O'Connor & Company

In the 5 AM hour, Larry O’Connor and Cassie Smedile discussed: CHRISTMAS DECORATIONS: Debate on whether it's bad to still have decorations up, with traditional guidelines like Epiphany on January 6. MORE CHRISTMAS TALK: Continuation on holiday topics, including Cassie and kids receiving too many gifts. THE NATION ARTICLE: Radical left publication The Nation acknowledges Antifa's existence and role in identifying neo-Nazis, amid dismissals from liberals. 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, January 13, 2026 / 5 AM HourSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In the 6 AM hour, Larry O’Connor and Cassie Smedile discussed: Norah O’Donnell and Iranian Crown Prince Reza Pahlavi clash about what's next for Iran amid protests. A Democratic lawmaker’s details her proposal to award AP credits for shop classes Rising property assessments in Maryland - homeowners reacting to repeated increases in home values and assessments. 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, January 13, 2026 / 6 AM HourSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In the 7 AM hour, Larry O’Connor and Cassie Smedile discussed: JOHN MYRICK INTERVIEW: Republican candidate discusses rising property assessments for Marylanders, Governor Moore's no-tax-raise stance amid budget deficit, and skyrocketing electricity bills. MARYLAND PRIORITIES: Governor Wes Moore outlines investments in public safety, education, and housing without raising taxes. RUBIO RESPONSE: Secretary of State Marco Rubio torches EU critics over U.S. actions in Venezuela, highlighting hypocrisy on international law. 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, January 13, 2026 / 7 AM HourSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In the 8 AM hour, Larry O’Connor and Cassie Smedile discussed: DR. MATTHEW SPALDING INTERVIEW: Hillsdale College discusses America 250 initiatives for the year. SEN. MARSHA BLACKBURN INTERVIEW: Senator pushes bill to deport and denaturalize fraudsters amid Minnesota scandal, targeting illegal immigrants and naturalized citizens. RUBIO UPDATE: Secretary Marco Rubio responds to EU critics on Venezuela, emphasizing U.S. security interests and hypocrisy in international complaints. 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, January 13, 2026 / 8 AM HourSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

WMAL GUEST: JOHN MYRICK - Republican Running for Maryland Governor SOCIAL MEDIA: X.com/JohnMyrickForMD WEBSITE: JohnMyrickForMDGovernor.org 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, January 13, 2026 / 7 AM HourSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.