Higher Learning with Van Lathan and Rachel Lindsay

Higher Learning with Van Lathan and Rachel Lindsay

Stephen A. Smith Receives “Thumbs Down” Award, Maya Boyd Is Your New Storm, James Talarico’s Strategic Ad Campaign, and Ray J Defeats Orlando Brown in the Ring

Aug 18, 2026 · 2h 43m

✨ AI Summary

Stephen A. Smith received the "Thumbs Down" award from NABJ.
James Talarico's campaign ad against Ken Paxton was discussed.
Ray J defeated Orlando Brown in a boxing match.

Guests on This Episode

JT

James Talarico

25 podcast appearances

american actress · 1 podcast appearance

OB

Orlando Brown

6 podcast appearances

RJ

Ray J

10 podcast appearances

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