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Stephen A. Smith & SiriusXM

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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 noise that week. Expect real talk, sharp takes, and big conversations with people you know (and some you’ll want to know). It’s Stephen A. like you’ve never heard him — multifaceted, unpredictable, and always on point. Holla@urBoy!

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Oct 15, 2026 · UTC

THE GOP’S CONTINUING DECLINE, DEMOCRATS PLAN TO REGAIN THE HOUSE; CHUCK ROCHA; BIRTHDAY CALLS

Stephen A. discusses the GOP’s continued decline and Democrats’ plans if they retake the House. Political strategist Chuck Rocha, a contributor to CBS News, CNN, and MS NOW, joins the show to break down voter sentiment, the Latino vote, immigration, and the high-stakes Texas Senate race. Former Senator Joe Manchin (I-WV), former Governor John Kasic…

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Oct 8, 2026 · UTC

PRESIDENT TRUMP’S SINKING APPROVAL RATING; SEAN HANNITY; JEFF FEELY

Stephen A. discusses Donald Trump’s declining approval ratings, Texas Senate candidate Ken Paxton’s decision not to debate Democraticopponent James Talarico, and the growing influence of independent voters. Fox News host Sean Hannity sits down with Stephen A. toreflect on his 30 years at the network, the evolution of conservatism, the Iran War, and…

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Oct 1, 2026 · UTC

THE PROTECT COLLEGE SPORTS ACT; TEXAS REP. GINA HINOJOSA; BRUCE BLAKEMAN

Stephen A. weighs in on President Donald Trump’s 32-day campaign tour, his message to Black voters, and his involvement in the ProtectCollege Sports Act. Texas Democratic Rep. Gina Hinojosa is interviewed about her run in the hotly contested Texas gubernatorial race, as wellas redistricting, immigration, data centers, and education reform. Republic…

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Sep 24, 2026 · UTC

Attorney Ken Turkel: Congressman Don Beyer; White House Press Ban; The "Trump Arch" & AI in Aviation

Guest host Laura Coates fills in for Stephen A. Smith to tackle a packed docket of constitutional controversies, technological threats, and public health debates.The White House Press Ban: Coates breaks down the legal mechanics of what she dubs "White House ban gate," analyzing the First Amendment and Fifth Amendment due process implications of the…

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Sep 17, 2026 · UTC

THE FUTURE OF A.I.; REP. JOHN JAMES

Stephen A. sounds the alarm about warnings that A.I. could end civilization within the next decade and Anthropic CEO Dario Amodei’scalls to slow AI development. Republican gubernatorial candidate John James (R-MI) joins the show to discuss his run for Governor of Michigan, his economic plan for the state, and the war in Iran. Hosted by Simplecast, …

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Sep 10, 2026 · UTC

TRUMP-A-PALOOZA; SENATOR CHRIS MURPHY

Stephen A. discusses Trump’s declining approval rating, the ongoing war in Iran, and the GOP’s first-ever two-day national midterm convention in Dallas, Texas. Sen. Chris Murphy (D-CT) joins the show to discuss the state of the Democratic Party, the Protect College SportsAct, and his bestselling book, Crisis of the Common Good: The Fight for Meanin…

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Sep 3, 2026 · UTC

LAURA LOOMER’S UNHINGED COMMENTS ABOUT BLACK WOMEN; DR. ABDUL EL-SAYED, SETH BODNAR

Stephen A. discusses far-right internet personality Laura Loomer’s disparaging remarks about Black female politicians. Physician and Progressive Democrat Dr. Abdul El-Sayed is interviewed about his run for the U.S. Senate in Michigan, and former University of Montana President Seth Bodnar joins the show to discuss his run as an Independent for the…

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Aug 27, 2026 · UTC

SPECIAL GUEST HOST LAURA COATES; META SETTLEMENT; DRUG PRICES; SPACE EXPLORATION

Guest host Laura Coates steps in for Stephen A. Smith to dissect Meta's massive legal settlement regarding teen mental health, bipartisan efforts to slash exorbitant US prescription drug prices, and updates on space exploration. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal da…

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Aug 20, 2026 · UTC

RAND PAUL; DONNA BRAZILE; JOE & HEATHER MANCHIN

Stephen A. talks with Senator Rand Paul about Dr. Anthony Fauci’s testimony before Congress on the federal government's COVID-19 response. Encore: Emmy Award-winning media expert, veteran political strategist, and former DNC Chair Donna Brazile joins the show to discuss the future of the Democratic Party, the shifting political landscape, and the u…

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Aug 13, 2026 · UTC

WHAT COUNTRY DO YOU WANT; BYRON DONALDS

Stephen A. discusses the rise of the Democratic Socialists of America (DSA) movement, its influence on the Democratic Party, and whether its policies will appeal to voters in the midterm election and beyond. Florida Republican Rep. Byron Donalds joins the program to discuss voter integrity, the state of both political parties, and his run for Flori…

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Aug 6, 2026 · UTC

THE STATE OF TODAY’S POLITICS; JOE AND HEATHER MANCHIN; DONNA BRAZILE

Stephen A. discusses Dr. Anthony Fauci’s testimony before Congress on the federal government's COVID-19 response, progressive Democrat Abdul El-Sayed’s victory in Michigan’s primary, and the growing calls from lawmakers for a Pentagon investigation into at least 15 Trump-supported companies that have collectively received more than $3.2 billion in …

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Jul 30, 2026 · UTC

FAUCI PLEADS THE FIFTH & MIDTERMS; Guest host Laura Coates interviews Norm Eisen and Karen Finney

In this special edition of Straight Shooter with Stephen A., CNN Chief Legal Analyst and anchor Laura Coates steps in as guest host to tackle a fiery week of political showdowns on Capitol Hill. At the center of the episode is Dr. Anthony Fauci’s contentious appearance before the Senate Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs Committee, where he…

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