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The Morning X with Barnes & Leslie

The Morning X with Barnes and Leslie | Cumulus Media Atlanta

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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11:41

Vigil: The Accessible AI Safety Device

The Morning X with Barnes & Leslie ·

2025/10/10

The Morning X features the story of 14-year-old Shayna Gill, who developed the AI-driven monitoring device Vigil after a local restaurant burned down in San Jose. She explains why standard smoke detectors simply aren't good enough and why her device can detect fire hazards, unusual movement, and unauthorized entry. Find out what truly sets Vigil apart from other home monitoring systems. Hear the story of how Shayna taught herself to code using YouTube and ChatGPT to create the device. Then, learn

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8:40

Hood Anchor Ye: One-Man News Machine

The Morning X with Barnes & Leslie ·

2025/10/10

Join The Morning X as they interviewHood Anchor Ye,just after he signed a massive six-figure brand ambassador deal with the Nagel Law Firm. Hear him discuss how he earned his reputation as a "one-man news machine".They get personal, asking him about his recognizable, unconventional attire. Find out what police officers think of him on scene, and how he uses his unique look to gain access to PR officers and official police newsletters. Plus, hear the story of how he was recently recognized while in

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7:41

Celeb Sleaze Pt. 2: Roofman and AI Ethics

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2025/10/10

Barnes and Leslie have more Celebrity Sleaze, beginning with the true story behind the new film Roofman. Then, find out why a famous actorwas interrupted live on a podcast by Jay Leno regarding a bizarre request. The segment also dives into Hollywood authenticity, as one actorreveals his "secret sauce" for staying relevant for four decades and why he refuses to live a double life. Plus, an A-list star recounts the defining moment he told his dad he was ditching law school for film school and the

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6:29

Celeb Sleaze Pt. 1: The Bachelor Bombshell and Bryan...

The Morning X with Barnes & Leslie ·

2025/10/10

Join Barnes and Leslie for the latest Celebrity Sleaze, starting with the surprising news of the Ryan Murphy divorce attorney drama, All's Fair, where an infamous social media influencer is holding her own alongside legends like Sarah Paulson and Glenn Close. Then, hear the moment on the Golden Bachelor when a contestant reveals her amped up expectations while degrading a previous cast of the show. Next, an A-Lister recounts the hilarious story of trying mushrooms for the first time with other

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7:47

James Cameron Discusses Titanic's Master Plan

The Morning X with Barnes & Leslie ·

2025/10/10

Join the discussion with filmmaker James Cameron as he reflects on his global phenomenon, Titanic. Hear him explain his "master plan"—the brilliant reason why he initially chose to frame the disaster as a love story rather than a straight historical film. Cameron dives into the extreme logistics of making his documentary,Ghost of the Abyss. Finally, Cameron shares the intense emotional reality of visiting the wreck, which he considers a "sacred site". He describes the first time the tragedy

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6:19

Who is Ted Nancy Pt. 2

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2025/10/10

Join Barnes, Leslie, and Jimmy as they discussTed Nancy, the alleged author of More Letters from a Nut, and the persistent question of whether he even exists.Hear them read Nancy's correspondence, including the letter sent to an expensive French restaurant, Laangeerie, where he requests a large reservation but insists on bringing hisown personal waiter. Then, listen to the reply Nancy received from theCoca-Cola Trademark Council after he inquired whether his Pepsi-tasting soda, "Kay Doke," would

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6:10

Who is Ted Nancy Pt. 1

The Morning X with Barnes & Leslie ·

2025/10/10

Join Barnes, Leslie, and Jimmy as they explore the bizarre world of Ted Nancy, author of Letters from a Nut and More Letters from a Nut. The segment reveals the contents of Nancy's weirdly serious letters to corporations. Tune in for the example sent to the Ritz Carlton Buckhead, where Nancy requests a flat rate because he has a serious problem. Find out how the luxury hotel responded. Then, listen to the unbelievable letter sent to a California casino promotingThe Fat Beatles.Discover the

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8:36

Queen's Weekend Report: Andrea Bocelli, ASO, and...

The Morning X with Barnes & Leslie ·

2025/10/09

Hear why Andrew Bird is performing with the ASO and why his album title, The Mysterious Production of Eggs, is so fascinating. Then, the focus shifts to the massive crowds descending on the city as Atlanta celebrates Pride weekend. Find out why Atlanta is considered the "center of the gay universe" in the Southeast. Then, we cover the upcoming performance by Andrea Bocelli and the new musical at the Buyer Theater called Dog Man. Finally, we share alternatives for those avoiding the crowds, including

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8:15

Best and Worst Accents with Queen

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2025/10/09

Barnes, Leslie, Crash, and The Queen reveal a new poll analyzing the most and least trustworthy accents in the US. Then, listen as Crash spins the wheel, forcing someone on the show to perform live examples of all twelve accents on the list. Tune in to hear an attempt at impressions ranging from the Midwestern accent to the nearly impossible Florida accent. Find out why classic regional accents were deemed least trustworthy, and which specific major US city claimed the number one spot for being most

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7:55

I Wish I Listened: The Wisdom That Sounded Like Nonsense

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2025/10/09

Join Barnes, Leslie, and Crash as they explore the ultimate realization: the wisdom that sounded like nonsense when we were young, but now "makes complete sense". Barnes shares a parenting moment, and Crash then gets raw about the painful consequence of 40 years in radio. Listeners share their own hard-won wisdom. 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

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6:39

Celeb Sleaze Pt. 2: Central Perk, Apple TV, and...

The Morning X with Barnes & Leslie ·

2025/10/09

ABC has given a series order to a new South Florida private investigator show starring Scott Speedman, where he plays a disgraced newspaper photographer and ex-con. Next, we debate whether a famous coffee housecan recoup the fortune it must cost to recreate the exact set for its new permanent Times Square location. Then, hear why Apple TV postponed the premiere of The Savant, and how its star reacted to the decision. Plus, we break down TV's weirdest new experiment: an episode of a longstanding TV

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6:35

Celeb Sleaze Pt. 1: Celebrity Divorce and Living Wakes

The Morning X with Barnes & Leslie ·

2025/10/09

Listen as we explore thedrama surrounding the split between Nicole Kidman and Keith Urban. We also detail Kidman’s new role and the premise of her new legal thriller. Next, Barnes and Leslie look at the reality of Ozzy Osbourne's final farewell concert as detailed in the new documentary, No Escape from Now. Plus, find out why the highly anticipatedHulu docuseries tracking a famous coach's first coaching year was abruptly killed. Finally, hear the confession from a comedy legendwho gets real

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6:08

Red the Cabbie Resigned Pt. 2

The Morning X with Barnes & Leslie ·

2025/10/09

Hear the dramatic continuation of the saga involving Red the Cabbie. Barnes, Leslie, and Jimmy are stunned when Red reveals he is officially no longer a cabbie, conceding that his entire existence was based on that moniker. Red assures listeners that while this career chapter is closed, he is ready for a change, believing things happen for a reason. But the changes don't stop there. Red drops another massive bombshell, revealing he is currently in the process of getting a divorce from Mrs. Red the

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4:09

Red the Cabbie Resigned Pt. 1

The Morning X with Barnes & Leslie ·

2025/10/09

Join The Morning X as they call an extended family member,Red the Cabbie, to discuss a major "change". Barnes, Leslie, and Jimmy are stunned when Red reveals he is no longer a cabbie. Hear the true story behind his "mutual parting of the ways". Red defends keeping his famous title while revealing his surprising new interim trade. Finally, they tease the future. 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

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8:39

Wild Bets with Friends

The Morning X with Barnes & Leslie ·

2025/10/09

Join The Morning X for a deep dive into the strange world of listener wagers, proving that we are all truly "pathetic creatures" when placing a wild bet. Hear the story of one caller who placed a high-stakes weight loss bet against his sister and hear what is at stake if he wins. Then, listeners call in with their own unforgettable wagers. 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 the FM dial in

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10:21

Fun Delivered Pt. 2

The Morning X with Barnes & Leslie ·

2025/10/08

Listen to the next round of this social media experiment where The Morning X sent packages of unclaimed mail to listeners all over town. The contents are a complete mystery to them. Listen as listeners call in live to reveal their strange finds. Finally, hear the reveal as one long-time Gen X listener receives a large item and is crowned the winner. Then, the highly anticipated reveal of Crash Clark's package. The Morning X with Barnes and Leslie - Listen live weekdays 6-10 am eastern on 99X Atlanta

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9:12

Fun Delivered Pt. 1

The Morning X with Barnes & Leslie ·

2025/10/08

Join Barnes, Leslie, and Crash as they reconnect with the world ofunclaimed packages, where you might find something "cool". Barnes personally shipped packages to listeners, and now it's time for the reveal. Hear them react as listeners open their gifts live on air.The competition heats up to see who received the "best" gift. Finally, stick around as Crash Clark prepares to open his own "big huge gift". The Morning X with Barnes and Leslie - Listen live weekdays 6-10 am eastern on 99X Atlanta (100.5

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9:34

Jim Murphy: The Author of Inner Excellence

The Morning X with Barnes & Leslie ·

2025/10/08

We meet Jim Murphy, the author of Inner Excellence, whose life changed completely after a major NFL wide receiver was caught reading his book on the sideline during a playoff game viewed by 36 million people. The book, which had previously sold as few as five copies a week, soared to over 200,000 copies sold on Amazon within three weeks. Hear the author describe the shock of the viral moment. Murphy, who coaches elite CEOs and PGA tour players, reveals his extraordinary background, including playing

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9:35

Rockstar Heaven: Who Would You Have Lunch With?

The Morning X with Barnes & Leslie ·

2025/10/08

Tune in for the segment asking the toughest fantasy question: If you could invite one dead rock star to a heavenly meal, who would it be?. Barnes, Leslie and Crash reveal their choices and what questions they would ask. Then, hear listeners chime in with their incredible choices. Finally, we dive into the tragic legacies of Chris Cornell and Amy Winehouse, discussing why the most unique talents often seem to be the most tortured. The Morning X with Barnes and Leslie - Listen live weekdays 6-10 am

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7:17

Celeb Sleaze Pt. 2: Jennifer Lawrence, Charlie...

The Morning X with Barnes & Leslie ·

2025/10/08

Hear the details of the new Jennifer Lawrence and Robert Pattinson film, Die, My Love, about "two couples descending into marital madness". Next, we explore TV drama as Charlie Hunnam reveals that streaming saved Sons of Anarchy from cancellation. The biggest comeback in Hollywood is underway as a famous actor releases a new non-alcoholic beer, and you won't believe the name. Plus, hear an actor get "real and raw" about his career decline. Finally, catch up on massive TV news: for the first time

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