1. It’s no secret that I’ve become a huge fan of First Take on Wednesdays, when Chris “Mad Dog” Russo joins Stephen A. Smith and Molly Qerim for two hours of arguing, yelling and fun. I’ve listened to ...

There are at least three reasons as to why Stephen A. Smith has seemed like he was shot out of a cannon since returning from a COVID-19 scare — which he wasn’t sure he’d make it back from. Staring ...

ESPN has officially named Shae Cornette as the new host of First Take, replacing longtime anchor Molly Qerim just days before the NBA season tips off, Front Office Sports reports. Cornette will join ...

ESPN president of content Burke Magnus told The Athletic on Thursday that the company will take 30 to 45 days to try out a variety of people for the “First Take” hosting role that had been filled by ...

1. No matter how you feel about ESPN's Stephen A. Smith, you have to give him credit for being open and honest about recent developments at First Take. Smith appears on the latest SI Media Podcast, ...

First Take is one of the most recognized sports talk shows in the United States, known for its high-energy debates and interviews with prominent figures across all major sports. The program, which ...

The morning show's July audience was up 26 percent vs. the same month in 2022. By Rick Porter Television Business Editor ESPN‘s First Take wrapped July with a double-digit ratings gain over the same ...

Nothing keeps Stephen A. Smith from saying what he wants on ESPN’s popular “First Take.” Except for faulty wi-fi. Magic Johnson joined the late-morning show on May 4, ready to hash it out with Smith ...

First Take will look a little different this week. Don't fret, Stephen A. Smith will still be on the show, just with a supporting different cast than usual. SportsCenter anchors will be joining First ...

In June 2012, in the middle of the NBA Finals, Stephen A. Smith and Skip Bayless locked into another disagreement. This one sounded nothing like their battles on ESPN’s “First Take,” the controversial ...