Moms Gone Rogue: The Most Embarrassing Moments Ever

What is the single most embarrassing thing your mother has ever done to you? In this throwback from The Morning X, they explore the cringe-inducing power of parenthood. From high school humiliations to the "Lego anatomy" of a medical mystery, they dig into the stories that forced some kids to chang…

Jon Stewart Pt. 2: South Park, The Simpsons, and the "Science" of Simple Humor

In this conclusion to Jon Stewart’s visit, The Morning X tackles the serious science of adult animation before diving into the "perpetual freshness" of The Simpsons. Jon gets candid about his "obnoxious and cynical" early days in stand-up and how he channeled that energy into a career. The energy s…

Jon Stewart Pt. 1: Naked Pictures and Preposterous Pilots

The Morning X welcomes back Jon Stewart following a legendary two-year "suspension" for shaking up the Atlanta high school scene. Between laughs about his time in detention and the perils of vanity searching himself on the internet, Jon gets candid about his short-lived acting career. From being cu…

Steve Irwin, The Crocodile Hunter

The Morning X struggles to contain the chaotic energy of Steve Irwin, who claims a specific childhood surgery is the reason he has absolutely no fear of death. The "Crocodile Hunter" and his wife Terri recount their absurd first meeting involving a reptile wrestling match, while Steve admits that d…

Magic, Moby, and the Mafia: A Morning with David Copperfield

David Copperfield pulls back the curtain on his grueling 512-show-a-year schedule and explains why he’s retired iconic illusions like the "Flying" act in favor of rain-soaked spectacles. From the secret museum in Nevada housing Houdini’s most prized artifacts to his candid response to persistent ta…

The Things We’ve Never Done

The Morning X explores the surprising things they—and their listeners—have never done. From standard culinary experiences and adventurous extreme sports to a total avoidance of common party habits, they uncover the gaps in their own personal histories. The conversation takes a turn when they discus…

Home Invasion Pt. 2: A Home Invasion Case Study

The Morning X plays the final moments of an actual 911 call as a homeowner faces a life-or-death confrontation. The tension is palpable as Barnes and Leslie analyze the homeowner’s split-second decisions and the critical importance of a mental safety checklist. From hidden "gun magnets" to the secr…

Home Invasion Pt. 1: A Home Invasion in Real Time

The Morning X jumps into the high-stakes reality of a home invasion. Listen to actual 911 audio as a homeowner, armed and terrified, communicates with an operator while intruders breach his house. This is from the Best of The Morning X vault. The Morning X with Barnes and Leslie - Listen live wee…

Jeremy Popoff Pt. 2: From Alt-Rock to Outlaw Country

The Morning X connects with Jeremy Popoff of Lit, currently "be-bopping" around Florida to escape the snow. Jeremy pulls back the curtain on the band's anthem, "My Own Worst Enemy," explaining how a 15-minute songwriting session changed his life forever. The conversation dives into Jeremy’s move to…

Jeremy Popoff Pt. 1: The 15-Minute Masterpiece That Funded a Career

Barnes and Leslie catch up with Jeremy Popoff from Lit as he traverses Florida on tour. Jeremy dives into the enduring legacy of "My Own Worst Enemy"—a song he admits was written in just fifteen minutes and somehow broke every rule of conventional songwriting. The conversation explores the band’s l…