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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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8:13

The Morning X's Impromptu Dating Quiz

The Morning X with Barnes & Leslie ·

2025/10/02

The Morning X launches an impromptu quiz: 56% of people won't date someone who is bad at what? Listeners will hear Barnes, Leslie, Crash, and callers guess everything from hygiene to badminton. Once the answer is revealed, a caller provides sobering stories detailing her personal experiences. Discover why they conclude that this specific skill is not just a minor annoyance, but a foundational "character flaw" that people believe will never change. The Morning X with Barnes and Leslie - Listen live

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6:51

Celeb Sleaze Pt. 2: Hollywood Divorce, Drug...

The Morning X with Barnes & Leslie ·

2025/10/02

The Celebrity Sleaze continues with a major Hollywood divorce that turns into a legal nightmare as an A-List actor will be called to testify. Hear why they believe these unpredictable witnesses can corroborate claims about drug addiction and alcohol abuse. Barnes and Leslie explore the public battle surrounding Keith Urban and Nicole Kidman. Plus, uncover the casting controversy on Hulu’s new series Chad Powers, where an actress was cut from a scene and replaced by a social media influencer

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7:22

Celeb Sleaze Pt. 1: Divorce, Confessions, and Priorities

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2025/10/02

The Morning X jumps right into major separation news: Nicole Kidman has filed for divorce from Keith Urban less than 24 hours after credible reports of their split. Listeners will also hear the latest on the custody battle. Barnes and Leslie revisit a controversial radio moment that may have foreshadowed the tension. Plus, discover the messy first encounter a popular podcaster had with a major recording artistat a casino late at night.Finally, hear from alt-rock legend Billy Corgan, who explains his

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6:47

Rich the Restaurant Singer: When Music Disturbs the...

The Morning X with Barnes & Leslie ·

2025/10/02

The Morning X explores a universal pet peeve: overly loud restaurant singers. But when they send Rich toa singer-free local eatery, the chaos reaches new levels. Rich bolts in with his guitar during heavy volume breakfast time, singing for tips and serenading customers. Listeners will hear the frantic attempts by patrons and management to make him stop. This is from the Best of The Morning X vault. The Morning X with Barnes and Leslie - Listen live weekdays 6-10 am eastern on 99X Atlanta (100.5 on

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9:47

The Secret Life of David Duchovny: Lawsuits, PhD, and...

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2025/10/02

David Duchovny sits down with The Morning X, but this conversation is anything but typical. The actor addresses his ongoing lawsuit regardingThe X-Files. Hear why he calls playing the romantic lead in his new movie a "vacation" after years of grueling 70-hour work weeks. Discover the secret behind his method for executing famous on-screen crying scenes, and learn what happened when he got caught singing his own self-titled fan song. Plus, find out which major game show performance he is sworn to

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11:08

The Morning X's October Streaming Picks

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2025/10/01

The Morning X presents their official streaming picks for October.Get ready for the third installment of the Monster true crime series, delving into the life of serial killer Ed Gein. Next, listen as they discuss a slick new Hulu remake of a classic 80s thriller: a tale of avengeful nanny manipulating a grieving family. Plus, hear about two major action entries: one starring Mark Wahlberg as anexpert thief double-crossed during a massive heist, and another starring Jason Clark, where violent inmates

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10:53

Clay Routledge: The Leading Expert on Nostalgia...

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2025/10/01

Existential psychologist Clay Routledge, the world's leading expert on the psychology of nostalgia, joins The Morning X. Routledge explains why humans engage in "mentally time traveling" backwards when they feel worried or uncertain about the future. Discover why nostalgia is a powerful force that researchers are still unraveling after 25 years. Find out why Routledge believes nostalgia is the entire reason 99X is back on the air, and why this content is being consumed by a new audience. Routledge

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6:33

Celeb Sleaze Pt. 2: Ray J, Martha Stewart, and Leo's...

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2025/10/01

The Celebrity Sleaze continues, beginning with the details around Ray J's claim that he's helping build a federal case against Kim Kardashian and Kris Jenner. Next, hear about Sacha Baron Cohen’s newly single life, and find out why Martha Stewart broke up her relationship with an A-List actor. Plus, Leonardo DiCaprio shares a story from the Oasis reunion concert. Finally, Barnes and Leslie weigh in on the debate sparked by Ethan Hawke regarding actors and stuntmen. The Morning X with Barnes

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6:08

Celeb Sleaze Pt. 1: Madonna, Sean Penn, and Pamela...

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2025/10/01

Barnes and Leslie have the latest Celebrity Sleaze, starting with Madonna breaking her interview silence. Hear her confession about the darkest time in her life following a bitter custody battle, and how spirituality plays a role in her success. Next, Sean Penn drops a story about his former boxing partner, a legendary, low-conversation musician. Plus, Barnes and Leslie weigh in on Adam Sandler's attempt at a serious dramatic role, and celebrate Pamela Anderson's impressive next chapter. The Morning

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7:57

The Essential Differences Between Men and Women

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2025/10/01

The Morning X tackles the ancient debate: Are men and women really different? Listen in as they debate the infamous "I hate you, I love you, drunken phone call"—the 3:30 a.m. post-breakup call that 99% of men allegedly place six months too late. Leslie challenges listeners to send in their proof of this legendary message. Then, get ready for a discussion on bedroom expectations and the difference between essential bathroom items for both. This is from the Best of The Morning X vault. The

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6:23

News Monster: The Man Who Starved Himself for Cable TV

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2025/10/01

The News Monster opens with bizarre headlines, from a frat party keg explosion tragedy to a woman suffering from chronic heel pain who finally found the source of her agony. Then, The Morning X connects with Manuel Bonafacio, the man who decided to launch a hunger strike until Time Warner Cable offered a free, 24-hour Portuguese TV channel. Tune in to hear Manuel explain the details behind the protest and whether his extreme measure convinced the cable company to care about his cause. This is from

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9:27

The Morning X Voicemail Dump: Tigers, Breakups, and...

The Morning X with Barnes & Leslie ·

2025/09/30

The Morning X is halted as Barnes, Leslie, and Crash are forced to empty the chaotic voicemail box. Tune in for a raw glimpse into the listeners' world: Hear the confirmation that the show once featured a baby tiger in the studio. Get the details on the listener who blocked his ex after she live-streamed herself feeding another man in a luxury hotel and needs a breakup request. Plus, find out who is receiving special attention from an 85-year-old fan, and why one caller trusts the 5-second rule more

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8:12

Pettiest Pet Peeve Pt. 2

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2025/09/30

Barnes, Leslie, and Crash continue their "Listener Loop," asking the audience to share their most trivial "pettiest pet peeves". Hear Leslie's confession, and then listen to Barnes's traffic frustration. Finally, hear listeners call in to list their own annoyances. 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

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10:12

Pettiest Pet Peeve Pt. 1

The Morning X with Barnes & Leslie ·

2025/09/30

Get ready for an installment of The Morning X's "Listener Loop," where the audience takes charge and asks the question everyone must answer. First caller throws down the gauntlet, challenging Barnes, Leslie, and Crash to reveal their "pettiest pet peeve". Find out whose marriage is threatened by "disrespectful" lack of punctuality, and hear Barnes’s own heated annoyance. The audience loop continues with listener confessions and revelations. The Morning X with Barnes and Leslie - Listen live

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8:30

The Dictionary Update: The New Words Defining Modern...

The Morning X with Barnes & Leslie ·

2025/09/30

The Morning X tackles the linguistic evolution of 2024. Barnes, Leslie, and Crash break down the most interesting new terms added during the major update to the Merriam-Webster collegiate dictionary, which officially included more than 5,000 terms. They define highly relatable concepts like "Dad bod" and reveal the true meaning of going into "Beast mode." Discover which slang term for romantic appeal or charm is now official, and hear them confess their personal "love languages". Finally, hear which

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5:55

Celeb Sleaze Pt. 2: James Bond, Mr. Beast, and...

The Morning X with Barnes & Leslie ·

2025/09/30

The Celebrity Sleaze continues, beginning with finding out which established heartthrobs have been suddenly eliminated from the James Bond casting race. Next, hear the truth about YouTube giant Mr. Beast, who generated $450 million last year but is actually losing tens of millions. We also track the 20-month sacrifice an A-lister made to abandon romantic comedies and successfully rebrand his career. Finally, Priscilla Presley shares whether she believes she and Elvis would have reconciled if he had

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9:00

Celeb Sleaze Pt. 1: Major Hollywood A-Listers...

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2025/09/30

Barnes and Leslie have the latest Celebrity Sleaze: You won't believe who is calling it quits after almost 2 decades together. A Celeb in Atlanta has been turned in for animal abuse. One of MTV’s biggest shows has been canceled after 12 years and nine seasons, and the current wave of horror films dominating the box office. They analyze the controversy surrounding Bad Bunny’s selection for the Super Bowl halftime show and reveal the insider rumor about why Taylor Swift refused the NFL

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4:23

Dolores O'Riordan Pt. 3: Potatoes, Guinness, and...

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2025/09/30

Cranberries star Dolores O'Riordan joins Barnes, Leslie, and Jimmy on The Morning X. Get a look into life on the road as Dolores explains the surprising reason she layers up. Then, hear hercritique of American culinary habits. Dolores argues that these portions define a country of "overindulgence", though she defends Irish cuisine, claiming Ireland has "the best potatoes in the world". Finally, Dolores is suddenly sprung with a high-speed celebrity contest—the infamous "Fish Quiz". This is

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7:10

Dolores O'Riordan Pt. 2: Cranberries' Fame and Control

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2025/09/30

Cranberries frontwoman Dolores O'Riordan sits down with Barnes, Leslie, and Jimmy on The Morning X to offer a raw look at what life was like after selling 28 million records worldwide. Dolores admits that during the peak of success, she was "out of it," revealing her necessity to hit the wine immediately after coming off stage. She declares that the music "business sucks" but explains how The Cranberries now maintain control by stepping back and keeping distance from the inner workings. Tune in to

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7:18

Dolores O'Riordan Pt. 1: Fame, Breakdown, and Return...

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2025/09/30

Music icon Dolores O'Riordan of The Cranberries joins Barnes, Leslie, and Jimmy on The Morning X to share intimate details about the intense pressures of fame. Despite having a successful career, she reveals she was "really unhappy" and came close to giving up singing for good after encountering a "really horrible side" of the industry. Dolores opens up about the brutal demands that eventually led to a nervous breakdown, clearing up rumors that her weight loss was due to anorexia. Learn thepersonal

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