The Stephen A. Smith 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/@stephenasmithSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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/@stephenasmithSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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. comments on the shooting at Abundant Life Christian School in Madison, Wisconsin, he sounds off on people questioning if he is now a Republican, and the inconsistencies in the story of rapper Jay-Z's sexual assault accuser. He recaps his ‘Duel in the Dust’ three-point shooting challenge against Kenny “The Jet” Smith and the “Inside the NBA” crew, discusses “All the Smoke” host Stephen Jackson’s comments about Stephen A's career success, the Buffalo Bills' 48-42 win over the Detroit Lions and quarterback Josh Allen as the League MVP, and ongoing reports of mystery drone sightings in New Jersey. Stephen A comments on the shooting at Abundant Life Christian School in Madison, Wisconsin, he sounds off on people questioning if he is a Republican now and shares his thoughts on the inconsistencies in the story of rapper Jay-Z’s sexual assault accuser.  Stephen A. recaps his ‘Duel in the Dust’ three-point shooting challenge against Kenny “The Jet” Smith and the “Inside the NBA” crew. He also comments on “All the Smoke” host Stephen Jackson’s comments on Stephen A’s career success. In the NFL, he talks about the Buffalo Bills’ 48-42 win over the Detroit Lions and quarterback Josh Allen as potential League MVP. Stephen A. discusses the ongoing reports of mystery drone sightings in New Jersey and answers viewer questions, including which city in the United States has the best-looking women.Support the show: http://www.youtube.com/@stephenasmithSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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/@stephenasmithSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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/@stephenasmithSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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/@stephenasmithSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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. talks about his face-off against TNT host, Kenny Smith in a free-throw challenge dubbed.Support the show: http://www.youtube.com/@stephenasmithSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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 civil lawsuit against rapper Jay-Z with ABC and ESPN Legal Analyst Ryan Smith. In the sports world, he comments on San Francisco 49ers linebacker De’Vondre Campbell refusing to take the field in the NFL Thursday Night game against the Los Angeles Rams, Bronny James dropping 30 points in the 106-100 loss to the Valley Suns, and Colorado Buffaloes wide receiver, Travis Hunter winning top offensive and defensive awards, and College “Football Player of the Year.” He also comments on Indiana Fever’s Caitlin Clark acknowledging her WNBA predecessors and white privilege and the Justice Department’s investigation of the FBI for having 26 confidential informants present during the January 6th insurrection. Stephen A. discusses the civil lawsuit against rapper Jay-Z with ABC and ESPN Legal Analyst Ryan Smith. They discuss the allegation that Jay-Z allegedly drugged and raped a 13-year-old girl at a 2000 VMA’s afterparty with Sean “Diddy” Combs, Jay-Z’s public response, and his longstanding partnership with the NFL. Stephen A. talks about his face-off against TNT host, Kenny Smith in a free-throw challenge dubbed, “The Duel in the Dust” airing on ESPN, San Francisco 49ers linebacker De’Vondre Campbell refusing to take the field in the Thursday Night NFL game against the Los Angeles Rams, Indiana Fever’s Caitlin Clark acknowledging her WNBA predecessors and white privilege, Bronny James dropping 30 points in the 106-100 loss to the Valley Suns, and Colorado Buffaloes wide receiver Travis Hunter winning top offensive and defensive honors, including College “Football Player of the Year” at the 34th Annual Associated Press College Football Awards.  Stephen A. comments on the Justice Department’s investigation of the FBI for having 26 confidential informants present during the January 6th insurrection.  Support the show: http://www.youtube.com/@stephenasmithSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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/@stephenasmithSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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. answers viewer questions, including whether the New York Jets will ever do anything to alleviate the heartache of their fans, and more,Support the show: http://www.youtube.com/@stephenasmithSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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. interviews singer/songwriter, Mario, about his BET+ holiday film, “Style Me for Christmas,” new album, “Glad You Came,” and upcoming tour with Mary J. Blige and Ne-Yo. Stephen A's nephew, Josh, also joins him in-studio to help answer viewer romance questions.Support the show: http://www.youtube.com/@stephenasmithSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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/@stephenasmithSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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. comments on the civil lawsuit against rapper/entrepreneur Jay Z in the alleged rape of a 13-year-old girl in 2000 with Sean “Diddy” Combs at a VMA’s after party and his response to the lawsuit.Support the show: http://www.youtube.com/@stephenasmithSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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/@stephenasmithSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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. comments on the civil lawsuit against rapper/entrepreneur Jay Z in the alleged rape of a 13-year-old girl in 2000 with Sean “Diddy” Combs at a VMA’s after party and his response to the lawsuit, and the public sympathy for Luigi Mangione, the alleged gunman in the murder of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson. In sports news, he interviews the #1 high school basketball player in the nation, AJ Dyantsa, and his father about his commitment to Brigham Young University, comments made by ESPN’s Michael Wilbon that the Golden State Warriors should trade for LeBron James, and Indiana Fever’s Caitlin Clark being named the Time Magazine “Athlete of the Year.” He also answers viewer questions. Stephen A. discusses the civil lawsuit against rapper/entrepreneur Jay Z in the alleged rape of a 13-year-old girl in 2000 with Sean “Diddy” Combs at a VMA’s after party and his response to the lawsuit, and the public sympathy for Luigi Mangione, the alleged gunman in the murder of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson. Stephen A. interviews the nation’s #1 high school basketball player, AJ Dybantsa, and his father on his commitment to Brigham Young University, the historic Nike NIL deal, and NBA aspirations.   Stephen A. comments on ESPN’s Michael Wilbon’s assertion that the Golden State Warriors should trade for LeBron James and Indiana Fever’s Caitlin Clark being named the Time Magazine “Athlete of the Year.” He answers viewer questions, including whether the New York Jets will ever do anything to alleviate the heartache of their fans, and more,  Support the show: http://www.youtube.com/@stephenasmithSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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. interviews Emmy Award winner and New York Times Best Selling author and comedian Jim Gaffigan about his HULU standup comedy special, “The Skinny,” parenting teens, politics, upcoming tour with Jerry Seinfeld, and more.Support the show: http://www.youtube.com/@stephenasmithSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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/@stephenasmithSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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. interviews Emmy Award winner and New York Times Best Selling author and comedian Jim Gaffigan about his HULU standup comedy special, “The Skinny,” parenting teens, politics, upcoming tour with Jerry Seinfeld, and more.Support the show: http://www.youtube.com/@stephenasmithSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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/@stephenasmithSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Stephen A. interviews two-time NBA Champion and Los Angeles Clippers Head Coach Tyronn Lue about the team’s standing, Jeff Van Gundy joining the coaching staff, and season expectations. They also discuss injury-prone star player Kawhi Leonard, James Harden’s dominance, losing Paul George to the Philadelphia 76ers, playing at the new Intuit Dome, turning down the Los Angeles Lakers head coaching job, and Lue answers if the NBA has become soft in the modern era. Stephen A. answers NBA-related viewer calls, including whether the Boston Celtics’ Jayson Tatum should be taken more seriously, the Los Angeles Lakers’ chances of winning this season, and how the New York Knicks stack up with Karl Anthony Towns. He also answers viewer tweets, including if Shaquille O’Neal and Charles Barkley played a one-on-one game, who would collapse first. Whether college is still important, and how he handles fame as a parent.Support the show: http://www.youtube.com/@stephenasmithSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.