**Stephen A. Smith’s New Show Displaces Michelle Beadle’s Program on SiriusXM**
Michelle Beadle expressed her surprise and disappointment upon learning that her show, “Beadle and Decker,” co-hosted with Cody Decker, will no longer air in its regular time slot on SiriusXM Mad Dog Sports Radio. The change comes as Stephen A. Smith’s new program is set to launch in September, taking over the 12-3 p.m. ET weekday slot.
During a recent episode of her show, Beadle candidly shared her feelings about the situation. “Yeah, so the cat’s out of the bag. I guess we’re talking about it,” she remarked, noting that the announcement caught her off guard. “We weren’t supposed to, just as a heads up. We were only given a few hours’ notice, but we weren’t told any details. We were promised that no details would be released.”
Beadle discovered the news through an article from The Hollywood Reporter, which detailed Smith’s upcoming role at SiriusXM. “Unbeknownst to us, The Hollywood Reporter, of course, had all the details,” she said. “So, it was a little embarrassing, I’m not going to lie. I’ve been in this business for over 20 years. I’ve been treated poorly a couple of times. This didn’t feel good.”
Despite her long-standing career, Beadle refrained from mentioning Smith, who is also a prominent figure at ESPN, where she previously hosted “NBA Countdown” before her departure in 2019. In addition to her work on SiriusXM, Beadle currently hosts “Run It Back” on FanDuel TV, focusing on NBA discussions.
Smith announced his multi-year deal with SiriusXM during an appearance on “The Howard Stern Show,” revealing that he will begin his new role on September 2. He expressed enthusiasm about the opportunity, stating, “To say that I’m excited would be an understatement. I’ve been on Mad Dog before, had the time of my life. So, I’m loving the fact that I get to reunite with my guy, Mad Dog, on his turf.”
In addition to his primary show, Smith will also host a second program that will cover weekly current events and pop culture, although a debut date for that show has yet to be announced.
As the landscape of sports radio continues to evolve, the changes in programming highlight the competitive nature of the industry and the challenges faced by established hosts like Beadle.
**FAQ**
*What led to the change in Michelle Beadle’s show schedule?*
Michelle Beadle’s show was displaced by Stephen A. Smith’s new program on SiriusXM, which is set to launch in September, taking over her regular time slot.
