Rickey Smiley on Kamala Harris, Grief and Healing Through Humor

In this episode of The A.R. Bernard Show, comedian, actor, and radio host Rickey Smiley joins Pastor Bernard in an open and honest discussion about the difficult journey of moving through grief, and the healing power of humor. Smiley reflects on the personal losses that have shaped his life, including the heartbreaking death of his son, and how his experiences are, unfortunately, relatable to many. He and A.R. Bernard explore how they’ve both experienced grief while finding resilience and healing through their faith. Smiley also shares insights from his latest book, Sideshow: Living with Loss and Moving Forward with Faith, offering a candid look at how laughter and faith have helped him move forward despite the challenges. He also touches on his recent conversation with Vice President Kamala Harris.

Rickey Smiley rose to fame with his hilarious prank calls and stand-up comedy, using his talent to blend humor with everyday experiences. Smiley is the host of the nationally syndicated Rickey Smiley Morning Show, where he delivers a mix of entertainment, humor, and social commentary. Beyond his entertainment career, Smiley is a passionate advocate for social causes, especially those that support youth and education. He is also an accomplished author and philanthropist, deeply committed to helping others through his work on and off the air.

Connect with Rickey Smiley on social media:

YouTube: Rickey Smiley
Facebook: Rickey Smiley Official
Instagram: @rickeysmileyofficial
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[bobbywilsonfunfaithfamilymusic]

Shalom, WAKE THAT MIND UP! Pastor Bernard, thanks for sharing this conversation with Rickey Smiley, I appreciate his transparency, his story is dope. Ricky mentioned "the brain is a muscle" use your mind, think, read, help others. Rickey Smiley, thank you.

[angelamciver]

Omg… Pastor, another amazing interview. Such a blessing! Thank you!

[emilylewin]

This episode came across as Very Sincere, heartfelt, vulnerable and informative! I’m sorry for loss, Pastor A.R. Bernard and Mr. Rickey Smiley🙏🏾🖤🙌🏾👏🏽👍🏾🙏🏾. Both of you, be Encouraged and lean on God, only he can carry you through!

[zolaudell]

I have just recently been listening to your podcast DR. BERNARD . This interview like all of the others was excellent. The honestly and transparency of your ministry and of your guests is much needed in our times. Thank you. I pray that many more people will take the opportunity to hear the podcasts in the future ❤

[TheJazzSphere]

Thank you for this show. These talks are thought provoking. Peace and blessings to you all.

[dorothywhittington]

It’s hard when you loose a son who had just cooked breakfast for you. He laid down because he said he wasn’t feeling well. He was going to cook dinner. It was Palm Sunday 2024. I went in his room to check on him and he was dead. I sill see grief on my face. God is so good. He has been with me.
Coroner said it was an accidental over dose.😢

[angelamatt]

Thank you for this powerful interview. Thank you for standing on the biblical principle of man is a man and a woman a woman.

[sherrywarren]

Thank you so much!
This was a wonderful interview with Rickey Smiley.
I love him dearly and I pray for him every day. ❤

[belindawashington]

Mr Smiley great interview ! You are truly GOD'S WHISPER ❤ Don't stop!!!

[CherylGresham]

Oh wow I missed out was out Amen was unable at that moment .. Amen and Amen.

[LorettaKilgore-nhnw]

This is why as Black Democrat I am voting Republicans. Sick of all miss information about Trump. But don't talk about what Harris didn't wrong. God bless AMERICA. Black mother for Trump. He will take up Harris even if she wrong. Black Democrat vetoed Republicans. He sounds like a fool

[LorettaKilgore-nhnw]

All lies and hatred, Black Christian Mother for Trump!!