Rickey Smiley Morning Show Podcast

From heartbreaking breaking news to celebrity controversy and inspiring second acts, the Rickey Smiley Morning Show delivers an episode packed with emotion, debate and nostalgia. The team reports on the shooting at Silver Rail Elementary School in Bend, Oregon, where a 16-year-old gunman killed three children—ages 5, 8 and 11—and a teacher before a community member followed him inside and fatally shot him; a 7-year-old child and another teacher were critically injured, and authorities said the motive remained under investigation. Gary With the Tea then unpacks Kelly Clarkson’s clash with Brooklyn novelty shop Art of Play after she said an employee treated her as though she could not afford a $15,000 singing-bird automaton. The store says its wall-mounted mascot was not for sale and that it offered alternatives, while silent security footage confirms Clarkson’s visit lasted less than five minutes but cannot resolve what was said or how it was said.  On a brighter note, six-time NBA All-Star and 2026 Basketball Hall of Fame inductee Amar’e Stoudemire graduates from Miami Dade College’s Basic Law Enforcement Academy, fulfilling a childhood goal inspired by his family’s law-enforcement tradition. After receiving the Harry “Coach” Everett Award for his contributions during training, he is preparing to continue training with the Miami-Dade Schools Police Department. The show also turns up the classic R&B anticipation as Case and Carl Thomas prepare for an October 22 VERZUZ showdown, matching Case favorites such as “Touch Me, Tease Me,” “Happily Ever After” and “Missing You” against Thomas staples including “I Wish,” “Summer Rain” and “Emotional.” Plus, the crew keeps the laughs coming with a debate over everyday habits adults have left behind.  Website: https://www.urban1podcasts.com/rickey-smiley-morning-show See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On What’s Trending, Rickey and the crew talked about things they used to do when they were young, like partying all night and going to work. Now they would have to be paid to do those things again. What are some things you did when you were younger that you would no longer do? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Six-time NBA All-Star and 2026 Basketball Hall of Fame inductee Amar’e Stoudemire graduates from Miami Dade College’s Basic Law Enforcement Academy, fulfilling a childhood goal inspired by his family’s law-enforcement tradition. After receiving the Harry “Coach” Everett Award for his contributions during training, he is preparing to continue training with the Miami-Dade Schools Police Department. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The team reports on the shooting at Silver Rail Elementary School in Bend, Oregon, where a 16-year-old gunman killed three children—ages 5, 8 and 11—and a teacher before a community member followed him inside and fatally shot him; a 7-year-old child and another teacher were critically injured, and authorities said the motive remained under investigation. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A viral wedding debate takes over the show: if you ask someone to be in your wedding, should you cover their outfit and shoes — or is being in the wedding their gift to you? Rickey says he won't be in anybody's wedding if he has to pay for the tux, and Gary reveals he got married at the courthouse and celebrated at Subway. Guess who's renewing their vows on the One Voyage Cruise, and Gary threatens to be the ring bearer. Tune in to hear who's right and who's just cheap!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The front page breaks down a projected Social Security increase that may already be eaten by inflation, massive job cuts from Netflix, Kroger, and Amazon, and Americans dropping $13.5 billion on Halloween despite it all. Rock D returns with his Week 6 NFL picks, calling out the Cowboys as "walking zombies." Then Bret Tat's Hot Spot goes deep on Floyd Mayweather campaigning alongside Donald Trump in Arizona — and what it means when Black athletes won't stand up for civil rights. Plus, congratulations to Angela Harris from Houston for winning a One Voyage Cruise cabin!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Gary With The Tea delivers the scoop on Amy Robach and TJ Holmes secretly tying the knot in Arkansas — and their exes getting together too. John Boyega reveals he's been married for two years and bought his wedding ring at Walmart, sparking a heated debate. Then Jeff Johnson breaks down the political playbook behind the federal investigation of Congresswoman Ilhan Omar and why we need to pay attention. Happy birthday to Governor Wes Moore!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A packed Wednesday on the Rickey Smiley Morning Show covers everything from the Vatican to the courtroom. Pope Leo's health scare and Kimberly Guilfoyle's abrupt exit lead the headlines. Halle Berry's custody war escalates, RHOP's Mia Thornton faces serious charges, and Stephanie Mills calls out Lady Gaga in a story you have to hear. Pleasure P reveals his demands, Beyoncé and Kelly Rowland give back to Houston, and comedian Rita Brent goes to war against AI flyers. Dr. MJ Collier breaks down ADHD for Wellness Wednesday, Tyreek Hill takes a legal hit, and the WNBA finals are set. Plus, Tupac's sister speaks out as Keffe D gets 40 years to life, and a lucky listener wins a cruise. You'll have to tune in to find out how it all unfolds.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Comedian Rita Brent hijacks Fix It Jesus to declare all-out war on AI event flyers — complete with a farewell song you have to hear to believe. The front page covers a tragic Six Flags update, new Noland Wells phone records, Cornell fraternity sanctions, and Trump's new press secretary "Malibu Katie" who has the whole internet talking. Sports breaks down Tyreek Hill's legal fallout and previews a WNBA finals showdown. And Tupac's sister delivers a devastating victim impact statement as Keffe D is sentenced to 40 years to life for the murder that changed hip-hop forever.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Gary With The Tea spills on Halle Berry's intensifying custody battle with ex Oliver Martinez — and the teenage daughter whose testimony could change everything. Then Real Housewives of Potomac star Mia Thornton lands in legal trouble over allegations that will make your jaw drop. The Good, the Bad, and the What the Hell brings a heartwarming wedding miracle, a professor caught in a truly disgusting habit, and a coworker caught on hidden camera poisoning someone. Plus, Black Tony ends up in a situation with two callers you will never forget.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

From a stunning federal search to old celebrity drama and a history-making comedy milestone, this episode keeps the headlines moving and the laughs coming. The Rickey Smiley Morning Show crew examines the court-authorized search of Rep. Ilhan Omar’s Washington-area home by Homeland Security Investigations in an ongoing criminal probe focused on immigration paperwork completed when she was a child; Omar has not been charged, denies wrongdoing and calls the action political intimidation. The team also breaks down Cassie Ventura’s effort to permanently dismiss Clayton Howard’s $35 million lawsuit, with her attorneys arguing that his latest claims conflict with earlier filings; a judge previously dismissed the claims against Ventura but allowed another amendment, and a hearing is scheduled for October 21.  On the lighter side, Saweetie brushes off Quavo’s renewed explanation for taking back the customized Bentley he gave her before their 2021 breakup, questioning why the story is still being discussed and saying she is glad he found God; the crew turns the moment into a spirited debate over whether gifts should ever be reclaimed after a relationship ends. Plus, Druski is reportedly headed to Studio 8H for the November 7 episode of Saturday Night Live, a booking that would make the viral comedian the show’s first host primarily known for work as a digital creator. The episode also celebrates Rickey Smiley’s Radio Hall of Fame induction, with Rickey crediting faith, service, discipline and the show’s community impact for the milestone.  Website: https://www.urban1podcasts.com/rickey-smiley-morning-show See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Druski is reportedly headed to Studio 8H for the November 7 episode of Saturday Night Live, a booking that would make the viral comedian the show’s first host primarily known for work as a digital creator.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Gary breaks down Cassie Ventura’s effort to permanently dismiss Clayton Howard’s $35 million lawsuit, with her attorneys arguing that his latest claims conflict with earlier filings; a judge previously dismissed the claims against Ventura but allowed another amendment, and a hearing is scheduled for October 21. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.