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It is Tuesday on The Rickey Smiley Morning Show Podcast. We have some sad news to get into today first. A Tornado swept across Mississippi due to a heatwave across the Southern part of the US. This has left one person dead and at least two dozen people injured. Over 400,000 people in southern states have lost power due to the weather. In sports news, Chris Paul is being traded to the Washington Wizards for three time all-star Bradley Beal. John Amos is claiming that his daughter Shannon Amos is saying that his daughter is taking advantage of him. Over the weekend, the daughter of Russell Simmons, Aoki Simmons and his ex-wife Kimora Lee Simmons blasted Russell Simmons for years of verbal abuse. She claims that he is no longer the father that she grew up with. Aoki claimed that Simmons has been trying to keep her out of the fashion industry. Since we have just celebrated Juneteenth, The RSMS Crew spoke about reparations and if the US still owes us for the damages of slavery. AND MUCH MORE!!!
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It is Friday on The Rickey Smiley Morning Show Podcast. Several government agencies have been hacked. The hackers gained access through a software program called Move-It Software. The US Energy Department, one of the agencies hacked, has notified Congress about the breach. Bill Cosby is being sued by nine more women in the state of Nevada. One of the women included former supermodel Janice Dickinson. With Juneteenth this Monday, The RSMS Crew wanted to let people know that this is not just a long weekend. This is a time to celebrate the freedom of African Americans. Keep in mind the history of the ancestors while celebrating this weekend. John Amos said that it was his daughter that was the one that is abusing him and that she only posted the GoFundMe to get money. There was a rumor, that was put out by the daughter of John Amos, that the actor was being abused and needed money. Since it is Father’s Day weekend, Gary did the Beer today, not the Tea. The RSMS crew spoke about dads today and the best advice that they ever gave you. Doug E Fresh and Charlie Mack joined The RSMS Crew today. They spoke about their careers in Hip-Hop as we are celebrating the 50th anniversary of Hip-Hop. AND MUCH MORE FUNNY!!
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It is the day before Friday, or Thursday on The Rickey Smiley Morning Show Podcast. If you are a sports fan, you heard about Michael Jordan’s “flu game.” Michael Jordan’s “flu game” sneakers of game five in the 1997 NBA Finals just sold for $1.38 Million in auction. The “Home Depot Girl” or Ariana Josephine life has been a mess since her viral pic of herself. People have doxed her and now she has to change schools and jobs. Boosie has been arrested on federal charges. This was after Boosie had to report to court in San Diego, CA for a gun charge. The gun charge was dropped but he was arrested after leaving court. The charges have not been made public. The President of Miles College, Dr. Bobbie Knight joined The RSMS Crew. Dr. Knight talked about the need to give back to our HBCUs. How HBCUs are a safe haven for students that may not be able to adjust to the larger schools. Dr. Knight also spoke about what makes Miles College special. AND MUCH MORE FUNNY!!!
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It is Hump Day on The Rickey Smiley Morning Show Podcast. There is some sad news coming out of Denver. Ten people have been injured, including the shooter, after the Denver Nuggets won the NBA Championship Monday night. Thousands of fans were celebrating the first Denver NBA championship when shots were fired. Five people remain in the hospital. Shannon Sharpe said goodbye to the fans and the people he worked with on The Undisputed, as yesterday was his last day on the show. It turned out to be quite emotional. Anita Baker has dropped Babyface from her Songtress Tour. She stated that she has experienced cyber bullying and for her mental health and safety, she decided to have him off of the tour. Joseline Hernandez was arrested recently after a fight in Las Vegas. When she was arrested, her race was listed as white. Which is ironic because she got into a fight with Amber Rose for identifying as white. It is Wellness Wednesday and Dr. MJ Collier is on with The RSMS Crew to talk about taking care of black men during Men’s Health Month. The one thing Dr. Collier said that if you do not have a primary care physician, you need to get one. Bakari Sellers joined The RSMS Crew to talk about what Donald Trump is accused of and what could happen to him. AND MUCH MORE FUNNY!!!
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It is Tuesday on The Rickey Smiley Morning Show Podcast. For the first time in forty-seven years, the Denver Nuggets won the NBA Championship. The Nuggets beat the Miami Heat 94 - 89 in five games. Studies show that a little bit of alcohol can help with heart disease. It leads to long term reduction in stress signaling in the brain. Doctors also say that you should not ignore the other medical issues alcohol can cause. Anita Baker and Babyface’s fans were going back and forth on Twitter talking about their current tour. Baker is telling fans that it is not her fault that Babyface’s time on stage has gotten cut short, it is the venue and it is written in their contract that he is a special guest. Today, Rickey shared a message about self-awareness. He talked about people losing the art of being kind, respectful and courteous to others. The RSMS Crew discussed HBCUs and what we need to do to make them better. They are talking about this because last week six students from FAMU met with a federal judge to seek to sue the state of Florida for $1.3 Billion because the school is underfunded compared to other schools in the state. Jeff Johnson joined The RSMS crew to talk about Three Things We Need to Know about Father’s Day and Donald Trump being indicted. Tyler Perry is rumored to be in talks to close a deal that would make him the owner of BET and VH1. AND MUCH MORE FUNNY!!!
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It is Monday on The Rickey Smiley Morning Show Podcast. After a tanker truck caught fire underneath a highway on I-95 in Philadelphia. This left a part of I-95 to collapse in Philadelphia and it could take months to repair. R. Kelly told a former cellmate that Jay Z once tried to kill him during the Best of Both Worlds Tour. Kelly said that people were pointing guns at him and he was pepper sprayed by a close associate of Jay Z. R. Kelly sued Jay Z for breach of contract for $75M. DC Young Fly delivered a touching eulogy to his partner and mother of his children, Ms. Jacky Oh. He said it is tough but he and his kids will be okay. We keep him and his family in our prayers. Rickey shared a really heartfelt message to DC Young Fly and his family. Lil Wayne said that he does not remember the lyrics to his songs. He said if he had to recite his words from any of the Carters, he would not be able to do it. Da Brat said that she does not remember all of her lyrics to her songs either. Jini Thorton joined The RSMS Crew to talk about financial goals for the rest of the year and more. AND MUCH MORE FUNNY!!!
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It is Friday on The Rickey Smiley Morning Show Podcast. Before we get into the weekend, we have to get in the news. Former US President, Donald Trump, has been indicted by a federal grand jury on seven counts related to mishandling classified documents that were at his Mar-a-Largo home. Trump has claimed his innocence and that the Biden Administration is to blame for election interference. Trump is the first US president to be federally indicted. DC Young Fly took to IG to reflect and praise the mother of his children, Ms. Jacky Oh, who suddenly passed away recently. He finally breaks his silence in a heartfelt message. The RSMS Crew sends their love and support to DC Young Fly, the family of Ms. Jacky Oh, as well as their prayers. BET has announced the nominations for the 2023 BET Awards and Drake leads with seven nominations. GloRilla comes in second with six nominations. The 2023 BET Awards will air live on June 25th. On Mind, Body and Business with Maria More, Maria talked about effort and achieving big goals. Some people want to achieve goals but just don’t try hard enough. So Maria gave ways to measure your effort. Kelis and Bill Murray have been reported as the new hot couple in Hollywood. They have been spotted out and about together at several places. It was said that grief is what brought them together because they both lost their spouses. And legendary hip-hop historian, DJ, radio personality Colby Colb Tyner joined The RSMS crew to talk about the history of Hip-Hop as we celebrate the 50th anniversary. He talks about the start of his career in hip-hop radio in Philadelphia. He also spoke about his podcast, BackStory with Colby Colb, which talks about legendary hip-hop artists that he has interviewed in his career. AND MUCH MORE FUNNY!!!
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It is Thursday on the Rickey Smiley Morning Show Podcast and we have some news for you. Mike Pence at his Town Hall meeting last night, has made a line in the sand with his former boss, Donald Trump. He said anyone who puts themself over the Constitution, does not deserve to be president. In other news, Susan Lorincz, was arrested in Florida for killing a black mother, Ajike Owens through her front door in front of one of her children. Lorincz has been charged with manslaughter. Owens leaves behind four children. Wendy Williams’ manager said that Wendy is in a wellness center trying to get better. The manager also said that the claims that her son made that Williams’ team is taking advantage is not true. Zion Williamson is having a baby with former dancer Ahkeema. She has been posting about lavish shopping sprees and saying that she will be a stay at home mom. But adult entertainer Mariah Mills has been exposing Zion Williamson for saying that she is also dating the NBA star. Jeff Johnson joined The RSMS Crew to tell us Three Things We Need to Know. Johnson talked about the arrest of Susan Lorincz and the murder of Ajike Owens. The problem with this issue is that her children are blaming themselves for the act of a hateful person who took their toys and electronic devices. The family of Owens do not believe manslaughter is not enough and hope that the charge goes up to murder two. Please visit justiceforajowens.org to get justice for Owens and support her children. Erykah Badu joined The RSMS Crew. She talked about her new tour, The Unfollow Me Tour. Well they tried to get to talk about the tour but Erykah was getting on Rickey Smiley. AND MUCH MORE FUNNY!!!
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It is Hump Day with The Rickey Smiley Morning Show. Cuba Gooding Jr. has settled a civil rape case from a decade ago. The trial was scheduled to start yesterday but the trial was off the docket. Richard Lawson, the husband of Tina Knowles, is stating that he and his wife are fine. People have been questioning why he was not at Beyoncé’s Renaissance Tour with his wife, Tina. Richard is filming a movie and his marriage is still intact. The RSMS crew said that it is important to have space in a marriage. Nobody needs to be up under you all day. Former Real Housewives of Atlanta cast member, Kim Zolciak-Biermann, is showing off her new single body and she is looking slim. It is speculated that she is taking the diabetes medication, ozempic, to lose weight. Other celebrities have been speculated to use the drug to lose weight. It is Wellness Wednesday, so we have Dr. MJ Collier back on with the RSMS crew. Today, Dr. Collier talked about National Men’s Health Month. He gave three recommendations that all men should do. Just so you know, black doctors take care of black patients better than other doctors. Also, the RSMS crew had the great cookie debate. AND MUCH MORE FUNNY!!!
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It is Tuesday on The Rickey Smiley Morning Show. And we have some news in politics. Dr. Cornel West will be running for US President in 2024. He is running as a third party candidate with the People’s Party. He says that neither candidate is being honest and he feels that it is time for a change. Young Buck has to sell off his music catalog to pay back his creditors and 50 Cent. Young Buck is still signed to G-Unit Records but there has been friction between Young Buck and 50 Cent. Misa Hylton is upset with Diddy after her son, Justin Combs, was arrested for a DUI in LA. She is stating that her son’s behavior is because of the influence of Diddy. Wendy Williams is not doing so well and her son is very worried about her. Her son feels that people are taking advantage of her and that she is in no condition to be working and doing the projects that she’s been doing. Gary With The Tea is very upset that people are not helping her out and her ex-husband is to blame for her downfall. Jasmine Carson, from the LSU Women’s Basketball Championship team, joined the RSMS Crew to talk about her history making performance in the National Championship game. AND MUCH MORE FUNNY!!!
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