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Interview Only: Verbal Beef between ESPN's Kendrick Perkins and TNT's Charles Barkley is OVER! Jun 03, 2025

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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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Full Show: Episode featuring Kendrick Perkins | Kriegel’s book on Mike Tyson |Transition of Inside the NBA to ESPN Jun 02, 2025

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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.

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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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Interview Only: Jermall Charlo expressed his desire to fight Gennady Golovkin and Canelo Alvarez Jun 02, 2025

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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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Stephen A's Take: Comments on Elon Musk exit and Trump making it a big deal! Jun 01, 2025

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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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Interview Only: Legal Analyst Ryan Smith weighed in on Diddy testifying. Jun 01, 2025

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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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Stephen A's Take: Discusses NBA player Zion Williamson being accused of rape and assault. May 31, 2025

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Interview Only: Wall Street Journal’s Eliza Collins on Harvard & Political Controversies. May 31, 2025

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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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Full Show: Stephen A interviews Ryan Smith about Diddy, Jermall Charlo about boxing, and Eliza Collins about Trump and Harvard. May 30, 2025

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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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Stephen A's Take: Stephen A's Discusses the impact of Caitlin Clark's injury! May 29, 2025

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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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Stephen A's Get@Me!: Stephen A responds to Fans social media questions. May 29, 2025

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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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