First Take

By ESPN, Stephen A. Smith, Molly Qerim Rose

First Take is always a heated discussion as Stephen A. Smith and guests debate about the day's top stories.... more

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First Take episodes:

February 21, 2025 Hour 2: The Buck Stops Here?
In this episode, Stephen A. Smith and Mike Wilbon discuss their biggest takeaways from the USA-Canada 4 Nations Face-Off Championship match and debate how this tournament can impact the NBA All-Star Game format. Brian Windhorst joins the show with his take on Bobby Portis' suspension and what it means for Giannis. The guys are unapologetic when it comes to Micah Parson's podcast. On the anniversary of Malcolm X's assasination, Stephen A. and Wilbon discuss the state of Civil Rights through today's athletes.

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February 21, 2025 Hour 1: Canada Dominates 4 Nations
Stephen A. Smith, Damien Woody, and P.K. Subban discuss the impact of the Team USA vs. Team Canada 4 Nations Championship Game on the future of sports. Brian Windhorst joins the show to respond to JJ Redick's remarks about coaching LeBron James. Lastly, The crew also reacts to Joel Embiid's comments on not being as dominant this season due to his left knee injury.

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50min
February 20, 2025 Hour 2: Parsons The Interruption
On the second hour of First Take, Mina Kimes joins the show to react to Chris Canty's hot take that the Cowboys should trade Micah Parsons. You don't want to miss Stephen A and Chris Canty's heated debate! P.K. Subban and Brian Windhorst join the show to discuss the differences between the NHL and NBA. Stephen A. and Canty discuss what success will look like for the Lakers after this season. Enjoy!

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51min
February 20, 2025 Hour 1: Growing Pains
On another episode of First Take, Stephen A. Smith, Brian Windhorst and Chris Canty debate who's under more pressure: LeBron, Luka or JJ Reddick. Stephen A. and Canty debate whether or not Rodgers going to the Steelers is a good fit. Lastly, P.K. Subban to discuss the 4 Nations Championship and what this exposure means for the NHL.

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50min
February 19, 2025 Hour 2: Dynamic Duo

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49min
February 19, 2025 Hour 1: Into The Sunset?
On another episode of First Take, Stephen A. Smith, Christopher 'Mad Dog" Russo and Monica McNutt react to Patrick Beverley's comments and debate whether or not the Lakers are serious contenders. The crew reacts to KD's comments on not wanting to go back to the Warriors and debate whether his comments were fair or foul. Louis Riddick joins the show to react to Lawrence Taylor's comments on Micah Parson's podcast. Lastly, Mad Dog and Stephen A. share what they're looking forward to most in the 2nd half of the NBA season.

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51min
February 18, 2025 Hour 2: Who Got Next?
In this episode, Stephen A. Smith, Shannon Sharpe, and Udonis Haslem debate who is the next face of the NBA. Harry Douglas joins the show to give his take on whether or not it's fair to criticize LeBron James for his late scratch from the All-Star Game. The crew reacts to Draymond Green saying that the Warriors are going to win the NBA Finals this year and we debate if Golden State is more likely to have a disappointing year or pull off a deep playoff run. We discuss where Mac McClung ranks among all-time dunkers after his Dunk Contest Threepeat and what the Dunk Contest would mean for Ja Morant's image. Plus, are people sleeping on a Celtics repeat?

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48min
February 18, 2025 Hour 1: Durant Upset?
On another episode of First Take, Stephen A. Smith, Shannon Sharpe and Udonis Haslem react to Kevin Durant's comments on the criticism of the NBA All-Star game. The guys debate which NBA team has the most to prove for the rest of the season. Harry Douglass joins the show to debate whether 2025 is a make-or-break year for Burrow and the Bengals. The crew reacts to Oscar Robertson's fiery comments on Draymond Green.

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50min
February 17, 2025 Hour 2: All-Star Disgrace
On another episode of First Take, Stephen A. Smith, Kendrick Perkins and Shannon Sharpe reacts to Draymond Green's critical comments of the new All-Star game format. The guys react Wemby's comments on Lebron being underrated. Will Packer joins the show to promo his new book which has some keys to success! Stephen A. trolls Shannon by giving Michael Jordan a birthday shout out. Lastly, the crew reacts to Adam Silver's comments on the current state of the NBA.

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49min
February 17, 2025 Hour 1: Starry Night
Stephen A. Smith, Shannon Sharpe, and Kendrick Perkins discuss the new NBA All-Star Game format and share the changes they would have made. The crew debates whether the Warriors pose a legitimate threat in the Western Conference. In his segment "Sharpe or Not Sharpe," Shannon reacts to sounds from the weekend.

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50min

FAQs about First Take:

How many episodes does First Take have?

The podcast currently has 2,119 episodes available.