Rob Lowe joins Hot Mics and nothing’s off limits.

How did he end up on the cover of AARP? Rob opens up about his first trip to rehab, his decades-long sobriety, and why he walked away from The West Wing. Plus, the truth about not getting that big payday, and yes—hair secrets are shared.

Also in this episode:

How Rob met his wife… and why things didn’t take off at first

Breaking news on the St. Elmo’s Fire reboot—Rob has the latest

A candid, funny, and revealing conversation you don’t want to miss.

The David Geffen shakedown-- inside David Geffen's likely expensive divorce. Plus, Trump- the master of distraction...he goes back to the well to stay away from Epstein. Speaking of Epstein, what will be revealed? Does any of this sound like transparency? Someone who is naming names-- Scheana Shay! She's dropping a phonebook of famous hookups. Why? Hot Mics Hot Takes breaks it down... Plus. a new shared ride experience that should have already happened. And, it's been 6 months in the making! Vinny has his final weigh in! The task— to lose 50 pounds in six months... did he do it? Will he take home 5k?!!! Tune in to fin

The fallout was swift for the "Coldplay Couple"! But can someone be "more wrong" than someone else? What does it say about us and how we "the people" reacted? From The Free Press and hot off her own article, Kat Rosenfield joins Hot Mics to discuss. Then, what does the WNBA owe Caitlin Clark and its players? The shirts are on fire like "Hot Mics"... "Pay us what you owe us" they read...and Jemele Hill joins Hot Mics to break down the rise of the WNBA and this story. Then, how stupid is it for CBS to announce Colbert is going off air just days after Colbert attacks the company? Billy dives deep into the story... along with his relationship with Trump.

Emmy winner Julie Bowen joins Hot Mics!

How did Happy Gilmore 2 finally happen, 20 years later? What was Julie’s son’s reaction when he heard the news? Plus, her favorite Modern Family moment revealed! Julie also helps Billy break down this year’s Emmy nominations—the surprises, the snubs, and what it all says about TV right now.

Then:

Trump’s latest comments on Epstein

The Obamas—are the marriage rumors true? Hear from them in their own words.

🎧 A packed episode with laughs, insights, and headlines you won’t want to miss.

Exclusive! William Read, father of Karen Read, joins Hot Mics for his first in-depth interview.
What is life like inside the Read family home now? What were Karen’s darkest moments—and what did her father say to help her through? Did he ever doubt her victory? And what message does he have for the Canton Police Departmentnow?

Then, Daryn Carp returns to break down the Love Island finale—did the right couple win? Why has the show dominated summer TV? We dive into the good, the bad, and the messy.

🎧 Don’t miss this powerful and packed episode.

Live from Maine! Billy is joined by two big guests:

🏊‍♂️ Olympic legend Ryan Lochte opens up like never before—his near-death car crash, the infamous 2016 Rio Olympics scandal, and how it all affected his life. Hear what really happened in the interview that aired just moments after Ryan was held at gunpoint—and how both he and Billy feel about how the media handled it.

💔🔥 Then, pop culture expert Daryn Carp breaks down the Love Island finale and why this season has taken over summer.

Plus, Pam Bondi's Epstein response has tongues twisted—but what’s really going on? And why haven’t more Epstein docs surfaced under the current administration?

Hot Mics comes at you today from Maine, where Billy has been enjoying the summer holiday... But topics at hand-- How do we fix Texas? How do we help the flood victims? And will a third party fix America? Mark Cuban joins Hot Mics. From politics... to sports- Why did he sell off a portion of the Dallas Mavericks? Should the NBA season be shorter? Then, Charlize Theron's big and much younger reveal. Billy's been holding on this while away. We want to hear your reactions and thoughts! So joins us in the conversation.

Do you wake up feeling like a 6 out of 10—low energy, foggy, stuck?

It might be your relationship with alcohol—not addiction, but a quiet influence that’s holding you back. Author and performance coach James Swanwick (Clear) joins Billy to explore how to rethink drinking, boost energy, and live with more purpose.

Topics include:

How alcohol compromises your clarity (without you realizing it)

Why drinking ≠ fun—and how to break that mental link

What a “Smiling Assassin” is—and how to spot one

The worst alcohol for your brain

How “high achievers” are rewiring their lives to go alcohol-free (and loving it)

In this Hot Mics Special, we go deep on Artificial Intelligence—the excitement, the fear, and the fast-approaching future.

Will AI take your job—or make it easier?
Will humans stop procreating… and start falling in love with AI?
Which countries will lead the AI revolution?
And most importantly—are you ready?

Matt Britton, author of Generation AI, joins Billy to tackle the big questions shaping society, work, relationships, and identity in the age of AI.

🎧 A must-listen for anyone curious—or concerned—about what’s next.

Blake Lively may have scored an early legal win—Justin Baldoni’s lawyer is shifting strategies. What does this mean for the case?
Meanwhile, in the Karen Read trial: her attorney Alan Jackson issues a statement, and for the first time, John O’Keefe’s family speaks out.

Then:

A legal expert joins to break down the latest in the Diddy case—three charges dropped. Is he prison-bound or walking free?

Actor, musician, and podcast host Jonah Platt (Being Jewish with Jonah Platt) joins in studio to talk about Israel, Trump, and how Hollywood is responding.

And in Hot Mics Hot Takes: What does a $50 million wedding really buy you? We dive into the price tag on Jeff Bezos’ big day.

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