On today’s Rickey Smiley Morning Show, we break down three stories that mix entertainment, emotion, and a healthy dose of humor. First, Teyana Taylor has announced emergency vocal cord surgery to remove a noncancerous growth affecting her voice. Though heartbreaking, she’s pressing pause on her upcoming commitments to prioritize healing, while still moving forward with the release of her short film Escape Room and album on August 22. 

Next, Ice Cube’s new War of the Worlds film has become the cinematic scandal of the summer, landing a rare 0% rating on Rotten Tomatoes. Critics and audiences alike are roasting the screenlife-style movie (set entirely through computer interfaces) as maddeningly bad, yet oddly entertaining. Even 50 Cent couldn’t resist trolling the flop, joking about the impossible feat of achieving a zero-percent consensus. 

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On today&rsquo;s Rickey Smiley Morning Show, we break down three stories that mix entertainment, emotion, and a healthy dose of humor. First, Teyana Taylor has announced emergency vocal cord surgery to remove a noncancerous growth affecting her voice. Though heartbreaking, she&rsquo;s pressing pause on her upcoming commitments to prioritize healing, while still moving forward with the release of her short film Escape Room and album on August 22.&nbsp;
Next, Ice Cube&rsquo;s new War of the Worlds film has become the cinematic scandal of the summer, landing a rare 0% rating on Rotten Tomatoes. Critics and audiences alike are roasting the screenlife-style movie (set entirely through computer interfaces) as maddeningly bad, yet oddly entertaining. Even 50 Cent couldn&rsquo;t resist trolling the flop, joking about the impossible feat of achieving a zero-percent consensus.&nbsp;
Website: <a href="https://www.urban1podcasts.com/the-morning-hustle">https://www.urban1podcasts.com/the-morning-hustle</a>&nbsp;

Yep, It's Finally Here! THE MORNING HUSTLE podcast w/ Lore’l and Kyle Santillian is the freshest program in broadcast with an entertaining, humorous, and informative take on urban pop culture from the Millennial and Generation Z point of view, meant to wake its audience to the beat of today's Hip Hop. The show offers listeners the unique chemistry of the hosts providing a rare authenticity and transparency that connects with the audience's lifestyle.

Yep, It's Finally Here! THE MORNING HUSTLE podcast w/ Lore’l and Kyle Santillian is the freshest program in broadcast with an entertaining, humorous, and informative take on urban pop culture from the Millennial and Generation Z point of view, meant to wake its audience to the beat of today's Hip Hop. The show offers listeners the unique chemistry of the hosts providing a rare authenticity and transparency that connects with the audience's lifestyle.

The Morning Hustle Podcast

Yep, It's Finally Here! THE MORNING HUSTLE podcast is the freshest program in broadcast with an entertaining, humorous, and informative take on urban pop culture from the Millennial and Generation Z point of view, meant to wake its audience to the beat of today's Hip Hop. The show offers listeners the unique chemistry of the hosts providing a rare authenticity and transparency that connects with the audience's lifestyle.

Yep, It's Finally Here! THE MORNING HUSTLE podcast is the freshest program in broadcast with an entertaining, humorous, and informative take on urban pop culture from the Millennial and Generation Z point of view, meant to wake its audience to the beat of today's Hip Hop. The show offers listeners the unique chemistry of the hosts providing a rare authenticity and transparency that connects with the audience's lifestyle.

The Morning Hustle

FULL EP | Beyoncé Tells Mom to Lay Off of Social Media Bit; Ice Cube Gets Zero Percent Rating with New Movie; Teyana Taylor Going for Emergency Vocal Surgery; and MORE  

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The Morning Hustle delivers a star-studded episode packed with candid conversations and real insight, as Lore’l sits down with some of the biggest voices in entertainment, faith, and sports media. 

Lore’l kicks things off with a lively fireside chat with the cast of The Chi, where the actors reflect on the show’s longevity, growing up on screen, and how fans sometimes blur the lines between their real lives and their characters. The conversation mixes humor with honesty, giving listeners a behind-the-scenes look at why the series continues to resonate season after season. Later, Kirk Franklin joins Lore’l to talk about his new music and the message behind his latest single, opening up about faith, vulnerability, and navigating spiritual growth in a changing cultural landscape. 

The episode also features a powerful sit-down with Joy Taylor, who speaks candidly about her journey in sports media, handling criticism, and maintaining confidence in a male-dominated industry. From entertainment to inspiration to unfiltered perspective, this episode of The Morning Hustle blends culture, purpose, and conversation in a way only Lore’l, Kyle, and Alton can deliver. 

Website: https://www.urban1podcasts.com/the-morning-hustle 

The Morning Hustle&nbsp;delivers a star-studded episode packed with candid conversations and real insight, as&nbsp;Lore&rsquo;l&nbsp;sits down with some of the biggest voices in entertainment, faith, and sports media.&nbsp;
Lore&rsquo;l&nbsp;kicks things off with a lively&nbsp;fireside chat with the cast of The Chi, where the actors reflect on the show&rsquo;s longevity, growing up on screen, and how fans sometimes blur the lines between their real lives and their characters. The conversation mixes humor with honesty, giving listeners a behind-the-scenes look at why the series continues to resonate season after season. Later,&nbsp;Kirk Franklin&nbsp;joins&nbsp;Lore&rsquo;l&nbsp;to talk about his&nbsp;new music&nbsp;and the message behind his latest single,&nbsp;opening up&nbsp;about faith, vulnerability, and navigating spiritual growth in a changing cultural landscape.&nbsp;
The episode also features a powerful sit-down with&nbsp;Joy Taylor,&nbsp;who speaks candidly about her journey in sports media, handling criticism, and&nbsp;maintaining&nbsp;confidence in a male-dominated industry. From entertainment to inspiration to&nbsp;unfiltered&nbsp;perspective, this episode of&nbsp;The Morning Hustle&nbsp;blends culture, purpose, and conversation in a way only&nbsp;Lore&rsquo;l, Kyle, and Alton can deliver.&nbsp;
Website:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.urban1podcasts.com/the-morning-hustle">https://www.urban1podcasts.com/the-morning-hustle</a>&nbsp;

FULL EP | Lore’l Fireside Chat with the cast of The Chi; Kirk Franklin talks new song with Lore’l; Joy Taylor talks being in sports media; and MORE  

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It was another headline-heavy Morning Hustle as the crew tackled culture, controversy, and celebrity moments that had everyone talking. The Lo’Down kicked off with Instacart facing backlash after a Consumer Reports investigation revealed AI-driven price differences, with some shoppers paying up to 23% more for the same groceries depending on location and profile—raising serious concerns about fairness, transparency, and price gouging at a time when food costs are already sky-high. 

The conversation then shifted to 21 Savage calling for unity in Atlanta, as the rapper publicly urged artists like Quavo, Offset, Future, and others to squash beefs for the sake of the city’s legacy and culture. The crew debated whether public pressure actually helps heal real-life conflicts or just adds fuel to already tense situations. Wrapping things up, the show discussed a viral moment from Mariah Carey’s concert, where a fan was caught on camera telling Rihanna to sit down while she was standing and cheering—sparking jokes, disbelief, and commentary about audacity, celebrity etiquette, and why you never play with Rihanna in public. 

Website: https://www.urban1podcasts.com/the-morning-hustle 

It was another headline-heavy Morning Hustle as the crew tackled culture, controversy, and celebrity moments that had everyone talking. The&nbsp;Lo&rsquo;Down&nbsp;kicked off with&nbsp;Instacart facing backlash after a Consumer Reports investigation revealed AI-driven price differences, with some shoppers paying up to 23% more for the same groceries depending on location and profile&mdash;raising serious concerns about fairness, transparency, and price gouging at a time when food costs are already sky-high.&nbsp;
The conversation then shifted to&nbsp;21 Savage calling for unity in Atlanta, as the rapper publicly urged artists like Quavo, Offset, Future, and others to squash beefs for the sake of the city&rsquo;s legacy and culture. The crew debated whether public pressure actually helps heal real-life conflicts or just adds fuel&nbsp;to already&nbsp;tense situations. Wrapping things up, the show discussed a viral moment from&nbsp;Mariah Carey&rsquo;s concert, where a fan was caught on camera telling&nbsp;Rihanna to sit down&nbsp;while she was standing and cheering&mdash;sparking jokes, disbelief, and commentary about audacity, celebrity etiquette, and why you never play with Rihanna in public.&nbsp;
Website:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.urban1podcasts.com/the-morning-hustle">https://www.urban1podcasts.com/the-morning-hustle</a>&nbsp;

FULL EP | Instacart under scrutiny for AI price raising; 21 Savage calling for unity in Atlanta; Fan tells Rihanna to sit down at Mariah Carey show; and MORE  

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The Morning Hustle keeps things buzzing as the crew breaks down some major moments shaking up music and entertainment right now. Nelly revealed that the St. Lunatics are officially working on a new album, set for 2026 and executive produced by Metro Boomin, a surprising reunion considering the group’s long-standing legal disputes and years of tension. The Hustlers debate whether nostalgia plus Metro’s hit-making touch can successfully reintroduce the group to a new generation—or if some things are better left in the past. 

The Lo’Down also highlights Cam’ron landing a major hosting role for the Jake Paul vs. Anthony Joshua pre-fight event, signaling another hip-hop crossover into mainstream sports commentary. Meanwhile, family drama takes center stage as Brandy reportedly kicks Ray J and his girlfriend off the “Boy Is Mine” tour, after Ray J’s ongoing antics and controversial comments crossed the line. Lore’l, Kyle, and Alton unpack whether Ray J’s behavior is attention-seeking or self-sabotage—and why Brandy finally had enough. 

Website: https://www.urban1podcasts.com/the-morning-hustle 

The Morning Hustle keeps things buzzing as the crew breaks down some major moments shaking up music and entertainment right now. Nelly revealed that the&nbsp;St. Lunatics are officially working on a new album, set for 2026 and&nbsp;executive produced by Metro Boomin, a surprising reunion considering the group&rsquo;s long-standing legal disputes and years of tension. The Hustlers debate whether nostalgia plus Metro&rsquo;s hit-making touch can successfully reintroduce the group to a new generation&mdash;or if some things are better left in the past.&nbsp;
The Lo&rsquo;Down also highlights&nbsp;Cam&rsquo;ron landing a major hosting role for the Jake Paul vs. Anthony Joshua pre-fight event, signaling another hip-hop crossover into mainstream sports commentary. Meanwhile, family drama takes center stage as&nbsp;Brandy reportedly kicks Ray J and his girlfriend off the &ldquo;Boy Is Mine&rdquo; tour, after Ray J&rsquo;s ongoing antics and controversial comments crossed the line. Lore&rsquo;l, Kyle, and Alton unpack whether Ray J&rsquo;s behavior is attention-seeking or self-sabotage&mdash;and why Brandy finally had enough.&nbsp;
Website:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.urban1podcasts.com/the-morning-hustle">https://www.urban1podcasts.com/the-morning-hustle</a>&nbsp;

FULL EP | Nelly and St. Lunatics working on new album with Metro Bommin; Cam’ron to host pre-fight event with Jake Paul v. Anthony Joshua; Brandy kicks Ray J and girlfriend off the Boy is Mine Tour; and MORE  

https://api.omny.fm/orgs/78a347aa-3282-4ac5-837c-a72300032082/clips/f3fc50d7-0b9e-467b-bd76-b3b6011685f8/transcript

FULL EP | Beyoncé Tells Mom to Lay Off of Social Media Bit; Ice Cube Gets Zero Percent Rating with New Movie; Teyana Taylor Going for Emergency Vocal Surgery; and MORE

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