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She lamented that ESPN allowed Smith to run rampant over colleagues and highlighted her personal dislike for sharing a set with him. Beetle revealed that she refused to appear alongside Smith, claiming she has no respect for him and has never had a meaningful interaction with him outside of the context of work. She recounted her last day at ESPN, indicating that her departure was marred by Smith’s efforts to promote his appointment on the very same day she was leaving, which she found dismissive.
Her comments seem rooted in frustration over how her own career and reputation have been impacted, and her desire for visibility—possibly driven by a sense that Smith’s presence has cast a shadow over her efforts.