Rickey Smiley Morning Show Podcast

Urban One

Did you miss Rickey and the gang this morning? Well, now you can catch up ANYTIME and EVERYWHERE.

So, if you didn’t govern yourself accordingly, maybe you overslept, and missed the tea – don’t trip! Just hit “Follow” or the little check mark and never miss an episode again. Hear Rickey, Da Brat, Gary with Da Tea, Special K, and Rock-T on The Rickey Smiley Morning Show Podcast right here daily.

Listen in PodNod RSS feed Show website

20 episodes
Updated Friday

Episodes20

Newest first

Friday · 17 min
RSMS Hour 4 | Obama Releases His Summer Playlist
The crew also highlighted former President Barack Obama’s newly released 2026 summer playlist, which features an eclectic mix of artists including Drake, Doechii, SZA, Vince Staples, A Tribe Called Quest, Earth, Wind & Fire, and Marvin Gaye. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Friday · 17 min
RSMS Hour 3 | Rap Icon Too Short Joins RSMS Crew
On the entertainment side, rap icon Too Short joined the RSMS crew to talk about his new album Sir Too $hort Vol. 2: Drink & Smoke, produced entirely by longtime collaborator Lil Jon and released as he celebrates more than four decades in hip-hop. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Friday · 10 min
RSMS Hour 2 | Gladys Knight’s Son Does Not Want Her Touring
The show also examined concerns surrounding music legend Gladys Knight after her son publicly said he does not want her touring anymore, citing worries about her health and well-being, while Knight has previously maintained that she is healthy and happy and looks forward to continuing to perform. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Friday · 14 min
RSMS Hour 1 | Georgia Parent Sentenced for Child’s Mass Shooting
The crew discussed the sentencing of Georgia father Colin Gray, who received 15 years in prison after being convicted for providing the firearm used by his son in the 2024 Apalachee High School mass shooting, a case that legal experts say could further shape how parents are held accountable when children gain access to deadly weapons. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
July 24 · 50 min
Full Show | Several Brands of Eggs Recalled; Cincinnati Music Fest Host Faith Daniels Joins RSMS Crew Live; 803 Fresh Joins Rickey and Crew at Cincinnati Music Fest; Diddy Placed in the Hole at Fort Dix; and More
The Rickey Smiley Morning Show broadcasted live from Cincinnati’s iconic Music Festival, bringing listeners a mix of entertainment news, celebrity interviews, and festival energy. The crew discussed a major egg recall affecting more than 1.5 million dozen eggs sold under brands including Kroger and Simple Truth due to potential salmonella contamination, with consumers urged to check carton codes before eating them. They also highlighted reports that Sean “Diddy” Combs was placed in solitary confinement at Fort Dix following an alleged altercation with another inmate, though federal officials have not publicly confirmed details of the incident. Adding to the entertainment headlines, the show reacted to news that Mathew Knowles says previously unreleased Destiny’s Child remixes featuring Beyoncé, Kelly Rowland, Michelle Williams, and guest artists could arrive within the next month. The show also celebrated the return of the Cincinnati Music Festival, which organizers say attracts nearly 100,000 visitors and generates more than $100 million in economic impact for the city. Host Faith Daniels joined the crew to share memorable festival moments and discuss this year’s star-studded lineup, while viral country-rap sensation 803 Fresh stopped by to talk about the continued success of “Boots on the Ground,” his upcoming album, and his commitment to mentoring youth in his community. With live performances, celebrity conversations, and plenty of laughs from the entire RSMS crew, the episode captured the excitement surrounding one of the nation’s premier music festivals. Website: https://www.urban1podcasts.com/rickey-smiley-morning-show See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
July 24 · 12 min
RSMS Hour 4 | Diddy Placed in the Hole at Fort Dix
The RSMS crew highlighted reports that Sean “Diddy” Combs was placed in solitary confinement at Fort Dix following an alleged altercation with another inmate, though federal officials have not publicly confirmed details of the incident. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
July 24 · 11 min
RSMS Hour 3 | 803 Fresh Joins Rickey and Crew at Cincinnati Music Fest
Viral country-rap sensation 803 Fresh stopped by to talk about the continued success of “Boots on the Ground,” his upcoming album, and his commitment to mentoring youth in his community. 803 Fresh also spoke about performing on the One Voyage Cruise. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
July 24 · 16 min
RSMS Hour 2 | Cincinnati Music Fest Host Faith Daniels Joins RSMS Crew Live
The show also celebrated the return of the Cincinnati Music Festival, which organizers say attracts nearly 100,000 visitors and generates more than $100 million in economic impact for the city. Host Faith Daniels joined the crew to share memorable festival moments and discuss this year’s star-studded lineup. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
July 24 · 10 min
RSMS Hour 1 | Several Brands of Eggs Recalled
The Rickey Smiley Morning Show broadcasted live from Cincinnati’s iconic Music Festival, bringing listeners a mix of entertainment news, celebrity interviews, and festival energy. The crew discussed a major egg recall affecting more than 1.5 million dozen eggs sold under brands including Kroger and Simple Truth due to potential salmonella contamination, with consumers urged to check carton codes before eating them. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
July 23 · 49 min
Full Show | Live from Cincinnati Music Festival; Chadwick Boseman’s Brother Suing Chadwick’s Widow; Kirk Franklin Joins the RSMS Crew Live; and More
Broadcasting live from the Cincinnati Music Festival, the Rickey Smiley Morning Show brought the energy, laughs, and inspiration as the crew celebrated one of the nation’s biggest celebrations of Black music and culture. This year’s festival features major performers including Mary J. Blige, Nelly, Charlie Wilson, SWV, Trey Songz, and more, drawing thousands of fans to Cincinnati for a weekend of music and community. The show also welcomed gospel superstar Kirk Franklin, who joined the conversation as excitement builds for the upcoming Stellar Gospel Music Awards, where he is set to host a star-studded night honoring gospel music’s biggest names. Meanwhile, the crew shared prayers and encouragement with listeners, creating several heartfelt moments that highlighted the show’s commitment to faith, family, and uplifting the community. The biggest entertainment story centered on the growing estate dispute involving late actor Chadwick Boseman. The crew discussed reports that his brothers have petitioned a court to remove his widow, Taylor Simone Ledward, as administrator of his estate, alleging that portions of the estate have not been fully distributed years after his passing. The show also spotlighted singer Nivea, who recently revealed that she has been undergoing treatment for leukemia and says the diagnosis has strengthened her faith, renewed her gratitude for life, and inspired her return to music. Between celebrity headlines, festival excitement, sports updates, and powerful moments of testimony and encouragement, the episode delivered the perfect blend of entertainment, information, and inspiration. Website: https://www.urban1podcasts.com/rickey-smiley-morning-show See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
July 23 · 18 min
RSMS Hour 3 | Kirk Franklin Joins the RSMS Crew Live
The show also welcomed gospel superstar Kirk Franklin, who joined the conversation as excitement builds for the upcoming Stellar Gospel Music Awards, where he is set to host a star-studded night honoring gospel music’s biggest names. Meanwhile, the crew shared prayers and encouragement with listeners, creating several heartfelt moments that highlighted the show’s commitment to faith, family, and uplifting the community. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
July 23 · 15 min
RSMS Hour 2 | Chadwick Boseman’s Brother Suing Chadwick’s Widow
The biggest entertainment story centered on the growing estate dispute involving late actor Chadwick Boseman. The crew discussed reports that his brothers have petitioned a court to remove his widow, Taylor Simone Ledward, as administrator of his estate, alleging that portions of the estate have not been fully distributed years after his passing. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
July 23 · 15 min
RSMS Hour 1 | Live from Cincinnati Music Festival
Broadcasting live from the Cincinnati Music Festival, the Rickey Smiley Morning Show brought the energy, laughs, and inspiration as the crew celebrated one of the nation’s biggest celebrations of Black music and culture. This year’s festival features major performers including Mary J. Blige, Nelly, Charlie Wilson, SWV, Trey Songz, and more, drawing thousands of fans to Cincinnati for a weekend of music and community. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
July 22 · 1 hr 9 min
Full Show | Snoop Dogg Biopic Set to Release August 2027; Urban One Founder Ms. Hughes Talks Getting Key to DC; NBA Star Anthony Edwards Settles Child Support Case in Georgia; Wendy Williams Legal Battle Over Documentary is Over; and More
Big entertainment and cultural headlines drove the conversation on this episode of The Rickey Smiley Morning Show Podcast. The crew discussed the announcement that Snoop Dogg’s long-awaited biopic, Snoop, is set to hit theaters on August 6, 2027, with Outer Banks star Jonathan Daviss portraying the rap icon. They also celebrated Ms. Cathy Hughes, founder of Urban One, who joined the show after receiving the Key to the City of Washington, D.C., one of the city’s highest honors. During the interview, Hughes reflected on building Urban One from a single radio station into the nation’s largest Black-owned multimedia company and shared her commitment to amplifying Black voices and telling the community’s stories from its own perspective. The show also unpacked the latest developments in two high-profile legal stories. NBA star Anthony Edwards reportedly reached a resolution in his child support case in Georgia, with a judge setting monthly support payments following a lengthy court battle over jurisdiction and custody matters. Meanwhile, the legal fight surrounding Wendy Williams’ documentary has officially come to an end after her guardian and A&E reached a settlement, though Williams continues her efforts to regain control over her personal affairs and end her guardianship. Alongside these headline-making topics, the show delivered its usual mix of laughs, wellness advice, celebrity news, and inspiration, making for another engaging morning with the RSMS crew. Website: https://www.urban1podcasts.com/rickey-smiley-morning-show See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
July 22 · 22 min
RSMS Hour 3 | NBA Star Anthony Edwards Settles Child Support Case in Georgia
The show also unpacked the latest developments in two high-profile legal stories. NBA star Anthony Edwards reportedly reached a resolution in his child support case in Georgia, with a judge setting monthly support payments following a lengthy court battle over jurisdiction and custody matters. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
July 22 · 13 min
RSMS Hour 4 | Wendy Williams Legal Battle Over Documentary is Over
The legal fight surrounding Wendy Williams’ documentary has officially come to an end after her guardian and A&E reached a settlement, though Williams continues her efforts to regain control over her personal affairs and end her guardianship. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
July 22 · 20 min
RSMS Hour 2 | Urban One Founder Ms. Hughes Talks Getting Key to DC
The RSMS crew celebrated Ms. Cathy Hughes, founder of Urban One, who joined the show after receiving the Key to the City of Washington, D.C., one of the city’s highest honors. During the interview, Hughes reflected on building Urban One from a single radio station into the nation’s largest Black-owned multimedia company and shared her commitment to amplifying Black voices and telling the community’s stories from its own perspective. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
July 22 · 13 min
RSMS Hour 1 | Snoop Dogg Biopic Set to Release August 2027
The crew discussed the announcement that Snoop Dogg’s long-awaited biopic, Snoop, is set to hit theaters on August 6, 2027, with Outer Banks star Jonathan Daviss portraying the rap icon. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
July 21 · 1 hr 3 min
Full Show | Future Makes History with Latest Chart-Topping Album; Cardi B Rumored to Have a New Boo; Roland Martin Talks Argentina and Racism; Five Dead in Ohio After Rescue Attempt Gone Bad; and More
The Rickey Smiley Morning Show delivered a mix of entertainment, culture, and hard-hitting conversations, starting with Future’s latest career milestone. Future’s new album The Real Me debuted at No. 1 on the Billboard 200, earning him his 12th chart-topping album and placing him among the most successful artists in music history, trailing only legends like The Beatles, Taylor Swift, Drake, and JAY-Z. Meanwhile, celebrity buzz centered on Cardi B after reports surfaced of controversy surrounding the man she has recently been linked to, Nigerian soccer player Maduka Okoye, as conversations continued about her highly publicized love life following her split from Stefon Diggs earlier this year. The show also tackled serious issues as Roland Martin joined the discussion on racism in Argentina, explaining the country’s long history of minimizing and erasing its Afro-Argentine population and how those historical attitudes still influence modern society. Ricky Smiley shared an emotional story about witnessing his son experience discrimination, leading to a broader conversation about racism around the world and at home. The news segment covered a heartbreaking tragedy in Ohio, where five people lost their lives after several adults entered the Scioto River trying to save a struggling swimmer, underscoring the dangers of strong river currents and the importance of water safety. The crew also discussed Angel Reese’s response to controversy involving a WNBA coach’s comments, emphasizing respect and accountability in sports while keeping listeners informed on the biggest stories making headlines. Website: https://www.urban1podcasts.com/rickey-smiley-morning-show See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
July 21 · 15 min
RSMS Hour 4 | Five Dead in Ohio After Rescue Attempt Gone Bad
The news segment covered a heartbreaking tragedy in Ohio, where five people lost their lives after several adults entered the Scioto River trying to save a struggling swimmer, underscoring the dangers of strong river currents and the importance of water safety. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Rickey Smiley Morning Show Podcast

RSMS Hour 4 | Obama Releases His Summer Playlist

RSMS Hour 3 | Rap Icon Too Short Joins RSMS Crew

RSMS Hour 2 | Gladys Knight’s Son Does Not Want Her Touring

RSMS Hour 1 | Georgia Parent Sentenced for Child’s Mass Shooting

Full Show | Several Brands of Eggs Recalled; Cincinnati Music Fest Host Faith Daniels Joins RSMS Crew Live; 803 Fresh Joins Rickey and Crew at Cincinnati Music Fest; Diddy Placed in the Hole at Fort Dix; and More

RSMS Hour 4 | Diddy Placed in the Hole at Fort Dix

RSMS Hour 3 | 803 Fresh Joins Rickey and Crew at Cincinnati Music Fest

RSMS Hour 2 | Cincinnati Music Fest Host Faith Daniels Joins RSMS Crew Live

RSMS Hour 1 | Several Brands of Eggs Recalled

Full Show | Live from Cincinnati Music Festival; Chadwick Boseman’s Brother Suing Chadwick’s Widow; Kirk Franklin Joins the RSMS Crew Live; and More

RSMS Hour 3 | Kirk Franklin Joins the RSMS Crew Live

RSMS Hour 2 | Chadwick Boseman’s Brother Suing Chadwick’s Widow

RSMS Hour 1 | Live from Cincinnati Music Festival

Full Show | Snoop Dogg Biopic Set to Release August 2027; Urban One Founder Ms. Hughes Talks Getting Key to DC; NBA Star Anthony Edwards Settles Child Support Case in Georgia; Wendy Williams Legal Battle Over Documentary is Over; and More

RSMS Hour 3 | NBA Star Anthony Edwards Settles Child Support Case in Georgia

RSMS Hour 4 | Wendy Williams Legal Battle Over Documentary is Over

RSMS Hour 2 | Urban One Founder Ms. Hughes Talks Getting Key to DC

RSMS Hour 1 | Snoop Dogg Biopic Set to Release August 2027

Full Show | Future Makes History with Latest Chart-Topping Album; Cardi B Rumored to Have a New Boo; Roland Martin Talks Argentina and Racism; Five Dead in Ohio After Rescue Attempt Gone Bad; and More

RSMS Hour 4 | Five Dead in Ohio After Rescue Attempt Gone Bad