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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 op ...
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Barnes and Leslie discuss various topics including an upcoming interview with Sting and how you can ask him a question, the tragic story of Liam Payne, and provide recommendations for those traveling to Austin for the Texas vs. Georgia game. The Morning X with Barnes and Leslie - Listen live weekdays 6-10 am eastern on 99X Atlanta (100.5 on the FM …
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Divorce is never an easy topic. Jarrod Oxendine of Oxendine Law – Divorce & Family Law Attorneys - joins Barnes & Leslie to help our listeners navigate sensitive topics surrounding divorce. In this episode, careful the way you label your belongings and "make up" sex like you're never heard it. Need more information, visit their website: www.oxlawfi…
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Barnes and Leslie review the top five audio highlights of the week, including a quirky cat convention, Ariana Grande's impressive SNL impressions, a humorous mix-up involving flowers sent to the wrong person, and a bold resignation at Walmart that went viral and more. The Morning X with Barnes and Leslie - Listen live weekdays 6-10 am eastern on 99…
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In this episode of Celebrity Sleaze: the financial failure of the film 'Joker' and the blame placed on Joaquin Phoenix, Hugh Grant's unique experience of pretending to be his own talent agent, Justin Timberlake's DWI incident and its impact on his marriage, and Kristen Cavallari's wild theory about Kanye West being a clone. Also, music news regardi…
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In this episode of Celebrity Sleaze: Russell Brand's controversial endorsement of a charm, Nick Jonas's stage incident, and ongoing legal issues surrounding Sean Diddy Combs. Also, the resurgence of SNL's viewership and notable performances in the music industry. The Morning X with Barnes and Leslie - Listen live weekdays 6-10 am eastern on 99X Atl…
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Barnes, Leslie and Jimmy discuss the phenomenon of baby talk in relationships. They engage listeners in a fun challenge where couples attempt to get their partners to baby talk back to them. 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 …
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On this episode of The Morning X, Barnes and Leslie welcome Queen back for her weekly report on upcoming events. Queen covers a packed weekend lineup in Atlanta, with highlights including recaps of Pride's success, upcoming 99X shows, and quirky festivals. They rave about Will Hoge, Palaye Royale, and the mysterious masked artist Red Leather, along…
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On this episode of The Morning X, Barnes and Leslie, along with Crash and Queen engage in more team building. This time HR has a somewhat inappropriate ice breaking question for everyone to answer. TMI is the order of the day, for this team building activity. The Morning X with Barnes and Leslie - Listen live weekdays 6-10 am eastern on 99X Atlanta…
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On this episode of The Morning X, Barnes and Leslie dive head first into the bizarre world of Crash’s AI girlfriend, Chloe. Crash introduces Chloe to the audience, fielding questions from friends and family via social media. Chloe shares her undying affection for Crash, praising his humor, kindness, and soul, while brushing off jokes and awkward co…
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In this episode of Celebrity Sleaze on The Morning X, Barnes and Leslie praise Sydney Sweeney for busting a criminal. Mark Cuban says goodbye, Kathy Bates talks weight loss, and Jelly Roll says he's sorry. Did you know that you could have your ceremonial key to a city revoked? Plus, Samuel Jackson reveals his favorite line from Pulp Fiction, which …
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In this episode of Celebrity Sleaze on The Morning X, Barnes and Leslie start with explosive allegations involving RFK Jr., with some really weird stuff to unpack. Who is more tech-savvy, Pacino or Stallone? One of Clint Eastwood's kids got arrested, and the resurgence of Milli Vanilli. The Morning X with Barnes and Leslie - Listen live weekdays 6-…
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On this episode of the Best Of The Morning X, Barnes, Leslie, and Jimmy talk to golfing legend Lee Trevino. Trevino reflects on his incredible career, from winning over 50 PGA and senior PGA titles to sharing some of his most memorable moments, including surviving a lightning strike on the course. He opens up about his favorite golf quotes, playing…
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On this episode of the Best Of The Morning X, Barnes, Leslie, and Jimmy talk to golfing legend Lee Trevino. Trevino reflects on his incredible career, from winning over 50 PGA and senior PGA titles to sharing some of his most memorable moments, including surviving a lightning strike on the course. He opens up about his favorite golf quotes, playing…
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On this episode of the Best Of The Morning X, Barnes, Leslie, and Jimmy talk to golfing legend Lee Trevino. Trevino reflects on his incredible career, from winning over 50 PGA and senior PGA titles to sharing some of his most memorable moments, including surviving a lightning strike on the course. He opens up about his favorite golf quotes, playing…
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On this episode of The Morning X, Barnes and Leslie play a round of Leslie's Word of the Month Club, where a 99X listeners gets to bet on whether Leslie will know the definition of a new word or expression. After reviewing some new words going into the Merriam-Webster dictionary, Jason places his bet on Leslie's knowledge. Does he win the $99 or do…
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On this episode of The Morning X, Barnes and Leslie ask listeners and each other a fun question: What is one thing you will never do in life? Find out what the crew and 99X most likely won't ever do in their lifetimes. It's the anti-bucket list. The Morning X with Barnes and Leslie - Listen live weekdays 6-10 am eastern on 99X Atlanta (100.5 on the…
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On this episode of The Morning X, Barnes and Leslie ask listeners and each other a fun question: What is one thing you will never do in life? Find out what the crew and 99X most likely won't ever do in their lifetimes. It's the anti-bucket list. The Morning X with Barnes and Leslie - Listen live weekdays 6-10 am eastern on 99X Atlanta (100.5 on the…
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On this episode of The Morning X, Barnes and Leslie unfold a wild local story involving Cobb County’s sheriff and an unexpected police response. They challenge listeners to solve this “true crime puzzle” based on real audio clips from the news. The story keeps building with each clip until the source of all the drama is revealed. The Morning X with…
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In this episode of Celebrity Sleaze, Barnes and Leslie discuss the challenges of wearing prosthetics in acting, misconceptions about SNL characters, celebrity tensions, and unique movie concepts, providing a humorous and insightful look into the entertainment industry. The Morning X with Barnes and Leslie - Listen live weekdays 6-10 am eastern on 9…
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The episode of Celebrity Sleaze covers various celebrity news topics, including the serious allegations against Sean Diddy Combs, Al Pacino's near-death experience due to COVID-19, mishaps involving Olivia Rodrigo during a concert, and Elton John's flirtation at a panel discussion. The Morning X with Barnes and Leslie - Listen live weekdays 6-10 am…
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Barnes, Leslie, and Jimmy sit down with Facts of Life star Lisa Whelchel. Lisa shares reflections on her time as Blair, navigating life as a child actor, and the conscious choices she made after leaving Hollywood. She discusses homeschooling her children, her decision to step away from acting, and the reunion project currently in the works for Fact…
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Barnes, Leslie, and Jimmy sit down with Facts of Life star Lisa Whelchel. Lisa shares reflections on her time as Blair, navigating life as a child actor, and the conscious choices she made after leaving Hollywood. She discusses homeschooling her children, her decision to step away from acting, and the reunion project currently in the works for Fact…
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Barnes, Leslie, and Jimmy sit down with Facts of Life star Lisa Whelchel. Lisa shares reflections on her time as Blair, navigating life as a child actor, and the conscious choices she made after leaving Hollywood. She discusses homeschooling her children, her decision to step away from acting, and the reunion project currently in the works for Fact…
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On this episode of The Morning X, Barnes and Leslie introduce listeners to the newest surprise for co-host Crash—an AI girlfriend named Chloe! They help create Crash's dream partner live on the air. Crash selects everything from Chloe’s ethnicity, personality, and hobbies to her career and appearance. Will Chloe be the companion Crash has been miss…
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On this episode of The Morning X, Barnes and Leslie introduce listeners to the newest surprise for co-host Crash—an AI girlfriend named Chloe! They help create Crash's dream partner live on the air. Crash selects everything from Chloe’s ethnicity, personality, and hobbies to her career and appearance. Will Chloe be the companion Crash has been miss…
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On this episode of The Morning X, Barnes and Leslie geek out over Tesla’s latest updates from Elon Musk, including robo-taxis, self-driving cars with no steering wheels, and Tesla's futuristic van. Barnes talks about using his Tesla to park itself and drive up to pick him up, leaving bystanders amazed. The discussion then turns to the potential of …
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In this episode of Celebrity Sleaze on The Morning X, Barnes and Leslie check out some surprising advice from Gypsy Rose Blanchard for some soon to be released prisoners. Anne Hathaway is sorry for something she did in 2012, Oasis fans are burying contraband, and a performer leaves the stage to deliver a baby. Plus, Mark Wahlberg showed up for Mari…
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In this episode of Celebrity Sleaze on The Morning X, Barnes and Leslie talk SNL. Weekend update featured a send up of the Gallagher brothers, Ariana Grande impressed with her Jennifer Coolidge impression, and a technical glitch pushed Stevie Nicks' first appearance in 40 years back 50 seconds. Plus, love after 90, a Taylor Swift impersonator is ra…
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On this episode of The Morning X, Barnes and Leslie, along with Crash talk about the rising costs of tickets to concerts. 99X listeners call in with their stories of the exorbitant amounts of money they laid out to see their favorite artists. The conversation touches on service fees, nostalgia for paper tickets, and how to navigate the ticket indus…
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On this episode of The Morning X, Barnes and Leslie, along with Crash talk about the rising costs of tickets to concerts. 99X listeners call in with their stories of the exorbitant amounts of money they laid out to see their favorite artists. The conversation touches on service fees, nostalgia for paper tickets, and how to navigate the ticket indus…
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On this episode of The Morning X, Barnes and Leslie tackle the topic of shared couple social media accounts and the surprising poll results showing that couples who post frequent selfies are reportedly less happy. The discussion dives into the nuances of managing joint accounts, with a listener, Michael, calling in to share his experience of co-man…
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On this episode of The Morning X, Barnes and Leslie respond to a moving message from 99X listener Zoe. She wanted help to surprise her mother, Michelle, with tickets to see her favorite 99X band. Michelle was diagnosed with stage 3 melanoma, is about to start another round of treatment, and Zoe wanted to give her a night of music to remember. Then …
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On this episode of The Morning X, Barnes and Leslie respond to a moving message from 99X listener Zoe. She wanted help to surprise her mother, Michelle, with tickets to see her favorite 99X band. Michelle was diagnosed with stage 3 melanoma, is about to start another round of treatment, and Zoe wanted to give her a night of music to remember. Barne…
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In this episode of Celebrity Sleaze on The Morning X, Barnes and Leslie listen to the most bizarre courthouse steps announcement EVER made. Kanye West is being sued, more on getting the Menendez brothers out of jail, Emily is no longer in Paris, and a couple of couples splitting up rumors. The Morning X with Barnes and Leslie - Listen live weekdays…
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In this episode of Celebrity Sleaze on The Morning X, Barnes and Leslie talk about a strange moment at a Georgia football game where actor Glenn Powell appeared in character for a new Hulu series. Hilary Duff confronted a man for taking pictures are her child's soccer practice, but was he an innocent photographer or something more suspicious? The M…
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On this episode of the Best Of The Morning X, Barnes, Leslie, and Jimmy interview Steve O. and Chris Pontius from MTV's Jackass. The guys share stories about questionable ideas that didn’t make the cut (including a wall with a mystery hole), and how they navigated the fallout from injuries and protests. They talk tattoos, pranks, and hygiene challe…
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On this episode of the Best Of The Morning X, Barnes, Leslie, and Jimmy talk to students calling in live from Griffin High School—while still in class. A student, Mark, reveals the teacher got locked out during a bathroom break, prompting a hilarious impromptu chat with Barnes and the crew. Miss Proctor, the teacher in question, eventually joins th…
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On this episode of The Morning X, Barnes and Leslie, joined by Crash, build anticipation for an upcoming surprise that could change Crash’s life forever. They tease the possibility of introducing him to a new love interest, with hints about her being "perfect" and reminiscent of Weird Science vibes. Barnes drops a lot of cryptic clues, but what cou…
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On this episode of The Morning X, Barnes and Leslie take a look at some music news. The Flaming Lips extended family had some good news and tragic news this week. The pair discusses James Blunt’s Back to Bedlam 20th-anniversary release, Jelly Roll’s new album Beautifully Broken, and Offspring’s long-awaited Supercharged. Additionally, they delve in…
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On this episode of The Morning X, Barnes and Leslie count down the top five audio clips of the week. Who will take the No. 1 spot and receive the honor of having the best audio clip of the week? 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…
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In this episode of Celebrity Sleaze on The Morning X, Barnes and Leslie discuss Green Day's "demastered" version of Dookie - to celebrate its 30th anniversary. Sting talks about hitting the road with a 3-piece band. Plus, Lady Gaga's psychiatric nurse, Travis Kelce's acting ambitions, Diddy's jailhouse reunion, and a grateful movie legend. The Morn…
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In this episode of Celebrity Sleaze on The Morning X, Barnes and Leslie, talk about Jennifer Lopez opening up about her split with Ben Affleck. Lisa Marie Presley’s shocking revelations about childhood abuse from her book, From Here to the Great Unknown. Plus, lip readers at the Joker premier, Taylor's generosity, Hoda, Drew Barrymore's lack of a b…
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On this episode of the Best Of The Morning X, Barnes, Leslie, and Jimmy talk about the quirks and odd behaviors that can make or break a first date. Jimmy shares a story from a friend whose date had a strange habit at the movies. 99X listeners also chime in with their funniest reasons for ending dates. This is from the Best of The Morning X vault. …
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On this episode of the Best Of The Morning X, Barnes, Leslie, and Jimmy, special guest Kevin Bacon joins to discuss his experiences in the movie Wild Things and his music career. Bacon also opens up about the infamous full-frontal scene, explaining how it was unplanned but didn’t bother him. In addition, he shares updates on The Bacon Brothers' ong…
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On this episode of the Best Of The Morning X, Barnes, Leslie, and Jimmy, special guest Kevin Bacon joins to discuss his experiences in the movie Wild Things and his music career. Bacon also opens up about the infamous full-frontal scene, explaining how it was unplanned but didn’t bother him. In addition, he shares updates on The Bacon Brothers' ong…
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On this episode of The Morning X, Barnes, Leslie and special guest Jimmy welcome Queen back for her weekly report on upcoming events. Queen covers all the shows you need to know about this weekend including: Pride events, Lion King, Post Malone and more. The Morning X with Barnes and Leslie - Listen live weekdays 6-10 am eastern on 99X Atlanta (100…
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On this episode of The Morning X, Barnes, Leslie and special guest Jimmy welcome Queen back for her weekly report on upcoming events. Queen covers all the shows you need to know about this weekend including: The The, Inhaler, Vampire Weekend and more. The Morning X with Barnes and Leslie - Listen live weekdays 6-10 am eastern on 99X Atlanta (100.5 …
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On this episode of The Morning X, Barnes and Leslie talk about hurricane Milton as it bears down on Florida's west coast. Then the crew, along with Crash discuss "Boomer Stuff" that's slowly disappearing right before our eyes. Ellipses... we're looking at you. The Morning X with Barnes and Leslie - Listen live weekdays 6-10 am eastern on 99X Atlant…
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In this episode of Celebrity Sleaze on The Morning X, Barnes and Leslie discuss more new disturbing allegations against Diddy. Lisa Marie Presley's opioid addiction reached an unbelievable level. The Office's Jenna Fischer has some good news. Plus, find out what Justin Timberlake and Mark Wahlberg have been up too. The Morning X with Barnes and Les…
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In this episode of Celebrity Sleaze on The Morning X, Barnes and Leslie get a little weirded out by a revelation from Lisa Marie Presley's new book. R.E.M. are putting out a 25th anniversary deluxe edition of their album Up. Limp Bizkit get litigious and Billy Baldwin supports his big brother. The Morning X with Barnes and Leslie - Listen live week…
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