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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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11:14

John Cena’s Hair Transplant: Dr. Ken Anderson Reveals...

The Morning X with Barnes & Leslie ·

2025/09/26

The Morning X features an exclusive interview with Dr. Ken Anderson of the Anderson Center for Hair in Atlanta, the world-renowned specialist who performed John Cena's hair restoration. Dr. Anderson reveals the modern, scar-free FUE technique he used and explains why Cena spent 10 months on non-surgical scalp care first. Listen as the doctor explains that the procedure must look natural, emphasizing that restoring hair gives people back their self-confidence. Then, Dr. Anderson offers his

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6:17

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

The Morning X with Barnes & Leslie ·

2025/09/26

First, hear a doctor reveal the best liquor you can drink because it has no sugar and is the purest of all the alcohols. Next, a famous sports commentator draws the ire of PETA after making an inappropriate comment comparing a football helmet to kicking a dog on the field. Barnes, Leslie, and Crash dissect his mistake, noting that "a lot of eyes" are on the highest-paid broadcaster. The controversy continues with music: an AI artist signed a staggering $3 million record deal. Then, hear the details

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7:18

Steve Gorman (Former Black Crowes drummer) and his...

The Morning X with Barnes & Leslie ·

2025/09/26

The Morning X features an interview with Steve Gorman, former drummer of the Black Crowes, discussing his new rock super group, Howl Owl Howl (H.O.H.). Listen as Gorman details how he spontaneously recruited Mike Mills of R.E.M. and Darius Rucker to join the project. Find out why this group was accidentally formed during a desperate scramble to find a replacement act for akids' school fundraiser in Nashville. The conversation turns to the group’s new music, including their track "My Cologne,"

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12:16

Celebrity Sleaze: Hollywood Confessions and Bizarre...

The Morning X with Barnes & Leslie ·

2025/09/26

The Morning X has your dose of Celebrity Sleaze: First, hear which famous actress was fired from a job in 2023 after making an isolated comment on a podcast. Then, explore the drama on The Golden Bachelor after the Bachelor admitted on a podcast that he prefers women aged 45 to 60. Listen as one furious Bachelorette responds by assaulting him with a puppet. Plus, Charlie Sheen reveals an '80s rumor about Jack Nicholson traveling with apersonal doctor. Find out which iconic actor was told his name

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8:27

How 99X Changed Your Life Pt. 2

The Morning X with Barnes & Leslie ·

2025/09/26

Barnes, Leslie, and Jimmy open the phones, asking listeners if the Morning X drastically changed their lives. Tune in to hear incredible, random stories of fate and connection: Listener Brandy reveals she had been looking for a long-lost half-sister for over 10 years. Listen as she recounts hearing a caller on the air discussing their deceased father and a specific old car. Brandy quickly left her information, leading to the discovery that the caller was her blood relative—a sister who didn't

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3:57

How 99X Changed Your Life Pt. 1

The Morning X with Barnes & Leslie ·

2025/09/26

The Morning X is challenging listeners: "Did our show drastically change your life?"This segment features two listener stories proving that tuning into 99X can lead to major life transformations. First, hear from Jen, who called in after winning Stone Temple Pilots tickets years ago. Her win set off a chain of events—leading a college acquaintance to track her down, resulting in a romantic relationship.The transformation continues behind the scenes as staff memberMelissa from the news

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9:57

Help Me Find Gigi: Concert Stalker or True Romantic?

The Morning X with Barnes & Leslie ·

2025/09/26

A listener named Jim, who went to a concert alone, calls in for an emergency APB to track down a mysterious woman named Gigi. Jim failed to "seize the moment" when she left. Listeners call in, and Barnes, Leslie, and Jimmy quickly confirm they have the actual Gigi on the line. Tune in to hear the live confrontation as Jim asks Gigi out for lunch. Hear them immediately intervene, declaring the long-distance, four-day-old relationship "will never last" and pressuring Gigi into a date at the Hawks and

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10:22

The Queen Sets the Weekend: Concerts, Comedians, and...

The Morning X with Barnes & Leslie ·

2025/09/25

The Queen returns to preview your jam-packed weekend, from major music acts to controversial comedians. First, get the inside scoop on the Melissa Etheridge and Indigo Girls show. Then, hear why everyone is mystified by the massive popularity of the headlining band, Goose. Next, find out about the art exhibit, Luna Luna, an amusement park in Germany designed by legends like Keith Haring and Salvador Dalí. Discover why this historical collection is launching its world tour in Atlanta. The

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6:48

Battle for the Mispronunciation Crown with Queen

The Morning X with Barnes & Leslie ·

2025/09/25

Leslie's infamous title as the "queen of mispronounced words" is officially challenged when The Morning X debuts a new quiz based on the 10 most Googled mispronounced words in America. The words are tough, covering everything from breakfast items to luxury cars and confusing condiments. Listen as Leslie struggles to correctly pronounce terms and fights to maintain her decades-old reputation. But the biggest shock comes from guest Queen, whose successful pronunciation of a word is immediately

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8:41

INTVL: Gamifying Fitness and Territory Control

The Morning X with Barnes & Leslie ·

2025/09/25

The Morning X sits down with Louis Phillips, the Australian runner who created INTVL—a new app that gamifies fitness by turning your local streets into a global battleground. Find out how simply going for a walk, jog, or even a crawl allows you to claim territory by running the outline of an area. But beware, the competition is fierce. Phillips explains how users get instantly notified when a rival "steals" their hard-won area by running through it. With nearly half a million users and plans

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6:12

Celeb Sleaze Pt. 2: Mr. Wonderful, Tiger Blood, and a...

The Morning X with Barnes & Leslie ·

2025/09/25

The Morning X has more Celebrity Sleaze: First, hear why Shark Tank's Kevin O'Leary is taking a detour into acting for a new film. O'Leary admits he took the role because he believes 30% of one's day should be spent outside the comfort zone. Then, find out which Hollywood star refused to help a friend hide Charlie Sheen from federal authorities. Plus, hear the origin story of Sheen’s infamous "winning" and "tiger blood" slogans. Finally, get the scoop on a massive new rock super group

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7:10

Celeb Sleaze Pt. 1: Kimmel, Van Der Beek, and Stiller

The Morning X with Barnes & Leslie ·

2025/09/25

Barnes and Leslie have your Celebrity Sleaze: Hear about the controversial return of Jimmy Kimmel to his late show, less than a week after his suspension. Next, hear about James Van Der Beek’s surprise virtual appearance at the Dawson’s Creek reunion. He shares a critical update on his journey with colon cancer, stressing the vital message that screenings are necessary even if you have no obvious symptoms. Plus, Barnes and Leslie dissect Ben Stiller’s new soda brand, which they

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3:38

Jimmy's Steam Room Nightmare

The Morning X with Barnes & Leslie ·

2025/09/25

Seeking to "sweat it out" after a week of Mexican food, Jimmy entered a hotel health club steam room so densely packed with vapor that he could not see his hand an inch in front of his face. Trying to navigate the blinding conditions, Jimmy was feeling his way around, finally finding what he thought was a place to sit. What happened next is a moment of pure mortification. Listen as Jimmy details the horror and the "sensation" of the encounter. Find out exactly whatoccurred and why Jimmy believes his

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6:56

Jane Fonda Pt. 2: Confessions and Revelations

The Morning X with Barnes & Leslie ·

2025/09/25

The Morning X continues their conversation with Jane Fonda. First, hear Fonda discuss her joy as a grandmother, admitting she loves it "more than anything in the whole wide world". However, she reveals her regrets about parenting. Then, prepare for an admission: Fonda confesses she has never gone onto the internet. Listen as Barnes, Leslie, and Jimmy attempt to get her to surf for the very first time. Despite being courted by top agents at CAA following a recent appearance, Fonda states she doesn't

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7:58

Jane Fonda Pt. 1: Apologies, Regrets, and Healing

The Morning X with Barnes & Leslie ·

2025/09/25

Legendary actress Jane Fonda sits down for a deeply personal interview, addressing career highs, decades of gossip, and the controversy that has followed her for over 25 years. First, hear the moment when Fonda is brought to tears by listening to a poignant scene from a film she made with her father. She discusses the challenge of living in the public eye in her hometown of Atlanta. Then, listen as Fonda confronts one of the most persistent and painful aspects of her public life: the enduring anger

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6:54

The Morning X Conspiracy Theory Report

The Morning X with Barnes & Leslie ·

2025/09/24

Barnes, Leslie, and Crash dissect modern corporate schemes, debating whether Starbucks intentionally misspells customers' names for free viral advertising. Then, find out why someone claims your phone is definitely listening to your conversations for targeted ads, and how you can stop the eavesdropping. The discussion moves to historical bombshells: They debate why the decades-old controversy surrounding a legendary animator's frozen body sparked the idea for the movie Frozen. Then, find out if the

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10:01

Rashaun Williams: Shark Tank, Wealth, and Vetting Deals

The Morning X with Barnes & Leslie ·

2025/09/24

Meet Raushan Williams, the venture capitalist who overcame poverty and evictions on the south side of Chicago to become a financial literacy advocate and a Shark Tank investor. Hear Williams reveal the most common "wealth-destroying myth" he deconstructs for people who suddenly acquire money. He stresses the crucial financial question that almost no financial advisor asks: "What's your number?"—explaining the specific percentage return needed on investable assets for passive income to surpass

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8:37

Celeb Sleaze Pt. 2: Sheen, Presley, and Misbehavior

The Morning X with Barnes & Leslie ·

2025/09/24

The Morning X continues with more Celebrity Sleaze: First, hear the accounts from Charlie Sheen’s past, including his claim that the Mexican cartel once cut him off from buying cocaine. Barnes and Leslie debate how he is "alive" and discuss why he walked away from a staggering$54,000 an hour on Two and a Half Men. Next, the conversation shifts to Priscilla Presley's explosive new memoir, questioning the ethics of coming forward with allegations of sexual assault against Elvis Presleyafter she

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6:19

Celeb Sleaze Pt. 1: Free Speech, Priscilla Presley,...

The Morning X with Barnes & Leslie ·

2025/09/24

Barnes and Leslie have the latest Celebrity Sleaze: First, hear why a massive broadcast conglomerate is refusing to air the return of Jimmy Kimmel Live, prompting over 400 celebrities to sign a letter defendingfree speech. Next, Priscilla Presley's new memoir delivers claims about two major relationships. She discusses the heartbreaking final moments of her daughter, Lisa Marie Presley, and offers a controversial take on Michael Jackson.Listen as she claims he was manipulative and targeted the

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6:57

Barnes on Cops Pt. 2: Interviewing the Suspect Live

The Morning X with Barnes & Leslie ·

2025/09/24

Barnes files an on-the-street report detailing a police ride-along that nearly ended in disaster. He is thrown into a high-speed chase in the pouring rain down Roswell Road after a car with no taillight. When the suspect is finally clocked speeding and pulls over, Barnes risks stepping up to the car window to interview the driver live. The officer issues a ticket, but the story takes an immediate turn five minutes later. This is from the Best of The Morning X vault. The Morning X with Barnes and

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