Larry O'Connor and Patrice Onwuka discussed: STORM PREP: Local grocery stores, including Trader Joe's, are seeing empty shelves as the D.C. region prepares for a massive winter storm. CAPITOL HILL: Recapping Patrice Onwuka’s testimony before the House Oversight Committee on the housing crisis and rolling back red tape. WHITE WITCH: Conservatives brand Virginia Gov. Abigail Spanberger the "White Witch" after she immediately rescinded Youngkin’s order requiring law

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27:28

ICE Debunks Misinformation, JD Vance in Minnesota,...

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2026/01/23

In the 6 AM hour, Larry O'Connor and Patrice Onwuka discussed: MEDIA CLAIMS DEBUNKED: Examining media claims that ICE detained a five-year-old in Minnesota, which DHS later clarified was a case of parental abandonment. VANCE IN MN: Vice President JD Vance visits Minneapolis to show support for federal agents following radical church protests. BETHESDA SQUATTER: Accused squatter Tamieka Goode is found guilty after taking over a $2.3 million home in an affluent Montgomery County neighborhood.

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28:25

Marjorie Dannenfelser, Abe Abich, Marco Rubio’s Nanny...

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2026/01/23

In the 7 AM hour, Larry O'Connor and Patrice Onwuka discussed: MARJORIE DANNENFELSER: The Susan B. Anthony Pro-Life America President joins the show to discuss today’s March for Life and the major NIH policy shift. ABE ABICH: Financial expert Abe Abich on why gold is nearing $5,000 and how to strengthen your retirement savings during economic turbulence. JACK SMITH HEARING: Rep. Brandon Gill grills Jack Smith over the subpoenas of phone records for Republican lawmakers. MULTI-HATTING:

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25:50

Rep. Scott Fitzgerald, Virginia 'Chains' Controversy,...

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2026/01/23

In the 8 AM hour, Larry O'Connor and Patrice Onwuka discussed: SCOTT FITZGERALD: The Wisconsin Representative joins to discuss his confrontation with Jack Smith over the former special counsel's appointment. VIRGINIA INSANITY: Democrat Del. Marcia Price claims Republicans will bring back slavery without redistricting, stating, "some of us would be in chains." TAX HIKE: Analyzing HB 979 and HB 378, which could combine to give Virginia a staggering 13.8% top tax rate. SNOW TALK: Final thoughts

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10:08

Marjorie Dannenfelser on March for Life and NIH Fetal...

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2026/01/23

WMAL GUEST: MARJORIE DANNENFELSER (President of Susan B. Anthony Pro-Life America) on today’s March for Life rally in D.C. and the Trump administration’s immediate halt to NIH-funded research involving human fetal tissue READ: Vance to Headline March for Life SOCIAL MEDIA: @MarjorieSBA 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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9:34

Abe Abich on This Year's Economic Outlook and...

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2026/01/23

WMAL GUEST: ABE ABICH (Founder/CEO of Abich Financial Services) on navigating retirement hurdles in 2026, including elevated prices, Social Security uncertainty, and a record wave of retiring Baby Boomers. WEBSITE:Abich Financial Services SOCIAL MEDIA: @AbeAbich 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:

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6:45

Rep. Scott Fitzgerald on His Exchange With Jack Smith

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2026/01/23

WMAL GUEST: REP. SCOTT FITZGERALD (R-WI) on his exchange with former Special Counsel Jack Smith regarding his selection process and ties to Biden DOJ officials SOCIAL MEDIA:@RepFitzgerald WEBSITE: Fitzgerald.House.gov 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

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31:45

Meal Simulations, Favorite Childhood Shows, Ms....

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2026/01/23

In the 5 AM hour, Larry O'Connor and Bethany Mandel discussed: CHILDHOOD CLASSICS: Reflecting on the favorite shows and movies that defined their upbringing. MEAL CHALLENGE: Analyzing Brooke Rollins’ claim that Americans can eat for $3 a meal or $15.64 a day. CHEF’S VIEW: Chef Andrew Gruel breaks down the real-world costs of a basic daily menu. MS. RACHEL: The YouTube star’s tearful apology after "accidentally" liking an antisemitic post. Where to find more about WMAL's

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28:08

Greenland Deal, Spanberger’s VMI Board Pick, Brooklyn...

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2026/01/23

In the 6 AM hour, Larry O'Connor and Bethany Mandel discussed: GREENLAND FRAMEWORK: Trump announces a future deal with NATO’s Mark Rutte, dropping tariff threats while beefing up Arctic security. VMI CONTROVERSY: Governor Abigail Spanberger appoints Ralph Northam to the VMI Board of Visitors despite her previous "bigot" labeling. FAMILY FRACTURE: Bethany Mandel’s new column on Brooklyn Beckham and the quiet danger of overexposed childhoods. VICTORIA SPEAKS: Victoria Beckham ends

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29:48

Sheriff Chuck Jenkins, Sarah Parshall Perry, Snow Prep

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2026/01/23

In the 7 AM hour, Larry O'Connor and Bethany Mandel discussed: CHUCK JENKINS: The Frederick County Sheriff joins the show to discuss the anti-ICE agenda in Annapolis and his reelection bid. SNOW PREP: Washington Post warns of one of the area's biggest winter storms in a decade. SARAH PARSHALL PERRY: Analyzing the radical shift in Virginia's history curriculum away from core facts. DAVOS CRITIQUE: Citadel CEO Ken Griffin rips the previous administration’s economic handling at the WEF.

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