Rickey Smiley Morning Show Podcast

The Menendez brothers, convicted of murdering their parents in 1989, have been resentenced to 50 years to life, making them eligible for parole after more than 30 years in prison. Their release now depends on the parole board's assessment and the governor's decision. 

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Toni Braxton sparked online debate with her bold outfit at her son's Howard University graduation, featuring a sheer blouse and lace skirt. 

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Actress and singer Halle Bailey secured a temporary restraining order against ex-boyfriend DDG, citing ongoing physical and emotional abuse, including a January incident where he allegedly slammed her face into a steering wheel, chipping her tooth. 

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In a gripping federal trial, singer Cassie Ventura delivered harrowing testimony against Sean "Diddy" Combs, alleging over a decade of abuse, including coercion into drug-fueled "freak-off" encounters, physical assaults, and blackmail with explicit videos. 

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On this episode of The Rickey Smiley Morning Show Podcast, the team covers the shocking prison yard stabbing of Tory Lanez, who was attacked 14 times and rushed to the hospital. Though in pain, he’s now recovering. Meanwhile, Lil Wayne is making headlines after reportedly kicking his girlfriend and her daughter out of his home on Mother’s Day, with allegations that he physically assaulted her.

The show also touches on NBA legend Shaquille O'Neal's emotional confession about feeling lonely and broken during his time with the Boston Celtics, reflecting on the toll his personal life took after his family left. Plus, a bold statement from Rep. Jasmine Crockett sparks political discussion after she claimed the Democratic Party is hesitant to support women or people of color for president following past losses by Hillary Clinton and Kamala Harris.

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Rep. Jasmine Crockett made a bold statement and sparks political discussion after she claimed the Democratic Party is hesitant to support women or people of color for president following past losses by Hillary Clinton and Kamala Harris.

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NBA legend Shaquille O'Neal gets emotional and confesses about feeling lonely and broken during his time with the Boston Celtics, reflecting on the toll his personal life took after his family left.

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Lil Wayne is making headlines after reportedly kicking his girlfriend and her daughter out of his home on Mother’s Day, with allegations that he physically assaulted her.

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The RSMS crew covers the shocking prison yard stabbing of Tory Lanez, who was attacked 14 times and rushed to the hospital. Though in pain, he’s now recovering.

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On this episode of The Rickey Smiley Morning Show Podcast, the crew dives into the start of Sean “Diddy” Combs’ explosive trial, where his legal team admits he may have been violent but denies any involvement in sex trafficking. Meanwhile, R&B artist Al B. Sure teases revelations from his upcoming memoir Do You Believe Me Now, claiming he’s been speaking the truth about Diddy for years and is finally ready to tell it all. 

The conversation takes a surprising turn into Beyoncé’s childhood after Tina Knowles’ new book Matriarch shares that one of Bey’s teachers once suggested she should repeat a grade—a revelation that sparks debate about how early criticism can shape greatness. 

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The crew dives into the start of Sean “Diddy” Combs’ explosive trial, where his legal team admits he may have been violent but denies any involvement in sex trafficking. 

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Money expert Jini Thorton joins the RSMS crew for Money Mondays. Today, Jini talks to parents on how they should not forget about themselves and invest in them.  

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Gary with the Tea spoke about Beyoncé’s childhood after Tina Knowles’ new book Matriarch shares that one of Bey’s teachers once suggested she should repeat a grade. 

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R&B artist Al B. Sure teases revelations from his upcoming memoir Do You Believe Me Now, claiming he’s been speaking the truth about Diddy for years and is finally ready to tell it all. 

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In a historic moment for the Catholic Church, Cardinal Robert Francis Prevost of Chicago has been elected as Pope Leo XIV, becoming the first American pontiff. Pope Leo XIV is expected to continue the reformist legacy of his predecessor, Pope Francis. In his inaugural address, he emphasized unity, peace, and the importance of press freedom, calling for the release of imprisoned journalists and advocating for ethical considerations in the digital age  

Meanwhile, Jay-Z's Roc Nation School of Music at Long Island University is under investigation following reports that students, promised a debt-free education, are facing unexpected financial burdens. The city's consumer protection agency is examining claims that the institution misled students regarding scholarship coverage, leading to significant unanticipated debts. In the entertainment world, Chris Brown celebrated his 36th birthday by achieving a significant milestone: his hit single "Look At Me Now" has been certified diamond by the RIAA, marking over 10 million units sold and solidifying his status in the music industry. 

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Chris Brown celebrated his 36th birthday by achieving a significant milestone: his hit single "Look At Me Now" has been certified diamond by the RIAA, marking over 10 million units sold and solidifying his status in the music industry. 

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Former NBA player Iman Shumpert wants his ex-wife, Teyana Taylor, to be jailed and held in contempt of court for violating their divorce agreement by releasing the terms of the divorce.  

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Jay-Z's Roc Nation School of Music at Long Island University is under investigation following reports that students, promised a debt-free education, are facing unexpected financial burdens. The city's consumer protection agency is examining claims that the institution misled students regarding scholarship coverage, leading to significant unanticipated debts. 

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In a historic moment for the Catholic Church, Cardinal Robert Francis Prevost of Chicago has been elected as Pope Leo XIV, becoming the first American pontiff. Pope Leo XIV is expected to continue the reformist legacy of his predecessor, Pope Francis. In his inaugural address, he emphasized unity, peace, and the importance of press freedom, calling for the release of imprisoned journalists and advocating for ethical considerations in the digital age. 

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On this episode of The Rickey Smiley Morning Show Podcast, legendary singer Smokey Robinson breaks his silence after being accused of sexual assault by four housekeepers in a lawsuit spanning incidents from 2007 to 2024 — claims he says he’s “appalled” by. Meanwhile, Malia Obama is facing plagiarism accusations over her Nike commercial for A’ja Wilson’s new signature shoe, with filmmaker Natalia Jasmine Harris alleging it mirrors a scene from her Sundance-featured short film that Malia attended. 

We also unpack the latest in Diddy’s legal saga: the music mogul has reportedly turned down a five-year plea deal in a looming RICO case, maintaining his innocence. Plus, Lil Wayne unveils a new era for Young Money, introducing a fresh roster while signaling the end of its superstar-heavy days. 

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Lil Wayne unveils a new era for Young Money, introducing a fresh roster while signaling the end of its superstar-heavy days. 

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Gary with the Tea unpacks the latest in Diddy’s legal saga: the music mogul has reportedly turned down a five-year plea deal in a looming RICO case, maintaining his innocence. 

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Malia Obama is facing plagiarism accusations over her Nike commercial for A’ja Wilson’s new signature shoe, with filmmaker Natalia Jasmine Harris alleging it mirrors a scene from her Sundance-featured short film that Malia attended. 

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Legendary singer Smokey Robinson breaks his silence after being accused of sexual assault by four housekeepers in a lawsuit spanning incidents from 2007 to 2024 — claims he says he’s “appalled” by. 

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Travelers are facing increasing chaos in the skies this summer, with two planes clipping wings mid-air over Chicago and a major blackout at Newark Liberty International Airport leading to power outages and air traffic controllers walking off the job. Meanwhile, in celebrity news, rapper The Game has been ordered to sell his $4 million mansion to pay off a sexual assault lawsuit stemming from a 2016 judgment. 

The rumor mill is spinning with talk of Don Lemon and Wendy Williams possibly teaming up for a new show—an unexpected duo that could make waves. And in classic Kanye fashion, Ye stormed out of a Piers Morgan interview after the host misstated his Twitter follower count, citing 32 million instead of the exact 33.3 million. You can't make this stuff up. 

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Rapper The Game has been ordered to sell his $4 million mansion to pay off a sexual assault lawsuit stemming from a 2016 judgment. 

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In classic Kanye fashion, Ye stormed out of a Piers Morgan interview after the host misstated his Twitter follower count, citing 32 million instead of the exact 33.3 million.

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The rumor mill is spinning with talk of Don Lemon and Wendy Williams possibly teaming up for a new show—an unexpected duo that could make waves. 

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Travelers are facing increasing chaos in the skies this summer, with two planes clipping wings mid-air over Chicago and a major blackout at Newark Liberty International Airport leading to power outages and air traffic controllers walking off the job. 

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It is Tuesday on The Rickey Smiley Morning Show Podcast.  On this episode of The Rickey Smiley Morning Show Podcast, emotions run high as the team unpacks the heartbreaking and complex story out of Cincinnati—Rodney Hinton Jr. is accused of fatally striking Deputy Larry Henderson with his car just a day after police shot and killed Hinton's unarmed 18-year-old son. The incident has raised major questions and sparked community tensions. Meanwhile, the Met Gala turned heads with a celebration of Black elegance and craftsmanship, spotlighting "Superfine: Tailoring Black Style" in a night full of bold statements and dapper fashion. 

The show also takes a serious turn discussing Moniece Slaughter’s shocking, hate-filled rant targeting Black people after her truck was broken into—her comments have sparked widespread backlash. Plus, there’s growing concern over frequent delays and cancellations at Newark International Airport, reportedly due to a critical shortage of air traffic controllers. 

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There is growing concern over frequent delays and cancellations at Newark International Airport, reportedly due to a critical shortage of air traffic controllers. 

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The show also takes a serious turn discussing Moniece Slaughter’s shocking, hate-filled rant targeting Black people after her truck was broken into—her comments have sparked widespread backlash. 

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The Met Gala turned heads with a celebration of Black elegance and craftsmanship, spotlighting "Superfine: Tailoring Black Style" in a night full of bold statements and dapper fashion. 

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Emotions run high as the team unpacks the heartbreaking and complex story out of Cincinnati—Rodney Hinton Jr. is accused of fatally striking Deputy Larry Henderson with his car just a day after police shot and killed Hinton's unarmed 18-year-old son. The incident has raised major questions and sparked community tensions. 

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The Rickey Smiley Morning Show dives into the start of jury selection for Diddy’s highly anticipated RICO trial, where he faces an all-white female prosecution team led by James Comey’s daughter. Reality star Shamea Morton joins to talk about her return to Real Housewives of Atlanta, her new music, and how life’s changed since moving into her new home. 

Also making headlines is a disturbing viral incident: a white Minnesota woman, Shiloh Hendrix, called a 5-year-old autistic Black boy the N-word over a toy dispute and has shockingly raised over $400K online. Meanwhile, former NBA star Paul Pierce stirs controversy by claiming marriage is only for the poor and old. All of this and more on The Rickey Smiley Morning Show Podcast.  

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While doing an interview on a podcast, former NBA star Paul Pierce stirs controversy by claiming marriage is only for the poor and old. He said that marriage does not benefit rich men.  

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Making headlines is a disturbing viral incident: a white Minnesota woman, Shiloh Hendrix, called a 5-year-old autistic Black boy the N-word over a toy dispute and has shockingly raised over $400K online. 

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Reality star Shamea Morton joins to talk about her return to Real Housewives of Atlanta, her new music, and how life’s changed since moving into her new home. 

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The start of jury selection for Diddy’s highly anticipated RICO trial, where he faces an all-white female prosecution team led by James Comey’s daughter. 

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Health officials are on high alert after a passenger with measles passed through Chicago’s O’Hare Airport, potentially exposing hundreds to the virus. 

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It is Friday on The Rickey Smiley Morning Show Podcast. A shocking incident in South Carolina leads the headlines as Justin Adams crashes into a preschool on Sullivan’s Island, injuring three adults and two children before fleeing the scene in a hit-and-run. Meanwhile, actress Kerry Washington joins the Rickey Smiley Morning Show to talk about her new action-packed film Shadow Force, the importance of showcasing Black love on screen, and highlights from her legendary career. 

Health officials are on high alert after a passenger with measles passed through Chicago’s O’Hare Airport, potentially exposing hundreds to the virus. The team breaks down what you need to know, plus much more on today’s show. 

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Actress Kerry Washington joins the Rickey Smiley Morning Show to talk about her new action-packed film Shadow Force, the importance of showcasing Black love on screen, and highlights from her legendary career. 

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A shocking incident in South Carolina leads the headlines as Justin Adams crashes into a preschool on Sullivan’s Island, injuring three adults and two children before fleeing the scene in a hit-and-run. 

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A Georgia judge has ordered Jeezy to comply with his divorce order or he would have to be reported to prison. Jeezy is to give the title of his 2022 Range Rover to his former wife, Jeannie Mai.  

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On this episode of The Rickey Smiley Morning Show Podcast, the crew unpacks Fantasia’s emotional decision to finally release her first gospel album, revealing how she had been running from the calling until God made it clear. The conversation then shifts to Beyoncé, who’s facing backlash for performing the national anthem during her Cowboy Carter tour—some fans are questioning the move in light of ongoing racial and political tensions. 

Plus, Vice President Kamala Harris comes out swinging in her first major speech since the election, taking aim at Donald Trump’s economic policies and warning they could lead to another recession. The team weighs in on all the headlines with their signature mix of humor, insight, and real talk. 

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Vice President Kamala Harris comes out swinging in her first major speech since the election, taking aim at Donald Trump’s economic policies and warning they could lead to another recession. 

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The lovely ladies of Xscape joined the Rickey Smiley Morning Show Podcast. They spoke about everything from new music, touring, family and Kandi producing Othello on Broadway with her husband Todd.  

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Beyoncé is facing backlash for performing the national anthem during her Cowboy Carter tour—some fans are questioning the move in light of ongoing racial and political tensions. 

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The RSMS crew unpacks Fantasia’s emotional decision to finally release her first gospel album, revealing how she had been running from the calling until God made it clear. 

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It is Hump Day on The Rickey Smiley Morning Show Podcast. In this episode, the RSMS crew discuss a variety of topics on today’s show. Former Vice President Kamala Harris is set to make a big speech, which is her first one since she lost the presidential election. Harris is expected to harshly criticize Donald Trump’s economic plan, and she plans to hint at a gubernatorial run in California.  

In other celebrity news, Mary J. Blige is being sued by her former friend and longtime stylist Misa Hylton for $5 million. Hylton is suing Blige because of a dispute over rapper Vado, who is signed to Blige’s label. The dispute is that Blige and her company will not release his album if they cut ties with Misa Hylton. April is Autism Awareness Month and on Wellness Wednesday, the RSMS brings more attention to autism. One out of thirty-six children have been diagnosed with autism and Jennifer Lopez and Bree Phillips from the ABA Center in Atlanta to speak about Autism Awareness Month. All of this and more on The Rickey Smiley Morning Show Podcast.  

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Halle Berry and Monica Lewinsky for years have been referenced in many hip-hop songs over the years. Both Berry and Lewinsky have commented on how they feel about being mentioned in some of hip-hop's most famous records.  

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April is Autism Awareness Month and on Wellness Wednesday, the RSMS brings more attention to autism. One out of thirty-six children have been diagnosed with autism and Jennifer Lopez and Bree Phillips from the ABA Center in Atlanta to speak about Autism Awareness Month.

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Mary J. Blige is being sued by her former friend and longtime stylist Misa Hylton for $5 million. Hylton is suing Blige because of a dispute over rapper Vado, who is signed to Blige’s label. The dispute is that Blige and her company will not release his album if they cut ties with Misa Hylton.

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Former Vice President Kamala Harris is set to make a big speech, which is her first one since she lost the presidential election. Harris is expected to harshly criticize Donald Trump’s economic plan, and she plans to hint at a gubernatorial run in California. 

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It’s a powerful Tuesday on The Rickey Smiley Morning Show as Snoop Dogg joins the crew live in studio to talk about his new gospel album Altar Call—his second in the genre and the first released under Death Row Records. The conversation dives into his spiritual journey, the message behind the music, and why this project is close to his heart. 

The show also covers the major announcement that Bishop T.D. Jakes is stepping down from leadership at The Potter’s House, passing the torch to his daughter Sarah Jakes Roberts and her husband. In heavier news, the team reflects on the heartbreaking tragedy in Chatham, Illinois, where four minors lost their lives after an SUV crashed into an after-school camp. It’s a mix of inspiration, transition, and somber headlines you don’t want to miss. 

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The show also covers the major announcement that Bishop T.D. Jakes is stepping down from leadership at The Potter’s House, passing the torch to his daughter Sarah Jakes Roberts and her husband. 

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Snoop Dogg joins the crew live in studio to talk about his new gospel album Altar Call—his second in the genre and the first released under Death Row Records. The conversation dives into his spiritual journey, the message behind the music, and why this project is close to his heart. 

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In heavier news, the team reflects on the heartbreaking tragedy in Chatham, Illinois, where four minors lost their lives after an SUV crashed into an after-school camp. 

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50 Cent shaded Beyoncé and the BeyHive has a problem with him. 50 Cent reposted a TMZ post that showed Beyoncé having a hard time selling out her Cowboy Carter tour. The BeyHive was not happy with 50 Cent and have since attacked him.  

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It is Monday on The Rickey Smiley Morning Show Podcast. During the Hot Spot. Da Brat spoke about the great second week of Ryan Coogler’s “Sinners.” The vampire thriller starring Michael B. Jordan pulled in another $45 million in the box office this weekend. This is after the movie took in $48 million during its first weekend. There has been a lot of speculation about why Shedeur Sanders, son of NFL hall of famer, Deion Sanders, went so low in the NFL draft in the 5th round instead of his projected 1st round. Now that Sanders has been drafted, it was rumored that Deion Sanders and the family need to keep quiet on why he was drafted so low. Also, Kanye West went on his Twitch stream to cause more chaos in his life. West went on to say that he should have had children with Paris Hilton instead of Kim Kardashian. West went on to say that he would have hotels by now if he had children with Paris Hilton. All of this and more on The Rickey Smiley Morning Show Podcast.  

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Kanye West went on his Twitch stream to cause more chaos in his life. West went on to say that he should have had children with Paris Hilton instead of Kim Kardashian. West went on to say that he would have hotels by now if he had children with Paris Hilton. 

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On May 5th, 2025 President Donald Trump said that the student debt loan forgiveness will be over and people who have federal student loan debt must start repaying their loans. For Money Mondays, Jini Thorton joined the show to talk about how to navigate paying back their loans when they thought it would have been forgiven.  

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There has been a lot of speculation about why Shedeur Sanders, son of NFL hall of famer, Deion Sanders, went so low in the NFL draft in the 5th round instead of his projected 1st round. Now that Sanders has been drafted, it was rumored that Deion Sanders and the family need to keep quiet on why he was drafted so low. 

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Da Brat spoke about the great second week of Ryan Coogler’s “Sinners.” The vampire thriller starring Michael B. Jordan pulled in another $45 million in the box office this weekend. This is after the movie took in $48 million during its first weekend. 

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It is Friday on The Rickey Smiley Morning Show Podcast. On today’s episode, Rickey Smiley and the crew have a wild time on today’s show. Hip-hop legend Nas is trying to restore the feeling of the Golden Age of hip-hop. This year, Nas’s and his label Mass Appeal label are releasing albums from Ghostface Killah, Raekwon, an album with himself and DJ Premier, and a posthumous album from Big L. Black women are turning their backs on Shannon Sharpe. The NFL Hall of Famer and media personality has found himself in trouble with a white woman that he used to date. She has accused the ESPN analyst of raping and abusing her. Black women now are upset that he is trying to appeal to black people when the whole time he was dating young white women. Television personality and relationship expert Tanner C. Gilmore joins the RSMS crew. Today, Gilmore is talking about communication and intimacy issues in relationships. All of this and more on The Rickey Smiley Morning Show Podcast.  

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Television personality and relationship expert Tanner C. Gilmore joins the RSMS crew. Today, Gilmore is talking about communication and intimacy issues in relationships. 

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TMZ recently caught up with rapper Quavo and asked him about his transition into acting. When asked does he thinks he is going to be the best rapper turned actor, he said that he was great and going to be the greatest.   

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Black women are turning their backs on Shannon Sharpe. The NFL Hall of Famer and media personality has found himself in trouble with a white woman that he used to date. She has accused the ESPN analyst of raping and abusing her. Black women now are upset that he is trying to appeal to black people when the whole time he was dating young white women. 

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Hip-hop legend Nas is trying to restore the feeling of the Golden Age of hip-hop. This year, Nas’s and his label Mass Appeal label are releasing albums from Ghostface Killah, Raekwon, an album with himself and DJ Premier, and a posthumous album from Big L. 

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It is Thursday on The Rickey Smiley Morning Show Podcast. Kendrick Lamar is leading all artists in nominations at the American Music Awards. Kendrick is leading the pack with ten nominations with SZA and Doechii being nominated as well. The legendary rapper, actor, and filmmaker Ice Cube joins The Rickey Smiley Morning Show podcast. Ice Cube spoke about finally getting the green light to film the last installment of the iconic film series “Friday.” Lastly, Elon Musk is stepping away from DOGE, stating he will work there once or twice a week, Musk will be paying more attention to Tesla as it lost $3 billion this quarter. All of this and more on The Rickey Smiley Morning Show Podcast.  

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Lastly, Elon Musk is stepping away from DOGE, stating he will work there once or twice a week, Musk will be paying more attention to Tesla as it lost $3 billion this quarter. 

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The legendary rapper, actor, and filmmaker Ice Cube joins The Rickey Smiley Morning Show podcast. Ice Cube spoke about finally getting the green light to film the last installment of the iconic film series “Friday.” 

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Tina Knowles is releasing her new memoir, “Matriarch.” Mother Knowles bears it all in this book. She even spoke about going back to her ex-husband, Mathew Knowles, after their divorce was final.  

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Kendrick Lamar is leading all artists in nominations at the American Music Awards. Kendrick is leading the pack with ten nominations with SZA and Doechii being nominated as well. 

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It is Hump Day on The Rickey Smiley Morning Show Podcast. In national news, there is a massive wildfire ragging through Ocean County, NJ. It started on Tuesday at the Greenwood Forest Wildlife Management area. It has already scorched over 8,000 acres of land which is the largest wildfire the area has seen.  

In celebrity news, there have been updates in the Shannon Sharpe sexual assault lawsuit. Sharpe and his legal team have denied all claims from the plaintiff. Sharpe and his legal team say that this is a shakedown from the same lawyer who tried to sue Jay-Z. But text messages and recorded phone calls were leaked that are seemingly from the young lady in question and Shannon Sharpe. Also, Kanye West’s cousin wants to rebut Kanye’s latest confession. A man who has claimed to be Kanye West’s cousin in prison said West is not telling the truth about what happened when they were younger. All of this and more on The Rickey Smiley Morning Show Podcast.  

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Kanye West’s cousin wants to rebut Kanye’s latest confession. A man who has claimed to be Kanye West’s cousin in prison said West is not telling the truth about what happened when they were younger.

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Taraji P. Henson is continuing in her greatness and inspiring the young women coming behind her. Henson has been named as the Spelman College’s Commencement Speaker for the 138th commencement of the illustrious HBCU.  

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There have been updates in the Shannon Sharpe sexual assault lawsuit. Sharpe and his legal team have denied all claims from the plaintiff. Sharpe and his legal team say that this is a shakedown from the same lawyer who tried to sue Jay-Z. But text messages and recorded phone calls were leaked that are seemingly from the young lady in question and Shannon Sharpe. 

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There is a massive wildfire ragging through Ocean County, NJ. It started on Tuesday at the Greenwood Forest Wildlife Management area. It has already scorched over 8,000 acres of land which is the largest wildfire the area has seen. 

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It is Tuesday on The Rickey Smiley Morning Show Podcast. In this episode, the RSMS crew discuss various topics and talk to some great people. In sports news, former NFL tight end and current media personality, Shannon Sharpe is being sued for rape and assault. A former female friend of Sharpe’s has claimed that she was raped and assaulted by him on many occasions. The unnamed woman is being represented by Tony Buzbee, who was under scrutiny for hos mishandling of Jay-Z's sexual assault case.  

In other celebrity news, Kanye West has put himself in the news again. Ye released some tweets, and a new song entitled, “Cousin.” In the tweets and the song, he spoke about finding pornographic magazines with his cousin and then he started performing sexual acts to his cousin from the age of six to fourteen. Also, Tamar Braxton has joined the RSMS crew, so they dubbed this a Tamar Tuesday. Tamar Braxton discusses being a mom while being on tour with October London. Tamar Braxton also talks about her mom, her family and new music. All of this and more funny on The Rickey Smiley Morning Show Podcast.  

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NFL wide receiver and Super Bowl champion, AJ Brown’s car was stolen. Brown sent a message out on social media and urged the person to return his car before he finds it himself.  

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Tamar Braxton has joined the RSMS crew, so they dubbed this a Tamar Tuesday. Tamar Braxton discusses being a mom while being on tour with October London. Tamar Braxton also talks about her mom, her family and new music. 

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Kanye West has put himself in the news again. Ye released some tweets, and a new song entitled, “Cousin.” In the tweets and the song, he spoke about finding pornographic magazines with his cousin and then he started performing sexual acts to his cousin from the age of six to fourteen. 

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Former NFL tight end and current media personality, Shannon Sharpe is being sued for rape and assault. A former female friend of Sharpe’s has claimed that she was raped and assaulted by him on many occasions. The unnamed woman is being represented by Tony Buzbee, who was under scrutiny for hos mishandling of Jay-Z's sexual assault case. 

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It is Monday on The Rickey Smiley Morning Show Podcast. There is some sad news coming out of the Vatican City. They have confirmed that Pope Francis has passed away at eighty-eight years of age. Pope Francis was appointed to the papacy in 2013 and was the first Latin pope. The funeral date has yet to be set. In celebrity news, LeBron James is defending his wife Savannah James on social media. This is after rapper Kevin Gates saying he would not want to be LeBron James because he does not think that Savannah gawks at LeBron like the white women do. LeBron responded by a social media post with him and his wife “not responding to peons.” Also, award winning actor, Sheryl Lee Ralph has received her star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame. Sherly Lee Ralph is celebrating close to fifty years as an entertainer. She spoke about the blessing of people showing up for her when she received her star on the Walk of Fame. All of this and more on The Rickey Smiley Morning Show Podcast.  

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Award winning actor, Sheryl Lee Ralph has received her star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame. Sherly Lee Ralph is celebrating close to fifty years as an entertainer. She spoke about the blessing of people showing up for her when she received her star on the Walk of Fame. 

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LeBron James is defending his wife Savannah James on social media. This is after rapper Kevin Gates saying he would not want to be LeBron James because he does not think that Savannah gawks at LeBron like the white women do. LeBron responded by a social media post with him and his wife “not responding to peons.” 

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Jermaine Dupri was on a podcast, and he was speaking about working with Xscape. Dupri said that it was hard to break them because people thought that the group was unattractive. It made things worse when The Notorious B.I.G. called them ugly in one of his songs.  

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There is some sad news coming out of the Vatican City. They have confirmed that Pope Francis has passed away at eighty-eight years of age. Pope Francis was appointed to the papacy in 2013 and was the first Latin pope. The funeral date has yet to be set.  

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It is Friday on The Rickey Smiley Morning Show Podcast. In this episode, the RSMS crew discuss various topics and talk to guests on today’s show. In sad news, a mass shooting at Florida State University took the lives of two people and injured six others. The suspected shooter is the son of a Florida sheriff and used their police issued firearm to commit the shooting.  

In celebrity news, Lil Wayne said he feels like he was played by the NFL during a recent interview. Lil Wayne said he was all but promised the halftime show at the Super Bowl this year and he stepped out of his comfort zone to be more visible per their request. Lil Wayne jumped through hoops until he was told by an NFL official that they have nothing to do with the selectin and that was Jay Z and Roc Nation. Also, the ex-wife of hip-hop icon DMX, Tashera Simmons, joins the RSMS crew. Simmons speaks about her new memoir, “Dying to Self,” which describes her marriage to the late great rap superstar. All of this and more on The Rickey Smiley Morning Show Podcast.  

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The ex-wife of hip-hop icon DMX, Tashera Simmons, joins the RSMS crew. Simmons speaks about her new memoir, “Dying to Self,” which describes her marriage to the late great rap superstar. 

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Bobby Brown was not done spilling all of his thoughts on Shannon Sharpe’s podcast, Club Shay Shay. Bobby Brown said he did not like the song Britney Spears did when she sampled his song, “My Prerogative.”  

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Lil Wayne said he feels like he was played by the NFL during a recent interview. Lil Wayne said he was all but promised the halftime show at the Super Bowl this year and he stepped out of his comfort zone to be more visible per their request. Lil Wayne jumped through hoops until he was told by an NFL official that they have nothing to do with the selectin and that was Jay Z and Roc Nation.

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In sad news, a mass shooting at Florida State University took the lives of two people and injured six others. The suspected shooter is the son of a Florida sheriff and used their police issued firearm to commit the shooting. 

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It is Thursday on The Rickey Smiley Morning Show Podcast. In this episode, the RSMS crew have an episode full of fun and good vibes. Marvin Sapp is not letting his controversary go away without capitalizing on it. Pastor Marvin Sapp is releasing a new song entitled, “Close the Door.” This is after the distinguished Bishop made news after telling ushers at a church service to close the doors and have the congregation donate $40,000.  

There are people that are online saying that Jeff Bezos’ flight from his company, Blue Origin, to space was not real. Earlier this week, Gayle King, along with Katy Perry and a crew of all women took Bezos’s spaceship to space for eleven seconds and returned to Earth. Now people are saying that it was never a real flight, and they never went into space. Also, rapper Wale has credited fellow rapper and friend J. Cole for getting him out of his writer’s block. He said after talking with J. Cole, and Cole telling him to meditate, he was able to make a song after. All of this and more on The Rickey Smiley Morning Show Podcast.  

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Rapper Wale has credited fellow rapper and friend J. Cole for getting him out of his writer’s block. He said after talking with J. Cole, and Cole telling him to meditate, he was able to make a song after. 

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Men, particularly black men have been taught not to share emotion. It has caused men to struggle with mental health issues. Faith based psychologist, Dr. Alduan Tartt joins the RSMS crew to talk about men’s mental health and what is the definition of masculinity.  

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There are people that are online saying that Jeff Bezos’ flight from his company, Blue Origin, to space was not real. Earlier this week, Gayle King, along with Katy Perry and a crew of all women took Bezos’s spaceship to space for eleven seconds and returned to Earth. Now people are saying that it was never a real flight, and they never went into space. 

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Marvin Sapp is not letting his controversary go away without capitalizing on it. Pastor Marvin Sapp is releasing a new song entitled, “Close the Door.” This is after the distinguished Bishop made news after telling ushers at a church service to close the doors and have the congregation donate $40,000. 

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