Comedian Rickey Smiley discusses his faith, family and overcoming setbacks. nd the importance of family.

Two-time Emmy and Three-time NAACP Image Award-winning, television Executive Producer Rushion McDonald, interview legendary comedian Rickey Smiley and discusses how it all started.   Rickey has been a comedian for more than 30 years.  He is constantly performing across the country and will be shooting a stand-up comedy special this year in his hometown of Birmingham, AL., now if you are ever in Birmingham, AL.  You must drop by his hometown comedy club, The Stardome, in Birmingham, where he regularly hosts his Karaoke Night on Mondays before sold-out crowds.  He is also an incredible chef, actor, author, television host, and award-winning radio host of a top-rated, nationally syndicated radio program. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.