First Take
ESPN, Stephen A. Smith, Molly Qerim RoseFirst 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 | |||
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First Take resumes with the deciding factors in Monday Night's massive NFC matchup between the Eagles and Packers.
West Coast Wallopings - The Seahawks and Rams dominated in divisional matchups. Who is the favorite in a loaded NFC West?
Giant Issue... more
First Take is back with the lousy Steelers offense. How much is Aaron Rodgers to blame, and what happens if they miss the playoffs?
Bills in Trouble - What's wrong with the Bills? Do you still view them as contenders in a loaded AFC?
Comeback Kids ... more
First Take resumes with a heated debate over confidence levels in Jordan Love. Is this a must win for the Pack?
49ers QB Controversy - Mac Jones is 5-2 as a starter this year. With Brock Purdy nearly healthy, Cam tells you who should start for the 4... more
First Takes discusses Denver's offense putting Stephen A. to sleep. Are they real threats in the AFC?
QBs Under Pressure - Shae, RC, Cam, and Stephen A. debate which QB is under the most pressure to reach the Super Bowl this year.
Steelers vs. Char... more
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- Miss Molly
Its cool but we miss or the show misses a women’s influence.
Apple Podcasts5jerzyxplorer
United States2 months ago - Mollywood
No disrespect to Stephen A and the crew. Molly was the reason why I started watching First Take in the first place. There’s nothing wrong with eye candy to help boost viewership. With all of that aside, I’ll still be a fan of First Take and continue listening to the podcast Monday thru Friday.
Apple Podcasts5Bub4296United States2 months ago - Where’s the episode??
No episode today? What gives? The podcast says they upload episodes daily..
Apple Podcasts1CMayo49United States2 months ago - Why
Stephen A jumping ship cause a team starts losing again. Nobody likes Cam. I’m only here for Mad Dog Wednesdays.
Apple Podcasts1GinjaNinja2004United States2 months ago - No longer a fan of Stephen Smith!!!
This dude acts like he’s for the culture… but he really a fence hopper. He belongs on Fox Sports with the other culture vultures.
Apple Podcasts1SparccdsUnited States3 months ago
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Spotify | #43 | United States/Sports |
Apple Podcasts | #45 | United States/Sports |
Apple Podcasts | #121 |  Canada/Sports |
Apple Podcasts | #220 |  Australia/Sports |
Apple Podcasts | #49 |  United Arab Emirates/Sports |
Apple Podcasts | #50 |  Philippines/Sports |
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What is First Take about and what kind of topics does it cover?
The episodes showcase a dynamic analysis of the most pressing NFL topics, specifically focusing on team performance, player statistics, and the strategies that drive success in football. The conversations are led by notable sports commentators who dissect recent games, key player performances, and the implications of coaching decisions, often involving spirited debates and humorous exchanges. Emphasis is placed on popular teams and players, making the discussions relatable for both avid fans and casual listeners. Unique to this content is the blend of analytical insights with engaging banter, which adds an entertaining flair to the sports commentary.
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1. Get Up
2. Speakeasy
3. Nightcap
4. First Things First
5. The Stephen A. Smith Show
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First Take launched 15 years ago and published 229 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.
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What guests have appeared on First Take?
Recent guests on First Take include:
1. R.C. Owens
2. Cameron Newton
3. Tony Allen
4. Clinton Portis
5. Deshaun Jackson
6. Calandria Carter
7. Kenny Smith
8. Joe Flacco
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