Politics, celebrity romance, and one unforgettable mortgage-rate flex collide in a packed episode of The Rickey Smiley Morning Show. The crew reacts as Nicki Minaj doubles down on her support for President Donald Trump, urges young Americans to participate in local elections and the 2026 midterms, and tells them to “vote red,” while praising Trump as authentic and criticizing Democrats’ ties to pop culture. Gary With the Tea then unpacks reports that Megan Thee Stallion may be dating New York celebrity jeweler Eliantte, whose real name is Elliot Avianne; neither has publicly confirmed the rumored relationship. The laughs continue with Yung Miami’s livestream exchange, where a married man turns down her compliment-driven advances by proudly citing his wife, two daughters, and 2.75% mortgage rate—setting off a hilarious debate about loyalty, rejection, and whether she was actually embarrassed. The conversation shifts to the economy as the administration’s ban on roughly $1 billion in Canadian imports—including selected alcoholic beverages, whey-based dairy products, and motorcycles—takes effect amid an escalating trade dispute, even though the targeted goods represent only a small share of total U.S.-Canada commerce. LeToya Luckett also joins the crew to preview the One Voyage Cruise, sharing her love of Virgin Voyages’ food, entertainment, and destinations, offering packing tips for Scarlet Night, and reflecting on acting, music, hosting, Tyler Perry, and the possibility of a Destiny’s Child reunion. Along the way, listeners get the show’s signature mix of prayer, news, sports, tech tips, celebrity tea, and nonstop comedy. Website: https://www.urban1podcasts.com/rickey-smiley-morning-show See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
