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Stephen A. Smith is back with a fresh spin on his hit podcast — dropping new episodes of his SiriusXM radio show Straight Shooter with Stephen A. Smith™ every Thursday on all podcast platforms. This time, he's going BEYOND THE WORLD OF SPORTS, taking listener calls, and talking about everything on his mind — politics, pop culture, social issues, entertainment, news, and whatever else is making noi... more

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Stephen A. weighs in on efforts to impeach Secretary of War Pete Hegseth, Scott Colom’s Mississippi Senate victory, and the nation’s direction following the midterms. Veterans Affairs Secretary Doug Collins joins the show to discuss veterans’ healthc... more

Stephen A. breaks down the Democrats’ midterm sweep of the House and Senate, the historic diversity of the electorate, the issues driving voters, and what the results mean for 2028. Former New Jersey Governor Chris Christie weighs in on the election ... more

In this special Election Day edition of Straight Shooter from Washington, D.C., Stephen A. examines what a Democratic takeover of Congress could mean for the country. Former Virginia Governor and DNC Chairman Terry McAuliffe weighs in on Michigan’s c... more

In this special pre-midterm edition of Straight Shooter from Washington, D.C., Stephen A. examines key battleground races in Michigan, Virginia, and Texas with Chief Washington Correspondent for MeidasTouch, Scott MacFarlane. Former Governor Chris Su... more

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Recent Guests

Frank Luntz
Political pollster and strategist.
Episode: BREAKING DOWN THE MIDTERMS WITH CHRIS CHRISTIE, ROBERT COSTA, & FRANK LUNTZ
Robert Costa
CBS News chief Washington analyst and national correspondent for CBS Sunday Morning.
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Chris Christie
Former governor of New Jersey and political commentator.
Episode: BREAKING DOWN THE MIDTERMS WITH CHRIS CHRISTIE, ROBERT COSTA, & FRANK LUNTZ
Antjuan Seawright
Democratic strategist and CEO of Blueprint Strategies
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Episode: SPECIAL EDITION - MIDTERM ELECTION NIGHT
Steve Hilton
Republican candidate for governor of California
Episode: SPECIAL EDITION - MIDTERM ELECTION NIGHT
Terry McAuliffe
Former governor of Virginia and former chairman of the Democratic National Committee
Democratic National Committee
Episode: SPECIAL EDITION - MIDTERM ELECTION NIGHT
Ron DeSantis
Governor of Florida, former Navy JAG officer, congressman, and 2024 presidential candidate
State of Florida
Episode: SPECIAL EDITION - THE NIGHT BEFORE THE MIDTERM ELECTION
Chris Sununu
Former four-term Republican governor of New Hampshire
Episode: SPECIAL EDITION - THE NIGHT BEFORE THE MIDTERM ELECTION
Scott MacFarlane
Chief Washington Correspondent for MeidasTouch and host of Scott MacFarlane Reports
MeidasTouch
Episode: SPECIAL EDITION - THE NIGHT BEFORE THE MIDTERM ELECTION

Hosts

Stephen A. Smith
Host of Straight Shooter, leads discussions with guests and calls
Laura Coates
CNN commentator and guest host for national and legal topics

Reviews

4.4 out of 5 stars from 3k ratings
  • Great Podcast-Guest I Want to Hear

    I love Straight Shooter because Stephen A. is willing to challenge both sides rather than simply preach to one political tribe. I’d really like to hear him sit down with Trey Gowdy. Gowdy is clearly conservative, but he regularly engages Democrats respectfully, criticises Republicans when he thinks they’re wrong, and seems genuinely interested in finding common ground. A conversation between the two of them about political tribalism, civility, and how to disagree without treating each other as e... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    barristerhaus
    United Kingdom3 months ago
  • First. Last.

    First time listening to a whole show and I get a guest host? Not just any guest blast but Laura Coates. And Norm Eisen as first guest! Yea, I’m all set. Centrism, reasonable takes, sounds great. Leftist drivel, I can get that anywhere.

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    PCS27
    United States3 months ago
  • First Time Listener

    Obsessed with this episode! You say what I think! Keep looking at ALL perspectives. I appreciate your candor!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Down cow neoconservative
    United States5 months ago
  • Possible interview guests

    Hi Stephen A., this is Gavin. Some of your guests are good but I got a couple of more options for you. You should interview Pete Buttigieg, Larry Hogan, and Chris Christie. Hogan would be a good guest to have on your show. He’s not a far-right guy. It has been a while since you have interviewed Pete. I know Christie was on your show recently but that was on sports betting. Have him on to talk politics this time. I would not rule out trying to interview Kamala Harris. I know you have been critica... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Mets’d Up Boys
    United States6 months ago
  • Smith Machine

    Stephen is a real-life cartoon and would be perfect for animation voiceovers. I kinda like this sophisticated, Queens guy, he makes me laugh.

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    DP’67
    United States7 months ago

Listeners Say

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Some listeners want stricter fact-checking in guest discussions.
Calls for guests with diverse viewpoints show openness to disagreement.
Occasional remarks can be provocative, which fits the show's bold persona.
Listeners appreciate pushback and real-time debates with high-profile guests.
Candid, unfiltered political discussions with strong sports crossover.

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SPECIAL EDITION - THE NIGHT BEFORE THE MIDTERM ELECTION
Q: What policy should they change Wednesday morning, even if Trump opposes it?
DeSantis says Republicans should change their approach to large technology companies and hyperscale data centers, including addressing potential harms, local opposition, and higher electricity costs.
SPECIAL EDITION - THE NIGHT BEFORE THE MIDTERM ELECTION
Q: Right now, who wins the House and what's your best estimate of the seat total when all is said and done?
MacFarlane says Republican operatives he has spoken with do not expect to win the House. He estimates a narrow outcome could leave Democrats with 220 or 221 seats, while a larger wave could bring them to 230 to 240.
SPECIAL EDITION - MIDTERM ELECTION NIGHT
Q: Why did MAGA-nomics fail?
Seawright says Trump overpromised, underdelivered, and overreached. He argues that the administration should have managed the recovering economy differently and followed through on its campaign commitments.
SPECIAL EDITION - MIDTERM ELECTION NIGHT
Q: How beneficial for our country would it be if the Democrats reclaim the House?
Smith says divided government can check presidential power and prevent either party from exercising unchecked control, while warning that Democrats could squander a majority through partisan fights and impeachment efforts.
BREAKING DOWN THE MIDTERMS WITH CHRIS CHRISTIE, ROBERT COSTA, & FRANK LUNTZ
Q: Who can help the Republican Party overcome this as a presidential candidate in 2028?
Costa says the Republican field remains open, with JD Vance's decision uncertain and Marco Rubio, Ron DeSantis, and Chris Christie among possible contenders. Smith favors Rubio or DeSantis, while the panel also discusses Trump's influence on the party's next nominee.

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The show blends sports commentary with sharp political and cultural takes, featuring high-energy interviews and lively caller segments. Episodes commonly mix Republican and Democratic viewpoints, policy debates, national security, and governance with a provocative, confrontational style. Listeners can expect a fast-paced, opinion-forward format that weighs in on current events, elections, and policy while weaving in sports banter and entertainment chatter. A standout is the seamless hopping between sports talk and deep-dive political analysis, often with notable guest experts and policymakers challenging the host's bold takes. This combination is likely to appeal to politically engaged, policy-curious listeners who enjoy a contrarian, take-... more

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1. Frank Luntz
2. Robert Costa
3. Chris Christie
4. Antjuan Seawright
5. Steve Hilton
6. Terry McAuliffe
7. Ron DeSantis
8. Chris Sununu

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