The Stephen A. Smith Show
Stephen A. Smith & SiriusXM
Stephen A. Smith is back with a fresh spin on his hit podcast — dropping new episodes of his SiriusXM radio show Straight Shooter with Stephen A. Smith™ every Thursday on all podcast platforms. This time, he's going BEYOND THE WORLD OF SPORTS, taking listener calls, and talking about everything on his mind — politics, pop culture, social issues, entertainment, news, and whatever else is making noise that week. Expect real talk, sharp takes, and big conversations with people you know (and some you’ll want to know). It’s Stephen A. like you’ve never heard him — multifaceted, unpredictable, and always on point.
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Feb 1, 2025 • 5min
Stephen A's Take: I had a Will Smith Intervention. What had happened was...
Stephen A. Smith is a New York Times Bestselling Author, Executive Producer, host of ESPN's First Take, and co-host of NBA Countdown.Support the show: http://www.youtube.com/@stephenasmith Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Feb 1, 2025 • 7min
Stephen A's Take: LaMelo Ball's All-star Snub. NBA adopting 10-minute quarters? Bronny's NBA saga continues.
Stephen A. Smith is a New York Times Bestselling Author, Executive Producer, host of ESPN's First Take, and co-host of NBA Countdown.Support the show: http://www.youtube.com/@stephenasmith Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Feb 1, 2025 • 1h 10min
Full Show: Will Smith returns as Grammy presenter. Can Diddy get a fair trial? Trump playing politics with DEI claim.
Stephen A. Smith is a New York Times Bestselling Author, Executive Producer, host of ESPN's First Take, and co-host of NBA Countdown. Stephen A. discusses President Donald Trump’s assertion that the American Airlines/Black Hawk helicopter crash over the Potomac River could have been due to DEI hiring policies. He comments on two new victims in a superseding indictment against Sean “Diddy” Combs, the five-part MAX docuseries, “The Fall of Diddy,” and entertainer Will Smith’s return as a Grammy Awards presenter. In the NBA, he talks about Colin Cowherd on Bronny James’ place on the Los Angeles Lakers, the Memphis Grizzlies 119 – 120 win over the Houston Rockets, and the Charlotte Hornets LaMelo Ball not being selected for the NBA All-Star Game, as well as NBA Commissioner Adam Silver floating the idea of 10-minute NBA quarters.Support the show: http://www.youtube.com/@stephenasmith Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Jan 30, 2025 • 33min
Interview Only: Black-ish creator Kenya Barris discusses his new “The Unusual Suspects” podcast.
Stephen A. Smith is a New York Times Bestselling Author, Executive Producer, host of ESPN's First Take, and co-host of NBA Countdown.Support the show: http://www.youtube.com/@stephenasmith Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Jan 30, 2025 • 6min
Stephen A’s Get@Me: The Great Debate: Obama vs Trump. Who would WIN?
Stephen A. Smith is a New York Times Bestselling Author, Executive Producer, host of ESPN's First Take, and co-host of NBA Countdown.Support the show: http://www.youtube.com/@stephenasmith Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Jan 30, 2025 • 15min
Stephen A’s Take: In regard to Bronny's poor play in the Philly game. I'm calling it like I see it.
Stephen A. Smith is a New York Times Bestselling Author, Executive Producer, host of ESPN's First Take, and co-host of NBA Countdown.Support the show: http://www.youtube.com/@stephenasmith Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Jan 29, 2025 • 1h 23min
Full Show: Influencer Druski stops by. Trump decisions creating widespread confusion. D'Aaron Fox trade Rumors.
Stephen A. Smith is a New York Times Bestselling Author, Executive Producer, host of ESPN's First Take, and co-host of NBA Countdown. Stephen A. discusses the public outcry over President Donald Trump’s chaotic executive orders affecting Federal programs like Medicaid/Medicare. Hollywood producer Kenya Barris joins the show to talk about his career success and new “The Unusual Suspects” podcast. PrizePicks influencer Druski stops by to talk about the PrizePicks Super Sweat contest. In the NBA, Stephen A. discusses Los Angeles Lakers head coach JJ Reddick’s decision to play Bronny James at the start of the Lakers 118 - 104 loss to the Philadelphia 76ers, and the trade rumors surrounding Sacramento Kings point guard, D’Aaron Fox.Support the show: http://www.youtube.com/@stephenasmith Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Jan 29, 2025 • 12min
Stephen A’s Take: Carmelo tells Pippen to leave Lebron alone. Stay focused on your beef with Jordan
Stephen A. Smith is a New York Times Bestselling Author, Executive Producer, host of ESPN's First Take, and co-host of NBA Countdown.Support the show: http://www.youtube.com/@stephenasmith Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Jan 28, 2025 • 16min
Interview Only: Rob Lowe blows up the show with his Sports Knowledge and hypes his game show.
Stephen A. Smith is a New York Times Bestselling Author, Executive Producer, host of ESPN's First Take, and co-host of NBA Countdown.Support the show: http://www.youtube.com/@stephenasmith Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Jan 28, 2025 • 19min
Stephen A's Quick Hitters: Trump bullies Columbia with tariffs to get deportations. JD Vance votes, Hegseth’s confirmed. Tuskegee Airman DEI Ban.
Stephen A. Smith is a New York Times Bestselling Author, Executive Producer, host of ESPN's First Take, and co-host of NBA Countdown.Support the show: http://www.youtube.com/@stephenasmith Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
