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Hour 1: Another government shutdown and why 13 is considered unlucky

Author: Audacy February 13, 2026 Duration: 19:44

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WWL First News with Tommy Tucker from Audacy is your daily companion for staying ahead of the news cycle. Each morning, Tommy cuts through the noise to bring you the days breaking headlines, sharp analysis, and clear context, all in an engaging, conversational style. Beyond the top stories, the podcast keeps you fully updated with weather, sports, traffic, and more, so you can start your day informed and prepared. Listeners can expect timely coverage of major events, smart perspectives on issues that matter locally and nationally, and practical information that fits into a busy routine. Whether you catch every show or listen episodes on demand, this podcast delivers a fast-moving, news-first experience that respects your time while keeping you in the know.

* We’re getting another partial government shutdown. We’ll break down what’s going on * It’s Friday the 13th! Are you superstitious? Why is 13 considered an unlucky number anyway? We’ll spend some time with Barry Markovsky, a social psychologist who has studied superstitions and the spooky.

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