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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Episodes
Hour 1: The Best of the Brow
May 10, 2021 17:52 - 47 minutesMax & Chris Canty debate if Anthony Davis is the best big man in the world, and if the Knicks season will be a failure if they don't win a playoff series. The guys predict which 1st round QB will be the first to start a playoff game, and react to Pelicans GM David Griffin's comments about Zion Williamson.
Hour 2: King in decline?
May 07, 2021 16:33 - 48 minutesStephen A, Max, Kendrick Perkins and Jeff Saturday debate, if LeBron James is declining, what's been the biggest move of the NFL off season and if it's harder to win a title in the NFL or the NBA.
Hour 1: Lakers lagging
May 07, 2021 16:30 - 42 minutesStephen A, Max and Jeff Saturday debate how far the Lakers will make it in the playoffs, if Harden or Durant are more important to the Nets' title hopes and much more!
Hour 2: Fixing the Rodgers/Packers Relationship
May 06, 2021 17:13 - 48 minutesStephen A. & Max discuss what the Packers can to keep Aaron Rodgers on the team, Stephen A. tells us if his Knicks loss to the Nuggets is a big deal, then Ryan Clark joins to debate Rodgers' Jerry Krause jab, Tim Tebow's attempt at a comeback as a tight end, and Jimbo Fisher's comments about beating Alabama.
Hour 1: The Last Dance In Lambeau?
May 06, 2021 17:07 - 43 minutesStephen A. & Max debate if Aaron Rodgers calling GM Brian Gutekunst "Jerry Krause" is fair, and debate if Rodgers or the Packers look worse. Later, the guys react to the Nets being fined because of Kyrie's resistance to talk to the media, and then give their top-5 point guards in the NBA.
Hour 2: Richard Sherman Joins
May 05, 2021 17:29 - 47 minutesMax and Kendrick Perkins rank their top 5 most terrifying players in the NBA, then they debate if the Nets should feel threatened by the Knicks. later, Super Bowl champion Richard Sherman joins to give us his takes on the top stories in the NFL, and later, Ryan Clark tells us if trading Aaron Rodgers is the Packers' only option.
Hour 1: Cliff James?
May 05, 2021 17:23 - 42 minutesMax and Kendrick Perkins debate if we are seeing the decline of LeBron James, and Dan Orlovsky joins to tell us if Aaron Rodgers should want to go to the Browns. Later, Max & Perk question if the Nets can win the East without James Harden. Then Dan Orlovsky returns to react to Tom Brady saying he would trade 2 of his Super Bowl rings to have a perfect season.
The Draft Is Over & Kimberley Might Be Catfishing Us
May 04, 2021 20:26 - 1 hourWelcome back to First Take, Her Take! Hosts Charly, Kimberley, and Chiney discuss life with COVID restrictions lightening up, the NFL Draft is finally over, Kamie Crawford from MTV's Catfish stops by to talk about the ins and outs of getting catfished, and more!
Hour 2: M-V-Paul?
May 04, 2021 17:39 - 48 minutesStephen A, Max, Marcus Spears and Kendrick Perkins debate if Chris Paul should be the MVP, how we should view Carmelo right now and which team would give Aaron Rodgers the best chance to win a Super Bowl.
Hour 2: 2021 NFL Draft First Round Recap Part II
April 30, 2021 16:34 - 47 minutesStephen A. and Max discuss which Quarterbacks and Wide Receivers drafted in the first round will have an immediate impact. Ryan Clark joins to talk about what team should trade for Aaron Rodgers, and who had the better draft, the Jets or the Jaguars.
Hour 1: 2021 NFL Draft First Round Recap
April 30, 2021 15:36 - 43 minutesStephen A. and Max look back at the first round of the NFL Draft and react to the biggest moves and picks made. Dan Orlovsky joins the show to talk about Aaron Rodgers wanting out of Green Bay and how that impacts the Packers draft this year.
Hour 2: NFL Draft Special Part II
April 29, 2021 16:15 - 48 minutesStephen A., Max, & Ryan Clark debate how the Cowboys can mess up the draft, and then rank their top 5 QBs for tonight. Later, they discuss if it's a problem for the 49ers to trade Jimmy G, whether the Patriots absolutely need one of the top 5 QBs, and QB draft prospect Trey Lance joins the show.
Hour 1: NFL Draft Special
April 29, 2021 15:44 - 42 minutesStephen A., Max, & Mina Kimes tell us what the 49ers should do with the No. 3 pick, whether Trevor Lawrence will live up to expectations, if Zach Wilson to the Jets is the best scenario, and should the Falcons trade their No. 4 pick?
Hour 2: Jerry's Draft World
April 28, 2021 16:55 - 48 minutesStephen A. and Max discuss if Jerry Jones will go rogue with the Cowboys pick in the NFL draft, then they look at Dr. J's NBA all-time lists and react to LeBron being left off. Ryan Clark joins the group to talk about Trey Lance's potential and react to Brick returning to General Hospital!
Hour 1: Paul not for all
April 28, 2021 15:55 - 43 minutesStephen A., Max, and Marcus Spears react to Antonio Brown re-signing with the Bucs and discuss the most exciting QB in this year's NFL draft. Then, Stephen A. and Max debate if Klay Thompson makes the Warriors title contenders, and then react to the Floyd Mayweather Jr/Logan Paul fight announcement, if that is bad for boxing.
Officially Dating & Getting Draft Ready
April 27, 2021 18:22 - 55 minutesWelcome back to First Take, Her Take! Hosts Charly, Kimberley, and Chiney discuss becoming official in a relationship, life at ESPN as a TV personality, and ESPN's Elle Duncan joins the show. Elle talks about hosting the draft for ESPN Radio, using her platform for important topics, and more!
Hour 2: Is the Grass Greener for Aaron Rodgers?
April 27, 2021 17:11 - 51 minutesStephen A., Max, and Kendrick Perkins joins to talk about LeBron James and James Harden's return, then the trio react to Russell Westbrook's comments after another record breaking triple double. Closing out, Damien Woody joins Stephen A. and Max to look at Aaron Rodgers' future with Green Bay and Odell Beckham Jr's with Cleveland.
Hour 1: DeVonta Smith joins the show
April 27, 2021 15:49 - 40 minutesStephen A. and Max react to Kyle Shanahan's comments about the 49ers 3rd pick and QB Jimmy Garoppolo, then the guys discuss Chris Paul's late game heroics and MVP candidacy, and former Alabama WR and Heisman Trophy winner DeVonta Smith joins the show and talks about his place in the upcoming NFL Draft.
Hour 2: KD at MSG?
April 26, 2021 17:22 - 50 minutesStephen A. and Max discuss KD and Kyrie's decision to join the Nets instead of the Knicks, then Tim Hasselbeck joins to look at what the Steelers should do in the NFL draft, and the guys react to Trevor Bauer's comments about Fernando Tatis Jr.
Hour 1: New York's Team
April 26, 2021 17:03 - 41 minutesStephen A and Max debate if the Knicks are putting pressure on the Nets to win it all, and react to Kamaru Usman's knockout of Jorge Masvidal. Tim Hasselbeck joins to talk about Justin Fields' draft position. Later, the crew discuss if LeBron needs to return now for the Lakers.
Hour 2: 1 on 1 with Trevor Lawrence
April 23, 2021 16:53 - 47 minutesStephen A, Max, Damien Woody Trevor Lawrence and Patrick Surtain discuss, what Lawrence really meant with his comments last week, where Surtain should play in the NFL and if Kyler Murray and the Cardinals can take the next step.
Hour 1: Playmaker in the house!
April 23, 2021 16:51 - 43 minutesStephen A, Max and Michael Irvin debate what the Cowboys should do in the draft, if Tom Brady is right about jersey numbers and much more!
Hour 2: Jorge Masvidal
April 22, 2021 16:45 - 49 minutesStephen A, Max and Jorge Masvidal discuss what we can expect to see at UFC 261, if Jalen Hurts should be the Eagles starting quarterback and if Bret Favre was right in his latest comments.
Hour 1: LeBron Responds
April 22, 2021 16:42 - 40 minutesStephen A, Smith, Max Kellerman and Najee Harris debate if LeBron was wrong for his tweet in response to the police shooting of a teenage girl in Ohio, if Steph Curry is the greatest offensive player of all time and how waiting to play at Alabama helped Najee Harris develop.
Hour 2: Reaction To The Derek Chauvin Trial Part II
April 21, 2021 16:47 - 41 minutesStephen A. & Max are joined by social/political commenter and host of the "On One Podcast" Angela Rye join to discuss the Derek Chauvin trial verdict and where we go from here. Later, Ryan Clark joins the discussion.
Hour 1: Reaction To The Derek Chauvin Trial
April 21, 2021 16:43 - 49 minutesStephen A. & Max react to Derek Chauvin being convicted for the murder of George Floyd. Later, ESPN senior writer Howard Bryant, and award-winning director and filmmaker Spike Lee join to give their takes on the verdict.
Shoot Your Shot... Respectfully
April 20, 2021 23:58 - 48 minutesWelcome back to First Take, Her Take! Hosts Charly, Kimberley, and Chiney discuss shooting your shot on social media, Kevin Durant's momentary memory loss, and how the ladies are tired of the NFL Draft coverage but are still going to give you their NFL Draft coverage!
Hour 2: Dallas On The Defense
April 20, 2021 17:01 - 47 minutesStephen A. & Max continue our NFL Draft Blitz with the Dallas Cowboys. Do the guys think that they will trade up and draft an offensive player or try to improve their defense? Then the crew debates if LaMelo Ball will put the Hornets back on the map. Later, Welterweight champion Kamaru Usman joins to talk about his upcoming fight. After, Stephen A. & Max debate if Steph Curry has proven he's the best point guard ever, and react to comments from MLB-great Gary Sheffield.
Hour 1: Is Anyone Hotter Than Curry?
April 20, 2021 16:44 - 43 minutesStephen A. & Max debate if this is the best Steph Curry has ever played, and react to Mike Tomlin's contract extension with the Steelers. Later, Dan Orlovsky joins to discuss if Ravens GM Eric DeCosta's comments were an insult to Lamar Jackson, and if the Giants should try trading up for a quarterback.
Hour 2: break up the Knicks!!!!
April 19, 2021 16:52 - 47 minutesStephen A, and Max debate if Knicks fans should be excited about Zion's comments, what the Cowboys need to do in the draft and if the Nets should be worried about KD's injuries.
Hour 1: Paul for all
April 19, 2021 15:33 - 43 minutesStephen A, and Max debate if Jake Paul needs to fight some better competition, if the Nets should be worried about KD's injuries and if Steph Curry is the greatest offensive weapon in the NBA.
Hour 2: Davis Cleared For Practice
April 16, 2021 17:01 - 49 minutesStephen A. & Max debate what's at stake for Anthony Davis as he nears his return without LeBron, and question if the Dolphins are being smart in building around Tua Tagovailoa. Later, the guys react to the announcement that Michael Jordan will present for Kobe Bryant at his Hall of Fame induction, and tell us which teams they think will be winning big next NFL season.
Hour 1: Is Dame Time MVP?
April 16, 2021 16:51 - 42 minutesStephen A. & Max debate if Damian Lillard or Joel Embiid has a stronger case for MVP, and is Steph Curry the best guard in the NBA? Later, Dan Orlovsky joins to tell us if the Jaguars should be worried about Trevor Lawrence's comments, and then the guys question if the Patriots need to trade up to grab a quarterback in the draft.
Hour 2: LaMarcus Aldridge retires
April 15, 2021 17:39 - 46 minutesStephen A, Max and Booger McFarland react to the breaking news that LaMarcus Aldridge is retiring from the NBA, debate what the Falcons should do with the 4th overall pick and much more!
Hour 1: Sitting Stars
April 15, 2021 16:46 - 45 minutesStephen A and Max debate if NBA stars are resting too much, if Clowney makes the Browns the team to beat in the AFC and how MLB can increase black interest in the sport.
Hour 2: Voluntary Workouts
April 14, 2021 17:14 - 46 minutesStephen A. & Max debate if more NFL teams should not hold voluntary offseason workouts, and discuss if the Suns are real title contenders. Later, NBA Champion Rasheed Wallace joins to talk NBA. Then, Max and Stephen A. react to news of McGregor vs. Poirier III.
Hour 1: There's Only One Ball
April 14, 2021 17:12 - 44 minutesStephen A. & Max tell us how Kevin Durant and Kyrie should respond after Ben Simmons' comments, and react to Mark Cuban's comments about the play-in game. Later, they debate what the 49ers should do at the quarterback position, and discuss what more athletes should do for social justice.
The Dating Game.
April 13, 2021 21:14 - 40 minutesWelcome back to First Take, Her Take! Hosts Charly, Kimberley, and Chiney discuss their love lives, the importance of building relationships, and the pressures of working in television. But don't worry, the ladies also talk a little sports with the impact of Jamal Murray's injury, Julian Edelman retiring from football, and more!
Hour 2: Angela Rye joins the show
April 13, 2021 18:25 - 49 minutesStephen A, Kendrick Perkins, Angela Rye and Louis Riddick discuss the sports world's reaction to the killing of Duante Wright, if Sam Darnold or Zach Wilson is under more pressure and much more!
Hour 1: Here we go again
April 13, 2021 18:20 - 42 minutesStephen A, Kendrick Perkins and Mel Kiper discuss the police shooting of Duante Wright in Minnesota, Mel's latest mock draft and much more!
Hour 2: Kevin's Heart
April 12, 2021 16:39 - 49 minutesStephen A, Max and Marcus Spears debate if Kevin Durant really thinks development is more important than championships, what LeBron and AD coming back means for the Lakers and if you're sold on Zach Wilson
Hour 2: Tiger Tale
April 09, 2021 16:18 - 48 minutesChiney Ogwumike, Kimberly Martin, Freddie Coleman and Charley Arnolt debate if Tiger will win another major, who got the best of the Sam Darnold trade and much more!
Hour 1: Dray Day
April 09, 2021 15:59 - 42 minutesChiney Ogwumike, Kimberly Martin, Charley Arnolt and Freddie Coleman debate if today's NBA players are soft like Draymond Green says, who's the most important player on the Nets and much more!
Hour 2: What To Do With Watson
April 08, 2021 16:11 - 54 minutesIt's a First Take Her Take-Over and Chiney Ogwumike, Kimberley Martin, Charly Arnolt, and guest Damien Woody discuss if it's time to put Deshaun Watson on the Commissioner's Exempt List, then discuss what can stop Tom Brady from winning another Super Bowl and if the Cowboys should draft Kyle Pitts. Later, Monica McNutt joins to discuss Draymond Green's comments on the lack of support for women's sports. The crew gives us their top NBA takes and their "Boss Lady" shout outs.
Hour 1: Perfect Durant
April 08, 2021 15:42 - 36 minutesIt's a First Take Her Take-Over! Chiney Ogwumike, Kimberley Martin, and Charly Arnolt debate if the Nets are a lock for the NBA title, and if Donovan Mitchell is better than Devin Booker right now. Later, Eagles offensive lineman Lane Johnson joins to talk about his team and quarterback Jalen Hurts. Then, Michael Collins joins from the Masters to get us ready for a great weekend of golf.
Life, Football, & Everything In Between with Camille Kostek
April 07, 2021 19:00 - 57 minutesWelcome back to First Take, Her Take! Hosts Charly, Kimberley, and Chiney start off by congratulating the Stanford women's basketball team! Then, they get into Aaron Rodgers on Jeopardy, Tom Brady's recent "Patriot's way" comments, and Sam Darnold's trade. After that, the ladies are joined by Camille Kostek who you may know as Buccaneers TE Rob Gronkowski's girlfriend but they got to know her in a different light.
Hour 2: Jerry Wants Pitts
April 07, 2021 17:09 - 49 minutesStephen A. & Max debate what drafting Kyle Pitts would do for the Cowboys, question if Tiger Woods will ever win another major, then Marcus Spears joins to discuss if Tom Brady and the Bucs should be favorites to win the NFC, and other NFL topics.
Hour 1: KD's Return
April 07, 2021 17:02 - 42 minutesStephen A. & Max debate if Kevin Durant or James Harden are more important for the Nets to win, react to one of Deshaun Watson's accusers speaking out, and discuss if they believe Russell Wilson's comments about staying with the Seahawks.
Hour 2: Ball till you fall
April 06, 2021 17:40 - 48 minutesStephen A, Max, Dick Vitale and Marcus Spears debate if LaMelo is being ranked too high by ESPN on one recent list, if Gonzaga was over rated and if it's time to let go of the Astros' cheating scandal.
Hour 1: Bear down!
April 06, 2021 17:38 - 42 minutesStephen A, Max,. Booger McFarland, Scott Drew and Seth Greenberg discuss the Baylor Bears winning the NCAA Men's Basketball national championship, Sam Darnold's escape from New York and much more!