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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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On this episode of The Morning X, Barnes and Leslie count down the top five audio clips of the week. From concert heckling to concert filming, a national TV f-bomb, unlimited miles and a #2 at #1. It'll all make sense once you listen. The Morning X with Barnes and Leslie - Listen live weekdays 6-10 am eastern on 99X Atlanta (100.5 on the FM dial in…
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On this episode of The Morning X, Barnes and Leslie chat with the host of the podcast, Skye's The Limit, Skye Estroff. Skye, an Atlanta food expert shares her ultimate guide to the restaurants that will be open on Thanksgiving. If you're looking for a traditional holiday meal, or something out of the ordinary, Skye has you covered. If you want to e…
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In this episode of Celebrity Sleaze on The Morning X, Barnes and Leslie go over the latest Sean "Diddy" Combs accusation. Remember Girls Gone Wild? Get the details on the new docuseries about the popular video series coming soon. Cher and Richard Gere share some old stories, one fun, one disturbing. Plus, updates from John Krasinski, John Stamos, a…
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In this episode of Celebrity Sleaze on The Morning X, Barnes and Leslie take a look at Richard Gere's middle finger, which he flipped during the Today Show. Dave Portnoy's ongoing feud with Zach Bryan continues. Jay Leno tells the story of his tumble down a Pittsburgh hill that left him beat up. A beloved Simpson's voice actor is retiring and Don J…
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In this special episode of The Best of The Morning X, baseball legend Hank Aaron, affectionately known as "The Hammer," joins the show for his first-ever appearance. Hank reflects on his iconic career, including his historic 715th home run that broke Babe Ruth’s record. He shares the memorable story of fans running alongside him during that game, h…
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On this episode of the Best Of The Morning X, Barnes, Leslie, and Jimmy welcome Malcolm-Jamal Warner, Theo Huxtable, to the show. Malcolm reflects on his journey from a child star to a seasoned professional, crediting his focus and preparation for life beyond the iconic sitcom for his sustained success. He shares how he transitioned to directing du…
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On this episode of The Morning X, Barnes and Leslie welcome the Queen to the show for another weekend roundup. From Corey Kent's concert to the Atlanta Botanical Garden's festive lights, the team highlights must-see local events, including Mariah Carey’s holiday concert and Kristin Chenoweth’s performance at Atlanta Symphony Hall. Hockey games in G…
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On this episode of The Morning X, Barnes and Leslie welcome Queen to the show to talk about the minds of men. They discuss a poll revealing men’s real thoughts on loyalty, passwords, and “pants in relationships.” Queen shares her sassy takes, especially when discussing male birth control, daily intimacy, and the age-old debate over what constitutes…
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In this episode of Celebrity Sleaze on The Morning X, Barnes and Leslie get "Glick-ed." Gladiator II and Wicked are coming this weekend, will it drive everyone back to the movies? Wicked star Cynthia Erivo is asked a very inappropriate question, Cher dropped a very inappropriate word, Kristin Cavallari is looking for love, and Jay Leno came tumblin…
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In this episode of Celebrity Sleaze on The Morning X, Barnes and Leslie play a bit with Jelly Roll and a Royal promoting the Invictus Games. Britney Spears is done paying child support and you'll never believe what she paid to Kevin Federline. An alternative music God will join Oasis on the road. A Fleetwood Mac doc is in the works, and will you ge…
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On this episode of the Best Of The Morning X, Barnes, Leslie, and Jimmy continue the conversation with comedy legend Mike Myers. Mike opens up about life on Saturday Night Live, revealing behind-the-scenes stories about sketches, censorship, and working with legends like Dana Carvey and Elizabeth Hurley. From his thoughts on comedy as an art form t…
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On this episode of the Best Of The Morning X, Barnes, Leslie, and Jimmy continue the conversation with comedy legend Mike Myers. From a long-delayed lunch with a fan in Toronto to his deep-rooted inspirations for iconic characters, Mike shares stories that reveal his unique creative process. He recounts how his parents’ Liverpool roots and childhoo…
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On this episode of the Best Of The Morning X, Barnes, Leslie, and Jimmy welcome the legendary Mike Myers for a chat at Planet Hollywood in Atlanta. Mike shares stories from his career and personal life, reflecting on his journey from Saturday Night Live to creating Austin Powers. He opens up about taking a year off after the success of Wayne's Worl…
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On this episode of The Morning X, Barnes and Leslie talk to Crash about a concerning post he put on social media and then dive into The Morning X mailbag. Missives coming in from as far as Canada and inquire about Crash's schedule and will Jimmy ever return to the show? The Morning X with Barnes and Leslie - Listen live weekdays 6-10 am eastern on …
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On this episode of The Morning X, Barnes and Leslie advise on how to avoid scams targeting the elderly, and even a shocking SIM swap scheme that could compromise your phone. Plus, check out the new AI Grandma—a UK innovation designed to frustrate scammers by wasting their time. Keep your loved ones scam free this holiday season. The Morning X with …
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On this episode of The Morning X, Barnes, Leslie, and Crash check out a clip of young women trashing men in cargo shorts and ankle socks. So, they invited on a few 99X female listeners to join Leslie on the Fashion Panel. What you hear may shock you, men. Listener discretion is advised. The Morning X with Barnes and Leslie - Listen live weekdays 6-…
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In this episode of Celebrity Sleaze on The Morning X, Barnes and Leslie talk about the Governor's Awards, where Daniel Craig hinted at the next James Bond and then Root Beer bit somebody. Billy Bob Thornton wears 2 hats for this reason, this Hollywood A-lister is being accused of being a witch, and Benny Blanco says you should wash your balls, but …
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In this episode of Celebrity Sleaze on The Morning X, Barnes and Leslie talk about unfinished business in the ring, but will this huge rematch ever happen? Meanwhile, Diddy's troubles and the troubles of his "associates" keep piling up, hear today's latest. Gladiator II is coming and Pedro Pascal sheds some light on his character. Kim Kardashian go…
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On this episode of The Morning X, Barnes and Leslie call on music loving 99X listeners to challenge a 99X staffer to a "Song Summary Showdown." Deedra picks Planet Jill and the two go head-to-head trying to guess AI generated song summaries off of the 99X playlist. Will Deedra win the best of 5 showdown and walk away with a cool $99? The Morning X …
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In this episode of Celebrity Sleaze on The Morning X, Barnes and Leslie talk about Billy Corgan bidding at a charity auction to win some hand written lyrics. Armie Hammer's mother bought him the most unusual birthday present. Adele can drink how much white wine in an evening? Plus what's No. 1 at the box office and a Gladiator is set to host SNL. T…
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In this episode of Celebrity Sleaze on The Morning X, Barnes and Leslie dish on the big celebrity million dollar tequila heist. A normally sleazeless Marvel star now finds him self deep in the mud amid accusations of an affair. A powerhouse celebrity couple's adult daughter talks about her mental health. Martha Stewart gets felt up, Denzel backtrac…
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On this episode of the Best Of The Morning X, Barnes, Leslie, and Jimmy have a morality debate with their listeners: what do you do when faced with an unexpected windfall? From receiving too much change at the register to a major pricing error at a big-box store, callers of all ages weigh in with their choices and justifications. This is from the B…
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On this episode of the Best Of The Morning X, Barnes, Leslie, and Jimmy welcome Jeff Salyers, a Cobb County locksmith with a jaw-dropping story about a stolen safe, a little voice in his head, and a van parked behind a Kmart. Jeff recounts how a peculiar call to open a safe took an unexpected twist when he reveals the owner of the safe. The tale ta…
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On this episode of The Morning X, Barnes, Leslie, and Crash discuss Netflix’s massive streaming failure during the highly anticipated Mike Tyson vs. Jake Paul fight, unpacking the frustrations of viewers worldwide and dissecting the spectacle itself. Was the fight scripted? Did Tyson hold back? And what was the deal with those oversized gloves? The…
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On this episode of The Morning X, Barnes and Leslie tackle the ever-expanding tipping culture. What services or situations should you skip tipping for? Listeners call in to share their thoughts on everything from self-serve kiosks to hotel housekeeping, baristas, and even grocery store checkout clerks. The team dives into tipping etiquette, unpacki…
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On this episode of The Morning X, Barnes and Leslie take on the tipping culture that’s spiraling out of control. From iPads asking for 30% tips on coffee orders to bizarre tipping prompts at gift shops, listeners chime in with their pet peeves and tipping boundaries. The team debates what services truly deserve a tip and what crosses the line, shar…
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In this episode of Celebrity Sleaze on The Morning X, Barnes and Leslie dive into the details of Jake Paul's over-the-top boxing outfit. Hugh Grant's list of pet peeves keeps growing. Matthew McConaughey reveals some details of his most iconic movie line. Suge Knight dishes major dirt on the Diddy case from Prison, and Ray J, the guy in Kim Kardash…
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In this episode of Celebrity Sleaze on The Morning X, Barnes and Leslie take a look at the numbers of the big fight. Netflix smashed streaming records with Mike Tyson and Jake Paul's live sports debut, but were all those viewers overhyped? Tyson reflects on his comeback and near-death experience while stars like Shaq, Joe Jonas, and Ralph Macchio p…
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On this episode of the Best Of The Morning X, Barnes, Leslie, and Jimmy speak with inventor Sean Dix. Dix, who had no prior criminal record, is calling in from a federal prison to share the rise and fall of his groundbreaking dental invention. Sean developed a sterilized flossing device that garnered significant interest. Despite initial success an…
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On this episode of the Best Of The Morning X, Barnes, Leslie, and Jimmy speak with inventor Sean Dix. Dix, who had no prior criminal record, is calling in from a federal prison to share the rise and fall of his groundbreaking dental invention. Sean developed a sterilized flossing device that garnered significant interest. Despite initial success an…
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On this episode of the Best Of The Morning X, Barnes, Leslie, and Jimmy speak with inventor Sean Dix. Dix, who had no prior criminal record, is calling in from a federal prison to share the rise and fall of his groundbreaking dental invention. Sean developed a sterilized flossing device that garnered significant interest. Despite initial success an…
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Barnes shares a personal scare involving a moving truck at a neighbor’s house, a failed attempt at fitting a pickleball court in his backyard, and a free money-saving Chrome plugin. Leslie weighs in on the viral story of Peanut the pet squirrel’s tragic end and Barnes and Crash dive into the latest trends in TV size and pricing. Plus, the shockingl…
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In this episode of The Morning X on 99X, Barnes and Leslie pay tribute to their former colleague, Sean Demery, who passed away with a rare condition known as "locked-in syndrome." They introduce Jake Haendel, known as the "Miracle Man," who shares his incredible journey of surviving a similar condition. Jake recounts the harrowing experience of bei…
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In this episode of Celebrity Sleaze: a prison call from Suge Knight, who alleges a conspiracy involving Sean Diddy Combs, Snoop Dogg, Russell Simmons, and Dr. Dre. Knight goes even further, claiming relationships and interactions that would shock anyone, even hinting at stories about Justin Bieber's struggles in the industry. From there, Barnes and…
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A woman named Christy calls her dad to share a humorous predicament involving an owl that has nested in her Christmas tree. The conversation unfolds as Christy expresses her panic and confusion about the situation, while her dad offers advice and support. The call is revealed to be a prank, after all. This is from the Best of The Morning X vault. T…
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In this episode of The Best of Morning X, Barnes, Leslie and Jimmy dive into a series of jaw-dropping, can’t-believe-it tales from listeners who lived through some intense and, at times, hilarious life events. Merritt, a former Georgia Tech quarterback, recounts the harrowing ordeal of his college injury that left him with internal damage and barel…
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In this episode of The Best of Morning X, Barnes, Leslie and Jimmy dive into a series of jaw-dropping, can’t-believe-it tales from listeners who lived through some intense and, at times, hilarious life events. Merritt, a former Georgia Tech quarterback, recounts the harrowing ordeal of his college injury that left him with internal damage and barel…
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On this episode of The Morning X, Barnes and Leslie welcome the iconic Lou Diamond Phillips. From his memorable roles in La Bamba and Stand and Deliver to his impressive new action film Get Fast, Lou shares stories from his career, including his unexpected fan recognition from a Call of Duty role and his unforgettable time working with Denzel Washi…
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On this episode of The Morning X, Barnes and Leslie welcome Queen to the show to talk about "gay face." "Researchers" have identified a few facial features that may or may not determine if somebody is gay. Queen is very skeptical of the whole thing. The Morning X with Barnes and Leslie - Listen live weekdays 6-10 am eastern on 99X Atlanta (100.5 on…
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In this episode of Celebrity Sleaze on The Morning X, Barnes and Leslie discuss David Coulier's recent non-Hodgkin lymphoma diagnosis. Coulier is trying to keep a positive outlook despite the serious news. Residents in a town in Italy aren't happy that this American is returning. Diddy is still trying to get out on bail. The Rock talks about handli…
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In this episode of Celebrity Sleaze on The Morning X, Barnes and Leslie aren't very thrilled to announce the People Magazine Sexiest Man Alive. Leslie had somebody better in mind, who incidentally was rumored to be replacing a certain action star in an action franchise. Speaking of franchises this one is getting a 4th installment. A new name has be…
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On this episode of the Best Of The Morning X, Barnes, Leslie, and Jimmy welcome newlyweds Jason and Noelle to the show to play The Pet Peeve Game. The couple waste no time airing their dirty laundry and most annoying pet peeves about each other. This is from the Best of The Morning X vault. The Morning X with Barnes and Leslie - Listen live weekday…
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On this episode of the Best Of The Morning X, Barnes, Leslie, and Jimmy dive into the story of Phil Barron, a devoted Creed fan who is now suing the band following a disastrous concert experience in Chicago. Phil describes how Creed’s lead singer, Scott Stapp, appeared disoriented on stage, stumbling through just a few songs, unable to remember lyr…
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On this episode of The Morning X, Barnes and Leslie take listeners through the latest dating trends for 2025, from “smutton” and “yap trapping” to “grim keeping” and “freak matching.” They break down each term and see how well Crash can guess their meanings. The Morning X with Barnes and Leslie - Listen live weekdays 6-10 am eastern on 99X Atlanta …
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On this episode of The Morning X, Barnes and Leslie clean out The Morning X voicemail. Listeners leave us their requests, their complaints, their two-cents on bits we did weeks ago, and God knows what. 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 …
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On this episode of The Morning X, Barnes and Leslie explore groundbreaking science with Dr. James Mahoney, a neuroscientist pioneering a new approach to addiction treatment. James discusses focused ultrasound technology—a noninvasive "brain zapping" method that targets craving centers in the brain, potentially revolutionizing addiction recovery. By…
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In this episode of Celebrity Sleaze on The Morning X, Barnes and Leslie talk about a celebrity couple's strange living arrangement - they don't live together. Another singing competition show is coming next year, this one produced and hosted by a couple of powerhouses. Jake Paul Vs Mike Tyson is coming, we check out a bit of the press conference. J…
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In this episode of Celebrity Sleaze on The Morning X, Barnes and Leslie talk about the huge ratings Yellowstone's season premiere raked in. One person who wasn't watching the Taylor Sheridan show was its former star. In other Sheridan news the cast of Landman was interviewed on British TV. A new toy release put the wrong website on their packaging …
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On this episode of the Best Of The Morning X, Barnes, Leslie, and Jimmy sit down with renowned filmmaker and author Michael Moore, known for his critical takes on corporate America. Moore shares stories from his film The Big One and his book Downsize This, highlighting his critique of companies that chase profits by outsourcing jobs. The discussion…
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On this episode of the Best Of The Morning X, Barnes, Leslie, and Jimmy sit down with renowned filmmaker and author Michael Moore, known for his critical takes on corporate America. Moore shares stories from his film The Big One and his book Downsize This, highlighting his critique of companies that chase profits by outsourcing jobs. The discussion…
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