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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 options include Apple Music (search 99X), Alexa and more.
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Celebrity Sleaze Part 2; Sydney Sweeney's Rising Stardom & Hollywood's Untold Stories
Barnes and Leslie discuss the latest in entertainment news, including Sydney Sweeney's exciting new roles and other surprising Hollywood tales. From biopics to classic movie homes on the market, this episode is packed with intriguing celebrity updates.
Highlights:
Sydney Sweeney's New Roles (00:00): Sydney Sweeney is set to star in the new version of Barbarella and a biopic about boxer Christy Martin. The hosts discuss the original Barbarella movie and Sweeney's upcoming projects.
Jeff Daniels' Dumb and Dumber Story (02:19): Jeff Daniels reveals he was advised against doing Dumb and Dumber and shares a hilarious behind-the-scenes story about filming the infamous bathroom scene.
Home Alone House for Sale (03:30): The iconic house from Home Alone is on the market in Winnetka, Illinois, for $5.25 million. Barnes and Leslie debate its pop culture value.
Darius Rucker's Near-Death Experience (04:27): Darius Rucker shares a harrowing tale of being saved by Woody Harrelson during a dangerous swim in Hawaii.
Renee Zellweger's Bridget Jones Return (06:51): Renee Zellweger is spotted filming Bridget Jones: Mad About the Boy in London. The hosts speculate on the plot and character details.
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 is a mix of new shows along with "Best of The Morning X" which will be on-demand via this podcast the same day after it airs on 99X. The Morning X originated in 1994 with Barnes, Leslie, and Jimmy.
Please, review and subscribe to The Morning X, available on your favorite podcast network. Get Exclusive Morning X video interviews, video content, and bonus video exclusively from Facebook, TikTok, Instagram, or our YouTube channel. Find all of our social connections at our website TheMorningX.com
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Executive Producer: Steve Barnes
Hosts: Steve Barnes, Leslie Fram
Producer: Matt Courtoy
FAIR USE COPYRIGHT NOTICE The Copyright Laws of the United States recognize a “fair use” of copyrighted content. Section 107 of the U.S. Copyright Act states:
“NOTWITHSTANDING THE PROVISIONS OF SECTIONS 106 AND 106A, THE FAIR USE OF A COPYRIGHTED WORK, INCLUDING SUCH USE BY REPRODUCTION IN COPIES OR PHONORECORDS OR BY ANY OTHER MEANS SPECIFIED BY THAT SECTION, FOR PURPOSES SUCH AS CRITICISM, COMMENT, NEWS REPORTING, TEACHING (INCLUDING MULTIPLE COPIES FOR CLASSROOM USE), SCHOLARSHIP, OR RESEARCH, IS NOT AN INFRINGEMENT OF COPYRIGHT.” THIS VIDEO/AUDIO IN GENERAL MAY CONTAIN CERTAIN COPYRIGHTED WORKS THAT WERE NOT SPECIFICALLY AUTHORIZED TO BE USED BY THE COPYRIGHT HOLDER(S), BUT WHICH WE BELIEVE IN GOOD FAITH ARE PROTECTED BY FEDERAL LAW AND THE FAIR USE DOCTRINE FOR ONE OR MORE OF THE REASONS NOTED ABOVE. IF YOU HAVE ANY SPECIFIC CONCERNS ABOUT THIS VIDEO OR OUR POSITION ON THE FAIR USE DEFENSE, PLEASE CONTACT US AT HI@THEMORNINGX.COM SO WE CAN DISCUSS AMICABLY. THANK YOU.
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Celebrity Sleaze Part 1: Summer's Top Concert Tours & Celebrity Surprises
Join Barnes and Leslie as they countdown the top concert tours of the summer and delve into surprising celebrity news. From unexpected chart-toppers to intriguing celebrity habits, this episode is packed with music updates and juicy gossip.
Highlights:
Top Concert Tours of Summer (00:00): Barnes and Leslie discuss the top 10 concert tours of the summer.
Taylor Swift's Record-Breaking Tour (01:00): Although not the top summer tour, Taylor Swift’s Eras Tour is set to be the highest-grossing tour of all time, surpassing Beyoncé and Springsteen.
Mike Tyson's Health Update (02:21): After a recent health scare, Mike Tyson reassures fans he's feeling better and ready for his upcoming fight with Jake Paul.
Knives Out 3 Cast Announcement (03:10): The cast for "Wake Up, Deadman: A Knives Out Mystery" is revealed, featuring Daniel Craig, Andrew Scott, and more.
Jennifer Love Hewitt's Unique Acting Method (04:20): Jennifer Love Hewitt shares her unusual pre-scene ritual of watching pimple popping videos to get into an emotional headspace.
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 is a mix of new shows along with "Best of The Morning X" which will be on-demand via this podcast the same day after it airs on 99X. The Morning X originated in 1994 with Barnes, Leslie, and Jimmy.
Please, review and subscribe to The Morning X, available on your favorite podcast network. Get Exclusive Morning X video interviews, video content, and bonus video exclusively from Facebook, TikTok, Instagram, or our YouTube channel. Find all of our social connections at our website TheMorningX.com
Sign up for "The Morning X Insiders" and be the first to get show announcements, free stuff, and insider information only available to members.
Executive Producer: Steve Barnes
Hosts: Steve Barnes, Leslie Fram
Producer: Matt Courtoy
FAIR USE COPYRIGHT NOTICE The Copyright Laws of the United States recognize a “fair use” of copyrighted content. Section 107 of the U.S. Copyright Act states:
“NOTWITHSTANDING THE PROVISIONS OF SECTIONS 106 AND 106A, THE FAIR USE OF A COPYRIGHTED WORK, INCLUDING SUCH USE BY REPRODUCTION IN COPIES OR PHONORECORDS OR BY ANY OTHER MEANS SPECIFIED BY THAT SECTION, FOR PURPOSES SUCH AS CRITICISM, COMMENT, NEWS REPORTING, TEACHING (INCLUDING MULTIPLE COPIES FOR CLASSROOM USE), SCHOLARSHIP, OR RESEARCH, IS NOT AN INFRINGEMENT OF COPYRIGHT.” THIS VIDEO/AUDIO IN GENERAL MAY CONTAIN CERTAIN COPYRIGHTED WORKS THAT WERE NOT SPECIFICALLY AUTHORIZED TO BE USED BY THE COPYRIGHT HOLDER(S), BUT WHICH WE BELIEVE IN GOOD FAITH ARE PROTECTED BY FEDERAL LAW AND THE FAIR USE DOCTRINE FOR ONE OR MORE OF THE REASONS NOTED ABOVE. IF YOU HAVE ANY SPECIFIC CONCERNS ABOUT THIS VIDEO OR OUR POSITION ON THE FAIR USE DEFENSE, PLEASE CONTACT US AT HI@THEMORNINGX.COM SO WE CAN DISCUSS AMICABLY. THANK YOU.
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A 99X Rock Star Won a Car on The Price is Right
Drew Copeland from Sister Hazel wins a car on The Price is Right and shares his experience with The Morning X. He talks about the process of getting on the show, his experience on stage, the prizes he won, and his plans for the car which are very special.
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 Atlanta), at 99X.com, or in the 99X app. The show is a mix of new shows along with "Best of The Morning X" which will be on-demand via this podcast the same day after it airs on 99X. The Morning X originated in 1994 with Barnes, Leslie, and Jimmy.
Please, review and subscribe to The Morning X, available on your favorite podcast network. Get Exclusive Morning X video interviews, video content, and bonus video exclusively from Facebook, TikTok, Instagram, or our YouTube channel. Find all of our social connections at our website TheMorningX.com
Sign up for "The Morning X Insiders" and be the first to get show announcements, free stuff, and insider information only available to members.
Executive Producer: Steve Barnes
Hosts: Steve Barnes, Leslie Fram
Producer: Matt Courtoy
FAIR USE COPYRIGHT NOTICE The Copyright Laws of the United States recognize a “fair use” of copyrighted content. Section 107 of the U.S. Copyright Act states:
“NOTWITHSTANDING THE PROVISIONS OF SECTIONS 106 AND 106A, THE FAIR USE OF A COPYRIGHTED WORK, INCLUDING SUCH USE BY REPRODUCTION IN COPIES OR PHONORECORDS OR BY ANY OTHER MEANS SPECIFIED BY THAT SECTION, FOR PURPOSES SUCH AS CRITICISM, COMMENT, NEWS REPORTING, TEACHING (INCLUDING MULTIPLE COPIES FOR CLASSROOM USE), SCHOLARSHIP, OR RESEARCH, IS NOT AN INFRINGEMENT OF COPYRIGHT.” THIS VIDEO/AUDIO IN GENERAL MAY CONTAIN CERTAIN COPYRIGHTED WORKS THAT WERE NOT SPECIFICALLY AUTHORIZED TO BE USED BY THE COPYRIGHT HOLDER(S), BUT WHICH WE BELIEVE IN GOOD FAITH ARE PROTECTED BY FEDERAL LAW AND THE FAIR USE DOCTRINE FOR ONE OR MORE OF THE REASONS NOTED ABOVE. IF YOU HAVE ANY SPECIFIC CONCERNS ABOUT THIS VIDEO OR OUR POSITION ON THE FAIR USE DEFENSE, PLEASE CONTACT US AT HI@THEMORNINGX.COM SO WE CAN DISCUSS AMICABLY. THANK YOU.
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Powerful Songs That Move Us part 2: Listener Favorites
Join Barnes and Leslie on the Morning X as they ask listeners to name the most powerful song that has impacted their lives. From Coldplay to The Smiths, listeners call in from all over America to share the tracks that resonate deeply with them. Hear personal stories, emotional connections, and even a special appearance by Steve Craig, who reflects on a song that moved an entire radio station.
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 is a mix of new shows along with "Best of The Morning X" which will be on-demand via this podcast the same day after it airs on 99X. The Morning X originated in 1994 with Barnes, Leslie, and Jimmy.
Please, review and subscribe to The Morning X, available on your favorite podcast network. Get Exclusive Morning X video interviews, video content, and bonus video exclusively from Facebook, TikTok, Instagram, or our YouTube channel. Find all of our social connections at our website TheMorningX.com
Sign up for "The Morning X Insiders" and be the first to get show announcements, free stuff, and insider information only available to members.
Executive Producer: Steve Barnes
Hosts: Steve Barnes, Leslie Fram
Producer: Matt Courtoy
FAIR USE COPYRIGHT NOTICE The Copyright Laws of the United States recognize a “fair use” of copyrighted content. Section 107 of the U.S. Copyright Act states:
“NOTWITHSTANDING THE PROVISIONS OF SECTIONS 106 AND 106A, THE FAIR USE OF A COPYRIGHTED WORK, INCLUDING SUCH USE BY REPRODUCTION IN COPIES OR PHONORECORDS OR BY ANY OTHER MEANS SPECIFIED BY THAT SECTION, FOR PURPOSES SUCH AS CRITICISM, COMMENT, NEWS REPORTING, TEACHING (INCLUDING MULTIPLE COPIES FOR CLASSROOM USE), SCHOLARSHIP, OR RESEARCH, IS NOT AN INFRINGEMENT OF COPYRIGHT.” THIS VIDEO/AUDIO IN GENERAL MAY CONTAIN CERTAIN COPYRIGHTED WORKS THAT WERE NOT SPECIFICALLY AUTHORIZED TO BE USED BY THE COPYRIGHT HOLDER(S), BUT WHICH WE BELIEVE IN GOOD FAITH ARE PROTECTED BY FEDERAL LAW AND THE FAIR USE DOCTRINE FOR ONE OR MORE OF THE REASONS NOTED ABOVE. IF YOU HAVE ANY SPECIFIC CONCERNS ABOUT THIS VIDEO OR OUR POSITION ON THE FAIR USE DEFENSE, PLEASE CONTACT US AT HI@THEMORNINGX.COM SO WE CAN DISCUSS AMICABLY. THANK YOU.
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Powerful Songs That Move Us Part 1: Listener Favorites
Join The Morning X as they dive into a heartfelt discussion about powerful songs that have left a lasting impact on listeners. From Jackson Browne to R.E.M., hear the tracks that resonate deeply with fans calling in and discover the personal stories behind their choices. Barnes and Leslie also reveal their favorites.
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 is a mix of new shows along with "Best of The Morning X" which will be on-demand via this podcast the same day after it airs on 99X. The Morning X originated in 1994 with Barnes, Leslie, and Jimmy.
Please, review and subscribe to The Morning X, available on your favorite podcast network. Get Exclusive Morning X video interviews, video content, and bonus video exclusively from Facebook, TikTok, Instagram, or our YouTube channel. Find all of our social connections at our website TheMorningX.com
Sign up for "The Morning X Insiders" and be the first to get show announcements, free stuff, and insider information only available to members.
Executive Producer: Steve Barnes
Hosts: Steve Barnes, Leslie Fram
Producer: Matt Courtoy
FAIR USE COPYRIGHT NOTICE The Copyright Laws of the United States recognize a “fair use” of copyrighted content. Section 107 of the U.S. Copyright Act states:
“NOTWITHSTANDING THE PROVISIONS OF SECTIONS 106 AND 106A, THE FAIR USE OF A COPYRIGHTED WORK, INCLUDING SUCH USE BY REPRODUCTION IN COPIES OR PHONORECORDS OR BY ANY OTHER MEANS SPECIFIED BY THAT SECTION, FOR PURPOSES SUCH AS CRITICISM, COMMENT, NEWS REPORTING, TEACHING (INCLUDING MULTIPLE COPIES FOR CLASSROOM USE), SCHOLARSHIP, OR RESEARCH, IS NOT AN INFRINGEMENT OF COPYRIGHT.” THIS VIDEO/AUDIO IN GENERAL MAY CONTAIN CERTAIN COPYRIGHTED WORKS THAT WERE NOT SPECIFICALLY AUTHORIZED TO BE USED BY THE COPYRIGHT HOLDER(S), BUT WHICH WE BELIEVE IN GOOD FAITH ARE PROTECTED BY FEDERAL LAW AND THE FAIR USE DOCTRINE FOR ONE OR MORE OF THE REASONS NOTED ABOVE. IF YOU HAVE ANY SPECIFIC CONCERNS ABOUT THIS VIDEO OR OUR POSITION ON THE FAIR USE DEFENSE, PLEASE CONTACT US AT HI@THEMORNINGX.COM SO WE CAN DISCUSS AMICABLY. THANK YOU.
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Celebrity Sleaze Part 2: Box Office, New Podcast from A-Listers and More
Barnes and Leslie bring you the latest celebrity gossip and shocking news from the weekend. Bizarre revelations from Julia Fox, Cheers is coming back to live in a new form and how did it shake down at the Box Office this weekend?
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 is a mix of new shows along with "Best of The Morning X" which will be on-demand via this podcast the same day after it airs on 99X. The Morning X originated in 1994 with Barnes, Leslie, and Jimmy.
Please, review and subscribe to The Morning X, available on your favorite podcast network. Get Exclusive Morning X video interviews, video content, and bonus video exclusively from Facebook, TikTok, Instagram, or our YouTube channel. Find all of our social connections at our website TheMorningX.com
Sign up for "The Morning X Insiders" and be the first to get show announcements, free stuff, and insider information only available to members.
Executive Producer: Steve Barnes
Hosts: Steve Barnes, Leslie Fram
Producer: Matt Courtoy
FAIR USE COPYRIGHT NOTICE The Copyright Laws of the United States recognize a “fair use” of copyrighted content. Section 107 of the U.S. Copyright Act states:
“NOTWITHSTANDING THE PROVISIONS OF SECTIONS 106 AND 106A, THE FAIR USE OF A COPYRIGHTED WORK, INCLUDING SUCH USE BY REPRODUCTION IN COPIES OR PHONORECORDS OR BY ANY OTHER MEANS SPECIFIED BY THAT SECTION, FOR PURPOSES SUCH AS CRITICISM, COMMENT, NEWS REPORTING, TEACHING (INCLUDING MULTIPLE COPIES FOR CLASSROOM USE), SCHOLARSHIP, OR RESEARCH, IS NOT AN INFRINGEMENT OF COPYRIGHT.” THIS VIDEO/AUDIO IN GENERAL MAY CONTAIN CERTAIN COPYRIGHTED WORKS THAT WERE NOT SPECIFICALLY AUTHORIZED TO BE USED BY THE COPYRIGHT HOLDER(S), BUT WHICH WE BELIEVE IN GOOD FAITH ARE PROTECTED BY FEDERAL LAW AND THE FAIR USE DOCTRINE FOR ONE OR MORE OF THE REASONS NOTED ABOVE. IF YOU HAVE ANY SPECIFIC CONCERNS ABOUT THIS VIDEO OR OUR POSITION ON THE FAIR USE DEFENSE, PLEASE CONTACT US AT HI@THEMORNINGX.COM SO WE CAN DISCUSS AMICABLY. THANK YOU.
See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.