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The Morning X with Barnes & Leslie

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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

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9:40

Tom Green’s Wild Take on the Oscars Snub

The Morning X with Barnes & Leslie ·

2025/10/17

Comedian Tom Green joins the show, immediately questioning the absence of Barnes.The tension builds as Leslie and Jimmy admit they are feeling "slighted, jealous, honestly, resentment" toward Barnes following an entire newspaper section devoted to him. Green then opens up about his polarizing career, confirming he wassnubbed by the Oscars but won five Razzies. We hear his controversial belief that they need a comedy category for films like Freddy Got Fingered. Then, the interview takes a turn as

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6:43

(NSFW) John Bobbit: Where the Man Who Got Sliced is...

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2025/10/17

The following content is for adult audiences. The Morning X tracks down John Bobbitt, years after his 15 minutes of fame, to find out what he’s doing now. Bobbitt called to announce he's flying to Atlanta to set up a "cyber sex thing" related to a website deal. You won't believe where he’s working now—a brothel called the Bunny Ranch near Vegas. Then, hear the contest idea proposed to attract John Bobbitt fans. We reveal the exact two shocking words Bobbitt uses to describe his own

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9:14

Queen's Weekend Picks: The Cult, Beer Festival, and...

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2025/10/16

We dive into the weekend plans: Should a rock band like The Cult be forced to perform in a venue "where there's no standing?". We debate whether there are sufficient railings at a rooftop beer festival being held on a helicopter landing pad. Plus, Queen details her love for soccer players and recounts the horrifying time she had to play hockey against Crash. Finally, Queen gives listeners a major warning about the Little Five Points parade and reveals the best (and safest) place to watch the bizarre

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6:51

Queen has Questions About Crash's Engagement

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2025/10/16

The Morning X and Queen explore the shocking engagement news concerning Crash. Queen revealed she nearly "drove off the road" when she heard the news. She, along with Leslie, was extremely worried, believing Crash had "cancer or some horrible disease". Then, the tone shifts from celebration to suspicion as Queen questions the necessity of marriage. Find out why they are planning a major panel discussion with Crash’s fiancée, and if Crash should be present for it. The Morning X with

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7:31

Celeb Sleaze Pt. 2: Parkinson's, Jackass, and Keanu's...

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2025/10/16

The Morning X is tackling the latest in Hollywood news, from health revelations to reality TV disasters. We discuss why a beloved actor, who has lived with Parkinson's for 35 years, feels uniquely prepared for his "eventual passing". Then, a Jackass star details the horrifying aftermath of an alpine sled injury that caused a concussion so severe he couldn't remember where he was. Plus, Keanu Reeves is in the news for two reasons: we reveal whichmajor rock icon confirmed he used to babysit the star

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7:13

Celeb Sleaze Pt. 1: K-Fed and Streaming's Wildest Shows

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2025/10/16

A pop superstar's ex-husband is speaking out in a new memoir, You Thought You Knew, confessing he is "terrified" and wishes the star would "get help". We share the alleged excerpt that he initially kept "mouth shut" about for the sake of his family. Then, from true crime to guilty pleasure reality, we reveal the most-watched shows dominating streaming. Plus, we break down the deadly premise of the Running Man adaptation and question whether M. Night Shyamalan can score a hit by turning a popular

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8:23

Kevin McKeown Pt. 2: How Crooks "Borrow Your Existence"

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2025/10/16

Dive back into the terrifying world of security with Kevin McKeown, author of Your Secrets Are My Business and former state and federal security expert. In this segment, Kevin reveals exactly how easy it is for criminals to compromise your most basic security measures.Kevin issues stark warnings about seemingly innocent daily activities. But the biggest shocker? Barnes, Leslie, and Jimmy confront the security of the phones in your home. Kevin reveals which type of phone offers "zero protection" and

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7:14

Kevin McKeown Pt. 1: Security Expert Reveals the...

The Morning X with Barnes & Leslie ·

2025/10/16

Dive into the secrets of national security and personal privacy with Kevin McKeown, author of Your Secrets Are My Business and a former state and federal security expert. Kevin shocks Barnes, Leslie, and Jimmy by revealing his unconventional investigative background.Then, find out the answer to the question: How safe are we as a nation from hackers?He also offers warnings about daily activities like open houses and airport parking lots. Finally, learn a few simple but powerful counter-surveillance

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3:12

The Annoyance Game

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2025/10/16

Barnes, Leslie, and Jimmy bring you a high-stakes, high-annoyance challenge. Listeners are called to compete for a huge prize: box seats to the Dave Matthews concert. The game? TheAnnoyance Game. Contestant Kelly is tasked with calling her friend, Eugene, and driving him absolutely crazy. Kelly's only rule is that once Eugene answers, she must repeat everything he says, word for word. The catch: she has to be so annoying that he hangs up on her within one minute.Hear the real-time call as Kelly

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7:13

The Worst Song Ever Recorded by Your Favorite Band Pt. 2

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2025/10/15

The controversial question continues on The Morning X: What is the worst song ever recorded by your absolute favorite band? Listeners aren't holding back this time and call in with their controversial selections. 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 Freeloader app. The show includes "Best of The Morning X" which will be on-demand via this podcast the same day after it airs on 99X

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7:44

The Worst Song Ever Recorded by Your Favorite Band Pt. 1

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2025/10/15

The Morning X tackles a highly polarizing music debate that is guaranteed to divide listeners: What is the worst song ever recorded by your absolute favorite band? Barnes confesses that when they crank their music at home, they find themselves skipping a track by their beloved band. They also target a couple of deep cuts by a famous British group that might be better left on the cutting room floor. Then, listeners call in from across the country to defend their questionable opinions. Finally, hear

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9:29

Barnes Buzz Pt. 2: Huge Morning X Family News and...

The Morning X with Barnes & Leslie ·

2025/10/15

Barnes Buzz returns with news so big, it has Leslie terrified it might be a life-changing health scare for Crash. Crash confirms he's been dealing with MRIs, colonoscopies, and "stats" that only "a few people know". But the drama pivots when Barnes reveals the picture Crash’s girlfriend texted him during the middle of an intense football game. The photo features rival college gear, but they quickly zoom in to discover the truth. Hear the moment the revelation breaks on air. The Morning X with

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8:12

Barnes Buzz Pt. 1: Aphrodisiacs, Commercial Sex, and...

The Morning X with Barnes & Leslie ·

2025/10/15

Barnes reveals exclusive news: a fast food chain is ditching its famous nautical theme, and the essential update you need about Windows 10 support ending. But the temperature rises when Barnes drops "sex news" statistics: Find out which cheap scent is scientifically proven to be the most potent aphrodisiac. Barnes, Leslie, and Crash then debate the practicality of "commercial sex". Finally, discover why a new pet medication might be a reality in two years. But then, Crash attempts to steal the

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9:42

Celebrity Sleaze: Celebrity Drama and Entertainment...

The Morning X with Barnes & Leslie ·

2025/10/15

First, hear the audio of an actor addressing his recent car collisionand discover why Barnes and Leslie are convinced he was channeling his most famous SNL character. Then, find out which Hollywood starhad to issue a public apology to his mother after a massive fashion oversight linked to the fur trade. The conversation turns serious as another actorreveals deeply personal struggles.In record-breaking news,an A-list musician just shattered one of Adele’s biggest records, placing her historic

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5:57

Chris Frantz Pt. 2: The Secret Behind the Stop Making...

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2025/10/15

Music legend Chris Frantz joins The Morning X to discuss the highly anticipated re-release of the landmark concert film,Stop Making Sense, 15 years after its debut. The movie is digitally remixed and remastered and hits DVD and theaters this October. Chris offers insight into the complex feelings surrounding the band’s past. Discover why Chris and the band"cooperated" with the decision to add commentary to the DVD. The discussion raises questions about the elusive nature of the lead singer,

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5:12

Chris Frantz Pt. 1: The Truth Behind the Talking...

The Morning X with Barnes & Leslie ·

2025/10/15

Music legend Chris Frantz (co-founder of Talking Heads and Tom Tom Club) joins The Morning X to pull back the curtain on his life and legendary career.But Barnes, Leslie, and Jimmy get straight to the question every fan wants answered: Is there any chance of a Talking Heads reunion?. Chris confirms that while he and most of the band "would love to do that," the chances are slim.Listen to Chris explain why he and his bandmates were"stunned" when they stopped working together. He offers insight into

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11:02

Peter Conlan: Brown M&M's, Backstage Blinds, and...

The Morning X with Barnes & Leslie ·

2025/10/15

Join Barnes, Leslie, and Jimmy as they get an exclusive leak from concert insider Peter Conlan, who hints at two "really exciting shows" coming around the holidays. Then, dive deep into the world of artist contract riders. Peter spills the details on the outrageous requests he's faced. Hear the real story behind the infamous Van Halen brown M&M's clause. Discover which diva’s contract included a literal "Lot's wife clause," forbidding all backstage staff from making eye contact, and which

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6:55

The Morning X Mailbag: Divorce, Dating, and Drama

The Morning X with Barnes & Leslie ·

2025/10/14

The Morning X is clearing out the overflowing "folders" of listener emails in the "We Get Letters" segment. The discussion immediately jumps into a major modern workplace debate after a serious email from Doug in Woodstock.He presents his argument, but Barnes, Leslie, and Crash are divided on whether this is maturity or slacking off.Next, Leslie fields a difficult personal question from Allison, a woman in Dunwoody who is newly divorced at 50 and trying to date for the first time in 25 years.Plus,

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7:18

Bidding on History: The Rock Auction Featuring Elvis,...

The Morning X with Barnes & Leslie ·

2025/10/14

The Morning X welcomes Mark Hawkman, the lead consignments consultant for music atProp Store, to preview a massive live rock auction taking place on the 23rd and 24th. Discover the unbelievable stories behind rock 'n' roll's most treasured artifacts, including items from Elvis, Michael Jackson, and Freddie Mercury. They dive into the incredible value of instruments, and learn why a 99X band's guitar is being dubbed the "reunion guitar". But not everything is worth hundreds of thousands of dollars

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9:36

The Magical Lost and Found Box

The Morning X with Barnes & Leslie ·

2025/10/14

The Morning X features a nostalgic game: they ask listeners what one lost item they would pull from a "magical lost and found box". Find out what items Barnes and Leslie are searching for, and then listeners call in with truly priceless, and utterly lost, artifacts.Tune in to hear the unbelievable items and priceless memories salvaged from the past—and the surprising item Leslie wishes she could retrieve. The Morning X with Barnes and Leslie - Listen live weekdays 6-10 am eastern on 99X

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