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Stephen A. Smith Signs Deal with SiriusXM for Radio Shows on Sports, Current Events

  • Stephen A. Smith has entered a multi-year agreement to launch two original programs on SiriusXM starting in September 2023, including a daily sports talk show on Mad Dog Sports Radio.
  • This agreement followed Smith's new five-year, $100 million ESPN contract earlier in 2023, which allowed him to expand into new media platforms beyond sports commentary.
  • Smith will produce and host a weekday sports program delivering unfiltered takes and a weekly show covering current events, politics, pop culture, and social commentary on an upcoming SiriusXM channel.
  • Smith expressed that his excitement cannot be overstated, while SiriusXM President Scott Greenstein described him as a uniquely talented figure with a major impact on today’s media landscape.
  • The partnership expands Smith’s media reach across North America and positions him as a key voice in both sports and broader cultural discussions, while he keeps the possibility open for a future presidential bid.
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Stephen A. Smith signs deal with SiriusXM for radio shows on sports, current events

The popular ESPN personality Stephen A. Smith has signed a deal with the satellite radio company SiriusXM for two new shows. One of those takes him beyond sports.

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The Hamilton Spectator broke the news in Hamilton, Canada on Wednesday, June 4, 2025.
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