First Take
1,389 episodes - English - Latest episode: 1 day ago - ★★★★★ - 44 ratingsFirst Take is always a heated discussion as Stephen A. Smith and guests debate about the day's top stories.
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Hour 1: Suns Must Win?
July 16, 2021 17:31 - 48 minutesStephen A. Smith, Max Kellerman and Molly Qerim Rose preview Game 5 between the Bucks and Suns and debate if it's a must win for Phoenix. Marcus Spears joins the show to talk about the latest developments involving Aaron Rodgers and to debate who is the most important player in the NFC East.
Hour 2: Cowboys Let Down?
July 15, 2021 17:55 - 47 minutesStephen A. and Max ask Kendrick Perkins if Khris Middleton has proven he is the Batman of the Bucks. Then, Stephen A. and Max debate which NFL team will be the biggest surprise this season, maybe even the Cowboys! And they react to Jake Paul wanting to fight Canelo Alvarez in a boxing match.
Hour 1: Sun Block
July 15, 2021 17:28 - 44 minutesStephen A. and Max look back at Giannis' clutch block of Deandre Ayton in Game 4, and they debate if the Bucks are playing well or are the Suns losing the series. They discuss if Cam Newton can lead the Patriots to a Super Bowl.
Hour 2: The Freak's Legacy
July 14, 2021 17:19 - 42 minutesMax & Kendrick Perkins debate what these Finals mean for Giannis' legacy, and then Marcus Spears joins to debate the best receiving duo in NFL history. Monica McNutt tells us if the Sixers can get an All-Star in a possible trade for Ben Simmons, and then Marcus Spears returns to talk NFL.
Hour 1: Finals Game 4
July 14, 2021 17:16 - 49 minutesMax & Keyshawn Johnson debate who has the edge in tonight's Game 4 between the Bucks and the Suns, and discuss how Kawhi's surgery will impact his future. Then Marcus Spears joins to react to Adam Shefter's latest comments on the Aaron Rodgers situation. Plus, Vince Carter tells us if we've been too concerned about Team USA Men's Basketball.
There's Room For Everyone At The Table
July 14, 2021 09:00 - 37 minutesWelcome back to First Take, Her Take! Charly is joined by Kimberley from her island vacation while Elle took the week off from the pod. The two talk Charly’s birthday celebration, Kimberley’s fabulous getaway, and they squeeze in a few sports stories. Later on, Charly is joined by NFL Agent Nicole Lynn who talks about her life and career as a trailblazer.
Hour 2: Panic Time for Team USA?
July 13, 2021 16:52 - 41 minutesStephen A. and Max challenge Kendrick Perkins' take that the Suns are becoming a dynasty, then they ask if it is time to panic for Team USA after another exhibition loss. Stephen A. and Max debate what team LeBron will be remembered with, and react to Patrick Mahomes comments about Justin Herbert.
Hour 1: Sho-Time
July 13, 2021 16:35 - 50 minutesStephen A. and Max are joined by Jeff Passan to talk about Shohei Ohtani in the All-Star game and his impact on baseball, then they look back to Team USA's second straight exhibition loss, and Joon Lee joins to talk with Stephen A. about Shohei Ohtani.
Hour 2: Pack up and Leave
July 12, 2021 18:56 - 48 minutesStephen A, Max and Damien Woody debate where Aaron Rodgers will play next season, if Brady is a top 3 QB and if Astros vs Yankees is the best rivalry in sports.
Hour 1: Buck the trend
July 12, 2021 18:53 - 41 minutesStephen A, Smith and Max Kellerman debate who has the edge in the Bucs/ Suns series going forward, if Aaron Rodgers is softening his stance and if Conor McGregor is done.
Hour 2: Love Under Pressure?
July 09, 2021 17:15 - 44 minutesRos Gold-Onwude, Keyshawn Johnson, and Alan Han are joined by Kendrick Perkins to debate if the Suns are an emerging dynasty in the NBA. Keyshawn shares "Key's Top 5" most polarizing figures in sports. Then they look at which 2nd-year quarterback is under the most pressure in the upcoming NFL season.
Hour 1: Rising Sun
July 09, 2021 17:03 - 44 minutesRos Gold-Onwude, Keyshawn Johnson, and Alan Han react to the Suns take a 2-0 series lead over the Bucks in the Finals, then they revisit if Patrick Mahomes can catch Tom Brady as the NFL GOAT. They discuss if fans should remain loyal to team's no matter their performance, and debate if the Tokyo Olympics should be canceled.
Hour 2: Play the white way?
July 08, 2021 17:55 - 40 minutesKeyshawn Johnson, Allan Hahn, Marcus Spears and Patrick Mahomes debate if baseball's unwritten rules are the old way or the white way, why Eric Beienemy hasn't gotten a head coaching job yet and if Baker should force feed the ball to OBJ this season.
Suns up
July 08, 2021 17:52 - 45 minutesKeyshawn Johnson Allan Hahn and Marcus Spears debate if Giannis or Chris Paul's legacy is more on the line in these finals, if Aaron Rodgers will play in Green Bay this season and if you would rather have Carson Wentz or Jalen Hurts.
Rules Are Meant To Be Brok...Changed
July 07, 2021 13:45 - 51 minutesWelcome back to First Take, Her Take! While Kimberley is on vacation, Charly and Elle share updates from their Fourth of July holiday and weigh in on annoying Starbucks customers with digital intern Lachelle Smith, who happens to be a former barista. The crew also welcomes digital producer Terrika Foster-Brasby to the show, as the three discuss Sha'Carri Richardson's suspension, competitive eating and Kim Kardashian taking over the Olympics
Hour 2: Back to Atlanta
July 02, 2021 15:45 - 23 minutesKeyshawn Johnson & Freddie Coleman tell us who was the biggest reason for the Bucks Game 5 win, question if the NFL came down hard enough on the Washington Football Team, and debate if all Championships are created equal.
Hour 1: Bucks Take The Lead
July 02, 2021 15:37 - 24 minutesKeyshawn Johnson & Freddie Coleman debate if the Bucks-Hawks series is over, and question if Reggie Bush should get his Heisman Trophy back.
Late Show Hour 2: Stephen A. on Pippen
July 01, 2021 22:09 - 34 minutesStephen A. & Max react to Scottie Pippen's comments about Phil Jackson and Michael Jordan. Plus, are Dak and the Cowboys heading for a big year? Then, the guys debate if the best players should play Olympic basketball and make their picks for tonight's Game 5 in the Eastern Conference Finals.
Late Show Hour 1: CP3's Career-Defining Win
July 01, 2021 21:36 - 35 minutesStephen A. & Max debate what last night's series-clinching win meant for Chris Paul, and tell us how they feel about Kawhi Leonard and Paul George now. Later, the guys tell us which hurt star's return is most important for their team's success in the Hawks-Bucks series. Then, they discuss if the Suns broke the Clippers and react to Patrick Beverley pushing Chris Paul.
Hour 2: CP3 to Finals
July 01, 2021 18:03 - 46 minutesCharly Arnolt, Freddie Coleman, Keyshawn Johnson and Tim Legler debate if Chris Paul is a top 5 point guard of all time. Keyshawn and Freddie give their top 5 college athletes who would have made the most money. The guys also debates who out of Tua Tagovailoa, Jalen Hurts or Mac Jones they would want leading their franchise, and they preview Game 5 between the Bucks and Hawks.
Hour 1: Sun sets on Clippers
July 01, 2021 17:55 - 46 minutesCharly Arnolt, Keyshawn Johnson, and Freddie Coleman discuss the Clippers' chances to make another title run. Then they look at who is the most important player in tonight's Hawks Bucks Game 5. And they react to the NCAA's decision to approve Name, Image, Likeness rights for college athletes.
Hour 2: Ja Morant Joins the Show
June 30, 2021 22:03 - 51 minutesKendrick Perkins, Monica McNutt and Charly Arnolt and Ros Gold-Onwude discuss if Game 4 was on the Bucks or the Hawks. Kendrick and Monica respond to Danny Green's comments about Ben Simmons. And Ja Morant joins the show to talk about his new documentary and the NBA playoffs.
Hour 1: What the Buck
June 30, 2021 21:27 - 40 minutesKendrick Perkins, Monica McNutt, and Charly Arnolt look at who needs to step up for the Bucks, and they debate if it is time to panic for the Suns. They discuss if Serena Williams can win another major title after retiring from Wimbledon.
The Cheating Game
June 30, 2021 09:00 - 45 minutesWelcome back to First Take, Her Take! Hosts Charly, Kimberley, and Elle talk Trae Young's injury and Elle's Hawks moving forward, Scottie Pippen starting beef with everyone, and getting caught cheating!
Hour 1: Stayin alive!
June 29, 2021 17:25 - 42 minutesKendrick Perkins and Dominique Foxworth debate if Paul George has cemented himself as a superstar, who's the most important player in game 4 of the Bucks/Hawks series and much more!
Hour 2: Stop Bashing PG13?
June 25, 2021 16:55 - 45 minutesStephen A., Max, & Kendrick Perkins debate if people need to stop bashing Paul George's playoff performances, then Max tells us how confident he is in the US Men's Olympic basketball team. Later, the guys react to Scottie Pippen's comments about Doc Rivers ruining Ben Simmons, and later react to something Pippen tweeted while watching the show!
Hour 1: LA Shines
June 25, 2021 16:53 - 45 minutesStephen A. & Max debate if the Clippers Game 3 win was more about the Suns or the Clippers, and react to the spat between Kevin Durant and Scottie Pippen. Later, the guys tell us who is the most important player in tonight's Game 2 between the Bucks and Hawks. Then, the crew discusses if hiring Jason Kidd as Head Coach is a step forward or backwards for the Mavericks.
Hour 2: Suns beaming
June 24, 2021 17:48 - 43 minutesStephen A,, Max and Kimberly Martin debate if the Suns will go up 3-0 on the Clippers, the biggest reason for the Hawks game 1 win and if the Brady way is better than the Patriot way.
Hour 1: Hawks steal game 1
June 24, 2021 17:43 - 46 minutesStephen A. Max, and Marcus Spears debate if Trae Young has a higher ceiling than Steph Curry, if KD is more talented than Jordan and if Packers players are worried about what's happening with Aaron Rodgers.
Hour 2: Long Reviews
June 23, 2021 16:24 - 21 minutesStephen A. & Max debate how bad the long reviews were in Game 2 after the last 90 seconds on the clock lasted over 30 minutes. Later, the guys question if baseball has gone too far in the crackdown of sticky substances, and give us their biggest NBA draft steals outside of the top 10 picks.
Hour 1: Valley Oop
June 23, 2021 16:22 - 25 minutesStephen A. & Max react to the Suns great Game 2 win and question if Paul George is to blame. Later, the guys debate if the Hawks need to steal one of the first 2 games against the Bucks.
We're Calling BS...
June 23, 2021 02:00 - 52 minutesWelcome back to First Take, Her Take! Hosts Charly, Kimberley, and Elle lean into the pettiness on this week's episode! The ladies talk about players being authentically themselves in the best and worst ways, players throwing shade, players not living up to expectations... this episode has it all!
Hour 2: 2 GOATs 1 Shop
June 22, 2021 18:19 - 43 minutesStephen A, Max, Damien Woody, George Kittle and Robert Tonyan discuss, who Tom Brady may have been talking about in his comment on The Shop, the significance of Carl Nassib's coming out announcement and why Tim Tebow didn't get an invite to Tight End University.
Hour 1: Sun rising?
June 22, 2021 18:12 - 47 minutesStephen A, Max and Kendrick Perkins debate if the Suns can go up 2-0 on the Clippers, who's the most important player in the Hawks/Bucks series and if Ben Simmons can be fixed.
Hour 1: The Magic Man
June 21, 2021 17:48 - 54 minutesStephen A, Max, and Magic Johnson debate if Ben Simmons or Doc Rivers looks worse after Philly's collapse, who needs their star player back more the Clippers or Suns and much more!
Hour 2: Perk's Pep Talk
June 18, 2021 17:05 - 44 minutesCharly Arnolt, Keyshawn Johnson, Alan Hahn, and Kendrick Perkins look at who has the edge in the Nets v Bucks series. Then, the group reacts to the Celtics trading Kemba Walker to the Thunder. Alan tells the Pelicans to "Carry Hahn" and trade Zion to the Knicks. And Perk gives advice to the stars of the Hawks v 76ers and Clippers v Jazz series.
Hour 1: Kemba to OKC
June 18, 2021 17:04 - 43 minutesCharly Arnolt, Keyshawn Johnson, Alan Hahn and Kendrick Perkins react to the Kemba Walker trade and breakdown the Bucks game 6 win over the Nets. Kimberly Martin joins to debate whether or not it's time for the Packers to trade Aaron Rodgers. Perk comes back to discuss what a Clippers series win would mean for Paul George's legacy.
Hour 2: Mayfield of Dreams?
June 17, 2021 17:24 - 44 minutesCharly, Keyshawn, Hahn, and Ros Gold-Onwude give more reaction to Game 5 of the 76ers Hawks series. Booger McFarland rejoins the show to discuss Baker Mayfield's comments about the Browns' Super Bowl chances. Keyshawn, Ros, and Hahn give their top 5 future faces of the NBA. Hahn and Keyshawn debate if Luka Dončić will be a Maverick for the rest of his career.
Hour 1: 76ers Collapse
June 17, 2021 17:24 - 45 minutesCharly Arnolt, Keyshawn Johnson and Alan Hahn breakdown Game 5 of the Hawks 76ers series. Keyshawn and Hahn react to LeBron James' criticism of the NBA not pushing the start of the season back further. Booger McFarland joins the show to talk about Aaron Rodgers and his future in Green Bay.
Hour 2: QB Mania
June 16, 2021 17:40 - 48 minutesMore reaction to Kawhi Leonard's knee injury and Chris Paul entering COVID-19 protocols. Louis Riddick joins First Take to discuss the quarterback situations in San Francisco and Chicago. Monica and Freddie preview game 5 of the Hawks 76ers series.
Hour 1: Kawhi, CP3 Out
June 16, 2021 17:36 - 43 minutesCharly Arnolt, Freddie Coleman and Monica McNutt react to Kawhi Leonard's knee injury and Chris Paul entering COVID-19 protocols. Monica and Freddie debate if the torch has been passed from LeBron James to Kevin Durant. Jeff Saturday joins to discuss the future for Aaron Rodgers and Green Bay. Monica and Freddie discuss the biggest snubs from the All-NBA Teams and who they would replace.
Entertaining Exes
June 16, 2021 02:00 - 47 minutesWelcome back to First Take, Her Take! Hosts Charly, Kimberley, and Elle really nail the transitions in this episode! The ladies talk everything from getting back together with your ex to who might win it all in this year's NBA Championship!
Hour 2: Pauling Out
June 15, 2021 16:30 - 18 minutesStephen A. and Max debate if Mike D'Antoni would be a good head coaching fit for the Trail Blazers, and if there is a rift between Luka Doncic and Mavericks front office. And they look at how Chris Paul's playoff performance has improved his legacy.
Hour 1: Nets in Danger?
June 15, 2021 16:14 - 34 minutesStephen A. and Max debate if the Hawks came back to win, or the 76ers collapsed down the stretch. With Kyrie Irving and James Harden out, the guys discuss if Kevin Durant can win by himself. And they look at who will win the Clippers Jazz series.
Hour 2: Big D winning the NFC East?
June 14, 2021 18:21 - 47 minutesCharly, Freddie and Monica are joined by Ros Gold-Onwude to debate the Nets chances against the Bucks. Louis Riddick joins to look at if the Browns will compete for the Chiefs in the AFC, and if Zeke will have a bounce year, leading the Cowboys to winning the NFC East. Then they look back at LeBron and Drake showing up to Bronny James' high school game.
Hour 1: Jerry Jeudy joins the show
June 14, 2021 17:47 - 45 minutesCharly Arnolt, Freddie Coleman, and Monica McNutt discuss if Kevin Durant can win the series without Kyrie and Harden, and they look at if the NBA has gotten soft. Marcus Spears joins to debate where Aaron Rodgers will play next season. Then, Broncos WR Jerry Jeudy joins to talk about his rookie year and the possibility of Rodgers joining the Broncos.
Hour 2: Off Night For Nets?
June 11, 2021 16:15 - 43 minutesStephen A. & Max debate of the Nets lost because of their offense, and question if Damian Lillard should want Mike D'Antoni as his coach. Kendrick Perkins joins to discuss if Shaq was ever the best player in the NBA. Later, the guys react to Russell Wilson saying he didn't request a trade, and tell us what their favorite nicknames in sports are.
Hour 1: Bucks Bounce Back
June 11, 2021 16:05 - 45 minutesStephen A. & Max tell us if they are more confident in the Bucks after the win, and debate if the Clippers are done. Louis Riddick joins to discuss what the best thing is about Aaron Rodgers missing Packers camp, and the crew tells us who the most important player is in tonight's Sixers-Hawks Game 3 match-up.
Hour 2: Quavo And Perk Squash The Beef
June 10, 2021 17:34 - 45 minutesStephen A reacts to Dak Prescott's new endorsements. Stephen A and Max "battle" over whether #6 LeBron or #23 LeBron is better. Quavo joins the show to talk about the Atlanta Hawks and squashes his beef with Kendrick Perkins.
Hour 1: Suns Cook Nuggets
June 10, 2021 17:31 - 45 minutesStephen A and Max react to Game 2 of the Suns Nuggets series. Keyshawn Johnson joins the show to debate who is the biggest threat in the NFC to Tom Brady and the Bucs. On this day in Smithstory: The guys debate Max's take from on this day in 2019 that Giannis Antetokounmpo is better than Kevin Durant.