Stephen A. Smith is a New York Times Bestselling Author, Executive Producer, host of ESPN's First Take, and co-host of NBA Countdown.

The Stephen A. Smith Show, featuring a mix of political commentary, sports analysis, and personal reflections. Here's a quick breakdown of the major segments and themes:

🔹 Opening Remarks
Stephen A. thanks his audience for their support on YouTube and iHeartRadio.
Promotes his book Straight Shooter.

🔹 Political Commentary: “The Big Beautiful Bill”
Focus: President Trump’s proposed legislation.
GOP Perspective: Emphasizes tax cuts, border security, and deficit reduction.
Democratic Perspective: Criticizes the bill for cutting healthcare, increasing the deficit, and harming vulnerable populations.
Stephen A.’s Take: Skeptical of both sides, concerned about healthcare losses and economic consequences.

🔹 Zoran Mamdani & Democratic Socialism
Context: Mamdani wins NYC Democratic mayoral primary.
Stephen A.’s Concerns:

Warns that Mamdani’s progressive agenda (e.g., free childcare, rent freezes, city-run grocery stores) could alienate centrist voters.
Believes the Democratic Party risks national losses if it embraces far-left policies.
Strong defense of capitalism and skepticism of “free” services.

🔹 NBA Free Agency & Trade Talk
Key Moves: KD to Rockets, Desmond Bane to Magic, Porzingis to Atlanta, etc.
Knicks Focus: Hopes for Giannis, critiques of current roster and coaching uncertainty.
WNBA Expansion: Applauds growth, attributes much of it to the “Caitlin Clark Effect.”

🔹 Personal Reflections & Media Criticism
Responds to critics about playing solitaire during a game.
Defends his work ethic and role in sports media.
Addresses rumors about Max Kellerman and other media personalities.
Promises a more fiery return after his vacation.

 

Stephen A. Smith is a New York Times Bestselling Author, Executive Producer, host of ESPN's First Take, and co-host of NBA Countdown.
The Stephen A. Smith Show, featuring a mix of political commentary, sports analysis, and personal reflections. Here's a quick breakdown of the major segments and themes:
<hr>
🔹 Opening Remarks
<ul>
<li>Stephen A. thanks his audience for their support on YouTube and iHeartRadio.</li>
<li>Promotes his book Straight Shooter.</li>
</ul>
<hr>
🔹 Political Commentary: &ldquo;The Big Beautiful Bill&rdquo;
<ul>
<li>Focus: President Trump&rsquo;s proposed legislation.</li>
<li>GOP Perspective: Emphasizes tax cuts, border security, and deficit reduction.</li>
<li>Democratic Perspective: Criticizes the bill for cutting healthcare, increasing the deficit, and harming vulnerable populations.</li>
<li>Stephen A.&rsquo;s Take: Skeptical of both sides, concerned about healthcare losses and economic consequences.</li>
</ul>
<hr>
🔹 Zoran Mamdani &amp; Democratic Socialism
<ul>
<li>Context: Mamdani wins NYC Democratic mayoral primary.</li>
<li>Stephen A.&rsquo;s Concerns:
<ul>
<li>Warns that Mamdani&rsquo;s progressive agenda (e.g., free childcare, rent freezes, city-run grocery stores) could alienate centrist voters.</li>
<li>Believes the Democratic Party risks national losses if it embraces far-left policies.</li>
<li>Strong defense of capitalism and skepticism of &ldquo;free&rdquo; services.</li>
</ul>
</li>
</ul>
<hr>
🔹 NBA Free Agency &amp; Trade Talk
<ul>
<li>Key Moves: KD to Rockets, Desmond Bane to Magic, Porzingis to Atlanta, etc.</li>
<li>Knicks Focus: Hopes for Giannis, critiques of current roster and coaching uncertainty.</li>
<li>WNBA Expansion: Applauds growth, attributes much of it to the &ldquo;Caitlin Clark Effect.&rdquo;</li>
</ul>
<hr>
🔹 Personal Reflections &amp; Media Criticism
<ul>
<li>Responds to critics about playing solitaire during a game.</li>
<li>Defends his work ethic and role in sports media.</li>
<li>Addresses rumors about Max Kellerman and other media personalities.</li>
<li>Promises a more fiery return after his vacation.</li>
</ul>
<hr>
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On The Stephen A. Smith Show, Smith gives you his renowned point of view, breaking barriers beyond the world of sports, and tackling pertinent issues across entertainment, pop culture, society, business, and politics. Three times a week, you'll hear his unfiltered opinions on the day’s biggest headlines as well as straight-shooting interviews with top celebrities, game-changers, and thought leaders across the societal arena. The Stephen A. Smith Show is sure to entertain, inform, and motivate anyone who tunes in.

On The Stephen A. Smith Show, Smith gives you his renowned point of view, breaking barriers beyond the world of sports, and tackling pertinent issues across entertainment, pop culture, society, business, and politics. Three times a week, you'll hear his unfiltered opinions on the day’s biggest headlines as well as straight-shooting interviews with top celebrities, game-changers, and thought leaders across the societal arena. The Stephen A. Smith Show is sure to entertain, inform, and motivate anyone who tunes in.

The Stephen A. Smith Show

Full Show:  Caitlin Clark Effect | NBA Free Agency & Trade Talk | Warns about Mamdani’s progressive agenda.

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