The Stephen A. Smith Show

Stephen A. discusses recent Democratic election wins in the Miami Mayoral race and the Georgia State House, and Jasmine Crockett’s bid for the Texas Senate. Former Texas Rep. Colin Allred joins the show to talk about ending his Senate run and running in the newly redrawn 33rd Congressional District. Arkansas Republican Senator Tom Cotton is interviewed about the U.S. seizing an oil tanker off Venezuela’s coast and the boat strikes,...

Stephen A. discusses the significance of Donald Trump’s pardons of former Honduran President Juan Orlando Hernandez and Rep. Henry Cuellar (D-Texas). CNN Senior Political Commentator Scott Jennings joins the show to talk about his book, A Revolution of Common Sense: How Donald Trump Stormed Washington and Fought for Western Civilization. Congressman Ro Khanna (D-CA) is interviewed about his efforts to release the Epstein Files, wor...

Stephen A. comments on the shooting of two West Virginia National Guard members in Washington, D.C., and the FBI’s investigation of six Democratic Senators who suggested that U.S. troops should refuse illegal orders. Former Obama White House Chief of Staff and Chicago Mayor Rahm Emanuel is interviewed about the Affordable Care Act, which he helped pass, education reform, the future of the Democratic Party, and a potential 2028 pres...

Stephen A. broadcasts live from Washington, D.C., where he discusses the release of the Jeffrey Epstein files. Texas Republican Senator Ted Cruz is interviewed in front of a studio audience about the end of the government shutdown, the Texas redistricting plan, illegal immigration, and NCAA N.I.L. legislation. They also talk about Cruz’s feud with Tucker Carlson and his 2028 presidential ambitions.

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Pennsylvania Democratic Congresswoman Madeleine Dean is interviewed about the House vote to end the government shutdown, her constituents’ concerns, the state of the Democratic Party, and GOP corruption. Stephanie Ruhle, host of MSNBC’s “The 11th Hour,” discusses the network’s rebrand to MS NOW, Washington D.C. infighting, Zohran Mamdani’s NYC mayoral victory, and the state of the economy. 

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Stephen A. covers the election victories of NYC Democratic Mayoral candidate Zohran Mamdani, Virginia Governor Abigail Spanberger, and NJ Governor Mikie Sherrill. He also interviews Ohio Rep. Jim Jordan, Chair of the House Judiciary Committee, and Republican House Speaker Mike Johnson, who discuss the government shutdown, the immigration fight, ending the filibuster, and GA. Republican Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene's comments on ABC’...

Stephen A. broadcasts from HBCU Delaware State University, interviewing NYC Mayoral candidates Andrew Cuomo and Zohran Mamdani. He also speaks with Delaware Governor Matt Meyer about the government shutdown, the potential end of SNAP benefits for Americans, and the state of the Democratic Party.

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Stephen A. discusses the ongoing government shutdown and Representative Jasmine Crockett's potential run for the Texas Senate. Illinois Governor JB Pritzker is interviewed about ICE raids, crime in his state, and the future of the Democratic Party. Arizona Representative-Elect Adelita Grijalva also joins the show to talk about Speaker of the House Mike Johnson’s refusal to swear her in to Congress and her legislative priorities.

Stephen A. responds to public backlash over his comments about Texas Democratic Congresswoman Jasmine Crockett. He interviews Texas Republican Rep. Chip Roy and Minnesota Senate hopeful Royce White. CBS News Chief Washington Analyst Robert Costa joins the show to discuss the ongoing government shutdown, the Epstein Files, the New York City Mayoral race, and the future of both political parties.

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Stephen A. interviews House Democratic Leader Hakeem Jeffries about the ongoing government shutdown and the Democratic efforts to defend the Affordable Care Act. He also discusses House Speaker Mike Johnson’s remarks regarding Bad Bunny as the Super Bowl Halftime Show performer, along with Trump’s recently announced Gaza peace deal.

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On this episode of Straight Shooter, Stephen A. sounds off on his frustrations with both sides of the political aisle and what he thinks it will take to get things done in Washington. Former West Virginia Senator Joe Manchin is interviewed about his memoir, Dead Center: In Defense of Common Sense, and Stephen A. takes listener calls.

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Stephen A. addresses those who have opinions about his political views. Conservative commentator Bill O’Reilly is interviewed about his New York Times best-selling book, "Confronting Evil: Assessing the Worst of the Worst," which chronicles some of history’s most evil people and groups. Bill Maher, host of HBO’s “Real Time,” also joins Stephen A. to discuss Jimmy Kimmel’s return to late-night after ABC suspended the show following ...

On the premiere episode of Straight Shooter with Stephen A., the renowned journalist interviews Pennsylvania Governor Josh Shapiro about the state of the Democratic Party and the level of political violence in the country. South Carolina Senator Lindsey Graham joins the show to detail the President’s agenda and the ongoing war in Ukraine. Utah Governor Spencer Cox discusses the criminal case of Tyler Robinson in connection with the...

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 detailed legal analysis of the federal sex trafficking and racketeering trial of music mogul Sean “Diddy” Combs, with legal expert Ryan Smith joining Stephen A. Smith to break it all down. Here's a structured summary of the key points:

⚖️ Case Overview

• Charges: Diddy faces multiple fed...

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

Representative Ro Khanna (D-CA), covering domestic policy, foreign affairs, bipartisan cooperation, and political leadership. Here's a structured summary of the key topics and insights:

🇺🇸 Domestic Policy & California 🔹 National Guard Deployment in California

• Rep. Khanna criticizes Pre...

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 blend of NBA Draft analysis, legal commentary on Sean “Diddy” Combs’ federal trial, political discussion with Rep. Ro Khanna, and sports betting insights. Here's a comprehensive summary of the key segments:

🏀 NBA Draft Breakdown (with Brian Windhorst) 🔹...

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 detailed and energetic conversation between Stephen A. Smith and NBA insider Brian Windhorst, focused on the 2025 NBA Draft and its implications for various teams. Here's a breakdown of the key highlights and insights:

🏀 Top Draft Picks & Analysis 1. Cooper Flagg (No. 1 to Dallas Mavericks)

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

📝 Key Points from the Story

• An 84-year-old woman from British Columbia, Janet Colville Sutherland Henry, left her entire $1 million estate to a younger man named Simon Garston.
• Garston was a professional companion and male escort whom she met online in 2021.
• They met several times in per...