Larry O’Connor, co-host of Mornings On The Mall with Brian Wilson on Cumulus News-Talk WMAL/Washington will kick off the New Year by moving to afternoon drive — the cleverly named Larry O’Connor Show will air weekdays from 3-6pm ET beginning January 2, 2017. This new solo timeslot is an extension of the bonus 5pm hour O’Connor has hosted on WMAL since 2014.

Bill Hess, PD of WMAL and VP of News-Talk for Cumulus Media commented, “Larry’s success, both on our morning and 5pm shows, has positioned him perfectly to re-open the local afternoon daypart on WMAL. He’s smart, entertaining and an engaging storyteller who will anchor a program built on the stories of the day, with expanded service elements for our busy D.C. commuters.” O’Connor said, “During this time of unprecedented change and interest in Washington DC, it’s an exciting and humbling opportunity to help facilitate an entertaining and provocative conversation on a station as important and influential as WMAL. Although I will miss my talented and generous co-host Brian Wilson, I will admit I’m looking forward to getting a few hours of extra sleep.”

Mr. Hess has now commenced the search for a new morning co-host to work with Brian Wilson. Interested candidates should send their packages to Bill.Hess@Cumulus.com.