Mediaite editor in chief Aidan McLaughlin speaks with Stephen A. Smith, host of ESPN's First Take, host of the Know Mercy Podcast, and author of the new book "Straight Shooter", a memoir of his life and career. Smith dishes on everything: his incredible career, how to make it in the media industry, being friends with Fox News hosts, the Dominion lawsuit, Tucker Carlson's Jan. 6 coverage, Don Lemon's "prime" comments, his personal style, and whether he sees a future in late night comedy or political office. This episode is hosted by Aidan McLaughlin with production assistance from Alyona Uvarova.
Mediaite editor in chief Aidan McLaughlin speaks with Stephen A. Smith, host of ESPN's First Take, host of the Know Mercy Podcast, and author of the new book "Straight Shooter", a memoir of his life and career. Smith dishes on everything: his incredible career, how to make it in the media industry, being friends with Fox News hosts, the Dominion lawsuit, Tucker Carlson's Jan. 6 coverage, Don Lemon's "prime" comments, his personal style, and whether he sees a future in late night comedy or political office.
This episode is hosted by Aidan McLaughlin with production assistance from Alyona Uvarova.