Longtime Boston sports radio host Fred Toucher is giving a thumbs-up to SiriusXM's new deal with ESPN personality Stephen A. Smith. Toucher, known for his candid takes, seems to think this is a smart move for the satellite radio giant—though he didn’t hold back on poking fun at Smith’s famously loud style in the process.

Editor’s Note: Sports media is always shifting, and big-name personalities like Stephen A. Smith drive attention (and subscriptions). Toucher’s endorsement—even with a bit of ribbing—suggests this could be a win for SiriusXM as it competes with podcasts and streaming. For fans, it means more hot takes, just now on a different platform.