Rickey Smiley Morning Show Podcast

It is Money Mondays with Jini Thorton. It is Tax Day, and Jini Thorton has all the tips you need for filing your taxes.  

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The one and only, legendary Ms. Janet Jackson joined the RSMS crew. Jackson is on the show promoting her new tour, Together Again Tour, kicking off June 4th. There will be some surprises this time around from last year’s tour. 

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Gary has the Tea about Russell Simmons rumored new woman in his life. Simmons, 66, is rumored to be dating longtime friend Lisa Raye McCoy, 58. It is said to be his first age-appropriate relationship. 

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During the Hot Spot, Maria More spoke about the passing of the Atlanta legend and founding member of Organized Noize and The Dungeon Family, Rico Wade, at the age of 52 years old. Rico Wade was instrumental in crafting the sound of Atlanta with acts like OutKast, Goodie Mob, Cool Breeze, Killer Mike and so many others. The cause of death is still unknown to the public. 

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It is Friday on The Rickey Smiley Morning Show Podcast. In this episode, the RSMS crew talks about O.J. Simpson succumbed to prostate cancer and dead at the age of 76. Rickey, Maria, and the rest of the crew discuss the life and legacy of Simpson, good, bad, and everything in between. In other celebrity news, Jeezy is seeking primary care of his two-year-old daughter, Monaco. Jeezy says that his schedule is less hectic than his soon-to-be ex-wife Jeannie Mai. According to reports, Mai’s brother and mother is his daughter’s primary caregiver due to her crazy schedule. TMZ caught up with Ray J at LAX and asked him about Diddy. They asked Ray J why none of his celebrity friends are speaking up for Diddy, and Ray J said people just do not know the information. When asked about the infamous Diddy parties, Ray J pleaded the fifth. All of this and more on The Rickey Smiley Morning Show Podcast.  

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On the Front Page, Maria More spoke about the tax season. There was a report that the average American spends over a half of a million dollars in taxes in their lifetime.   

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TMZ caught up with Ray J at LAX and asked him about Diddy. They asked Ray J why none of his celebrity friends are speaking up for Diddy, and Ray J said people just do not know the information. When asked about the infamous Diddy parties, Ray J pleaded the fifth. 

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Jeezy is seeking primary care of his two-year-old daughter, Monaco. Jeezy says that his schedule is less hectic than his soon-to-be ex-wife Jeannie Mai. According to reports, Mai’s brother and mother is his daughter’s primary caregiver due to her crazy schedule. 

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The RSMS crew talks about O.J. Simpson succumbed to prostate cancer and dead at the age of 76. Rickey, Maria, and the rest of the crew discuss the life and legacy of Simpson, good, bad, and everything in between. 

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It is Thursday on The Rickey Smiley Morning Show Podcast. Today, the RSMS crew is live in Greenville, SC at Clemson University for the Men of Color National Summit. This morning there are more than 2000 men joining the RSMS crew at Clemson. For more information about the event go to clemson.edu. In celebrity news, Gary has the Tea about Tamron Hall. On the set of The Tamron Hall Show, there was a grease fire. There was a segment where they were cooking oxtail and the set caught on fire, having to evacuate the studio, and canceling the show for the day. Former NFL wide receiver, Chad Ochocinco was in tears on Night Cap talking about his daughter crossing as an AKA. Chad’s daughter attends Prairie View A&M University in Texas. The former NFL wide receiver did not experience an HBCU (Historically Black College and University) probate while in college but was filled with joy. All of this and more on The Rickey Smiley Morning Show Podcast.  

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While at the Clemson University Men of Color National Summit, the RSMS crew were joined by Dr. Calvin MacKee. Dr. MacKee is an award-winning mentor, author, inventor, and former engineering professor. Listen to his journey.  

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Former NFL wide receiver, Chad Ochocinco was in tears on Night Cap talking about his daughter crossing as an AKA. Chad’s daughter attends Prairie View A&M University in Texas. The former NFL wide receiver did not experience an HBCU (Historically Black College and University) probate while in college but was filled with joy. 

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Gary has the Tea about Tamron Hall. On the set of The Tamron Hall Show, there was a grease fire. There was a segment where they were cooking oxtail and the set caught on fire, having to evacuate the studio and canceling the show for the day. 

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Today, the RSMS crew is live in Greenville, SC at Clemson University for the Men of Color National Summit. This morning there are more than 2000 men joining the RSMS crew at Clemson. For more information about the event go to clemson.edu. 

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It is Hump Day on The Rickey Smiley Morning Show Podcast. In this episode, Da Brat talks about the animated series Good Times during the Hot Spot. The creators of the animated series following the Evans family, contacted Bernnadette Stanis, who played Thelma. Stanis said that the animated series of Good Times missed the mark and is a little coon-ish. Real Housewives of Atlanta alum Porsha Williams and Phadrea Parks have rekindled their relationship. The two had a falling out after things transpired on RHOA. Porsha recently said the two reality stars are friends that do not have to talk all the time and are working on their relationship. Also, it seems like the relationship between Aoki Lee Simmons and Vittorio Assaf is over. The 21-year-old daughter of Kimora Lee and Russell Simmons was dating 65-year-old restauranter Assaf for a brief time, but now the flame has burned out. All of this and more on The Rickey Smiley Morning Show Podcast.  

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Seasoned actor, Billy Dee Williams recently did an interview stating that actors should be able to wear blackface for a role. Williams thinks that they are actors and should have the freedom to act. This angered many black people.  

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It seems like the relationship between Aoki Lee Simmons and Vittorio Assaf is over. The 21-year-old daughter of Kimora Lee and Russell Simmons was dating 65-year-old restauranter Assaf for a brief time, but now the flame has burned out. 

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Real Housewives of Atlanta alum Porsha Williams and Phadrea Parks have rekindled their relationship. The two had a falling out after things transpired on RHOA. Porsha recently said the two reality stars are friends that do not have to talk all the time and are working on their relationship. 

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Da Brat talks about the animated series Good Times during the Hot Spot. The creators of the animated series following the Evans family, contacted Bernnadette Stanis, who played Thelma. Stanis said that the animated series of Good Times missed the mark and is a little coon-ish. 

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It is Tuesday on The Rickey Smiley Morning Show Podcast. In this episode, Da Brat discusses Jonathan Majors avoiding jail time during the Hot Spot. Majors was sentenced to probation and must complete a 52-week battery intervention program for his domestic violence case with his ex-girlfriend. In other celebrity news, Gary with the Tea talks about Tiffany Haddish and her sobriety. Haddish stated in an interview that she is proud of her sobriety and now that she is sober, she says what she wants. The comedic actor said that she thought too much when she was drinking, now that she is sober, she is going to say what she wants. Gary also has the Tea about Keyshia Cole. The R&B songstress is said to be dating Atlanta rapper Hunxho. Keyshia Cole is 42 years old and Hunxho is 24. All of this and more on The Rickey Smiley Morning Show Podcast.  

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During the solar eclipse yesterday, there were some zoo animals that did not like it. A zoo in Dallas, TX reported that the animals in the zoo went crazy during the solar eclipse because it was dark suddenly.  

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Gary also has the Tea about Keyshia Cole. The R&B songstress is said to be dating Atlanta rapper Hunxho. Keyshia Cole is 42 years old and Hunxho is 24. 

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Gary with the Tea talks about Tiffany Haddish and her sobriety. Haddish stated in an interview that she is proud of her sobriety and now that she is sober, she says what she wants. The comedic actor said that she thought too much when she was drinking, now that she is sober, she is going to say what she wants. 

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Da Brat discusses Jonathan Majors avoiding jail time during the Hot Spot. Majors was sentenced to probation and must complete a 52-week battery intervention program for his domestic violence case with his ex-girlfriend.  

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Rickey Smiley and the team start with a powerful message from Bishop Joseph Walker on trusting in God during tough times. We follow up with news of a civil rights icon who passed away, a Billion dollar power ball winner, a recap of the NCAA Women's Finals Championship game, and Gary With The Tea shares his word of the day. 

Next up Gary gives an update who was and wasn't invited to Don Lemon's wedding, Oprah gives relationship advice, and Russel Simmon's daughter was seen on a beach trip with someone much older than her and J Cole made headlines for his apology for a diss track. Did you hear about Jonathan Major's case, we bring more news on celebrity court cases, investigations and more on the Rickey Smiley Morning Show

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DaBratt Brings us up to date on the latest headlines around court cases and investigations revolving around some of the biggest celebrities in the world. On this episode we hear updates around Jonathan Major's case, DIddy negotiating several lawsuits, and more.

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Russel Simmons's daughter who's in her twenties, makes headline after being seen by paparazzi's on the beach with a man 40 years older than her. Also, J Cole is in the news for making a diss track and then apologizing about it. learn more about this and more on the Rickey Smiley Morning Show

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Don Lemon has married his longtime partner, real estate agent Tim Malone, in a New York City wedding. Gary With The Tea gives a list of who wasn't there and asks why this particular list of well known figures weren't at the wedding

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Rickey Smiley and the team start with a powerful message from Bishop Joseph Walker on trusting in God during tough times. Maria More brings us the latest news, including the passing of an influential pastor and civil rights figure. Plus, we discuss the incredible story of a Portland resident who won a $1.326 billion Powerball jackpot. Rock T gives us the scoop on the Women's NCAA championship, and Gary With The Tea shares his word of the week: "Vociferous." Tune in for inspiration, news, and sports highlights!

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It is Friday on The Rickey Smiley Morning Show Podcast. The RSMS crew is still broadcasting live from Disney World in Florida for The Disney Dreamers Academy. In this episode, Da Brat talks about singer and songwriter, Natasha Ramos, claiming she is the one on Jennifer Lopez’s hit single “Jenny from the Block.” Ramos claimed she sang the reference track and said that J Lo’s vocals were turned down extremely low. The Made in America Festival has been cancelled for another year. Made in America is a festival hosted by Jay Z and Roc Nation in Philadelphia, PA. Last year Made in America was cancelled after the lineup was announced. Also, Sexyy Red was supposed to go to a high school in her hometown of St. Louis, MS but was denied entry. According to the school the Pound Town rapper smelled like marijuana. All of this and more on The Rickey Smiley Morning Show Podcast.  

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Renowned anthropologist and educator, Dr. Johnnetta Vest Cole joined the RSMS crew. Dr. Cole is the first African American president of Spelman College.  

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Sexyy Red was supposed to go to a high school in her hometown of St. Louis, MS but was denied entry. According to the school the Pound Town rapper smelled like marijuana. 

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The Made in America Festival has been cancelled for another year. Made in America is a festival hosted by Jay Z and Roc Nation in Philadelphia, PA. Last year Made in America was cancelled after the lineup was announced. 

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Da Brat talks about singer and songwriter, Natasha Ramos, claiming she is the one on Jennifer Lopez’s hit single “Jenny from the Block.” Ramos claimed she sang the reference track and said that J Lo’s vocals were turned down extremely low. 

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It is Thursday on The Rickey Smiley Morning Show Podcast. In this episode, the RSMS crew is broadcasting live from Disney World in Florida for the Disney Dreamers Academy. The crew is highlighting and celebrating black creatives. In celebrity news, Gary with the Tea, drops some tea about Chance the Rapper. Chance the Rapper and his wife of five years have announced their divorce in a joint statement. There is more news about Diddy. There have been reports that Diddy has been uninvited to the Met Gala this year. Also, there was talk about Ciroc replacing Diddy with 50 Cent as the brand ambassador. All of this and more on The Rickey Smiley Morning Show Podcast.  

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Sisqo is the latest celebrity to be unmasked on The Mask Singer.  

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There is more news about Diddy. There have been reports that Diddy has been uninvited to the Met Gala this year. Also, there was talk about Ciroc replacing Diddy with 50 Cent as the brand ambassador. 

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In celebrity news, Gary with the Tea, drops some tea about Chance the Rapper. Chance the Rapper and his wife of five years have announced their divorce in a joint statement. 

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The RSMS crew is broadcasting live from Disney World in Florida for the Disney Dreamers Academy. The crew is highlighting and celebrating black creatives. 

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It is Hump Day on The Rickey Smiley Morning Show Podcast. In this episode, Da Brat talks about a former Donda School employee, Trevor Phillips, who is suing Kanye West for racial discrimination on the Hot Spot. Phillips claims West gave preferential treatment to white employees, he threatened to punch him in the face, and West even said that he wanted to put children in cages. In other celebrity news, Gary has the Tea on Mike Tyson. Tyson, who is 57 years old, has an upcoming fight with YouTuber turned boxer Jake Paul. Mike Tyson said he is nervous about the fight but knows he must face his fears. Tyson goes on to say that he knows that he is invincible. With Beyoncé’s album Cowboy Carter out now, Dolly Parton has come back in the news. Dolly Parton recently shared that she had a friendship with another man, who was not her husband. Parton would take trips with her friend and her husband would be completely fine with it. Dolly Parton said we packed many things, but regret was not one of them. All of this and more on The Rickey Smiley Morning Show Podcast.  

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Beyoncé has sent love and support to other black country musicians. Beyoncé sent flowers and a message to K. Michelle and Mickey Guyton for their efforts in country music.  

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With Beyoncé’s album Cowboy Carter out now, Dolly Parton has come back in the news. Dolly Parton recently shared that she had a friendship with another man, who was not her husband. Parton would take trips with her friend and her husband would be completely fine with it. Dolly Parton said we packed many things, but regret was not one of them. 

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Gary has the Tea on Mike Tyson. Tyson, who is 57 years old, has an upcoming fight with YouTuber turned boxer Jake Paul. Mike Tyson said he is nervous about the fight but knows he must face his fears. Tyson goes on to say that he knows that he is invincible. 

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Da Brat talks about a former Donda School employee, Trevor Phillips, who is suing Kanye West for racial discrimination on the Hot Spot. Phillips claims West gave preferential treatment to white employees, he threatened to punch him in the face, and West even said that he wanted to put children in cages. 

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It is Tuesday on The Rickey Smiley Morning Show Podcast. In this episode, Maria talks about Donald Trump securing the bond in his New York civil case on the Front Page. Donald Trump and his co-defendants secured the $175 Million bond for the New York civil fraud case. In celebrity news, Gary has the tea on Beyoncé, who was honored at the iHeart Awards. Mrs. Carter was honored with the Innovator Award. Stevie Wonder presented Beyoncé with the award. Also, Nick Cannon has added fuel to the flame of the light skin vs. Dark skin debate in the black community. In a recent interview, Cannon expressed that he preferred light-skinned mixed-race women due to his mom. All of this and more on The Rickey Smiley Morning Show Podcast.   

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Pharrell Williams and Chad Hugo are in a legal battle over the trademark of The Neptunes names and brand. Chad Hugo is suing Pharrell Williams for filing for the trademark solely, and they are supposed to divide everything with The Neptunes 50/50.  

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Nick Cannon has added fuel to the flame of the light skin vs. Dark skin debate in the black community. In a recent interview, Cannon expressed that he preferred light-skinned mixed-race women due to his mom.

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Gary has the tea on Beyoncé, who was honored at the iHeart Awards. Mrs. Carter was honored with the Innovator Award. Stevie Wonder presented Beyoncé with the award. 

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Maria talks about Donald Trump securing the bond in his New York civil case on the Front Page. Donald Trump and his co-defendants secured the $175 Million bond for the New York civil fraud case. 

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It is Monday on The Rickey Smiley Morning Show Podcast. In this episode, Gary with the Tea spills it with the news of R&B icon Al B. Sure saying he has a movie about his life. Al. B Sue also said people will find out the real reason he was in a coma. Al B. Sure also speculated that Diddy may have been the cause of his coma. Also, Gary talks about the divorce between Jeezy and Jeannie Mai and things are getting messy. Jeannie Mai wants her divorce with Jeezy to be public while he does not. Mai also wants to have the prenup thrown out as well. Dr. Michael Eric Dyson joined the RSMS crew to talk about diversity, equity, and inclusion. All of this and more on The Rickey Smiley Morning Show Podcast.  

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Dr. Michael Eric Dyson joined the RSMS crew to talk about diversity, equity, and inclusion. Dyson talks about how some have made it into the new N-word.  

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Gary talks about the divorce between Jeezy and Jeannie Mai and things are getting messy. Jeannie Mai wants her divorce with Jeezy to be public while he does not. Mai also wants to have the prenup thrown out as well. 

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Gary with the Tea spills it with the news of R&B icon Al B. Sure saying he has a movie about his life. Al. B Sue also said people will find out the real reason he was in a coma. Al B. Sure also speculated that Diddy may have been the cause of his coma. 

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Over the weekend, Beyoncé broke the Spotify record for most streamed album in a day. This is on the heels of her new album, Cowboy Carter.  

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It is Good Friday on The Rickey Smiley Morning Show Podcast. On this episode, Da Brat talks about Stevie J threatening 50 Cent for the comments he made about Stevie J and Diddy in the Hot Spot. Stevie J is ready to go to blows with the In Da Club rapper. Speaking of Diddy, he has sold his remaining shares of Revolt TV. After all of the sexual assault allegations and Homeland Security raiding his homes, he no longer has any connection with the media company. There has been some controversy over Bun B’s Trill Burger. Some of the original owners of Trill Burger feel that they are being left out. All of this and more on The Rickey Smiley Morning Show Podcast.  

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Kanye West said that he is the one and only GOAT. West said he washed Kendrick Lamar on No More Parties and washed Drake at the Larry Hoover concert.  

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There has been some controversy over Bun B’s Trill Burger. Some of the original owners of Trill Burger feel that they are being left out. 

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Diddy has sold his remaining shares of Revolt TV. After all of the sexual assault allegations and Homeland Security raiding his homes, he no longer has any connection with the media company. 

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Da Brat talks about Stevie J threatening 50 Cent for the comments he made about Stevie J and Diddy in the Hot Spot. Stevie J is ready to go to blows with the In Da Club rapper. 

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It is Thursday on The Rickey Smiley Morning Show Podcast. In this episode, Da Brat talks about Beyoncé releasing the track list for her upcoming album in the Hot Spot today. Beyoncé’s next album, Cowboy Carter, is scheduled to be released March 29th. The R&B icon released the track list for Cowboy Carter, and it is speculated that she will have songs with Dolly Parton and Linda Martell. Linda Martell is the first black woman to perform at the Grand Ole Opry. 50 Cent has been going after Diddy for years on social media, and frankly anywhere anyone could hear it. Now, we may have some inside information about why he has been doing this for years. Court documents have been released and it is said that Daphne Joy was a sex worker of Diddy’s. Joy is the mother of 50 Cent’s youngest son, Sire. Author and Harvard University professor, Archie L. Jones Jr joined the RSMS crew. Jones is on talking about his new book, The Treasure You Seek. All of this and more on The Rickey Smiley Morning Show Podcast.  

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Author and Harvard University professor, Archie L. Jones Jr joined the RSMS crew. Jones is on talking about his new book, The Treasure You Seek.  

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50 Cent has been going after Diddy for years on social media, and frankly anywhere anyone could hear it. Now, we may have some inside information about why he has been doing this for years. Court documents have been released and it is said that Daphne Joy was a sex worker of Diddy’s. Joy is the mother of 50 Cent’s youngest son, Sire.  

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With all the news surrounding Diddy, an old interview of Usher has resurfaced. In a 2016 interview with Howard Stern, Usher spoke about being under the tutelage of Diddy at the age of 13 years old. When asked if he would let his children go to Diddy’s camp now, the R&B singer said hell no.  

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Da Brat talks about Beyoncé releasing the track list for her upcoming album in the Hot Spot today. Beyoncé’s next album, Cowboy Carter, is scheduled to be released March 29th. The R&B icon released the track list for Cowboy Carter, and it is speculated that she will have songs with Dolly Parton and Linda Martell. Linda Martell is the first black woman to perform at the Grand Ole Opry. 

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It is Hump Day on The Rickey Smiley Morning Show Podcast. In this episode, Da Brat gives some updates about Sean “Diddy” Combs on the Hot Spot. Following, Homeland Security raiding Combs’ home due to a sex trafficking investigation, the media mogul has sold his remaining shares on media company Revolt TV. The amount or who purchased Diddy’s remaining shares of Revolt TV has not been disclosed yet. It is said that the media company will still be a black owned media company. It is being said that Kanye West is dressing his ex-wife again. That is right, Kanye West and Kim K are back on good terms, it seems, and he is getting her to look her best again. People say Kim Kardashian dressed the best when she was with Kanye and now, he is helping her look again. There have been more developments about the Francis Scott Key Bridge in Baltimore, MD. Unfortunately, there were six people that are presumed dead that were still on the bridge when it collapsed. The men were construction workers that were working on the bridge at the time. Listen for more updates on The Rickey Smiley Morning Show Podcast. 

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There have been more developments about the Francis Scott Key Bridge in Baltimore, MD. Unfortunately, there were six people that are presumed dead that were still on the bridge when it collapsed. The men were construction workers that were working on the bridge at the time. Listen to more updates on The Rickey Smiley Morning Show Podcast.  

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Larsa Pippen has opened up about the end of her relationship with Marcus Jordan. On a recent podcast interview, Larsa Pippen said that she realized that she did not want to be with Jordan when she was alone. She said she did not feel like she missed him when he was gone.  

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It is being said that Kanye West is dressing his ex-wife again. That is right, Kanye West and Kim K are back on good terms, it seems, and he is getting her to look her best again. People say Kim Kardashian dressed the best when she was with Kanye and now, he is helping her look again. 

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Da Brat gives some updates about Sean “Diddy” Combs on the Hot Spot. Following, Homeland Security raiding Combs’ home due to a sex trafficking investigation, the media mogul has sold his remaining shares on media company Revolt TV. The amount or who purchased Diddy’s remaining shares of Revolt TV has not been disclosed yet. It is said that the media company will still be a black owned media company. 

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It is Tuesday on The Rickey Smiley Morning Show Podcast. In this episode, Maria More gives some terrible news out of Baltimore, MD on the Front Page. Around 1:27 AM this morning, 911 calls came in about a tanker ship striking the Francis Scott Key Bridge in Baltimore. The bridge has collapsed, causing many casualties. The governor of Maryland has issued a state of emergency. In celebrity news, Real Housewives of Potomac star, Candace Dillard Bassett, announced that she is leaving the franchise. The 37-year-old singer is going to focus on other parts of her career moving forward but cherishes her time on the show according to Gary with the Tea. Also, Simon Guobadia has filed a restraining order against his soon to be ex-wife, Porsha Williams. According to reports, Porsha Williams showed up to the mansion they once shared with an armed guard and Guobadia is in fear for his life. All of this and more on The Rickey Smiley Morning Show Podcast.  

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There have been updates about the Francis Scott Key Bridge collapsing in Baltimore, MD. Two people were rescued from the water. Listen for more updates.  

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Simon Guobadia has filed a restraining order against his soon to be ex-wife, Porsha Williams. According to reports, Porsha Williams showed up to the mansion they once shared with an armed guard and Guobadia is in fear for his life.

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In celebrity news, Real Housewives of Potomac star, Candace Dillard Bassett, announced that she is leaving the franchise. The 37-year-old singer is going to focus on other parts of her career moving forward but cherishes her time on the show according to Gary with the Tea. 

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Maria More gives some terrible news out of Baltimore, MD on the Front Page. Around 1:27 AM this morning, 911 calls came in about a tanker ship striking the Francis Scott Key Bridge in Baltimore. The bridge has collapsed, causing many casualties. The governor of Maryland has issued a state of emergency. 

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It is Monday on The Rickey Smiley Morning Show Podcast. In this episode, Da Brat talks about director and producer Ryan Coogler, producing a new movie that he has in production in the Hot Spot. There is a new movie that is a jukebox musical film that features Prince’s music. It has been reported by Gary with the Tea that Kim Kardashian and her boyfriend, NFL player Odell Beckham Jr, have broken up. It is said that Kim K wants more children and OBJ does not. This is after a six-month relationship between the former couple. It looks like Beyoncé’s team has had enough of Erykah Badu and her antics. After Badu went online saying that Beyoncé had stolen her style. Beyoncé’s publicists responded to Badu saying that she should call Tyrone, not Jay Z. They also posted pictures from years ago with Beyoncé wearing the same style she has now with beaded bangs. All of this and more on The Rickey Smiley Morning Show Podcast.  

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It looks like Beyoncé’s team has had enough of Erykah Badu and her antics. After Badu went online saying that Beyoncé had stolen her style. Beyoncé’s publicists responded to Badu saying that she should call Tyrone, not Jay Z. They also posted pictures from years ago with Beyoncé wearing the same style she has now with beaded bangs.

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It has been reported by Gary with the Tea that Kim Kardashian and her boyfriend, NFL player Odell Beckham Jr, have broken up. It is said that Kim K wants more children and OBJ does not. This is after a six-month relationship between the former couple. 

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Da Brat talks about director and producer Ryan Coogler, producing a new movie that he has in production in the Hot Spot. There is a new movie that is a jukebox musical film that features Prince’s music. 

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It is Friday on The Rickey Smiley Morning Show Podcast. In this episode, Da Brat discusses Kanye West looking to buy land overseas in the Hot Spot. West is trying to buy a large amount of land overseas because he is currently blocked from performing at venues according to him. It looks like Princess Love has really moved on from her love of Ray J. Now that the couple have announced their divorce, again, it now appears that Princess Love has really moved on with actor John Boyega according to Gary with the Tea. Also, the legendary Tom Joyner joined the RSMS crew. Tom Joyner surprised the crew and talked about the Fantastic Voyage. All of this and more on The Rickey Smiley Morning Show Podcast.  

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The legendary Tom Joyner joined the RSMS crew. Tom Joyner surprised the crew and talked about the Fantastic Voyage. 

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Houston Rockets player, Jalen Green Jr is really spreading the love around right now. Draya announced that she is going to give birth to Green’s child. Well, Green had a baby with her ex-girlfriend recently and now a bartender in Houston is pregnant by Jalen Green as well.  

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It looks like Princess Love has really moved on from her love of Ray J. Now that the couple have announced their divorce, again, it now appears that Princess Love has really moved on with actor John Boyega according to Gary with the Tea. 

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Da Brat discusses Kanye West looking to buy land overseas in the Hot Spot. West is trying to buy a large amount of land overseas because he is currently blocked from performing at venues according to him. 

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It is Thursday on The Rickey Smiley Morning Show Podcast. On this episode, Da Brat discusses how rapper Meek Mill is giving back to his home city of Philadelphia on the Hot Spot. Meek Mill has promised 10% of his earnings in an effort to stop the violence in the City of Brotherly Love. Meek Mill wants the money to go to community initiatives after the murder of local Philly rapper Phat Geez. In other celebrity news, Erykah Badu has accused Beyoncé for stealing her look on her album cover. Beyoncé released the cover art of her new album, Country Carter, and Erykah Badu thinks that her look is very similar to her look. The On and On singer sent several tweets talking about Beyoncé stealing her style and even addressed Jay Z. Also, it is Women’s History Month, and the RSMS crew are honoring Ms. Cathy Hughes. Ms. Hughes is the Founder and Chairwoman of Urban One and has turned it into the iconic media powerhouse it is today. All of this and more on The Rickey Smiley Morning Show Podcast.  

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Renowned Gospel artist and radio personality, James Fortune joined the RSMS crew. His recent number one Gospel single, Trust in God, is out now.  

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It is Women’s History Month, and the RSMS crew are honoring Ms. Cathy Hughes. Ms. Hughes is the Founder and Chairwoman of Urban One and has turned it into the iconic media powerhouse it is today. 

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Erykah Badu has accused Beyoncé for stealing her look on her album cover. Beyoncé released the cover art of her new album, Country Carter, and Erykah Badu thinks that her look is very similar to her look. The On and On singer sent several tweets talking about Beyoncé stealing her style and even addressed Jay Z. 

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Da Brat discusses how rapper Meek Mill is giving back to his home city of Philadelphia on the Hot Spot. Meek Mill has promised 10% of his earnings in an effort to stop the violence in the City of Brotherly Love. Meek Mill wants the money to go to community initiatives after the murder of local Philly rapper Phat Geez. 

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It is Hump Day on The Rickey Smiley Morning Show Podcast. In this episode, Maria discussed two Mississippi former police officers were sentenced to prison by a federal judge during the Front Page. The police officers, Hunter Elward and Jeffery Middleton, were charged and convicted of torturing black men. They received 20 years and 17.5 years in prison, respectively. It is the 20th anniversary of the last Destiny’s Child album, Destiny Fulfilled. Matthew Knowles, the father of Beyoncé and the manager of Destiny’s Child, wrote a heartfelt message online to commemorate the album and the 20th anniversary. The parents of the late great NBA legend, Kobe Bryant, are selling Bryant’s championship ring. The ring was given to Kobe Bryant’s father by Kobe after winning his first championship. Well, it seems that now, the parents of the NBA legend need to sell a piece of basketball history. All of this and more on The Rickey Smiley Morning Show Podcast.  

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The FBI in Houston have arrested three bank robbery suspects. Their ages are 11, 12, and 16. Because of their age, their names have not been released. There is footage of the young individuals brandishing firearms robbing Wells Fargo.  

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The parents of the late great NBA legend, Kobe Bryant, are selling Bryant’s championship ring. The ring was given to Kobe Bryant’s father by Kobe after winning his first championship. Well, it seems that now, the parents of the NBA legend need to sell a piece of basketball history.

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 It is the 20th anniversary of the last Destiny’s Child album, Destiny Fulfilled. Matthew Knowles, the father of Beyoncé and the manager of Destiny’s Child, wrote a heartfelt message online to commemorate the album and the 20th anniversary.

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Maria discussed two Mississippi former police officers were sentenced to prison by a federal judge during the Front Page. The police officers, Hunter Elward and Jeffery Middleton, were charged and convicted of torturing black men. They received 20 years and 17.5 years in prison, respectively. 

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It is Tuesday on The Rickey Smiley Morning Show Podcast. In this episode, Da Brat talks about Oprah Winfrey in the Hot Spot. Oprah defended her Ozempic usage and her weight loss journey. Since taking the drug, Winfrey has lost 40 lbs. and explains it in a special titled, An Oprah Special: Shame, Blame and the Weight Lost Revolution. Boxing legend, Sugar Ray Leonard, recently did an interview on Lamar Odom’s new podcast and revealed a traumatic story from his past. Leornard admitted that as a young boy, he was sexually abused by his boxing trainer and caused him pain over the years. It is being said that Jennifer Hudson is not sure about Common’s commitment to her. The singer and talk show host has been engaged before but did not marry. It is believed that Hudson is weary of Common’s playboy ways. All of this and more on The Rickey Smiley Morning Show Podcast.  

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Former President Donald Trump cannot find an insurance company to overwrite his $450 Million judgement he owes New York state. If he cannot come up with the funds in time, New York state can take some of his most prized properties.  

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It is being said that Jennifer Hudson is not sure about Common’s commitment to her. The singer and talk show host has been engaged before but did not marry. It is believed that Hudson is weary of Common’s playboy ways. 

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Boxing legend, Sugar Ray Leonard, recently did an interview on Lamar Odom’s new podcast and revealed a traumatic story from his past. Leornard admitted that as a young boy, he was sexually abused by his boxing trainer and caused him pain over the years.

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Da Brat talks about Oprah Winfrey in the Hot Spot. Oprah defended her Ozempic usage and her weight loss journey. Since taking the drug, Winfrey has lost 40 lbs. and explains it in a special titled, An Oprah Special: Shame, Blame and the Weight Lost Revolution. 

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