Rickey Smiley Morning Show Podcast

Actress Nia Long is also trending after revealing she’s open to “sneaky links” and casual dating while prioritizing her peace and independence following a long-term relationship, reflecting a broader shift in modern dating norms.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On the sports side, the NFL has officially unveiled its 2026 season schedule, highlighted by a highly anticipated Super Bowl rematch between the Seattle Seahawks and New England Patriots to open the season—a rare and headline-grabbing kickoff that sets the tone for an exciting year.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A resurfaced controversy is stirring conversation as a woman claiming to be tied to Joe Jackson opens up about their alleged past relationship, even suggesting his wife knew about it, reigniting debate around the Jackson family legacy.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Rickey Smiley Morning Show kicks off with a packed dose of entertainment and news, led by Drake shaking up the music world with a surprise triple album release—“Iceman,” “Habibti,” and“Maid of Honour”—a rare move that instantly dominated social media and marked his first major drop following his high-profile rap feud with Kendrick Lamar...

The show kicks off with a sharp mix of politics, pop culture, and heated commentary as Donald Trump dominates headlines after launching a late‑night barrage on Truth Social aimed at Barack Obama, including reposts calling for Obama’s arrest and inflammatory AI-generated images. The controversy lands as Americans grapple with rising gas prices tied to the ongoing Iran conflict...

The Michael Jackson biopic  Michael  continues its box-office dominance, officially becoming the second highest‑grossing biopic of all time after crossing $577 million worldwide, cementing the King of Pop’s lasting cultural impact and audience draw despite mixed critical reviews.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Chris Brown fires back after Pitchfork delivers a brutal 1.3/10 review of his new 27‑track album  Brown , calling it “soulless” and reigniting debates about critics versus fan loyalty as Brown doubles down on performing for his core audience.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The episode also dives into viral relationship drama after Cardi B is caught on camera arguing with Stefon Diggs, only for the rapper to brush it off online, joking that she “forgot she was a celebrity” and was simply hungry — a response that turned potential backlash into meme‑worthy humor.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Donald Trump dominates headlines after launching a late‑night barrage on Truth Social aimed at Barack Obama, including reposts calling for Obama’s arrest and inflammatory AI-generated images. The controversy lands as Americans grapple with rising gas prices tied to the ongoing Iran conflict and global oil tensions, raising questions about priorities as Trump heads into high‑stakes talks with...

A tense political moment set the tone as Donald Trump sparked backlash after publicly insulting journalist Akayla Gardner when she questioned the ballooning cost of his White House ballroom project, which reports say has doubled from its original estimate. The exchange quickly went viral, reigniting criticism over Trump’s repeated attacks on journalists—particularly Black women—w...

The episode also featured comedian Sheryl Underwood, who joined the RSMS crew fresh off her widely praised appearance at Netflix’s Roast of Kevin Hart , where she delivered one of the night’s standout sets and addressed the fine line between roast humor, grief, and resilience. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dating rumors are swirling again around Mariah Carey and Anderson. Paak after the pair were spotted holding hands on a movie date in Los Angeles, fueling speculation that their on‑again chemistry may be more than just collaborative. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The crew broke down reports that Jamie Foxx is expecting another child with his girlfriend Alyce Huckstepp, a development confirmed by multiple outlets and marking a major personal milestone following Foxx’s highly publicized health scare. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A tense political moment set the tone as Donald Trump sparked backlash after publicly insulting journalist Akayla Gardner when she questioned the ballooning cost of his White House ballroom project, which reports say has doubled from its original estimate. The exchange quickly went viral, reigniting criticism over Trump’s repeated attacks on journalists—particularly Black women—w...

Hour two dives deep into Safety Tuesday with alarming tech news—from a massive Canvas app hack affecting millions of students, to Apple’s multimillion-dollar Siri lawsuit, Meta ending Instagram DM encryption, and shocking claims that jailbroken Fire Sticks could expose home cameras and microphones. The heat turns all the way up as Gary delivers explosive celebrity tea involving Kevin H...

This four‑hour Rickey Smiley Morning Show episode blends faith, facts, and fiery opinions as the crew tackles everything from rising war tensions with Iran, record‑breaking gas prices, inflation, and Supreme Court rulings, to nonstop celebrity headlines and jaw‑dropping rumors. Hear heated debates over LeBron James’ NBA future, emotional tributes as Janet Jackson, Tupac, and hip‑hop legends...

The final hour starts with hard-hitting front‑page news as tensions escalate between Iran and President Trump, inflation hits its highest level since 2023, and a controversial Supreme Court ruling shakes up future congressional maps. Sports talk gets intense with fresh debate over LeBron James’ future after the Lakers’ playoff sweep—and whether his next move could be Cleveland, N...

Hour three delivers a powerful mix of celebrity talk, real emotion, and cultural debate as Gary reveals Beyoncé’s shocking confession about suffering a serious vocal injury at just 13 years old—and how discipline, faith, and hard work built the superstar we know today. The mood shifts as explosive commentary resurfaces around Cardi B, Stefon Diggs, and allegations from Diggs&rsq...

The Rickey Smiley Morning Show kicks off with an uplifting morning prayer before jumping straight into heavyweight headlines, including rising global tensions as President Trump weighs in on Iran, skyrocketing gas prices ahead of Memorial Day travel, and the economic fallout Americans are already feeling at the pump. Sports fans won’t want to miss fiery NBA playoff talk—Donovan Mitchel...

Former Atlanta mayor and gubernatorial candidate Keisha Lance Bottoms joins Rickey Smiley for a conversation about the current political climate, voting rights, and why civic engagement is more important than ever. Keisha speaks candidly about the challenges facing democracy and the importance of showing up, staying informed, and being intentional about the future. Keisha shares her vision, what d...

Kicking off with the big headlines, the show covered Donald Trump flat‑out rejecting Iran’s latest response to a U.S. proposal to end the war, calling it “totally unacceptable,” while Benjamin Netanyahu warned the broader conflict isn’t truly “over” as long as key issues like enriched uranium and missile capabilities remain unresolved.   On the enterta...

Comedy fans got a big moment: Netflix’s live “Roast of Kevin Hart” was a star‑stacked spectacle—plus multiple reports highlight that Hart and Katt Williams used the night to publicly bury their long‑running feud.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The crew also spoke about latest Beyoncé speculation—on air it was framed as a near‑term new single/album rumor, but outside reporting notes her team has pushed back on claims of an imminent “Act III” rollout tied to the Met Gala buzz.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The crew dug into reality‑TV tea around a rumored “Ex‑Husbands of Atlanta” spinoff tied to Todd Tucker, with chatter that familiar former husbands (including names like Apollo Nida and Peter Thomas) could be part of an intentionally “messy” post‑divorce spotlight—complete with talk of potential added drama if Simon Guobadia ever joins.  See omnystudio.com/listene...

The show covered Donald Trump flat‑out rejecting Iran’s latest response to a U.S. proposal to end the war, calling it “totally unacceptable,” while Benjamin Netanyahu warned the broader conflict isn’t truly “over” as long as key issues like enriched uranium and missile capabilities remain unresolved.  See omnystudio.com/listener for priv...