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Red Eye Radio

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Red Eye Radio is the pre-eminent syndicated overnight radio show hosted by radio vets Gary McNamara and Eric Harley airing Monday through Friday, Midnight to 5am Central. Targeted at long haul truckers, Red Eye Radio has broadened its mission to include virtually everyone living and working non-traditional hours. The audience includes shift workers, travelers, truck drivers and others who embrace the new 24/7 lifestyle, with many restaurants, retailers and other business establishments open round the clock. Red Eye Radio is the successor to Midnight Trucking Radio Network, a program whose roots go back 40 years. Each night the hosts of Red Eye Radio review the headlines, cover the issues that matter and keep listeners tuned-in with insight and perspective. Also on the agenda popular culture, family issues and detailed national weather forecasts.
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04-20-26 Part One - Omar's "Not" Worth

In part one of Red Eye Radio with Gary McNamara and Eric Harley, Gary flies solo this morning as Eric takes some personal time off. We begin by reports that Ilhan Omar says she isn’t a multimillionaire by blaming an accounting error. President Trump has suggested the Minnesota congresswoman profited from a massive welfare fraud scandal still being investigated. Congresswoman Omar and her husband Tim Mynett have a net worth between $6 million to $30 million according to their 2025 disclosure. How...

Apr 20, 20261 hr 16 min

04-20-26 Part Two - Schumer's Beef with FIFA

In part two of Red Eye Radio with Gary McNamara and Eric Harley, Gary flies solo this morning as Eric takes some time off. We begin this hour with Sen. Chuck Schumer calling for FIFA to cover the full rail cost for New Yorkers attending the World Cup as NJ Transit train ticket prices are set for $150 to get to MetLife Stadium for matches. Schumer released a statement on Sunday calling on FIFA to pay the full fair which is astronomically higher than the regular cost to travel from Penn Station to...

Apr 20, 202638 min

04-17-26 Part One - The Race for Governor in California

In part one of Red Eye Radio with Gary McNamara and Eric Harley, we take a look at the latest polls in the California Governor's race. The scrambled race for California governor left in the wake of Eric Swalwell’s sexual misconduct allegations isn’t officially Gov. Gavin Newsom’s mess. But it’s one that many top Democrats want him to consider trying to clean up. Also Democrats are once again playing identity politics by wanting a "white male Christian man" to lead their party, audio from Kathy G...

Apr 17, 20261 hr 16 min

04-17-26 Part Two - Hunter's Hideout

In part two of Red Eye Radio with Gary McNamara and Eric Harley, embattled former first son Hunter Biden has reportedly moved out of the United States amid mounting legal issues, just a year after his father left the presidential office in 2025. It remains unclear where the first son of former President Joe Biden has relocated. However, the 56-year-old previously indicated late last year that he had been visiting Cape Town in South Africa, where his wife, Melissa Cohen Biden, is originally from....

Apr 17, 202638 min

04-16-26 Part One - Swalwell Scandal Intensifies

In part one of Red Eye Radio with Gary McNamara and Eric Harley, White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt slammed Democrats on Wednesday over mounting sexual assault allegations against former Rep. Eric Swalwell, questioning what they knew and why no one spoke out sooner. Swalwell announced Monday that he would step down from the House after four women came forward accusing the longtime congressman of assault. The mounting allegations, which ultimately derailed his political future, followed...

Apr 16, 20261 hr 16 min

04-16-26 Part Two - A Ticket to Ride

In part two of Red Eye Radio with Gary McNamara and Eric Harley, a jury has found that concert giant Live Nation and its Ticketmaster subsidiary had a harmful monopoly over big concert venues, dealing the company a loss in a lawsuit over claims brought by dozens of states. A Manhattan federal jury deliberated for four days before reaching its decision on Wednesday in the closely watched case, which gave fans the equivalent of a backstage pass to a business that dominates live entertainment in th...

Apr 16, 202638 min

04-15-26 Part One - It's Tax Day!

In part one of Red Eye Radio with Gary McNamara and Eric Harley, today is the deadline for filing your taxes for tax year 2025. The guys begin by discussing their specific tax details and how Social Security guidelines are specific for last year. Also The Department of the Treasury and the IRS issued proposed regulations that would provide rules and definitions related to the new excise tax under the One, Big, Beautiful Bill, paying interest on the national debt and where does you tax dollar act...

Apr 15, 20261 hr 16 min

04-15-26 Part Two - Corporate Tariff Refunds

In part two of Red Eye Radio with Gary McNamara and Eric Harley, President Trump's administration plans to launch next Monday the system it will use for ​issuing refunds to American importers for $166 billion the companies paid in tariffs that ‌the U.S. Supreme Court struck down in February as unlawful. U.S. Customs and Border Protection said, opens new tab in a court filing on Tuesday that it has completed the development of the initial phase of the refund system, known as CAPE. ​The system wil...

Apr 15, 202638 min

04-14-26 Part One - All Talk and No Action

In part one of Red Eye Radio with Gary McNamara and Eric Harley, Gary is back and feeling better after a nauseating weekend. We jump right into the news with the latest on the Iranian war. A second round of face-to-face negotiations between Iran and the United States is being discussed. The Associated Press reports that fresh talks could also take place as early as Thursday. President Trump is considering proposing a 6 to 20 year moratorium on any level of military engagement from Iran towards a...

Apr 14, 20261 hr 16 min

04-14-26 Part Two - Raised on Radio

In part two of Red Eye Radio with Gary McNamara and Eric Harley, the guys reflect on their individual upbringing and the values their parents instilled in each of them. As Gary's father turned 100 this past weekend, he pointed out how his radio career brought validation and respect from his parents and fueled his career as a radio talk show host. Also as tax day looms tomorrow, local property taxes is discussed, taxes and affordability remain paramount with voters and society's disrespect for th...

Apr 14, 202638 min

04-13-26 Part One - No Deal in Islamabad

In part one of Red Eye Radio with Gary McNamara and Eric Harley, with Gary out sick, Eric flies solo this morning and begins with the Vice President's delegation attending a series of meetings in Islamabad over the weekend resulting in no agreement with Iran. With a week remaining in the ceasefire, we will see if President Trump will resume military strikes in the ensuing days. Also audio from the President on the Fox News Channel with Maria Bartiromo discussing the future of Iran now that talks...

Apr 13, 20261 hr 16 min

04-13-26 Part Two - Trump says "No Leo"

In part two of Red Eye Radio with Gary McNamara and Eric Harley, with Gary out sick, Eric flies solo this morning and starts with audio from the President saying that he's 'not a fan of Pope Leo'. Also this week lawmakers return to address DHS funding, more details emerge on the Eric Swalwell scandal and how this will effect the Democratic party in California, Kamala Harris is "thinking about" another Presidential run, Eric shares his Mom and Grandson's Birthdays and although under the weather, ...

Apr 13, 202638 min

04-10-26 Part One - The State of the Economy

In part one of Red Eye Radio with Gary McNamara and Eric Harley, we begin the show with economic news as the inflation report is released today. Consumer and government spending is dicussed as affordability remains the key concerns for every consumer. Also President Trump takes to social media calling out the low IQs of those who challenge MAGA. He also took on the Wall Street Journal by taking credit for the success of the war on Iran. For more talk on the issues that matter to you, listen on r...

Apr 10, 20261 hr 16 min

04-10-26 Part Two - The Democratic Dilusion

In part two of Red Eye Radio with Gary McNamara and Eric Harley, the left continues to favor Sharia law in support of Iran despite President Trump's plan to inialate the evil regime. Also the Supreme Court on Thursday rejected a self-described "progressive" candidate’s bid to enter Ohio’s Republican primary, leaving in place a decision by state election officials to disqualify him for misrepresenting his party affiliation. Samuel Ronan, a former Democratic state and national candidate, attempted...

Apr 10, 202638 min

04-09-26 Part One - Enforcing a Ceasefire

In part one of Red Eye Radio with Gary McNamara and Eric Harley, President Trump agreed to a two-week ceasefire with Iran on Tuesday. The move came after talks with Pakistani Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif, who urged Trump to delay any further U.S. military action while both sides continued to negotiate. The President posted on Truth Social that U.S. military would be on standby until a “REAL AGREEMENT” with Iran is secured. “All U.S. Ships, Aircraft, and Military Personnel, with additional Ammun...

Apr 09, 20261 hr 16 min

04-09-26 Part Two - Trump Derangement Syndrome Derails

In part two of Red Eye Radio with Gary McNamara and Eric Harley, a Democratic candidate for a seat in the Georgia House of Representatives said supporters of President Trump should not be allowed to post anything online for four years. Suzanna Karatassos who calls herself a “progressive fighter” on her Instagram page, said in a since-deleted video that when Democrats begin “rebuilding” America, Trump supporters should face “punishment” for their votes. Also the market's positive response to the ...

Apr 09, 202638 min

04-08-26 Part One - Straightening the Strait

In part one of Red Eye Radio with Gary McNamara and Eric Harley, President Trump announced Tuesday that, based on conversations with Pakistani Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif and Field Marshal Asim Munir, he will delay the "bombing and attack of Iran" for two weeks. The president said the postponement is subject to the Islamic Republic of Iran agreeing to "the COMPLETE, IMMEDIATE, and SAFE OPENING of the Strait of Hormuz." Also audio from retired General Keith Kellogg, Jr. on the future of the Ira...

Apr 08, 20261 hr 16 min

04-08-26 Part Two - One Last Liberal Patriot

In part two of Red Eye Radio with Gary McNamara and Eric Harley, we learn of The Liberal Patriot closing their doors due to lack of donations from the Democratic base. Ruy Teixeira's final post referenced the Democrats’ catastrophic defeat in the 2024 election and the obvious need for serious party-wide change, “Is Our Democrats Learning?” At the time, he saw little evidence that Democratic learning was, in fact, taking place. Posing this question again in early spring 2026, Democrats continue n...

Apr 08, 202638 min

04-07-26 Part One - Pakistan's Art of the Deal

In part one of Red Eye Radio with Gary McNamara and Eric Harley, Pakistan has proposed a two-stage plan to end the US-Israel war on Iran and reopen the Strait of Hormuz with both sides now mulling the framework. Axios first reported on Sunday that the US, Iran and regional mediators were discussing a potential 45-day ceasefire as part of a “two-phased deal” that could lead to a permanent end to the war. Under the proposal, a ceasefire would take effect immediately, reopening the Strait of Hormuz...

Apr 07, 20261 hr 16 min

04-07-26 Part Two - An Important Centenarian

In part two of Red Eye Radio with Gary McNamara and Eric Harley, as Gary's father approaches his 100th birthday, the guys discuss the fragility of life and treasuring the moments and memories as their parents respectively battle dementia. Also "woof!" An Orange County dog was allowed to cast a ballot as Democrats try to stop a voter-ID initiative, Homeland Security Secretary Markwayne Mullin on Monday questioned whether cities with international airports that do not work with the DHS should face...

Apr 07, 202638 min

04-06-26 Part One - A Daring Rescue

In part one of Red Eye Radio with Gary McNamara and Eric Harley, in what President Trump called "one of the most daring search and rescues in US history", a Pentagon official warns Tehran the Airman's rescue shows the US can penetrate enemy territory 'anywhere' in Iran. Former Pentagon official Brent Sadler said "Not only can we rescue our pilots, but we can also go to where we need to secure nuclear equipment or the remainders of their leadership." Sadler's comments come after the rescue of a U...

Apr 06, 20261 hr 16 min

04-06-26 Part Two - California's Pricey Petrol

In part two of Red Eye Radio with Gary McNamara and Eric Harley, a six month CBS News investigation reveals California drivers pay the highest gas prices in the nation. As the conflict in the Middle East increases gas prices globally, California gas continues to be the most expensive in the nation, rising above $6 a gallon but there's no indication of price gouging. Also the reasons why companies are leaving California in droves plus much more! For more talk on the issues that matter to you, lis...

Apr 06, 202638 min

04-03-26 Part One - Bondi Bounced

In part one of Red Eye Radio with Gary McNamara and Eric Harley, don't attach deity status to any politician. Focus on the ideas / NYPD stats reveal a spike in antisemitic hate crimes / Pam Bondi is out as Attorney General / Jonathan Turley comments on birthright citizenship / The original intent of the 14th amendment. For more talk on the issues that matter to you, listen on radio stations across America Monday-Friday 12am-5am CT (1am-6am ET and 10pm-3am PT), download the RED EYE RADIO SHOW app...

Apr 03, 20261 hr 16 min

04-03-26 Part Two - Mamdani's Flailing

In part two of Red Eye Radio with Gary McNamara and Eric Harley, In Canada gender equity cards take center stage at the 2026 NDP leadership convention / The audio cut of the week / The NY Post has the story: ‘ Dictator’ Mamdani has even his far-left NYC Council allies seeing red: ‘He’s flailing’ For more talk on the issues that matter to you, listen on radio stations across America Monday-Friday 12am-5am CT (1am-6am ET and 10pm-3am PT), download the RED EYE RADIO SHOW app, asking your smart spea...

Apr 03, 202638 min

04-02-26 Part One - A Deal Or You're Dead

In part one of Red Eye Radio with Gary McNamara and Eric Harley, Gavin Newsom's new political strategy: Republicans! You're gay! / President Trump's prime-time speech...could his poll numbers be the reason he addressed the nation? / An instant gratification society wants a quick end to U.S. action in Iran / The coverage of the launch of Artemis II / In Canada, the NDP leadership convention has turned into a full blown SNL sketch with delegates arguing over gender equity cards, pronouns and speak...

Apr 03, 20261 hr 16 min

04-02-26 Part Two - Birthright Citizenship

In part two of Red Eye Radio with Gary McNamara and Eric Harley, the Supreme Court discusses birthright citizenship / The original intent of the 14th amendment / GOP leaders Thune and Johnson boost two-track approach to funding DHS / Trump's "Liberation Day" was one year ago today. For more talk on the issues that matter to you, listen on radio stations across America Monday-Friday 12am-5am CT (1am-6am ET and 10pm-3am PT), download the RED EYE RADIO SHOW app, asking your smart speaker, or listen...

Apr 02, 202638 min

04-01-26 Part One - Countdown To Artemis II

In part one of Red Eye Radio with Gary McNamara and Eric Harley, the countdown is on for the Artemis II moon launch / The midterms and the price of gas are putting on pressure to ramp down the military action in Iran / Karl Rove and CEO of JPMorgan Chase Jamie Dimon both comment on the mass exodus of billionaires from blue states / Former Obama Advisor Robert Wolf says NYC Mayor Mamdani's out of control taxes won't work. For more talk on the issues that matter to you, listen on radio stations ac...

Apr 01, 20261 hr 16 min

04-01-26 Part Two - Absurdity Of Justice Jackson

In part two of Red Eye Radio with Gary McNamara and Eric Harley, a National Review article titled "The Supreme Court Rejects Ideological Orthodoxy Masquerading as Public Health" / Scott Jennings previews what he thinks President Trump will talk about in his prime time address to the nation Wednesday night / Trump plans to attend oral arguments in SCOTUS birthright citizenship case. For more talk on the issues that matter to you, listen on radio stations across America Monday-Friday 12am-5am CT (...

Apr 01, 202638 min

03-31-26 Part One - There Are Still No Kings

In part one of Red Eye Radio with Gary McNamara and Eric Harley, we begin with audio from Brit Hume saying 'how successful the No Kings demonstrations are .. because there are still no Kings'. Also an article reveals a demographic breakdown showing Democrats in decline, golfer Gary Woodland's still performing well after announcing major PTSD diagnosis and comments on Tiger Wood's DUI arrest. For more talk on the issues that matter to you, listen on radio stations across America Monday-Friday 12a...

Mar 31, 20261 hr 16 min

03-31-26 Part Two - The Greedy Democrats

In part two of Red Eye Radio with Gary McNamara and Eric Harley, we discuss the notion of greed from the liberal left featuring a classic audio clip from Milton Friedman on the Phil Donahue Show. We point out the comparison of not being greedy by simply having a successful business versus the left's greedy agenda of 'taking what you have' and hiking tax rates. Also the Washington state legislature votes to spike tax rates on luxury homes priced over 2 million dollars and the latest on the Irania...

Mar 31, 202638 min
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