Home Podcasts The Stephen A. Smith Show
The Stephen A. Smith Show

The Stephen A. Smith Show

Stephen A. Smith & SiriusXM 928 episodes Latest Jun 4, 2026

Stephen A. Smith brings a fresh spin to his hit podcast, dropping new episodes of his SiriusXM radio show Straight Shooter with Stephen A. Smith every Thursday. He goes beyond sports to discuss politics, pop culture, social issues, entertainment, and news, taking listener calls and featuring big conversations with notable guests. The show offers real talk, sharp takes, and unpredictable discussions.

Episodes

TRUMP CAUSES KNICKS GAME 3 LOSS; DONNA BRAZILE; TIM BURCHETT; PREVIEW PANEL WITH GARY CHAMBERS JR. AND OFFICER BRANDON TATUM Jun 11, 2026 01:44:01 Stephen A. breaks down the buzz surrounding President Donald Trump’s appearance at Game 3 of the NBA Finals at Madison Square Garden, including Trump’s reaction to his comments. In encore interviews, he talks with veteran Democratic strategist and ABC News contributor Donna Brazile and Tennessee Republican Congressman Tim Burchett about political headlines. He also previews an upcoming YouTube pan
CALIFORNIA ELECTION RESULTS; DAVE RUBIN; TED CRUZ Jun 4, 2026 01:38:22 Stephen A. reacts to the surprising results of the California gubernatorial and Los Angeles mayoral race. YouTube host Dave Rubin joins to talk about why he abandoned the left and Senator Ted Cruz breaks down his co-sponsored bill, The Protect College Sports Act. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertis
TRUMP’S REVENGE TOUR; ROBERT COSTA May 28, 2026 01:38:08 Stephen A. reacts to Texas Senator John Cornyn’s loss of his seat after Trump’s endorsement of his opponent, Attorney General Ken Paxton, in the Texas runoff. He also discusses Trump’s targets heading into the midterms and comedian Kevin Hart’s comments about him on his Netflix roast. CBS News Chief Washington Analyst Robert Costa joins the show to talk about the Texas race, the midterm elections,
NAACP VS. THE SEC; CHRIS SUNUNU May 21, 2026 01:34:44 Stephen A. reacts to the NAACP’s call for Black athletes to boycott SEC programs over GOP gerrymandering and discusses the Justice Department’s announcement of a $1.776 billion “Anti-Weaponization Fund.” Former New Hampshire Governor and current President and CEO of the Washington D.C.-based trade and lobbying group Airlines for America, Chris Sununu, joins the show to talk about his efforts to im
TRUMP FAILING AMERICANS; RAHM EMANUEL May 14, 2026 01:38:07 Stephen A. responds to a Guardian article about him, written by former NBA player Etan Thomas, and discusses the midterm elections, Trump’s visit to China, and the struggling economy. Former Chicago Mayor Rahm Emanuel joins the show to talk about the redistricting fight, China’s dominance, Iran, education reform, and a possible run for president. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.a
THE GOP IN FLUX, MIDTERM ELECTIONS, GERRYMANDERING; INFLUENCER NICK SHIRLEY May 7, 2026 01:35:15 Stephen A. sounds off on Trump’s shrinking poll numbers, rising gas prices, and the Republican redistricting push. Political social media influencer Nick Shirley joins the show to discuss his controversial online videos, and his efforts to expose fraud in Minnesota and California the future. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use
A BLOW TO THE VOTING RIGHTS ACT; CLEO C. FIELDS (D-LA); ROBERT REICH Apr 30, 2026 01:38:07 Stephen A. discusses the political violence affecting the country and reacts to the Supreme Court’s decision striking down Louisiana’s voting map, a ruling seen as a major setback for the Voting Rights Act of 1965. Democratic Congressman Cleo C. Fields from Louisiana’s 6th Congressional District joins the show to talk about how the decision could change representation in the state and impact his d
THE COST OF GERRYMANDERING; OLIVIA TROYE; BRAD RAFFENSPERGER Apr 23, 2026 01:36:37 Stephen A. discusses how aggressive gerrymandering on both sides of the aisle is shaping the landscape for the 2026 midterm elections. Former Homeland Security and Counterterrorism adviser Olivia Troye joins the show to share her decision to leave the Republican Party and launch a Democratic campaign in Virginia’s newly redrawn 7th Congressional District. Plus, Georgia Secretary of State Brad Raff
SWALWELL/GONZALES RESIGNATION; JEN PSAKI; LEON PANETTA Apr 16, 2026 01:39:09 Stephen A. dives into the political shockwaves surrounding the resignations of Reps. Eric Swalwell and Tony Gonzales amid sexual assault allegations. Former White House Press Secretary and MS NOW host of The Briefing, Jen Psaki, joins to reflect on her time inside the Biden White House, the stakes of the midterm election, and the ongoing battles over voting rights. Former Defense Secretary and CIA
THE IRAN WAR; TIM BURCHETT (R-TN) Apr 9, 2026 01:39:17 Stephen A. discusses President Trump’s threats and actions on the Iran war. Tim Burchett (R-TN) joins the show to discuss Iran, the evidence of extraterrestrial life, and the problems with politicians on both sides of the aisle in Washington, D.C. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
BIRTHRIGHT CITIZENSHIP FIGHT; SEN. JOHN KENNEDY (R-LA), DONNA BRAZILE Apr 2, 2026 01:37:57 Stephen A. breaks down President Trump’s unprecedented appearance at Supreme Court arguments as he challenges birthright citizenship. Senator John Kennedy (R-LA) joins to discuss the partial government shutdown, the President’s address focused on Iran, and bipartisan cooperation. Veteran Democratic strategist and ABC News contributor Donna Brazile is also interviewed about efforts to rebuild the p
CHAOS IN AMERICA; DONAVAN MCKINNEY (D-MI), CORBIN TRENT Mar 26, 2026 01:36:49 Stephen A. breaks down major headlines, from chaos at U.S. airports to the escalating war in Iran and rising oil prices impacting Americans nationwide. He’s joined by Michigan congressional candidate Donavan McKinney to discuss his campaign for the state’s 13th District, and progressive political strategist Corbin Trent, who shares insights from his work with Brand New Congress and Justice Democra

Recommended

Playing