Rickey Smiley Morning Show Podcast

The Rickey Smiley Morning Show delivered an emotional and eventful episode as the team opened the day by sending heartfelt condolences to Lil Jon, who recently confirmed the tragic passing of his 27‑year‑old son, Nathan Smith, known professionally as DJ Young Slade. Authorities recovered Nathan’s body from a Georgia pond after he was reported missing, with police stating that no foul play is suspected. The show also turned its attention to Cardi B, who made headlines for reportedly spending more than $1.2 million to support boyfriend Stefon Diggs at the Super Bowl—covering private suites, premium seating, multiple private jets, and lavish after‑party plans as part of a once‑in‑a‑lifetime celebration. The crew continued with uplifting entertainment news as Halle Berry officially announced her engagement to longtime partner Van Hunt, ending months of speculation. Berry confirmed on The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon that she “did not say no” and proudly displayed her multi‑karat diamond ring while sharing that the couple simply hasn’t chosen a wedding date yet. The show closed with sharp political conversation after reports that Governor Wes Moore, the nation’s only Black governor, was uninvited from this year’s White House National Governors Association dinner—an unprecedented departure from bipartisan tradition that Moore described as “blatant disrespect” and a painful exclusion. Website: https://www.urban1podcasts.com/rickey-smiley-morning-show See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The crew continued with uplifting entertainment news as Halle Berry officially announced her engagement to longtime partner Van Hunt, ending months of speculation. Berry confirmed on The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon that she “did not say no” and proudly displayed her multi‑karat diamond ring while sharing that the couple simply hasn’t chosen a wedding date yet. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The show closed with sharp political conversation after reports that Governor Wes Moore, the nation’s only Black governor, was uninvited from this year’s White House National Governors Association dinner—an unprecedented departure from bipartisan tradition that Moore described as “blatant disrespect” and a painful exclusion. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The show also turned its attention to Cardi B, who made headlines for reportedly spending more than $1.2 million to support boyfriend Stefon Diggs at the Super Bowl—covering private suites, premium seating, multiple private jets, and lavish after‑party plans as part of a once‑in‑a‑lifetime celebration. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Rickey Smiley Morning Show delivered an emotional and eventful episode as the team opened the day by sending heartfelt condolences to Lil Jon, who recently confirmed the tragic passing of his 27‑year‑old son, Nathan Smith, known professionally as DJ Young Slade. Authorities recovered Nathan’s body from a Georgia pond after he was reported missing, with police stating that no foul play is suspected. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This episode of The Rickey Smiley Morning Show Podcast kicks off with a look at Coco Jones preparing to perform the Black National Anthem, “Lift Every Voice and Sing,” at Super Bowl LX. Jones shared that she’s been leaning on a vocal trick once used by Whitney Houston—eating Lay’s potato chips to keep her voice “oiled” before major performances—as she gears up for one of the biggest stages in sports. Reports also confirm Coco’s performance continues the NFL’s now‑annual inclusion of the Black National Anthem before kickoff, with Jones joining a lineup that includes Charlie Puth and Brandi Carlile during pre‑game ceremonies. Meanwhile, the show addresses online buzz about SZA and country‑hip‑hop artist Shaboozey, with multiple sources confirming that despite months of speculation, the two have never been romantically involved and maintain only a platonic friendship. Later, listeners get a lively segment featuring super‑producer Teddy Riley, whose new memoir Remember the Times chronicles his rise from Harlem to shaping the sound of modern R&B and hip‑hop through the creation of New Jack Swing and collaborations with icons like Michael Jackson, Mary J. Blige, and Jay‑Z. As conversation turns political, the team reacts to Donald Trump’s recent repost of an AI‑generated video depicting Barack and Michelle Obama as apes, which sparked bipartisan condemnation before the White House deleted it, claiming a staffer posted it in error. The episode blends entertainment, culture, and headline news, giving listeners a sharp, humorous, and insightful take on everything happening right now. Website: https://www.urban1podcasts.com/rickey-smiley-morning-show See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The team reacts to Donald Trump’s recent repost of an AI‑generated video depicting Barack and Michelle Obama as apes, which sparked bipartisan condemnation before the White House deleted it, claiming a staffer posted it in error. The episode blends entertainment, culture, and headline news, giving listeners a sharp, humorous, and insightful take on everything happening right now. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Listeners get a lively segment featuring super‑producer Teddy Riley, whose new memoir Remember the Times chronicles his rise from Harlem to shaping the sound of modern R&B and hip‑hop through the creation of New Jack Swing and collaborations with icons like Michael Jackson, Mary J. Blige, and Jay‑Z. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The show addresses online buzz about SZA and country‑hip‑hop artist Shaboozey, with multiple sources confirming that despite months of speculation, the two have never been romantically involved and maintain only a platonic friendship. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Rickey Smiley Morning Show Podcast kicks off with a look at Coco Jones preparing to perform the Black National Anthem, “Lift Every Voice and Sing,” at Super Bowl LX. Jones shared that she’s been leaning on a vocal trick once used by Whitney Houston—eating Lay’s potato chips to keep her voice “oiled” before major performances—as she gears up for one of the biggest stages in sports. Reports also confirm Coco’s performance continues the NFL’s now‑annual inclusion of the Black National Anthem before kickoff, with Jones joining a lineup that includes Charlie Puth and Brandi Carlile during pre‑game ceremonies. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Rickey Smiley Morning Show Podcast dives into today’s most urgent and eye‑opening celebrity and news stories. Nicki Minaj continues to spark controversy by doubling down on her support for Donald Trump’s immigration policies, equating border enforcement to protecting a private home—comments that have intensified public debate following her recent appearances with Trump and the revelation that she received a “gold card” giving her a pathway to citizenship. Meanwhile, Kim Kardashian is generating major buzz as her rumored romance with Formula 1 champion Lewis Hamilton grows more visible, supported by multiple sightings in Paris and the UK, where the two were seen arriving together and spending private time at luxury locations. Adding to the week’s explosive topics, GloRilla faces public scrutiny after her sister accused her of failing to support their mother—who allegedly still works at FedEx—despite the rapper’s rising success and multimillion‑dollar net worth, sparking heated debate online about celebrity responsibility to family. The podcast also highlights deeply troubling updates in the disappearance of Savannah Guthrie’s mother, Nancy, after investigators confirmed a ransom note containing specific details about her home and appearance on the night she vanished, though authorities have not validated its authenticity; with concerns heightened due to Nancy’s fragile health and evidence suggesting she was abducted from her home. Website: https://www.urban1podcasts.com/rickey-smiley-morning-show See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The podcast also highlights deeply troubling updates in the disappearance of Savannah Guthrie’s mother, Nancy, after investigators confirmed a ransom note containing specific details about her home and appearance on the night she vanished, though authorities have not validated its authenticity; with concerns heightened due to Nancy’s fragile health and evidence suggesting she was abducted from her home. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

GloRilla faces public scrutiny after her sister accused her of failing to support their mother—who allegedly still works at FedEx—despite the rapper’s rising success and multimillion‑dollar net worth, sparking heated debate online about celebrity responsibility to family.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Kim Kardashian is generating major buzz as her rumored romance with Formula 1 champion Lewis Hamilton grows more visible, supported by multiple sightings in Paris and the UK, where the two were seen arriving together and spending private time at luxury locations. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Nicki Minaj continues to spark controversy by doubling down on her support for Donald Trump’s immigration policies, equating border enforcement to protecting a private home—comments that have intensified public debate following her recent appearances with Trump and the revelation that she received a “gold card” giving her a pathway to citizenship. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Rickey Smiley Morning Show dives into a charged news cycle, beginning with the U.S. military shooting down an Iranian Shahed‑139 drone that “aggressively” approached the USS Abraham Lincoln in the Arabian Sea — an incident that heightened already‑tense U.S.–Iran relations and occurred just hours before Iranian forces harassed a U.S.–flagged tanker in the Strait of Hormuz. In entertainment news, renewed industry chatter suggests that Wendy Williams may return to television in 2026 following a major legal victory that could soon release her from her mental‑health conservatorship, prompting serious behind‑the‑scenes talks with her former production partner, Debmar‑Mercury. The show also explores the emotional revelations of Reshona Landfair — formerly the Jane Doe at the center of R. Kelly’s infamous underage tape — who has stepped into the public eye to reclaim her identity and recount decades of silence, manipulation, and trauma as detailed in her new memoir Who’s Watching Shorty?. Closing out the lineup, the team breaks down President Trump’s latest Oval Office controversy after he publicly scolded CNN reporter Kaitlan Collins for “not smiling” while she questioned him about Epstein survivors — an exchange that drew swift defense from journalists and renewed scrutiny of his treatment of the press. Website: https://www.urban1podcasts.com/rickey-smiley-morning-show See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The RSMS team breaks down President Trump’s latest Oval Office controversy after he publicly scolded CNN reporter Kaitlan Collins for “not smiling” while she questioned him about Epstein survivors — an exchange that drew swift defense from journalists and renewed scrutiny of his treatment of the press. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The show also explores the emotional revelations of Reshona Landfair — formerly the Jane Doe at the center of R. Kelly’s infamous underage tape — who has stepped into the public eye to reclaim her identity and recount decades of silence, manipulation, and trauma as detailed in her new memoir Who’s Watching Shorty?. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The FBI intensifies its search for Savannah Guthrie’s missing mother, Nancy Guthrie, who authorities believe was abducted from her Arizona home. Investigators report forced entry, hundreds of active leads, and an urgent need to locate her due to life‑sustaining medication requirements. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Kicking off with escalating national tensions, today’s Rickey Smiley Morning Show highlights the major shift in federal enforcement as ICE and DHS agents in Minneapolis move to immediate body‑camera requirements after public outrage over two fatal shootings in the city. Officials say the mandate will expand nationwide as funding allows, with both bipartisan support and scrutiny shaping the rollout. Meanwhile, daytime TV gets another shake‑up as Sherri Shepherd’s syndicated talk show is officially canceled after four seasons. Producers emphasize that the decision reflects the changing daytime landscape—not a decline in the show’s performance—and say they are already exploring digital‑platform opportunities for its future. Civil rights attorney Ben Crump joins the RSMS crew, bringing insight shaped by decades of landmark advocacy. Recently named the Top Black Newsmaker of the 21st Century due to his impact on major civil rights cases—from George Floyd to Breonna Taylor—Crump continues expanding his reach through justice‑oriented initiatives and national conversations about constitutional rights and government overreach. The show closes on a deeply urgent note as the FBI intensifies its search for Savannah Guthrie’s missing mother, Nancy Guthrie, who authorities believe was abducted from her Arizona home. Investigators report forced entry, hundreds of active leads, and an urgent need to locate her due to life‑sustaining medication requirements. Website: https://www.urban1podcasts.com/rickey-smiley-morning-show See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Civil rights attorney Ben Crump joins the RSMS crew, bringing insight shaped by decades of landmark advocacy. Recently named the Top Black Newsmaker of the 21st Century due to his impact on major civil rights cases—from George Floyd to Breonna Taylor—Crump continues expanding his reach through justice‑oriented initiatives and national conversations about constitutional rights and government overreach. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Daytime TV gets another shake‑up as Sherri Shepherd’s syndicated talk show is officially canceled after four seasons. Producers emphasize that the decision reflects the changing daytime landscape—not a decline in the show’s performance—and say they are already exploring digital‑platform opportunities for its future. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Rickey Smiley Morning Show highlights the major shift in federal enforcement as ICE and DHS agents in Minneapolis move to immediate body‑camera requirements after public outrage over two fatal shootings in the city. Officials say the mandate will expand nationwide as funding allows, with both bipartisan support and scrutiny shaping the rollout. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The episode opens with a heavy national headline as former Illinois deputy Sean Grayson is sentenced to 20 years in prison for the fatal shooting of Sonya Massey, a 36‑year‑old woman who called 911 for help before being killed in her own home. The case, which sparked widespread outrage and calls for police reform, concluded with Massey’s family expressing mixed relief and grief as they received the maximum penalty allowed under law. The show then shifts to star sprinter Sha’Carri Richardson, who was arrested in Florida after authorities clocked her at 104 mph while allegedly tailgating and weaving through lanes; she was charged under the state’s “super speeder” law and released on a $500 bond. The arrest adds to her recent string of off‑track controversies but also highlights her continued visibility following her celebrated Olympic performances. In entertainment news, longtime reality TV fixture Basketball Wives is officially coming to an end after 12 seasons. Series creator Shaunie Henderson announced the decision as a moment of “growth,” reflecting on how the show became a cultural staple that amplified the voices and lives of women connected to the NBA while teasing her plans for new media projects ahead. The episode closes with developing news on journalist Don Lemon, who was arrested by federal agents while covering the Grammy Awards in Los Angeles. His arrest stems from his on‑scene reporting at a Minnesota church protest that challenged immigration enforcement. Lemon’s attorney calls the charges an attack on press freedom, especially after an earlier attempt to prosecute him was rejected by a judge. Website: https://www.urban1podcasts.com/rickey-smiley-morning-show See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Longtime reality TV fixture Basketball Wives is officially coming to an end after 12 seasons. Series creator Shaunie Henderson announced the decision as a moment of “growth,” reflecting on how the show became a cultural staple that amplified the voices and lives of women connected to the NBA while teasing her plans for new media projects ahead. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Journalist Don Lemon was arrested by federal agents while covering the Grammy Awards in Los Angeles. His arrest stems from his on‑scene reporting at a Minnesota church protest that challenged immigration enforcement. Lemon’s attorney calls the charges an attack on press freedom, especially after an earlier attempt to prosecute him was rejected by a judge. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Star sprinter Sha’Carri Richardson was arrested in Florida after authorities clocked her at 104 mph while allegedly tailgating and weaving through lanes; she was charged under the state’s “super speeder” law and released on a $500 bond. The arrest adds to her recent string of off‑track controversies but also highlights her continued visibility following her celebrated Olympic performances. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Former Illinois deputy Sean Grayson is sentenced to 20 years in prison for the fatal shooting of Sonya Massey, a 36‑year‑old woman who called 911 for help before being killed in her own home. The case, which sparked widespread outrage and calls for police reform, concluded with Massey’s family expressing mixed relief and grief as they received the maximum penalty allowed under law. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode, the RSMS crew dives into a headline‑grabbing week in pop culture and politics, beginning with Nicki Minaj’s very public alliance with President Donald Trump. Fresh off her appearance at the Trump Accounts Summit, Minaj declared herself the President’s “No. 1 fan,” solidifying her stance while holding hands with him onstage and praising his “authentic leadership.” Recent reporting confirms she also flashed a Trump Gold Card—an elite immigration‑related status tied to major financial contributions—and pledged up to $300,000 toward Trump Accounts for her fans. The show then turns to Ray J’s alarming health revelations, where he says doctors warned him he may only have months to live due to severe heart failure. According to recent reports, his heart is functioning at just 25%, he’s bedridden on eight medications, and he partially attributes the damage to years of alcohol, drug, and Adderall misuse. Adding lighter energy, Kelly Rowland joins the show to discuss her new film Relationship Goals, a rom‑com blending faith, love, and career challenges, where she stars alongside Method Man—a project already generating early buzz for its chemistry and heartfelt themes. Finally, the team covers politics as Rep. Ilhan Omar fires back at President Trump, who baselessly claimed she staged a recent town‑hall attack in which a man sprayed her with apple cider vinegar. Omar pointed directly to Trump’s “hateful rhetoric,” which she says consistently fuels threats against her—a pattern echoed in multiple news investigations following the incident. Website: https://www.urban1podcasts.com/rickey-smiley-morning-show See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The RSMS crew covers politics as Rep. Ilhan Omar fires back at President Trump, who baselessly claimed she staged a recent town‑hall attack in which a man sprayed her with apple cider vinegar. Omar pointed directly to Trump’s “hateful rhetoric,” which she says consistently fuels threats against her—a pattern echoed in multiple news investigations following the incident. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Kelly Rowland joins the show to discuss her new film Relationship Goals, a rom‑com blending faith, love, and career challenges, where she stars alongside Method Man—a project already generating early buzz for its chemistry and heartfelt themes. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Gary with the Tea turns to Ray J’s alarming health revelations, where he says doctors warned him he may only have months to live due to severe heart failure. According to recent reports, his heart is functioning at just 25%, he’s bedridden on eight medications, and he partially attributes the damage to years of alcohol, drug, and Adderall misuse. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Nicki Minaj made her public alliance with President Donald Trump very clear. Fresh off her appearance at the Trump Accounts Summit, Minaj declared herself the President’s “No. 1 fan,” solidifying her stance while holding hands with him onstage and praising his “authentic leadership.” See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On today’s episode of The Rickey Smiley Morning Show Podcast, the team dives into a series of headline‑making stories shaking up pop culture, sports, and politics. Kanye West resurfaces with a full‑page Wall Street Journal apology addressing years of antisemitic remarks and erratic behavior, attributing his actions to a long‑undiagnosed frontal‑lobe injury and a four‑month manic episode in 2025. Meanwhile, fans are buzzing over Venus Williams’ marriage to actor and former model Andrea Preti, questioning her long‑stated “must have a job” rule after reports reveal little recent professional work from him, despite their love story and lavish multi‑city celebrations. The conversation continues with rapper Chingy finally opening up about how a single photo with media personality Sidney Starr spiraled into a false relationship rumor that derailed his career for years, costing him deals and opportunities despite Starr later admitting she fabricated the claims. And in political headlines, President Donald Trump says he will not attend the upcoming Super Bowl, citing travel distance while simultaneously criticizing performers Bad Bunny and Green Day as a “terrible choice” that “sows hatred,” fueling ongoing cultural tensions around the event. Website: https://www.urban1podcasts.com/rickey-smiley-morning-show See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

President Donald Trump says he will not attend the upcoming Super Bowl, citing travel distance while simultaneously criticizing performers Bad Bunny and Green Day as a “terrible choice” that “sows hatred,” fueling ongoing cultural tensions around the event. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Rapper Chingy is finally opening up about how a single photo with media personality Sidney Starr spiraled into a false relationship rumor that derailed his career for years, costing him deals and opportunities despite Starr later admitting she fabricated the claims. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Fans are buzzing over Venus Williams’ marriage to actor and former model Andrea Preti, questioning her long‑stated “must have a job” rule after reports reveal little recent professional work from him, despite their love story and lavish multi‑city celebrations. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Kanye West resurfaces with a full‑page Wall Street Journal apology addressing years of antisemitic remarks and erratic behavior, attributing his actions to a long‑undiagnosed frontal‑lobe injury and a four‑month manic episode in 2025. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A powerful and deadly winter storm took center stage as it swept across large portions of the U.S., leaving multiple states grappling with frigid temperatures, hazardous travel, widespread power outages, and tragic loss of life. Updated reports show at least 13 deaths linked to the storm, with significant snowfall blanketing regions from the Midwest to the Northeast, including over a foot in cities like New York and Boston. Millions have faced dangerous wind chills and more than 750,000 power outages as communities brace for prolonged recovery. Emergency responders continue urging caution as the storm’s effects linger, underscoring warnings that extreme cold remains a leading cause of weather‑related fatalities across the U.S. Meanwhile, Tracy Morgan became the focus of intense online conversation after a viral video captured him confronting a man who asked him for money—someone Morgan claimed bullied him in their youth. The exchange sparked widespread debate over compassion, boundaries, and celebrity responsibility, with Morgan asserting he “doesn’t owe” the individual anything. In entertainment news, Anthony Anderson confirmed his relationship with longtime friend Rocsi Diaz, sharing that the two have been close for 20 years and are now happily exploring a romantic chapter together. The episode closed on a solemn note, reflecting on the life and legacy of gospel icon Richard Smallwood, whose music‑filled funeral drew thousands celebrating his profound impact on worship, composition, and global gospel culture. Website: https://www.urban1podcasts.com/rickey-smiley-morning-show See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The episode closed on a solemn note, reflecting on the life and legacy of gospel icon Richard Smallwood, whose music‑filled funeral drew thousands celebrating his profound impact on worship, composition, and global gospel culture. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Anthony Anderson confirmed his relationship with longtime friend Rocsi Diaz, sharing that the two have been close for 20 years and are now happily exploring a romantic chapter together. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Tracy Morgan became the focus of intense online conversation after a viral video captured him confronting a man who asked him for money—someone Morgan claimed bullied him in their youth. The exchange sparked widespread debate over compassion, boundaries, and celebrity responsibility, with Morgan asserting he “doesn’t owe” the individual anything. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.