Hot Mics with Billy Bush

Hot Mics with Billy Bush

"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 Affleck, Matt Damon and Larry David to politicians both loathed and loved but shaping our world today to sports icons on and off the field. With a rolodex built over 24 years and filled with the who's who from all all parts of culture, the reach is unmatched. "Hot Mics with Billy Bush" sits at the point of the cultural pulse of America. Listen live Mondays and Wednesdays at 5pm Eastern / 2pm Pacific on TuneIn.

Episodes

October 16, 2025 58 mins

Noga D'Angeli, Comedian Joan Kowalski, Pres. Bob Ross, INC.

Comedian Noga D’Angeli joins us from Israel to share what this moment means to her community and why support for President Trump is growing. We’re also joined by Joan Kowalski, President of Bob Ross, Inc., to talk about the joy and legacy of Bob Ross — and yes, how you c...

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Guests: Dr. Ben Talei

Kris Jenner, Brad Pitt, Denise Richards... Tom Cruise? How do you spot a good facelift? Dr. Ben Talei has lifted the faces of Hollywood's biggest stars. We break down what works and what doesn't... and how it all goes down. Plus, explosive revelations on The Real Housewives of Miami...Daryn Carp joins Hot Mics Hot Takes to explain what it means... plus, we celebrate the life of Diane Keato...

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Guest: Harry, The Rachel Cancer Scam Podcast

Money? Love? Attention? Years of deception — from fake sickness to fabricated families. How did this happen… and what did Rachel really want?

In this Hot Mics True Crime Special, Billy sits down with Harry, host of The Rachel Cancer Scam podcast, for the ins...

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Guests: Dr. Ilan & Dr. Dan Kelly (Pacific Neuroscience Institute)

In this Hot Mics Special, Billy opens up about his psilocybin journey — how he prepared, what he experienced, and the powerful message he wrote to himsel...

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Guest: Kat Rosenfield – Writer, The Free Press

From sports to pop culture to politics, Hot Mics is covering it all this week!

What really went down at the Ryder Cup, and how did the fans’ wi...

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Guest: Nico Ballesterros – Director of In Whose Name?

What’s it like to embed yourself in Kanye West’s world for six years? Teenage filmmaker Nico Ballesterros did exactly that, and the result is the explosive ne...

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Guest: Adam Carolla – Comedian & Host

What was it really like inside the Charlie Kirk Memorial? Billy shares his firsthand experience, what he learned, and powerful reactions from those who were there.

Then, comedian and cultural commentator 

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Guest: Alan Jackson – Defense Attorney

It’s a special Thursday edition of Hot Mics with Billy Bush!

Karen Read’s attorney, Alan Jackson,...

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What’s fueling the surge in politically motivated violence? Billy dives deep into the cultural, social, and political factors influencing today’s youth—and how dangerous ideas are turning into horrifying actions. What needs to stop? What needs to start? And how can we come together to turn the tide before it’s too late?

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In this deeply reflective episode, Billy takes a closer look at Charlie Kirk’s life—his words, his actions, and the complex legacy he leaves behind.

How did we get here? How do we reconcile the parts of Charlie’s beliefs we admired with the parts we didn’t? And how do we begin to ...

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Guest: Ted McGinley – Actor, ShrinkingHappy DaysThe Love Boat

Is Hooters still hot—or is it time to hang up the orange shorts? Billy dives into the restaurant chain’s rebrand and whether the wings still outweigh the rest.

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Meghan Markle left England, came to the U.S., and built multiple multi-million-dollar companies—but do we really buy what she’s selling? Billy dives into Meghan’s brand and what it all means.

Plus, Blake Lively is going after someone to protect her own brand—but is it truly necessary? Then...

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Guests: Karen Read, Bill Read, and the Read Family

It’s a Karen Read Special you don’t want to miss! Billy dives deep into the latest surrounding Karen Read, starting with her recent interview with Howie Carr—until everything takes a surprise turn.

First...

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What happens when a world-renowned psychic medium teams up with the FBI? John Edward and Robert Hilland became an unlikely crime-solving duo, tackling cases that left others stumped. From multiple missing wives to a man lost at sea to weapons landing in the wrong hands—John’s visions proved chillingly accurate and surprisingly useful.

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Guest: Matt Belloni – Host of The Town & Founder of Puck News

It’s Taylor & Travis time! The proposal heard around the world has everyone talking—and we’ve got the best reactions to the big news. Who’s making the wedding invite list? Who’s getting cut? Plus, why Travis Kelce really is the guy for Taylor...

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Guest: Rachel Lindsay – TV Personality & Attorney

Blake Lively just dropped a major project announcement—but why now? Could it be tied to the Blake and Justin Baldoni case? Billy breaks it down.

Plus, Britney Spears: after all these years, can she finally get the help she needs? And Cracker Barrel ...

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Guest: Jillian Michaels – Fitness Expert & Host of Keeping It Real

Jillian Michaels is not holding back. She joins Billy with receipts in hand to call out Netflix’s documentary Fit For TV: The Rea...

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Guest: Zack Peter – Host & Pop Culture Commentator

Taylor Swift is rolling out countdowns—but do the big reveals live up to the hype? From Justin Baldoni and Blake Lively to the mysterious role of Isabela Ferrer, Zack Peter joins Billy to break it all down.

Plus, Kanye West is back in the spotlight ...

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Taylor Swift! What Easter Eggs has Taylor tucked away this time? They are popping up everywhere! Come along as we take a trip down Taylor's dating history one stud at a time to see what led Taylor to Travis... and today's shared podcast! Then, Dean Cain announces he's joining ICE! The headlines fly out, good and bad! He's one of only few who has sported the blue and red tights of "Superman".

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Donald Trump has moved portraits of past presidents—including Barack Obama—out of public view. For Billy, this hits home—literally. With his uncle and cousin both having served as U.S. presidents, Billy takes this slight personally and breaks down Trump’s long history of offenses, dating back well before his presidency.

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