In a recent appearance on Hotboxin’ with Mike Tyson, Stephen A. Smith opened up about his upbringing in an African-American household, drawing parallels between his law-and-order mom and former US President Donald Trump.

But there’s more to this conversation than just an offbeat comparison. Amid laughter and shared memories, Smith and Tyson embark on a journey that explores the complexities of political alignment and cultural diversity within the African-American community. Curious to know how Trump fits into this narrative?

Political divergence and parental authority: The heart of Smith’s conversation

During the conversation on the podcast, Smith delved into the heart of his childhood experiences. With refreshing candor, he expressed, “When we go to politics and stuff, I tell people all the time, black folks can talk all they want to about how we come together and we vote Democrat. We don’t live in completely Democratic houses.”

Smith further provided insight into the characteristics of his mother, an authoritative figure who embodied conservative values. He shared, “Hell no, my mother was law and order. You’d have thought she was Trump. She said it is my way or the highway.”

The sports commentator also painted a vivid picture of his father’s role in reinforcing discipline. He reminisced, “This is the way it goes; you got the right to shut the hell up and do what you’re told, or your father’s right over there and we’re gonna interrupt him watching his westerns or the Yankees. Interrupt him eating his pork chops and drinking his Budweiser, just for the sole purpose of him getting up to whip your a** cause you didn’t listen to what I said.”

His words brought to life the shared experiences of many within the community, challenging stereotypes and inviting readers to reassess their understanding of the cultural dynamics within African-American households.