Russell Simmons Presents The . . .

Russell Simmons' name is in the title -- he's an executive producer -- but it's JB Smoove who is front and center as host of this stand-up showcase, which features a roster of rising comics and veteran stars doing their thing. Smoove gets into the act as well with new material, and JB (real name: Jerry Brooks) also gives viewers an added bonus by performing in pre-taped sketches woven into each episode. …