Journalist or Entertainer Stephen A | Cleveland News

Michael Wilbon drops a bold take on Stephen A. Smith, declaring he’s no longer a journalist but a full-fledged entertainer—and admits he’s not one either. Once a hard-hitting reporter at the Philadelphia Inquirer, Smith now thrives as ESPN’s biggest personality, leaning into his “know-it-all” persona and inspiring a new generation of media stars. Wilbon respects the hustle and the massive success, but argues today’s media pays for charisma and spectacle—not traditional reporting. The landscape has shifted, and the paychecks reflect that entertainment trumps journalism in today’s game. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/53e89ea8d88baf90