Rickey Smiley Morning Show Podcast

This episode of The Rickey Smiley Morning Show Podcast highlights several different stories. The episode opens with the tragic case of Demartravion “Trey” Reed, a 21-year-old Delta State freshman found hanging from a tree on campus. His family, represented by attorney Vanessa Jones and civil rights lawyer Ben Crump, is demanding answers after being misled about where and how he was found. They’ve called for an independent investigation and autopsy amid conflicting information and what they say are discrepancies in law enforcement’s handling of the case. Then, things turn personal: Stefon Diggs faces a paternity suit from model Aileen Lopera (Lord Gisselle), who claims he fathered her daughter born in April 2025; Diggs has requested a DNA test. At the same time, he and Cardi B announced they are expecting their first child together. In brighter news, Pastor Mike Jr. (PMJ), the Grammy-winning gospel artist and pastor of Rock City Church, stopped by to join the Rickey Smiley crew, sharing insight into his ongoing ministry, music, and the spiritual message behind recent songs. Website: https://www.urban1podcasts.com/rickey-smiley-morning-show See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Pastor Mike Jr. the Grammy-winning gospel artist and pastor of Rock City Church, stopped by to join the Rickey Smiley crew, sharing insight into his ongoing ministry, music, and the spiritual message behind recent songs. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Rounding the show out on an R&B high, Brandy surprised fans by adding her vocals to Kehlani’s hit “Folded”, layering in her signature harmonies. She posted a studio clip, speaking about how special it was to collaborate with someone she thinks of like a younger sister. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Stefon Diggs faces a paternity suit from model Aileen Lopera (Lord Gisselle), who claims he fathered her daughter born in April 2025; Diggs has requested a DNA test. At the same time, he and Cardi B announced they are expecting their first child together. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The episode opens with the tragic case of Demartravion “Trey” Reed, a 21-year-old Delta State freshman found hanging from a tree on campus. His family, represented by attorney Vanessa Jones and civil rights lawyer Ben Crump, is demanding answers after being misled about where and how he was found. They’ve called for an independent investigation and autopsy amid conflicting information and what they say are discrepancies in law enforcement’s handling of the case. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Rickey Smiley Morning Show kept it real with a mix of headline-grabbing news, cultural debates, and celebrity surprises that had listeners talking. From late-night TV drama to fashion world milestones, the show covered it all. The crew tackled Jimmy Kimmel’s suspension after backlash tied to comments about conservative firebrand Charlie Kirk, sparking conversation about free speech in comedy. Rumors swirling around Serena Williams’ marriage to Alexis Ohanian also made waves, though the couple has yet to respond publicly. And in a lighter moment, Jaden Smith turned heads with his new role as Creative Director of Christian Louboutin Men, further cementing his status as a bold trendsetter at the intersection of music, fashion, and culture. Website: https://www.urban1podcasts.com/rickey-smiley-morning-show See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Rumors swirling around Serena Williams’ marriage to Alexis Ohanian also made waves, though the couple has yet to respond publicly.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

From late-night TV drama to fashion world milestones, the show covered it all. The crew tackled Jimmy Kimmel’s suspension after backlash tied to comments about conservative firebrand Charlie Kirk, sparking conversation about free speech in comedy.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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The conversation shifted stateside with shockwaves from ESPN, where Molly Qerim abruptly left First Take. Her departure sparked speculation about backstage tensions and what it means for Stephen A. Smith and the show’s future. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

From global headlines to hip-hop milestones, today’s Rickey Smiley Morning Show Podcasts covers it all. The RSMS crew broke down global headlines as the United Nations formally accused Israel of committing acts of genocide in Gaza, escalating international pressure amid ongoing conflict. The conversation shifted stateside with shockwaves from ESPN, where Molly Qerim abruptly left First Take. Her departure sparked speculation about backstage tensions and what it means for Stephen A. Smith and the show’s future. And in a much lighter moment, Cardi B revealed in a heartfelt interview with Robin Roberts that she is expecting her third child, making headlines across entertainment and social media. From world politics to personal milestones, today’s show balanced serious debate with uplifting and unfiltered culture talk. Website: https://www.urban1podcasts.com/rickey-smiley-morning-show See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Cardi B revealed in a heartfelt interview with Robin Roberts that she is expecting her third child, making headlines across entertainment and social media. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The entertainment side hit just as hard—actor Clifton Powell doubled down on his past criticisms of Spike Lee’s business practices, claiming that Black creatives are often undercut by industry insiders. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The RSMS crew broke down global headlines as the United Nations formally accused Israel of committing acts of genocide in Gaza, escalating international pressure amid ongoing conflict. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Rickey Smiley Morning Show began with a heartbreaking story out of Mississippi, where 21-year-old Delta State University student Laderius “LD” Green was found hanging from a tree on campus. Authorities are investigating the case as a possible suicide, but the disturbing circumstances have sparked calls for transparency and answers from the community. Later in the show, Nick Cannon reflected on his personal growth, admitting he needed time to heal from his divorce with Mariah Carey before taking on the responsibilities of fatherhood for his now 12 children. Closing out the hour, rapper Jeezy thrilled fans by announcing an Atlanta and Las Vegas residency for October and December, promising an intimate experience blending his classics with storytelling about his journey. Website: https://www.urban1podcasts.com/rickey-smiley-morning-show See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Rapper Jeezy thrilled fans by announcing an Atlanta and Las Vegas residency for October and December, promising an intimate experience blending his classics with storytelling about his journey. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Nick Cannon reflected on his personal growth, admitting he needed time to heal from his divorce with Mariah Carey before taking on the responsibilities of fatherhood for his now 12 children. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The RSMS crew turned their attention to Saweetie, who opened up about facing “pretty punishment” — the stereotype that attractive women are less likely to be taken seriously, particularly in the music industry. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A heartbreaking story out of Mississippi, where 21-year-old Delta State University student Laderius “LD” Green was found hanging from a tree on campus. Authorities are investigating the case as a possible suicide, but the disturbing circumstances have sparked calls for transparency and answers from the community. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Rickey Smiley Morning Show Podcast dives into a packed lineup of topics. Starting with 50 Cent announcing that he’s turning the 2002 cult-classic film Paid in Full into a TV series, promising a fresh spin on Harlem’s street hustler saga. 50 Cent has also tapped rapper Cam’ron to be an executive producer on the show, who starred in the original film and is from Harlem. Later, civil rights attorney Ben Crump joins the show to discuss his latest legal battles and advocacy work, continuing his role as a leading voice for justice in high-profile cases. The crew closes the show by unpacking President Donald Trump’s announcement that he intends to send the National Guard to Memphis, a move sparking debate about federal authority and local community safety. Website: https://www.urban1podcasts.com/rickey-smiley-morning-show See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

President Donald Trump’s announcement that he intends to send the National Guard to Memphis, a move sparking debate about federal authority and local community safety. Trump has done this in the Nation’s capital and is said to be welcomed by the mayor of Memphis. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Civil rights attorney Ben Crump joins the show to discuss his latest legal battles and advocacy work, continuing his role as a leading voice for justice in high-profile cases. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jermaine Dupri makes it clear he’s exhausted with constantly being asked about his past relationship with Janet Jackson, stressing that his career and contributions to music go far beyond that chapter. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

50 Cent announced that he’s turning the 2002 cult-classic film Paid in Full into a TV series, promising a fresh spin on Harlem’s street hustler saga. 50 Cent has also tapped rapper Cam'ron to be an executive producer on the show, who starred in the original film and is from Harlem. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On today’s episode of The Rickey Smiley Morning Show Podcast, the crew tackled breaking news, Hollywood rumors, real-talk about intimacy, and major updates in the Charlie Kirk shooting case. The RSMS crew digs into a string of terroristic threats that forced lockdowns and class cancellations at multiple historically Black colleges and universities (HBCUs) across the U.S. Institutions such as Alabama State, Hampton, Virginia State, Southern, Bethune-Cookman, Spelman, Clark Atlanta, and Morehouse were affected. Although no credible threat has been confirmed, the timing—shortly after Charlie Kirk’s shooting—has many students and administrators on edge, with heightened security in place. Rickey and the crew sat down with a sex and intimacy therapist, who broke down how open communication, honesty, and vulnerability can deepen relationships and help couples keep the spark alive. And during the last hour, the crew revealed that a suspect in the fatal shooting of conservative activist Charlie Kirk is now in custody. The suspect has been identified as 22-year-old Tyler Robinson of Utah, arrested after a tip from someone close to him, according to Utah law enforcement. Authorities say Robinson acted alone, and there are indications in messages and bullet engravings that the shooting was politically motivated. Website: https://www.urban1podcasts.com/rickey-smiley-morning-show See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

During the last hour, the crew revealed that a suspect in the fatal shooting of conservative activist Charlie Kirk is now in custody. The suspect has been identified as 22-year-old Tyler Robinson of Utah, arrested after a tip from someone close to him, according to Utah law enforcement. Authorities say Robinson acted alone, and there are indications in messages and bullet engravings that the shooting was politically motivated. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Rickey and the crew sat down with a sex and intimacy therapist, who broke down how open communication, honesty, and vulnerability can deepen relationships and help couples keep the spark alive. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Rumors resurfacing that Will Smith and Jada Pinkett Smith might have rekindled their relationship, plus Rickey Smiley and the crew opening up about sex and intimacy in relationships—offering some balance to the heaviness of the news. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The RSMS crew digs into a string of terroristic threats that forced lockdowns and class cancellations at multiple historically Black colleges and universities (HBCUs) across the U.S. Institutions such as Alabama State, Hampton, Virginia State, Southern, Bethune-Cookman, Spelman, Clark Atlanta, and Morehouse were affected. Although no credible threat has been confirmed, the timing—shortly after Charlie Kirk’s shooting—has many students and administrators on edge, with heightened security in place. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Rickey Smiley Morning Show dives into a heavy mix of news and entertainment, starting with the shocking death of right-wing activist Charlie Kirk, who was shot and killed during a speaking event in Utah, sparking national reactions from leaders across the political spectrum. On the lighter side, Hollywood chatter heats up as rumors swirl about Drake and Kim Kardashian spending time together in Lake Como, with fans speculating about whether the two megastars are more than just friends. Wrapping things up on a nostalgic note, actresses Jill Marie Jones and Golden Brooks celebrate the 25th anniversary of the hit sitcom Girlfriends, reflecting on its cultural impact and the lasting sisterhood it created on and off screen. Website: https://www.urban1podcasts.com/rickey-smiley-morning-show See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Actresses Jill Marie Jones and Golden Brooks celebrate the 25th anniversary of the hit sitcom Girlfriends, reflecting on its cultural impact and the lasting sisterhood it created on and off screen. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The show also shines a spotlight on Olympic legend Simone Biles, who recently gave fans a glimpse into her life off the mat and what it means to be married to Chicago Bears safety Jonathan Owens. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hollywood chatter heats up as rumors swirl about Drake and Kim Kardashian spending time together in Lake Como, with fans speculating about whether the two megastars are more than just friends. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The RSMS crew start the show off with the shocking death of right-wing activist Charlie Kirk, who was shot and killed during a speaking event in Utah, sparking national reactions from leaders across the political spectrum. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this episode of The Rickey Smiley Morning Show Podcast, the crew dives into Hollywood shake-ups, political controversy, and jaw-dropping celebrity revelations that have everyone talking. In today's show, Marlon Wayans firmly shut down fan hopes for a White Chicks 2 during a livestream event with Kai Cenat—citing the exhaustion of long makeup hours during the original shoot and instead hinting, with playful deflection, at Scary Movie 6 as a current focus. Actor Derek Dixon broke his silence in an exclusive ABC News Live interview—the first since filing a $260 million lawsuit against Tyler Perry. Dixon described his decision to speak out as a deeply emotional but necessary step, recounting traumatic experiences and failed career prospects following his alleged rejection of unwanted advances. The hosts unpacked the explosive revelation surrounding the Jeffrey Epstein birthday book, which includes a sexually suggestive sketch and a note purportedly signed by Donald Trump. The House Oversight Committee has released the note, prompting widespread scrutiny. Trump and his team have flat-out denied its authenticity, calling the language out of character and the document part of a partisan smear campaign. Website: https://www.urban1podcasts.com/rickey-smiley-morning-show See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The hosts unpacked the explosive revelation surrounding the Jeffrey Epstein birthday book, which includes a sexually suggestive sketch and a note purportedly signed by Donald Trump. The House Oversight Committee has released the note, prompting widespread scrutiny. Trump and his team have flat-out denied its authenticity, calling the language out of character and the document part of a partisan smear campaign. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Actor Derek Dixon broke his silence in an exclusive ABC News Live interview—the first since filing a $260 million lawsuit against Tyler Perry. Dixon described his decision to speak out as a deeply emotional but necessary step, recounting traumatic experiences and failed career prospects following his alleged rejection of unwanted advances. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Marlon Wayans firmly shut down fan hopes for a White Chicks 2 during a livestream event with Kai Cenat—citing the exhaustion of long makeup hours during the original shoot and instead hinting, with playful deflection, at Scary Movie 6 as a current focus. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Rickey Smiley Morning Show kicked off with shocking political news: a resurfaced birthday note and ties between Donald Trump and Jeffrey Epstein, which Democrats are now pressing Congress to investigate. Later, fans lit up social media after Summer Walker arrived at the VMAs with a new 70-year-old investor boyfriend, sparking debates over her dating choices and whether she’s finally seeking stability after a string of public breakups. The tone shifted in the final hour with a heartbreaking story out of Chicago: 31-year-old Ramecka Meeks was shot and killed outside her child’s elementary school in front of other students after an altercation with her ex’s new girlfriend. The crew reacted with shock and sadness, highlighting how cycles of domestic disputes can spiral into tragedy. From messy celebrity drama to sobering real-world headlines, this episode balanced laughs, candid takes, and heavy truths in classic Rickey Smiley fashion. Website: https://www.urban1podcasts.com/rickey-smiley-morning-show See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A heartbreaking story out of Chicago: 31-year-old Ramecka Meeks was shot and killed outside her child’s elementary school in front of other students after an altercation with her ex’s new girlfriend. The crew reacted with shock and sadness, highlighting how cycles of domestic disputes can spiral into tragedy. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Erykah Badu had some fun on Drink Champs when asked to choose between lyrical giants Black Thought and her former partner, André 3000—ultimately siding with her child’s father, though she stressed it was no shade to Black Thought. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.