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Protestors at Columbia University have taken over a building on their Manhattan campus. They have raised a Palestinian flag in protest and in solidarity of Palestinians in Gaza.  

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During an interview, Tamar Braxton praised Beyoncé for singing country music. It then turned into shade as Tamar said that other black artists should not be singing country music. K. Michelle as since responded and said that she is on go. 

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Rita Brent is filling in for Maria More for the Front Page. Brent reported that four police officers were killed while serving a warrant. Let’s keep our Charlotte family in our prayers. 

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Beyoncé and Blue Ivy are set to star alongside each other in the new movie Mufasa: The Lion King. Blue Ivy is set to play the voice of Kiara as Beyoncé reprises her role as Nala. 

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It is Monday on The Rickey Smiley Morning Show Podcast. In this episode, Da Brat, filling in for Maria More, spoke about violence erupting on the UCLA campus from Pro-Palestinian protestors who have breach through a barricade. The barricade was set to keep opposition protesters away from each other. In celebrity news, Wendy Williams ex-husband, Kevin Hunter, gets a big legal win against the guardianship. Hunter said that the guardianship has been hiding money from him and the judge has agreed. For the divorce to be settled, the guardianship must disclose the financial information. Also, Karrueche Tran finally addressed the beef between Chris Brown and Quavo. Tran has said that she heard the songs, but she is minding her business and living in peace. All of this and more on The Rickey Smiley Morning Show Podcast.  

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Aubrey O’Day is fighting back against Diddy. The former Danity Kane member stated that when Diddy wanted to sell back their publishing, he also made them sign an NDA to keep quiet about their time with Bad Boy Entertainment.  

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Karrueche Tran finally addressed the beef between Chris Brown and Quavo. Tran has said that she heard the songs, but she is minding her business and living in peace. 

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Wendy Williams ex-husband, Kevin Hunter, gets a big legal win against the guardianship. Hunter said that the guardianship has been hiding money from him and the judge has agreed. For the divorce to be settled, the guardianship must disclose the financial information.   

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Da Brat, filling in for Maria More, spoke about violence erupting on the UCLA campus from Pro-Palestinian protestors who have breach through a barricade. The barricade was set to keep opposition protesters away from each other. 

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It is Friday on The Rickey Smiley Morning Show Podcast. In this episode, Da Brat talks about Drake taking down his “Taylor Made Freestyle” which is a diss record to Kendrick Lamar. The diss track uses AI (Artificial Intelligence) voices of Tupac Shakur and Snoop Dogg. The estate of Tupac Shakur sent a cease-and-desist to Drake about using the likeness of Tupac Shakur without permission. Jeannie Mai is reporting that she has been assaulted by Jeezy on multiple occasions. Mai also claimed that Jeezy verbally assaulted her as well. Jeezy has vehemently denied the allegations on his IG Story. Also, Remy Ma was on IG live and when she was trolled by a “fan” in her live by calling her broke, Remy went off. Remy Ma went on to threaten the troll and told her that she was willing to fight and that she chose violence. All of this and more on The Rickey Smiley Morning Show Podcast.  

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The Supreme Court is ready to reject former President Donald Trump sweeping immunity claim. This is in the federal election subversion case. The trial may happen after the November election.  

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Remy Ma was on IG live and when she was trolled by a “fan” in her live by calling her broke, Remy went off. Remy Ma went on to threaten the troll and told her that she was willing to fight and that she chose violence.

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Jeannie Mai is reporting that she has been assaulted by Jeezy on multiple occasions. Mai also claimed that Jeezy verbally assaulted her as well. Jeezy has vehemently denied the allegations on his IG Story. 

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Da Brat talks about Drake taking down his “Taylor Made Freestyle” which is a diss record to Kendrick Lamar. The diss track uses AI (Artificial Intelligence) voices of Tupac Shakur and Snoop Dogg. The estate of Tupac Shakur sent a cease-and-desist to Drake about using the likeness of Tupac Shakur without permission. 

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It is Hump Day on The Rickey Smiley Morning Show Podcast. In this episode, Da Brat discusses Kanye West’s interview with Justin LaBoy. During this interview West said that God runs the world and that he is God. Monica and her family recently did a spread with HelloBeautiful. The R&B veteran spoke about her relationship with Nicki Minaj and how she became to be a part of her Pink Friday 2 Tour. Monica also talks about motherhood and her relationship with Anthony Wilson. Brittney Griner is finally speaking about her time being incarcerated in a Russian prison. Brittney Griner will be speaking with Robin Roberts about her ten months inside of a Russian prison and how she felt. All of this and more on The Rickey Smiley Morning Show Podcast.  

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Kandi Burrus Tucker joins the RSMS crew. Burrus discusses her new upscale restaurant in Atlanta with her husband, Blaze. Kandi also talks about being a producer of The Wiz, which is now on Broadway.  

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Brittney Griner is finally speaking about her time being incarcerated in a Russian prison. Brittney Griner will be speaking with Robin Roberts about her ten months inside of a Russian prison and how she felt. 

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Monica and her family recently did a spread with HelloBeautiful. The R&B veteran spoke about her relationship with Nicki Minaj and how she became to be a part of her Pink Friday 2 Tour. Monica also talks about motherhood and her relationship with Anthony Wilson. 

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Da Brat discusses Kanye West’s interview with Justin LaBoy. During this interview West said that God runs the world and that he is God. 

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It is Tuesday on The Rickey Smiley Morning Show Podcast. In this episode, Maria More spoke about the Pro-Palestinian Protests that has been happening at Columbia University in New York City for seven days now. The protests have extended to other colleges, and there have been arrests made by law enforcement of the college student protesters. In celebrity news, Mary J. Blige has been added to the final list of artists who will be inducted into the Rock and Roll HOF. This is Mary J. Blige’s second time being nominated for the Rock and Roll HOF. A Tribe Called Quest, a hip-hop staple, was inducted in the Rock and Roll HOF this year too. Chris Brown and Quavo continue to beef on record. Even Jill Scott has chimed in about the battle and praises Chris Brown. Fans were attacking Scott for praising Chris Brown due to his checkered pass. All of this and more on The Rickey Smiley Morning Show Podcast.  

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During her tour, Nicki Minaj was performing Starships, and a fan threw a bracelet at Nicki Minaj. The rapper was able to swat the bracelet away, but Minaj picked up the bracelet and threw it back into the crowd.  

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Chris Brown and Quavo continue to beef on record. Even Jill Scott has chimed in about the battle and praises Chris Brown. Fans were attacking Scott for praising Chris Brown due to his checkered pass. 

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Mary J. Blige has been added to the final list of artists who will be inducted into the Rock and Roll HOF. This is Mary J. Blige’s second time being nominated for the Rock and Roll HOF. A Tribe Called Quest, a hip-hop staple, was inducted in the Rock and Roll HOF this year too. 

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Maria More spoke about the Pro-Palestinian Protests that has been happening at Columbia University in New York City for seven days now. The protests have extended to other colleges, and there have been arrests made by law enforcement of the college student protesters. 

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It is Monday on The Rickey Smiley Morning Show Podcast. In this episode, Da Brat talks about Kanye West joining into the Kendrick Lamar vs Drake battle. Kanye West was tired of watching from the sideline and threw some shots at Drake and J. Cole in a remix to “Like That.” Comedian DC Young Fly is receiving backlash for his joke about the passing of the mother of his children, Jacky Oh. The Wild N’ Out member said he gets triggered every time he sees women with a BBL. CNN analyst and best-selling author, Bakari Sellers joins the RSMS crew. Sellers is on show talking about his new book, The Moment. Sellers said it took him a long time to author this book and what the process was like while writing. All of that and more on The Rickey Smiley Morning Show Podcast.  

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Today is Money Monday and we have the money expert, Jini Thornton, on the show live. There was a lot of HBCU love today.  

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CNN analyst and best-selling author, Bakari Sellers joins the RSMS crew. Sellers is on show talking about his new book, The Moment. Sellers said it took him a long time to author this book and what the process was like while writing.  

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Comedian DC Young Fly is receiving backlash for his joke about the passing of the mother of his children, Jacky Oh. The Wild N’ Out member said he gets triggered every time he sees women with a BBL. 

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Da Brat talks about Kanye West joining into the Kendrick Lamar vs Drake battle. Kanye West was tired of watching from the sideline and threw some shots at Drake and J. Cole in a remix to “Like That.” 

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It is Friday on The Rickey Smiley Morning Show Podcast. In this episode, the RSMS crew discusses DJ Akademiks sitting down with Donald Trump Jr. In that interview, Trump Jr talked about Diddy’s relationship with Kim Porter. In other celebrity news, Beyoncé is serious about Country music. Her debut country album, Cowboy Carter, is number one and is looking to move to the center of Country music. The Carters are looking to move to Nashville, TN. Also, Grammy Award winning R&B singer Lucky Daye joined the RSMS crew. Lucky Daye played his current single, That’s You, and his new single, HERicane. All of this and more on The Rickey Smiley Morning Show Podcast.  

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Prince Harry has made America his new home. Prince Harry has renounced his British residence and has made America the home of his new business.  

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Grammy Award winning R&B singer Lucky Daye joined the RSMS crew. Lucky Daye played his current single, That’s You, and his new single, HERicane. 

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Beyoncé is serious about Country music. Her debut country album, Cowboy Carter, is number one and is looking to move to the center of Country music. The Carters are looking to move to Nashville, TN. 

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The RSMS crew discusses DJ Akademiks sitting down with Donald Trump Jr. In that interview, Trump Jr talked about Diddy’s relationship with Kim Porter. 

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It is Thursday on The Rickey Smiley Morning Show Podcast. In this episode, Da Brat spoke about the LAPD wanting to speak to Kanye West for battery. It was said that Kanye West punched a man in the face for sexually assaulting his wife, Bianca Censori. Reports say that a man put his hand up the skirt of Censori and West punched him in the face and left. The LAPD are looking for Kanye West to get his side of the story. Dancing with the Star dancer, Cheryl Burke, has admitted to at least three of her partners on Dancing with the Stars, that she had romantic relationships with. Burke has called them show-relationships. One of the partners that she confirmed to be with is ex-NFL wide receiver, Chad “Ochocinco” Johnson. Ashanti has announced in a recent video that she is pregnant. There have been rumors for some time, but she has now confirmed it. Ashanti also announced that she is engaged to her longtime boyfriend, Nelly. All of this and more on The Rickey Smiley Morning Show Podcast.  

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NBA player Jontay Porter has been banned from the NBA for life. Ex-Toronto Raptor, Jontay Porter, is being banned for life from the NBA for beating on his own game. Jontay Porter is the brother of NBA champion, Michael Porter Jr.  

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Ashanti has announced in a recent video that she is pregnant. There have been rumors for some time, but she has now confirmed it. Ashanti also announced that she is engaged to her longtime boyfriend, Nelly. 

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Dancing with the Star dancer, Cheryl Burke, has admitted to at least three of her partners on Dancing with the Stars, that she had romantic relationships with. Burke has called them show-relationships. One of the partners that she confirmed to be with is ex-NFL wide receiver, Chad “Ochocinco” Johnson. 

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Da Brat spoke about the LAPD wanting to speak to Kanye West for battery. It was said that Kanye West punched a man in the face for sexually assaulting his wife, Bianca Censori. Reports say that a man put his hand up the skirt of Censori and West punched him in the face and left. 

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It is Hump Day on The Rickey Smiley Morning Show Podcast. In this episode, Da Brat congratulated SZA for being honored with the Hal David Starlight Award at the Songwriters Hall of Fame. SZA has had an amazing two years following the release of her second studio album, S.O.S. SZA is the second Black woman to win this award, the first being Alicia Keys. Toni Braxton recently did an interview with a podcast and discussed her diagnosis and battle with lupus. Toni Braxton was diagnosed with lupus in 2008 after collapsing during a performance. Braxton said she was misdiagnosed for ten years before finding out she had lupus. The beef between Rick Ross and Drake is getting a little personal. Rick Ross and Drake are releasing more than diss tracks and are taking their beef to social media. Rick Ross is even involving Birdman and his home foreclosure into the beef. All of this and more on The Rickey Smiley Morning Show Podcast.  

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The founder and creator of Black Girl Sunscreen, Shontay Lundy joins the Rickey Smiley Morning Show crew. Lundy spoke about being a sponsor for the Rickey Smiley Big Beach Blowout. Shontay Lundy spoke about how she created Black Girl Sunscreen and more.  

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The beef between Rick Ross and Drake is getting a little personal. Rick Ross and Drake are releasing more than diss tracks and are taking their beef to social media. Rick Ross is even involving Birdman and his home foreclosure into the beef. 

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Toni Braxton recently did an interview with a podcast and discussed her diagnosis and battle with lupus. Toni Braxton was diagnosed with lupus in 2008 after collapsing during a performance. Braxton said she was misdiagnosed for ten years before finding out she had lupus. 

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Da Brat congratulated SZA for being honored with the Hal David Starlight Award at the Songwriters Hall of Fame. SZA has had an amazing two years following the release of her second studio album, S.O.S. SZA is the second Black woman to win this award, the first being Alicia Keys. 

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It is Tuesday on The Rickey Smiley Morning Show Podcast. On this episode, Da Brat talked about Drake responding to Kendrick Lamar. Drake released a diss track targeted to Kendrick Lamar called Push Ups (Drop and Give me 50). People thought that the initial track was an AI version of Drake. In other celebrity news, Usher is being under attacked by black women. Usher recently released a video, a love letter to black women. Black women have a problem with this because he is currently married to a white woman. Also, Gail King and Charles Barkley show on CNN has been canceled. The show was said to be a limited series but some on the network thought the show would work according to sources. All of this and more on The Rickey Smiley Morning Show Podcast.  

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The WNBA 2024 draft was last night. Caitlin Clark was the number one pick of the Indiana Fever. Angel Reese was the number seventh pick going to the Chicago Sky, along with the number three pick, South Carolina center Kamilla Cardoso.  

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Gail King and Charles Barkley show on CNN has been canceled. The show was said to be a limited series but some on the network thought the show would work according to sources. 

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Usher is being under attacked by black women. Usher recently released a video, a love letter to black women. Black women have a problem with this because he is currently married to a white woman. 

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Da Brat talked about Drake responding to Kendrick Lamar. Drake released a diss track targeted to Kendrick Lamar called Push Ups (Drop and Give me 50). People thought that the initial track was an AI version of Drake. 

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It is Monday on The Rickey Smiley Morning Show Podcast. In this episode there is some sad news. 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. In celebrity news, 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. Also, 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. All of this and more on The Rickey Smiley Morning Show Podcast.  

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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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