
The Stephen A. Smith Show
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Ep 325Stephen A's Take: Get@Me Tweets - Stephen A responds to fans questions from social media!
Stephen A. Smith is a New York Times Bestselling Author, Executive Producer, host of ESPN's First Take, and co-host of NBA Countdown. Special Fan Edition of Get@Me, Stephen A. Smith responds to fan questions from social media! Now, if you have a video question, please copy the link to your URL and submit your question: https://www.3815media.com/sas/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.

Ep 324Stephen A's Take: Get@Me Phone Calls - Stephen A. Smith responds to fans phone call questions!
Stephen A. Smith is a New York Times Bestselling Author, Executive Producer, host of ESPN's First Take, and co-host of NBA Countdown. Special Fan Edition of Get@Me, Stephen A. Smith responds to phone call questions from fans! Now, if you have a video question, please copy the link to your URL and submit your question: https://www.3815media.com/sas/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.

Ep 323Stephen A's Take: John Hope Bryant - Financial Literacy is the Civil Rights of this Generation. Your credit score matters!
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.

Ep 322Full Show: Special Get@Me Fan Edition of Stephen A. Smith responding to fan social media questions, phone calls and video submissions.
Stephen A. Smith is a New York Times Bestselling Author, Executive Producer, host of ESPN's First Take, and co-host of NBA Countdown. Special Fan Edition of Stephen A. Smith responding to fan tweets, phone calls and video questions. Now, if you have a video question, please copy the link to your URL and submit your question: https://www.3815media.com/sas/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.

Ep 321Stephen A's Take: Skip Bayless is a Pioneer for Debate Television!
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.

Ep 320Interview: Patrick Bet-David Part 2
Stephen A. Smith is a New York Times Bestselling Author, Executive Producer, host of ESPN's First Take, and co-host of NBA Countdown. In part two of this special edition of the Stephen A. Smith Show, Stephen A. continues his conversation with Valuetainment Media Founder/CEO and PBD podcast host, Patrick Bet-David about the upcoming presidential election, his most memorable guests, and the one guest he still hopes to interview. 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 LIVE 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.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.

Ep 319Interview: Patrick Bet-David Part 1
Stephen A. Smith is a New York Times Bestselling Author, Executive Producer, host of ESPN's First Take, and co-host of NBA Countdown. In part one of this special edition of the Stephen A. Smith Show, Stephen A. sits down with Valuetainment Media Founder/CEO and PBD Podcast host, Patrick Bet-David, to discuss, the upcoming presidential election, his American journey, family, and business success. 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 LIVE 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.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.

Ep 318Stephen A's Take: Olympic Coach Kerr, Jayson benched, now starting?
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.

Ep 317Full Show: Donald Trump disrespects NABJ and VP Harris, I have more to say on Jayson Tatum not starting in Olympics.
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 Donald Trump’s disastrous appearance at the NABJ Convention and his longstanding history of attacks on the racial identities of Kamala Harris and other politicians of color. In Paris Olympics news, he talks about the USA Men’s Basketball team’s win over South Sudan and the player roster. Stephen A comments on Donald Trump’s disastrous appearance at the NABJ Convention and his longstanding history of attacks on the racial identities of Kamala Harris and other candidates of color.In Paris Olympics news, Stephen A. talks about the USA Men’s Basketball team’s win over South Sudan and the player roster.Stephen A. answers viewer Tweets. 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 LIVE 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.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.

Ep 316Stephen A's Take: NABJ welcomed Trump, Roland Martin warned you!
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.

Ep 315Stephen A's Take: Caitlin Clark is Box Office. TEAM USA Women draw smallest Olympic Crowd.
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.

Ep 314Stephen A's Take: Roland Martin says No to Trump, NABJ says Yes!
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.

Ep 313Full Show: Trump speaks at Black Conference, Comments about Benched Olympic, NBA Champion, Caitlin Clark should not be on 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. Stephen A. discusses the uproar surrounding Donald Trump speaking at the National Association of Black Journalists convention. In Paris Olympics news, he comments on Team USA Men’s Basketball’s Jayson Tatum being added to the lineup against South Sudan and the low attendance for Team USA Women’s Basketball. He talks about Project 2025 director, Paul Dans, of the Heritage Foundation, stepping down. 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 LIVE 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.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.

Ep 312Stephen A's Take: Olympic Games Opening draws the ire of Republicans!
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.

Ep 311Full Show: Cowboys' Contract Problems. Olympic Games: K. Durant soared, and NBA Champion sat, Injured Simone Biles Dominates!
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 a Paris Olympics opening ceremony controversy, Team USA Men’s Basketball win over Serbia, and Team USA Women’s gymnast Simone Biles’ domination. In NFL news, he talks about quarterback Jordan Love’s lucrative contract extension with the Green Bay Packers, and the Dallas Cowboys prolonged re-signing of top players CeeDee Lamb, Dak Prescott, Micah Parsons, and Zach Martin. 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 LIVE 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.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.

Ep 310Stephen A's Take: America's Team Number #1 in Value and Player Contract Issues.
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.

Ep 309Stephen A's Take: One NFL Season and Jordan Love gets Mega-Paid. Dak Prescott's very Happy!
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 quarterback Jordan Love’s lucrative contract extension with the Green Bay Packers and the Dallas Cowboys' prolonged re-signing of Dak Prescott.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.

Ep 308Interview: Former ESPN and now Fox News Will Cain - Still A Fan, but not hyping the Dallas Cowboys.
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.

Ep 307Interview: Fox News Will Cain - Defends Trump, but knows VP Kamala is not Biden.
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.

Ep 306Interview: ESPN Brian Windhorst - Olympic Gold will Not Be Easy. Kicks off TEAM USA vs Two-time MVP Jokic.
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.

Ep 305Stephen A's Take: New NBA Deal, Charles Barkley says "It just Sucks."
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.

Ep 304Full Show: Skip Bayless is a Pioneer. Trump Afraid to Debate? Will Cain Defends Trump! TEAM USA will be challenged this Olympics
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 politics with Fox News host Will Cain, including President Barack Obama’s endorsement of V.P. Kamala Harris, the momentum within the Democratic party among white women and young voters, and Donald Trump seemingly backing out of the upcoming presidential debate. In sports news, he comments on Charles Barkley’s statement about the new NBA TV deal, and FS1 Undisputed Host Skip Bayless labeling himself the Most Hated Person in Sports Media. ESPN NBA Insider, Brian Windhorst joins the show live from the Paris Olympics to discuss TEAM USA basketball. 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 LIVE 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.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.

Ep 303Stephen A's Take: Boiling Water led to the Police shooting death of Sonya Massey.
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 fatal shooting of Sonya Massey, a Black woman, by an Illinois Sheriff’s Deputy.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.

Ep 301Full Show: Black Woman shot three times by Police, because of boiling water. NBA rejects TNT offer. Ben Simmons cost Joel Embiid
Stephen A. Smith is a New York Times Bestselling Author, Executive Producer, host of ESPN's First Take, and co-host of NBA Countdown. A pissed off Stephen A. discusses the fatal shooting of Sonya Massey, a Black woman, by an Illinois Sheriff’s Deputy. In sports news, he comments on the new NBA TV deal, Carmelo Anthony’s assertion about Jayson Tatum, and Joel Embiid’s GOAT proclamation. He also talks about Bill Belichick turning down a San Francisco 49ers job and US Open Tennis Champion Coco Gauff being named a Paris Olympics flag-bearer. 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 LIVE 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.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.

Ep 302Stephen A's Take: NBA told TNT to kick rocks. Ben Simmons cost Joel Embiid NBA Glory. Carmello Anthony recognizes Star Power.
Stephen A. Smith is a New York Times Bestselling Author, Executive Producer, host of ESPN's First Take, and co-host of NBA Countdown. NBA told TNT to kick rocks. The NBA announced new 11-year TV deals with incumbent ESPN and newcomers NBC and Amazon Prime Video, rejecting TNT Sports’ right to match. This could lead to a legal battle between the network and the league. The forthcoming agreements, worth $77 billion in total, with ESPN, NBC, and Amazon are not set to begin until the 2025-26 season. This means TNT could enter this season, its final under its current contract, with the specter of suing the league it is covering. Ben Simmons cost Joel Embiid. Carmello Anthony recognizes Star Power. 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.

Ep 300Stephen A's Take: WNBA All-Star MVP Arike is dissed again, and TEAM USA Needs to shoot better!
Stephen A. Smith is a New York Times Bestselling Author, Executive Producer, host of ESPN's First Take, and co-host of NBA Countdown. Arike Ogunbowale led Team WNBA to victory over Team USA by scoring 117-109 Saturday night at the WNBA All-Star game. As for this year’s snub, Ogunbowale acknowledged she withdrew herself from consideration due to the quote “politics” behind choosing players.She shared her reasoning on the Nightcap podcast with Shannon Sharpe and Chad Johnson before the All-Star game. Ok let’s talk about Team USA’s men's squad that overcame a 14-point deficit to beat South Sudan 101-100 this weekend.Lebron James scored a go-ahead basket with about seven seconds left to secure the victory. Meanwhile, James will serve as the flag-bearer for the United States at the 2024 Summer Olympics. Here’s the moment LeBron James discovered he will be the first US men’s basketball player to be selected as Flag Bearer.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.

Ep 299Stephen A's Take: VP Harris is the Chosen One, Trump and Vance changing political tactics.
Stephen A. Smith is a New York Times Bestselling Author, Executive Producer, host of ESPN's First Take, and co-host of NBA Countdown. President Joe Biden decided to put the country and the Democratic party first and NOT seek re-election in November. Biden made the surprise announcement Sunday and quickly endorsed VP Kamala Harris as his favorite to replace him at the top of the Democratic ticket. I’ll get to Kamala Harris in a moment. Still, I want to take this opportunity to acknowledge Biden’s decision not to seek a second term, which ended one of the longest political careers in American history. As news spread of Joe Biden’s decision not to seek re-election, high-profile democrats quickly endorsed Harris as their favorite candidate to replace him. Some of those names include Bill and Hillary Clinton, California Governor Gavin Newsom, Pennsylvania Governor Josh Shapiro, Georgia Senator Raphael Warnock, Illinois Senator Dick Durbin, and A.O.C. aka New York Congresswoman Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez who was once critical of both Joe Biden and Kamala Harris. The latest addition to the list is Nancy Pelosi, who had been notably silent in the immediate aftermath of the news. The new energy behind the presumptive Democratic nominee has been tangible in the last 24 hours, as the party has raised nearly 50 million dollars.Many feel that the former senator and prosecutor is the perfect candidate to take on Donald Trump and the Republicans. Donald Trump and new running mate J.D Vance. Both men hit the campaign trail this Saturday in Grand Rapids, Michigan.During the rally, Trump asked the crowd who they prefer he run against.Kamala Harris was met with boos while then-incumbent Joe Biden was cheered by the crowd. The next day, Sunday, Biden withdrew from his re-election campaign. 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.

Ep 298Interview: Stephen A challenges Democratic California Delegate to Stand Her Ground for VP Harris, Areva Martin
Stephen A. Smith is a New York Times Bestselling Author, Executive Producer, host of ESPN's First Take, and co-host of NBA Countdown. On this special edition, Stephen A. interviews CNN Legal Analyst, award-winning Civil Rights Attorney, and California Democratic delegate Areva Martin about the historic election of Vice President Kamala Harris as the presumptive Democratic Presidential nominee. 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.

Ep 297Interview: Roland Martin discusses VP Harris being endorsed by everyone, where are the Obamas, Project 2025 is worst than Jim Crow. VP
Stephen A. Smith is a New York Times Bestselling Author, Executive Producer, host of ESPN's First Take, and co-host of NBA Countdown. Roland Martin delivers breaking news, commentary, debates, and interviews on issues important to the African American community. Throughout his journalistic career, he has interviewed multiple U.S. presidents and Hollywood's top athletes and entertainers. Roland S. Martin is a journalist who has always maintained a clear sense of his calling. Many have bestowed upon him the moniker “The Voice Of Black America.”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.

Ep 296Full Show: Unfiltered Biden discussion, VP Harris says she's ready to WIN, Trump and Vance whining
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 Biden dropping out of the 2024 presidential race and endorsing Vice President Kamala Harris, and the GOP reaction. He also talks about WNBA All-Star Weekend, and Team USA’s victory over South Sudan. Political Correspondent Roland Martin joins the show. 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 LIVE 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.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.

Ep 295Interview: Taped prior to President Biden exit, John Hope Bryant is on a mission to create one million Black-owned businesses by 2030.
Stephen A. Smith is a New York Times Bestselling Author, Executive Producer, host of ESPN's First Take, and co-host of NBA Countdown. My guest was named to the 2024 TIME Magazine inaugural list of “The Closers,” eighteen global leaders working to close the racial wealth gap. He is a CNBC Contributor, host of the iHeart Radio podcast, “Money and Wealth”, the founder and CEO of Operation HOPE, Inc., the nation’s largest nonprofit provider of financial literacy, and one of LinkedIn’s “Top 10 Voice”. With over three million followers across social media platforms, he is on a mission to create one million Black-owned businesses by 2030. I’m always happy to learn how to make money from people doing it. Please welcome Mr. John Hope Bryant. John, how are you, sir? 1. Operation HOPE has worked to level the opportunity playing field for underserved America by connecting communities to the private sector through inclusive capitalism since 1992. How has it evolved? [OE has hundreds of offices across the country.] 2. In October 2020, during the pandemic, you and Shopify Founder/CEO Tobi Lütke launched the 1 Million Black Businesses Initiative (1MBB). Did I read right, today, you’ve helped 400,000 Black-owned businesses, representing 12% of all Black businesses in America? How did you do it? 3. You are one of the only Black authors with best-selling books on economics and business. Six to be exact. Tell me about your latest, Financial Literacy For All. 4. You founded the Financial Literacy for All Initiative with Walmart CEO Doug McMillion. Explain its mission. 5. You’ve said financial literacy is the civil rights issue of this generation. Explain why? 6. Your iHeart podcast series, “Straight Talk with John Hope Bryant,” has received over 100 million views, which led to a Facebook-sponsored episodic streaming series entitled, ‘Delivering the Memo,’ tell me about both. 7. You are Executive Chairman of The Promise Homes Company, the largest for-profit minority-controlled owner of institutional-quality, single-family residential rental homes in the U.S. In 2021, you recapitalized and sold Promise Homes into a new joint venture, successfully closing a $200M credit facility to grow the new housing joint venture. According to Black Enterprise, it was one of the largest capital raises by a Black-owned company in more than a decade. 8. Your work in financial empowerment has been recognized by five U.S. presidents and you’ve served as an advisor to three presidents from both parties. Your thoughts on the presidential election. Which candidate will be better for business? 9. You say that many people confuse making money with building wealth and that 70% of professional athletes are broke five years after retirement. 10. You spoke about how Boston Celtics’ Jaylen Brown should be the standard, why? 11. One episode of your show was called How to Become a Millionaire in Five Years. Give me 5 things everyone should be doing right now to reach that goal.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.

Ep 294Stephen A's Take: RNC gave Trump an Alley-Oop for a game winning dunk shot and he missed 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. Stephen A. recaps the final night of the Republican National Convention and comments on what the Democrats must do now to win the 2024 election.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.

Ep 293Stephen A's Take: NFL Flag Football maybe bigger than professional football worldwide.
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.

Ep 292WNBA Player of the Week: A'ja Wilson shines MVP style, Caitlin Clark and Angel Reese are paired up as teammates. The WNBA All-star game should be tweaked.
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 the WNBA All-Star game and crowns his WNBA Player of the Week.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.

Ep 291Stephen A's Take: Skip Bayless' FS1 run is over, but working at ESPN?
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 revisits his comments on former ESPN colleague Skip Bayless leaving FS1’s Undisputed and working at ESPN.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.

Ep 290Full Show: Trump blew his chance at the RNC, Skip Bayless at ESPN? WNBA Player of the Week and John Hope Bryant.
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. recaps Trump's final night of the Republican National Convention, the NFL’s new Youth Flag Football League and revisits his comments on former ESPN colleague, Skip Bayless leaving FS1’s “Undisputed”. He also talks about the WNBA All-Star game and crowns his WNBA Player of the Week. Operation HOPE Founder/Entrepreneur and Thought Leader, John Hope Bryant is also interviewed. 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 LIVE 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.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.

Ep 289Stephen A's Take: Comments on his former ESPN colleague Skip Bayless leaving FS1’s “Undisputed”.
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 his former ESPN colleague Skip Bayless leaving FS1’s “Undisputed” and the impact that he has had on the television landscape. It is expected that “Undisputed” will continue without Bayless.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.

Ep 288Stephen A's Take: Project 2025 is on the agenda, there are calls for Biden to step down and the Republican National Convention stars Amber Rose.
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 Democratic Rep Adam Schiff calling on Joe Biden to step down as the Democratic Presidential nominee, the Project 2025 agenda, and Amber Rose news from the Republican National Convention. 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.

Ep 287Full Show: Calls for Biden to step down, Details on Project 2025, Skip Bayless and FS1 part ways.
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 Democratic Rep Adam Schiff calling on Joe Biden to step down as the Democratic Presidential nominee, the Project 2025 agenda, and Amber Rose news from the Republican National Convention. He also comments on Bronny James’ performance at the NBA Summer League and Boston Celtics’ Jaylen Brown’s comments, the passing of NBA’s Joe “Jellybean” Bryant, father of Laker's Great, Kobe Bryant, and his former ESPN colleague Skip Bayless leaving ‘FS1’s Undisputed. 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 LIVE 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.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.

Ep 286Stephen A's Take: Trump Survived the shooting, Biden still has no plan, and we are caught in the middle.
Stephen A. Smith is a New York Times Bestselling Author, Executive Producer, host of ESPN's First Take, and co-host of NBA Countdown. Is it possible that the political games in American politics will have no winners, at least not now, less about working together and more about planning to undermine opposing administrations? Listen and you be the judge.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.

Ep 285Stephen A's Take: NY Knicks star saves billionaire owner $113 million and former tennis phenom overcomes discrimination.
Stephen A. Smith is a New York Times Bestselling Author, Executive Producer, host of ESPN's First Take, and co-host of NBA Countdown. He also talks about the contract extension of New York Knicks’ Jalen Brunson, which leaves an unprecedented' $113M on the table in his contract extension, and the Wimbledon Doubles Championship win by Taylor Townsend and Katerina Siniakova. Before Sunday, Townsend had reached two other doubles Slam finals, at the 2022 US Open and the 2023 French Open, losing at both. While most players will have their national associations to thank for such success at the top level, Townsend's story is quite the opposite.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.

Ep 284Interview: Discusses the mind games of social volatility that politicians and pundits play with Chris Cuomo.
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 system of finger-pointing that politicians and pundits play to win their parties inside favors instead of working together for the constituents who voted for them with Chris Cuomo. During his tenure at NewsNation, Mr. Cuomo has spoken with key political figures such as Gov. of California Gavin Newsom, former Gov. Chris Christie, presidential candidates Robert F. Kennedy, Jr. and Dean Phillips, and celebrities Kanye West, Sean Penn, Sherri Shepard, and Dr. Phil. He has also traveled to the frontlines of the war in Ukraine and at the start of the Israel-Hamas war.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.

Ep 283Full Show: Trump handed the Presidential election, Politicians and Pundits create problems, but point their fingers at us, and Trump's next steps.
Stephen A. Smith is a New York Times Bestselling Author, Executive Producer, host of ESPN's First Take, and co-host of NBA Countdown. He breaks down the political volatility in society today that is leading to so much political discord. He discusses the assassination attempt of former President Donald Trump at a campaign rally in Pennsylvania and the Republican National Convention. He gathers a unique perspective during his interview with "NewsNation" host Chris Cuomo. He also talks about the contract extension of New York Knicks’ Jalen Brunson, which leaves an unprecedented' $113M on the table in his contract extension, and the Wimbledon Doubles Championship win by Taylor Townsend and Katerina Siniakova. Before Sunday, Townsend had reached two other doubles Slam finals, at the 2022 US Open and the 2023 French Open, losing at both. While most players will have their national associations to thank for such success at the top level, Townsend's story is quite the opposite. 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 LIVE 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. 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.

Ep 282Full Show: Jaylen Brown/Kawhi Olympics, latest on Joe Biden, Hill Harper sit down
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. sounds off on Kawhi Leonard leaving Team USA and Derrick White over Jaylen Brown to replace him. Plus he reacts to Joe Biden's press conference and interviews actor and U.S. Senate candidate Hill Harper. 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 LIVE 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.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.

Ep 281Full Show: Responding to OJ Simpson controversy, Biden, NBA offseason latest, more
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 the NBA's Buddy Hield joining the Golden State Warriors, the Lakers' interest in DeMar DeRozan, and crowns his WNBA “Player of the Week.” He also discusses boxer Ryan Garcia’s one-year suspension following racist comments, President Joe Biden’s first interview following his disastrous debate against former President Donald Trump, and the Black backlash from his O.J. Simpson BET Awards comments. 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 LIVE 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.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.

Ep 280Full Show: Tatum got paid, Philly’s future, Trump/immunity, OJ, more
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 NBA free agency moves of Klay Thompson to the Dallas Mavericks, Paul George to the Philadelphia 76ers, and Donovan Mitchell to the Cavaliers. He also discusses Jayson Tatum becoming the highest-paid player in the League, the Supreme Court’s ruling on Presidential immunity, and more. 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 LIVE 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. 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.

Ep 279Interview: Stephen A. discusses Biden’s disastrous debate with California Democratic Delegate Areva Martin
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 Author, Award-winning Civil Rights Attorney, and Radio Host Areva Martin about the fallout following Joe Biden's presidential debate performance and what the Democrats need to do now. 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 LIVE 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.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.

Ep 278Full Show: NBA free agency thoughts, Joe Biden’s future, BET awards, more
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 NBA free agency moves including Paul George to the Philadelphia 76ers, Klay Thompson to the Dallas Mavericks, and Chris Paul to the San Antonio Spurs. He also comments on rapper/actor Will Smith’s BET Awards performance, and spars with CNN Correspondent Areva Martin about the fallout following Joe Biden’s presidential debate appearance. 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 LIVE 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.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.

Ep 277Interview: Presidential debate recap with Chris Cuomo
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. is joined by NewsNation host, Chris Cumo, to discuss Thursday's CNN Presidential debate between Joe Biden and Donald Trump and the future of the Democratic Party. 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 LIVE 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.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.

Ep 276Full Show: Presidential debate thoughts, WNBA's latest, Uvalde Police Chief, more
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. gives his opinion on Bronny James joining his father, LeBron James, on the Lakers; he bestows his Stephen A’s ‘WNBA Player of the Week’ honors and discusses Thursday's Presidential debate with NewsNation host, Chris Cuomo. He also comments on the divorce of former NBA player Iman Shumpert and actress Teyana Taylor. 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 LIVE 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.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.