WMAL GUEST: KURT SCHLICHTER (Senior Columnist at Townhall, Lawyer, Army COL(R)) on his new book "Blue Flame," the escalation of domestic terror attacks, and the U.S. military's heavy bombing campaign against the Iranian regime.
FORTHCOMING BOOK: People's Republic: Blue Flame
SOCIAL MEDIA: X.com/KurtSchlichter

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Episode: Friday, March 13, 2026 / 8 AM Hour

WMAL GUEST: KURT SCHLICHTER (Senior Columnist at Townhall, Lawyer, Army COL(R)) on his new book "Blue Flame," the escalation of domestic terror attacks, and the U.S. military's heavy bombing campaign against the Iranian regime.
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<li>FORTHCOMING BOOK: <a href="https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/turkeyrobot/peoples-republic-blue-flame">People's Republic: Blue Flame</a></li>
<li>SOCIAL MEDIA:&nbsp;<a href="https://x.com/KurtSchlichter/">X.com/KurtSchlichter</a></li>
</ul>
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Episode: Friday, March 13, 2026 / 8 AM Hour

Enjoy O'Connor & Company from the nation's capital! Heard weekdays from 5am to 9am on WMAL in Washington, D.C.

Enjoy O'Connor &amp; Company from the nation's capital! Heard weekdays from 5am to 9am on WMAL in Washington, D.C.

O'Connor & Company

"O'Connor & Company" is Washington, D.C.'s popular morning-drive news-talk radio show on WMAL hosted by LARRY O'CONNOR with co-hosts JULIE GUNLOCK, PATRICE ONWUKA and executive producer HEATHER HUNTER. O’Connor and his team cover all of the top national and local news of the day, including interviews with top newsmakers in Washington, D.C. and around the country. The show airs weekdays in the Washington, D.C. area (DC, VA, MD, WV) from 5-9 AM EST on 105.9 FM, online at WMAL.com, on the WMAL App or on your Amazon Alexa. To join the conversation, check us out on Twitter check us out on Twitter @LarryOConnor @JGunlock @PatricePinkFile @HeatherHunterDC @WMALDC

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"O'Connor &amp; Company" is Washington, D.C.'s popular morning-drive news-talk radio show on WMAL hosted by LARRY O'CONNOR with co-hosts JULIE GUNLOCK, PATRICE ONWUKA and executive producer HEATHER HUNTER. O’Connor and his team cover all of the top national and local news of the day, including interviews with top newsmakers in Washington, D.C. and around the country. The show airs weekdays in the Washington, D.C. area (DC, VA, MD, WV) from 5-9 AM EST on 105.9 FM, online at <a href="http://www.wmal.com">WMAL.com</a>, on the <a href="https://www.wmal.com/listenlive/">WMAL App</a> or on your Amazon Alexa. To join the conversation, check us out on Twitter check us out on Twitter @LarryOConnor @JGunlock @PatricePinkFile @HeatherHunterDC @WMALDC<a href="https://www.cornerstonefirst.com/"></a>
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Kurt Schlichter on 'Blue Flame' and the Bombing Campaign in Iran

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: Backlash over reports that the Pentagon spent $6.9 million on lobster tails and $15.1 million on ribeye steaks during a "use-it-or-lose-it" spending spree.
MORALE VS. WASTE: Marine veteran Joey Jones defends the "surf and turf" meals as a critical morale booster for troops in combat zones.

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Website: WMAL.com/OConnor-Company

Episode: Friday, March 13, 2026 / 5 AM Hour

In the 5 AM hour, Larry O&rsquo;Connor and Patrice Onwuka discussed:
<ul>
<li>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.</li>
<li>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.</li>
<li>LOBSTERGATE: Backlash over reports that the Pentagon spent $6.9 million on lobster tails and $15.1 million on ribeye steaks during a "use-it-or-lose-it" spending spree.</li>
<li>MORALE VS. WASTE: Marine veteran Joey Jones defends the "surf and turf" meals as a critical morale booster for troops in combat zones.</li>
</ul>
Where to find more about WMAL's morning show:
<ul>
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</ul>
Episode: Friday, March 13, 2026 / 5 AM Hour

Michigan Synagogue and Old Dominion Terror Attacks, 'Lobstergate' Spending

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.
LOCAL CRIME: Police search for seven teenagers who cornered and stabbed a man in a bathroom at Wheaton Mall in Maryland.

Where to find more about WMAL's morning show:
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Website: WMAL.com/OConnor-Company

Episode: Friday, March 13, 2026 / 6 AM Hour

In the 6 AM hour, Larry O&rsquo;Connor and Patrice Onwuka discussed:
<ul>
<li>GUEST INTERVIEW: ADAM ZIMMERMAN: A local Hebrew school teacher shares his reaction to the targeted act of violence against the Jewish community in Michigan.</li>
<li>MOJTABA KHAMENEI: Iran's new Supreme Leader vows vengeance and refuses to reopen the Strait of Hormuz despite global pressure and ongoing air strikes.</li>
<li>OIL PRICES: Oil surges above $100 a barrel as the U.S. temporarily lifts sanctions on Russian oil to stabilize the market.</li>
<li>LOCAL CRIME: Police search for seven teenagers who cornered and stabbed a man in a bathroom at Wheaton Mall in Maryland.</li>
</ul>
Where to find more about WMAL's morning show:
<ul>
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</ul>
Episode: Friday, March 13, 2026 / 6 AM Hour

Adam Zimmerman, Iran's New Supreme Leader, Wheaton Mall Stabbing

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 Sheriff cancels the county's agreement with ICE.
FAIRFAX "TRUST": A local mother demands changes to the "Trust Policy" after her daughter was allegedly murdered by an illegal immigrant with a violent criminal history.

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Website: WMAL.com/OConnor-Company

Episode: Friday, March 13, 2026 / 7 AM Hour

In the 7 AM hour, Larry O&rsquo;Connor and Patrice Onwuka discussed:
<ul>
<li>GUEST INTERVIEW: TIM STEWART: The U.S. Oil &amp; Gas Association President breaks down the "largest supply disruption" in history and the plan for naval escorts in the Strait of Hormuz.</li>
<li>MORNING ROUTINES: Supermodel Cindy Crawford is "roasted" online for her 2.5-hour morning routine featuring red light therapy and a fabulous oceanfront view.</li>
<li>JULI BRISKMAN: The Loudoun Supervisor proposes freezing pay raises for deputies until the Sheriff cancels the county's agreement with ICE.</li>
<li>FAIRFAX "TRUST": A local mother demands changes to the "Trust Policy" after her daughter was allegedly murdered by an illegal immigrant with a violent criminal history.</li>
</ul>
Where to find more about WMAL's morning show:
<ul>
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Episode: Friday, March 13, 2026 / 7 AM Hour

Kurt Schlichter on 'Blue Flame' and the Bombing Campaign in Iran

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