MADD HATTA SHOW PODCAST

Karl "Special K" Douglas of the Rickey Smiley Morning Show recently chopped it up with The Madd Hatta on the Madd Hatta Show and shared a humorous and insightful story about his accidental foray into comedy and the unusual source of his encouragement. Special K reveals his introduction to comedy was by accident. He says he was a dancer and while superstar comedian Sommore, who hosted the male strip shows that he was funny. After observing him, she pull him to the side to give him a piece of advice. Special K states, "Sommore told me to keep it moving in this business. Get my weight up, get some practice under your belt and I'll put you on the road. She did just that. *Sidenote* Honestly, I'm not sure if he was a dancer and he was just being funny but it was a funny anecdote. It turns out she was right about his future as he has carved a successful stand up and morning show co-host career on the number one syndicated radio show in the country. Special K also has a new book, "Man Laws: The Unquestionable Rules for Real Men, by Real Men," a collection of humorous, "common sense" rules and etiquette designed for men, stemming from his popular "Man Law" segment on the Rickey Smiley Morning Show. It serves as a pocket guide to navigating life with "masculine" standards, covering what constitutes a "Man Law Violation".

Driven by the powerful mantra "where there is vision, there is provision," Charity Carter is fundamentally transforming the landscape of Missouri City, Texas. In a stirring Women's History Month interview with The Madd Hatta, Carter detailed her journey from a young dancer to a powerhouse developer and founder of the Edison Arts Foundation. By spearheading the Edison Lofts—a 126-unit affordable housing complex—and the upcoming seven-acre Cultural Arts Center, she is creating a holistic "Campus of Hope" that blends high-quality arts programming with essential community resources. Despite the challenges of navigating commercial real estate as a woman of color, Carter’s commitment to staying "local, touchable, and accountable" serves as a masterclass in modern community empowerment and visionary leadership.

From the stages of Def Comedy Jam to the silver screen in Poetic Justice, Joe Torry has long been a pillar of Black excellence in entertainment. In a recent conversation with Houston’s Madd Hatta, the legendary comedian reflected on his historic roots while unveiling his next major move: Soul TV. Rather than waiting for Hollywood’s permission, Torry is launching his own free streaming platform this April, featuring over 1,500 titles and fresh stand-up specials. By prioritizing community ownership and independent storytelling, Torry is proving that his legacy isn't just about 90s nostalgia—it’s about building a digital empire for the next generation.