Another Shooting Black America. What’s up?? + ESPN Layoffs | The Stephen A. Smith Show

Stephen A. sounds off on yet another mass shooting, this time in Baltimore, and the Black community. He also discusses the recent layoffs at ESPN.
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[@busyb6269]

My dad has always stressed to me, “nothing good happens past midnight”. Take that for what you will. Prayers up

[@JoMelv]

I don’t know how old you are, but that goes back to how we had to be in the house when the light pole lights came on and given the curfew of being in by 11or 12 when we got older.

[@Gates216]

As a 35 year old black man I definitely appreciate your courage to speak on this issue unapologetically. We have a serious crime issue in our community and it’s up to us to change that, simple and plain! Thank you brother 🙏🏾

[@AB1B1]

It's not entirely up to us. When there's an issue in the country the govt is suppose to intervene to make a change for the better. Instead they continue to push laws or neglect to push laws that keep us in a perpetual state of violence, debauchery, and foolishness. This is not me absolving us from responsibility, I'm just saying WE NEED BIG HELP!!

[@aaris7220]

@@AB1B1 THANK YOU!!!

[@robreeto]

​@@AB1B1you are right to an extent! The government is allowing all this chaos. Giving slaps on the wrists, letting people who murder out on bail, San Francisco allowing people to steal items as long as they're not valued over $900, its all a recipe for chaos. Couple that with the black community not cooperating with law enforcement (no snitching, no talking, resisting) and using guns to defend territories

[@lapx1]

​@@AB1B1it is entirely us! WTF!

[@sup9542]

​@@AB1B1 And this is the fundamental difference in people's politics. Politics is not good vs evil, it's about do you think government should use its superpowers to solve problems, or do you think government should just do the basics and it's up to communities to solve their own problems. There are legitimate arguments for either philosophy. Government has done a lot of good in the past, so why not try to do more good. But bloated government can collapse economies and too much power in the wrong hands makes things worse.

[@gregb767]

I have been saying EVERYTHING he said over the last several years, sometimes in fear that I would get push back from the black community. But it is so true, impactful and impressive !! Thank you Stephen A. for taking the bold responsibility to say it. People please listen to him. We are in a perilous situation.

[@pkp6791]

I hear you. I realized that about 40 yrs ago and planned my life around shared values. That has helped me tremendously. I am grateful.

[@eightyoneisme]

Must respect for this brother. He's not afraid to say that we have a problem in the black community.

[@nyk3334]

I’m white and it’s our problem too. We CAN do this. I think a major issue with black America is constantly using their ethnicity as the overarching theme. You’re American, we’re American. A major reason I know racism has zero to do with this is Africans and Caribbeans never have these issues here. It’s always the American born ones. Why? Marxist education system that preaches victimhood and promulgates a derelict culture (which was imported via the UK then to the south, there’s nothing African about it). From 1865-1960, blacks were conservative folks. God fearing, family-oriented and completely non-violent (during a time they should have been considering how terrible conditions were for them. Anyway, stop voting democrat. It’s literally killing us.

[@patmarr]

You mean black MEN right. Black men who have failed to be men and fathers of the community right?. Black men who continue to push their original ancient culture of degeneracy right?. Black men who teach and show their sons and daughters that they have no value by abondoning them and placing other races of people above them right? Black men who spld and pimped their women to other groups of men right? Black men who go around committing crjmes, refusing to support and buid up their own community while crying and begging the yt man they call the devil for resources, acceptance and validation right? Black men who have no pride, therefore no shame to self account nor correct right?. As a black woman myslef may God curse the very day yol were formed and made our counterparts

[@annebfaith6373]

@@nyk3334 To ask Black Americans to absorb the impact of hundreds of years of the horrific injustices of slavery, systemic racism, discrimination, poverty, mass incarceration, and police brutality when America, among others, are the perpetrators of these vicious crimes is insane! Black people have been victimized and these atrocities cannot be minimized because the residual effects continue. There has to be some meaningful relief provided even if not equitable relief to put the brakes on crime. I believe black people are even blaming each other for the lasting effects of slavery and all its wicked remnants that have yet to be formally acknowledged and dealt with. Meanwhile, police are killing black people; black people are killing black people; racists are killing black people, mass shootings are going down everywhere and affecting everybody. But you're right, it's going to take all of America's people to solve this problem and it can't be done with zero resources. The President should be looking at this domestic problem with extreme urgency. But instead, Joe Biden has turned a blind eye while crime is escalating to a debilitating level. Remember when Joe Biden told Charlemagne from the Breakfast Club, that 'he ain't black if he doesn't vote for him'? Look what black people got in return for their vote -- nothing. This man doesn't deserve a second term or a single vote! But this issue is beyond politics and requires an intervention by The People and the solution is simple. First, we have to hold a special day of prayer for America as one nation under God, asking Him to strengthen us as a nation and to forgive the self-inflicted wounds that threaten the survival of our nation. Second, a National Reparations Fund should be established and administered by the Federal Government. The fund would issue monthly, non-taxable payments of $2000 to descendants of chattel slaves with the caveats gun free, drug free and crime free. Additionally, black people should be given the opportunity to be vocationally trained to be part of the workforce needed for the newly anticipated high-tech plants like Google and Intel. Once they reach an annual salary of $100k, their reparations payments would end. This is not as massive an undertaking as they make it out to be. It can be funded with the billions of dollars currently being pumped into the Ukraine, lottery sales, as well as contributions from businesses and the general public who want to be part of the solution. What will be realized in the end is a safer, more productive society where everyone benefits and thrives.

[@miraajknight5708]

On point. @annebfaith6373

[@thomasfair9707]

​@@nyk3334Black Americans are still God-fearing, family oriented non-violent people. We are not docile or cowtowing any longer. Keep your gaslighting. The 1950s-60s Democrats shifted to Dixiecrats then to the GOP because that ilk was against Civil Rights for Black Americans.

[@BigReidClan]

I was a SAS hater. I owe you an apology. I’ve been listening to you for awhile now. Your intelligence and honesty when it comes American issues mainly Black people is needed and appreciated. 🙏🏾 RESPECT 💯

[@NightsauceHQ]

No apology needed. He never noticed you.

[@BigReidClan]

My apologies aren’t for acknowledgment or to be notice. My apologies are for judging someone I don’t know. God bless the USA!!!!!

[@scottharp9013]

That's for damn sure he certainly didn't notice him that was funny as hell though props to you my guy that was good

[@butternuts14]

A while back he appeared on Fox News. If you saw that clip, it’s clear that he’s a character, on first take, with an emphasis on his real beliefs (in sports.) but his political views aren’t expressed because he doesn’t necessarily fall in line with Disney. Neither does Pat, so it’ll be interesting to see what happens

[@BigReidClan]

@@butternuts14 A few comments and opinions on here had to do with politics. That being said until Black Americans stop expecting and asking for what we owed. We need to help ourselves that goes for human beings in general. Excuses or Results.

[@KrisMcCauley]

man i can't believe stephen a is just getting on youtube. this dude has a gift and espn and network television has been holding him back. and its issues like this we need him to speak on. preach man. preach

[@XTRABIG]

holding him back? he often goes on rants off of sports.

[@jlampkins3136]

Cause ESPN is only sports. They can only talk about so much in the country

[@XTRABIG]

@@jlampkins3136 yeah u know it is popular to blame others imagine blaming espn. "holding him.back". hahaha They gave SAS the platform for sports.

[@KrisMcCauley]

@@XTRABIG just because someone gives you a platform doesn’t indicate present value and he has grown past what they have offered and this video is case in point. I’m not negatively talking about espn here but this video absolutely crushed it and unless espn would have allowed this video to be done on their platform my point stands

[@XTRABIG]

@@KrisMcCauley ESPN wouldnt allow it. But i think it is a stretch to say he has outgrown ESPN. His podcast is fledgling but it hardly compares to his espn vieweship numbers and subscribers. Ultimately, even his own podcast is still mostly sports.

[@KJfromTheFort]

LETS GO STEVEN A!!!!! AINT NOBODY ELSE IN YOUR WORLD SAYIN IT, respect to you sir for putn yourself at risk for the truth. A hero

[@aron352352]

I was never a stephen a fan, but i just became his biggest fan. I hope the ones that need to hear this, hear this. I was starting to wonder if any public figures were ever gonna stand up. Stephen a smith fan for life now. That's a real man ladies and gentlemen

[@keith12311]

Facts

[@annebfaith6373]

I gave you a thumbs down because Stephen A appears to be minimizing the impact of hundreds of years of oppression that black people are continuing to endure. Black people have been victimized which has yet to be formally acknowledged and dealt with.

[@Clyde177]

@@annebfaith6373 I give Mr. Smith a thumbs up. if he ran for president I would vote for him.

[@dblock265]

As a 34 year old black man in America with a 15 year old black child…I felt this Stephen A…I appreciate this episode

[@geetuecole2260]

The sad part is that this will just be up in air or be will just get trolled for this

[@brandonvandelden7972]

Y’all just one big happy family, aren’t y’all. The word “brother” coming out stephen b’s mouth every other word. WHITE LIVES MATTER BITCHES

[@TheRealJHicks]

@dblock265 facts, I'm a 29 yr old black man, I have a 6 year old son and he's Mexican and black.

[@itsme3k]

​@@TheRealJHicks but what does he look like? My half Columbian and half black child looks straight Columbian.

[@TheRealJHicks]

@@itsme3k he looks Mexican, but has darker skin then most.

[@karlnewell3948]

Thank you Stephen! Telling the truth takes courage in this era of cancel culture and the constant embracing of a victim mindset, while relinquishing any form of personal responsibility. This was awesome, stay bold ✊🏾

[@CalmDownClown]

when SA is some form of hero to any community let alone one that is overwhelmed with hatred of its own kind and many of its people think SA is speaking His Truth i now see why it will never end . when your heros all live in gated white communitys and read scripted BS for a living and feed on a daily basis BS to people who think there giving them Truth i am for sure they say the same things about there local preacher who has been fleecing there Hood for years its all one big Joke your hero's are all clowns no wonder the young are so eager to find a life of crime Thug Life brain washed by Biggie and Snoop for decades and the Gate Keepers like SA and the Folks at ESPN and the View . . . Snoop and Whoopie have buried more street kids than any guns ever will . smoke weed every day talk like a street thug brainwash there youth and smile all the way to the Bank and sleep well in there gated white community rinse and repeat well into there senior days talking up the young bloods into a casket or a prison cell .

[@MilesRoads-pd4dw]

Black Ghetto Women Are the Problem

[@lewisgriffin9684]

Maybe it didn't act like some woke b****** it wouldn't have happened in 90% of European analysts have been acting like we woke b****** at least the last five years and when you go woke you over a Disney has been losing money hand-over-fist which who owns ESPN so can you really be surprised got nothing to do with skin tone Max Kellerman didn't deserve to get fired he knows more about boxing anybody in that company Steven is not telling the truth he's just telling you ESPN told him to tell he's having the next one's going to get fired then maybe he'll come up with some honesty

[@fotiosastoria2766]

Lmao nice fist 🤜 pump it up. How are you so easy to be fooled?? Watch out now. Black on black crime is more of a danger than a white man killing you . Facts. The only thing your doing is helping out a dem go after all Guns. Are you worried about a legally owned gun with permit or a illegal gun? Who owns what? Lol 100% facts that most guns used by Gangs and non gangs are illegal. That's the problem. This is one good reason for the constitutional rights we all share. Especially against a Democrat Tyranny Government

[@moneiiquick2111]

What did he do but talk he makes millions and ain’t doing shit but that god is going to punish all of them I can’t wait

[@deadlyshotta2893]

Earned a bit of my respect today. Stand your ground. You’re 100% correct. Subscribed

[@josephturner9201]

This brother is speaking the truth. Let's pay close attention of what he is saying! 🙏🏿🙏🏿🙏🏿

[@LUMAREG]

Every single word of this is 100% facts! Thank you for using your platform to speak up.

[@modernblue24]

Twist: They were celebrating the dead… Now who’s to blame if we mention “human nature” to gossip/manipulate and humiliate when the clear reaction is pure rage and incalculable anger. Context. It’s almost impossible to blame Guns, humans need to change as a whole.

[@daveasmer3353]

Said the dude while cleaning his gun...

[@swbertsch5884]

@@daveasmer3353 where is the fathers no where there is none .... can,t say that stephen

[@Probblems]

@@daveasmer3353 lmmfaaooooooooo

[@RainbowFlowerCrow]

Agreed! My sons are 13 and 16, and my son in law is 25; I can't imagine anything happening to them.. I'd cry until I was sick. And to the others who commented about "where's the fathers", that's neither here nor there. It takes a village to raise these kids, and as parents, all we can do is our best to protect and guide our children. Stephen A was on point with his takes on this issue.

[@CamPhillips-yl9jv]

He coming out his shell in this podcast, like we all knew he could !

[@darrinelliot.]

Time for him to evolve into that Sway, Howard Stern, Conan O’ Brien, realm. Stephen A is a powerhouse & can definitely hold his own.

[@whatthefvckisfashion638]

Cam & Mase

[@leesmith6866]

Facts. We about to get the OLD Stephen A. 'Bout time! ESPN is DONE, especially when he leaves. Scott Van Pelt will soon follow (if he really knows his worth. He and Stephen A. kept that network afloat for 10 years between the two of them.) Once Disney bought them it was over, especially once they got woke and especially when they got "raynebowe" woke.

[@charlesdobronxcharlesdobro4660]

Now there’s a mass shooting in Philly …!! The word was 8 people hit I think at least 4 deceased

[@itshiho]

Once again Stephen A Smith is using percentages to justify the population increasing or decreasing by race. Black people aren't decreasing in number just not increasing as fast as other races are. The Black population has increased every year.

[@tristancummings7693]

Love everything Stephen A. said and I wish more of the African American leaders would come out like this. As a black man I approve this message.

[@keyfield8967]

White violence is "intentionally underreported" so as to make it appear that there is excessive black violence. The US maintains ws through ''smoke and mirrors.'' It will implode one day and the truth will finally explain it all...you ever notice that news won't show white pics in many violence news reports - so the ''conditioned'' instinct would be to assume the story was about some Black crime story.

[@anthonymoore50]

Thanks Stephen A. He's saying more than our so called popular black leaders

[@victorjohnson3491]

Stephen A… I agree with you 100 percent on everything you’ve expressed!! I’m a 56yr. Old blackman from LA ca, this black on black gun violence has been are biggest issue in our communities against each other every since guns popped up out of nowhere in our neighborhoods since I was a kid!!…. I had to literally move out where I grew up because gangs and drive by shootings were a menace to the point that you weren’t even safe sitting at a bus stop waiting for the bus!!… you were virtually an innocent target anywhere!…..living in LA in the 1980’s and 90’s were tragic!….. and in 2023 we still don’t have an answer for gun violence and mass shootings!! I love all my brothas and sistas but, when are we gonna realize that taking each others lives needs to stop before we continue to de-populate are selves!!….. nobody else really cares about us….. we have to care more of each other and stop this bullshit madness that’s been a curse for decades!!….. much love and respect to you Stephen A. Smith for telling what it really is…….like you said, somebody gotta say something!….. now let’s do something about it……. Period!!!!✊🏿🤨🙏🏽💯💯💯💯💯💯💯💯💯💯💯💯

[@jamesnash1180]

I am 56 too USVI

[@leatricetodmann3299]

Victor,Minister Farrakhan talked about it,but as we as Black folks listening?Plus what are the Black politicans doing about this?It's 2023,what's going on?

[@ReubenUrrea]

Well said.

[@jeffyeah4256]

maybe your tribe can't handle the freedom...quit blaming white supremacy.

[@Me-fl4vo]

Grew up in Pacoima CA and now 67 yrs old. Seen the downfall of our communities through drugs and crime. It has cooked the best batch of Black on black violence. The burial, flower, RIP T-shirt businesses are the highest grossing profits of death in our community.

[@rainman415]

This episode was top-tier, I wasn't expecting him to get this deep... I want to watch more now.

[@Eternaldayz]

Absolutely FanDuel DraftKings all of that betting s*** is sponsored by ... Place your bet by the second half and end of the game to win.. listen when I seen the finals last year I knew it was fixed and specially this year so I'm going to see Denver win again right since that was so easy since the most explosive teams like Lakers and Miami playing slow pace like Denver.. Chris Paul injured what injury did he have LeBron didn't go over 40 plus or A&D on the way to the finals since when the brown was hurt his foot then why you playing?? Anyway continue

[@versigarrett431]

Thank you sooo much for saying what need to be said ! ! Hearing about the shootings constantly is so sad . I hope more of those who have a media voice will join you in continuing to send this powerful message . Your comments and message cannot be more on point . We must do better !

[@YungHanibal]

This episode is a defining moment .. it hit different

[@Knightfelled]

This is probably Stephen A's best take yet. Incredible

[@MilesRoads-pd4dw]

Black Ghetto Women Are the Problem .. the are toxic

[@kennethstone4590]

Like fr fr

[@oldeenglishd45]

Made me tear up.

[@jbfrom503]

I agree 💯

[@franchiselofton4998]

Absolutely 💯#GetemStephenA.

[@Shonfrm973]

My sister was Aaliyah. The 18 year old woman that they refer to. I watch Stephen A smith everyday since i was 12 years old I am now 20. The fact that he is talking about this just leaves me speechless. Aaliyah had a wonderful spirit always was effortlessly the life of the room. For her to lose her life the way she did will never sit right with me as her older brother. #LLA 👼🏽🕊 #LongLiveAaliyah 👸🏽🤍💔

[@corybosma9341]

Rest in Peace Aaliyah

[@ojthedjANC3]

So sorry to hear this. I will be praying for your family.

[@ramsnroses_tv334]

May she rest in paradise and may god bring you and your family closure stay up stay positive and keep god close. We stand with you

[@TMama_]

😢😢😢😢

[@asuncyacosta9893]

My condolences to you and your family, may she rest in peace 🕊️

[@ericcrane4871]

Love Stephen A and have for a long time. No BS, no easy escapes, always truthful, insightful, and intelligent. The world , not just the sports world, is a better place with Stephen A in it.

[@derek2073]

Outstanding bruh! You nailed it. Man exposure at its best

[@eyoung74]

Thank you Stephen A for being real! Our people need to hear the truth. Thank you!

[@tedwilliams7317]

He will never give u the truth as long as he is getting paid from the people who wants destruction for this country. Y'all better open ya eyes

[@TrueAnakinSkywalker]

I love how people need to deliver the truth to our people. So when is someone going to get on the air and deliver the truth to white people about school shootings? Or could it possibly be that America in general has issues stemming from gun violence, that needs to be addressed on many fronts?

[@brandonrawlsmusic]

Uvalde was fake

[@awhitehu]

This is nothing more than signifying. Just moral pointing. He has no context to what happened. This isn’t even your lane. And you came off ‘vacation’….. CHILL

[@TrueAnakinSkywalker]

@@awhitehu I hope this wasn’t intentional but when people have these type of narratives it makes gun violence appear as if it’s an African American issue. Which does nothing but deepen a racial divide in America. If anything gun violence is a social issue. You have white kids who feel like they have been abandoned that commit gun violence, you have African Americans in neighborhoods that have been abandoned that commit gun violence. When you start pointing fingers at certain demographics it allows people to ignore the main issues.

[@danmorse2002]

Best show yet. SAS is becoming an even bigger voice and even more of a powerful figure with this podcast.

[@marybooker7247]

Stephen A., not only do you give great top notch commentary in the sports world, in my opinion, your commentaries in other arenas of our daily worldly news is excellent. You are right up there with your in depth, strategically organized and data driven opinions is comparable to the best. However, in my opinion the heart and style of your work is true to you and is commendable and surpasses most who are out there. The research you put into your work truly lays the groundwork for your opinions and perspectives which you state so eloquently with heart, soul and a plan of action we each can take to make this planet we inhabit better. Congratulations on this platform where you share your heart, soul and our reality. Speak!!! What actions are we going to take within our families, homes, schools, communities and nation?

[@jamalrobinson9140]

Thankyou brother Steve for keeping it real 👊 ✊ 🤛 🤜 👊

[@AJ-lw4ol]

I am black I can't even hang out with black people because I'm scared of my own people everywhere black people get together in America 98% something bad Will happen either someone gets shot or fight going to breakout what's going on with our people. We cannot blame the system and slavery anymore but we blame ourselves😢

[@user-hz6qp1it2n]

I'm a 58 YO black male. You know how I got to be this age? I limit my exposure to black men.

[@cynthiadeaver3266]

Thank you so much for speaking on that

[@z0074]

Excellent video. Suprised to hear this content from SAS

[@thawk7294]

Give this brother a standing ovation 😁😁👍🏿

[@handsome-brute2666]

✊🏾👊🏾

[@PuckYouTube003]

Yes, completely agree!

[@Davidbrown-zg1ws]

🎯🎯🎯🎯🎯🎯👌🏾

[@clee9930]

The perfect storm. A black man that has built a platform, has lived the black experience, made his money, and who is now driven to speak truth publicly. He said himself that he’s a professional at walking through minefields. And that’s exactly what he’s doing. It takes courage to walk through minefields. Thank you Stephen A. Greatly appreciated.

[@CalmDownClown]

the perfect grifter SA entire platform and character was made from white TV producers with a willing subject SA and a Racial Agenda thats who SA is a grifter payed to speak his every word is spoon fed to him . thats what there paid to say and so would you if you were ever given the oppertunity your already doing it for Free

[@MilesRoads-pd4dw]

Black Ghetto Women Are the Problem .. the are toxic

[@TheProsparity]

Sunday go preachers won't say nothing

[@fotiosastoria2766]

Godbless AMERICA RIGHT???

[@lashonethomas183]

It takes courage to put in action f that we all can talk wtf wtf wtf

[@onelove5457]

We need more people like you Stephen A straight💯facts

[@yvetterenee8256]

We need more people to actually help, instead of talk. What is he doing to help the Cities?

[@onelove5457]

@@yvetterenee8256 we as black peoples need to take responsibility for our actions.period,when I walk out side I have to worry about my own kind that is a big problem.why because of ignorance.lack of knowledge. And I’m open to have any conversation

[@yvetterenee8256]

@@onelove5457 , I agree. I think the kids need mentors while they are very young. We have to fix the failing schools, provide parenting classes/support, psychologists, etc. It's so many factors involved. The celebrities, can use their resources to build good schools and repair vacant houses. We can't wait for the government to help us. All that money Kimberly Klacik raised could've been spent on the vacant houses that she exposed during her campaign. I'm sure if she started a fundraiser after her campaign, many people would've donated. Stephen can help Baltimore, as well, if he's willing to use his resources.

[@onelove5457]

@@yvetterenee8256 it all boils down to the person state of mind,begin with self.we can teach all we want but if the playing field is not equal,we will always have problems in society 🙏🏾I also agree with you 💯

[@yvetterenee8256]

@@onelove5457 , Their state of mind would probably be better if they were excelling in school or had resources at school to help them. Schools can provide the resources to help thes kids, in various ways, starting from Pre-K.

[@Permitmon]

Love the passion, Stephen A. Keep bringin’ it!

[@derrickrobinson984]

Now that’s the energy I want to see in our community

[@deesuperman66]

😮

[@fotiosastoria2766]

Straight up. Black on black crime All day long

[@fotiosastoria2766]

Gangsta Rap made me do it

[@lilliebrown8144]

Say that !!!! We are getting it from all ends! We are all we have, we have to do better people come on!!!!

[@urbannuance5151]

Speak about YOURSELF, that energy does already exist in the Black Community.

[@Rotvic17]

Stephen A is one of the few people that truly cares and is genuine

[@D45VR]

I agree but it will take a CONCERTED effort from him and others, black, white, brown, left, right, middle.

[@lapx1]

Lot of people care but they are helpless

[@KingD448]

Does he really

[@scottharp9013]

I used to give Stephen a s*** all the time or being so loud but if I'm being honest I don't miss one of his shows on ESPN and I certainly don't miss a podcast because unlike all of the other PC pussies he will certainly tell it like it is

[@afalseerra9517]

It’s a sponsored video with ads? He has a monetary reason to “care”

[@stevej8707]

I never listen to long podcasts like this, but I stayed for the whole thing? Great stuff Stephen A.

[@pamelagadson1506]

Thank you bro people need to hear this fr

[@_Tree]

I'm 43 and a native St. Louisan. Before I moved to Cali in 2019, St. Louis has gotten worse as I got older. I had to force myself to stay in the house more often because of the rising crime rate.

[@DannielleSudena]

I’m in a city like that now. Can’t go anywhere for the 4th. I would rather live to see the 5th.

[@robreeto]

I just pray you're not in bay area or socal, as crime is the same in those spots!

[@sphhuntsville2525]

Born and raised on the Southside of Chicago, Altgeld "Alligator" Gardens block 9. Moved to South Central LA at 30 and iam 40 now. Between these 2 cities I've seen it all. Been involved in it all. WE HAVE TO DO SOMETHING!!!! LIKE YESTERDAY. Because the youth? THEY DONT GAF right now. AT ALL!

[@noahkararo]

My first time consuming long form content from Stephen A and this was worth every second of my time. Valuable insight and input on two difficult topics

[@roberthelm4749]

We will never give up our guns

[@Dub257]

@@roberthelm4749Shouldn’t have to, just stop shooting them for the wrong reason

[@389Christopher]

Guns don’t kill people people kill people!!!

[@Dub257]

@PlayWitYoBitxh When your life isn’t in danger, or your not protecting yourself

[@Dub257]

@PlayWitYoBitxh Any other reason besides defending ur self is wrong, no matter what others think

[@nicolemaxey5801]

This is Deep. Thank you Stephan A appreciate you so much. Keep speaking the truth!

[@jeromehooks1436]

Thanks we need you to keep speaking up big brother

[@monibmore]

So glad you did this show. Being from Baltimore thanks for putting light on this...

[@greglismonjr1368]

This episode was very awesome Stephen A! Thank you for telling the truth!

[@craigfrazier7686]

Big props to you for saying these things.. with all the cuts at ESPN.. people need to see the stuff.. cuz it's truth

[@reginaoldwells2064]

Thank you, Steven Smith, we need 💯 shows, like this in every city and radio shows, no bounds for shooters ever.

[@FixYourWifi]

That’s because holding Black people accountable is a sin within our race.

[@kingmaafa120]

Didn’t used to be 👍

[@robreeto]

​@@kingmaafa120President Lyndon B. Johnson done screwed the whole community over by creating a welfare state back in the day

[@MickyTubbs1985]

Another "alternative fact" that is 100% ASSSSSSSSININE!

[@threedted87]

This was fire. All of it. Truth on truth. This has to be the best he has ever done.

[@jet07son]

subscribed !

[@shaffg9906]

ThankU🖤

[@davidcombs4522]

Powerful episode from Stephen A smith.

[@deadicecold]

This was hands down one of your best podcast keeping it real and honest.

[@user-dd3ug3gx1s]

Great show and true. I listened to your whole show and I'm grateful to you telling the truth to power. I'm 72 year olds and I show my share of challenges like everyone else. Again you did an

[@darkbrownblm2854]

As a African American man born in the 1950s, I want to thank you for saying what Al Sharpton hasn't say in forty years....the truth!!!. He is a old school hustler looking to financially capitalize on racial tensions

[@headboss74]

Thank you Stephen A! One of the most profound podcast episodes I’ve ever watched. Keep pushing the line and God Bless you brother. 💪🏽🙏🏽🎯

[@RainbowFlowerCrow]

Yes, friggn bullseye takes from Stephen A on this issue 🎯

[@Asmodaious_33]

Say what you want about S.A.S but all minority people need to here this powerful message

[@MilesRoads-pd4dw]

Black Ghetto Women Are the Problem .. the are toxic

[@headboss74]

@@Asmodaious_33 Yes indeed

[@Me-fl4vo]

This video needs to reach every hood in America. " bad apples in our communities that don't give two shots about us in our neighborhoods " powerful!!

[@dollazz8990]

Thanks Steven A !!! Not to mention the percentage of violent music our kids put out and listen to that play a MAJOR role in the mindset of the violent acts that have been taken place In our communities in the past & present.

[@chrispoole8630]

Brooo most folks ain’t ready for that talk.

[@philly712]

Yep the music is the biggest problem!

[@ca11medeemoney]

"it's art!" 🤡

[@XaviorJordan]

Gangsta rap and trap music is the worst thing to happen to black people post Jim Crow.

[@richardmanningjr2637]

@chrispoole8630 You said a mouthful. SAS was on point with a lot of what he said BUT it will really be impressive when he goes after the very subject that you are talking about.Also,let's be real, he needs to be careful that he does not glorify some of the more thuggish sport figures that he talks about and interviews. Nice and timely show.But I am curious to see how far he goes with this.

[@Mrkck913]

Thanks!

[@pakmann864]

Stephen A, you've been on 🔥 man. You're speaking nothing but facts. Our community for so long has been lacking accountability for our own issues that plague us. Gang culture has swallowed our youth, and so many young men due to lack of resources, go down this path. And it leads to an never ending cycle of violence, drugs, terror, and fear in our communities. We as a people in all these cities have to fight back against it

[@kendrickgibbs650]

It makes me so sad as a black man to see in living color where we are headed as a people 😔

[@jjordan6066]

“We” are not headed anywhere. However “some” of us are. Please don’t believe the hype that this is our folks norm.

[@XTRABIG]

​@@jjordan6066oh it 8s the norm in many black communitiew. the numbers, the data, the evidence is there.

[@mrhoopfan1]

​@@XTRABIGif you understand numbers and percentages, the high majority of black people not shooting others

[@jmas10]

These words you're speaking is exactly why I love Stephen A.! We need more positive messages going out and more ppl like SAS, to not only speak their minds, but to continue to be positive when it's necessary! Thanks Stephen A.!

[@nicolosito]

One of the best commentaries on this sorry subject. Stephen A, thanks for telling it like it is.

[@Entername-md1ev]

Stephen A won my respect with this show by not holding back about serious world issues. Black on black crime (and even white on white and Hispanic on Hispano crime) are all epidemics in this country. Only when crimes are committed across racial lines (which are quite rare) are brought up which is a plain double standard when there’s an even greater issue present

[@bxlegenddeemoney6056]

This was so powerful thank you MR. SMITH!

[@handsome-brute2666]

👊🏾✊🏾✌🏾

[@Troikaone]

This shooting was about somebody having "beef" with someone else. Please do not conflate this type of shooting with someone who walks into a school and indiscriminately shoots up little children; they are two different issues

[@whattheysayk9558]

Man f*ck him after how he treated Kyrie he don’t care about Black people who care about getting a check he overly exaggerated this whole Jewish thing and ESPN told him shut up about Kyrie after the Hebrew Israelites pulled up to the Brooklyn Nets stadium won’t forgive this niqqa until he sit down and talk with Kyrie like a man

[@davidvoss1210]

This is the best version of SAS. Focused, articulate, and holding his own community accountable and responsible for their behaviors and actions.

[@josiahjames429]

I guess your not from our community 🤷🏼

[@noble604]

josiahjames - the choice of “articulate” told us that. 🥴 When’s “articulate” used for anybody white? That word isn’t used for anyone else. It’s saved exclusively for a Black person who strings five words together in a sentence like normal.😔

[@HoopsTalk123]

​@@noble604Okay Perkins. PS: Perkins represents dimwits. Don't make it about anything else.

[@floydjr1478]

About time. No more race grifting and excuse-making. Being black doesn’t make you a victim. Those days BEEN OVER!!!!

[@allaboutmoviesallaboutmovi8545]

I feel you steven a , I live in fort worth tx and we just had a shooting in como .

[@everettthomas2058]

Thank you.

[@jfloyd0122]

A black man dies and a black man goes to jail. That's a 2 for 1 for the system.

[@josevega23]

Very sad situation 💔.

[@tonyrobinson7211]

Stephen A., this is one of best show thus far! Keep up the good work!

[@onboard4793]

I think this is most powerfull episode of this podcast the last part is a master piece

[@socool8860]

Thanks SA for pointing out our elephant in the room. My brothers and I talk about these topics constantly.

[@rajaunndagandy3860]

I’m shook! I appreciate you Stephen A for reminding us we can’t be silent. Your entire podcast was informative and riveting!

[@professorxaviour3649]

Why would you appreciate the a signifying c🦝🦝n like Stephan a smith! He hates black people and he proves it everyday! He brung up the prison stats but he doesn’t bring up the systematic racism every day that causes this large number of black prison inmates! And Stephan a won’t tell you that he owns stock in private prisons! This dude is the biggest fake on tv. And y’all keep hyping him up like he is some sort of black leader!🤦🏿‍♂️🤦🏿‍♂️. Do better ma’am

[@rolandmtran]

Why aren't black leaders speaking out about this?

[@thecrow7483]

ME TOO. NEARLY MADE ME CRY. I'M JUST STUNNED BY THE SOME OF THE THINGS HE SAID😲

[@AngryNegativeHistoryProject]

Didn't that rap guy say "this is America"....

[@AngryNegativeHistoryProject]

​@@rolandmtranit's not part of their agenda

[@Silky16]

Damn this episode hit different. I had tears in my eyes when he pulled up the facts and documents

[@novellprice132]

It's the present reality and the bitter truth. That's the present United States of America. Peace and God bless 🙏.

[@tonij7730]

Me too it hurt me to my soul

[@lillianjames6465]

Normally, I would skip this speaker but today you are " educating the us". Preach and teach this thing...Thank you!

[@rodneyhutchins7855]

Excellent job Steven A, people today are just not paying attention to what's really going on concerning blacks in America.

[@Defender78]

Steven A. Smith, youre doing great work, I like your approach. PLEASE dont ever get a DUI, or shove a paparazzi, or anything that can get you "cancelled', like Bill Cosby did to himself, after he preached so many good words about the Black Community

[@Bilbo_Swaggins-sm4gw]

Thank you sir, keep up the great work. Youre where you need to be, you dont have to share this kind of content, but im glad you are

[@snow-uq4gx]

Keep up the good work Steven u the only one talking about it

[@lapx1]

No he's not! Everyone is talking about it. That's the problem. Just talking😮

[@snow-uq4gx]

@@lapx1 nope name one on his level of significance that's talking about it...🤧

[@snow-uq4gx]

@@lapx1 everyone? Like who jayz? Winfrey? Beyonce? Snoop? Dre? Obama?

[@user-oy7ow2fi9g]

Steve you just gained my love.....love ya kid...hunts point the bronx loves ya

[@artbrown8809]

Hayata! 💯 Facts. Thank you brother for telling the truth 🙏 Wishing you and all many more blessings. 🙏

[@patricklarson1179]

I’m a 28 year old white man, looking out for people in life and always have the most respect for their life, you always make sure you are allowing life to continue and do not influence anyone else’s life in a negative way, it’s absolutely horrible what had happened, those kids had great life’s to live, they didnt get to experience the best time of thier lifes and I cannot believe someone can take that from someone, those people rot in hell for what they have done. God bless black America, god bless white america, Hispanic America, Asian America, every single person affected by gun violence god bless you and I’m so sorry this has happened….

[@jn7428]

You would have more likes but you included white america in your blessings.. People hate us. Thats why less likes, its the wrong audience unfortunately.

[@23Jgat]

Much love and respect my brotha

[@timothybrown8424]

God bless you too man.

[@ShulaTheDon13]

Respect..love to all Americans..we are in this together

[@JustinQuarles]

Need more of this!

[@bigface1005]

Stephen a had me locked in for once he was speaking straight facts bro 💯💯🙏🏿🙏🏿

[@mijo5964]

Lmao.. facts brah

[@msays1275]

He's speaking the Truth that more of us need to face. Lord help this country.

[@julioalcaraz5417]

A bet you that none of the View women would dare go against Stephen A Smith

[@darrylscott740]

My man! Stay strong 💪🏾💯🔥

[@evinyarbrough6699]

8 minutes in and I didn’t know he was going to go in like this but more ppl with platforms like this need to speak on it!

[@MyTake.504]

We talk about something that our community is NUMB TO. There’s nothing surprising about this subject.

[@msfitbrown48]

This. Nothing. We kill each other every day. We don't like each other. Sorry not sorry I'm not going to any concert, block party, lounge, etc, I want to make it back home.

[@MyTake.504]

@@msfitbrown48 large gatherings of our people is dangerous, and that’s sad to say 😢

[@goodee4451]

im from Balitimore. i hate to say this but im numb to this cus its been going on for decades

[@cincity8810]

I will never be numb because it’s us! Whether you’re AA or from another country my family however we still want change? Like why can’t we as poc really just stick together?? We are sooo much powerful then the rest yet some of us don’t want to see that 😢

[@MyTake.504]

@@goodee4451 same here in New Orleans bruh

[@firmes3073]

Great show, telling it like it is.

[@shaunharris7299]

MUCH LOVE

[@hearnstylefitness7839]

We need more people like Stephen A standing up. Loved this episode right here.

[@eugenecorey9563]

I will stand with you all!

[@shaft9000]

I wish he reserved this tone of voice for these topics alone, while also addressing these topics more often.

[@dnice4335]

STEVEN IS THE NEW TALKING HEAD FOR THIS SHIT- HE IS RAKING IN BIG BUCKS TO TALK, TALK AND TALK MORE. HIS VOICE WILL NOT SPUR CHANGE

[@CalmDownClown]

@@Anarchist-nl5lv SA loud mouth will at some point cause his stupids who eat his poisoned candy to have beef and do harm thats what he is paid to do and he does his Job well .

[@dnice4335]

@@Anarchist-nl5lv u think he will be the "change" needed? please explain.please do not say bc he is a black man with power and money...........

[@robreeto]

I swear this is Stephen A in his prime. A whole different level hes gone to, im just so happy for you man, been a subscriber since day one, i grew up as a kid on you and skip. Never would I thought you would be the podcaster you are, and you and Joe Rogan are my #1 and #1A

[@kermitfrog593]

He's outgrown sports, and needs to put his talents to a greater cause. Call it cliche but is it time for Smith to enter politics?

[@CalmDownClown]

@@kermitfrog593 He can replace Whoopie on the View just give him some rainbow shoes and puzzle pieces on his tie he will fit right in he already has the Big Head

[@kermitfrog593]

@@CalmDownClown So you don't like Smith. What did he say that triggered you?

[@user-xr6du1hd1f]

I'm just now seeing this on your show about this mater.. I watched your show and on ESPN many times , and I Sincerely Appreciate you my Brotha for your Concern in this matter.. I myself got Shot back in 1991, and went to Prison twice.. Today I am 62 years old, and have been Clean and Sober now for over 29 years.. I am also a Motivational Speaking as well, speaking to young Men and Women from the life I had came from.. I have been saying it and it saying it for years now about the same tired old thing, even in my own Community, "What" in the world is we gonna do about this matter ? They got rid of the mayor here where I come from, and we was doing our best to help change the lives of those out in the Streets.. In fact we was doing a great job at it because the violence stopped for at least going into 2018, just when the Covid 19 arrived.. But it went back to the violence here in upstate NY in the lower Cities about the same thing,, having these house 🏠 parties.. But I Appreciate and Respect you Whole Heartedly my Brotha for the TRUTH about our Community.. Just like they said long time ago, that it takes a village to raise a child.. I talk to my Grand Children like this all the time.. I they will always say, There he goes Preaching again, Lol 😄.. But I rather Preach to them then to see them out there like I was getting Shot, Stabbed, and Prisoned, because this is NO Laughing matter on how we treat each other.. Once again, THANK YOU my Brotha, and may the Good Lord continues to Bless 🙏🏼 you..

[@tellthetruthg]

Great commentary

[@ronedwards6676]

Man…. Now THIS is the Stephen A. we need to hear more often! Love this!! Stephen A. and Angela Rye…..we need them on a show together.

[@lahacohenin2312]

And the first person to be bringing this energy is Barak Obama. We are proud of him but he is not doing anything to lift us up. If he truly loves our community, that should be his fight right now to educate our community about self accountability, education, allowing the democratic party to accept school choice. Imagine what his impact will be if he decides to speak the truth on the issues that are holding us back. Maybe he is scared to be scolded by the party, I don't know. This issue is real, politics aside.

[@seventhcompactor1505]

Who’s marble rye ?

[@mondocjenson-dy8zd]

we are in a society wrought with reprobate minds. charity begins at home.

[@seventhcompactor1505]

@@mondocjenson-dy8zd home is not a charity

[@mondocjenson-dy8zd]

@@seventhcompactor1505 granted you're Not perceived as academically astute. charity is akin to one of the fruit.

[@nathanpayne5358]

More people need to speak up like this!! Thank you for always addressing the issues nobody else will 🙏🏻

[@mainkamra7491]

Where is Al Sharpton, Jesse Jackson, Obama’s, NAACP, Black Churches, Pastors and so on! Are we embarrassed to acknowledge that we have a serious problem in our communities?

[@JXiong-zo8ig]

​@@mainkamra7491NO money to be made on blk on blk crimes THEY COULD CARE LESS #facts

[@AB1B1]

@@mainkamra7491 Bruh ppl act like we got here all on our own. We had big help in creating our own demise. We are the largest voting block of the democratic party but remember Joe Biden said "If you don't vote for him you're not blk."

[@ehal7509]

Here will go gone😢

[@BuckBroD1Testimony]

I do on my channel

[@MrAntonnio96]

we definitely need more community leaders in the poorest neighborhoods, organizing events to keep the young people busy and trying to achieve something positive that will help them throughout life

[@aboyeterry]

Thanks for speaking up Stephen A! we have to do better as a community! Accountability is needed, there is no value for life! What are we going to do?

[@xGhostRidah]

America needs God. God is love. America has turned their back on God and this is the results. It'll only get worse.

[@thekingsplacegospeldjc4847]

Do you NOT KNOW that THE WHO and THE WHAT of your statement is TOTALLY AGAINST the BEHIND THE SCENES AGENDA of THOSE IN POSITION and THOSE WHO PUT THEM IN POSITION??🤔

[@sunsetsavinelli7260]

Guns are not the problem… mental health and culture is to blame. Our kids need a mother, a father and god in their life.

[@Tyweezy84]

Yea, i like this uncensored version of SAS 😂🔥🔥🔥

[@Getmoney242]

Good job SAS! Salute big bro