Rickey Smiley On The Spot

Momma Dee joins Rickey Smiley On The Spot for one of her most candid and entertaining interviews yet. From the phone call that launched her reality TV career to the real meaning behind her iconic phrase "In That Order," Mama Dee reflects on motherhood, fame, music, faith, and her unwavering love for her son, Scrappy. She also shares the inspiration behind her new food truck, her favorite family re...

This week on Rickey Smiley On The Spot, Rickey sits down with legendary R&B artist Montell Jordan for one of his most transparent conversations yet. Known worldwide for creating one of the biggest party anthems of all time, "This Is How We Do It," Montell reflects on the highs of superstardom, the pressures that came with early success, and why he believes fame didn't prepare him for the respo...

Grammy Award-winning singer, songwriter, and producer Eric Bellinger joins Rickey Smiley for an honest conversation about the realities of songwriting, balancing artistry with business, navigating grief, and building a career on his own terms. From writing chart-topping records for some of the biggest names in music to opening up about losing his mother and embracing a new chapter with a major lab...

Legendary songwriter and producer Sean Garrett joins Rickey Smiley for an unforgettable conversation about creating some of the biggest hits in music history. Known as "The Pen," Sean has written and produced chart-topping records for Beyoncé, Usher, Ciara, Chris Brown, Fergie, and countless others. From the making of "Yeah!," "Goodies," and "Run It!" to sharing his unique creative process,...

Five-time Grammy Award-winning artist CeeLo Green joins Rickey Smiley On The Spot for one of the most entertaining and insightful conversations yet. CeeLo opens up about losing his parents at a young age, how music became his therapy, and the gospel roots that shaped his legendary career. He also reveals the truth about nearly joining OutKast, reflects on Goodie Mob's final chapter, and shares beh...

Kwame Johnson joins Rickey Smiley for an inspiring and deeply personal conversation about redemption, mentorship, and the urgent need to invest in young people. As President & CEO of Big Brothers Big Sisters of Metro Atlanta, Johnson has dedicated his life to helping young people reach their full potential, but his path to leadership was anything but conventional. From spending time in solitar...

Grammy Award-winning gospel artist Tye Tribbett joins Rickey Smiley On The Spot for an unforgettable conversation about faith, family, music, and perseverance. Ty opens up about his journey from playing in local churches to becoming one of gospel music’s most electrifying performers. He shares how “Victory” changed his life, why people once misunderstood his energetic style, and...

T.I. pulled up to On The Spot with Rickey Smiley and delivered one of the funniest and most authentic conversations we’ve had yet. From Atlanta culture and Birthday Bash memories to parenting, music, strip clubs, comedy, and the legacy behind the King album, TIP gave fans a raw and hilarious look into his world. The King of the South talks about returning to music with his hit single “...

Gary With Da Tea pulled up to On The Spot with Rickey Smiley for one of the FUNNIEST and most honest conversations we’ve had yet. From getting chased home as a kid, surviving cancer, working at Wendy’s, getting confronted by T.I., mental health, radio beginnings, celebrity gossip, and the chaos of life behind the scenes — Gary gave us EVERYTHING. The two longtime friends share hi...

Former Atlanta mayor and gubernatorial candidate Keisha Lance Bottoms joins Rickey Smiley for a powerful and wide-ranging conversation on On The Spot. From growing up in Atlanta to serving as mayor and later advising in the White House, Keisha shares her journey through leadership, public service, and the moments that shaped her path. She opens up about what it was like working inside the White Ho...

On this episode of  Rickey Smiley On The Spot , Rickey Smiley sits down with Corey Lamar, father and former manager of Rich Homie Quan, for a powerful and deeply personal conversation about loss, faith, and healing. From surviving a life-changing shooting to navigating the unimaginable loss of his son, Corey opens up about grief, mental health, and what it truly takes to keep going. He s...

On this episode of Rickey Smiley On The Spot, Rickey Smiley sits down with trailblazing rapper, actress, and media personality Da Brat for a conversation that is candid, personal, and full of perspective. From breaking barriers in hip-hop as the first female rapper to go platinum to navigating life after prison, building a presence in radio and television, and stepping into motherhood later in lif...

When a respected voice in culture sits down with a host known for real conversations, you get something deeper than an interview. On this episode of Rickey Smiley On The Spot, Rickey Smiley sits down with Grammy Award-winning artist, entrepreneur, and community leader Killer Mike for a conversation that is insightful, reflective, and impactful.  From growing up in Atlanta surrounded by the le...

Reality TV personality and entertainer Shamea Morton joins Rickey Smiley for a candid and engaging conversation that quickly turns into one of the funniest episodes yet. Known for her appearances on Real Housewives of Atlanta, Shamea shares her journey beyond television from her early days in entertainment to her college experience and the foundation that shaped her. What starts as a conversation...

Grammy Award-winning artist Tiny joins Rickey Smiley for a candid conversation that reveals the real story behind her rise with Xscape, her relationship with T.I., and the truth about TLC’s “No Scrubs.” From being told they would never make it to becoming one of the most iconic R&B groups, Tiny breaks down the early struggles, industry setbacks, and the moment everything chan...

What happens when a comedy OG sits down with one of the most viral comedians of this generation? On this episode of On The Spot, Rickey Smiley goes one-on-one with viral sensation and stand-up powerhouse Desi Banks for a conversation that’s hilarious, heartfelt, and unexpectedly deep. From locker room jokes to fatherhood lessons… from roach stories to purpose-driven success. This epis...

Rickey Smiley On The Spot is Rickey in his truest form — Authentic. Funny. Heartfelt. Honest. Each episode brings audiences up close with one of comedy’s most trusted voices as he dives into real conversations that mix humor with humanity. From laugh-out-loud stories to deeply personal moments, Rickey creates a space where guests can let their guard down, share their truth, and reflect...