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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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10:29

Celeb Sleaze Pt. 2: Awards, Scandals, & A Touching...

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2025/09/15

The Celebrity Sleaze continues withhighlights of the Emmy Awards, featuringhost Nate Bargatze's ingenious way to keep acceptance speeches short. You'll also get the scoop on returning TV favorites, including teasers for The Hunting Wives and The Morning Show, and the news that season three of Big Little Lies is officially in the works. But the celebrity talk isn't all glamor, as Barnes and Leslie delve into a controversial video surrounding Reese Witherspoon and surprising comments from Rainn Wilson

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8:31

Celeb Sleaze Pt. 1: Emmys, Allegations & Oscar Buzz

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2025/09/15

Barnes and Leslie catch you up on all the drama and triumphs from the Emmy Awards, featuring a15-year-old history-making winner whose inspiring speech will move you. You'll also hear about Seth Rogen's humble acceptance speech after a surprising win. But the conversation takes a serious turn as a prominent actor breaks his silence onallegations of sexual assault and harassment against a major Hollywood producer. Hear the details of this legal battle and the questions it raises about power and trust

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8:16

Trey Parker & Matt Stone Pt. 3: Taboos, Merch...

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2025/09/15

The Morning X continues the conversation with Trey Parker and Matt Stone. Hear about theone controversial topic that even Comedy Central feared for their lives to tackle, and their plan to bring it to life when they control the network. The duo also pulls back the curtain on thetruth about South Park merchandising, revealing the surprisingly small cut they see from millions in sales, and the advice they got fromBeavis and Butt-Head creator Mike Judge. Find out which iconic South Park character is

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7:44

Trey Parker & Matt Stone Pt. 2: From Mr. Hanky's...

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2025/09/15

The Morning X continues its interview with South Park creators Trey Parker and Matt Stone.Get an exclusive peek behind the curtain as they reveal how incredibly detailed fans often know more about their show than they do, sometimes even giving them credit for things they never intended. Hear about their quest to get their personal idols like Robert Smith of The Cure and the "chick from Species" to do voices, and their incredible experiences hanging out with rock legends like Ozzy Osborne and Elton

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3:34

Trey Parker & Matt Stone Pt. 1: Character Secrets,...

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2025/09/15

Join The Morning X as they sit down with none other than Trey Parker and Matt Stone, the visionary creators of South Park. From achaotic moment on air that is dubbed a "pig screw" to revealing insights into their creative process, this episode is packed. Discover which South Park character unexpectedly became a fan favorite, and which ones the creators secretly love to write. Plus, hear theirtakes on celebrity reactions to being lampooned, including an icy plan for Barbara Streisand. This is from

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7:59

The Morning X's Top 5 Viral Audio of the Week

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2025/09/13

This week's countdown features a rare moment with a rock icon revealing the simple origin of their band's legendary name. Then, prepare for a celebrity's "cringeworthy" confession about a golf course encounter that left everyone speechless and thinking "gross" due to the "visual images that it brings up in your mind." You'll hear the harsh rants of a mic'd-up youth baseball coach whose "motivational" speeches include telling players their "friends and family are used to disappointment" and

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9:37

The Morning X's Fall Movie Preview

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2025/09/13

Join Barnes and Leslie as they welcome film expert Matt Goldberg (Atlanta Film Critics Circle) for a conversation about what's hitting theaters this season. Discover why people are flocking back to cinemas, and hear a debate on how streaming releases might be impacting the big screen experience. From massive sequels like Wicked for Good and Avatar: Fire and Ash that are set to break records, to an unconventional horror film told from a dog's perspective, this segment has it all. You'll also get the

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11:41

Celebrity Sleaze: From Pop Stars to Cold Cases

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2025/09/13

Barnes and Leslie have the latest Celebrity Sleaze beginning with the latest surrounding Britney Spears, discussing alarming videos and unsettling reports that have sparked concern about her well-being. Then, get ready for Charlie Sheen's on-set revelations from a new documentary, where he recounts extreme and bizarre methods he used to "regain focus" during intense drug addiction. The conversation shifts to ongoing true crime sagas, with updates on the JonBenét Ramsey case as previously

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5:53

Guys on Guys Pt. 2: Who's Checking Out Whom?

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2025/09/13

The Morning X starts off with Jimmy recounting a "very weird moment" where an unexpected encounter left him feeling "violated" and "like a woman" after his "package" was "totally checked out". This personal revelation quickly ignites a debate among Barnes, Leslie, & Jimmy about the uncomfortable realities of unwanted attention and the male gaze. They explore the double standards involved when men look at women, discussing everything from the perceived "obviousness" of staring to the influence of

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5:03

Guys on Guys Pt. 1: The Double Standard of the Gaze

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2025/09/13

Join The Morning X for a candid discussion sparked by Jimmy's "very weird moment" where he "felt like a woman". After an unexpected encounter left him feeling "violated" when his "package" was "totally checked out", Barnes, Leslie, & Jimmy dive into a provocative debate. They tackle the uncomfortable double standards of unwanted attention, questioning if it's different when men look at women and how obvious "staring" can be. This is from the Best of The Morning X vault. The Morning X with Barnes

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9:24

The Great Waterbed Sleep-Test

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2025/09/13

The Morning X features a classic moment as a routine phone call about a waterbed sale takes a turn. Listen in as a Barnes, described as "sounding stoned," attempts to convince a private seller to allow him to "try out" the waterbed by actually sleeping in it overnight before making a purchase. Despite the bed being disassembled in a garage "full of stuff," the buyer's persistent negotiation keeps the seller on the line. Will Barnes's unique brand of "Barnesology" secure an unconventional agreement,

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9:32

Queen's Jam-Packed Weekend: Rock, Drag & Art

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2025/09/11

The Morning X kicks off with Queen sharing her personal battle with insomnia and a visit to a sleep clinic. Then, get ready for a packed rundown of local entertainment, from prog-rock conceptual albums and orchestral cinema scores to a powerhouse lineup of 99X bands gracing a local amphitheater stage. Discover a new indoor golf spot perfect for a rainy day, and hear about a legendary comedian's incredible work ethic. Things get spicy with a star from an iconic '90s drama making a local appearance, a

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7:13

The Top 5 Rudest Things with Queen

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2025/09/11

The Morning X welcomes Queen to the studio for a discussion about the top five rudest things. Get ready for a debate as Barnes, Leslie, Crash, and Queen tackle universal etiquette dilemmas. Is it truly rude to arrive at a restaurant just minutes before closing, even if you're starving? How long does it take for a casual glance to become an uncomfortable, "creepy" stare? They also unravel the thorny issue of being invited to a bridal shower but not the actual wedding, sparking a debate about

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7:11

Celeb Sleaze Pt. 2: Memoir Bombshells & Biopic Battles

The Morning X with Barnes & Leslie ·

2025/09/11

The Morning X delivers another dose of Celebrity Sleaze, kicking off withrevelations from a controversial star's new memoir, including shocking claims about his past relationships and an unexpected decade of celibacy. Get ready for a debate as Barnes and Leslie dissect an A-list actress's "creepy" comment about a pre-teen fan that has the internet buzzing, with questions about a double standard if a male star had said it. Then, a famous daughter slams her iconic father's biopic, claiming her notes

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6:48

Celeb Sleaze Pt. 1: From Cult Classics to...

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2025/09/11

The Morning X delivers a potent dose of Celebrity Sleaze. Get ready for the scoop on anunexpected brand collaboration for a highly anticipated cult classic sequel. Then, the original star of afast-paced action series hints at a possible return, teasing a chance to finally conclude an iconic story. We also dive into a new podcast from a '00s drama star, but a revelation about her co-host has everyone raising an eyebrow. The spotlight then turns to a controversial actor, as we uncover facts from his

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6:37

The Great Pee Debate: Stand or Sit?

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2025/09/11

The Morning X features one of life's most unexpected debates. What starts as a casual revelation about a co-worker's long-held bathroom habit quickly escalates into ano-holds-barred discussion about the "proper" way for men to pee. Is it "natural" to always stand, or is there a strong case to be made for sitting down? Hear confessions from a 99X personality, questionable "guy card" credentials, and an onslaught of listener calls revealing everything from cleanliness concerns and childhood lessons to

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11:25

Garage Sale Gold: How One Woman Turned $25 into a...

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2025/09/11

The Morning X unearths atale of "garage sale gold" with Claire Wagand Beckman. Claire recounts how, with just $25 in her pocket, she stumbled upon a wobbly, seemingly insignificant D-shaped table at a local garage sale. Dismissed by a friend as "not even going to hold a lamp," this modest purchase quickly transformed into a life-changing discovery when Claire noticed a hidden signature. Her subsequent research revealed it was the work of a famous 18th-century cabinet maker who rarely signed his

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6:16

Money Talk: The Truth About Your Social Class

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2025/09/10

The Morning X tackles a topic most avoid: money and social class. Barnes and Leslie bring on loyal listeners for alook at their incomes and personal perceptions of where they stand. What unfolds is an eye-opening revelation as official economic statistics are unveiled, shattering common assumptions about what it really takes to be "middle class" or "upper middle class" in today's economy. Prepare for surprising numbers, candid confessions, and Barnes & Leslie's own stunned reactions to how

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11:06

Save My Ink Forever: The Wild World of Tattoo...

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2025/09/10

The Morning X explores anew trend that's redefining remembrance It all starts when Barnes and Leslie hit Crash with a personalquestion about the fate of his iconic Godzilla tattoo after he's "no longer with us." This leads to a conversation with Kyle, the founder of Save My Ink Forever. Discover how this third-generation mortician developed agroundbreaking, proprietary process that allows families to preserve a loved one's most intimate body art, turning faded ink into more vibrant, clearer

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6:41

Celeb Sleaze Pt. 2: The Rock's Quirky Role & Ryan...

The Morning X with Barnes & Leslie ·

2025/09/10

The Morning X brings you another batch of Celebrity Sleaze. Hear about Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson's surprising new transformation for an incredibly quirky role, alongside news of his other Oscar-buzzing performance. We'll reveal theprice tag for die-hard fans who want to catch every moment of their favorite sport this season and expose the eye-watering costs for this summer's most in-demand concert tickets. Get a look at two highly anticipated thrillers hitting streaming, one of which saw a star's

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