The Breakfast Club INTERVIEW: Jonesy Opens Up About Reconnecting With DJ Envy, Radio History, Wendy Williams, Tina Knowles + More
Jun 18, 2025
Miss Jones, a pioneering radio personality, shares her remarkable journey as the first black woman to host a syndicated morning show. She reflects on her evolution from R&B singer to radio icon, discussing resiliency and the hurdles women face in the industry. The conversation touches on her reunion with DJ Envy, her history with Wendy Williams, and relationships with heavyweights like Tina Knowles. Jonesy also shares humorous celebrity encounters, her upcoming TV talk show, and the importance of community support in navigating life's challenges.
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DJ Envy's Support for Jones
- DJ Envy helped Jones negotiate a fair salary when she joined Hot 97 mornings, instantly bonding them like siblings.
- He credits her for teaching him radio skills like interviewing and teasing topics effortlessly.
Radio Is Always Business
- Understanding that radio is business helps detach personal feelings.
- This mindset simplifies focusing on performing the show despite industry challenges.
Diddy Used Jones' Music for Mary
- Diddy took Miss Jones' mixtape music and used it for Mary J. Blige's remix album before Jones' debut.
- Ron G protected Jones, refusing to give Diddy her tapes, but Diddy deceived him to get the music anyway.