Hot Mics with Billy Bush

Why was Justin Baldoni’s lawsuit against Blake Lively suddenly dismissed? Famed criminal defense attorney Mark Geragos joins Hot Mics with insider perspective—and what it means for both sides.

Then:

• The Karen Read trial nears a turning point. The defense is ready to rest, and a retired Canton Police Sergeant, who was on the ground today, returns to Hot Mics—he’s fired up and says nothing from the prosecution adds up.

• Veteran journalist Terry Moran is out at ABC News—Billy unpacks the surprising exit with unique behind-the-scenes insight.

• Plus, Fire Away! Ask Billy Anything! gets personal this week…

Blake Lively scores a legal win—Justin Baldoni’s lawsuit is dismissed. Why now, and what does it mean going forward?

Plus:

• Karen Read’s defense gears up for a finish—Attorney Melanie Little joins Billy with the latest courtroom developments.

• Peter Doocy saw it all go down—he joins live to unpack the Trump vs. Elon fallout from inside the White House press room.

And in Hot Mics Hot Takes:

• Troubling Jared Leto revelations

• The new faces of tennis—are they winning the right way, and why do we love them?

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A major turn in the Blake Lively vs. Justin Baldoni saga—has the judge’s ruling in favor of Baldoni changed everything? Meanwhile, the Diddy case takes a darker turn with allegations he dangled a woman over a balcony. Will 50 Cent’s vocal disapproval sway public opinion?

Also in this episode:

• Kylie Jenner shares her body secrets

• Tinder’s platinum filter—does Billy make the cut?

• And actor Josh Duhamel joins Billy to talk about his Ransom Canyon role on Netflix, his love life, marriage, and what it means to be a man today. (Spoiler: Does his wife approve of those steamy scenes?)

🎯 Plus, more Hot Mics fire throughout.

Is the prosecution’s key witness in the Karen Read trial a total fraud? Billy brings on a guest who has tracked every twist to unpack the truth. Then—do the Chrisleys still know best? We break down why The Don really set them free.

Plus:

• Diddy drama escalates: Molotov cocktails, threats, and East River dump talk?!

• And in Fire Away! Ask Billy Anything—Billy finally opens up about his time at NBC… and what he really thinks of Al Roker.

Kim Kardashian’s robbers get no extra time—fair or outrageous? Billy breaks down the court ruling and its impact. Plus, Kris Jenner’s new face stuns, and Bill Belichick’s walk of shame makes headlines—but Billy’s biggest takeaway may surprise you.

Then, actress Rumer Willis opens up about lessons from her mom Demi Moore, her dad Bruce Willis’s health, and her powerful new film “Trail of Vengeance.”

Exclusive! Never-before-seen text messages in the Blake Lively / Justin Baldoni saga—Billy breaks down the major players on both sides and what these messages reveal. Then, for the first time in 8 years, Harvey Weinstein speaks out: Did he pass a lie detector test? Why haven’t his accusers taken one? And what are his unfiltered thoughts on Gwyneth Paltrow and Ashley Judd?

Plus:

• Who is “The Punisher” and what’s his role in the Diddy case?

• Jake Tapper walks into Megyn Kelly’s lion’s den—did he survive?

• And what kind of “Original Sin” is going on here, really?

New details in the Diddy trial—does he still have a shot at redemption? CNN’s Elizabeth Wagmeister has been in court every day and joins us live. Then, what’s really going on between Blake Lively and Taylor Swift? Are Taylor’s denials holding up? Pop culture insider Zack Peter (@justplainzack, No Filter) breaks it all down. And he’s fed up with L.A.’s homeless crisis and post-fire recovery—billionaire developer Rick Caruso joins to talk politics, policy, and why he just might run for governor.

Plus, in Hot Mics Hot Takes:

• Bruce Springsteen vs. The Don

• The Kevin Spacey rehab tour

• And—should Tom Cruise still be running from explosions at 100?

Explosive legal battles take center stage on Hot Mics:

• Mark Geragos, attorney for the Menendez Brothers, joins with major developments in their resentencing—and he faces off (indirectly) with L.A. DA Nathan Hochman.

• The Karen Read trial ramps up—her close friend Nick Rocco joins with exclusive insight.

• Celebrity justice overload: Updates on Kim Kardashian's Paris robbery trial, the chaos of Diddy’s court drama in NYC, and a new twist in Blake vs. Baldoni.

• Finally, Kelsey Grammer opens up on the 50-year mystery behind his sister’s murder—and what he uncovered while writing his new book.

The Menendez brothers are getting a rare shot at freedom—what’s changed, and do they stand a chance? L.A. District Attorney Nathan Hochman joins to break it all down. Plus, is Blake Lively about to lose her bond with Taylor Swift? Will she apologize—or double down? In Hot Mics Hot Takes, Billy unpacks the latest in the Blake/Baldoni saga. And actor Will Arnett stops by to talk about working with Bradley Cooper, the rise of SmartLess, and why comedy still matters.

Billy takes on the rise of the “woke right”—and how it’s crossing into in-your-face racism. Then, after weeks of headlines, Billy finally watches Blake Lively in Another Simple Favor… how does she hold up, and is public opinion shifting in her favor?

Also:

• A stalker crashes into Jennifer Aniston’s home gate—Billy speaks with a childhood friend of the suspect.

• Karen Read’s explosive voicemails surface… and we’re keeping up with Karen as Boston Herald crime reporter Flint McColgan joins with the latest.

• Dolph Lundgren and Pastor Marty Merritt drop in for big conversations on culture, redemption, and more.

Guests: Joel Souza, Director of 'Rust,' & Teddi Mellencamp.

Would he speak with Alec Baldwin again? Director Joel Souza talks everything about that day on the set of "Rust"... and what has followed till now. Plus, has Harry been wronged by his Royal Family? And... is the same thing breaking up the Beckham's? Teddi Mellencamp joins "Hot Mics" for "Hot Takes"... Plus, Billy's big announcement.

Blake Lively and Ryan Reynolds were out again last night — are they using public affection to shift the narrative against Justin Baldoni? Meghan Markle and Donald Trump... two headline-making interviews — but which one is more cringeworthy? Plus, in Hot Mics Hot Takes: is White Lotus star Walton Goggins America’s newest sex symbol? And the pickleball craze continues! Director Ashley Underwood joins to talk about her new documentary and why the sport is taking over the country.

When a social media unfollow actually matters—Travis Kelce has unfollowed Ryan Reynolds, and it could spell trouble for Blake Lively’s image battle. Then, was Shedeur Sanders disrespected in the NFL Draft? Falling from a top pick to Round 5 has everyone asking: is Deion Sanders partly to blame?

Plus:

• A national prank goes wrong—who's responsible?

• The Shannon Sharpe controversy—has ESPN handled this mess the right way? Jemele Hill joins Billy live to break it all down.

• Aidan "Turtle Boy" Kearney returns with the latest inside scoop from the Karen Read retrial—what’s happening behind the scenes in Canton?

No Achy Breaky Heart here—Billy breaks down the surprise Hollywood couple of the moment: Liz Hurley and Billy Ray Cyrus. How did these two even meet? And where is it headed?

Then, would you go to dinner with Trump? Bill Maher and Larry David debate the ethics of the invite. Billy shares his take.

Plus, Teddi Mellencamp opens up in an emotional interview about her battle with stage four cancer and what’s keeping her fighting.

And in a powerful moment, Billy reflects on the passing of the “People’s Pope” just one day after Easter Sunday—joined by his pastor for a heartfelt conversation.

Finally, are we “becoming monsters while fighting monsters”? Billy dives into the latest controversy around Trump’s sweeping deportation plans.

Gayle King joins Billy to share what it’s really like to launch into space—from nerves before liftoff to what surprised her most when she came back down. But not everyone is celebrating her journey—Billy and Gayle respond to the backlash.

Then, an exclusive interview with a crew member from the Blake Lively and Justin Baldoni project reveals what was really going on behind the scenes. How did Blake treat Justin? And what’s the mood on set now?

Plus, Trump sets his sights on Harvard. What sparked the battle, and who has the upper hand?

Trump’s wild weekend—from UFC fight night to leaked medical records—Billy digs into the drama and asks: does 224 pounds really add up? Then, Bill Maher flips the script on The Don. What changed his mind?

As Trump’s tariffs send shockwaves globally, our financial expert breaks down “how not to invest” in this climate.

Plus, the emotion, the pressure, and the history—Billy gives you an insider’s take on what it felt like to be on the grounds at The Masters this weekend.

As jury selection begins for the Karen Read retrial, Billy dives deep into the unanswered questions surrounding the investigation into John O’Keefe’s death. Was it botched? What about that cracked tail light? A retired Canton cop joins with exclusive insights.

Then, The White Lotus finale continues to stir debate—was the ending satisfying or a letdown? A passionate critic joins Billy to challenge his take.

Plus, a real-life story of grit and reinvention—meet the CEO of LA Golf, whose wild ride from kitchen knife salesman to White House insider to sports entrepreneur will leave you inspired.

Tucker Carlson joins Billy live for a no-holds-barred conversation on Trump—then and now. Has Tucker truly turned pro-Trump? They dive into his defense of January 6th, admiration for Putin, and his unfiltered takes on immigration and meritocracy. Plus, in Hot Mics Hot Takes, we break down the carnage and chaos of the White Lotus finale. Who lived, who died, and did it live up to the hype?

Billy reveals exclusive details from his 30-minute conversation with Wendy Williams—what she told him will shock you.

Then, the latest in the Blake Lively vs. Justin Baldoni drama—an explosive new lawsuit has just been filed, and newly surfaced Blake footage has everyone talking.

Plus, RIP Val Kilmer—a tribute to the legendary actor, from Iceman to Doc Holliday, and the A-list beauty who once stole (and broke) his heart.

And Gary Sinise joins live—find out why the Republican actor refused to vote for Donald Trump.