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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Kanye's bait & switch explored, and has Trump really been super successful? Feb 12, 2025

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Kanye's bait & switch explored, and-- has Trump been super successful? Mark Halperin, editor-in-cheif of 2WAY, joins Billy to break down Trump's first weeks back in the White House. And, Blake & Baldoni...the uncovered interview that may explain all. Plus, big news for all Schnauzers out there... Billy's reaction to the latest Best In Show!

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Kendrick vs. Drake Feud Breakdown & Superbowl LIX Recap Feb 11, 2025

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A Kendrick and Drake feud breakdown. Plus, that's not the only feud in town! Billy dives deep into the ongoing Blake Lively and Justin Baldoni scandal. And, in our Hot Mics Hot Takes... Taylor... Trump... and the Super Bowl nuggets that caught Billy's eye.

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Michael Strahan on Family, Super Bowl GOAT Debate & Hollywood Shake-Ups Feb 06, 2025

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Michael Strahan opens up about his daughter’s courageous battle with brain cancer in an emotional conversation. Plus, is Patrick Mahomes on track to surpass Tom Brady? Billy and Michael break down the biggest Super Bowl storylines.

Then, the Oscar race takes a shocking turn—what’s shaking up Hollywood’s biggest night? And in our latest Hot Micscontroversy: Is it ever okay to tell a cop, “Do you know who I am?” We break down the newest high-profile casualty of name-dropping gone wrong.

And, transgender athlete ban? Billy tackles today's Trump news and celebrity nepotism.

Don’t miss this powerful, insightful, and unfiltered episode. Tune in now!

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Nate Burleson on Super Bowl LIX, Beyoncé’s Grammy Triumph & Anthem Controversy Feb 04, 2025

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NFL Today and CBS Mornings star Nate Burleson joins Billy to break down all things Super Bowl LIX. Plus, Beyoncé’s big win, Taylor Swift’s headline-making night at the Grammys, and what it all means for music’s biggest stars.

And in Hot Mics Hot Takes, Billy weighs in on the controversy over Canadians booing the U.S. National Anthem—was it justified or out of line?

Sports, music, and culture collide in this can’t-miss episode. Tune in now!

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Blake & Baldoni’s Late-Night Call, Super Bowl Nostalgia, and RFK Jr. Showdown Jan 30, 2025

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Billy Bush breaks down Justin Baldoni’s mysterious 2 AM voice memo to Blake Lively—what really happened? Plus, they’re back at Katz’s Deli, and Blake is recreating that iconic When Harry Met Sally moment for the Super Bowl.

Then, Billy dives into RFK Jr.'s fiery confirmation hearing—what it means and why it’s making headlines.

Get ready for exclusive takes, Hollywood deep dives, and political fireworks. Tune in now!

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Dr. Phil, Chris Cuomo Unfiltered, Aniston & Obama Rumors, and Swift-Kelce Mania Jan 27, 2025

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Billy Bush sits down with Dr. Phil to discuss his recent experience on the ground with ICE before any other media sources, checks in with Chris Cuomo to discuss his firsthand experience on an ICE raid, his complicated relationship with President Trump, and the surprising support he received after his firing.
Plus, are Jennifer Aniston and Barack Obama as close as rumors suggest? And Billy unpacks the unstoppable cultural power of Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce.

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Peter Doocy's White House Insights & Reverend Lorenzo Sewell's Redemption Story Jan 22, 2025

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It’s President Trump and Melania’s 20th wedding anniversary, and Billy takes you behind the scenes of their wedding with untold stories—including how he almost got into a fight in the church!

Fox News’ Senior White House Correspondent Peter Doocy joins us with the contents of President Biden’s letter to Trump and a look back at Doocy’s most unforgettable questions.

Then, Reverend Lorenzo Sewell shares his powerful journey from addiction and dealing drugs to delivering an inspirational benediction at the Inauguration and ending with a very special prayer for Los Angeles and those affected by the fires.

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Adam Carolla’s Inauguration Hot Takes and Hollywood’s Trump Ties Jan 20, 2025

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Billy Bush shares his unfiltered thoughts on the inauguration—the highs, the lows, and that Carrie Underwood moment. Then, Adam Carolla, an outspoken Trump supporter, weighs in on the promises made during the ceremony.

We also pay tribute to the inauguration’s unexpected scene-stealer. And in our "Hot Mics Hot Takes" segment: Stallone, Voight, and Gibson—Hollywood’s connections to Trump. What does it all mean?

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Donald Trump & Megyn Kelly: The Real Story Jan 15, 2025

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Donate to The Change Reaction for LA wildfire victims: https://www.changereaction.org/wildfiredirectgivingfund

Megyn Kelly joins 'Hot Mics with Billy Bush' to discuss Pete Hegseth's confirmation hearing, Prince Harry and Meghan Markle's "acting" during the wildfire clean up, and rebuilding her relationship with President-elect Donald Trump.

Also - why in the world is Michelle Obama not going to the inauguration?! And more on Nancy Mace and Jasmine Crockett's feud and Gen-Z's relationship with alcohol.

Greg Perlman from The Change Reaction gave a... $10 million dollar donation to the LA wildfire victims?! Listen to find out how you can donate to make a real difference.

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LA Fires, Price Gouging, and 'Selling Sunset' Jason Oppenheim Jan 14, 2025

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Join Billy Bush on the debut of Hot Mics as he dives into the heart of the LA fires with gripping first-hand accounts of the devastation. Billy tackles the critical issues: the failures of LA leadership, the insurance nightmares, the looting, and the price gouging. But amidst the chaos, he highlights the true heroes—the firefighters battling on the front lines.

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