The Morning X with Barnes & Leslie

The Morning X just received a mysterious envelope from HR, and the contents are more personal than anyone expected. Barnes, Leslie, and Crash are put to the test with a single, provocative question: "How do you know you’re in a gay man’s home?" Guided—and judged—by Queen, they trade guesses.

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Everyone has that one minor grievance they are willing to defend to the end—the "small hill" they’d die on. Barnes and Leslie take calls from listeners ready to stake their claim on everyday frustrations.

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What started as a simple debate over pepperoni and pineapple pizza quickly evolved into a high-stakes conversation about "small hills" people are willing to die on. But the real surprise comes when a long-time listener calls in to drop a bombshell about a legendary on-air proposal from the show's past. 

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The Morning X dials up a listener who is literally in the middle of a workout when he gets the surprise call. This isn't just any contestant; he's a familiar name back for redemption after a previous "bomb" of a performance. With $1,000 on the line and a fire-filled travel story from Costa Rica to share, will his confidence pay off this time?

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In this episode of "Celebrity Sleaze," the Morning X dives into a whirlwind of Hollywood drama and startling revelations. Barnes and Leslie discuss the latest developments in high-profile legal battles and a California law change that has reopened a long-closed case involving a rock legend. Things take a dark turn as they share a distressing audio leak from a famous musical couple, followed by a look at leaked text messages that ex...

In this classic "Make Us Say Wow" segment, the Morning X opens the phones for listeners to share their most unbelievable life stories. From split-second heroics on a hotel balcony to a high-speed tricycle accident that left a permanent mark, these callers deliver stories so intense they have Barnes, Leslie, and Jimmy questioning what’s even possible.

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The Morning X cracks open a "full mailbag" covering everything from deep relationship advice to financial disasters. Barnes, Leslie, and Crash debate the definition of infidelity in the digital age after a listener asks if an emotional connection in a gaming chat counts as cheating. Then, they offer advice to a listener whose father-in-law cornered them for a mandatory audit of their net worth. Plus, hear who "pissed away" hun...

The Morning X dives into a morbid new app trending in China that requires users to "check in" daily to prove they aren't dead, a concept they realize is actually brilliant for those living alone. The conversation turns controversial as Barnes, Leslie, and Crash debate a new dating platform that requires men to pay a "date preparation deposit" to cover women's hair and makeup costs. Plus, hear which social media platform offici...

The Morning X breaks down the "too dark" sequel pitch that HBO rejected, leading a "broken" star to swear off the franchise forever due to mental health struggles. Barnes and Leslie also dissect a candid conversation between two A-list best friends about why smartphones are ruining movies, forcing directors to "repeat the plot" for distracted viewers. Plus, listen to the awkward moment an actor refuses to answer a question about hi...

The Morning X analyzes explosive audio recordings from police interviews that directly contradict serious allegations against a TV actor, potentially handing the defense a major victory. The drama escalates with a scathing open letter from a famous son accusing his A-list parents of sabotaging his wedding, from a cancelled dress to a humiliating "first dance" hijack. Plus, a legendary actor is cornered on the street regarding ...

The Morning X investigates a tip that their phone screener, Doug, is prioritizing flirting over working, despite a recent stern lecture on keeping calls short. To catch him in the act, Barnes, Leslie, and Jimmy stage a sting operation by calling the station line disguised as a curious female listener. Tune in to hear the employee fumble through lines about looking like Fabio and playing in an "all-male kazoo band" before realizing ...

The Morning X gets a chaotic update on a "hook-up" segment that spiraled from a decent first date into a disaster involving a sports bar and a Miami Dolphins jersey. While the guest claims she was abandoned while Crash threw footballs in the parking lot, Barnes, Leslie, and Jimmy try to dissect her story about a "platonic friend" and a stranger at the next table who allegedly forced a kiss on her. 

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The Morning X interviews the mastermind behind Hollywood's most morbid tourist attraction, where passengers ditch the double-decker bus for a ride in a seven-passenger hearse. The creator reveals how a "cigarette and an idea" turned into a business, visiting the death sites of stars like John Belushi and River Phoenix, despite neighbors occasionally hurling vegetables at the vehicle to drive them away. Tune in to hear why the tour ...

The Morning X checks in on Crash broadcasting live from a "seedy" Miami hotel wearing nothing but a "wife beater" after a devastating National Championship loss. Barnes and Leslie question the logic of traveling hundreds of miles just to watch the game on a TV, leading to a story about a friend's husband who abandoned the group at a bar to buy a last-minute $4,000 ticket. Plus, find out how Crash managed to get his rental car back ...

The Morning X connects with Crash broadcasting from a "boutique" Florida hotel so questionable that a bathroom ceiling discovery makes Barnes and Leslie gag. Then, they explore a list of wild predictions from the 1950s regarding what life should look like today. Tune in to hear which prophecies failed miserably and which predictions missed the mark completely.

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The Morning X dives into the uncomfortable details of a leaked psychosexual evaluation where an actor defends his "low risk" status by oversharing about his shower habits and marital intimacy. Barnes and Leslie also break down the cringe-worthy moment an A-list star politely destroys a Real Housewife’s story about partying together, proving he hasn't been in her state for a decade. Plus, hear the origin story of Hollywood's m...

The Morning X checks in on Crash surviving a "nightmare" hotel situation that is "steps below a hostel" while covering the National Championship. Barnes and Leslie then pivot to a scandalous legal battle involving a director and his famous TV-star wife, dissecting a "heartfelt" letter sent to a judge amidst reports of shocking bankruptcy. Plus, they debate a new Hollywood pay model that rewards the crew, and a sports legend finally...

The Morning X launches an "undercover investigative report" by taking a bold call from a student hiding his phone in the back of an active government class. Tension builds as Barnes, Leslie, and Jimmy dare the terrified caller to interrupt the lecture on "power" with a deliberately wrong question designed to confuse the teacher. The prank reaches a breaking point when the student is coerced into handing the phone to the instru...

The Morning X checks back in with the listener who is packing his bags for Russia to meet a woman he has only known through translated emails. Barnes, Leslie, and Jimmy press him on the fear that he might just be a "ticket to the States" and warn him about a potential "bait and switch" involving a previous video that revealed a shocking lack of glamour. Plus, hear the caller admit to the secret double life he is leading with t...