First Take
First Take is always a heated discussion as Stephen A. Smith and guests debate about the day's top stories.
Latest episodes
Jun 6, 2025 • 46min
Hour 2: Rodger That!
Stephen A. Smith is joined by Brian Windhorst, Kendrick Perkins, Ryan Clark and more for Hour 2 of this Friday's First Take!
The guys continue to breakdown the thrilling start to the NBA Finals and debate what the ceiling is for the Pittsburgh Steelers and Aaron Rodgers! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Jun 6, 2025 • 50min
Hour 1: Control The Pace!
Stephen A. Smith, Marcus and Markieff Morris and Ryan Clark join First Take to break down the latest this Friday!
Does the view of Tyrese Haliburton change after his game winner in Game 1 of the NBA Finals? What does Rodgers to the Steelers mean for Pittsburgh? All that and more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Jun 5, 2025 • 48min
Hour 2: Starry Night
Stephen A. Smith, Jay Williams and Brian Windhorst discuss Adam Silver's reveal that nex t year's NBA All Star Game will feature Team USA vs Team World!
Plus, Sean O'Malley joins the show to talk UFC 316 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Jun 5, 2025 • 51min
Hour 1: Coach Approach
Stephen A. Smith, Monica McNutt and Jay Williams discuss the current state of the NBA, the new coaching hire by the Phoenix Suns as well as a preview of the upcoming NBA Finals starting tonight!
Plus, PK Subban joins the show to talk what happened in Game 1 of the Stanley Cup Final! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Jun 4, 2025 • 46min
Hour 2: Knicked Up
Stephen A. Smith, Chris Russo and Brian Windhorst continue to discuss New York's new coaching search as the Knicks let go of Tom Thibodeau after 5 seasons
Plus, Mark Kriegel joins the show after releasing his new book 'Baddest Man: The Making of Mike Tyson'
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Jun 4, 2025 • 51min
Hour 1: Tomfoolery
Stephen A. Smith, Chris Russo and Jay Williams to breakdown the Knicks firing of Tom Thibodeau and where the organization needs to pivot from here
JB Bickerstaff also joins the show to discuss if NBA Coaches are treated unfairly Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Jun 3, 2025 • 46min
Hour 2: Candace Parker Joins The Show!
Stephen A. Smith, Chiney Ogwumike and Chris Canty welcome special guest Candace Parker who talks about her new book 'The Can-Do Mindset.'
Additionally, Parker provides her hot takes regarding the NBA Finals and crew discusses what a Finals victory would mean for the legacy of SGA! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Jun 3, 2025 • 50min
Hour 1: Finals Phenoms
Stephen A. Smith, Chiney Ogwumike and Chris Canty continue to preview the NBA Finals!
The crew goes over what stands out most regarding the upcoming matchup as well as who is the most important player in the series. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Jun 2, 2025 • 47min
Hour 2: On Guard
Stephen A. Smith, Monica McNutt and Jay Williams preview the upcoming NBA Finals between the Pacers and Thunder!
The crew goes in depth with the guard matchup and how key guards will be in determining this series Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Jun 2, 2025 • 50min
Hour 1: Big Apple Crumble
Stephen A. Smith, Monica McNutt and Jay Williams arrive on First Take to discuss what went wrong with the Knicks as they fall to the Indiana Pacers in 6 games.
The crew goes over what stood out the most in Game 6 and if it's fair to say the Knicks underachieved as a whole this season. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
