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

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

 

#200

Hour 2: Snoop Doggy Dogg

In this episode, Stephen A. Smith, Cam Newton, and Ryan Clark are joined by Snoop Dogg as he discusses his newest album "Missionary" and the state of his Los Angeles Lakers. The crew reacts to the disarray in the Eagles' locker room and tells us how they would handle the drama. Plus, Joe Fortenbaugh stops by with his best bets for this weekend's slate of games. Stephen A., Cam, Ryan, and Snoop debate if C.J. Stroud is in a sophomore slump or something more. Stephen A. challenges the "Inside the NBA" crew to a free throw contest... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit [podcastchoices.com/adchoices] (https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices) ... Read more

2 hrs Ago

45 MINS

45:12

2 hrs Ago


#199

Hour 1: Thursday Night Walkout?

Stephen A. Smith, Cam Newton, and Ryan Clark have a heated discussion on 49ers linebacker De'Vondre Campbell walking out of the game against the Rams last night. They also react to Aaron Rodgers' recent comments about the media. Lastly, the crew discusses Bill Belichick's decision to become UNC's newest head football coach. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit [podcastchoices.com/adchoices] (https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices) ... Read more

3 hrs Ago

49 MINS

49:31

3 hrs Ago


#198

Hour 2: Cool Your Jets

Stephen A. Smith, Mina Kimes, Kimberley A. Martin and Dan Orlovsky react to Bill Belichick agreeing to become UNC football's newest head coach. Stephen A shares his ESPN bets for the week. Jason McCourty joins the show and reacts to Aaron Rodgers recent comments about the media. The crew debates whether the tension between A.J. Brown and Jalen Hurts will affect the Eagles' season. Lastly, Stephen A. responds to the TNT crew and says he has something special to announce on First Take tomorrow. Enjoy. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit [podcastchoices.com/adchoices] (https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices) ... Read more

Yesterday

44 MINS

44:35

Yesterday


#197

Hour 1: Chapel Bill

On another episode of First Take, Stephen A. Smith, Adam Schefter, Dan Orlovsky, Jason McCourty and Damien Woody discuss Bill Belichick's decision to become UNC's football newest head coach. Schefter shares insight on why Belichick took the job and Belichick's relationship with the Kraft family. Shams Charania and Brian Windhorst join the show to share why LeBron James is taking time away from the Lakers. Shams also addresses his dispute with Jimmy Butler's agent and defends the information he reported about Butler's trade list. Enjoy! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit [podcastchoices.com/adchoices] (https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices) ... Read more

Yesterday

55 MINS

55:05

Yesterday


#196

Hour 2: Circling the Wagons

Stephen A. Smith, Chris "Mad Dog" Russo, and Jeff Saturday discuss whether or not they are more confident in the Eagles or Steelers ahead of their upcoming matchup this Sunday. The crew also debates whether the Bills are a Top-5 team in the NFL. They discuss whether the Mets made the right decision in going all-in for Juan Soto during MLB free agency. It's Wednesday, which means Mad Dog is back with a new list of things that have him fired up, joined by Kimberley A. Martin. Lastly, the crew shares their reaction to the clip of the Mark Gastineau-Brett Favre rift from the 2023 30 for 30 documentary *The New York Sack Exchange*, premiering this Friday. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit [podcastchoices.com/adchoices] (https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices) ... Read more

11 Dec 2024

44 MINS

44:31

11 Dec 2024


#195

Hour 1: Brotherly Love?

Stephen A. Smith, Chris "Mad Dog" Russo, Jeff Saturday discuss if the relationship between Eagles duo Jalen Hurts and A.J. Brown could impact their Super Bowl chances. The crew also debates what's at stake between the Bills and Lions in their Sunday matchup. Kimberley A. Martin joins the show to discuss if Bill Belichick would have instant success as the head coach at UNC. Lastly, they talk about their concerns about the Chiefs winning close games. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit [podcastchoices.com/adchoices] (https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices) ... Read more

11 Dec 2024

49 MINS

49:24

11 Dec 2024


#194

Hour 2: Legends Unite?

Stephen A. Smith, Shannon Sharpe, and Domonique Foxworth react to Jerry Jones' comments on Bill Belichick returning to coaching. Kendrick Perkins joins the show debate whether or not the Warriors should acquire LeBron James. Don't miss Stephen's A List of top 5 NFL teams this week. Stephen A reacts to Juan Soto signing with the Mets over the Yankees. Lastly, the crew reacts to Stephen A's Simpsons character. Enjoy! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit [podcastchoices.com/adchoices] (https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices) ... Read more

10 Dec 2024

45 MINS

45:51

10 Dec 2024


#193

Hour 1: How 'Bout Dem Cowboys?

Stephen A. Smith, Shannon Sharpe, and Jeff Saturday discuss the Cowboys' loss at home against the Bengals last night. The crew also reacts to Brandon Graham's comments on Jalen Hurts and AJ Brown's relationship amidst the Eagles troubles. Domonique Foxworth joins the show to debate if Bill Belichick coaching at UNC would be a good move. The #1 High School Basketball Prospect A.J. Dybantsa joins the show to give his college commitment live. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit [podcastchoices.com/adchoices] (https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices) ... Read more

10 Dec 2024

47 MINS

47:56

10 Dec 2024


#192

Hour 2: Pocket Check

Damien Woody joins the show to debate whether Josh Allen locked up the MVP awards despite the loss last night. The crew discusses if NFL players are underpaid. The guys get into a fiery debate over whether or not the Vikings should sign Sam Darnold to a long-term deal. They also debate who had a worse Sunday: Jets or Giants? Lastly, they react to Micah Parsons' recent comments. Tune in to figure out what he said! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit [podcastchoices.com/adchoices] (https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices) ... Read more

09 Dec 2024

45 MINS

45:44

09 Dec 2024


#191

Hour 1: MVP in Buffalo

On another episode of First Take, Shannon Sharpe, Dan Orlovsky and Rex Ryan debate whether the Chiefs close wins will catch up to them. The crew discuss if the bigger story is Josh Allen's performance or the Rams winning. Mad Dog joins the show to respond to Dan's hot take. The guys react to Juan Soto's decision to sign with the Mets over the Yankees. Paul Finebaum joins the show discuss if it was a mistake SMU reached the CFP over Alabama. Lastly, Dan and Shannon share their thoughts on the offensive tension in Philly. Enjoy! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit [podcastchoices.com/adchoices] (https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices) ... Read more

09 Dec 2024

49 MINS

49:06

09 Dec 2024


#190

Hour 2: Leader of the Pack

Elle Duncan, Ryan Clark, Cam Newton and Joe Fortenbaugh debate whether or not the Packers are a legit Super Bowl contender. The crew reacts to the projected CFP bracket. Ryan Clark speaks on his old stomping grounds and shares if he believes Sunday is a must-win for the Steelers. The crew discusses if Aaron Rodgers has anything left to prove. Lastly, Elle sends us off with a message to Georgia ahead of the SEC Championship. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit [podcastchoices.com/adchoices] (https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices) ... Read more

06 Dec 2024

46 MINS

46:33

06 Dec 2024


#189

Hour 1: Lions Den

With Stephen A. Smith absent, Ryan Clark, Elle Duncan, and Cam Newton stepped in to discuss the close Lions-Packers game from last night. The crew also talked about the recent news of Bill Belichick interviewing for the head coaching job at UNC. They debate if the NFL's suspension of Azeez Al-Shaair for his hit on Trevor Lawrence was too harsh. Lastly, Joe Fortenbaugh joins the show to share his sports betting picks for the weekend. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit [podcastchoices.com/adchoices] (https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices) ... Read more

06 Dec 2024

47 MINS

47:59

06 Dec 2024


#188

Hour 2: Not So Purdy

In this episode, Stephen A. is out but we have Dan Orlovsky, Jason McCourty, Chris Canty, and Mina Kimes here to tell us if they'd rather have Jordan Love or Jared Goff in tonight's matchup. Plus, Canty and Dan are fired up in a debate over whether or not they would pay Brock Purdy top-QB money. The crew tells us if they think the Chiefs' close-call games have been good for them and if the Steelers are a dark horse Super Bowl team. Plus, does Rodgers have more to prove to the New York Jets? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit [podcastchoices.com/adchoices] (https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices) ... Read more

05 Dec 2024

45 MINS

45:27

05 Dec 2024


#187

Hour 1: Fly Eagles Fly?

In this episode, Stephen A. is out but Dan Orlovsky, Jason McCourty, and Chris Canty are in as they debate which team needs the one seed more: the Eagles or the Lions? Plus, we debate if Nick Sirianni has secured his job in Philly and if Azeez Al-Shaair's suspension for his hit on Trevor Lawrence is too harsh. Dan gives us his list of the top 5 most important non-QBs heading into the playoffs. The crew discusses if the College Football Playoff should have automatic bids or not. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit [podcastchoices.com/adchoices] (https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices) ... Read more

05 Dec 2024

51 MINS

51:13

05 Dec 2024


#186

Hour 2: State of Play

Stephen A. Smith, Chris "Mad Dog" Russo, and Kimberley A. Martin debate whether Josh Allen have a lot of pressure to win the Super Bowl as Lamar Jackson. Jeff Saturday joins the show to discuss if flag-planting is bad for college football. It's Wednesday, which means Mad Dog is back with a new list of things that have him fired up. Lastly, the crew discuss whether if they trust the Eagles to win the Super Bowl this season. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit [podcastchoices.com/adchoices] (https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices) ... Read more

04 Dec 2024

45 MINS

45:17

04 Dec 2024


#185

Hour 1: Playoff Payoff

On another episode of First Take, Stephen A Smith, Christopher "Mad Dog" Russo and Paul Finebaum react to the latest CFP rankings and predicts the ACC Championship outcome. The crew debates what Ryan Day needs to save job this season. Jeff Saturday joins the show and responds to Dak Prescott's support of Mike McCarthy. The guys react to the Texans' GM support of Azeez Al-Shaair. Kimberely A Martin joins the show to discuss whether Joe Burrow deserves a pass this season or not. Enjoy!  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit [podcastchoices.com/adchoices] (https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices) ... Read more

04 Dec 2024

51 MINS

51:22

04 Dec 2024


#184

Hour 2: Tiger King

In this episode, Stephen A. Smith, Shannon Sharpe, and Domonique Foxworth react to Chad Ochocinco crying over the Bengals on "Nightcap" and debate if Shannon is being too harsh on Joe Burrow regarding his recent struggles. Jeff Saturday joins the show to tell us if Nick Sirianni needs to win a playoff game to keep his job in Philly. The crew reacts to Stephen's newest "A-List" of the top 5 teams in the NFL. Plus, we debate if the Steelers can win in a shootout going forward. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit [podcastchoices.com/adchoices] (https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices) ... Read more

03 Dec 2024

46 MINS

46:15

03 Dec 2024


#183

Hour 1: Loss-Angeles

On another episode of First Take, Stephen A. Smith, Shannon Sharpe and Jeff Saturday debate whether LeBron's struggles is a bad stretch or bad sign. The guys discuss if the Ravens have an identity problem. Domonique Foxworth joins the show to react to the NFL suspending Azeez Al-Shaair for 3 games. Lastly, the crew reacts to Jameis Winston's pick 6s versus the Broncos.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit [podcastchoices.com/adchoices] (https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices) ... Read more

03 Dec 2024

49 MINS

49:42

03 Dec 2024


#182

Hour 2: Protect the QB

Stephen A. Smith, Shannon Sharpe and Dan Orlovsky debate if the Eagles are the best team in the NFC. The crew reacts to Azeez Al-Shaair's hit on Trevor Lawrence and share what they believe is a fair punishment. The guys discuss if flag-planting is bad for college football. The crew debates if people are sleeping on the Steelers offense. Stephen A and Shannon share their takes on who should be the Chicago Bears' next head coach. Lastly, the guys react to Rodgers' lack of accountability for his performance this season.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit [podcastchoices.com/adchoices] (https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices) ... Read more

02 Dec 2024

49 MINS

49:01

02 Dec 2024


#181

Hour 1: Whose Fault?

On another episode of First Take, the entire crew is in studio for today's show! Stephen A. Smith, Shannon Sharpe and Dan Orlovsky debate whether Sunday's game said more about the Eagles or Ravens. The crew reacts to Josh Allen's performance and Stephen A. predicts the NFL's MVP. Shannon and Dan have a heated debate about Joe Burrow's role in Bengals' loss. Lastly, the guys discuss whether they'd be more surprised if the Chiefs made or missed the Super Bowl. Enjoy!  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit [podcastchoices.com/adchoices] (https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices) ... Read more

02 Dec 2024

47 MINS

47:57

02 Dec 2024