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Bishop William Murphy kicks things off with a powerful Praise Break, but from there the show takes off running. A devastating new report reveals just how many Black families lost income in recent months, while a certain NBA legend makes a career move only a handful of greats have ever pulled off. Brat drops a bombshell about two R&B icons facing off in a Verzus battle happening this month, and rumors about a hip-hop billionaire's new album get shut down fast. A beloved sitcom's reboot just tapped an unexpected voice for its theme song, and a powerhouse HBCU president's $40 million gift will blow your mind. Then Gary With The Tea takes over with stories that'll have you talking: an NFL power couple going viral over their furniture, a Hollywood leading man spotted with a British singer at a theme park, and a wild personal story from Gary that ends with somebody upside down in the bushes. The Good, the Bad, and the What the Hell Wednesday delivers three stories you can't make up — including a fast-food employee who allegedly called in sick and then robbed his own store, and a high school football player who had a venomous surprise hiding in his helmet. Black Thought calls in with absolute chaos at his house involving sheep, monkeys, and an eagle — all at the same time.
A media mogul and her partner re-emerge after seven years out of the public eye, and the story of their four-decade relationship without a wedding ring will surprise you. A reality TV star who was controversially suspended after an on-screen incident might be staging a comeback on the pageant stage where her career began. Plus, a heavyweight rapper and his girlfriend are going viral for their public display of affection — just months after she very publicly curved him. Then Dr. MJ Collier joins for Wellness Wednesday to break down a new executive order reshaping childhood vaccine policy in ways that could affect every family listening — and listener calls range from a jaw-dropping digestive issue to a question about intimacy after a medical procedure that has the whole studio in tears. The show closes with the now-infamous croissant incident — Gary botches a simple breakfast order and refuses to apologize — plus deadly storms tearing through the Midwest, two primary upsets that could make history in two different states, and a move on desegregation orders that has civil rights advocates sounding the alarm. A WNBA superstar lands on the Wheaties box but the crew has thoughts about which cereal Black folks actually eat, a former president adds podcast host and actor to his resume with a hilarious clip that gives somebody a nickname they'll never live down, and after 30 years, one of the most legendary groups in hip-hop history might finally be dropping new music.
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It's all Gary, all the time. This compilation brings together Gary's biggest tea drops of the day, and the celebrities involved will have you clicking fast. A certain media mogul and her longtime partner just re-emerged after seven years out of the public eye, and the details of their four-decade relationship — including why they never married — will surprise you. A Real Housewives star who was controversially suspended from her show might be making a major comeback on the pageant stage where her career began, and the crew has strong opinions about how she was treated. Plus, a heavyweight rapper and his girlfriend are going viral for their very public display of affection on a flight — just months after she very publicly curved him. Gary also weighs in on the NFL couple's furniture debate and a Hollywood actor's new romance, all wrapped up with his signature color of the day and some hilarious personal stories.
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Gary's cheapness reaches legendary status when he botches a simple breakfast order and refuses to apologize — and the crew lets him have it over a croissant vs. toast debate that somehow turns into an emotional moment. Then the news gets serious: deadly storms tear through the Midwest, a four-year-old is killed, and a primary night delivers two major upsets that could make history in two different states. The Trump administration is making a move on desegregation orders in Louisiana that has civil rights advocates alarmed, and other states could be next. In sports, the WNBA's distractions are back in the spotlight, Steph Curry is cementing his legacy, and a WNBA superstar just landed on the Wheaties box — but the crew has thoughts about which cereal Black folks actually eat. Brat closes out the Hot Spot with a former president adding podcast host and actor to his resume — and a clip from his HBO acting debut that involves a very funny boundary about sharing drinks. Plus, one of the most legendary groups in hip-hop history might finally be dropping new music after 30 years, and the healing process behind their reunion is something you'll want to hear.
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Gary With The Tea opens this hour with a media mogul's relationship that's lasted four decades without a wedding ring, and a reality TV star who may be staging a comeback after a controversial exit from her show. Then a hip-hop mogul and his girlfriend are making headlines for their very public PDA — but it's what happened between them months ago that makes this story so interesting. Then it's Wellness Wednesday with Dr. MJ Collier, and this hour gets real. A new executive order from the White House is shaking up childhood vaccine policy in ways that could affect every parent and grandparent listening — and Dr. Collier breaks down exactly what's changing, which vaccines are being reclassified, and why insurance coverage could disappear for some shots. Listeners call in with health questions that range from a shocking digestive issue to a torn-up knee, and one caller asks a question about intimacy after a medical procedure that has the whole studio cracking up. Dr. Collier also shares a supplement tip for liver health that one of his patients swears by.
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The wake-up calls are rolling in from Kansas City to Mississippi, and then Gary With The Tea delivers the stories everybody's talking about. A certain NFL power couple is making headlines over — of all things — their furniture choices, and the crew has plenty to say about it. Then there's a new celebrity couple alert involving a Hollywood leading man and a British singer that has the internet buzzing after they were spotted together at a theme park. Plus, Gary shares a wild personal story about a woman who tried to run into his house that ends with her upside down in the bushes. The Good, the Bad, and the What the Hell Wednesday segment brings three stories you won't believe: a teenage hero who saved a stranger's life, a fast-food employee who made the dumbest alleged robbery attempt we've ever heard, and a high school football player who had a venomous surprise hiding in his helmet for nearly an hour. And Black Thought calls in with absolute chaos at his house — sheep, monkeys, eagles, and the ice cream man all at the same time.
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Bishop William Murphy kicks things off with a powerful Praise Break, then we dive straight into the headlines — and the news is heavy. Conflict overseas is driving up oil prices, and a shocking new report reveals just how many Black men and women lost jobs in recent months, with a staggering $87 billion in lost income. But there's a silver lining: Atlanta is leading the charge in Black business growth. Over in sports, Steph Curry is making a legacy-defining move, and the WNBA's head coach is sounding off on the distractions hijacking the league. Then Brat hits the Hot Spot with a bombshell — Donell Jones just announced a Verzus battle that's going to "break the internet," and it's happening this month. Plus, rumors swirled all weekend about a certain hip-hop billionaire dropping a new album, but Roc Nation had something to say about that. And if you grew up on a certain classic HBCU sitcom, you won't believe who's singing the theme song for the Netflix reboot. Rock T spotlights a powerhouse HBCU president who secured a $40 million gift from one of the world's most famous philanthropists, and we close out with a real talk segment that'll have you questioning your own morals next time a cashier forgets to ring something up.
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In this exclusive sit-down, Boosie Badazz breaks down the blueprint for true independence in the entertainment industry. He shares the eye-opening reality of streaming payouts and why he decided to pull his films from major platforms to launch his own—the Boosie Network.
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(00:00) Why Build Boosie Network
(01:13) Streaming Payout Reality Check
(02:37) From BootsyMovie to Subscriptions
(03:01) Paying Creators Better
(03:32) August 4 Talent Showcase
(04:58) New Shows and Cartoon Plans
(05:45) Marketing and Atlanta Production
(06:10) Owning Gear and Scaling Up
(06:38) Subscription Tiers and VIP Access
(07:23) Final Plug and Where to Listen
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Gary With the Tea discussed rumors that EJ Johnson, son of NBA legend Magic Johnson, could be headed to The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills as a friend of the cast or potentially in a history-making role within the franchise.
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Comedy legend Bill Bellamy joined the show to reflect on his decades-long career, memorable interviews with icons like Michael Jackson and Tupac, and his upcoming recognition with the 2026 Icon Award at Chicago’s What's Funny Comedy Festival.
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The Rickey Smiley Morning Show covered a mix of entertainment, culture, and headline-making news, starting with reports that Jaafar Jackson is allegedly seeking a larger payday to return as Michael Jackson in a planned sequel to the blockbuster film Michael. Entertainment reports say the movie has surpassed $1 billion globally, becoming one of the most successful music biopics ever and fueling discussions about Jackson's compensation moving forward. The crew also discussed rumors that EJ Johnson, son of NBA legend Magic Johnson, could be headed to The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills as a friend of the cast or potentially in a history-making role within the franchise. Meanwhile, comedy legend Bill Bellamy joined the show to reflect on his decades-long career, memorable interviews with icons like Michael Jackson and Tupac, and his upcoming recognition with the 2026 Icon Award at Chicago’s What's Funny Comedy Festival.
The show also tackled a growing national debate over childhood vaccinations after doctors and medical organizations pushed back against a new federal proposal that would split the MMR vaccine into separate shots and alter the recommended vaccine schedule. Health experts cited in recent reports argue that decades of research continue to support the safety and effectiveness of the current vaccination schedule, while warning that changes could create confusion for families and leave more children vulnerable during a rise in measles cases. Elsewhere, the cast weighed in on the latest developments in the Tupac Shakur murder case as jury selection began for Duane “Keefe D” Davis, shared reactions to a heartwarming viral story involving Michael B. Jordan surprising an 89-year-old fan who proudly displayed his photo alongside her grandchildren, and delivered their signature mix of laughs, celebrity tea, and lively conversation.
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