Rickey Smiley Morning Show Podcast

Four hours of the Rickey Smiley Morning Show and not a single dull moment. The crew opens with a prayer that'll hit you right in the chest, then gets straight into the stories dominating the headlines — from a mysterious death demanding a federal investigation, to an immigration incident that's now an international dispute, to thousands of families facing an uncertain future overnight. Gary...

Rickey goes head-to-head with listeners in a Battle of the Sexes that you do not want to miss — especially the prize bag. Then Brat brings you a surprise move from a famous family you wouldn't expect to be making headlines right now, and one of hip-hop's biggest moguls is making a very bold claim about his latest TV project. On the front page, a dangerous weather threat is spreading across t...

It's the first Friday of the month, which means Confession Friday is in full effect — and this one delivered. The crew got into some embarrassing, unhinged, and oddly relatable confessions, and the phone lines went absolutely crazy. But before all that, Gary drops some celebrity news involving the son of an NBA legend that has everyone talking, a controversial media personality says somethin...

Gary With The Tea is pouring this hour, and the cup runneth over. One of the most celebrated athletes in the world just clapped back at the internet in the most perfectly unbothered way — and Rickey has feelings about it. Then there's a certain Grammy-winning superstar who may have a new man, and he is not who you'd expect. The conversation gets surprisingly personal when Rickey explains exa...

Rickey Smiley and the crew kick off the morning right with a powerful prayer from Stellar Award-winning gospel artist Keylante Gavin. Then it's straight to the front page — the mysterious death of 18-year-old Nolan Wells in Mississippi has civil rights attorney Ben Crump demanding answers, ICE shoots and kills a Mexican citizen in Houston sparking an international standoff, and 350,000 Haiti...

The Rickey Smiley Morning Show brings the heat for a full hour — starting with an opening prayer, breaking news on Trump's strikes on Iran, and Donovan Mitchell's mind-blowing $273 million Cleveland deal (is LeBron next?). Brat Tat Tat reports on Bone Thugs-N-Harmony finally getting their Hollywood Walk of Fame star, while Tristan Thompson can't stop talking about Klay Thompson and Megan The...

The conversation with therapist Spirit continues — and she drops a number that'll stop you cold: domestic violence hotlines receive 20,800 calls every single day , and the abuse costs the U.S. $8.3 billion a year. Rickey gets personal, Spirit gets real, and the show ends with Rickey gifting Spirit a spa day on air. Then the news desk covers Carmelo Anthony's murder conviction appeal, Mitch M...

Gary reveals that Charles Barkley was invited to Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce's multi-million dollar wedding — and turned it down. Plus, Questlove showed up with his girlfriend and people have thoughts . Then the crew tackles the disturbing story of veteran radio host Big Tigger, who reportedly stepped away from his show following an aggravated battery arrest — and his wife's separate...

Gary With the T drops some piping hot tea: rumor has it that bots and resellers scooped up all of Jay-Z's sold-out Yankee Stadium Blueprint/Reasonable Doubt anniversary concerts — and the stadium could look half empty. Gary also blames Beyoncé washing Jay-Z's hair in that infomercial for hurting his image with Gen Z. The crew goes back and forth hard on this one. Then Jeff Johnson bre...

The crew kicks off Thursday with an opening prayer from Stella Award winner Kelante Gavin, then dives straight into the headlines — Trump's retaliatory strikes on Iran, Graham Platner dropping out of his Senate race amid some very serious allegations, and Donovan Mitchell's jaw-dropping $273 million deal with Cleveland (and what it could mean for LeBron). In the Hot Spot, Brat Tat Tat brings...

The Rickey Smiley Morning Show covered a wide range of headlines, from global conflict to celebrity controversy and political commentary. The crew discussed the U.S. military launching strikes against Iran after officials said Iranian forces targeted commercial vessels in the Strait of Hormuz, a critical shipping route that handles a significant portion of the world’s oil supply. R...

Matthew Knowles pushed back against the long-standing belief that Beyoncé’s success made him wealthy, explaining that he and Tina Knowles had already built a successful business empire through their Houston-based hair salon ventures years before Destiny’s Child became a global phenomenon.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The show also discussed comments from former talk show host Montel Williams, who said he believed former Vice President Kamala Harris was highly qualified for the presidency but felt the timing of her campaign and the political climate worked against her chances.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The show also highlighted the backlash facing Lil Wayne after fans in New Hampshire claimed the rapper took the stage more than two hours late following a separate concert cancellation in Maine earlier in the week, leaving many concertgoers frustrated despite his eventual performance.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The crew discussed the U.S. military launching strikes against Iran after officials said Iranian forces targeted commercial vessels in the Strait of Hormuz, a critical shipping route that handles a significant portion of the world’s oil supply. Recent reports indicate the exchange has raised concerns about potential impacts on global markets and fuel prices.  See omn...

The Rickey Smiley Morning Show tackled some of the biggest conversations in music and entertainment, starting with Nicki Minaj’s headline-making visit to the White House, where President Donald Trump publicly praised the rapper during a Rose Garden luncheon and Minaj later shared photos from the event using the hashtag “WhiteHouseBarbie.” The crew also discussed the growing contr...

The crew also discussed the growing controversy surrounding Yung Miami’s viral hit “Spend Dat,” which has sparked debate over its lyrics and messaging after criticism from India Arie. While critics argue the song glamorizes scamming and retail theft, supporters including Monica, Rihanna, Uncle Luke, and Trick Daddy have defended it as entertainment and artistic expression. ...

Nearly seven years after Nipsey Hussle’s death, court documents show his children have officially received their shares of his estate, which is reportedly valued at approximately $11 million. The conversation highlighted Nipsey’s legacy of ownership and entrepreneurship, with his assets including business interests and intellectual property that will continue benefi...

The crew also reacted to reports that Beyoncé’s surprise single “Morning Dew (Donk)” debuted at a relatively modest position on Spotify’s U.S. chart despite the superstar’s global reach, fueling online discussions about expectations for one of music’s biggest names.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Rickey Smiley Morning Show tackled some of the biggest conversations in music and entertainment, starting with Nicki Minaj’s headline-making visit to the White House, where President Donald Trump publicly praised the rapper during a Rose Garden luncheon and Minaj later shared photos from the event using the hashtag “WhiteHouseBarbie.” See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy i...

The Rickey Smiley Morning Show kicked off the week with a mix of celebrity news, culture, and conversation, led by Beyoncé’s surprise Fourth of July release of “Morning Dew (Donk),” her first new song since Cowboy Carter . The track officially launches the countdown to the 20th anniversary reissue of her landmark  B’Day  album, giving the BeyHive ...

Over in New Orleans, the 2026 Essence Festival once again proved why it remains one of the most important cultural events in the country, drawing huge crowds and generating an estimated $300 million in economic activity for the city while featuring performances from stars including Cardi B, Brandy, Monica, Patti LaBelle, and more.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Lil Wayne set the record straight on rumors that he was engaged, revealing that he and his girlfriend have gone their separate ways. He also opened up about his epilepsy, explaining that severe migraines—one of his seizure triggers—forced him to miss a recent tour stop, putting his health first before returning to the road.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Former Love & Hip Hop star Tahiry Jose’s new mobile barber business, where clients are reportedly paying up to $500 for a haircut and luxury grooming experience.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Beyoncé’s surprise Fourth of July release of “Morning Dew (Donk),” her first new song since Cowboy Carter. The track officially launches the countdown to the 20th anniversary reissue of her landmark B’Day album, giving the BeyHive a nostalgic celebration while reigniting speculation about what could be next in her musical evolution.  See...