RICKEY SMILEY IN THE TRAP | 85 SOUTH SHOW PODCAST | 10.03.25
Comedian Ricky Smiley Charts Journey from College Hustles to Hulu Special
Explore comedian Ricky Smiley’s journey from selling liquor in college stadiums to navigating TV edits covering negative appraisals, alongside crucial updates regarding upcoming 85 South Show tours and platform logistics.
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- Recount a past revenue stream where the guest made $1,000 selling Cokes laced with liquor at college games.
- Detail Ricky Smiley’s strategy for handling a negative appearance on Showtime at the Apollo by leveraging broadcast editing.
- Receive live updates regarding upcoming 85 South Show tours (Nashville, South Haven, Charlotte) and logistics for the "Mayback for Manny" charity drive.
- Understand the pricing structure for the Channel 85 streaming service ($8.50/month or $85/year).
This episode features comedian Ricky Smiley detailing his early start in the competitive 90s comedy scene, which involved unique side hustles and early struggles like being booed on national television. The hosts also integrate significant self-promotion, covering upcoming live show dates for the 85 South Show, and a deep dive into the content and access model of their proprietary Channel 85 streaming service.
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Top Comments (10)
I guess they ain’t paying JON right, he over here playing Keith Sweat instead of some pimpin 😂😂
I enjoy watching regular conversations like this for some reason
I love Rickey 😂 when he did the prank calls 📞🤙🏾
“Broke all in his car.. mosquitoes bit him” 😂😂😂 KDub a damn fool
All Rickey Smiley ever want is to get his flowers, which are well desereved. That's why I forever rock with 85 South Show and Karlous! Real genuine love and respect.
Social media has really spoiled me 😌 I can watch people have a conversation, not have to participate, and dont have to feel awkward for getting in on the laugh because we don’t know each other 😅 thanks guys!
DC should been here for this one
K dubb too funny bruh he make the most simple stuff hilarious. "Shoutout Ricky Smiley them sharks ain't gone do nothing u can feed em out yo hand!" 😂😂😂😂😂😂
Remember unconditional love has no conditions. We’re a piece to this puzzle of life , it’s all connected.
Everybody remembers the lady frying chicken in the bed 😂😂
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Top Comments (10)
I guess they ain’t paying JON right, he over here playing Keith Sweat instead of some pimpin 😂😂
I enjoy watching regular conversations like this for some reason
I love Rickey 😂 when he did the prank calls 📞🤙🏾
“Broke all in his car.. mosquitoes bit him” 😂😂😂 KDub a damn fool
All Rickey Smiley ever want is to get his flowers, which are well desereved. That's why I forever rock with 85 South Show and Karlous! Real genuine love and respect.
Social media has really spoiled me 😌 I can watch people have a conversation, not have to participate, and dont have to feel awkward for getting in on the laugh because we don’t know each other 😅 thanks guys!
DC should been here for this one
K dubb too funny bruh he make the most simple stuff hilarious. "Shoutout Ricky Smiley them sharks ain't gone do nothing u can feed em out yo hand!" 😂😂😂😂😂😂
Remember unconditional love has no conditions. We’re a piece to this puzzle of life , it’s all connected.
Everybody remembers the lady frying chicken in the bed 😂😂