Rickey Smiley Morning Show Podcast

The show also takes a serious turn discussing Moniece Slaughter’s shocking, hate-filled rant targeting Black people after her truck was broken into—her comments have sparked widespread backlash.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Met Gala turned heads with a celebration of Black elegance and craftsmanship, spotlighting "Superfine: Tailoring Black Style" in a night full of bold statements and dapper fashion.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Emotions run high as the team unpacks the heartbreaking and complex story out of Cincinnati—Rodney Hinton Jr. is accused of fatally striking Deputy Larry Henderson with his car just a day after police shot and killed Hinton's unarmed 18-year-old son. The incident has raised major questions and sparked community tensions.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Rickey Smiley Morning Show dives into the start of jury selection for Diddy’s highly anticipated RICO trial, where he faces an all-white female prosecution team led by James Comey’s daughter. Reality star Shamea Morton joins to talk about her return to Real Housewives of Atlanta , her new music, and how life’s changed since moving into her new home.  Also making headline...

While doing an interview on a podcast, former NBA star Paul Pierce stirs controversy by claiming marriage is only for the poor and old. He said that marriage does not benefit rich men.   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Making headlines is a disturbing viral incident: a white Minnesota woman, Shiloh Hendrix, called a 5-year-old autistic Black boy the N-word over a toy dispute and has shockingly raised over $400K online.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Reality star Shamea Morton joins to talk about her return to Real Housewives of Atlanta, her new music, and how life’s changed since moving into her new home.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The start of jury selection for Diddy’s highly anticipated RICO trial, where he faces an all-white female prosecution team led by James Comey’s daughter.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Health officials are on high alert after a passenger with measles passed through Chicago’s O’Hare Airport, potentially exposing hundreds to the virus.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It is Friday on The Rickey Smiley Morning Show Podcast. A shocking incident in South Carolina leads the headlines as Justin Adams crashes into a preschool on Sullivan’s Island, injuring three adults and two children before fleeing the scene in a hit-and-run. Meanwhile, actress Kerry Washington joins the Rickey Smiley Morning Show to talk about her new action-packed film Shadow Force , the im...

Actress Kerry Washington joins the Rickey Smiley Morning Show to talk about her new action-packed film Shadow Force, the importance of showcasing Black love on screen, and highlights from her legendary career.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A shocking incident in South Carolina leads the headlines as Justin Adams crashes into a preschool on Sullivan’s Island, injuring three adults and two children before fleeing the scene in a hit-and-run.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A Georgia judge has ordered Jeezy to comply with his divorce order or he would have to be reported to prison. Jeezy is to give the title of his 2022 Range Rover to his former wife, Jeannie Mai.   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this episode of The Rickey Smiley Morning Show Podcast , the crew unpacks Fantasia’s emotional decision to finally release her first gospel album, revealing how she had been running from the calling until God made it clear. The conversation then shifts to Beyoncé, who’s facing backlash for performing the national anthem during her Cowboy Carter tour—some fans are questi...

Vice President Kamala Harris comes out swinging in her first major speech since the election, taking aim at Donald Trump’s economic policies and warning they could lead to another recession.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The lovely ladies of Xscape joined the Rickey Smiley Morning Show Podcast. They spoke about everything from new music, touring, family and Kandi producing Othello on Broadway with her husband Todd.   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Beyoncé is facing backlash for performing the national anthem during her Cowboy Carter tour—some fans are questioning the move in light of ongoing racial and political tensions.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The RSMS crew unpacks Fantasia’s emotional decision to finally release her first gospel album, revealing how she had been running from the calling until God made it clear.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It is Hump Day on The Rickey Smiley Morning Show Podcast. In this episode, the RSMS crew discuss a variety of topics on today’s show. Former Vice President Kamala Harris is set to make a big speech, which is her first one since she lost the presidential election. Harris is expected to harshly criticize Donald Trump’s economic plan, and she plans to hint at a gubernatorial run in Califo...

Halle Berry and Monica Lewinsky for years have been referenced in many hip-hop songs over the years. Both Berry and Lewinsky have commented on how they feel about being mentioned in some of hip-hop's most famous records.   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

April is Autism Awareness Month and on Wellness Wednesday, the RSMS brings more attention to autism. One out of thirty-six children have been diagnosed with autism and Jennifer Lopez and Bree Phillips from the ABA Center in Atlanta to speak about Autism Awareness Month. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mary J. Blige is being sued by her former friend and longtime stylist Misa Hylton for $5 million. Hylton is suing Blige because of a dispute over rapper Vado, who is signed to Blige’s label. The dispute is that Blige and her company will not release his album if they cut ties with Misa Hylton. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Former Vice President Kamala Harris is set to make a big speech, which is her first one since she lost the presidential election. Harris is expected to harshly criticize Donald Trump’s economic plan, and she plans to hint at a gubernatorial run in California.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It’s a powerful Tuesday on The Rickey Smiley Morning Show as Snoop Dogg joins the crew live in studio to talk about his new gospel album Altar Call —his second in the genre and the first released under Death Row Records. The conversation dives into his spiritual journey, the message behind the music, and why this project is close to his heart.  The show also covers the major annou...

The show also covers the major announcement that Bishop T.D. Jakes is stepping down from leadership at The Potter’s House, passing the torch to his daughter Sarah Jakes Roberts and her husband.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.