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Best of the Bus: Stephen A Smith On Competing With Pat McAfee + Staying On Top At ESPN

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Best of the Bus: Stephen A Smith On Competing With Pat McAfee + Staying On Top At ESPN

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Oct 4, 202539:57

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Recorded: February 9, 2024 | On this episode of Best of the Bus, the boys sat down with the leader at ESPN — the man who put the entire network on his back — Stephen A. Smith. Stephen chopped it up with the boys about his start in broadcasting and how he grew comfortable critiquing professional players. He shared insight into his relationships with athletes and the challenges those have brought over the years. Stephen A also explained why he knows he’ll remain number one at ESPN, even with the addition of The Pat McAfee Show. It was an episode full of great conversation, unique perspective, and a real look into the life of Stephen A. Smith. Enjoy, fellas.

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