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Hot Mics with Billy Bush

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"Hot Mics with Billy Bush" - a talk show dominating the American Zeitgeist - sports, politics, entertainment, tech and pop culture, helmed by the deeply experienced and now totally unbridled perspective of a man whose seen the top of the mountain and the belly of the beast, Billy Bush. Funny, honest, provocative, engaging on every emotional level, the show will feature A-list stars from Ben Afflec... more

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Guest:  Rachel Lindsay, "Higher Learning with Van Lathan and Rachel Lindsay" & "Morally Corrupt"

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Rachel Lindsay... Or BIG RACH... as Billy calls her, joins Hot Mics saying she was "shocked" by Spencer Pratt's... more

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Guest:  Victoria Burke

Blake Lively... what does she need now? time?-- Just days after a ruling that allows her to seek attorneys' fees tied to California's Me Too statute, she's asking the court for an extension while critics argue she's still try... more

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Guest:  Bryan Freedman, Attorney for Justin Baldoni

Blake Lively is celebrating what many headlines are calling a legal victory, but is that really what happened? We break down Judge Liman's latest ruling, the fees Blake recovered and the damages s... more

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Guest: DEAN LOGAN, LA COUNTRY REGISTRAR-RECORDER COUNTY CLERK

Can Los Angeles voters trust the system that just produced one of the most debated mayoral races in recent memory? LA County Registar-Recorder County Clerk Dean Logan joins us exclusivel... more

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Dean Logan
LA County registrar, recorder, county clerk
Los Angeles County
Episode: The L.A. Election Debate + Brunson's Big Moment + Beckham's New Backlash
Lawrence Benenson
Knicks season-ticket holder featured in on-air segment
New York Knicks/season-ticket holder
Episode: Karen Read- All Cases Under Review? + Blake & Ryan's Playful Night + LA Mayor Race Gets Stranger
Kat Crowder
Bougie Behind Bars, inmate and former prison resident (Ohio Reformatory for Women)
Bougie Behind Bars (TikTok)
Episode: Alan Jackson On Hot Mics- What Nick Reiner Wants + L.A.'s Ballot Battle + Mackenzie's Prison Mate
Maureen Callahan
Journalist from The Nerve, author of The Nerve pieces and pop culture commentary
The Nerve
Episode: Nithya's Sudden Rise + L.A. At A Crossroads +Taylor Swift's Wedding Venue & More w/ Maureen Callahan
Steve Hilton
Gubernatorial candidate, Republican, commentator
Household name in UK/US politics
Episode: Most Corrupt Election System? + Steve Hilton Live + Spencer Pratt & The Mail-In Ballot Problem
Alan Jackson
Criminal defense attorney, frequent guest on Hot Mics
Episode: Most Corrupt Election System? + Steve Hilton Live + Spencer Pratt & The Mail-In Ballot Problem
Victoria Burke
Lawyer who authored AB 933 / Section 47.1 (Speaker Truth Act)
California Legislature (sponsor)
Episode: Blake Lively & The 47.1 Law + Partying with Spencer Pratt + The Fight For 60 Minutes
Doug Allen
Television producer (Entourage)
Television production
Episode: Spencer Pratt- Lining Up The Supporters & The Haters + Blake Lively Shows Off Ryan + Britney Spears
Bill Maher
Guest on the show, comedian and commentator
Episode: Bill Maher-- Weed, The White House & Why Hollywood Hates The Guy

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Billy Bush
Host of Hot Mics with Billy Bush

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4.3 out of 5 stars from 379 ratings
  • Stop pounding desk

    I love your show but I’m giving one star because when I am walking my 10k a day I am listening to you with AirPods and you keep slamming the desk and it’s killing me! Please stop. Remember your listeners are reacting to you slamming your fist on the desk everyday! Please stop

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    MaryfromTorontoonthebike
    Canadaa month ago
  • Yessssss

    Billy,

    Enjoy your podcast.

    Keep on doing what you do!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    7878Mart
    United States2 months ago
  • Great podcast

    I love your podcast but I am getting tired of the Blake Lively focus. It is getting a bit tiresome.

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    bored nick
    Canada2 months ago
  • Um

    I can’t even fully listen to the last episode. I swear the guest must have said UM fifty thousand times. SO ANNOYING!

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Kelly 26
    United States2 months ago
  • TDS Much??

    His TDS makes his latest podcast unlistenable. The stories you told about DJT and his friends’ wives were as believable as Mother Goose tales. I was so surprised. I thought you had much higher journalistic standards 🤷‍♀️ ( and don’t bother I’m not a DJT super fan - just think it best to stick to more FACTUAL criticisms)

    Apple Podcasts
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    Politics Now
    United States2 months ago

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Nithya's Sudden Rise + L.A. At A Crossroads +Taylor Swift's Wedding Venue & More w/ Maureen Callahan
Q: What's driving Nithya Raman's unexpected surge in the LA mayoral race?
A strong ground game built by the Democratic Socialists of America, heavy volunteer canvassing, and partnerships with housing and homelessness advocacy groups that expanded Raman's reach, even in areas where she wasn't a familiar name.
Spencer Pratt & Why His Run For LA Mayor Is Making National Headlines
Q: What would you do first as mayor to address the homelessness and drug crisis?
He advocates mandatory medical treatment for addicted individuals under state law, quicker access to beds, and mobilizing private sector support while ensuring transparency and accountability in spending.
Spencer Pratt & Why His Run For LA Mayor Is Making National Headlines
Q: How do you describe the movement that you have built here?
Pratt frames his movement as a localized, nonpartisan call for safety and practical governance, arguing his message transcends traditional party lines and focuses on public safety, city services, and accountability.
The Kevin Hart Roast Controversy-- Wrong Writers? Wrong Jokes? + Blake Lively Update.
Q: Billy, do you think Spencer Pratt can win in the LA mayoral-style race discussion you mentioned?
The panelist expresses optimism about Spencer Pratt's momentum in the campaign narrative, citing strong social media presence and fundraising activity as indicators of potential success.
BLAKE LIVELY'S CASE TO MAKE BALDONI PAY HER LEGAL FEES.. COULD IT WORK?
Q: Bryan, where does this all go? Do we have a lawsuit happening? Is the original one back on or has that actually been settled now?
Freedman explains that the docket remains active and decisions will be made by the judge, with the settlement affecting appellate rights and potential new filings; the outcome is still uncertain as the court weighs procedural rulings and the viability of 47.1 in this context.

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A fast-paced, opinion-forward show blending politics, celebrity culture, and entertainment news with a sharp, sometimes provocative host. Episodes frequently pair high-profile guests from politics, law, and media with pop-culture figures, delivering take-driven discussions on elections, policy, legal battles, and Hollywood narratives. The format often mixes insider anecdotes, media critique, and live-style banter, making it a go-to for listeners who want candid perspectives on how politics and celebrity intersect, sometimes courting controversy for entertainment value and audience engagement.

Noteworthy is the show's habit of crossing between local politics and national pop culture, leveraging a wide network to surface exclusive angles, gu... more

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2. Lawrence Benenson
3. Kat Crowder
4. Maureen Callahan
5. Steve Hilton
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7. Victoria Burke
8. Doug Allen

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