Best Leslie | Cumulus Media Atlanta Podcasts (2025)

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Queen's Weekend Planner: High Culture, Holiday Cheer, and Hot Cops 11:01

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3h ago11:01

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The Queen checks in live from Palm Springs in the pitch black, having driven all night, to deliver a chaotic rundown of the weekend's events. Hear the details about a Saturday concert by Shawn Mullins at Mad Life Studios. Find out why the Queen is nauseated by the amount of Christmas cheer she has to report, including a Christmas Carol musical at G…

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What Your Friends Think of You Behind Your Back with Queen 7:24

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The Queen checks in from downtown Palm Springs, admitting she's already had a hard night involving a drive over some mountains. Despite the early hour and the doubts of Barnes, Leslie, and Crash, the group proceeds with a psychological test: determining what "aura" color their friends see when they think of them. Hear the unanimous verdict on Barne…

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Listener Loop: "What is a Bad Habit You Would Like to Stop?" 7:54

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The Morning X opens the "Listener Loop," where listeners call in to ask anything, and the question is then looped back to the city. The segment kicks off with the question: "What is a bad habit that you would like to stop?" Hear the confessions, including Barnes's obvious struggle, Leslie’s difficulty with something, and Crash Clark's public habit.…

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Barnes Buzz: Digital Spying, Designed Conflict, and Rapid Delivery 7:30

5h ago7:30

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First, hear about a new threat to digital privacy. Find out why this is being compared to a Microsoft Teams update and why Barnes warns this could be grounds for getting fired. Next, a major psychologist reveals relationship advice. Listen as Crash instantly implements this advice on the air. Plus, get the critical consumer updates: why you need to…

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Celeb Sleaze Pt. 2: From Hetfield's Joy to Del Toro's Fury 6:53

5h ago6:53

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First, hear why Barnes and Leslie are scratching their heads over a new movie featuring two A-list stars, which surprisingly focuses on a real-life cover band. Next, a beloved reality competition is coming back to a streaming service. The segment also touches on the current awards season, where an award-winning filmmaker used his Vanguard tribute a…

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Celeb Sleaze Pt. 1: Scams, Series Errors, and Superhero Disses 7:54

5h ago7:54

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The Morning X dives into a fresh batch of "Celebrity Sleaze," starting with the return of a festival influencer. Hear why his latest venture looks like "None-aroo" and how he's allegedly scamming people. Next, Barnes and Leslie turn to Hollywood's biggest gaffes. HBO has released the 4K version of a classic series, but fans are finding hilarious, v…

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Caught an Ex Cheating Pt. 2 9:48

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The Morning X continues the discussion on "Caught an Ex Cheating," sharing two high-stakes confrontation stories from listeners. First, John shares how he grew suspicious of his fiancée and set a meticulous trap. After telling her he was leaving for a district managers meeting until Sunday night, he checked into a hotel, called her, and then return…

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Caught an Ex Cheating Pt. 1 7:14

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The Morning X explores tales of how listeners caught their cheating exes using bizarre clues. Hear how one caller busted her husband, who was supposedly on a hunting trip, after finding a receipt for cheap wine in his truck. Even after reconciling, the drama escalated when a co-worker delivered a chilling message. Then, a male caller shares the ite…

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Red the Cabbie’s Christmas Tree Run to Maine 5:07

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The Morning X refuses to settle for an ordinary Christmas tree, demanding one that is "untouched by human hands and unseen by human eyes". To get the best blue spruce, they decided to send someone to the source in Maine. They dispatched Red the Cabbie in his cab on this massive cross-country trek. Hear the check-in: Red is only 12 hours into his jo…

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The Great Voicemail Clean Out 8:05

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The Morning X tackles a major issue: their overflowing and mundane voicemail inbox. After dealing with the chaos of the "disco people" stealing their signal, Barnes, Leslie, and Crash find a novel solution: using AI to convert actual listener voicemails into incredibly catchy songs. Hear the resulting rock anthems based on listeners' beefs and brus…

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What We Took For Granted: The Most Surprising Things We Miss 9:46

1d ago9:46

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The Morning X explores a powerful theme: What's something you didn't appreciate until it was gone?. Barnes kicks off the nostalgia with his admission, and they reminisce about iconic Atlanta venues they took for granted. Listeners phone in with even wilder examples. Finally, listen to the segment to find out the final item Barnes reveals he misses …

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Celeb Sleaze Pt. 2: Health Scares and Documentary Warfare 8:34

1d ago8:34

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The Morning X delivers another "Celebrity Sleaze" segment, covering financial wisdom, health scares for legends, legal fallout, and a highly unwelcome film trailer. First, hear why a metal frontman believes tradesmen are the "next millionaires" and how his band has donated over $10 million in scholarships to help young people learn a trade. Next, B…

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Celeb Sleaze Pt. 1: Diddy's Reckoning, Fyre Fraud, and Star Arrests 8:26

1d ago8:26

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The Morning X with Barnes and Leslie dives into the "Celebrity Sleaze" segment, covering everything from bombshell Netflix documentaries to a notorious scam artist's return. First up: Barnes has his next watch ready—the four-part Netflix series about an infamous music mogul. Hear why his lawyers are demanding a cease and desist from Netflix. Next, …

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The Movie Game Pt. 2 8:02

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The Morning X continues the competitive Movie Game, where Barnes, Leslie, and Jimmy test their plot-description skills against contestants Mike, Nikki, and Josh. Hear Barnes's attempt to describe a tragic historical film as being about "Jimmy's people who all get killed," which Leslie later notes is the gist of the story. Listen as the players stum…

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The Movie Game Pt. 1 7:40

1h ago7:40

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The Morning X kicks off the competitive Movie Game with contestants fighting alongside them for Music Midtown tickets. The rules are brutal: players have only 30 seconds to describe a movie using only the plot—no saying names, actors, directors, or even a fragment of the title. Hear how Barnes nails the description of a classic Guy Richie film feat…

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Happy Birthday, Jimmy: His Parents Call In With The Naked Truth 3:41

1d ago3:41

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The Morning X celebrates Jimmy's birthday with a surprise call from his parents who are listening all the way from Chicago. Jimmy's mother, Gail, promptly reveals the origin of the "misery" she opened up when she used Jimmy’s childhood nickname: Butchki. Gail quickly fulfills the show's demand for "dirt" by recalling a horrifying childhood incident…

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Here's How to Fake the Perfect Weekend in Social Media 6:52

2d ago6:52

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The Morning X introduces Crash Clark as the "guinea pig" for an experiment that delves into the world of AI-generated "photo dumps". Barnes reveals how he uploaded two simple pictures of Crash and his fiancée, and used AI to generate a nine-image grid that perfectly fakes their weekend. Hear the scenarios chosen for the couple. Crash is so stunned …

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Fesshole: The Rabbit Hole of Secret Confessions 7:21

2d ago7:21

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Barnes, Leslie, and Crash explore the world of Fesshole, a website and former Twitter account dedicated to people anonymously confessing to things they've told no one about, labeling them as a "confessing a-hole". Find out what led one angry traveler to watch a man walk off the train without his wallet, and hear the story of a post-vasectomy hustle…

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The Morning X's December Streaming Picks 12:22

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The Morning X is back from vacation and ready to reveal their must-watch streaming picks for December. Hear why someone wasn't "feeling" an Apple TV+ film, and find out why a respected actress in a Netflix series is being "ripped" by critics and other actors for being "over the top". Barnes and Leslie dive into this month's lineup, featuring a star…

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Celebrity Sleaze: Family Secrets and Marketing Genius 9:17

2d ago9:17

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The Morning X delivers the latest celebrity buzz. First up: a famous child actor reveals a stunning family secret. Next, Barnes and Leslie dive into a potentially deadly mystery in the world of cinema as the final trailer for Wake Up Dead Man: A Knives Out Mystery is released. Then, hear about the unexpected marketing genius of American Eagle. The …

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"Come on Down": The Price Is Right Announcer Rod Roddy Spills Secrets 6:21

2d ago6:21

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The Morning X welcomes the iconic voice of The Price Is Right, Rod Roddy, who is known for his signature call of "come on down". Roddy, who jokes that all he does is "give away money and new cars," reveals that he has held the "cushiest gig in show biz" for 16 years. The announcer spills the secrets of the long-running show. Find out how The Price …

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Steve Irwin Pt. 2: The Crocodile Hunter's Home Life 6:39

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The Morning X welcomes back the famous Steve and Terri Irwin for the second part of their interview. Steve discusses the challenge of capturing every moment on film. Hear the surprising revelation of the Irwins' commitment to conservation at home: they now capture and release cockroaches instead of killing them. Steve details his many injuries. He …

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Steve Irwin Pt. 1: Crocodile Hunter Confessions 5:35

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The Morning X welcomes the Crocodile Hunter, Steve Irwin, along with his wife, Terri Irwin. Terri recounts how she met Steve at the Australia Zoo as an innocent tourist and thought he was "like Tarzan meets Indiana Jones". Steve, meanwhile, claims the secret to his 10-year marriage is that Terri "can't understand much of what I'm saying". He discus…

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Live Music Spending: Are Concert Tickets the New Mortgage? 8:38

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The Morning X addresses the fact that concert tickets are now "so flipping expensive" as they debate how much listeners are willing to spend as Christmas approaches. Barnes, Leslie, and Crash reveal the massive average costs of touring artists. The discussion quickly turns personal as Barnes recalls what he spent to see a comedian, and Leslie menti…

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Clarity Over Chaos: The THC Expert Explains the Elixir Market 10:38

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The Morning X dives into the booming $30 billion THC beverage industry, welcoming listener and expert Tommy Williams of Graceleaf. Barnes, Leslie, and Crash address a breaking news segment detailing a last-minute provision in a federal bill that aims to cap hemp products at just 0.4 milligrams of THC per serving. Williams admits that the industry i…

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Shawn Mullins: New Music, Aflac, and Matthew Sweet 7:25

3d ago7:25

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The Morning X welcomes Shawn Mullins. Mullins is writing new music and reveals the surprising genre influencing his next record. Then, hear the story of his voiceover work after Gilbert Gottfried was let go from Aflac. Mullins reveals the company chose him to take their promotions in a "totally different direction". Mullins also provides an update …

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Celebrity Sleaze: Druggings, Tabloid Headlines, and Rock Collaborations 5:43

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Barnes and Leslie dissect the strange story of an actress who was hospitalized after claiming her drink was tampered with at a hotel bar. Find out why they are skeptical about her account. Next, the conversation turns to an infamous actor. He addresses rumors that he is homeless following his comment about living in Airbnbs and hotels. Finally, Bar…

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The Impalement Stories Pt. 2 7:38

10h ago7:38

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The Morning X returns to The Impalement Stories, Part 2. First, hear Chuck’s tale of wrestling with his Persian cat. Find out why this mean feline’s three claws perforated his cheek and would not come out. Then, a listener recounts a power outage that led to a martial arts accident: attempting to chop wood with a kick, he ended up with a piece of w…

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The Impalement Stories Pt. 1 5:53

20m ago5:53

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The Morning X revives a highly popular, classic segment: The Impalement Stories. Barnes, Leslie, and Jimmy are looking for listeners who have experienced a "particularly interesting story where you impaled yourself". The segment begins with an admission from a listener whose brother was attempting to climb a chain-link fence to retrieve his Big Whe…

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The Thanksgiving Travel Nightmare 5:12

3d ago5:12

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A caller recounts their disastrous attempt to fly from Atlanta to Baltimore using a new regional airline. The trip, scheduled for Wednesday night, turned into an 11-hour ordeal at the Atlanta airport's Gate C12, where three planes never arrived, leaving about 400 people stranded. Find out what the airline finally confessed at 2:45 in the morning—an…

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The Pet Psychic Laura Stinchfield Pt. 2 11:21

8d ago11:21

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The Morning X welcomes back Laura Stinchfield, the pet psychic, who has returned for another reading. This time, the psychic reads Winnie the cat, a beautiful light tortoiseshell or calico mix with bright green eyes, submitted by a shy listener. Hear Stinchfield reveal details about Winnie’s need for attention in bed, her specific desire to watch "…

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The Pet Psychic Laura Stinchfield Pt. 1 3:48

8d ago3:48

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The Morning X welcomes back Laura Stinchfield, the pet psychic, whose previous sessions have ranged from "very epic" to "insane". Despite the past success, Barnes, Leslie, and Crash wonder if Stinchfield possesses true powers or is just playing a "high percentage game." To settle the debate, Barnes has orchestrated a secret experiment. He submitted…

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Cheryl Hines: Curb Your Enthusiasm Secrets Revealed 7:35

8d ago7:35

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The Morning X welcomes Cheryl Hines, star of HBO's hit show, Curb Your Enthusiasm. Cheryl Hines gives a peek behind the curtain of the show's intense improv process. Hines confesses that she often doesn't even get to see the outline and shows up with "no idea what the show is about". Find out why David keeps the actors in the dark, and why Hines sa…

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Dr. Phil on Issues, Algorithms, and American Culture 9:30

8d ago9:30

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The Morning X welcomes Dr. Phil, who explains why he felt he had to write his new book, We've Got Issues. The book is an urgent response to what is happening in America today, focusing on critical cultural and societal problems. Find out Dr. Phil’s controversial take on higher education. He expresses deep concern for young people who are increasing…

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Thanksgiving with The Queen and Red the Cabbie 5:03

1h ago5:03

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The Morning X is celebrating Thanksgiving with The Queen and Red the Cabbie, kicking off the holiday with confessions and uncomfortable humor. First, hear The Queen detail his holiday tradition: sitting around in gold lame shorts, a big floppy hat, drinking a bottle of vodka, and crying himself to sleep. Then, Red the Cabbie reveals his unique fami…

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STP Mount Rushmore Pt. 2 4:09

1d ago4:09

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The Morning X reveals the official Stone Temple Pilots Mount Rushmore, as voted by 99X listeners. Barnes and Leslie tally the votes, which were collected over several weeks, finding the four biggest STP songs based on percentage. Listen as they analyze the four winning tracks. Discover the surprising ballad that made the list with only 7% of the vo…

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STP Mount Rushmore Pt. 1 11:13

8d ago11:13

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The Morning X dives into another Mount Rushmore segment, this time focusing on the highly requested band with deep Atlanta history, Stone Temple Pilots. Barnes and Leslie remember the legacy of Scott Weiland, who was only 48 when he died nearly 10 years ago. Listeners call in to debate which STP tracks deserve a spot on the rock monument. Hear Barn…

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Wolf Van Halen Pt. 3: Reunions, Haters, and Mammoth II 5:45

8d ago5:45

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The Morning X drops back into the studio with Wolfgang Van Halen, who immediately shuts down the question everyone is asking: Is a Van Halen reunion or tribute possible? Wolf then addresses the immense pressure and constant criticism he faces as a second-generation artist. He admits he wishes he could just focus solely on the music. But the convers…

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Wolf Van Halen Pt. 2: David Lee Roth's Vile Hatred 4:18

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The Morning X continues its interview with Wolfgang Van Halen, who discusses his huge upcoming Atlanta concert with Creed and Three Doors Down. Then, get a peek into his home life as he confesses that his mother, Valerie Bertinelli, is far more "in tune with social media" than he is, often "doing bits on TikTok". Finally, the conversation addresses…

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Wolf Van Halen Pt. 1: Pressure and Mammoth's Genesis 7:49

8d ago7:49

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The Morning X welcomes a new musical hero, Wolfgang Van Halen, known simply as Wolf, in a moment Barnes describes as a "big moment". Wolfgang recounts the "unbelievably nerve-wracking" experience of playing the Music Cares event in LA, honoring Jon Bon Jovi. The conversation turns personal as Barnes and Leslie ask Wolf about his early career, inclu…

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Steve-O and Chris Pontius Pt. 2: Why MTV Pulled Jackass Reruns 5:40

9d ago5:40

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The Morning X continues its interview with certified psychopaths Steve-O and Chris Pontius from MTV's Jackass. The duo dives into the show's dark history, discussing how their reruns were drastically cut and advertising vanished after the first kid was injured. Find out why they were never officially blamed for the injuries. Then, brace yourself fo…

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Steve-O and Chris Pontius Pt. 1: Genitals and Disrespect 4:18

9d ago4:18

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The Morning X interviews certified psychopaths Steve-O and Chris Pontius from MTV's Jackass. Hear the chaotic duo detail their near-death experiences. Barnes, Leslie, and Jimmy question if they've ever had bigger idiots on the radio, as the cast members discuss their process for coming up with new stunts, often focusing on Steve-O’s next stupid tat…

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Phubbing: The Relationship Killer You Commit Every Day 9:19

9d ago9:19

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The Morning X introduces the explosive term "Phubbing", the new cultural phenomenon experts say is "destroying relationships". Find out why this act of "phone snubbing" is instantly nullifying spousal support, even if you are otherwise supportive. The segment quickly devolves as Barnes, Leslie, and Queen reveal their own guilt. Listen as Leslie is …

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Thanksgiving Horror Stories Pt. 2 4:37

9d ago4:37

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The Morning X is back with "Thanksgiving Horror Stories," and this segment delivers a double dose of holiday chaos and relationship drama. First, listener Norine details her journey to Alabama for Thanksgiving, which resulted in a roadside stop where her fiancé was arrested. Hear how the police discovered a warrant for an incident from the previous…

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Thanksgiving Horror Stories Pt. 1 8:25

4d ago8:25

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The Morning X digs into the tradition of Thanksgiving catastrophes with a shocking horror story that happened during the holiday weekend. Barnes, Leslie, and Jimmy recall legendary listener calls, including the time a mouse crawled out of a Thanksgiving turkey. But the real drama begins when Jimmy recounts a 5 a.m. Saturday phone call from Dexter, …

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Blondie: The Clermont Lounge Legend 9:15

9d ago9:15

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The Morning X unveils a new segment called "You Won't Believe Who Listens to 99X", as Barnes and Leslie try to guess the identity of a surprise mystery guest. The guest reveals that major stars like Mick Jagger, Lady Gaga, and Pink have given her shout-outs. Leslie eventually cracks the case when the guest confirms she has been involved with the Cl…

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(NSFW) Most Googled Sex Questions 9:16

7d ago9:16

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The Morning X throws all filters away as Barnes, Leslie, and Jimmy tackle the definitive list of the Most Googled Sex Questions of 2023. The following content is for adult audiences. Hear them awkwardly work through the top ten questions people are too embarrassed to ask their partners or doctors. The chaos peaks when they try to define the Number …

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Davis Love Pt. 2: Golf, Atlanta Courses, and Design Control 5:51

9d ago5:51

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The Morning X drops back into the studio with golf legend Davis Love III, who reveals his favorite Atlanta courses. The conversation then shifts to the business of golf, where Love explains his deep involvement in his course design company, confirming he spends multiple days on site to maintain control over the building process. Finally, hear Love’…

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Davis Love Pt. 1: The Secret Life of a Pro 5:19

9d ago5:19

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The Morning X welcomes golf legend Davis Love III to the studio. Love gives listeners the lowdown on the true difficulty of professional golf, explaining why the difference between the PGA Tour and the Hooters Tour is "not very big". Find out why he rarely touches a club when he's home, preferring to go hunting or fishing instead, as he travels 30+…

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99X Characters: Where Are They Now? Pt. 3 8:50

10d ago8:50

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The Morning X continues their segment, "Where Are They Now?," to check in on legendary 99X characters who brought joy (and chaos) to the airwaves. The segment begins with a call to the popular character Bertha, who would now be 116 years old. Listen to a vintage clip of Bertha getting confused while talking to Shirley Q Liquor—and find out the hear…