Straight Shooter with Stephen A.

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Straight Shooter with Stephen A. episodes

June 03, 2025 Interview Only: Verbal Beef between ESPN's Kendrick Perkins and TNT's Charles Barkley is OVER!
Stephen A. Smith is a New York Times Bestselling Author, Executive Producer, host of ESPN's First Take, and co-host of NBA Countdown.
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32 min
June 02, 2025Full Show: Episode featuring Kendrick Perkins | Kriegel’s book on Mike Tyson |Transition of Inside the NBA to 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. Smith hosts an action-packed episode featuring Kendrick Perkins covering the latest NBA playoff developments, Kriegel’s book on Mike Tyson, the transition of Inside the NBA to ESPN, and the ongoing feud between Diddy and 50 Cent.

Key Themes & Highlights

NBA Playoff Analysis

Smith and Perkins debate the Conference Finals, focusing on standout performances from Shai Gilgeous-Alexander

Perkins and Smith discuss the Knicks' lackluster performance

Mark Kriegel’s Book on Mike Tyson

Kriegel shares insights from his latest book, detailing Tyson’s rise, struggles, and impact on boxing.

Inside the NBA’s Move to ESPN

Smith discusses TNT’s Inside the NBA moving to ESPN for the 2025-2026 season.

Diddy & 50 Cent’s Feud

The episode touches on the ongoing feud between Diddy and 50 Cent, highlighting their public exchanges and business rivalries.

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1 hr 7 min
June 02, 2025Interview Only: Jermall Charlo expressed his desire to fight Gennady Golovkin and Canelo Alvarez
Stephen A. Smith is a New York Times Bestselling Author, Executive Producer, host of ESPN's First Take, and co-host of NBA Countdown.

Jermall Charlo’s Boxing Aspirations

Charlo expressed his desire to fight Gennady Golovkin and Canelo Alvarez, questioning why he isn’t getting the same attention as other fighters.

He discussed weight class challenges and negotiation hurdles in securing high-profile matches.

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12 min
June 01, 2025 Stephen A's Take: Comments on Elon Musk exit and Trump making it a big deal!
Stephen A. Smith is a New York Times Bestselling Author, Executive Producer, host of ESPN's First Take, and co-host of NBA Countdown.
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6 min
June 01, 2025 Interview Only: Legal Analyst Ryan Smith weighed in on Diddy testifying.
Stephen A. Smith is a New York Times Bestselling Author, Executive Producer, host of ESPN's First Take, and co-host of NBA Countdown.

Ryan Smith’s Legal Analysis
- Attorney Ryan Smith weighed in on the speed of the trial and the quality witnesses.
- He also discussed whether Trump might pardon Diddy, analyzing the legal complexities of the case.

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23 min
May 31, 2025 Stephen A's Take: Discusses NBA player Zion Williamson being accused of rape and assault.
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7 min
May 31, 2025 Interview Only: Wall Street Journal’s Eliza Collins on Harvard & Political Controversies.
Stephen A. Smith is a New York Times Bestselling Author, Executive Producer, host of ESPN's First Take, and co-host of NBA Countdown.

Eliza Collins on Harvard & Political Controversies
- Wall Street Journal’s Eliza Collins broke down Trump’s legal battle with Harvard and its broader implications.
- Smith analyzed Trump’s influence on higher education policies and the political divide surrounding the issue.

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20 min
May 30, 2025 Full Show: Stephen A interviews Ryan Smith about Diddy, Jermall Charlo about boxing, and Eliza Collins about Trump and Harvard.
Stephen A. Smith’s Commentary & Interviews On The Stephen A. Smith Show, Smith discussed major political and sports topics, including interviews with Ryan Smith, Jermall Charlo, and Eliza Collins.

🔑 Key Themes & Highlights
Trump vs. Harvard & Political Controversies
Wall Street Journal’s Eliza Collins broke down Trump’s legal battle with Harvard and its broader implications.
Smith analyzed Trump’s influence on higher education policies and the political divide surrounding the issue.
Jermall Charlo’s Boxing Aspirations
Charlo expressed his desire to fight Gennady Golovkin and Canelo Alvarez, questioning why he isn’t getting the same attention as other fighters.
He discussed weight class challenges and negotiation hurdles in securing high-profile matches.
Ryan Smith on Legal & Celebrity Cases
Attorney Ryan Smith weighed in on P Diddy Trial and whether Diddy should testify.
He also discussed whether Trump might pardon Diddy, analyzing the legal complexities of the case.
Stephen A. Smith’s Criticism of Boxing Politics
Smith expressed frustration over the lack of attention given to Charlo and other fighters who deserve bigger opportunities.
He debated whether boxing promoters are holding back key matchups for financial reasons.
📘 About The Stephen A. Smith Show
Stephen A. Smith is a renowned sports and political commentator, known for his bold opinions and unfiltered analysis. His show covers sports, entertainment, and political issues, featuring high-profile guests and deep discussions.
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1 hr 14 min
May 29, 2025 Stephen A's Take: Stephen A's Discusses the impact of Caitlin Clark's injury!
Stephen A. Smith is a New York Times Bestselling Author, Executive Producer, host of ESPN's First Take, and co-host of NBA Countdown.
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8 min
May 29, 2025 Stephen A's Get@Me!: Stephen A responds to Fans social media 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.
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2 min

About Straight Shooter with Stephen A.

From the publisher's feed

Stephen A. Smith is back with a fresh spin on his hit podcast — dropping new episodes of his SiriusXM radio show Straight Shooter with Stephen A. Smith™ every Thursday on all podcast platforms. This time, he's going BEYOND THE WORLD OF SPORTS, taking listener calls, and talking about everything on his mind — politics, pop culture, social issues, entertainment, news, and whatever else is making noise that week. Expect real talk, sharp takes, and big conversations with people you know (and some you’ll want to know). It’s Stephen A. like you’ve never heard him — multifaceted, unpredictable, and always on point.