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Episodes(40 episodes)
Dr. Taz: The Parasite Panic & TikTok Health Quacks
In this informative segment of The Morning X, Barnes and Crash welcome renowned integrative medicine expert Dr. Taz to clear up the confusion surrounding a nasty parasite outbreak linked to a very common salad ingredient. The doctor also shares her top expert recommendations for repairing your body and restoring vital nutrients after surviving a brutal illness. Plus, they tackle the wild world of viral TikTok health trends. THE END, Entertainment News Daily, originates on The Morning X with Barnes and Crash. Listen live weekdays from 6–10 AM Eastern on 99X Atlanta (100.5 FM in Atlanta), at 99X.com, or vi...
Published: Jul 23, 2026Duration: 11m 16s
The Sports Network Shakeup
In this segment of The Morning X, Barnes and Crash begin with an epic rundown of local concert tickets up for grabs before diving into a story about a massive wave of firings at a major sports network. Listen in as they react to the chaos of a high-profile anchor being unceremoniously let go right in the middle of a live broadcast after his termination was unexpectedly leaked to the public. The conversation sparks a debate about the absolute worst ways to get the ax, leading them to recount a legendary, expletive-filled on-air radio meltdown from back in the...
Published: Jul 23, 2026Duration: 4m 52s
The Gen Z Quiz Pt. 2
In this segment of The Morning X, Barnes, Leslie, and Jimmy continue their ultimate "Gen Z Quiz" with a knowledgeable young caller. Listen in as they test her knowledge on everything from completely obsolete music-sharing software to ancient physical media, and laugh along as she tries to figure out exactly what it means to "burn" a CD. But brace yourself for a twist when Barnes flips the script and reveals the shocking true identity of the mystery teenager on the other end of the line. This is from the Best of The Morning X vault. T...
Published: Jul 23, 2026Duration: 8m 30s
The Gen Z Quiz Pt. 1
In this segment of The Morning X, Barnes and Leslie are unexpectedly joined by Jimmy, who finds himself quite literally trapped inside the studio thanks to the station's brand-new, swipe-card security doors. After a debate about Jimmy's hundreds of dollars' worth of unused broadcasting equipment, they decide to dive headfirst into the massive generational divide. Listen in as they welcome a caller born in 2005 to participate in a rapid-fire trivia game testing her knowledge of forgotten technology and iconic pop culture figures from before her time. This is from the Best of The Morning X vault. <p...
Published: Jul 23, 2026Duration: 5m 45s
Bad DJ Theater Goes International
In this segment of The Morning X, Barnes and Leslie take their infamous "Bad DJ Theater" international. Listen in as Barnes reveals he brought a real-life television star along with him on a luxurious Mexican getaway just to participate in the bit. Things quickly go off the rails as Barnes adopts a ridiculous, constantly changing accent to act as the strict, high-maintenance director of the scene. Discover which iconic, long-running daytime soap opera they are attempting to recreate, and hear what happens when Leslie is forced to step out of her comfort zone to act opposite a seasoned Hollywood...
Published: Jul 23, 2026Duration: 7m 16s
The Morning Extended | Supersized Full Show | July 22, 2026
The “Morning Extended” combines all segments published from the previous day's full show into a single, seamless listening experience. It’s an extended edition of the podcast, providing complete coverage of the day’s events in a single, comprehensive episode. THE END, Entertainment News Daily, originates on The Morning X with Barnes and Crash. Listen live weekdays from 6–10 AM Eastern on 99X Atlanta (100.5 FM in Atlanta), at 99X.com, or via the 99X Freeloader app. All live show content is available hours after broadcast. The Morning X has been a staple since 1994, founded by Barnes, Leslie, and Jimmy....
Published: Jul 23, 2026Duration: 1h 6m 5s
The Backyard Nuisance & The Scent-Free Tech Hack
In this segment of The Morning X, they gear up for a local concert ticket giveaway and tease a brand new track from a legendary 99X trio. The conversation then heats up as Barnes, Crash, and LT debate the absolute worst part about surviving a grueling Southern summer. When the topic quickly shifts to a relentless, blood-sucking backyard nuisance, Barnes reveals a futuristic tech gadget that promises to save the day. THE END, Entertainment News Daily, originates on The Morning X with Barnes and Crash. Listen live weekdays from 6–10 AM Eastern on 99X Atlanta (100.5 FM in Atlanta), at...
Published: Jul 23, 2026Duration: 3m 11s
The $3.5 Million Invention & The Military-Grade Gear
In this segment of The Morning X, Barnes tries to convince a reluctant and self-proclaimed "uncoordinated" Crash and LT to finally join him on the pickleball court. Listen in as they welcome Brad Robins, a brilliant entrepreneur who managed to turn a painful sports injury into a massive, multi-million dollar invention in just 18 months. Discover the revolutionary, military-grade gear he created to protect your face from high-speed plastic projectiles without ever fogging up or blocking your vision. THE END, Entertainment News Daily, originates on The Morning X with Barnes and Crash. Listen live weekdays from 6–10 AM Eastern on...
Published: Jul 23, 2026Duration: 9m 1s
Ed Quinn: The Oval's Commander-in-Chief Battles "General Barnes"
In this entertaining segment of The Morning X, they welcome Ed Quinn, a multi-talented Hollywood star and real-life guitar shredder who currently plays the Commander-in-Chief on "The Oval". Listen in as they discuss the reality of dealing with insecure, narcissistic lead actors on set, and discover why this particular leading man completely defies the toxic industry stereotype. The conversation heats up when they play audio clips of Barnes aggressively clashing with the President during his surprisingly foul-mouthed, high-stakes recurring television role. THE END, Entertainment News Daily, originates on The Morning X with Barnes and Crash. Listen live w...
Published: Jul 22, 2026Duration: 10m 17s
Crash's Highly Inappropriate Mix-Up
In this segment of The Morning X, Barnes and Crash begin by hyping up an edition of "Bad DJ Theater" and joking about their inexplicable podcast dominance all the way over in Tokyo. The conversation then takes a personal turn when Barnes puts Crash in the hot seat, testing the newlywed's relationship knowledge with a rapid-fire quiz designed by an actual divorce attorney. Listen in as he defends his choices, and brace yourself for the suggestive double entendre he drops about his new wife. THE END, Entertainment News Daily, originates on The Morning X with Barnes and...
Published: Jul 22, 2026Duration: 4m 1s
Entertainment News Daily - The END | July 22, 2026
In this entertainment segment of The Morning X, Barnes and Crash start on a somber note by reacting to the tragic, sudden passing of a beloved young sci-fi actress, discussing the heartbreaking details of the accident and her family's emotional tribute. The mood quickly turns nostalgic as the guys geek out over a massive new collectible set celebrating a legendary '90s paranormal television show. Listen in as they debate an upcoming streaming reboot of a classic cyborg cop action flick. Plus, get the scoop on a new web-slinging superhero trailer, and find out which disturbing, highly recommended true-crime d...
Published: Jul 22, 2026Duration: 9m 34s
Defeating the Bug Guy: The Morning X Masterclass
In this segment of The Morning X, Barnes and Crash tackle a universal neighborhood nuisance: the relentless, overly aggressive door-to-door solicitor. Listen in as they vent about the shady psychological tactics these salespeople use. They then share an audio clip of one clever resident who finally figured out how to win the standoff. THE END, Entertainment News Daily, originates on The Morning X with Barnes and Crash. Listen live weekdays from 6–10 AM Eastern on 99X Atlanta (100.5 FM in Atlanta), at 99X.com, or via the 99X Freeloader app. All live show content is available hours after broadcast. The...
Published: Jul 22, 2026Duration: 5m 27s
Morning Round Up | July 22, 2026
In this segment of The Morning X, they begin with some relationship drama as someone navigates his wife's emotional reaction to a major family move. They then hype up an upcoming concert for a legendary hip-hop icon, leading to a scheduling conflict involving a weekend college football game. Plus, brace yourself for a massive Hollywood crossover as Barnes prepares to welcome his very own television co-star—who just so happens to play the Commander-in-Chief on a hit drama. Discover what the rest of the crew really wants to ask the "President" about Barnes's off-camera diva behavior on set and his...
Published: Jul 22, 2026Duration: 3m 35s
The Accidental Misdial
In this segment of The Morning X, they field an unexpected phone call from a completely lost listener who accidentally dials the radio station while trying to reach their medical insurance provider. Listen in as Jimmy seizes the golden opportunity, flawlessly impersonating a customer service representative and trapping the unsuspecting caller in a completely absurd administrative nightmare. This is from the Best of The Morning X vault. THE END, Entertainment News Daily, originates on The Morning X with Barnes and Crash. Listen live weekdays from 6–10 AM Eastern on 99X Atlanta (100.5 FM in Atlanta), at 99X.com...
Published: Jul 22, 2026Duration: 4m 54s
Who is the Greatest Rock Singer of All Time? Pt. 2
In this continuation of The Morning X, Barnes and Leslie keep the phone lines hot as they dive deeper into a controversial magazine list ranking the 50 greatest rock singers of all time. Listen in as they field calls from passionate listeners to guess the top five, while fiercely debating the shocking omissions that left some of their absolute favorite powerhouse vocalists completely out of the running. Discover which legendary grunge frontman's absence has them completely up in arms, and hear their furious reaction to an angelic female rock pioneer being inexplicably dumped all the way down at number 29. <p...
Published: Jul 22, 2026Duration: 8m 26s
Who is the Greatest Rock Singer of All Time? Pt. 1
In this segment of The Morning X, they begin with some lighthearted banter about multiple marriages before announcing a brand-new, highly practical monthly opportunity for listeners to get free, anonymous legal advice from a local divorce expert. The conversation then takes a passionate musical turn when Leslie introduces a controversial magazine list ranking the 50 greatest rock singers of all time. Listen in as they debate the surprisingly low placements of legendary alt-rock and grunge frontmen, arguing over what actually defines a "great" singer versus a charismatic screamer. Finally, they open the phone lines to the listeners to help settle...
Published: Jul 22, 2026Duration: 7m 39s
The Morning Extended | Supersized Full Show | July 21, 2026
The “Morning Extended” combines all segments published from the previous day's full show into a single, seamless listening experience. It’s an extended edition of the podcast, providing complete coverage of the day’s events in a single, comprehensive episode. THE END, Entertainment News Daily, originates on The Morning X with Barnes and Crash. Listen live weekdays from 6–10 AM Eastern on 99X Atlanta (100.5 FM in Atlanta), at 99X.com, or via the 99X Freeloader app. All live show content is available hours after broadcast. The Morning X has been a staple since 1994, founded by Barnes, Leslie, and Jimmy....
Published: Jul 22, 2026Duration: 1h 6m 59s
Morning Round Up | July 21, 2026
In this segment of The Morning X, they begin by debating the psychology behind waiting for a massive lottery jackpot and the ongoing, highly relatable paranoia surrounding a confusing national food recall. They then completely geek out over the anticipated return of legendary actors to a massive cinematic universe, before jokingly battling it out over who actually has the workplace clout to score exclusive concert tickets for the listeners. Finally, the conversation takes a turn when someone introduces a popular prediction app, leading to a news story about a high-level political insider who allegedly used their unique, behind-the-scenes access...
Published: Jul 22, 2026Duration: 7m 0s
The High Cost of Human Error
In this segment of The Morning X, Barnes, Crash, and LT begin with a massive summer concert ticket giveaway before exploring a painful discussion about their most incredibly expensive mistakes. Listen in as they share their own cringeworthy financial blunders, and then open the phone lines to hear the absolute worst financial disasters from the 99X listeners. THE END, Entertainment News Daily, originates on The Morning X with Barnes and Crash. Listen live weekdays from 6–10 AM Eastern on 99X Atlanta (100.5 FM in Atlanta), at 99X.com, or via the 99X Freeloader app. All live show content is ava...
Published: Jul 22, 2026Duration: 9m 17s
Catching Cheaters: The AI Tech Lawmakers Want Banned
In this segment of The Morning X, Barnes puts Crash and LT in the hot seat with a highly uncomfortable question about their marriages. While they are quick to defend their partners, the conversation takes a turn when Barnes introduces a controversial, brand-new AI tool that is exposing unfaithful spouses all over the country. Plus, discover why lawmakers are desperately trying to shut this technology down, and find out how you can legally check up on your own significant other. THE END, Entertainment News Daily, originates on The Morning X with Barnes and Crash. Listen live weekdays...
Published: Jul 21, 2026Duration: 3m 1s