Hot Mics with Billy Bush

Billy Bush’s often funny, always honest, quite ballsy digital show covering the American zeitgeist: sports, politics, entertainment, tech and pop culture. The mics are always hot — this time he knows they’re on.

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Latest Episodes:

Billy Slams Trump for Removing Portraits of his Uncle, Cousin and Barack Obama, plus a Miss USA Bombshell Aug 11, 2025

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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.

From how we view the highest office in the land to a Trump story you’ve never heard—straight from the 2005 Miss USA pageant. Let’s just say it involves behind-the-scenes drama, a little ego, and a moment that left Billy raising an eyebrow for nearly two decades.

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Joy Taylor Breaks Her Silence on Fox Sports Exit & Media Mayhem Aug 06, 2025

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Guest: Joy Taylor – Former Fox Sports Host

After years as a key voice at Fox Sports, Joy Taylor was suddenly let go—and now, she’s telling her side of the story. Why now? Could it have been avoided? And does a major lawsuit naming her have anything to do with it?

In this unfiltered conversation, Joy opens up about the future of sports media, the realities of being a woman in the industry, and the pressures behind the scenes. Plus, her raw takes on everything from sex workers and Caitlin Clark to dating younger men and just how important sex really is.

Candid, bold, and unapologetically real—only on Hot Mics with Billy Bush.

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Stephen Cloobeck Survives OnlyFans Scandal & Golfs with Presidents Jul 30, 2025

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What happens when your mansion ends up as the backdrop for an OnlyFans scandal? Stephen Cloobeck, California gubernatorial candidate and no stranger to headlines, joins Billy to break it all down—no dodging, no spin. From the jaw-dropping revelations in Vanity Fair to the millions he spent (and possibly lost), Stephen answers it all… including reading the apology letter live on the show.

But this episode isn’t all scandal. Stephen talks candidly about golfing with multiple U.S. presidents, what each taught him, and what his real vision is for California. Plus, his surprising plan to save the movie business.

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Rob Lowe on Sobriety, West Wing Exit & St. Elmo’s Fire Reboot Jul 28, 2025

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Rob Lowe joins Hot Mics and nothing’s off limits.

How did he end up on the cover of AARP? Rob opens up about his first trip to rehab, his decades-long sobriety, and why he walked away from The West Wing. Plus, the truth about not getting that big payday, and yes—hair secrets are shared.

Also in this episode:

How Rob met his wife… and why things didn’t take off at first
Breaking news on the St. Elmo’s Fire reboot—Rob has the latest

A candid, funny, and revealing conversation you don’t want to miss.

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CEO Cheater or Public Shamers- Who's worse? Jul 21, 2025

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The fallout was swift for the "Coldplay Couple"! But can someone be "more wrong" than someone else? What does it say about us and how we "the people" reacted? From The Free Press and hot off her own article, Kat Rosenfield joins Hot Mics to discuss. Then, what does the WNBA owe Caitlin Clark and its players? The shirts are on fire like "Hot Mics"... "Pay us what you owe us" they read...and Jemele Hill joins Hot Mics to break down the rise of the WNBA and this story. Then, how stupid is it for CBS to announce Colbert is going off air just days after Colbert attacks the company? Billy dives deep into the story... along with his relationship with Trump.

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Julie Bowen on Happy Gilmore 2, Modern Family & Emmy Noms Jul 16, 2025

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Emmy winner Julie Bowen joins Hot Mics!

How did Happy Gilmore 2 finally happen, 20 years later? What was Julie’s son’s reaction when he heard the news? Plus, her favorite Modern Family moment revealed! Julie also helps Billy break down this year’s Emmy nominations—the surprises, the snubs, and what it all says about TV right now.

Then:

Trump’s latest comments on Epstein
The Obamas—are the marriage rumors true? Hear from them in their own words.

🎧 A packed episode with laughs, insights, and headlines you won’t want to miss.

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Karen Read’s Father Speaks Out + Love Island Finale Breakdown Jul 14, 2025

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Exclusive! William Read, father of Karen Read, joins Hot Mics for his first in-depth interview.
What is life like inside the Read family home now? What were Karen’s darkest moments—and what did her father say to help her through? Did he ever doubt her victory? And what message does he have for the Canton Police Departmentnow?

Then, Daryn Carp returns to break down the Love Island finale—did the right couple win? Why has the show dominated summer TV? We dive into the good, the bad, and the messy.

🎧 Don’t miss this powerful and packed episode.

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Ryan Lochte on Survival & Scandal + Love Island Finale Breakdown Jul 09, 2025

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Live from Maine! Billy is joined by two big guests:

🏊‍♂️ Olympic legend Ryan Lochte opens up like never before—his near-death car crash, the infamous 2016 Rio Olympics scandal, and how it all affected his life. Hear what really happened in the interview that aired just moments after Ryan was held at gunpoint—and how both he and Billy feel about how the media handled it.

💔🔥 Then, pop culture expert Daryn Carp breaks down the Love Island finale and why this season has taken over summer.

Plus, Pam Bondi's Epstein response has tongues twisted—but what’s really going on? And why haven’t more Epstein docs surfaced under the current administration?

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Mark Cuban on the Broken Two-Party System, Basketball & More Jul 07, 2025

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Hot Mics comes at you today from Maine, where Billy has been enjoying the summer holiday... But topics at hand-- How do we fix Texas? How do we help the flood victims? And will a third party fix America? Mark Cuban joins Hot Mics. From politics... to sports- Why did he sell off a portion of the Dallas Mavericks? Should the NBA season be shorter? Then, Charlize Theron's big and much younger reveal. Billy's been holding on this while away. We want to hear your reactions and thoughts! So joins us in the conversation.

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Clear Mind, Better Life: Rethinking Alcohol with James Swanwick Jul 02, 2025

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Do you wake up feeling like a 6 out of 10—low energy, foggy, stuck?

It might be your relationship with alcohol—not addiction, but a quiet influence that’s holding you back. Author and performance coach James Swanwick (Clear) joins Billy to explore how to rethink drinking, boost energy, and live with more purpose.

Topics include:

How alcohol compromises your clarity (without you realizing it)
Why drinking ≠ fun—and how to break that mental link
What a “Smiling Assassin” is—and how to spot one
The worst alcohol for your brain
How “high achievers” are rewiring their lives to go alcohol-free (and loving it)

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