O'Connor & Company

In the 5 AM hour, Larry O’Connor and Alex Swoyer discussed: ASH WEDNESDAY: Long lines for ashes in New York City and Mayor Mamdani’s snub of the new bishop. LEGAL NEWS: Alex Swoyer on her new book "Lawless Lawfare" and the legal landscape facing the Trump administration. TARIFFF DECISION: Anticipation for the Supreme Court's upcoming ruling on President Trump’s tariffs. VOTING RIGHTS: How upcoming SCOTUS decisions on the Voting Rights Act could reshape the U.S. election landscape. SAVE ACT: Senator Mike Lee compares the SAVE America Act filibuster to the debate over the 1964 Civil Rights Act. PAM BONDI: The Attorney General’s efforts to revive cases against James Comey and Letitia James despite previous dismissals. GUTHRIE CASE: Pima County Sheriff Chris Nanos pleads with the suspect in the disappearance of Nancy Guthrie to "just let her go." ILLEGAL IMMIGRATION: A federal judge rules that Maryland resident Kilmar Abrego Garcia cannot be re-detained despite human smuggling indictments. 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: Thursday, February 19, 2026 / 5 AM Hour

In the 6 AM hour, Larry O’Connor and Alex Swoyer discussed: BALTIMORE SCHOOLS: Graduation rates in Baltimore hit a 14-year low despite record funding reaching $2 billion. PROTESTS: Baltimore students walk out of classes to join anti-ICE protests while failing academic metrics. VIRGINIA EXODUS: Boeing shifts its Defense, Space and Security HQ back to St. Louis, leaving Arlington under the Spanberger administration. CRIME: The arrest of an illegal alien rapist in Richmond following the Governor’s order to end cooperation with ICE. ICE AGREEMENTS: Governor Spanberger terminates 287(g) agreements, focusing state resources away from federal immigration enforcement. GERRYMANDERING: Delegate Dan Helmer runs for a newly drawn congressional seat he played a key role in creating. RNC LAWSUIT: The Republican National Committee sues to stop Virginia Democrats from moving forward with a deceptively worded 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: Thursday, February 19, 2026 / 6 AM Hour

In the 7 AM hour, Larry O’Connor and Alex Swoyer discussed: FAILURE FACTORY: Chris Papst joins the show to discuss the systemic failure of Baltimore City Public Schools. PRINCE ANDREW: The arrest of Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor on suspicion of misconduct in public office following new Epstein file revelations. JUDICIAL LEGACY: James Rosen joins to discuss his new book on Justice Antonin Scalia and the first half of his tenure on the Supreme Court. 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: Thursday, February 19, 2026 / 7 AM Hour

In the 8 AM hour, Larry O’Connor and Alex Swoyer discussed: MIDDLE EAST: KT McFarland joins to discuss U.S. military moves regarding Iran and the first meeting of the President's "Board of Peace." U2: Bono releases a surprise "Days of Ash" EP featuring a controversial tribute to anti-ICE activist Renee Good. POOPTOMAC: DC Water management faces scrutiny over a DEI-focused culture as the Potomac sewage spill becomes the largest in U.S. history. WHITE HOUSE: Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt spars with reporters over the federal response to the sewage crisis and Governor Wes Moore’s demands. 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: Thursday, February 19, 2026 / 8 AM Hour

WMAL GUEST: CHRIS PAPST (Investigative Reporter and Author) on his book "Failure Factory" and how Baltimore schools are prioritizing administrative bureaucracy over student graduation and proficiency. WEBSITE: ChrisPapst.com SOCIAL MEDIA: X.com/ChrisPapst READ: Baltimore Graduation Rate Falls to 14-Year Low Despite Record Funding 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: Thursday, February 19, 2026 / 7 AM Hour

WMAL GUEST: JAMES ROSEN (Newsmax Chief Washington Correspondent and Author) on his new biography "Scalia: Supreme Court Years: 1986-2001" and the enduring impact of originalism on the high court. WEBSITE: James Rosen Author Page SOCIAL MEDIA: X.com/JamesRosenTV READ: Justice Alito on the Legacy of Antonin Scalia 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: Thursday, February 19, 2026 / 7 AM Hour

WMAL GUEST: KT MCFARLAND (Former Deputy National Security Advisor and Author) on the U.S. military buildup in the Middle East and the high-stakes diplomatic and military choices facing the Trump administration. WEBSITE: KTMcFarland.com SOCIAL MEDIA: X.com/realKTMcFarland READ: U.S. Military Moves Into Place for Possible Strikes in Iran 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: Thursday, February 19, 2026 / 8 AM Hour

In the 5 AM hour, Larry O’Connor and Bethany Mandel discussed: ASH WEDNESDAY: The beginning of the Lenten season and the Pope’s request for the faithful to abstain from hurtful words. RHODE ISLAND SHOOTING: A transgender gunman, identifying as Roberta Esposito, kills two people during a high school hockey game in Pawtucket. COLBERT STUNT: Stephen Colbert’s "unaired" interview with James Talarico is revealed as a calculated stunt involving the FCC equal-time rule. 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: Wednesday, February 18, 2026 / 5 AM Hour

In the 6 AM hour, Larry O’Connor and Bethany Mandel discussed: POOPTOMAC: Lee Zeldin and NBC report on the massive Potomac sewage crisis; DC Water sets a mid-March repair target for the ruptured pipe. JESSE JACKSON: Syndicated columnist Cal Thomas joins the show to share personal stories following the death of Jesse Jackson. WHOOPI GOLDBERG: The View co-host addresses her name appearing in the Epstein files, claiming it was related to a charity flight request. 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: Wednesday, February 18, 2026 / 6 AM Hour

In the 7 AM hour, Larry O’Connor and Bethany Mandel discussed: POTOMAC SEWAGE: Gabriella Hoffman joins the show to discuss the environmental disaster in the Potomac and the failures of local leadership. NYC BUDGET: Mayor Zohran Mamdani reverses his stance on homeless sweeps and raids the rainy day fund to cover a massive deficit. IMMIGRATION: A viral video exposes a migrant ranting against American culture; anti-ICE groups are found training leftists on jury nullification. 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: Wednesday, February 18, 2026 / 7 AM Hour

In the 8 AM hour, Larry O’Connor and Bethany Mandel discussed: DRUG TRAFFICKING: Drug Czar Sara Carter joins to discuss her White House roundtable on ending drug sales on social media platforms. WEIGHT LOSS: Bethany Mandel details her success with GLP-1 medications and discusses the importance of health over the "body positivity" narrative. OLYMPIC PRIDE: VP JD Vance and Enes Kanter Freedom criticize American-born Eileen Gu for competing for the Chinese national team. CRITTER NEWS: A stray dog creates a "cheer of the day" moment by chasing cross-country skiers across the finish line at the Winter Olympics. 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: Wednesday, February 18, 2026 / 8 AM Hour

WMAL GUEST: CAL THOMAS (Syndicated Columnist) on his personal stories regarding the passing of Jesse Jackson, the shifting culture at CBS News, and President Trump’s warnings to Iran and Cuba. WEBSITE: CalThomas.com SOCIAL MEDIA: X.com/CalThomas READ: Cal Thomas on Jesse Jackson and the Latest News 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: Wednesday, February 18, 2026 / 6 AM Hour

WMAL GUEST: GABRIELLA HOFFMAN (Director of the Center for Energy and Conservation, Independent Women’s Forum) on the historic sewage spill in the Potomac River and the clash between federal and local authorities over the response. WEBSITE: GabriellaHoffman.com SOCIAL MEDIA: X.com/Gabby_Hoffman READ: Hoffman on Energy and Conservation at IWF 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: Wednesday, February 18, 2026 / 7 AM Hour

WMAL GUEST: SARA CARTER (Director of the Office of National Drug Control Policy) on hosting a White House roundtable with social media companies to combat illicit drug sales targeting children. WEBSITE: ONDCP Official Page SOCIAL MEDIA: X.com/SaraCarterDC READ: Sara Carter Confirmed as National Drug Czar 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: Wednesday, February 18, 2026 / 8 AM Hour

In the 5 AM hour, Larry O'Connor and Cassie Smedile discussed: POOP-TOMAC: The latest update on the disastrous Potomac sewage spill, which has now leaked over 240 million gallons of wastewater. WES MOORE: Governor Wes Moore blames the Trump administration for the spill as the two spar over federal vs. local responsibility. RIVER WARNING: D.C. and Virginia officials warn residents to avoid all contact with the Potomac River as cleanup efforts may take months. MUNICH SECURITY: Secretary of State Marco Rubio discusses the Spanish origins of cowboy culture at the Munich Security Conference. AOC: President Trump slams Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez as "incompetent" for her foreign policy stumbles and "below the equator" comments regarding Venezuela. SECRET POLICE: Governor Gavin Newsom faces backlash for comparing American law enforcement and the National Guard to Nazi-era "secret police." 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 17, 2026 / 5 AM Hour

In the 6 AM hour, Larry O'Connor and Cassie Smedile discussed: WES MOORE: A deep dive into the Washington Free Beacon investigation showing historical records contradict Governor Moore’s story about his great-grandfather fleeing the KKK. ROBERT DUVALL: Honoring the legendary Middleburg resident and Oscar-winning "Godfather" actor who passed away at 95. JESSE JACKSON: Civil rights icon and two-time presidential candidate Rev. Jesse Jackson passes away at 84. CALVERT COUNTY: A shocking report of a local woman reporting high school students to Child Protective Services for starting a TPUSA club. ELANA MEYERS TAYLOR: Local connection Elana Meyers Taylor finally wins Olympic gold in the monobob, sharing the moment with her two sons. 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 17, 2026 / 6 AM Hour

In the 7 AM hour, Larry O'Connor and Cassie Smedile discussed: TOM FITTON: Tom Fitton joins the show to discuss FBI records revealing radio warnings about a suspicious person prior to the Trump shooting in Butler. POOP-TOMAC: President Trump directs federal authorities to coordinate the Potomac sewage cleanup as state and local officials fail to act. CHUCK THIES: DC Political Analyst Chuck Thies discusses the latest bribery trial delay for Trayon White and ethics concerns in the D.C. mayoral race. COFFEE: A new Harvard-led study suggests drinking 2-3 cups of coffee daily is linked to a lower dementia risk and slower cognitive decline. 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 17, 2026 / 7 AM Hour

In the 8 AM hour, Larry O'Connor and Cassie Smedile discussed: MARK FISHER: Maryland Delegate Mark Fisher joins the show to discuss the insane story of a Calvert County woman calling Child Protective Services on conservative students. ONLINE SALES: A terrifying look at how Facebook Marketplace deals are turning deadly across the country. MUNICH RECAP: President Trump’s reaction to Gavin Newsom and AOC’s performance on the world stage. DHS SHUTDOWN: The impact of the Department of Homeland Security shutdown on FEMA and the ongoing Potomac sewage disaster response. 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 17, 2026 / 8 AM Hour

WMAL GUEST: TOM FITTON (President of Judicial Watch) on Judicial Watch’s FOIA lawsuit revealing that law enforcement broadcast warnings about a suspicious person prior to the attempted assassination of Donald Trump in Butler, PA. WEBSITE: JudicialWatch.org SOCIAL MEDIA: X.com/TomFitton READ: FBI Reveals Warnings about Suspicious Person at Trump Shooting in Butler 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 17, 2026 / 7 AM Hour

WMAL GUEST: CHUCK THIES (D.C. Political Analyst) on the trial delay for D.C. Councilmember Trayon White and Janeese Lewis George’s controversial decision to swear him in. SOCIAL MEDIA: X.com/ChuckThies READ: Trayon White Federal Bribery Case Delayed Until September 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 17, 2026 / 7 AM Hour

WMAL GUEST: MARK FISHER (Maryland State Delegate, District 27C) on a woman reporting students to Child Protective Services for starting a Turning Point USA chapter in Calvert County. WEBSITE: MarkFisherForDelegate.com SOCIAL MEDIA: X.com/Fisher4Maryland READ: Maryland Woman Says TPUSA High School Event Raised 'Serious Concerns,' Says Child Protective Services Notified 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 17, 2026 / 8 AM Hour

In the 5 AM hour, Larry O'Connor and Bethany Mandel discussed: WEEKEND RECAP: A review of Valentine’s Day and the President’s Day holiday weekend. EPSTEIN FILES: Newly released messages between Steve Bannon and Jeffrey Epstein regarding opposition to Pope Francis. IMMIGRATION: Hakeem Jeffries dismisses concerns regarding the 1,300% increase in assaults against ICE officers. VOTER FRAUD: The Colorado Secretary of State faces criticism for sending 30,000 voter registration mailers to non-citizens. IRAN PROTESTS: Massive rallies in Toronto and Los Angeles calling for a free Iran. NAVY MOVEMENT: The Pentagon sends the USS Gerald R. Ford to the Middle East as tensions with Iran escalate. 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 16, 2026 / 5 AM Hour

In the 6 AM hour, Larry O'Connor and Bethany Mandel discussed: POOPTOMAC: The massive raw sewage spill in the Potomac River, which may render the waterway unusable for the year. TOPIC: Drew Mullins joins the show to discuss Spotsylvania County’s new Second Amendment Sanctuary resolution. GUN CONTROL: A look at the aggressive slate of gun-related bills introduced in the 2026 Virginia legislative session. GIRL SCOUTS: A 6-year-old scout breaks a record by selling 87,000 boxes of cookies while the organization faces "woke" criticism over anti-ICE stances. 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 16, 2026 / 6 AM Hour

In the 7 AM hour, Larry O'Connor and Bethany Mandel discussed: TOPIC: Joe diGenova joins to discuss the Epstein emails, the SAVE Act, and the Potomac sewage disaster. REDISTRICTING: Hakeem Jeffries vows to spend tens of millions of dollars to push Democratic redistricting plans in Virginia. SAVE ACT: Growing momentum for proof of citizenship requirements for federal elections. OBAMA GASLIGHTING: Former President Obama faces backlash for calling ICE agents "rogue" and claiming Republicans are the "mean side." UAPS: Obama confirms during a recent interview that "aliens are real." 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 16, 2026 / 7 AM Hour

In the 8 AM hour, Larry O'Connor and Bethany Mandel discussed: TOPIC: Jonathan Alexandre discusses the Maryland bill that aims to muzzle pastors and religious nonprofits. MUNICH SECURITY: Secretary of State Marco Rubio’s "fire" speech on defending Western civilization receives a standing ovation. AOC DISASTER: Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez stumbles through a question on defending Taiwan at the Munich conference. MUNICH OBSERVERS: Reactions to Hillary Clinton moderating a women's rights panel featuring a transgender panelist. GAVIN NEWSOM: Governor Newsom’s controversial comparison of American law enforcement to Nazi stormtroopers while in Germany. 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 16, 2026 / 8 AM Hour

WMAL GUEST: DREW MULLINS (Spotsylvania County Supervisor, Courtland District) on the Board of Supervisors passing a new Second Amendment Sanctuary resolution with the support of the county Sheriff. WEBSITE: Spotsylvania.va.us SOCIAL MEDIA: Drew4Spotsy.com READ: Spotsylvania Board of Supervisors: 'We Are Still a Second Amendment Sanctuary County' 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 16, 2026 / 6 AM Hour

WMAL GUEST: JOE DIGENOVA (Legal Analyst and Former U.S. Attorney for the District of Columbia) on the environmental disaster in the Potomac River, redistricting efforts in Virginia and Maryland, and the momentum for the SAVE Act. WEBSITE: diGenovaToensing.com READ: Jeffries Vows Pressure on Maryland Senate President Over Redistricting Push 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 16, 2026 / 7 AM Hour

WMAL GUEST: JONATHAN ALEXANDRE (Legislative Counsel, Maryland Family Institute) on Senate Bill 4, which threatens the tax-exempt status of churches and religious nonprofits that engage in candidate-related speech. WEBSITE: MarylandFamily.org READ: MFI Opposes SB 4 'Keeping Charities Nonpartisan 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 Instagram: WMALDC Website: WMAL.com/OConnor-Company Episode: Monday, February 16, 2026 / 8 AM Hour

In the 5 AM Hour, Larry O’Connor and Patrice Onwuka discussed: FRIDAY THE 13TH: Krispy Kreme gives away donuts, and the history of why the day is considered unlucky. GREENHOUSE GASES: President Trump revokes the Obama-era EPA "endangerment finding" on greenhouse gases. TAIWAN TRADE: The Trump administration reaches a trade deal to lower Taiwan’s tariff barriers. 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 13, 2026 / 5 AM Hour

In the 6 AM Hour, Larry O’Connor and Patrice Onwuka discussed: NICKI NEILY: Parents Defending Education President Nicki Neily discusses the anti-ICE training hosted by a Maryland PTA. GUTHRIE CASE: The FBI increases its reward in the Nancy Guthrie case, and new details emerge about gloves found near the scene. SNAP FOODS: More states implement restrictions on SNAP purchases for junk food like soda and candy. GOVERNORS SNUB: President Trump invites all governors to the White House except Maryland's Wes Moore and Colorado's Jared Polis. 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 13, 2026 / 6 AM Hour

In the 7 AM Hour, Larry O’Connor and Patrice Onwuka discussed: MARK MIX: Mark Mix from the National Right to Work Committee discusses the threat of new union bargaining laws in Virginia. BETHESDA SQUATTER: Updates on the eviction and arrest of the squatter in the $2.3 million Bethesda home. STEVE MILLOY: Steve Milloy joins to discuss the repeal of the EPA's greenhouse gas endangerment finding. NO MICROWAVES: Steak 'n Shake announces it will remove all microwaves from its restaurants to improve food quality. 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 13, 2026 / 7 AM Hour

In the 8 AM Hour, Larry O’Connor and Patrice Onwuka discussed: POOPTOMAC: Discussion on the massive raw sewage spill into the Potomac River, now called the largest in U.S. history. OLYMPICS: Updates on the Winter Olympics, including local skater Ilia Malinin and skier Breezy Johnson. HEATED HEARING: Senators Hawley, Ernst, and Moody grill Minnesota AG Keith Ellison on fraud and immigration policies. 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 13, 2026 / 8 AM Hour

WMAL GUEST: NICKI NEILY (President and Founder of Parents Defending Education) on the Montgomery County PTA hosting a training session to instruct families on how to identify and respond to ICE activity. WEBSITE: DefendingEd.org SOCIAL MEDIA: X.com/NickiNeily READ: Maryland School District PTA Hosts Anti-ICE Training 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 13, 2026 / 6 AM Hour

WMAL GUEST: MARK MIX (President of National Right to Work Committee) on Virginia legislators advancing a bill that could give union bosses control over public services, a move even FDR opposed. WEBSITE: NRTWC.org SOCIAL MEDIA: X.com/RightToWork READ: Virginia Dem Legislators Ignoring FDR’s Warning on Government Union Bargaining Powers 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 13, 2026 / 7 AM Hour

WMAL GUEST: STEVE MILLOY (Senior Legal Fellow at the Energy and Environment Legal Institute) on the Trump administration revoking the EPA finding on greenhouse gas threats, a major blow to climate change regulations. WEBSITE: JunkScience.com SOCIAL MEDIA: X.com/JunkScience READ: Trump Revokes EPA Finding on Greenhouse Gas Threat 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 13, 2026 / 7 AM Hour

In the 5 AM Hour, Larry O’Connor and Cassie Smedile discussed: SAVE ACT: The SAVE Act passes the House, with Chip Roy leading the charge to secure American elections. JOBS REPORT: Scott Bessent touts a blockbuster January jobs report, highlighting private sector growth and government job cuts. SHUTDOWN DEADLINE: A DHS shutdown looms as the funding deadline approaches and negotiations stall. 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: Thursday, February 12, 2026 / 5 AM Hour

In the 6 AM Hour, Larry O’Connor and Cassie Smedile discussed: CNN MELTDOWN: CNN hosts Kasie Hunt and Lulu Garcia-Navarro have an unhinged segment attempting to link the Trump administration to Epstein. MARYLAND: Md. Del. Kathy Szeliga joins the show to discuss Gov. Wes Moore’s State of the State address. BONDI HEARING: Pam Bondi pushes back against Democrats during a heated hearing, calling out their hypocrisy on Epstein and the economy. 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: Thursday, February 12, 2026 / 6 AM Hour

In the 7 AM Hour, Larry O’Connor and Cassie Smedile discussed: STATE OF THE STATE: Md. Del. Kathy Szeliga reacts to Gov. Moore’s address and discusses redistricting. WOOTTON HS: Updates on the Wootton High School shooting, with the victim’s mother speaking out about ignored bullying complaints. LYNCHBURG: Councilman Chris Faraldi joins to discuss Lynchburg reaffirming its Second Amendment Sanctuary status. NUMBER 4: WMAL’s morning show is ranked #4 in the nation by Barrett Media. 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: Thursday, February 12, 2026 / 7 AM Hour

In the 8 AM Hour, Larry O’Connor and Cassie Smedile discussed: JIM JORDAN: Chairman Jim Jordan joins to discuss the Bondi hearing and House Judiciary business. MOON BASE: Elon Musk announces a shift in focus from Mars to building a moon base with a "mass driver." JAMES VAN DER BEEK: Actor James Van Der Beek passes away at 48 after a battle with colorectal cancer. OLYMPICS: U.S. skier Breezy Johnson crashes out of her race but gets engaged in the finish area. 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: Thursday, February 12, 2026 / 8 AM Hour

WMAL GUEST: CHRIS FARALDI (Lynchburg, VA Councilman) on the city of Lynchburg reaffirming its Second Amendment Sanctuary status in a 6-1 vote. WEBSITE: LynchburgVA.gov SOCIAL MEDIA: X.com/ChrisFaraldiVA READ: Lynchburg Reaffirms 2nd Amendment Sanctuary Status 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: Thursday, February 12, 2026 / 7 AM Hour

WMAL GUEST: KATHY SZELIGA (Maryland State Delegate, District 7A) on her reaction to Governor Wes Moore’s State of the State address and the redistricting map win. WEBSITE: MGALeg.Maryland.gov SOCIAL MEDIA: X.com/KathyForMD READ: Kathy Szeliga on Governor Moore’s State of the State 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: Thursday, February 12, 2026 / 7 AM Hour

WMAL GUEST: JIM JORDAN (Chairman of the House Judiciary Committee) on the fiery hearing involving Pam Bondi and Democratic impeachment efforts. WEBSITE: Jordan.House.gov SOCIAL MEDIA: X.com/Jim_Jordan READ: Brandon Gill Exposes DOJ at Bondi Hearing 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: Thursday, February 12, 2026 / 8 AM Hour

In the 5 AM Hour, Larry O’Connor and Bethany Mandel discussed: TRUMP KENNEDY CENTER: Bethany’s daughter performs tonight in American Ballet Theatre’s The Winter’s Tale at the Kennedy Center. WOOTTON HIGH SCHOOL: A student is charged with attempted murder after a shooting at Wootton High School in Rockville. CODE PINK: The State Department identifies Code Pink as a vector of Chinese influence operations. 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: Wednesday, February 11, 2026 / 5 AM Hour

In the 6 AM Hour, Larry O’Connor and Bethany Mandel discussed: GUTHRIE CASE: A person detained for questioning in the Nancy Guthrie case has been released; Google helps recover Nest camera data. CAL THOMAS: Syndicated columnist Cal Thomas joins to discuss the decline of the Washington Post and the news of the day. TRUMP GREENHOUSE PLANS: The Trump administration plans to repeal the Obama-era "endangerment finding" on greenhouse gases. 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

In the 7 AM Hour, Larry O’Connor and Bethany Mandel discussed: CHRIS SUNUNU: Airlines for America CEO Chris Sununu joins to discuss TSA funding and the budget battle in Congress. BETHESDA SQUATTER: Convicted squatter Tamieka Goode returns to the $2.3 million Bethesda home after being released from jail. POTOMAC SEWAGE: E. coli levels in the Potomac River are reported to be 100 times higher than initially stated due to the sewage spill. CRITTER NEWS: Stories about Canadian geese on the Mall and a dog leading police to a toddler trapped in a car. 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: Wednesday, February 11, 2026 / 7 AM Hour

In the 8 AM Hour, Larry O’Connor and Bethany Mandel discussed: MARC MORANO: Marc Morano joins to discuss the repeal of the greenhouse gas endangerment finding. MARYLAND ICE: A Howard County councilwoman faces backlash, while Washington County commissioners support a proposed ICE facility. MORGAN WRIGHT: Cybersecurity expert Morgan Wright discusses the digital evidence and forensics in the Nancy Guthrie case. SHOW PREP: Updates on The Mummy 4 release date and Snow White box office struggles. 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: Wednesday, February 11, 2026 / 8 AM Hour

WMAL GUEST: CAL THOMAS (Syndicated Columnist) on the latest in the Nancy Guthrie case and the decline of the Washington Post. WEBSITE: CalThomas.com SOCIAL MEDIA: X.com/CalThomas READ: Why Did the Washington Post Layoffs Happen? 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: Wednesday, February 11, 2026 / 6 AM Hour

WMAL GUEST: CHRIS SUNUNU (President & CEO of Airlines for America) on the budget battle in Congress and potential TSA funding issues. WEBSITE: Airlines.org SOCIAL MEDIA: X.com/AirlinesDotOrg READ: Pay Our Federal Aviation Workers 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: Wednesday, February 11, 2026 / 7 AM Hour

WMAL GUEST: MARC MORANO (ClimateDepot.com) on the Trump administration’s plan to repeal the Obama-era scientific finding that serves as the legal basis for federal greenhouse-gas regulation. WEBSITE: ClimateDepot.com SOCIAL MEDIA: X.com/ClimateDepot READ: Trump to Repeal Landmark Climate Finding in Huge Regulatory Rollback 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: Wednesday, February 11, 2026 / 8 AM Hour

WMAL GUEST: MORGAN WRIGHT (Cybersecurity Expert) on the digital forensics used in the Nancy Guthrie missing person case, including recovering data from a Nest camera. WEBSITE: MorganWright.US SOCIAL MEDIA: X.com/MorganWright_US READ: Technical Expertise from Google Helped With Obtaining Images in Guthrie Case 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: Wednesday, February 11, 2026 / 8 AM Hour