Urban One has announced it has struck a deal with Rickey Smiley for him to continue his morning show.
The Rickey Smiley Morning Show is currently heard on 89 affiliates across the nation.
The contract extension for Smiley comes before the launch of his podcast series Rickey Smiley On The Spot. Debuting on March 24th, the new series will include 35-minute episodes with conversations featuring some of the biggest names in music and entertainment.
“I am so excited to continue my partnership with Urban One and Reach Media,” said Smiley. “I’m eternally grateful to Ms. Hughes, Alfred Liggins, Deon Levingston, and Colby Colb for believing in me all these years. I could not do any of this without the most amazing team of talented people I am blessed to work with every day, who keep it real, keep it fresh, and keep our fans informed and laughing every day. The future is bright with the best yet to come.”
“Rickey is a cornerstone of the Urban One brand, and we are thrilled to expand his footprint with a show that captures his natural comedic rhythm in such an intimate way,” said Urban One Audio Division Co-President Deon Levingston. “By expanding on Rickey’s popularity with our listeners and creating a new programming opportunity, we are providing a platform that not only uplifts Black voices but also creates a premium, culturally resonant environment for our listeners and brand partners alike.”
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