Rickey Smiley Morning Show Podcast

Special K lays down a hilarious yet divisive set of Man Law rules that spark laughs and side-eyes across the studio. The tone shifts sharply with disturbing headlines, including a woman found dead in a Dollar Tree freezer and emotional stories highlighting child safety and community responsibility. Sports wrap the hour with HBCU football drama, Patrick Mahomes’ season-ending injury, and anot...

A decades-long legal saga resurfaces as new accusations are aimed at the New Jersey Attorney General’s office in a paternity case involving Jay-Z, raising questions about power, justice, and accountability. Jason Derulo makes headlines after saying he will never work alone with a woman again following dismissed lawsuits, igniting heated debate. The conversation turns fully interactive as the...

Jeff Johnson breaks down the looming healthcare crisis as ACA subsidies face expiration and millions brace for higher costs, with equity and access taking center stage. The mood shifts as Gary spills tea on Tiffany Haddish stepping out with a new mystery man and being open to love beyond race. Then luxury enters the chat as Russell Wilson and Ciara list their jaw-dropping California mansion for ne...

Bishop Joseph Walker delivers a powerful word about faith, movement, and stepping into purpose just as the morning takes a hard turn into breaking news and controversy. From a mass shooting at Brown University and heightened security nationwide to major sports shakeups involving Patrick Mahomes, Micah Parsons, and the Dallas Cowboys, the stakes stay high. Things explode in the Hot Spot as Ray J ac...

This jam packed episode of The Rickey Smiley Morning Show blends faith, politics, sports, and culture as the crew reacts to Donald Trump’s viral comments about Black voters, major fractures inside the GOP, and rising fears over healthcare costs. Suge Knight’s explosive claims about hip hop power players collide with celebrity controversies involving Tyra Banks, Lizzo, and the Real Hous...

Laughter and competition heat up with a Battle of the Sexes game before the show pivots to urgent headlines about expiring healthcare subsidies that could impact 22 million Americans. The crew discusses new developments involving Letitia James, Black Lives Matter leadership, and the legacy of George Floyd. In Hot Spot, Joy Reid fires back at Stephen A. Smith over comments about her MSNBC exit, ign...

Concern grows as fans speculate about Tyra Banks’ dramatic weight loss and possible Ozempic use, sparking a broader conversation about body image and Hollywood pressure. Suge Knight makes jaw dropping claims involving Russell Simmons, Andre Harrell, and Diddy, sending shockwaves through hip hop history. The hour crescendos with an in depth interview featuring Senator Raphael Warnock, who bre...

Gary With The Tea delivers explosive celebrity news as Real Housewives of Atlanta star Shamari DeVoe files a malpractice lawsuit over a chemical peel gone wrong, alleging permanent damage and negligence. The crew reacts as Shannon Sharpe opens up about personal mistakes following the firing of Michigan coach Sharon Moore, drawing sharp commentary and raw honesty from the table. The hour spirals in...

The Rickey Smiley Morning Show kicks off with a powerful prayer from Pastor Tim of Majestic Life Church before diving into breaking political headlines, including viral backlash over Donald Trump’s comments about Black voters and a rare Republican revolt against a Trump backed congressional map. The crew reacts to the Atlanta Falcons stunning the Buccaneers behind a historic night from Kyle...

The Rickey Smiley Morning Show dives into a packed mix of politics, music-industry tension, and raw family revelations, opening with Congresswoman Jasmine Crockett’s official announcement that she’s running for U.S. Senate. The team breaks down the energy around her Dallas rally and what her entry could mean in a heated election climate as she positions herself as a figh...

Shannon Sharpe has an emotional therapy-session confession about his lifelong difficulty with relationships and lingering wounds from parental abandonment — a conversation that leads into a reflection on how unresolved childhood pain can echo into adulthood.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Gary With Da Tea stirs the pot over a quiet but growing tension between Beyoncé and Brandy, fueled by whispers that Bey attended multiple Brandy/Monica tour stops but noticeably avoided Brandy backstage — a rumor the cast debates fiercely, especially as fans speculate about long-standing industry politics, sibling commentary, and behind-the-scenes misunderstandings.  See omnystud...

Congresswoman Jasmine Crockett officially announced that she’s running for U.S. Senate. The team breaks down the energy around her Dallas rally and what her entry could mean in a heated election climate as she positions herself as a fighter on cost-of-living, healthcare, and holding Trump accountable.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Rickey Smiley Morning Show kicks off with a sharp look at global and political headlines, starting with President Trump’s announcement of a U.S.–brokered peace deal between the Democratic Republic of Congo and Rwanda—despite skepticism from experts who note that rebel groups weren’t included and conflict remains ongoing. The team also examines concerns over the U.S. ben...

The crew reacts to NFL quarterback Jameis Winston revealing his family had been burning through  $400,000 a month , prompting him to clamp down on spending.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Tamar Braxton’s career is thriving as she signs on to star alongside Taye Diggs in the upcoming Tubi thriller  Stepfather .  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

President Trump announces that the U.S. is brokering a peace deal between the Democratic Republic of Congo and Rwanda—despite skepticism from experts who note that rebel groups weren’t included and conflict remains ongoing. The team also examines concerns over the U.S. benefiting from Congolese minerals while Congolese citizens remain on the Amer...

The show opens with a nationwide chill as the U.S. braces for record-breaking freezing temperatures thanks to a powerful arctic blast sweeping across much of the country. Forecasters warn that more than 200 million Americans will be plunged into sub-freezing conditions, with many regions expecting historically cold highs and lows this week. Against that backdrop, celebrity gossip heats up: recent...

Michelle Obama showed up to The Boy is Mine Tour in Washington D.C. The former First Lady sent a heartfelt message to Brandy, Monica, Kelly Rowland, and Mya.   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The show dissects news that reality-star Kandi Burruss claims her estranged husband’s prenup is invalid, insisting he’s not being faithful — a revelation that ignited debate about trust, money, and marriage under public scrutiny.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Recent headlines claim actress Zoë Kravitz left a pet python behind in Taylor Swift’s mansion — a story that resurfaced just as winter conditions worsened. The segment has the hosts joking, worrying (for the snake), and wondering how wild fame gets when pets and parties mix.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

There is a nationwide chill as the U.S. braces for record-breaking freezing temperatures thanks to a powerful arctic blast sweeping across much of the country. Forecasters warn that more than 200 million Americans will be plunged into sub-freezing conditions, with many regions expecting historically cold highs and lows this week.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Would you take a trillion dollars… or ten minutes with Jesus? That viral question set the internet on fire after comedian B. Simone chose the money, igniting a heated on-air debate about faith, priorities, and whether her answer was misunderstood or just plain messy. Meanwhile, Ray J dominated the Hot Spot after publicly calling out Beyoncé and Jay-Z for allegedly ignoring his sister...

Rihanna had social media buzzing after she was caught on video snapping at A$AP Rocky during a public appearance in NYC, fueling rumors and reactions about relationship tension — though the crew reminded listeners that even power couples have off moments.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ray J dominated the Hot Spot after publicly calling out Beyoncé and Jay-Z for allegedly ignoring his sister Brandy at recent tour stops, turning the situation into a full-blown “crash out” complete with emotional accusations, internet speculation, and the crew weighing in on whether Ray J was doing the most or simply defending family.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privac...