The Morning X with Barnes & Leslie is a deep dive into the world of popular culture with new episodes every weekday. Join award-winning hosts Steve Barnes (Atlanta) and Leslie Fram (Nashville) as they fly through the latest TV, music, movies, celebrity sleaze, and pop culture observations from the crazy world around us. Follow and listen on Apple Podcasts, iHeartRadio App, Pandora or wherever you get your podcasts. Listen to the show in Atlanta on 99X (100.5 FM) or via the 99X app. Others op ...
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Barnes, Leslie, and Jimmy sit down with The Bacon Brothers—Kevin and Michael Bacon In studio—to talk about their music, acting careers, and a mix of personal and professional stories. They discuss how they started making music together, the challenges of being taken seriously as a band with a Hollywood star in it, and how their independent label ca…
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Barnes, Leslie, and Jimmy sit down with The Bacon Brothers—Kevin and Michael Bacon In studio—to talk about their music, acting careers, and a mix of personal and professional stories. They discuss how they started making music together, the challenges of being taken seriously as a band with a Hollywood star in it, and how their independent label ca…
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Barnes, Leslie, and Jimmy sit down with The Bacon Brothers—Kevin and Michael Bacon In studio—to talk about their music, acting careers, and a mix of personal and professional stories. They discuss how they started making music together, the challenges of being taken seriously as a band with a Hollywood star in it, and how their independent label ca…
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Barnes and Leslie speak with Dr. Neha Pathak from WebMD about common myths and facts surrounding marijuana use, especially as 4/20 approaches. They discuss whether marijuana helps mental health, the dangers of edibles, its impact on teen brains, and driving under the influence. Dr. Pathak clarifies that marijuana can worsen mental health issues, ed…
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Barnes, Leslie, and Crash discuss the latest wedding trends for 2025, highlighting how ceremonies have become more elaborate and expensive. Key trends include booking venues before proposals, hiring wedding content creators, mismatched bridesmaid dresses, second bridal dresses, private last dances, and experiential wedding weekends. Custom dance fl…
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Barnes and Leslie share an uplifting update on musician Matthew Sweet, who suffered a debilitating stroke late last year while on tour. The stroke impacted the left side of his body, affecting his ability to walk, balance, and play guitar. Thanks to rehabilitation at Lady Madonna Center in Omaha, Nebraska, Sweet is making significant progress. His …
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Leslie dives into celebrity headlines, including Alec Baldwin's heated confrontation with a Trump impersonator who mocked the fatal Rust shooting. Baldwin eventually snapped, saying, “If there wasn’t a camera here, I’d snap your neck.” They also discuss Billy McFarland promoting Fyre Festival 2 despite having no confirmed artists and dodging questi…
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In this Celebrity Sleaze episode, Leslie covers the latest celebrity and entertainment news: Bill Murray's Roadhouse Prank: Bill Murray confirmed the long-standing rumor that he used to call Kelly Lynch's husband whenever Roadhouse aired, joking about Patrick Swayze's love scene with Lynch. Britney Spears Legal Update: Britney paid $2.12 million in…
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In this Best of The Morning X segment, Barnes undergoes a live polygraph test, with Crash, Leslie, and Jimmy firing off questions submitted by listeners. A professional examiner from Georgia Polygraph administers the test, explaining how it measures changes in respiration, blood pressure, pulse, and skin conductivity to detect deception. Key moment…
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In this Morning X round table segment, Barnes, Leslie, and Crash cover a mix of trending topics and bizarre stories: Delta Crash Fallout: Passengers from the Delta flight that landed upside down were offered $30,000 each as a "peace offering," not a final settlement. One passenger claims PTSD and physical injuries. Toilet Paper Warning: A viral vid…
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In this Morning X segment, Barnes, Leslie and Crash dive into the wild world of sports betting, breaking down some of the biggest wins, losses, and absurd wagers from the past year. Key highlights: Insane Bets: A bettor placed $11,255 on Caleb Williams going first in the NFL draft, only winning $56. Another risked $3.1 million on the Eagles, barely…
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In this Morning X segment, Barnes, Leslie and Crash dive into more Uber Horror Stories, sharing wild experiences from both drivers and riders. The stories range from funny to shocking, showing just how unpredictable a simple ride can be. Key moments: Dog Hair Disaster: Nicole shares how she and her husband got into an Uber covered in dog hair on th…
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Barnes, Leslie and Crash speak with Kevin McKinney, a passenger on the Delta flight from Atlanta to Columbia, South Carolina, that made an emergency landing after smoke filled the cabin. Kevin recounts how passengers first noticed an electrical smell before takeoff and how the situation escalated once airborne. Surprisingly, oxygen masks never depl…
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In this episode of Celebrity Sleaze, Leslie breaks down the latest entertainment news and pop culture stories: Michael Lohan Arrested: Lindsay Lohan's father, Michael, faces a felony charge of continuous family violence after allegedly assaulting his wife. He claims it’s a setup and says he has video evidence to prove his innocence. Gwyneth Paltrow…
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In this Best of The Morning X segment, Barnes, Leslie, and Jimmy play their signature prank game, Drive-Through Words in Your Mouth, with listener Amanda. The task? Get the drive-through employee to say, "We don't serve egg rolls," five times within 60 seconds—without revealing it's a contest. Key moments: Drive-Through Chaos: Amanda pulls up to an…
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In this Best of The Morning X segment, Ice Cube and Mike Epps join Barnes, Leslie, and Jimmy live in the studio for a wide-ranging conversation that includes music, movies, and some unexpected surprises. Key moments from the interview: Late Arrival: Ice Cube jokes about being 45 minutes late, blaming West Coast time and a night out with Charles Bar…
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In this Best of The Morning X segment, Barnes, Leslie, and Jimmy highlight someone you should know—Jonathan Jackson, a 14-year-old sophomore at Lassiter High School in Atlanta who scored a perfect 1600 on the SAT. Key points from the conversation: Perfect SAT Score: Jonathan found the test "fairly easy" and didn't guess on any questions. College Pl…
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In this episode of The Morning X, Barnes and Leslie catch up with Crash after returning from a week together in Mexico. They reflect, revealing quirky insights about each other—like Barnes' lightning-fast eating habits and Crash’s impressive beer tolerance. Barnes teases the identity of a major celebrity they encountered in the jungle but holds bac…
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Barnes and Leslie discuss Crash Clark’s coverage of two major Atlanta festivals over the weekend: the Beer, Bourbon & BBQ Festival at Atlantic Station and Oysterfest at Steamhouse Lounge. Key Takeaways: Beer, Bourbon & BBQ Festival Highlights: Location: Atlantic Station (Cirque du Soleil area) VIP access, tons of food, craft beers, and bourbon tast…
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Barnes shares some upcoming Apple innovations with Leslie and Crash based on newly discovered patents. Key Takeaways: iPhone SE 16 Price: $599 Features: Apple AI, extended battery life, enhanced performance Purpose: Affordable alternative ahead of the iPhone 17 Apple Ring Smart ring with HomeKit integration Controls lights, garage doors, and other …
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The Morning X Show Quiz Showdown will happen every Monday during the 7 AM hour! Register using this form for a chance to participate and win. The contest will be filled with questions based on The Morning X show content. How it Works: Each participant will have 10 questions related to the Morning X show. Scoring and Prizes: Answer 7-9 questions cor…
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In this episode of Celebrity Sleaze, Barnes and Leslie dive into the latest from the entertainment world: SAG Awards Highlights: Jane Fonda receives the Lifetime Achievement Award at 87, delivering a fiery speech about empathy. Kieran Culkin and Demi Moore continue their awards-season dominance, while "Only Murders in the Building" surprises with a…
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In this episode of Celebrity Sleaze, Leslie breaks down the SAG Awards, with Conclave winning Best Cast and A Complete Unknown earning Timothée Chalamet the Best Actor nod. Kieran Culkin and Demi Moore continue their awards season dominance, while Only Murders in the Building surprises everyone, including Selena Gomez. The Blake Lively and Justin B…
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Morning X – Dating Disasters and Embarrassing Moments Key Highlights: Barnes, Leslie, and JImmy shared a series of dating horror stories and embarrassing moments that prove how easily things can go wrong. From accidental phone calls to unforgettable dinner mishaps, here’s what stood out from listeners calling in... Top Stories: Accidental Butt-Dial…
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Morning X – Dating Disasters and Embarrassing Moments Key Highlights: Barnes, Leslie, and JImmy shared a series of dating horror stories and embarrassing moments that prove how easily things can go wrong. From accidental phone calls to unforgettable dinner mishaps, here’s what stood out from listeners calling in... Top Stories: Accidental Butt-Dial…
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Morning X – Dating Disasters and Embarrassing Moments Key Highlights: Barnes, Leslie, and JImmy shared a series of dating horror stories and embarrassing moments that prove how easily things can go wrong. From accidental phone calls to unforgettable dinner mishaps, here’s what stood out from listeners calling in... Top Stories: Accidental Butt-Dial…
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Morning X Top 5 Audio of the Week – Biggest Viral Moments Key Highlights: Barnes, Leslie, and Crash break down the top five audio clips making waves this week. From celebrity drama to moments in Mexico, here’s what stood out. Top 5 Clips: Kevin Spacey's Savage Rebuttal (1st Place): Guy Pearce accused Spacey of targeting him during L.A. Confidential…
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Dating App Horror Stories – The Worst Dates Ever Do you have a dating app story to share? Call us - 470-741-4999. Key Highlights: Barnes, Leslie, and Crash dove into the wild world of dating app horror stories, sharing personal experiences and calls from listeners. From fake profiles to creepy encounters, it’s proof that swiping right can go very w…
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Morning X Celebrity Sleaze – Top Entertainment Stories Key Highlights: Barnes, Leslie, and Crash break down the biggest entertainment news of the week. From the Oscars to Dexter's return and Matthew Perry's final days, here’s what stood out. Top Stories: Nick Offerman Returns as Oscars Announcer: Offerman will once again be the official voice of th…
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Morning X Celebrity Sleaze – Top Entertainment Stories Key Highlights: Leslie Fram breaks down the hottest celebrity gossip and entertainment news. From missed Hollywood opportunities to legal trouble and billion-dollar brands, here’s what stood out. Top Stories: Sharon Osbourne's Biggest Regret: Sharon admitted on Billy Corgan's Magnificent Others…
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Amnesia Stories – Life Without Memories Key Highlights: Barnes, Leslie, and Jimmy—discussed real-life experiences with amnesia after watching a Learning Channel special. They explored how amnesia isn't always total memory loss and can vary in severity. Caller Stories: Bobby's Car Accident: Woke up in the ER with no memory of the past year. Forgot h…
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The Morning X's "Keep One, Lose Two" Debate Key Highlights: The Morning X crew—Barnes, Leslie, and Jimmy—posed a provocative question to listeners: If you had to keep only one of the following and lose the other two, what would you choose? Sexual Contact: No sex, self-gratification, kissing, hugging, or any physical affection. Transportation: No dr…
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Claire Danes Talks Yale, Hollywood, and Takes The Fish Quiz Key Highlights: Mod Squad Role: Claire admits she never watched Mod Squad until she was cast in the film, watching just 2-3 episodes to get a feel for the show. College Life: Claire is a freshman at Yale, balancing acting and classes. Her course load includes graphic design, English modern…
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Queen’s Weekend Picks, Crash’s Oysterfest Origin, and Matt Nathanson Confusion Barnes, Leslie, Crash, and the Queen break down Atlanta’s weekend events, from concerts to sports, with plenty of side commentary. Key Highlights: Shows: Toro y Moi with Panda Bear – Friday, Tabernacle Billy Strings – Feb 21–22, State Farm Arena Sam Morril (comedian) – T…
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Barnes & Crash’s Mexican Misadventures and Queen’s Return Barnes and Crash broadcast from Punta Mita, Mexico, joined by Leslie and the Queen. From mariachi intros to lazy river antics, here’s what went down. Key Highlights: Resurrection Sunday: Crash hosts Resurrection Sunday at Mutation Brewing this week, noon to 4 PM. Mariachi Moment: Barnes wran…
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True Crime, Hollywood Scandals, and Million-Dollar Sports Deals Barnes, Leslie, and Crash break down the latest entertainment news, sports salaries, and streaming hits from Mexico. From new true crime docuseries to celebrity farm life, here’s what stood out. Key Highlights: Netflix's American Manhunt: Osama bin Laden: A three-part docuseries premie…
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Celebrity Sleaze and Hollywood Buzz from Mexico Barnes and Crash, broadcasting from Punta Mita, join Leslie to dive into the latest celebrity controversies and entertainment news. From Blake Lively’s legal drama to upcoming blockbuster projects, they cover it all. Key Highlights: Blake Lively vs. Justin Baldoni: Lively claims two actresses will tes…
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Morning X's Wild Shock Collar Trivia On this classic episode from The Morning X...Barnes, Leslie, Jimmy and Crash dive into a chaotic episode of Shock Collar Trivia, where contestants compete for Beastie Boys tickets—but not without some serious jolts. It’s painful, hilarious, and totally off the rails, with malfunctioning remotes, mistaken shocks,…
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Morning X's Wild Shock Collar Trivia On this classic episode from The Morning X...Barnes, Leslie, Jimmy and Crash dive into a chaotic episode of Shock Collar Trivia, where contestants compete for Beastie Boys tickets—but not without some serious jolts. It’s painful, hilarious, and totally off the rails, with malfunctioning remotes, mistaken shocks,…
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What Would You Tell Your 2000 Self? Barnes, Leslie, and Crash get philosophical while Barnes and Crash are broadcasting from Mexico. Listeners call in to share life lessons they wish they could tell their younger selves. From real estate regrets to saving CDs and spending more time with loved ones, it’s a mix of wisdom, missed opportunities, and so…
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What Would You Tell Your 2000 Self? Barnes, Leslie, and Crash get philosophical while Barnes and Crash are broadcasting from Mexico. Listeners call in to share life lessons they wish they could tell their younger selves. From real estate regrets to saving CDs and spending more time with loved ones, it’s a mix of wisdom, missed opportunities, and so…
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Celebrity Sleaze: Guy Pearce Calls Out Kevin Spacey, SNL’s Murder Joke & More Celebrity Chaos
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In this episode of Celebrity Sleaze: SNL 50 backlash to Guy Pearce calling out Kevin Spacey and Britney Spears' ex speaking out. Plus, Barnes and Crash have another bizarre encounter in Mexico, and a shocking new White Lotus storyline leaves viewers cringing. Top Stories & Best Moments: Ryan Reynolds’ SNL joke sparks legal controversy amid Blake Li…
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We're trying out a new request line automated system all seems to be going pretty well... The Morning X with Barnes and Leslie - Listen live weekdays 6-10 am eastern on 99X Atlanta (100.5 on the FM dial in Atlanta), at 99X.com, or in the 99X app. The show includes "Best of The Morning X" which will be on-demand via this podcast the same day after i…
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Fastball Drops by The Morning X The guys from Fastball stop by the Morning X after a sleepless night on the road from Nashville to Atlanta. Tony, Miles, and Joey are running on fumes. Highlights & Funny Quotes: Worst early gig? A dive bar in San Antonio called Taco Land, run by a guy named Ram, who decided on the spot to add them to the bill after …
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David Arquette & Courteney Cox Call in From Their Honeymoon In this surprise honeymoon call-in from The Morning X Archives, Scream star David Arquette checks in with Barnes and Leslie fresh off his wedding to Courteney Cox. The couple is celebrating in the most David Arquette way possible—by going on a roller coaster tour after a stint in the Carib…
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Barnes Joins the ATL Police Force (ish) This episode of The Best of The Morning X is pure chaos as Barnes tags along with Atlanta PD, riding shotgun for a night on the beat. Things escalate quickly—high-speed chases, sketchy excuses, and Barnes interrogating suspects like he's on Cops. The highlight? A Jamaican dude pulled over for speeding who adm…
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Barnes, Leslie, and Crash dive into another round of the Show Quiz Showdown, where listeners get a shot at winning $1,000—but will today’s contestant, Chrissy from Lawrenceville, experienced the most painful near-miss yet or walk with the $1000? Think you can do It? Sign up at 99X.com and take your shot. The Morning X with Barnes and Leslie - Liste…
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Barnes and Crash check in from Mexico, where they’re supposedly doing “geospatial data collection” for Barnes’ business, but let’s be real—things have already gone off the rails. Crash is more focused on making margaritas than science, and Leslie is just trying to figure out what the hell they’re actually doing there. Things take a turn when Barnes…
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The Top Sex Fetishes of 2024 & Crash’s Office Confession Barnes, Leslie, and Crash tiptoe through this very delicate topic—the top sex fetishes of 2024, as ranked by a Bumble-backed survey of over 4,000 people. Somehow, Crash reveals an office sex story (?!), Leslie loses it over the word cowgirl, and Barnes struggles to explain certain activities …
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Gavin Rossdale’s New Show, His Surprising Cooking Skills & A New Bush Album Incoming This episode is packed with an impromptu on-air call to Gavin Rossdale, where he dishes on his new cooking show, Dinner with Gavin Rossdale, streaming on Vizio’s WatchFree+. The conversation goes from food and tennis to his upcoming Bush album and a hilarious kitch…
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