The Sun, a British tabloid newspaper, reported an awkward exchange between ESPN hosts Stephen A. Smith and Molly Qerim on their morning talk show "First Take". The incident occurred when Smith complimented Qerim's outfit, saying she looked "beautiful" in a black dress, to which Qerim replied, "I'm sorry, are we live?"

Smith appeared surprised by Qerim's response and asked her to repeat the question, to which she replied, "I'm sorry, I didn't know we were on live TV." Smith appeared flustered and attempted to continue the conversation, but the moment had already passed.

The incident sparked speculation among viewers, with some suggesting that Qerim's response was meant to imply that Smith's comment was inappropriate. However, Qerim later clarified on Twitter that her reaction was due to technical difficulties with her earpiece, which prevented her from hearing Smith's comment.

This incident highlights the challenges of live broadcasting and the potential for miscommunication, especially in a high-pressure environment such as a live talk show. While it is important to maintain professionalism and avoid inappropriate comments, it is also important for hosts to be able to communicate effectively and respond to unexpected situations with grace and composure.