In the 5 AM Hour: Larry O’Connor and Julie Gunlock discussed: Biden plans to address Trump ‘hush money’ verdict from the White House: report NY v. Trump: Closing arguments to begin as Merchan skirts decision on motion to dismiss Trump’s Memorial Day message on Truth Social Cori Bush, Ilhan Omar delete X posts mixing up Memorial Day and Veterans Day…

Today's panel includes Louise Burne, Political Correspondent with the Irish Mirror; Oisín Coghlan, Chief Executive Friends of the Earth Ireland; Bobby McDonagh, Former Ambassador to the UK and EU and Larissa Nolan, Features editor at the Reach group of newspapers and websites.Oleh RTÉ Radio 1

Send us a Text Message. Siobhainn sits down with celebrated multi-faceted author Colm Tóibín and learns about his creative process, fun asides, and even a bit of a song. He is a novelist, short story writer, journalist, and non-fiction writer. In short, a fascinating person. Colm Tóibín's novels include the following, in no particular order: The So…

Perhaps no extant product of the U.S. Constitution has received more bipartisan animus than the Electoral College. Since 1800 there have been more than 700 proposals introduced in Congress to amend or eliminate the way in which America chooses its presidents. Yet the Electoral College lives on. Why do we have this system? Why does it inspire such c…

In the 6 AM Hour: Larry O’Connor and Julie Gunlock discussed: Joe Biden makes surprise nighttime visit to Hunter’s ex Hallie Biden days before she testifies in first son’s gun trial DAILY MAIL: Joe and Hunter Biden used a visit to Sandy Hook memorial service to set up secret meet with Chinese over $10m-a-year deal, new emails reveal White House iss…

In the 7 AM Hour: Larry O’Connor and Julie Gunlock discussed: Biden delivers Memorial Day address at Arlington National Cemetery. President Biden laid a wreath Monday at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier at the Arlington National Cemetery in Virginia before honoring fallen troops during his annual Memorial Day address. Biden reflects on son Beau’s de…

In the 8 AM Hour: Larry O’Connor and Julie Gunlock discussed: WMAL GUEST: 8:05 AM - INTERVIEW - BYRON YORK - Chief political correspondent, Washington Examiner. Fox News contributor. Host of 'The Byron York Show' podcast - discussed Trump’s NY Trial and 2024 News SOCIAL MEDIA: https://x.com/ByronYork WMAL GUEST: 8:35 AM - INTERVIEW - MARY MARGARET …

WMAL GUEST: 8:35 AM - INTERVIEW - MARY MARGARET OLOHAN - a senior reporter covering culture and politics for The Daily Signal and author of new book “Detrans - True Stories of Escaping the Gender Ideology Cult” SOCIAL MEDIA: https://x.com/MaryMargOlohan BOOK: Detrans: True Stories of Escaping the Gender Ideology Cult Where to find more about WMAL's…

WMAL GUEST: 8:05 AM - INTERVIEW - BYRON YORK - Chief political correspondent, Washington Examiner. Fox News contributor. Host of 'The Byron York Show' podcast - discussed Trump’s NY Trial and 2024 News SOCIAL MEDIA: https://x.com/ByronYork Where to find more about WMAL's morning show: Follow the Show Podcasts on Apple podcasts, Audible and Spotify.…

WMAL GUEST: 7:35 AM - INTERVIEW - PETER SCHWEIZER - author of "Blood Money: Why the Powerful Turn a Blind Eye While China Kills Americans" SOCIAL MEDIA: https://x.com/peterschweizer WEBSITE: http://peterschweizer.com/ Joe Biden makes surprise nighttime visit to Hunter’s ex Hallie Biden days before she testifies in first son’s gun trial DAILY MAIL: …

WMAL GUEST: 6:35 AM - INTERVIEW - HUNG CAO - Republican running for U.S. Senate in Virginia and author of new upcoming book “Call Me An American” (Publication date ‏ : ‎ June 11, 2024) WEBSITE: https://www.hungforva.com/ Trump’s endorsement of Hung Cao Where to find more about WMAL's morning show: Follow the Show Podcasts on Apple podcasts, Audible…

In the 5 AM Hour: Larry O’Connor and Julie Gunlock discussed: MEMORIAL DAY SPECIAL OBSERVANCES AROUND D.C. National Park Superintendent sparks fury as she orders construction crew to stop flying the American flag because it 'distracts from the experience' ON FRIDAY: Special counsel asks judge for gag order in Trump classified documents case Where t…

In the 6 AM Hour: Larry O’Connor and Julie Gunlock discussed: Biden tells West Point graduates that he was "appointed" to the Naval Academy, where he "wanted to play football." Biden repeats football claim to West Point graduates at commencement address "BIDEN: "You can clap for that" Biden begs crowd to ‘clap’ while delivering West Point commencem…

In the 7 AM Hour: Larry O’Connor and Julie Gunlock discussed: WMAL GUEST: 7:05 AM - INTERVIEW - JOE DIGENOVA - legal analyst and former U.S. Attorney to the District of Columbia discussed: Discuss the Trump NY trial this week: Closing arguments for Trump’s trial begin Tuesday Trump attorney concerned jury instructions could be biased toward prosecu…

In the 8 AM Hour: Larry O’Connor and Julie Gunlock discussed: WMAL GUEST: 8:05 AM - INTERVIEW - JANE HAMPTON COOK - Presidential historian and author – reflected on Memorial Day and discussed her new patriotic children's books. JANE’S CHILDREN’S BOOKS AND WEBSITE: https://janecook.com/new-series-revolutionary-readers-for-americas-250th/ WMAL GUEST:…

WMAL GUEST: 6:35 AM - INTERVIEW - GABRIELLA HOFFMAN - IWF Center for Energy & Conservation Director and host of District of Conservation Podcast - Discussed the National Park Service’s American flag controversy SOCIAL MEDIA: https://twitter.com/Gabby_Hoffman Denali Superintendent Merrell told federal highway construction workers displaying an Ameri…

WMAL GUEST: 8:35 AM - INTERVIEW - ALEX KERSHAW - resident historian for Friends of the National World War II Memorial and author of new book "Patton's Prayer: A True Story of Courage, Faith, and Victory in World War II" – discussed Memorial Day and reflected on World War II. WEBSITE: https://alexkershaw.com/ WEBSITE: https://www.wwiimemorialfriends…

WMAL GUEST: 8:15 AM - INTERVIEW - COREY INGANAMORT - Vince Coglianese Show’s producer – discussed his wild Memorial Day weekend Trump flag flying boat excursion. VIDEO of Corey’s boat adventure: https://x.com/thebirdwords/status/1794711191409054130?s=46&t=JAP3tHVoDsAyO5r6QT5_IQ Where to find more about WMAL's morning show: Follow the Show Podcasts …

WMAL GUEST: 8:05 AM - INTERVIEW - JANE HAMPTON COOK - Presidential historian and author – reflected on Memorial Day and discussed her new patriotic children's books. JANE’S CHILDREN’S BOOKS AND WEBSITE: https://janecook.com/new-series-revolutionary-readers-for-americas-250th/ Where to find more about WMAL's morning show: Follow the Show Podcasts on…

WMAL GUEST: 7:35 AM - INTERVIEW - MARION WATKINS - Chief of Staff, Honor Flight Network – discussed the work of Honor Flight and Memorial Day. WEBSITE: https://www.honorflight.org LOOKING TO GREET VETERANS AT LOCAL AIRPORTS – BWI AND DCA? Here is a schedule: https://www.honorflight.org/schedule/ HONOR FLIGHT NETWORK MISSION: To celebrate America’s …

WMAL GUEST: 7:05 AM - INTERVIEW - JOE DIGENOVA - legal analyst and former U.S. Attorney to the District of Columbia discussed: Discuss the Trump NY trial this week: Closing arguments for Trump’s trial begin Tuesday Trump attorney concerned jury instructions could be biased toward prosecution: 'Zero confidence' in this judge ON FRIDAY: Special couns…

Ahead of his summer gigs in Ireland, legendary guitarist Johnny Marr talks to Brendan about growing up through music, the influence of his Irish family, and about the guitars that come with ‘songs in ‘em’, as featured in his new book, Marr’s Guitars.Oleh RTÉ Radio 1

Andrew McCarthy, Demi Moore, Rob Lowe, Emilio Estevez… We’ll be hearing a lot more about those Brat Pack actors in the weeks ahead, because of a new documentary 'Brats'. Writer Anna Carey takes a look at the original 1985 New York magazine article which coined the term, and assesses how it impacted their friendships and careers.…

Film Critic with the Business Post John Maguire and writer Esther O’Moore Donohue share their tips on what to watch in cinemas and on TV this weekOleh RTÉ Radio 1

Singer Mary Coughlan chooses five pieces of music that remind her of big moments in her life. Her choices included Bridie Gallagher, Chick Shack, Van Morrison, Billie Holiday, and Frank Sinatra. Her new single, More Like Bridget, was released this week, and is on the RTÉ Radio 1 Recommends list.Oleh RTÉ Radio 1

Fifteen years after his extraordinarily successful novel, Brooklyn, writer Colm Tóibín is back with a sequel, Long Island. He chatted with Brendan about being Irish abroad, about mothers, and about Donald Trump. More details about his readings at ColmToibin.ie.Oleh RTÉ Radio 1

In a week of departures from 2fm, Johnny B and Johnny Smacks talk to Brendan about the decision to bring their radio show to an end.Oleh RTÉ Radio 1

Leisha Redmond McGrath, chartered work and coaching psychologist, talks to Brendan about guiding teenagers towards their first summer job and the why we should teach this generation how to ‘earn a backbone.’Oleh RTÉ Radio 1

From setting the mood, to rustling up a light lunch, hotelier Noel Cunningham talks to Brendan about his fool-proof plans for entertaining at home this summer.Oleh RTÉ Radio 1

In the 5 AM Hour: Larry O’Connor and Patrice Onwuka discussed: Businesses solving crimes for police to fight theft rings New bill could enforce curfew for more Philadelphia businesses US service member critically injured, airlifted to Israel while working on Gaza aid pier Under an UNRWA building | The tunnel where the hostages' bodies were found Fo…

In the 6 AM Hour: Larry O’Connor and Patrice Onwuka discussed: 'A Failed Medical School': How Racial Preferences, Supposedly Outlawed in California, Have Persisted at UCLA Border Bill Goes Down in Flames on Senate Floor Catholic group Knights of Columbus sues Biden administration for denying permit for Memorial Day mass: ‘Way out of line’ UPDATE YE…

In the 7 AM Hour: Larry O’Connor and Patrice Onwuka discussed: WMAL GUEST: 7:05 AM - INTERVIEW - MARK PAOLETTA - Senior Fellow at Center for Renewing America, and co-editor of the book "Created Equal: Clarence Thomas in His Own Words" and worked on Justice Clarence Thomas’s confirmation Justice Samuel Alito is facing growing calls from Democratic l…

In the 8 AM Hour: Larry O’Connor and Patrice Onwuka discussed: WMAL GUEST: 8:05 AM - INTERVIEW - KASH PATEL - former federal prosecutor, former Deputy Assistant to President Trump and former Chief of Staff at the Department of Defense and author of “Government Gangsters” TRUMP RALLY: Trump vows to 'save' deep-blue New York City in massive, historic…

WMAL GUEST: 8:35 AM - INTERVIEW - VIRGINIA ATTORNEY JASON MIYARES - Jason Miyares @JasonMiyaresVA: Within hours of my filing, the Biden Administration reversed course and will now allow the Knights of Columbus to gather at the Poplar Grove National Cemetery this Memorial Day. It’s shameful that they were denied in the first place. Catholic group Kn…

WMAL GUEST: 8:15 AM - INTERVIEW - MIKE LITTERST - - Spokesperson for the National Mall and Memorial Parks in the National Park Service – Discuss what’s happening for Memorial Day on the National Mall WEBSITE: https://nationalmall.org/calendar/2024memorialday-nationalmall Where to find more about WMAL's morning show: Follow the Show Podcasts on Appl…

WMAL GUEST: 8:05 AM - INTERVIEW - KASH PATEL - former federal prosecutor, former Deputy Assistant to President Trump and former Chief of Staff at the Department of Defense and author of “Government Gangsters” Kash's books TRUMP RALLY: Trump vows to 'save' deep-blue New York City in massive, historic Bronx rally Ex-FBI director James Comey begs vote…

WMAL GUEST: 7:05 AM - INTERVIEW - MARK PAOLETTA - Senior Fellow at Center for Renewing America, and co-editor of the book "Created Equal: Clarence Thomas in His Own Words" and worked on Justice Clarence Thomas’s confirmation Justice Samuel Alito is facing growing calls from Democratic lawmakers to recuse himself from Jan. 6-related cases after news…

In the 5 AM Hour: Larry O’Connor and Mercedes Schlapp discussed: Larry and Mercedes discussed their very busy nights dealing with Naval Academy Graduations and CPAC’s congressional rankings event. Obama State Dept blocked FBI from arresting supporters of Iran nuclear program in US: Emails When asked about Raisi’s victims in Iran, @timkaine said, “Y…

In the 6 AM Hour: Larry O’Connor and Mercedes Schlapp discussed: AOC says Trump scheduled South Bronx rally because he’s ‘broke’ Ocasio-Cortez: Trump rallying in Bronx due to ‘legal version of an ankle bracelet’ Rep. Jasmine Crockett Files to Trademark ‘Bleach Blonde Bad Built Butch Body’ After Clash with Marjorie Taylor Greene Rep. Jason Smith on …

In the 7 AM Hour: Larry O’Connor and Mercedes Schlapp discussed: WMAL GUEST: 7:05 AM - INTERVIEW - NICKI NEILY - President of Parents Defending Education to discuss loca teachers planning to strike TOMORROW - MAY 24TH – “School Strike for Gaza” WEBSITE: https://defendinged.org/ ABOUT SCHOOL STRIKE FOR GAZA WMAL GUEST: 7:15 AM - INTERVIEW - SEN. RON…

In the 8 AM Hour: Larry O’Connor and Mercedes Schlapp discussed: WMAL GUEST: 8:05 AM - INTERVIEW - JOSH CHRISTENSON - New York Post reporter WEBSITE: https://nypost.com/author/jchristensonnyp/ JOSH CHRISTENSON: House committee votes to release evidence that Hunter Biden ‘indisputably’ lied under oath to Congress JOSH CHRISTENSON: EXCLUSIVE: NIH adv…

WMAL GUEST: 8:05 AM - INTERVIEW - JOSH CHRISTENSON - New York Post reporter WEBSITE: https://nypost.com/author/jchristensonnyp/ JOSH CHRISTENSON: House committee votes to release evidence that Hunter Biden ‘indisputably’ lied under oath to Congress JOSH CHRISTENSON: EXCLUSIVE: NIH adviser David Morens can’t recall if he deleted COVID records, laugh…

WMAL GUEST: 7:35 AM - INTERVIEW - ADMIRAL JAMES FOGGO - runs the Navy League’s Center for Maritime Strategy BIO: Admiral James Foggo: He commanded the attack submarine, USS Oklahoma City (SSN 723) in 1998, which was awarded the Submarine Squadron (SUBRON) 8 Battle Efficiency award and the Commander Fleet Forces Command Adm. Where to find more about…

WMAL GUEST: 7:15 AM - INTERVIEW - SEN. RON JOHNSON - (R-WI) Obama State Dept blocked FBI from arresting supporters of Iran nuclear program in US: Emails Sens. Johnson and Grassley Uncover Obama-Biden State Department’s Politically-Motivated Obstruction of FBI Law Enforcement Efforts Where to find more about WMAL's morning show: Follow the Show Podc…

WMAL GUEST: 7:05 AM - INTERVIEW - NICKI NEILY - President of Parents Defending Education to discuss loca teachers planning to strike TOMORROW - MAY 24TH – “School Strike for Gaza” WEBSITE: https://defendinged.org/ ABOUT SCHOOL STRIKE FOR GAZA Where to find more about WMAL's morning show: Follow the Show Podcasts on Apple podcasts, Audible and Spoti…

In the 5 AM Hour: Larry O’Connor and Julie Gunlock discussed: FBI was authorized to use ‘deadly force’ in classified docs search at Trump’s Mar-a-Lago, court filings reveal Bill Maher schools the View hosts on Israel and Gaza: “It’s a war!” He also admonishes the international community for giving Palestinians money which they used to buy guns and …

In the 6 AM Hour: Larry O’Connor and Julie Gunlock discussed: Key Trump witness nixed after Merchan's stringent rulings reveals what his testimony would have been. WMAL GUEST: 6:35 AM - INTERVIEW - CAL THOMAS on news of the day NY v. Trump: Defense rests Tuesday, triggering final stages of historic trial "These are the people calling Trump voters s…

In the 7 AM Hour: Larry O’Connor and Julie Gunlock discussed: WMAL GUEST: 7:05 AM - INTERVIEW - TIM HOLBERT – President, American Veterans Center BIO: https://americanveteranscenter.org/home/about-our-president/ WEBSITE: www.NationalMemorialDayParade.com The American Veterans Center (AVC) is proud to announce The 2024 National Memorial Day Parade, …

In the 8 AM Hour: Larry O’Connor and Julie Gunlock discussed: WMAL GUEST: 8:05 AM - INTERVIEW - HANS VON SPAKOVSKY - senior legal fellow, the manager of the Election Law Reform Initiative at The Heritage Foundation and a former member of the Federal Election Commission (FEC) Key Trump witness nixed after Merchan's stringent rulings reveals what his…

WMAL GUEST: 7:35 AM - INTERVIEW - JEFFREY TRIMBATH - president of Maryland Family Institute – discussed his group’s effort to work with churches about public policy and help them fight back against extreme woke legislation in Maryland. WEBSITE: https://marylandfamily.org/ SOCIAL MEDIA: https://x.com/mdfamilyinst Where to find more about WMAL's morn…