Rickey Smiley Morning Show Podcast

Legendary producer Jermaine Dupri praised New Edition as the "best group ever", sharing his appreciation during an appearance on the Fat Joe & Jadakiss podcast. 

See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Beyoncé’s team confirmed that unreleased tracks were stolen from a rental vehicle belonging to her choreographer in Atlanta. Over five thumb drives storing upcoming material were taken, and police have since issued a warrant for a suspect. 

See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Actor Columbus Short has been granted a temporary restraining order after his wife accused him of choking her—and he contends she physically harmed their puppy—signaling a bitter domestic dispute. 

See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Heartbreaking news from Arizona, where a nursing home blaze claimed at least nine lives, highlighting growing concerns over emergency preparedness in eldercare facilities. 

See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Drake fueled the ongoing feud with Kendrick Lamar during his UK Wireless Festival set, shouting out fans chanting “Fuck Kendrick” and raising eyebrows with a and asking his head of security to give him a shot and he will drink to that. 

See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A Maryland woman resurfaces claiming to be Jay-Z’s secret daughter, though the claim still lacks confirmation and is being treated with skepticism. 

See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Actress Tisha Campbell opened up about hitting rock bottom post-divorce, sharing that she once had just $21 in her pocket and had to choose between essentials for her children—raw honesty that highlights her resilience. 

See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

First, Coco Jones and NBA star Donovan Mitchell are engaged, unveiling a 5-carat cushion-cut ring after two years of quietly dating, with the proposal orchestrated during a tropical vacation. 

See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Kanye “Ye” West faces fresh allegations from ex‑assistant Lauren Pisciotta—who accuses him of sexual assault, trafficking, stalking, and even “oral rape” on multiple counts—accusations his team vehemently denies. 

See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A federal judge slashed T.I. and Tiny Harris’s $71 million win in their OMG Doll lawsuit to about $17.9 million, citing insufficient proof of deliberate wrongdoing and ordering a retrial. 

See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In a powerful moment of Black female empowerment, Delta Sigma Theta Sorority welcomed eight new honorary members at its national convention—including Queen Latifah, Danielle Brooks, Donna Brazile, and more—honoring women whose impact aligns with the sorority’s mission of sisterhood, scholarship, and service. 

See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

First, hip-hop impresario Jermaine Dupri revealed he famously dropped nearly $10,000 a week at Atlanta’s iconic Magic City strip club over two decades—a flashy habit that fueled both nightlife legend and his new SoSo Def-branded docuseries Magic City: An American Fantasy. 

See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

WalletHub has named Atlanta one of the most exciting U.S. cities—ranking it 4th for fun and No. 1 for creative opportunities—underscoring the city’s vibrant energy and strong cultural appeal. 

See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Reality star Rasheeda reaffirms her marriage to Kirk Frost, rapping in a recent freestyle that she’d “never leave,” sparking a social media storm among fans torn over the couple’s turbulent history. 

See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Karrine Steffans drops bombshells about Diddy, expressing uncertainty about their past relationship details in a candid sit-down with Piers Morgan. 

See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.