
First Take is always a heated discussion as Stephen A. Smith and guests debate about the day's top stories.
| Publishes | Daily | Episodes | 229 | Founded | 15 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Category | Sports | |||

First Take resumes with 40 straight minutes of the GOAT debate + Mad Dog is MADDDD!!!!
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First Take begins with the old guard: Mad Dog, Wilbon and Stephen A. may have changed their tunes on the Knicks championship chances... Then, the Spurs wrapped up the gentleman's sweep against the upstart Blazers. Young teams often need playoff failu... more
First Take resumes with shock and awe in the NBA's tightest Rookie of The Year race yet! Cooper Flagg had multiple 50 point games on one of the worst teams in the league, while Kon led the league in 3s on the upstart Hornets! Was Flagg the right choi... more
First Take begins with special guest TheKidMero! He tells us what's at stake for Jokic in this Wolves series! (0:00) Then, Mero comes guns BLAZING defending his beloved Knicks. He even inspires confidence in known doom-and-gloom Knicks fan Stephen A... more
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This podcast features lively discussions centered around major sports news and events. Analysts engage in passionate dialogues about the latest happenings in the NBA and NFL, often analyzing player performances, team dynamics, and championship implications. Notably, Stephen A. Smith leads many of the debates, providing a unique blend of entertainment and critical analysis which keeps listeners engaged. The show is known for its compelling commentary and heated exchanges between hosts and guests, making it a go-to source for sports enthusiasts looking for in-depth discussion rather than mere reporting.
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Recent guests on First Take include:
1. Janai Agümike
2. Kendrick Perkins
3. Mel Kuyper Jr.
4. Logan Paul
5. Roman Reigns
6. Jade Cargill
7. Triple H
8. Seth Rollins
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