Entertainment News Daily - The END | August 5, 2026

The Morning X is back on the airwaves, nursing a bit of a concert hangover after an incredible, late-night show at State Farm Arena. The passion shifts from music to sports as the guys get fired up over the newly released college football rankings, calling out overrated powerhouses and debating who actually deserves a top spot. Finally, they pivot to a deeply emotional tribute celebrating the life of a beloved musician, highlighting a star-studded memorial performance that left the studio with chills, followed by a heartfelt conversation about mental health and looking out for one another. THE MORNING X with BARNES & CRASH originates on 99X Atlanta. 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 MORNING X with BARNES & CRASH, 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 BarnesHosts: Steve Barnes, Crash ClarkAssociate 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] omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.