The Morning X with Barnes & Leslie
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 options include Apple Music (search 99X), Alexa and more.
Episodes
The top 5 audio moments of the week, starting with exciting concert news for Marvelous 3 fans. Then, Dave Coulier finally opens up about his relationship with Alanis Morissette and the inspiration behind "You Oughta Know." The conversation takes a bizarre turn with Halle Berry's very public and suggestive Mother's Day post. Next, hear a shocking on-air character assassination of Blake Lively. The countdown continues with a news ana...
Get ready to laugh with the legendary George Wallace. He shares his journey into comedy, from childhood jokes to a fifty-year career of making people happy. Discover his surprising background in transportation and hear his hilarious takes on Atlanta, from its lack of actual peach trees to its status as a top vacation spot. Plus, find out his must-try restaurant recommendation for a true taste of the city. This is a conversation fil...
This episode delves into the often daunting world of divorce with expert Jarrod Oxendine. Hear an unbelievable tale of passive-aggressive alimony payments and, more importantly, gain valuable insight for anyone contemplating taking that first scary step towards separation. Jared offers a powerful pep talk, emphasizing that happiness is deserved and fear shouldn't dictate your future. Plus, listen to a heartwarming success story of ...
In this episode of Sleaze: a bizarre claim involving Blake Lively, her lawyers, and alleged extortion of Taylor Swift. Then, things get physical as they discuss a video of Theo Von's brief altercation with a persistent fan. The excitement builds with the release of the full trailer for the new Superman movie. In a surprising segment, they share some of Joan Rivers' most outrageous jokes from a recent tribute. Finally, they touch on...
In this episode of Sleaze: from the disturbing unedited video in the Diddy assault case and Suge Knight's surprising take, to actress Nicole Eggert's shocking revelations about her time on "Charles in Charge" and Scott Baio. Plus, hear Bill Belichick address his personal life, Sean Penn's disheveled appearance and past behavior, and Madonna's upcoming Netflix series. Finally, get an update on the James Bond casting and George Cloon...
Someone on The Morning X is desperate to keep their family name alive. Facing the reality of no heirs, they makes a truly bizarre and hilarious offer to expecting parents: name your baby after them for a year, and get a hefty payout! You won't believe how seriously some people consider this wild proposition!
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 ...
Someone on The Morning X is desperate to keep their family name alive. Facing the reality of no heirs, they makes a truly bizarre and hilarious offer to expecting parents: name your baby after them for a year, and get a hefty payout! You won't believe how seriously some people consider this wild proposition!
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 ...
Ever had a bad day at work? Think again This episode dives headfirst into unbelievable tales of workplace altercations, from kitchen chaos to construction site brawls and even a Marine Corps meltdown. You won't believe the stories of bosses and coworkers coming to blows. Get ready for some jaw-dropping confessions of workplace rage.
This is from the Best of The Morning X vault.
Barnes, Leslie, Crash and Queen dive into a variety upcoming events. The discussion bounces from quirky concert promotions like "Wet Nose Night" at a baseball game, where fans can bring their dogs, to upcoming events like "Psychology of a Murderer" at City Winery, which dives into criminal psychology with a twist of wine. Queen also talks about a comedy show called "Moms Unhinged," which highlights the success of a mom-centered com...
Queen joins in as “Drinking someone up” is discussed — a term used to describe how much alcohol you’d need to raise someone’s attractiveness in your mind. The conversation gets hilariously deep as they discuss how much alcohol it takes to increase a person’s "value" by 25%, referencing various amounts of beer and wine and sharing personal anecdotes. The exact amount is revealed from recent resear...
In the upcoming John Wick spinoff Ballerina and Anna De Armas taking center stage as a ballerina-turned-assassin. The conversation shifts to Tom Cruise’s fitness regimen, his upcoming Mission Impossible film, and the seemingly ageless actor’s dedication. In other news, Metallica’s performance at Virgini...
A debate on Salma Hayek’s appearance on the cover of Sports Illustrated's Swimsuit Issue at 58, offering mixed views on the growing trend of promoting diversity in body types. They debate whether it’s about celebrating people for their unique traits or if it feels like pushing an agenda. The conversation then shifts to the upcoming legal drama A...
The Morning X crew has some fun with a wild claim that Barnes is actually a computer-generated voice. The conversation spirals into comedic confusion as the hosts demonstrate the "technology" behind Barnes' voice, complete with jokes about the artificial nature of his presence at events and on the air. As they go back and forth with callers, the crew continues to play along with the idea, culminating in a mock demonstration of Barn...
Barnes, Leslie, Jimmy and Crash switch roles and dive into the madness of impersonating each other. They tackle everything from the traffic report (delivered well past its prime) to off-the-wall news bits, all while poking fun at the absurdity of their day-to-day. In between the chaos, there's a random discussion on a stolen golf trip, wacky weather reports, and a slew of inside jokes that keep the energy high.
This is from the Bes...
Steve Williams, the CEO of Pillow Fight Championships, shares the origins and evolution of the unique sport of pillow fighting. He discusses the transition from MMA to pillow fighting, the mechanics of the sport, and the training involved for participants. The conversation also touches on the challenges and successes of promoting this unconventional sport, including its reception during the pandemic and future events.
The Morning X explores the resurgence of 99X and its impact on a new generation of music listeners. Barnes and Leslie discuss how younger audiences are discovering rock and alternative music through various mediums, including video games and family influences. Listeners share their experiences of introducing their children to iconic bands, highlighting the intergenerational connections formed through music.
The Morning X with Barne...
The Morning X explores the resurgence of 99X and its impact on a new generation of music listeners. Barnes and Leslie discuss how younger audiences are discovering rock and alternative music through various mediums, including video games and family influences. Listeners share their experiences of introducing their children to iconic bands, highlighting the intergenerational connections formed through music.
The Morning X with Barne...
The conversation revolves around the best covers of alt rock songs, with various listeners calling in to share their favorites. The Morning X takes calls, discussing iconic covers and the artists behind them, while also exploring the emotional impact these covers have on listeners.
The Morning X with Barnes and Leslie - Listen live weekdays 6-10 am eastern on 99X Atlanta (100.5 on
Trending topics including the Diddy trial, updates on the Me Too movement from France, Hollywood news featuring Michael Jordan and Mission Impossible, and Mother's Day controversies involving celebrities.
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 app.
The show includes "Best of The Morning X" which will be on-de...
In This episode of Celebrity Sleaze: A new trailer has arrived for Brad Pitt's new film about Formula One, and reflect on the impact of shows like Righteous Gemstones. The conversation also touches on Taylor Sheridan's motivational speech at a TCU graduation ceremony and the casting of Jude Law and Andrew Garfield in a series about Siegfried and Roy. The episode concludes with news about the expansion of the Creed franchise.
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