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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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25:13

KT McFarland, Michelle Obama’s Podcast Gripes, Don...

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2026/01/23

In the 8 AM hour, Larry O'Connor and Bethany Mandel discussed: KT MCFARLAND: Discussing Trump’s Davos framework and Gavin Newsom’s mockery of the Greenland proposal. MICHELLE’S WHINE: Michelle Obama complains about the press obsessing over her clothes while promoting her media projects. LEMON LOGIC: Don Lemon gets corrected by a citizen after claiming a misdemeanor is "not a crime." MANZUR MELTDOWN: New Hampshire Democrat Karishma Manzur has a total meltdown over her past

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9:36

Sheriff Chuck Jenkins on Annapolis Lawmakers'...

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2026/01/23

WMAL GUEST: CHUCK JENKINS (Frederick County Sheriff) on Democrats in Annapolis targeting ICE and his decision to run for a sixth term as Sheriff. READ: Jenkins Files for Re-Election READ: Maryland Democrats Push ICE Breaker Act 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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9:21

Sarah Parshall Perry on Virginia's Radical Shift in...

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2026/01/23

WMAL GUEST: SARAH PARSHALL PERRY (Vice President of Defending Education) on Virginia’s new social science standards prioritizing "marginalized histories" over core history. SOCIAL MEDIA:@SarahPPerry READ: History Curriculum Shift in Virginia 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

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9:41

KT McFarland on Trump’s Davos Deal for Greenland

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2026/01/23

WMAL GUEST: KT MCFARLAND (Former Deputy National Security Advisor) on President Trump’s arrival at the World Economic Forum and the framework for an Arctic security deal. SOCIAL MEDIA:@realKTMcFarland BOOK: REVOLUTION 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:

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32:53

Vance Baby News, Maryland Redistricting Fight,...

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2026/01/22

In the 5 AM hour, Larry O'Connor and Bethany Mandel discussed: VANCE BABY: Celebrating the news that Second Lady Usha Vance is pregnant with her fourth child. REDISTRICTING: The Maryland Redistricting Advisory Commission’s move to redraw congressional maps in an effort to flip Republican seats. SAVE ACT: Senator Chuck Grassley’s surprising opposition to the voter integrity bill requiring proof of citizenship. Where to find more about WMAL's morning show: Follow Podcasts on

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29:14

Cal Thomas, Suburban Mom Converted to MAGA, Woke...

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2026/01/22

In the 6 AM hour, Larry O'Connor and Bethany Mandel discussed: CAL THOMAS: Analyzing Trump's agenda for his second term and the Greenland proposal. MOM FLIP: CNN’s report on a suburban mother who flipped from Biden to Trump, declaring he was "right about everything." ICE DEBATE: Highlighting misinformation regarding the history of ICE raids. HOMESCHOOL WOKE: The Well-Trained Mind curriculum faces criticism for a move toward "woke" content. MARKLE CANCELED: Netflix reportedly drops

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27:17

Phil Wegmann, Minnesota Subpoenas, Anti-ICE Protests,...

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2026/01/22

In the 7 AM hour, Larry O'Connor and Bethany Mandel discussed: PHIL WEGMANN: Reflecting on the anniversary of Trump’s Inauguration and his arrival at the World Economic Forum. MINNESOTA PROBE: DOJ and FBI serving subpoenas to Tim Walz and Minnesota officials over ICE obstruction. SANCTUARY DANGER: Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem warns of arrests following an anti-ICE protest in St. Paul. MOCO MASK BAN: Montgomery County leaders propose bills to limit ICE access and ban law

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26:53

Nile Gardiner, Scott Wyatt, Trans Candidate, Macron's...

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2026/01/22

In the 8 AM hour, Larry O'Connor and Bethany Mandel discussed: NILE GARDINER: Breaking down Trump's trip to Davos and the tensions surrounding Greenland. SCOTT WYATT: Discussing the legislative push by Virginia Democrats in Richmond. TRANS CANDIDATE: Transgender service member Col. Bree Fram launches a bid for Congress in Northern Virginia. MACRON EYEWEAR: French President Emmanuel Macron draws ridicule for wearing aviator sunglasses indoors at the Davos summit. BEAST MODE: Treasury

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8:08

Cal Thomas on Greenland, Trump's Second Term, and DHS...

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2026/01/22

WMAL GUEST: CAL THOMAS (Syndicated Columnist) on Greenland, Trump's second-term agenda, and the federal investigation into Minnesota officials. READ: Greenland and Trump/Newsom in Davos SOCIAL MEDIA: Follow Cal Thomas on X: @CalThomas 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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8:10

Phil Wegmann on Trump’s Inauguration Anniversary and...

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2026/01/22

WMAL GUEST: PHIL WEGMANN (White House Reporter at Real Clear Politics) on the one-year anniversary of the Trump Inauguration and the President's trip to the World Economic Forum. SOCIAL MEDIA:@PhilipWegmann READ: Phil's Reports at RealClearPolitics 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

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9:02

Nile Gardiner on Trump's Davos Trip and Tensions Over...

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2026/01/22

WMAL GUEST: NILE GARDINER (Director of the Margaret Thatcher Center for Freedom) on President Trump's arrival at the World Economic Forum and the friction with European leaders over Greenland. READ: Trump to Address Davos Forum SOCIAL MEDIA: Follow Nile Gardiner on X: @NileGardiner 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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9:34

Delegate Scott Wyatt on the Political Insanity in...

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2026/01/22

WMAL GUEST: SCOTT WYATT (Virginia Delegate & GOP Caucus Chair) on the wave of radical legislation introduced by Democrats in the General Assembly. SOCIAL MEDIA: @VoteScottWyatt READ: Democratic Bills in Virginia 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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32:09

Trump Team in Miami, Don Lemon Church Invasion,...

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2026/01/20

In the 5 AM hour, Larry O'Connor and Cassie Smedile discussed: STARS TURN OUT: Secretary of State Marco Rubio, Dana White, and the Trump family celebrate the Hoosiers' National Title win in Miami. CHURCH PROTEST: The DOJ investigates a mob's disruption of a St. Paul church service documented by Don Lemon, as Keith Ellison justifies the protesters. DAVOS 2026: President Trump doubles down on Greenland ambitions as he prepares to meet global CEOs at the World Economic Forum. MEDIA BIAS: A look

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29:15

Jonathan Fahey, Ms. Rachel’s Childcare Push, Iran's...

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2026/01/20

In the 6 AM hour, Larry O'Connor and Cassie Smedile discussed: ICE RESCISSION: Jonathan Fahey breaks down the security implications of Governor Spanberger rescinding the order for law enforcement to cooperate with ICE. MS. RACHEL & MAMDANI: YouTube star Ms. Rachel joins Socialist Mayor Zohran Mamdani to promote universal childcare in NYC as Trump tightens federal funding oversight. IRAN MASSACRE: The death toll in Iran surges to over 3,300 as the regime implements a "filternet plus"

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28:50

Daniel Turner, Trump in Miami, Maryland Sphere Venue

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2026/01/20

In the 7 AM hour, Larry O'Connor and Cassie Smedile discussed: UTILITY SURGE: Daniel Turner explains why Virginia's reentry into the Regional Greenhouse Gas Initiative (RGGI) will spike electricity bills for residents. TRUMP TEAM MIAMI: President Trump receives a thunderous reception at the National Championship game in Miami alongside Ivanka and Kai Trump. DAVOS BOUND: The President heads to Davos this week to meet global leaders while doubling down on his Greenland ambitions. HOOSIER

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28:02

John Lott, Mark Fisher, Michelle Obama’s Racism,...

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2026/01/20

In the 8 AM hour, Larry O'Connor and Cassie Smedile discussed: GUN RIGHTS: John Lott discusses the Supreme Court taking up a Hawaii case on whether guns can be banned on private property by default. ANNAPOLIS INSANITY: Maryland Delegate Mark Fisher breaks down the latest from the General Assembly, including the "ICE Breaker Act" and the electricity needs for the National Harbor Sphere. ELITE RACISM: Michelle Obama faces criticism for comments about choosing fashion designers based on race and

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8:04

Jonathan Fahey on Gov. Spanberger’s Repeal of the ICE...

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2026/01/20

WMAL GUEST: JONATHAN FAHEY (Attorney and Former Acting Director of ICE) on Virginia’s Move to Rescind Cooperation Between Law Enforcement and ICE SOCIAL MEDIA: @JonforFairfax 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

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10:22

Daniel Turner on Gov. Spanberger Rejoining the...

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2026/01/20

WMAL GUEST: DANIEL TURNER (Founder and Executive Director of Power the Future) on Virginia Rejoining RGGI and the Impact on Utility Bills SOCIAL MEDIA: @DanielTurnerPTF WEBSITE: PowerTheFuture.com 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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9:14

John Lott on Supreme Court Hearing Arguments on Guns...

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2026/01/20

WMAL GUEST: JOHN LOTT (President of the Crime Prevention Research Center) on the Supreme Court Reviewing Hawaii's Law Restricting Guns on Private Property SOCIAL MEDIA: @JohnRLottJr WEBSITE: Crime Prevention Research Center 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:

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10:48

Mark Fisher on Insanity in Annapolis and the Maryland...

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2026/01/20

WMAL GUEST: MARK FISHER (Maryland State Delegate) on the Maryland General Assembly, the "ICE Breaker Act," and Powering the New Sphere Venue SOCIAL MEDIA: @Fisher4Maryland WEBSITE: MarkFisherForDelegate.com 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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