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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In part one of Red Eye Radio with Gary McNamara and Eric Harley, during a contentious appearance before the Senate Judiciary Committee, Attorney General Pam Bondi deflected when grilled by Sen. Dick Durbin about the legal rationale for the deployment of National Guard Troops to Chicago saying "if you loved Chicago as much as you hate President Trump, you wouldn't have these problems". Also Dick Durbin releases false information about ICE agent raids, a newly released CIA report details Ukranian ...
In part two of Red Eye Radio with Gary McNamara and Eric Harley, Eric Trump recently defended his father and attacked the Biden administration in a Newsmax interview that addressed James Comey. Eric Trump's comments came in response to accusations that his father has weaponized the Department of Justice against Comey and other political opponents. Also political bumper stickers are making driving hazardous and CBS News staffers upset that Barry Weiss was appointed Editor-In-Chief. For more talk ...
In part one of Red Eye Radio with Gary McNamara and Eric Harley, "The View" co-host Whoopi Goldberg suggested that Americans darken their skin and adopt Latin American accents to test whether they would be racially profiled by ICE agents as undocumented immigrants. Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem vowed that ICE agents "will be all over" the upcoming Super Bowl. This year’s event will feature Bad Bunny, the Puerto Rican reggaeton artist and U.S. citizen who has been outspoken in his criti...
In part two of Red Eye Radio with Gary McNamara and Eric Harley, as with politically minded artists from the 60s and 70s who use their lyrics and performances to convey their political positions, artists from all genres continue to do the same. Taylor Swift's newly released album is replete with hints of her position on the current cultural and political environment. Also a police union calls on Jay Jones to quit after claim more dead cops would mean fewer shootings and much more. For more talk ...
In part one of Red Eye Radio with Gary McNamara and Eric Harley, a federal judge has again blocked President Trump’s efforts to deploy National Guard troops into Portland in a late-night decision on Sunday. District Judge Karin Immergut ruled the action was unlawful and unconstitutional, issuing an emergency temporary restraining order to halt the deployment of California’s National Guard. The order also bars the use of troops from any other state or Washington, D.C. in Oregon. Now the President...
In part two of Red Eye Radio with Gary McNamara and Eric Harley, with four weeks to go in the New York mayoral race, Zohran Mamdani lays out his unique tax plan to bolster the budget for New York. Also the political TV commercial in Virginia exposing Jay Jones running for the Attorney General's seat and backlash from Pete Hegseth's speech on revamping military training. For more talk on the issues that matter to you, listen on radio stations across America Monday-Friday 12am-5am CT (1am-6am ET a...
Gary McNamara and Eric Harley critique "The View's" controversial claims about Christians owning guns, dissecting liberal arguments on self-defense, life, and the "object as evil" fallacy. They also examine the debate surrounding healthcare for undocumented immigrants and the Pope's stance, alongside the left's approach to transgender issues and government spending. The hosts criticize the "pathology of dependency" in Obamacare and energy policy, urging Republicans to push for structural reforms rather than merely extending subsidies.
In part two of Red Eye Radio with Gary McNamara and Eric Harley, a new poll reveals how Pennsylvania Dems feel about John Fetterman bucking his party. Fetterman's approval ratings flip dramatically as Republicans embrace the Pennsylvania Democrat. Also the wealth of the nation's billionaires, audio from Chris Cuomo on being wrong and Cracker Barrel ends it's relationship with re-branding firm Prophet. For more talk on the issues that matter to you, listen on radio stations across America Monday-...
In part one of Red Eye Radio with Gary McNamara and Eric Harley, amidst all the headlines of the Government shutdown, the war in Gaza and the politics of the day, the one headline that stood out amongst others was from the NY Times reading: "Seriously..Who Is Bad Bunny?!". Turns out he is the performer who is slated to perform at next year's SuperBowl half-time even though there is controversy surrounding that decision. Also day one of the Government shutdown produced a myriad of partisan opinio...
In part two of Red Eye Radio with Gary McNamara and Eric Harley, audio from JD Vance answering reporters and trying to explain what Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer is thinking as Democratic leaders hold out on keeping the Government operating. Also the high that liberals experience as they cling to their mindless ideology and dogmatic narrative is likened to "emotional support weed", a look at jobs numbers and much more. For more talk on the issues that matter to you, listen on radio statio...
In part one of Red Eye Radio with Gary McNamara and Eric Harley, "Sorry folks..the park's closed..the moose out front shoulda told ya" .. Vacation . Feels kinda weird but yeah..for the first time in five years, the Government is officially closed for at least two weeks as of midnight this morning. The big question on everyone's mind is "will this affect my social security and healthcare?" The short answer is .. no. Roughly 30% of federal employees are on furlough and some may not be returning to...
In part two of Red Eye Radio with Gary McNamara and Eric Harley, the Biden administration used the Transportation Security Agency to target Tulsi Gabbard, several Republican lawmakers, and hundreds of January 6 defendants. The TSA surveilled Gabbard under its Quiet Skies program, the Senate Homeland Security and Governance Committee confirmed after a whistleblower came forward with the allegation last year. Also a $2.2 billion solar plant in California scheduled to be turned off after years of w...
In part one of Red Eye Radio with Gary McNamara and Eric Harley, the clock is ticking to fund government and so far lawmakers do not have a path forward to avert a partial shutdown. Lawmakers have until midnight Wednesday to pass a short-term funding extension, or else the government will close. Also Philadelphia’s Office of Immigrant Affairs plans to hoist the red flag emblazoned with the star of the Chinese Communist Party in front of city hall today to celebrate the anniversary of the establi...
In part two of Red Eye Radio with Gary McNamara and Eric Harley, Jimmy Kimmel’s ratings spike was short-lived. Disney briefly suspended ABC’s "Jimmy Kimmel Live!" after the host’s remarks about the alleged assassin of Charlie Kirk sparked widespread backlash. After an about-face from Disney, the liberal comedian returned last Tuesday, and Kimmel’s emotional return drew a massive audience, but viewers haven’t stuck around. On Thursday, "Jimmy Kimmel Live!" averaged 2.3 million total viewers — a s...
In part one of Red Eye Radio with Gary McNamara and Eric Harley, NYC mayor Eric Adams drops out of mayoral race as Zohran Mamdani gains ground. Adams has also trailed both Mamdani and Andrew Cuomo significantly in campaign fundraising and spending. Also media reaction from the James Comey indictment, un-true beliefs about Charlie Kirk and a society that easily accepts whatever they are comfortable believing and introducing Tilly Norwood..the first AI actress complete with an agent and Facebook p...
In part two of Red Eye Radio with Gary McNamara and Eric Harley, with the Governor's race in New Jersey heating up, candidates face a number of improvements for residents from electricity rates to home owner's taxes. Also the "audio cut of the week" as a school board meeting took an unusual turn when a parent resorted to a dramatic display at the podium during her public comment by undressing in front of the board members and the crowd. The woman is a well-known parents' rights activist. For mor...
In part one of Red Eye Radio with Gary McNamara and Eric Harley, former FBI Director James Comey was indicted Thursday by a grand jury on two counts, alleged false statements within jurisdiction of the legislative branch and obstruction of congressional proceeding. The probe into Comey centered on whether he lied to Congress during his Sept. 30 2020 testimony about his handling of the original Trump–Russia probe at the FBI, known inside the bureau as "Crossfire Hurricane." He faces 5 years in pr...
In part two of Red Eye Radio with Gary McNamara and Eric Harley, more word salad from Kamala Harris as she makes the tour promoting her new book and some audiences are tired of the "salad". Also thousands censored by Google and Happy Birthday Gary! 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 listening at RedEyeRadioShow.com. Learn ...
In part one of Red Eye Radio with Gary McNamara and Eric Harley, three detainees shot, including at least one fatally, at a Dallas ICE facility yesterday. The suspected attacker was identified by sources to Fox News as 29-year-old Joshua Jahn, died after turning the gun on himself. In the wake of this shooting, liberals are up in arms demonizing ICE and blaming the Trump administration by telling bald face lies to gain votes in next year's mid-terms. Also audio from Gov. Ron DeSantis on the libe...
In part two of Red Eye Radio with Gary McNamara and Eric Harley, Americans across the board are seeing prices increase for the basic cost of living especially energy prices. Also audio from Scott Bessent mistakenly saying Trump respects the U.N. and the return of Hilary! 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 listening at RedE...
In part two of Red Eye Radio with Gary McNamara and Eric Harley, quoting a few lines from Kamala Harris' new book she mentions how she "moaned to her husband Doug how she lamented picking Tim Walz and was frustrated by his silly antics throughout the campaign". Also the latest polling on Republicans vs. Democrats in the upcoming mid-terms and the most important issues to address, more audio from Kamala with Rachel Maddow downplaying her choice of VP avoiding choosing a gay candidate while suppor...
In part one of Red Eye Radio with Gary McNamara and Eric Harley, "Jimmy Kimmel Live!" host Jimmy returned to host his show Tuesday night and insisted that he never intended to make light of Charlie Kirk's assassination in comments that led to his show's suspension. Tuesday night was the first show Kimmel hosted since Disney announced its return on Monday after nearly a week off the air. Also Google admits pressure from the Biden administration to release information on COVID 19, audio from Presi...
In part one of Red Eye Radio with Gary McNamara and Eric Harley, Jimmy Kimmel's show expected back Tuesday night. Sinclair broadcasting company will wait and see before airing the show again. Actor/Director Rob Reiner says Democrats should impose rules before talking to Republicans. The Biden administraton tried to entrap Tom Homen with a cash bribe. Trump held a press conference on Tylenol usage and autism. Prosecutors say the shooting at the ABC studio in Sacramento was politically motivated. ...
In part two of Red Eye Radio with Gary McNamara and Eric Harley, the Trump administration will not abide by California's new law that bans face masks from law enforcement. PennLive.com article featured on the show: Pa. college conservatives galvanized by Kirk killing: ‘We solve issues with ballots, not bullets’. Charlie Kirk's Turning Point USA is now the fastest growing political organization on the planet. For more talk on the issues that matter to you, listen on radio stations across America ...
In part one of Red Eye Radio with Gary McNamara and Eric Harley, at the Charlie Kirk memorial held Sunday in Glendale, Arizona, Charlie's widow Erika forgives her husbands alledged killer. Andrew McCarthey's article on an MSNBC sourced story that border czar Tom Holman alledgely took a bribe. Trump DOJ says there is no evidence to support the accusation. No deal yet to bring back Jimmy Kimmel. Another government shut-down is looming. Trump administration wants to make the immigration citizenshii...
In part two of Red Eye Radio with Gary McNamara and Eric Harley, Canada officially recognizes a Palestinian state. The Canadian Prime Minister faces brutal backlash on social media. Bill Maher see's the Democratic party goinig the democratic socialist direction. Kamala Harris' book tour starts tomorrow. Will it help or hurt her future politcal endeavors? A NY Post editorial on the Charlie Kirk memorial that was so much more than that...and the message it sent to the mainstream media. It's big ec...
In part one of Red Eye Radio with Gary McNamara and Eric Harley, Stephen Colbert laments 'tonight we are all Jimmy Kimmel' as the outgoing CBS host pays tribute to his fallen ABC colleague. The 'Late Show' host scolded the Disney network's 'blatant censorship'. Stephen A. Smith asks "where's the joke" referring to Kimmel's monologue filled with hate speech toward the late Charlie Kirk. Also Chuck Schumer questions whether the Epstein case was 'the real reason' Jimmy Kimmel's late-night show was ...
In part two of Red Eye Radio with Gary McNamara and Eric Harley, the message that Charlie Kirk brought to the students on college campuses and why it outraged the left. 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 listening at RedEyeRadioShow.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices...
In part one of Red Eye Radio with Gary McNamara and Eric Harley, we start with audio from Dick Durbin lableing his own party as a "party of murderers" all related to hate speech toward Charlie Kirk's murder. Also Disney is pulling ABC's "Jimmy Kimmel Live!" "indefinitely," Nexstar Media Group, which owns hundreds of television stations, announced earlier it would preempt Kimmel's show on its ABC affiliates starting Wednesday night "for the foreseeable future" and would replace it with other prog...
In part two of Red Eye Radio with Gary McNamara and Eric Harley, audio from The Joe Rogan podcast with guest Matthew McConaughey reads the Ten Commandments as Matthew quips "there are a lot of young coveters". Also discussion on temptation, jealousy and covetousness, audio from Senator John Federman on how we almost lost President Trump to an assassin's bullet and the tragic loss of Charlie Kirk, an ABC poll shows frightening numbers on the attempted assassination of Donald Trump and the accepta...
