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The Stephen A. Smith Show

Full Show: Candace Owens’ criticisms of Israel and U.S. foreign policy are rebutted by Jonathan Greenblatt of the ADL.

The Stephen A. Smith Show

Stephen A. Smith and iHeartPodcasts

Society & Culture, Sports

4.61.4K Ratings

🗓️ 25 June 2025

⏱️ 63 minutes

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Summary

Stephen A. Smith is a New York Times Bestselling Author, Executive Producer, host of ESPN's First Take, and co-host of NBA Countdown.

The Stephen Smith Show, featuring a detailed and intense conversation between Stephen A. Smith and Jonathan Greenblatt, the CEO of the Anti-Defamation League (ADL). The episode centers on:

🔍 Key Topics Covered

  1. Israel-Iran Conflict:

    • Discussion of recent military actions, including U.S. airstrikes on Iranian nuclear sites.
    • President Trump’s role in brokering a ceasefire and his criticisms of Israel’s actions.
  2. Anti-Semitism:

    • Greenblatt outlines the rise in anti-Semitic incidents and attitudes in the U.S.
    • He defines anti-Semitism and explains how criticism of Israel can cross into anti-Semitic territory.
  3. Candace Owens’ Comments:

    • Owens’ criticisms of Israel and U.S. foreign policy are played and rebutted by Greenblatt.
    • He labels her statements as misinformation and incitement.
  4. Criticism of the Far Right and Far Left:

    • Greenblatt addresses anti-Semitic rhetoric from both ends of the political spectrum.
    • He calls out figures like Tucker Carlson, Steve Bannon, and others for spreading harmful narratives.
  5. Protests and College Campuses:

    • The rise of pro-Palestinian protests and their implications for Jewish students and communities.
    • Greenblatt distinguishes between legitimate protest and anti-Semitic behavior.
  6. Solutions to Rising Hate:

    • Regulation of social media.
    • Improved education on diversity and inclusion.
    • Encouraging people to speak out against hate.

 

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If you remember, Candace Owen went off, went off about the Israeli-Iran conflict,

1:23.8

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1:32.0

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