Red Eye Radio

Red Eye Radio

For almost 50 years, Red Eye Radio has been a part of the fabric of the trucking industry by consistently providing professional drivers up-to-the-minute news, information, and entertainment. With coverage across the United States and most of Canada, Red Eye Radio is hosted by radio veterans Eric Harley and Gary McNamara. Eric and Gary give their expert opinions on the news that affects you. Red Eye Radio is motivated to deliver a positive, in-cab experience by helping trucker drivers/owner operators and fleet owners stay informed, engaged, and entertained on the road or wherever they are in their daily lives. The program airs Monday through Sunday from 1am – 6am EST on more than 240 AM/FM stations. read less

Our Editor's Take

Listeners can hear the best of overnight radio with the Red Eye Radio podcast. This program has become an essential show for long-haul truckers. The title of the program comes from it airing on the radio late at night. With this podcast version of the show, both truckers and people at home can stay updated any time with hosts Gary McNamara and Eric Harley.

The hosts examine the latest news and provide their expert opinions in each episode. They explore everything from pop culture to weather forecasts. Other topics include political updates, sports, and family issues. And they do this with insight and perspective. Its unique format welcomes an audience of non-traditional working hours. Truckers, shift workers, and those working around the clock can embrace Red Eye Radio.

The show has deep roots in the trucking community. Its predecessor, Midnight Trucking Radio Network,has a history dating back to 1969. Bill Mack, the founder of WBAP's late-night show, was the one to start the radio show. The original show had trucker news and country music. It remains a successful radio program targeting the needs of the trucking industry.

Since then, McNamara and Harley joined forces in Dallas, Texas to build their loyal audience. Red Eye Radio listeners can keep updated with the top stories. The hosts discuss the impact of hurricanes across Florida as well as political scandals.

Each Red Eye Radio episode examines the latest current affairs. The hosts analyze the cost of living by analyzing inflation numbers. They discuss political topics like what's going on in the White House. With decades of experience, McNamara and Harley inform and entertain listeners with ease.

Red Eye Radio's mission is to bring Americans a positive experience on the road. With tips on efficiency, this news podcast is not one to miss. Listeners can hear the show anytime. Each day's episode comes out in two parts for easier listening.

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