The Rickey Smiley Morning Show dives into a packed mix of politics, music-industry tension, and raw family revelations, opening with Congresswoman Jasmine Crockett’s official announcement that she’s running for U.S. Senate. The team breaks down the energy around her Dallas rally and what her entry could mean in a heated election climate as she positions herself as a fighter on cost-of-living, healthcare, and holding Trump accountable. From there, the show shifts into entertainment chatter as Gary With Da Tea stirs the pot over a quiet but growing tension between Beyoncé and Brandy, fueled by whispers that Bey attended multiple Brandy/Monica tour stops but noticeably avoided Brandy backstage — a rumor the cast debates fiercely, especially as fans speculate about long-standing industry politics, sibling commentary, and behind-the-scenes misunderstandings. 

Later, the crew reacts to Shannon Sharpe’s emotional therapy-session confession about his lifelong difficulty with relationships and lingering wounds from parental abandonment — a conversation that leads into a reflection on how unresolved childhood pain can echo into adulthood. And closing the show on an especially heavy note, the cast discusses the resurfaced clip of Brian McKnight Jr. describing how his dying brother begged their father simply to say “I love you,” only to be denied, a moment that stunned social media and reopened public criticism about the elder McKnight’s treatment of his older children. 

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The cast discusses the resurfaced clip of Brian McKnight Jr. describing how his dying brother begged their father simply to say “I love you,” only to be denied, a moment that stunned social media and reopened public criticism about the elder McKnight’s treatment of his older children. 

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The show opens with a nationwide chill as the U.S. braces for record-breaking freezing temperatures thanks to a powerful arctic blast sweeping across much of the country. Forecasters warn that more than 200 million Americans will be plunged into sub-freezing conditions, with many regions expecting historically cold highs and lows this week. Against that backdrop, celebrity gossip heats up: recent headlines claim actress Zoë Kravitz left a pet python behind in Taylor Swift’s mansion — a story that resurfaced just as winter conditions worsened. The segment has the hosts joking, worrying (for the snake), and wondering how wild fame gets when pets and parties mix. 

Jumping from pets to partnerships, the show dissects news that reality-star Kandi Burruss claims her estranged husband’s prenup is invalid, insisting he’s not being faithful — a revelation that ignited debate about trust, money, and marriage under public scrutiny.  

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Alfredas acknowledges the passing of former Vice President Dick Cheney at age 84, a figure whose legacy looms large in American political history. From Gulf War secretary to Bush administration right-hand, Cheney’s death prompts reflection on public service, power and consequences. 

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Dr. Ian Smith joined the RSMS crew. Dr. Smith is on the show promoting his new book, Eat Your Age, and talking about how to eat better. 

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Sexyy Red has come under fire from Bernice King, who is the daughter of civil rights leader Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Sexyy Red posted an AI generated photo of herself and Martin Luther King Jr. dancing in a club. Bernice King wrote a message on how this was disrespectful to her family and the legacy of Dr. King and Sexyy Red agreed and apologized for posting the picture. 

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Chris Brown is suing The ID Channel and Warner Brothers for the documentary they produced, entitled Chris Brown: A History of Violence. Brown and his legal team are stating this documentary is based on sexual assault charges from a Jane Doe which was inevitably dropped. Brown is suing them for $500 million. 

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It is Tuesday on The Rickey Smiley Morning Show Podcast. In this episode, teh RSMS crew discusses a variety of topics. Da Brat spoke about hip-hop artists performing in Washington D.C. during the inaugural celebration. Snoop Dogg, Soulja Boy, and Rick Ross all performed at the Crypto Ball during Inauguration weekend. Nelly also performed during the Inauguration Ball. Nelly has defended him performing during the Inaugural Weekend for Donald Trump. These rappers have come under fire for their support with Donald Trump.  

Kim Kardashian has come out and admitted that she was not truthful. Kim K said that she was going to stay single, but she has come out and said that she is currently dating, and the new man will be featured on the next season of The Kardashians. The gun trial for A$AP Rocky is set to begin on 1/21/25. Rocky, 36, is charged with firing a gun at a former friend and could face up to twenty-four years in prison. This incident happened in 2021 and stemmed from an argument between the two former friends.  

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Friend and the Mayor of Birmingham, Randall Woodfin joins the RSMS crew. Woodfin spoke about his new book, Son of Birmingham. Mayor Woodfin also spoke about checking out of national politics because of how negative things have been.  

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The gun trial for A$AP Rocky is set to begin on 1/21/25. Rocky, 36, is charged with firing a gun at a former friend and could face up to twenty-four years in prison. This incident happened in 2021 and stemmed from an argument between the two former friends.  

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Kim Kardashian has come out and admitted that she was not truthful. Kim K said that she was going to stay single, but she has come out and said that she is currently dating, and the new man will be featured on the next season of The Kardashians. 

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Da Brat spoke about hip-hop artists performing in Washington D.C. during the inaugural celebration. Snoop Dogg, Soulja Boy, and Rick Ross all performed at the Crypto Ball during Inauguration weekend. Nelly also performed during the Inauguration Ball. Nelly has defended him performing during the Inaugural Weekend for Donald Trump. These rappers have come under fire for their support with Donald Trump. 

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It is Friday on The Rickey Smiley Morning Show Podcast. In a bold move, President Biden has granted pardons to over 2,500 non-violent offenders, marking the most pardons ever issued by a sitting president. This historic action aims to provide a fresh start for individuals with low-level drug offenses and highlights the administration's commitment to criminal justice reform. Meanwhile, Wendy Williams defended her mental health during a recent interview on The Breakfast Club, asserting she’s not mentally impaired and should no longer be under a conservatorship. She expressed frustration over the ongoing control over her personal and professional life. 

Civil rights attorney Ben Crump joins the Rickey Smiley Morning Show Crew to discuss his latest fight for justice in the Altadena area of Los Angeles. Crump is representing the family of Evelyn McClendon in their first wrongful death lawsuit, following the tragic death of the 66-year-old woman. Crump shares insights on his ongoing work in advocating for the Black community and his dedication to seeking justice in cases of police misconduct and civil rights violations. All of this and more on The Rickey Smiley Morning Show Podcast.  

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Comedian Roy Wood Jr. joined the RSMS crew. Wood is the current host of I Got News for You on CNN and is promoting the new show.  

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Political commentator Roland Martin reinforces the urgency, arguing that “if you’re not turning out at the ballot box, someone else will decide your future.” 

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Civil rights attorney Ben Crump joins the Rickey Smiley Morning Show Crew to discuss his latest fight for justice in the Altadena area of Los Angeles. Crump is representing the family of Evelyn McClendon in their first wrongful death lawsuit, following the tragic death of the 66-year-old woman. Crump shares insights on his ongoing work in advocating for the Black community and his dedication to seeking justice in cases of police misconduct and civil rights violations. 

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Wendy Williams defended her mental health during a recent interview on The Breakfast Club, asserting she’s not mentally impaired and should no longer be under a conservatorship. She expressed frustration over the ongoing control over her personal and professional life. 

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In a bold move, President Biden has granted pardons to over 2,500 non-violent offenders, marking the most pardons ever issued by a sitting president. This historic action aims to provide a fresh start for individuals with low-level drug offenses and highlights the administration's commitment to criminal justice reform. 

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It is Thursday on The Rickey Smiley Morning Show Podcast. Rickey and the crew had a plethora of news to discuss today. During the Front Page, Maria More spoke about President Joe Biden giving his farewell speech as Donald Trump will take the office of the United States President next week. President Biden warned America in his speech about the path the nation is following. Biden urged Americans to stay encouraged with the Democratic process. 

In other news, Olympic swimmer Michael Phelps is expressing his gratitude to the widow of Laker legend Kobe Bryant, Vanessa Bryant. Vanessa Bryant. Bryant gifted Phelps a pair of custom sneakers and he expressed how much it meant to him on IG. This made people speculate that the two are an item. Comedian and former president of Zeta Phi Beta Incorporated, Sherly Underwood joins the RSMS crew. Sheryl and Rickey speak about their time knowing each other and celebrating Founder’s Day for Zeta Phi Beta Inc. Zeta Phi Beta Inc was founded on January 16, 1920, at Howard University. All of this and more on The Rickey Smiley Morning Show Podcast.  

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Comedian and former president of Zeta Phi Beta Incorporated, Sherly Underwood joins the RSMS crew. Sheryl and Rickey speak about their time knowing each other and celebrating Founder’s Day for Zeta Phi Beta Inc. Zeta Phi Beta Inc was founded on January 16, 1920, at Howard University. 

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There are some people that have issues with Mississippi Valley State University. The HBCU’s marching band was invited to perform at Donald Trump’s inauguration. Now MSU marching band is asking for donations to get to the inauguration. 

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Olympic swimmer Michael Phelps is expressing his gratitude to the widow of Laker legend Kobe Bryant, Vanessa Bryant. Vanessa Bryant. Bryant gifted Phelps a pair of custom sneakers and he expressed how much it meant to him on IG. This made people speculate that the two are an item. 

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During the Front Page, Maria More spoke about President Joe Biden giving his farewell speech as Donald Trump will take the office of the United States President next week. President Biden warned America in his speech about the path the nation is following. Biden urged Americans to stay encouraged with the Democratic process. 

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It is Wednesday on The Rickey Smiley Morning Show Podcast. In this episode Rickey Smiley and the crew wish and celebrate a Happy Founder's Day for the women of Alpha Kappa Alpha Incorporated. Alpha Kappa Alpha was founded on January 15, 1908, at Howard University in Washington D.C. The AKA International President Danette Anthony Reed joins the RSMS crew.  

On The Hot Spot, Da Brat discussed Janet Jackson extending her Las Vegas residency at the Resorts World Theater. Jackson is adding another twelve shows which makes the residency extend until May of 2025. Also, Cardi B is upset with Offset again and wants to tell the world about it. Cardi B said that her estranged husband, rapper Offset did not get his children anything for Christmas. All of this and more on The Rickey Smiley Morning Show Podcast.  

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While we celebrate Martin Luther King Jr. Day on Friday, his actual birthday is January 15th. Rickey Smiley and the morning show crew discuss what Dr. Martin Luther King Jr means to them.  

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Gary with the Tea spoke about spirituality and accountability inside the church as the team breaks down the riffs surrounding Marvin Winans. A viral clip shows him publicly questioning a congregant’s giving and sparking criticism, and it is rumored people are not showing up to his church.  

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Cardi B is upset with Offset again and wants to tell the world about it. Cardi B said that her estranged husband, rapper Offset did not get his children anything for Christmas. 

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Rickey Smiley and the crew wish and celebrate a Happy Founder's Day for the women of Alpha Kappa Alpha Incorporated. Alpha Kappa Alpha was founded on January 15, 1908, at Howard University in Washington D.C. The AKA International President Danette Anthony Reed joins the RSMS crew. 

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On The Hot Spot, Da Brat discussed Janet Jackson extending her Las Vegas residency at the Resorts World Theater. Jackson is adding another twelve shows which makes the residency extend until May of 2025.  

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It is Tuesday on The Rickey Smiley Morning Show Podcast. The RSMS crew discusses various topics. Celebrities like Snoop Dogg, Halle Berry, and Sharon Stone are helping families that lost belongings in the Los Angeles wildfires. Snoop Dogg is giving clothing from his store from his clothing line brand. Halle Berry is giving away clothes from her personal closet along with her friend Sharon Stone.  

Singer Al B. Sure is sharing his thoughts about the death of the mother of his son Quincy, Kim Porter. Porter was in a long relationship with Sean “Diddy” Combs and shared three children together. Porter was said to have passed away from pneumonia, but Al B. Sure thinks she was murdered. Also, actor Djimon Hounsou made news about his recent interview. Hounsou, who starred in movies like Amistad, Biker Boyz, and Captain Marvel among others, said that he is having a tough time making a living as an actor. All of this and more on The Rickey Smiley Morning Show Podcast.  

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Travis Scott, SZA, and Future have been hit with a copyright infringement lawsuit because of the song, Telekinesis. Roc Nation artist Victory Boyd. She is claiming that the big named artists ripped off her song, Like the Way It Sounds.  

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Singer Al B. Sure is sharing his thoughts about the death of the mother of his son Quincy, Kim Porter. Porter was in a long relationship with Sean “Diddy” Combs and shared three children together. Porter was said to have passed away from pneumonia, but Al B. Sure thinks she was murdered. 

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Celebrities like Snoop Dogg, Halle Berry, and Sharon Stone are helping families that lost belongings in the Los Angeles wildfires. Snoop Dogg is giving clothing from his store from his clothing line brand. Halle Berry is giving away clothes from her personal closet along with her friend Sharon Stone. 

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It is Monday on The Rickey Smiley Morning Show Podcast. In this episode, the RSMS crew discusses a range of different topics. Wildfires continue to rage through and help comes in the form of California inmates. Over 1,000 incarcerated men have helped to put the fires out in Los Angeles as the death toll has risen and more homes were destroyed. The RSMS crew also celebrated Founders Day for members of the Divine 9, Delta Sigma Theta Incorporated. Delta Sigma Theta Inc was founded on January 13, 1913, at Howard University. Elsie Cook Holmes, the national Delta Sigma Theta president joins the RSMS crew. Also, Miami Heat star Jimmu Butler wants his child support payments lowered. The mother of Butler’s three children, who already receives $55,000 a month, wants to get an additional $10,000 a month for a nanny. All of this and more on The Rickey Smiley Morning Show Podcast.  

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Kendrick Lamar’s song ‘Not Like Us’ has reached one billion streams on Spotify. This marks the first time a diss song has surpassed the one billion streams mark.  

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First up, the nation is voting in droves. The RSMS team spotlights a major push at the polls, emphasizing how local offices often decide issues like education, policing and zip-code investment. 

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Rapper and streamer DDG found out that he was among some of the others that have lost their LA homes. DDG revealed on IG that his house burned down in the wildfires in Los Angeles. Also, Tina Knowles lost one of her homes in Southern California as well.  

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The RSMS crew also celebrated Founders Day for members of the Divine 9, Delta Sigma Theta Incorporated. Delta Sigma Theta Inc was founded on January 13, 1913, at Howard University. Elsie Cook Holmes, the national Delta Sigma Theta president joins the RSMS crew. 

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Wildfires continue to rage through and help comes in the form of California inmates. Over 1,000 incarcerated men have helped to put the fires out in Los Angeles as the death toll has risen and more homes were destroyed. 

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It is Friday on The Rickey Smiley Morning Show Podcast. On this episode, there is a lot of topics that the RSMS crew discussed. R&B singer Jhene Aiko lost her home in the Los Angeles fires that have been ragging for days. All her and her children’s belongings were destroyed. Rickey spoke about the mean things people were saying to her on social media. Beyoncé’s beauty line has been making a lot of strides, as she diversifies her portfolio. Not only is the company doing well, but she has also put together a remarkably diverse staff of women as her top executives within the company. Donald Trump will be sentenced Friday morning in New York City. This is due to his conviction in the Stormy Daniels case, where he was found guilty of giving the ex-porn star hush money with campaign funds. All of this and more on The Rickey Smiley Morning Show Podcast.  

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Donald Trump will be sentenced Friday morning in New York City. This is due to his conviction in the Stormy Daniels case, where he was found guilty of giving the ex-porn star hush money with campaign funds. 

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Megan Thee Stallion is in the news again due to her love life. This time it is due to her current boyfriend, NBA player Torrey Craig. His ex-girlfriend was doing an interview with a woman, and they were saying that they were shocked that he was able to get Megan because he typically likes white women. They spent more time throwing jabs at Megan Thee Stallion.  

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Beyoncé’s beauty line has been making a lot of strides, as she diversifies her portfolio. Not only is the company doing well, but she has also put together a remarkably diverse staff of women as her top executives within the company. 

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R&B singer Jhene Aiko lost her home in the Los Angeles fires that have been ragging for days. All her and her children’s belongings were destroyed. Rickey spoke about the mean things people were saying to her on social media. 

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In this episode of the Rickey Smiley Morning Show Podcast, we dive into three major stories making headlines today. First, we break down Taylor Swift's historic achievement as she’s named the Top Billboard Artist of the 21st Century, thanks to her incredible 14 number one albums. We also discuss the dominance of other chart-toppers like Drake, who comes in at number two. Then, we shift gears to the legal drama surrounding Trey Songz, who is pleading with a judge to settle an $11 million judgment awarded to Maryland Capitol police officer Tyrelle Dunn. Trey’s legal team argues that the financial impact could ruin his life. R&B star Brandy is ready to open up about her life. Known as the Vocal Bible, Brandy will be releasing her memoir soon to tell about her life in the music business. 

Meanwhile, the West Coast is battling one of its worst wildfire seasons in years. Wildfires continue to rage across Los Angeles, claiming at least five lives and forcing over 130,000 people to evacuate. We cover the latest updates on the fires, the evacuation efforts, and the impact on the local community. All of this and more on The Rickey Smiley Morning Show Podcast.  

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The RSMS crew are covering the ongoing wildfire crisis in Los Angeles. Five major wildfires are currently raging across the region, with at least five lives lost and over 130,000 people forced to evacuate their homes. 

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The Rickey Smiley Morning Show Podcast delivers a powerful message of compassion and unity as Ricky and the crew broadcast live from the Christian Service Mission in Birmingham, Alabama, calling on listeners nationwide to help feed families impacted by the federal SNAP benefits pause amid the government shutdown. Joined by pastors including Dr. Jamal Bryant, Bishop Joseph Walker, Pastor Keion Henderson, and Pastor Marcus Davidson, Ricky leads a multi-city food drive connecting churches and volunteers across the U.S. — from Birmingham and Memphis to Nashville, Houston, and Atlanta. 

The show also celebrates a major moment of generosity as philanthropist MacKenzie Scott donates over $300 million to HBCUs, including record-breaking gifts to Alabama State, Alcorn State, and Morgan State Universities — sparking emotional gratitude from Gary With Da Tea and the RSMS crew, who highlight how her giving “will change the trajectory of Black education for generations.” Later, Mo’Nique resurfaces in headlines, expressing that she still wants a sit-down with Oprah Winfrey and Tyler Perry to heal old wounds from their fallout after Precious. Ricky and the team respond with empathy and wisdom, urging private reconciliation over public spectacle.  

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R&B star Brandy is ready to opens up about her life. Known as the Vocal Bible, Brandy will be releasing her memoir soon to tell about her life in the music business and her personal life.  

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In this hour of the Rickey Smiley Morning Show Podcast, we cover the latest legal drama surrounding Trey Songz. The R&B singer is in the spotlight after pleading with a judge to change his awarding settlement. His lawyers argue that the $11 million judgment awarded to Maryland Capitol police officer Tyrelle Dunn would be life-altering and devastating for Songz. 

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