O'Connor & Company

In the 5 AM Hour: Larry O’Connor and Cassie Smedile discussed: Holy Week: Larry and Cassie discuss Holy Week and how their families celebrate the Easter holiday. Artemis II Lifts Off: Four astronauts blasted off from Kennedy Space Center in Florida on Wednesday evening on a monumental 10-day mission to circumnavigate the moon in the first crewed moon mission since 1972. 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, April 2, 2026 / 5 AM HourSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In the 6 AM Hour: Larry O’Connor and Cassie Smedile discussed: Broadway Memories: Cassie gives her review of “Chicago” at the Trump-Kennedy Center, while Larry shares his memories of “Chicago” while working as a theater manager in Los Angeles. Trump’s Address on Iran: President Donald J. Trump provided an update on Operation Epic Fury in an address to the nation last night, highlighting the extraordinary achievements of the U.S. military against the Iranian regime. Supreme Court Recap: The Supreme Court heard oral arguments Wednesday in a case seeking to end birthright citizenship for children of illegal aliens and other non-U.S. citizens. President Trump was in attendance. 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, April 2, 2026 / 6 AM HourSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In the 7 AM Hour: Larry O’Connor and Cassie Smedile discussed: INTERVIEW: Mark Krikorian: Executive Director of the Center for Immigration Studies with his reaction to the birthright citizenship debate at Supreme Court. More SCOTUS Arguments: Supreme Court Justices Gorsuch, Brown-Jackson and Coney Barrett weigh in on the birthright citizenship debate. DHS Compromise: Senate Leader John Thune and House Speaker Mike Johnson announced the apparent path forward on DHS funding in which they will support the bill the Senate passed w/ Dem support that funds all of DHS except ICE & CBP & will attempt to fund CBP & ICE through reconciliation without Dem votes. Newsom News: According to reports, California’s state Medicare program has lost 25 percent of its budget to fraud under Gov. Gavin Newsom’s leadership. Also, Newsom’s wife bashes the “alt-right” and “Jordan Peterson” types that somehow push hate to her kids. 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, April 2, 2026 / 7 AM HourSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In the 8 AM Hour: Larry O’Connor and Cassie Smedile discussed: INTERVIEW: Gen. Jack Keane: Retired 4 star general, Chairman of the Institute for the Study of War and Fox News Senior Strategic Analyst on President Trump’s address to the nation last night on the war with Iran. INTERVEIW: Kurt Schlichter: Senior Columnist at Townhall, Lawyer, Army COL (R), author of new book, “Blue Flame,” on Trump’s Iran announcement and the birthright citizenship debate at Supreme Court. Trump’s Easter Lunch Routine: President Trump sticks up for Erika Kirk and jokes about J.D. Vance and his Iran speech at the White House Easter Lunch. 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, April 2, 2026 / 8 AM HourSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

WMAL GUEST: MARK KRIKORIAN (Executive Director of the Center for Immigration Studies) on the landmark Supreme Court oral arguments regarding President Trump’s executive order to end birthright citizenship and the justices' skepticism toward the administration's legal position. WEBSITE: CIS.org SOCIAL MEDIA: X.com/MarkSKrikorian 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, April 2, 2026 / 7 AM HourSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

WMAL GUEST: GEN. JACK KEANE (Retired 4-Star General and Fox News Senior Strategic Analyst) on President Trump’s primetime address to the nation, the systematic dismantling of the Iranian regime's military capabilities, and the upcoming two-to-three week timeline to complete U.S. objectives. WEBSITE: UnderstandingWar.org SOCIAL MEDIA: X.com/Gen_JackKeane 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, April 2, 2026 / 8 AM HourSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

WMAL GUEST: KURT SCHLICHTER (Senior Columnist at Townhall and Retired Army Colonel) on his new thriller "Blue Flame," the legal arguments presented at the Supreme Court regarding birthright citizenship, and President Trump's "spike the football" moment in Iran. WEBSITE: Townhall.com SOCIAL MEDIA: X.com/KurtSchlichter 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, April 2, 2026 / 8 AM HourSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In the 5 AM Hour: Larry O’Connor and Patrice Onwuka discussed: VA Redistricting: Larry and Patrice also share the latest data as far as early voting turnout before the April 21 election as well as spending efforts by Virginia Republicans as opposed to Democrats. Birthright Citizenship: President Trump tells Fox News' Peter Doocy he's going to the Supreme Court Wednesday for expected birthright citizenship arguments. 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, April 1, 2026 / 5 AM HourSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In the 6 AM Hour: Larry O’Connor and Patrice Onwuka discussed: INTERVIEW: Cal Thomas: Syndicated Columnist on President Trump’s scheduled address to the nation tonight regarding the Iran war. Cal also discusses the Supreme Court by an 8-1 vote overturning laws banning conversion therapy for gays who seek it. Iran Update: Gen. Caine says the thousands of soldiers and Marines deployed to the Middle East for a "range of military options," not just boots on the ground. President Trump also estimates U.S. forces will leave Iran in "2-to-3 weeks." Goodbye DC Streetcar: After a decade in service, the DC Streetcar made its final run along H Street & Benning Road Tuesday night after the city spent $200 million launching the line. 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, April 1, 2026 / 6 AM HourSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In the 7 AM Hour: Larry O’Connor and Patrice Onwuka discussed: INTERVIEW: Hans Von Spakovsky: Senior Legal Fellow at Advancing American Freedom’s (AAF) on the Supreme Court hearing oral arguments Wednesday in a case seeking to end birthright citizenship for children of illegal aliens and other non-U.S. citizens. Hans also discusses President Trump signing an executive order Tuesday cracking down on mail-in voting across the country. INTERVIEW: Clayton Anderson: Retired NASA Astronaut discusses tonight’s scheduled launch of Artemis II, the first crewed test flight of NASA’s Artemis program, aimed at returning humans to the Moon and establishing a long-term lunar presence. Trump Ballroom: President Trump on Tuesday railed against a lawsuit challenging the White House ballroom construction and other projects as a judge ruled construction on the ballroom must be halted. Kid Rock: Nashville mansion flyover incident ends as Hegseth clears aircrew, lifts suspension. 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, April 1, 2026 / 7 AM HourSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In the 8 AM Hour: Larry O’Connor and Patrice Onwuka discussed: INTERVIEW: Reagan Reese: Daily Caller White House Correspondent on President Trump attending the Supreme Court arguments on birthright citizenship and signing an executive order on mail-in voting. Reese also gives updates on the war in Iran and the DC Task Force. Kristi Noem’s Husband: Kristi Noem & President Trump respond to shocking cross-dressing photos tied to her husband. GW University Tuition: George Washington University announced that next academic year, the estimated cost for returning students will be just over $98,000 per year. Critter News: British reporter's play-by-play of Larry the Cat hunting a mouse is hilarious in how he tries to make it sound like a serious report. 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, April 1, 2026 / 8 AM HourSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

WMAL GUEST: CAL THOMAS (Syndicated Columnist) on President Trump’s scheduled address to the nation tonight regarding the conflict in Iran and the Supreme Court’s 8-1 ruling overturning bans on conversion therapy for individuals who seek it. WEBSITE: CalThomas.com SOCIAL MEDIA: X.com/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 Instagram: WMALDC Website: WMAL.com/OConnor-Company Episode: Wednesday, April 1, 2026 / 6 AM HourSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

WMAL GUEST: HANS VON SPAKOVSKY (Senior Legal Fellow at Advancing American Freedom) on the landmark oral arguments taking place today regarding President Trump’s executive order to end birthright citizenship for children of illegal aliens. WEBSITE: AdvancingAmericanFreedom.com SOCIAL MEDIA: X.com/HvonSpakovsky 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, April 1, 2026 / 7 AM HourSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

WMAL GUEST: CLAYTON ANDERSON (Retired NASA Astronaut and Author) on today’s scheduled launch of the Artemis II mission, the first crewed journey around the moon in more than 50 years. WEBSITE: AstroClay.com SOCIAL MEDIA: X.com/Astro_Clay 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, April 1, 2026 / 7 AM HourSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

WMAL GUEST: REAGAN REESE (White House Correspondent, The Daily Caller) on President Trump’s new executive order targeting mail-in voting and the success of the DC Task Force in clearing 142 homeless encampments across the city. WEBSITE: DailyCaller.com SOCIAL MEDIA: X.com/ReaganReese_ 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, April 1, 2026 / 8 AM HourSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In the 5 AM Hour: Larry O’Connor and Patrice Onwuka discussed: Trump Pays TSA Workers: Airport wait times plummet from hours to minutes as TSA workers start getting back pay after President Trump signed a memo on Friday ordering the DHS to pay T.S.A. officers. Back to the Moon: NASA begins the countdown for humanity’s first launch to the moon in 53 years, as the 32-story Space Launch System rocket is poised to blast off Wednesday evening with four astronauts. Nick Minock Update: According to the WJLA ABC7 reporter, the Department of Education is opening an investigation in Fairfax County after an 18-year-old illegal immigrant was accused of groping multiple students at Fairfax High School. 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, March 31, 2026 / 5 AM HourSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In the 6 AM Hour: Larry O’Connor and Patrice Onwuka discussed: Iran Update: President Trump shared jaw-dropping video footage Monday of a massive explosion in Iran reportedly caused by a US airstrike on a large ammunition depot in Isfahan. Sec. Marco Rubio also clapped back at George Stephanopoulos on ABC’s “This Week” about the administration’s objectives in Iran. L.A. Decline: Los Angeles County sees largest population decline in the U.S., census data shows. L.A. Mayoral candidate Spencer Pratt also releases “Latinos Por Pratt” campaign video slamming Mayor Karen Bass. Sitting Study: Hate exercise? You can actually fight dementia from your couch according to a Swedish study. No Kings Money: As Fox News Digital reported, about 500 organizations with an estimated combined annual revenue of about $3 billion sponsored and organized the “No Kings” demonstrations. 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, March 31, 2026 / 6 AM HourSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In the 7 AM Hour: Larry O’Connor and Patrice Onwuka discussed: INTERVIEW: Dr. Barbara Cohen: A member of NASA’s Artemis II Lunar Science Team discusses Artemis II, the first crewed test flight of NASA’s Artemis program, aimed at returning humans to the Moon and establishing a long-term lunar presence. INTERVIEW: Daniel Turner: Executive Director of Power the Future on the latest developments from Iran and their impact on America’s energy supply. Trump Library: Trump shares renderings of his presidential library — a massive skyscraper in Miami. Scott Presler: “Early Vote Action” founder is rallying Virginians across the state to vote against the Virginia redistricting referendum on April 21. 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, March 31, 2026 / 7 AM HourSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In the 8 AM Hour: Larry O’Connor and Patrice Onwuka discussed: INTERVIEW: Asra Normani: Senior Editor of Investigations at Fox News Digital on The Radicals behind the No Kings Protests. INTERVIEW: Rep. Ben Cline: R-VA on Virginia’s gerrymandering effort and his rallies with Scott Presler. TSA Pay Update: Airport wait times plummet from hours to minutes as TSA workers start getting back pay after President Trump signed a memo on Friday ordering the DHS to pay T.S.A. officers. Chick-Fil-A Challenge: A Chick-fil-A restaurant in Towson Place, MD is offering families free ice cream if they put away their phones for their entire meal. 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, March 31, 2026 / 8 AM HourSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

WMAL GUEST: DR. BARBARA COHEN (NASA Artemis II Lunar Science Team) on the countdown for the first crewed journey around the moon in more than 50 years, the mission's 10-day flight path, and NASA's plans for a long-term lunar presence. WEBSITE: NASA GSFC Bio: Dr. Barbara Cohen SOCIAL MEDIA: X.com/NASAArtemis 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, March 31, 2026 / 7 AM HourSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

WMAL GUEST: DANIEL TURNER (Founder and Executive Director of Power The Future) on President Trump's warning to Iran regarding the strategically vital Strait of Hormuz and the potential for strikes on Iranian oil wells and power plants. WEBSITE: PowerTheFuture.com SOCIAL MEDIA: X.com/DanielTurnerPTF 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, March 31, 2026 / 7 AM HourSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

WMAL GUEST: ASRA NOMANI (Senior Editor of Investigations at Fox News Digital) on the ideological shift toward radical rhetoric in the "No Kings" movement and the financiers behind nationwide protests calling for a May Day strike. WEBSITE: FoxNews.com - Asra Nomani SOCIAL MEDIA: X.com/AsraNomani 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, March 31, 2026 / 8 AM HourSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

WMAL GUEST: REP. BEN CLINE (R-VA) on his recent rallies with Scott Presler and the high-stakes fight against a proposed redistricting referendum that could flip multiple Republican seats in Virginia. WEBSITE: Cline.House.gov SOCIAL MEDIA: X.com/Cline4Virginia 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, March 31, 2026 / 8 AM HourSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In the 5 AM Hour: Larry O’Connor and Patrice Onwuka discussed: TSA Nightmares: The House passed a 60-day continuing resolution to fund the DHS on Friday, but its fate remains uncertain as the Senate is in a scheduled two-week recess. Meanwhile, long lines continue at airports, including BWI in Baltimore. Iranian Crown Prince: CPAC in Dallas is highlighted by Iranian Crown Prince Reza Pahlavi stating he intends to “Make Iran Great Again.” Chris Stigall: Former Kansas City-area radio talk show host Chris Stigall posted on Facebook on Friday that he is launching a campaign to replace retiring U.S. Rep. Sam Graves (R - 6th District, Missouri). 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, March 30, 2026 / 5 AM HourSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

No Kings Weekend: Patrice talks about running into a “No Kings” rally during her weekend in Washington while Larry and Patrice recap “No Kings” events across the nation. CPAC Straw Poll: JD Vance and Marco Rubio compete for the top slot in this year’s CPAC Straw Poll in Dallas. JD Vance and Aliens: JD Vance says he was 'obsessed' with UFOs, believes aliens are actually 'demons' 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, March 30, 2026 / 6 AM HourSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In the 7 AM Hour: Larry O’Connor and Patrice Onwuka discussed: INTERVIEW: Joe Digenova: Legal analyst and former U.S. Attorney to the District of Columbia on the FBI releasing docs on Eric Swalwell’s ties to China, the Supreme Court getting set to hear arguments this week on birthright citizenship. INTERVIEW: Nick Minock: WJLA ABC-7 reporter with the latest updates in the case of a 19 year old illegal immigrant who assaulted more than a dozen girls at Fairfax County Schools as well as the latest on how Fairfax County officials are responding to the death of Stephanie Minter at the hands of an illegal. BWI Travel Nightmare: Lines at BWI Airport in Baltimore are out the door despite passengers showing up four hours early. Meanwhile, the Senate is in recess. Missing Kit Kats: Nestlé says 413,793 KitKat candy bars were stolen en route from Italy to Poland. 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, March 30, 2026 / 7 AM HourSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In the 8 AM Hour: Larry O’Connor and Patrice Onwuka discussed: INTERVIEW: Jeffrey Trimbath: President of the Maryland Family Institute on the Maryland House passing a bill to force all private schools to hand their admissions processes to the government. INTERVIEW: Chris Stigall: Longtime radio personality on launching a campaign to replace retiring U.S. Rep. Sam Graves (R - 6th District, Missouri). 60 Minutes DCA Report: Documents reveal 2 close calls between jets, military helicopters 1 day before deadly midair collision at Reagan airport - CBS 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: Monday, March 30, 2026 / 8 AM HourSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

WMAL GUEST: JOE DIGENOVA (Legal Analyst and Former U.S. Attorney for the District of Columbia) on the declassification of FBI documents regarding Eric Swalwell’s ties to a suspected Chinese spy and the upcoming Supreme Court arguments on the constitutionality of birthright citizenship. WEBSITE: diGenovaToensing.com READ: Trump Officials Order FBI to Gather Documents on Eric Swalwell Investigation 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, March 30, 2026 / 7 AM HourSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

WMAL GUEST: NICK MINOCK (WJLA ABC7 Investigative Reporter) on the latest developments regarding the 19-year-old Fairfax student charged with assaulting over a dozen girls and the official response to the murder of Stephanie Minter. WEBSITE: WJLA.com/Nick-Minock SOCIAL MEDIA: X.com/NickMinock 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, March 30, 2026 / 7 AM HourSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

WMAL GUEST: JEFFREY TRIMBATH (President of the Maryland Family Institute) on the passage of Maryland House Bill 649, which critics say would force private schools to surrender their admissions autonomy to state government and embrace radical gender ideology. WEBSITE: MarylandFamily.org SOCIAL MEDIA: Facebook.com/MarylandFamilyInstitute 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, March 30, 2026 / 8 AM HourSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

WMAL GUEST: CHRIS STIGALL (Radio Host and Congressional Candidate) on his decision to step away from his national radio show to run for Congress in Missouri's 6th District to provide reinforcements for the Trump administration. WEBSITE: ChrisStigall.com SOCIAL MEDIA: X.com/ChrisStigall 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, March 30, 2026 / 8 AM HourSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In the 5 AM Hour: Larry O’Connor and Patrice Onwuka discussed: Recap of Day 1 at CPAC: Larry gives his recap of Day 1 of the 2026 CPAC Convention in Dallas, TX. TSA Update: President Donald Trump said he will sign an executive order to address airport disruptions, announcing the move in a Truth Social post Thursday. Then the Senate early Friday morning approved Homeland Security funds to pay Transportation Security Administration agents and most other agencies, but not ICE. Sydney Sweeney: The actress reveals her brother has been deployed as she thanks troops overseas. 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, March 27, 2026 / 5 AM HourSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In the 6 AM Hour: Larry O’Connor and Patrice Onwuka discussed: INTERVIEW: Sean Kennedy: President of Virginians for Safe Communities on illegal immigrants in Fairfax County schools and a judge freezing a locker room trial involving a sex offender. INTERVIEW: Gabriella Hoffman: Director of Independent Women’s Center for Energy and Conservation on the creation of Virginia’s first Chief Energy Officer position. Gov. Moore booed at Orioles’ opener: Maryland Governor Wes Moore was booed by some fans when he was introduced at the Baltimore Orioles' home opener on March 26. 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, March 27, 2026 / 6 AM HourSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In the 7 AM Hour: Larry O’Connor and Patrice Onwuka discussed: INTERVIEW: Matt Schlapp: Chairman of the American Conservative Union on the latest from the 2026 CPAC Convention in Dallas, TX. Trump Cabinet Meeting: President Trump and his Cabinet provide updates on the situations in Venezuela and Iran. Trump then calls into “The Five” on FOX News to talk about Iran’s new “Gayatollah.” Olympics Announcement: Transgender women athletes are now excluded from women's events at the Olympics after the IOC agreed to a new eligibility policy on Thursday. 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, March 27, 2026 / 7 AM HourSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In the 8 AM Hour: Larry O’Connor and Patrice Onwuka discussed: INTERVIEW: Sara Carter: White House Drug Czar on CPAC, Trump’s battle on the border and taking on fentanyl coming across the border. DHS Update: The Senate early Friday morning approved Homeland Security funds to pay Transportation Security Administration agents. Also, Jimmy Kimmel slams new DHS Secretary Markwayne Mullin for previously working as a plumber. Kicking Your Kids out at 18?: Matt Walsh reinvigorates an age-old debate on whether or not parents should kick their children out of their home when they turn 18 and encourage them to live on their own. Jimmy’s Famous Seafood: Owners of famed Baltimore restaurant attend the White House yesterday as part of Greek Independence Day. 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, March 27, 2026 / 8 AM HourSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

WMAL GUEST: SEAN KENNEDY (President of Virginians for Safe Communities) on his proposal to end the DHS shutdown by calling the Democrats' bluff on ICE warrants, the murder of Stephanie Minter in Fairfax County, and a judge's decision to pause the trial of a transgender sex offender in Arlington. WEBSITE: VA4SafeComm.com SOCIAL MEDIA: X.com/VA4SafeComm 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, March 27, 2026 / 6 AM HourSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

WMAL GUEST: GABRIELLA HOFFMAN (Director of the Independent Women’s Center for Energy and Conservation) on Governor Spanberger’s creation of a new "Chief Energy Officer" position, the return to the Regional Greenhouse Gas Initiative (RGGI), and the Maryland Supreme Court striking down Baltimore's climate lawsuit. WEBSITE: Independent Women's Network SOCIAL MEDIA: X.com/Gabby_Hoffman 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, March 27, 2026 / 6 AM HourSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

WMAL GUEST: MATT SCHLAPP (Chairman of the American Conservative Union and CPAC) on the highlights from Day 1 of CPAC 2026 in Dallas, the results of the Texas Senate straw poll, and what to expect as the conference moves into Day 2. WEBSITE: CPAC.org SOCIAL MEDIA: X.com/MSchlapp 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, March 27, 2026 / 7 AM HourSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

WMAL GUEST: SARA CARTER (White House Drug Czar) on China’s recent crackdown on fentanyl suppliers following President Trump's trade pressure, the ongoing national emergency at the border, and the strategic fight against synthetic opioids. WEBSITE: SaraACarter.com SOCIAL MEDIA: X.com/SaraCarterDC 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, March 27, 2026 / 8 AM HourSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In the 6 AM Hour: Larry O’Connor and Beverly Hallberg discussed: INTERVIEW: Dan Schneider: Vice President for Free Speech at the Media Research Center on Meta and YouTube being found negligent in a landmark social media addiction case. Maryland’s War with ICE: The Baltimore City Council unanimously passed a bill Monday to prevent city cooperation with ICE while Maryland officials, including Gov. Wes Moore, are opposing a proposed immigrant processing facility in Washington County. Stephen Colbert’s Next Move: Warner Bros. has revealed that Stephen Colbert and his son are developing a brand new “Lord of the Rings” movie. Trump to Visit China: President Trump will meet with Chinese President Xi Jinping in Beijing on May 14 and 15. 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, March 26, 2026 / 6 AM HourSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In the 5 AM Hour: Larry O’Connor and Beverly Hallberg discussed: Larry in Dallas: Larry gives his early impressions as the 2026 CPAC Convention kicks off today in Dallas, TX. CPAC Straw Poll Talk: Larry and Beverly discuss whether JD Vance or Marco Rubio has the edge in this year’s CPAC Straw Poll. Virginia Redistricting: Virginia Democrats ramp up efforts for April 21 special election, while early voting may have higher turnout than the 2025 election. Landmark Meta Lawsuit: The social media company Meta and the video streaming service YouTube harmed a young user with design features that were addictive and led to her mental health distress, a jury found on Wednesday. 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, March 26, 2026 / 5 AM HourSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In the 7 AM Hour: Larry O’Connor and Beverly Hallberg discussed: INTERVIEW: Rachel Macy: Vice Chair, Fredericksburg Young Republicans on the gerrymandering fight in Virginia and an upcoming rally on Saturday in Fredericksburg. INTERVIEW: Mercedes Schlapp: Former White House Senior Advisor for President Trump with a preview of CPAC in Dallas this weekend. Melania & the Robot: First Lady Melania Trump was joined by a humanoid robot named Figure 3 developed by the AI robotics company, Figure, at the White House yesterday. 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, March 26, 2026 / 7 AM HourSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In the 8 AM Hour: Larry O’Connor and Beverly Hallberg discussed: INTERVIEW: Amb. Rick Grenell: Former Ambassador to Germany on stepping down as President of the Trump-Kennedy Center as well as the latest developments in Iran. INTERVIEW: Kurt Schlichter: Senior Columnist at Townhall, Lawyer, Army COL (R), author of new book, “Blue Flame,” on CPAC, Iran and the Army changing enrollment restrictions. Spanberger & Nick Minock: WJLA 7’s Nick Minock asked Virginia Gov. Abigail Spanberger what her message is to Stephanie Minter’s family and children who have been harmed by illegal immigrants. Peak Bloom!: The DC Cherry Blossoms have officially reached Stage 6: Peak Bloom! 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, March 26, 2026 / 8 AM HourSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

WMAL GUEST: DAN SCHNEIDER (Vice President for Free Speech at the Media Research Center) on a jury finding Meta and YouTube negligent in a landmark social media addiction case and what this means for the future of Big Tech liability. WEBSITE: MRC.org SOCIAL MEDIA: X.com/Schneider_dc 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, March 26, 2026 / 6 AM HourSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

WMAL GUEST: RACHEL MACY (Vice Chair, Fredericksburg Young Republicans) on the gerrymandering battle in Virginia, the deceptive Google ads being used by Democrats, and the upcoming Saturday rally to stop the redistricting referendum. WEBSITE: Virginia.GOP SOCIAL MEDIA: X.com/TheVAGOP 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, March 26, 2026 / 7 AM HourSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

WMAL GUEST: MERCEDES SCHLAPP (CPAC Senior Fellow) on the start of CPAC USA 2026 in Dallas, the significance of the Texas Senate straw poll, and the major themes driving the conservative movement this year. WEBSITE: CPAC.org SOCIAL MEDIA: X.com/MercedesSchlapp 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, March 26, 2026 / 7 AM HourSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

WMAL GUEST: AMB. RIC GRENELL (Former Acting Director of National Intelligence) on his decision to step down as president of the Trump Kennedy Center, the latest escalations in the Iran conflict, and the administration's strategic goals in the Middle East. WEBSITE: RichardGrenell.com SOCIAL MEDIA: X.com/RichardGrenell 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, March 26, 2026 / 8 AM HourSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

WMAL GUEST: KURT SCHLICHTER (Senior Columnist at Townhall, Lawyer, and COL(R) US Army) on his new book "Blue Flame," the Army raising the enlistment age to 42, and his take on the latest developments from CPAC. WEBSITE: Townhall.com SOCIAL MEDIA: X.com/KurtSchlichter 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, March 26, 2026 / 8 AM HourSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In the 5 AM Hour: Larry O’Connor and Beverly Hallberg discussed: Larry Arrives in Dallas: Larry talks about his experience flying to Dallas for the 2026 CPAC Convention and how ICE has been assisting the TSA agents. RNC Midterm Convention?: President Trump and the Republican National Committee are strongly considering Dallas as the site of an unusual midterm convention later this year. Army Eases on Age and Pot: Army raises enlistment age to 42, eases marijuana restrictions. Brennan Trusts Iran: Obama’s former CIA Director John Brennan says “I tend to believe Iran more than I do Donald Trump.” 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, March 25, 2026 / 5 AM HourSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In the 6 AM Hour: Larry O’Connor and Beverly Hallberg discussed: INTERVIEW: Cal Thomas: Syndicated Columnist on Iran, the fight to fund the DHS and Delta Air Lines revoking perks for Congress until shutdown is over. SAVE Act Update: Senate Majority Leader John Thune (R-SD) is running into early resistance to passing elements of the SAVE America Act through reconciliation. Critter News: Vaping squirrels, seven stolen dogs from a Chinese meat factory, a capybara escapes from England zoo. Tampons in Maryland Men’s Rooms: Maryland bill would mandate tampons in men’s bathrooms. 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, March 25, 2026 / 6 AM HourSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In the 7 AM Hour: Larry O’Connor and Beverly Hallberg discussed: INTERVIEW: Rep. Jim Jordan: R-Ohio and Chairman of House Judiciary Committee on recent subpoenas of prosecutors in cases involving protests outside Stephen Miller’s home and the murder of Stephanie Minter in Fairfax. INTERVIEW: Jeff Ryer & John Reid: The new Chairman of Republican Party of Virginia along with the former VA Lt. Governor Candidate and current Referendum Ambassador for the Virginia Republican Party discuss the redistricting power grab by Virginia Democrats and the duo’s efforts to help Republicans get out the vote. Italian Man weighs in on DC Dating: Larry and Beverly recall their DC dating experiences after an Italian man goes viral for trashing the women he’s dated in DC. Data Center Companies & Neighborhoods: Homeowners and farm owners being offered millions of dollars by companies to allow data centers to be built on their current properties. 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, March 25, 2026 / 7 AM HourSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.