The Morning X with Barnes & Crash - 99X

In this segment of The Morning X, they welcome comedian Matt Rife to the show to confront him about a viral clip where he seemingly trashed the city of Atlanta. Matt sets the record straight on his true feelings about the city's tourist traps and nightlife, sharing a story about sleeping on a local comic's couch near Buckhead back in high school. Plus, discover why his massive arena tour is completely skipping Atlanta in favor of a much "creepier" Georgia city, and learn how he magically manages to make a 21,000-seat venue feel like an intimate, 400-seat comedy club.

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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.

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Executive Producer: Steve Barnes
Hosts: Steve Barnes, Crash Clark
Associate Producer: Leslie Tillery

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In this segment of The Morning X, they pull off an incredible prank on a rising television star. Because the real Barnes, Leslie, and Jimmy aren't caught up on her hit teen drama, they secretly recruit three station staffers to impersonate them during a live phone interview. Listen in as the "fake" Barnes, Leslie, and Jimmy ask the completely oblivious Dawson's Creek actress Meredith Monroe pressing questions about on-set chemistry, character drama, and Hollywood salaries.

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, 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.

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Executive Producer: Steve Barnes
Hosts: Steve Barnes, Crash Clark
Associate Producer: Leslie Tillery

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In this segment of The Morning X, Barnes, Leslie, and Crash take to the phones in search of the ultimate "universal truth". Listen in as callers drop undeniable facts of life—from the frustrating reality of checkout lines to the completely unintelligible lyrics of a legendary 90s grunge track. They also navigate a debate about government space conspiracies, passionately defend an iconic 80s movie quote, and discover why Lesie desperately wants to get behind the wheel of the "karma bus".

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, 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.

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Executive Producer: Steve Barnes
Hosts: Steve Barnes, Crash Clark
Associate Producer: Leslie Tillery

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In this segment of The Morning X, Barnes and Crash recount a tense sales meeting that went off the rails thanks to a comical oversized suit and a deeply questionable piece of advice. When a coworker tries to drop a weak "universal truth" on the guys, it sparks an entertaining on-air debate about the undeniable facts of life. Listen in as they field calls from listeners, leading to a philosophical answer about chaos and a passionate rant about a vintage 1980s breakfast cereal.

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, 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.

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Executive Producer: Steve Barnes
Hosts: Steve Barnes, Crash Clark
Associate Producer: Leslie Tillery

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In this segment of The Morning X, Fergal Lawler, the legendary drummer for The Cranberries, joins Barnes and Leslie to share the true story of Dolores O'Riordan's unforgettable band audition. Listen in as Fergal reacts in real-time to a modern rap track heavily sampling their biggest hit without his knowledge, and recounts the heartbreaking "near miss" of almost touring with Nirvana just before Kurt Cobain's tragic overdose. Plus, discover Fergal's new career in film, and uncover the raw emotional inspiration behind the iconic, heavy drum intro to their smash hit, "Zombie".

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, 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.

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Executive Producer: Steve Barnes
Hosts: Steve Barnes, Crash Clark
Associate Producer: Leslie Tillery

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In the conclusion of their interview, rock legend Peter Frampton gets candid with the Morning X about the frustrating lengths he went to in order to save his iconic hair. He also opens up about his darker years of self-doubt, the heartbreaking truth behind his stolen 1970s fortune, and the sobering advice he received from a Rolling Stone about fair-weather friends. Plus, discover the official name of the legendary stage device behind his signature sound.

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, 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.

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Get exclusive Morning X video interviews, bonus content, and behind-the-scenes footage on all platforms at TheMorningX.com.

Join The Morning X Quiz Showdown every Thursday at 9:05 AM ET for your chance to win $1000. Sign up at GetInTheRing.com.

Executive Producer: Steve Barnes
Hosts: Steve Barnes, Crash Clark
Associate Producer: Leslie Tillery

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In this segment of The Morning X, they welcome music icon Peter Frampton to the show to celebrate a massive, 25-year milestone for one of the biggest-selling albums in rock history. Tune in to hear Peter reflect on the unexpected success of his record-breaking live album and discover which famous band narrowly beat him out for a Grammy back in the day. They also discuss Peter's surprising modern Grammy nomination for a rock instrumental, and find out what iconic piece of 1970s memorabilia he just handed over to the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame. Plus, stick around for a confession about why the physical packaging of Peter's famous double album caused a very specific, messy problem for his fans.

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, 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.

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Get exclusive Morning X video interviews, bonus content, and behind-the-scenes footage on all platforms at TheMorningX.com.

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Executive Producer: Steve Barnes
Hosts: Steve Barnes, Crash Clark
Associate Producer: Leslie Tillery

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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.

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Executive Producer: Steve Barnes
Hosts: Steve Barnes, Crash Clark
Associate Producer: Leslie Tillery

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In this segment of The Morning X, Crash kicks off the show with a heartbreaking, vehicular confession right before his vacation. The guys then discuss the soaring Mega Millions jackpot and reveal exactly why they refuse to trust their own co-workers with a lottery pool. After reacting to a poignant and devastating interview from an NFL legend, they pivot to a highly scrutinized on-air fail from an LA sports reporter. Plus, find out what expensive World Cup purchase Crash made that he isn't even going to use, and stick around for a public service announcement directing international tourists to the neon-lit location of Atlanta's absolute best chicken wings.

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.

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Get exclusive Morning X video interviews, bonus content, and behind-the-scenes footage on all platforms at TheMorningX.com.

Join The Morning X Quiz Showdown every Thursday at 9:05 AM ET for your chance to win $1000. Sign up at GetInTheRing.com.

Executive Producer: Steve Barnes
Hosts: Steve Barnes, Crash Clark
Associate Producer: Leslie Tillery

FAIR USE COPYRIGHT NOTICE: This podcast may contain copyrighted material used under fair use for criticism, comment, news reporting, teaching, scholarship, or research as protected by U.S. copyright law. For concerns, please contact [email protected].

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In this patriotic segment of The Morning X, Barnes and Crash gear up for the massive international soccer matches hitting the city. Tune in to find out what wildly expensive purchase someone made that has everyone else seriously questioning his financial sanity and life expectancy. They also share a highly poetic social media reaction from a foreign tourist whose mind was completely blown by a standard American restaurant item. Plus, stick around for a laugh-out-loud public service announcement detailing the strict, unwritten rules every international tourist must follow when attempting to pronounce the name of the city.

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.

Please review and subscribe to THE END... Entertainment News Daily, available on your favorite podcast platform.

Get exclusive Morning X video interviews, bonus content, and behind-the-scenes footage on all platforms at TheMorningX.com.

Join The Morning X Quiz Showdown every Thursday at 9:05 AM ET for your chance to win $1000. Sign up at GetInTheRing.com.

Executive Producer: Steve Barnes
Hosts: Steve Barnes, Crash Clark
Associate Producer: Leslie Tillery

FAIR USE COPYRIGHT NOTICE: This podcast may contain copyrighted material used under fair use for criticism, comment, news reporting, teaching, scholarship, or research as protected by U.S. copyright law. For concerns, please contact [email protected].

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