The Bill Simmons Podcast
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HBO and The Ringer's Bill Simmons hosts the most downloaded sports podcast of all time, with a rotating crew of celebrities, athletes, and media staples, as well as mainstays like Cousin Sal, Joe House, and a slew of other friends and family members who always happen to be suspiciously available.
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Love Bombs the Pats, the Sorry NFC South, a Sorrier Aaron Glenn, Steph’s Revival and Guess the Lines With Cousin Sal
The Ringer’s Bill Simmons is joined by Cousin Sal after Buccaneers-Bears to recap Week 9 of the NFL season. Then, they Guess the Lines for Week 10 before Parent Corner. (0:00) Intro (0:59) Buccaneers-Bears and cross-off teams (17:50) Browns-Saints, Cowboys-Colts (29:04) Packers-Patriots,...
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The Hot 76ers and an NBA Chemistry Breakdown With Doc Rivers, Plus the Mailbag and NFL Picks With Joe House
The Ringer’s Bill Simmons is joined by Doc Rivers to give his thoughts on the start of the new NBA season, and much more. Then, Joe House hops on to answer some mailbag questions before making their Ringer 107 picks for the week. (0:00) Intro (2:10) New NBA season with Doc Rivers (11:36) 76ers…
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Luka’s MVP Run, Curry’s Revival, NBA Roster Regrets, and a Bears Super Bowl Run With Kirk Goldsberry and Tom Pelissero
The Ringer’s Bill Simmons is joined by Kirk Goldsberry to discuss how the NBA is becoming a young man's game and the problem with injuries. Then, they dive into Bill’s early NBA season takes. Finally, Tom Pelissero comes on with his Pick Six for Week 9 of the NFL season. (0:00) Intro (2:16) The…
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The Chiefs Choke, Lamar’s Out, Minshew Magic, Peanut Punch Chaos, and Guess the Lines With Cousin Sal
The Ringer’s Bill Simmons is joined by Cousin Sal LIVE after Eagles-Commanders to recap Week 8 of the NFL season. Then, they Guess the Lines for Week 9 before ending with Parent Corner. (0:00) Intro (1:52) Eagles-Commanders (11:18) Chiefs-Broncos (20:41) Ravens-Bills and Browns-Steelers (32:25)...
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The Bears Go All In, the Brew Wrecking Crew, Yaxel-Mania, a Mega-Mailbag, and Week 8 NFL Picks With Tom Pelissero, Joe House, and Anthony Dabbundo
The Ringer’s Bill Simmons is joined by Tom Pelissero to discuss the latest NFL trade news before diving into six NFL topics heading into Week 8. Then, Anthony Dabbundo and Joe House come on to talk about the end of the MLB season and House’s tooth problems. Finally, Bill and House answer some...
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NBA Power Poll 1.0, Plus a ‘You Can See Everything’ Breakdown With Wesley Morris
The Ringer’s Bill Simmons check in on the NBA with a power poll of all the teams. Then, Wesley Morris joins the pod to break down ‘You Can See Everything,’ Nathan Fielder and Lance Oppenheim’s new documentary. (0:00) Intro (4:22) NBA Power Poll intro (4:51) “The Dregs” (12:36) “Panic Time”…
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A Giants Revival, Browns Believers, a Jets Crash, J-Dub’s Brutal Injury, and Guess the Lines With Cousin Sal
The Ringer’s Bill Simmons is joined by Cousin Sal to react to the Chiefs-Seahawks 'SNF' game before recapping the rest of the Week 7 matchups. Then, they Guess the Lines for Week 8 and recap the NBA weekend before ending with Parent Corner. (0:00) Intro (1:08) Chiefs-Seahawks (9:26) Browns-Titans...
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Caleb Beats Drake, a Mega-Mailbag, Eagles Drama, NBA Surprises, and NFL Week 7 With Tom Pelissero and Joe House
The Ringer’s Bill Simmons is joined by Tom Pelissero to react to the Patriots-Bears Week 7 matchup before discussing NFL topics. Then, Joe House hops on to help Bill answer some mailbag questions before making their Ringer 107 picks for the week. (0:00) Intro (1:08) Patriots-Bears reactions…
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NBA Day One Reactions, Plus Blake Griffin and Peter Berg (Two Interviews!)
The Ringer’s Bill Simmons discusses six NBA topics from Opening Night. Then, Blake Griffin joins Bill to talk about hosting an NBA show, his basketball career, and being a sports parent. Finally, filmmaker Peter Berg hops on to talk about his new film, ‘The Mosquito Bowl,’ opening a boxing gym…
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A Rams Blame Game, Indy in Purgatory, the Pack’s Back, OJ’s Helper, Aikman Vs. Buck, the Slapper, and Guess the Lines With Cousin Sal
HED: A Rams Blame Game, Indy in Purgatory, the Pack’s Back, OJ’s Helper, Aikman Vs. Buck, the Slapper, and Guess the Lines With Cousin Sal DEK: The Ringer’s Bill Simmons is joined by Cousin Sal to discuss Packers-Cowboys before recapping the rest of the Week 6 games. Then, they guess the lines…
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Herbert’s Future, a Week 6 NFL Preview, Plus an NBA Deep Dive With Cam Johnson, Tommy Alter, Tom Pelissero, and Joe House
The Ringer’s Bill Simmons is joined by Tom Pelissero to discuss six topics in the NFL. Then, Joe House hops on to make their Ringer 107 picks for the week before Cam Johnson and Tommy Alter join to discuss the Nuggets, the new season, and much more! (0:00) Intro (3:26) Six topics in the NFL with...
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NBA Over/Unders, Part 2: The East | with Zach Lowe and Joe House
The Ringer’s Bill Simmons is joined by Zach Lowe and Joe House for Part 2 of their 2026-27 NBA Over/Unders pod, as they discuss the win totals for every team in the Eastern Conference. (0:00) Intro (3:24) Knicks (13:48) Celtics (21:26) 76ers (35:48) Raptors (45:06) Nets (56:05) Cavaliers…
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NBA Over/Unders, Part 1: The West | with Zach Lowe and Joe House
The Ringer’s Bill Simmons is joined by Zach Lowe and Joe House for Part 1 of their 2026-27 NBA Over/Unders pod, as they discuss the win totals for every team in the Western Conference. (0:00) Intro (1:07) New NBA season excitement (9:06) Spurs (20:56) Rockets (29:08) Mavericks (39:06) Grizzlies...
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The Unflappable 49ers, Bad Coaching Galore, Drake Maye’s Rally, Tua’s Rough Cameo, and Guess the Lines With Cousin Sal
The Ringer’s Bill Simmons is joined by Cousin Sal to recap Ravens-Falcons and the rest of the Week 5 games. Then, they Guess the Lines for Week 6 before ending with Parent Corner and remembering their friend Paul Koehorst. (0:00) Intro (1:08) Ravens-Falcons and Giants-Commanders (21:47)...
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NBA One Guy (the West!), an Eagles Mess, MLB and WNBA Playoffs, a Mini-Mailbag and Ringer 107 Picks | With Rob Mahoney, Tom Pelissero, and Joe House
The Ringer’s Bill Simmons is joined by Rob Mahoney to continue the NBA One Guy segment with the West! Then, Tom Pelissero joins to talk about six NFL topics heading into Week 5. Finally, Joe House hops on to answer some mailbag questions before making their Ringer 107 picks for the week. (0:00)...
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NBA One Guy (the East!), a Man City Punishment Primer, and Tom Cruise’s Bomb With J. Kyle Mann, Chris Ryan, and Van Lathan
The Ringer’s Bill Simmons is joined by J. Kyle Mann to talk NBA rookies before they highlight one player from each East NBA team ahead of the season. Then, Chris Ryan and Van Lathan join to discuss the Cable/Streaming Hall of Fame, Tom Cruise’s ‘Digger,’ and Manchester City's troubles. (0:00)…
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Texas Toast, Fantasy Murderers, Drake Maybe Back, Guess the Lines and MLB Playoffs With Cousin Sal
The Ringer’s Bill Simmons is joined by Cousin Sal after the Lion-Panthers game to react to the game and to recap the rest of Week 4. Then, they guess the lines for Week 5 before ending with Parent Corner. (0:00) Intro (1:08) Lions-Panthers and the NFC playoff picture (11:26) Dolphins-Vikings,...
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Hello Cleveland, Week 4 NFL Picks, NBA Award Leans, Raiders Realities, and Boston Despair With Joe House, Tom Pelissero, and Bill’s dad
The Ringer’s Bill Simmons is joined by Joe House to react to the Steelers-Browns 'TNF' matchup before making their Ringer 107 picks. Then, Tom Pelissero hops on to discuss six NFL topics heading into Week 4. Finally, Bill’s dad joins the pod to discuss the end of the Red Sox's season, Boston...
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NBA Lie Detectors, Duren’s Future, Tomlin’s TV Splash, and a 2026 Sports Media Check With Kirk Goldsberry and Bryan Curtis
The Ringer’s Bill Simmons is joined by Kirk Goldsberry to talk about the Jalen Duren contract drama in Detroit and the NBA rule changes before reacting to quotes from NBA media day. Then, Bryan Curtis joins the pod to discuss the NFL broadcast, sportswriting, and much more! (0:00) Intro with Red...
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Drake Mayday, a Raiders Revival, Bleakest 0-3 Teams, MLB Playoffs, and Guess the Lines With Cousin Sal
The Ringer’s Bill Simmons is joined by Cousin Sal to react to the Rams-Broncos 'SNF' game before recapping the rest of the matchups of Week 3 and going on to Guess the Lines for Week 4. (0:00) Intro (1:08) Rams-Broncos (7:34) Ravens-Cowboys and Patriots-Jaguars (27:14) Raiders-Saints and...
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The Buffalo Curse, a Mega-Mailbag, QB Roulette, and Week 3 Picks With Joe House and Tom Pelissero
The Ringer’s Bill Simmons is joined by Joe House to dive into the mailbag and answer some questions from the listeners. Then, Tom Pelissero comes on to talk about six fascinating topics in the NFL before House returns to make their Ringer 107 picks for Week 3. (0:00) Intro (2:01) Mailbag with…
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The Knicks (and a Crowded East) With Zach Lowe, Plus Anthony Jeselnik on Book Clubs, Roasts, and Stand-Up Comedy in 2026
The Ringer’s Bill Simmons is joined by Zach Lowe to discuss the Knicks and the Eastern Conference. Then, Anthony Jeselnik joins the pod to talk about his new book club podcast, before talking about his career as a comedian, and much more! (0:00) Intro (2:17) The Knicks and the East with Zach Lowe...
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The Broken Chargers, Mahomes 3.0, Zombie Deshaun, the Masked Backup, First Coach Fired, and Guess the Lines With Cousin Sal
The Ringer’s Bill Simmons is joined by Cousin Sal to react to the Chiefs winning in OT against the Colts, before recapping the rest of the Week 2 matchups. Then, they guess the lines for Week 3 before ending with Parent Corner. (0:00) Intro (1:08) NFL Week 2 recap (01:07:04) Guess the Lines Week…
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Apex Josh Allen, the Goofy NFC North, Week 2 Picks, and Bill’s Breakup Letter to the Clippers | With Tom Pelissero and Joe House
The Ringer’s Bill Simmons is joined by Tom Pelissero to react to the Bills defeating the Lions in a Week 2 'TNF' matchup. Then, Joe House joins to listen to Bill’s letter to the Clippers, answer some mailbag questions, and make their Ringer 107 picks for Week 2. (0:00) Intro (1:07) Lions-Bills...
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A Clippers Rebrand, an NFL Mini-Mailbag, and Best MLB Story Lines With Rob Mahoney, Anthony Dabbundo, and Billy Gil
The Ringer’s Bill Simmons is joined by Rob Mahoney to preview the Clippers' season after a tough summer. Then, Bill opens up the mailbag to answer some NFL questions. Finally, Billy Gil and Anthony Dabbundo hop on the pod to talk about their favorite story lines of the MLB season. (0:00) Intro...
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The Smashmouth Giants, Bumbling Chargers, Stumbling Packers, Week 1 Overreactions, and Guess the Lines With Cousin Sal
The Ringer’s Bill Simmons and Cousin Sal react to Week 1 of the NFL season before looking at some of the futures they already regret. Then, they Guess the Lines for Week 2 before ending with Parent Corner. (0:00) Intro (1:08) Week 1 reactions (01:07:33) GTL Week 2 (01:28:13) Parent Corner Host:...
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The 49ers Crush the Jet-Lag Bowl, Rams Overreactions, Bills-Texans, and Week 1 NFL Picks With Joe House
The Ringer’s Bill Simmons is joined by Joe House to react to the 49ers taking down the Rams in Australia before making their Ringer 107 picks for Week 1 and more! (0:00) Intro (1:08) 49ers-Rams reactions (24:03) Ringer 107 picks (01:13:14) U.S. Open thoughts Host: Bill Simmons Guest: Joe House...
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An Absolutely Horrific Patriots Loss, the Rams-49ers Travel Bowl, and Hottest Takes With Craig Horlbeck, Danny Heifetz, and Danny Kelly
The Ringer’s Bill Simmons is joined by Craig Horlbeck, Danny Heifetz, and Danny Kelly to react to the NFL season opener between the Patriots and the Seahawks. Then, they preview 49ers-Rams in Australia before giving some hot takes. (0:00) Intro (1:07) Patriots-Seahawks reactions (30:51)…
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Mahomes or Allen (Again???) and a Clippers-Heavy Mailbag With Nick Wright
The Ringer’s Bill Simmons is joined by Nick Wright to debate whether Josh Allen is the best QB in the league and the Chiefs’ ceiling this season before diving into a Clippers-heavy mailbag. (0:00) Intro (2:26) A Josh Allen and Chiefs discussion (36:24) Mailbag Host: Bill Simmons Guest: Nick…
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Guess the Lines Week 1, Plus Favorite NFL Futures With Cousin Sal
The Ringer’s Bill Simmons is joined by Cousin Sal to Guess the Lines for Week 1 before having their NFL futures draft. (0:00) Intro (1:08) Guess the Lines Week 1 (55:33) NFL futures draft Host: Bill Simmons Guest: Cousin Sal Producers: Chia Hao Tat, Eduardo Ocampo, and Chris Wohlers Enter for a...
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Clippers Rock Bottom 9.0, Plus Charles Barkley on the Clips, 76ers, Lakers, ESPN, and Why He Loves Josh Allen
The Ringer’s Bill Simmons starts the pod by giving his thoughts on the NBA punishing the Clippers. Then, Charles Barkley joins to discuss the Clippers news, Jaylen in Philly, LeBron leaving the Lakers, and much more! (0:00) Intro (2:50) The Clippers get punished (22:57) Charles Barkley on the...
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Make-or-Break NFL QBs, a CFB Preview, and the WNBA Renaissance With Todd McShay and Diana Taurasi
The Ringer’s Bill Simmons is joined by Todd McShay to discuss the NFL's make-or-break QBs before previewing college football. Then, Diana Taurasi joins the pod to talk about the renaissance of the WNBA, her friendship with Kobe, and much more! (0:00) Intro (3:04) NFL and CFB previews with Todd...
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The Annual AFC Over/Unders With Bill Simmons, Cousin Sal, and Joe House
The Ringer’s Bill Simmons is joined by Cousin Sal and Joe House for Part 2 of their annual NFL over/unders pod. Next up: the AFC! (0:00) Intro (5:44) AFC East (37:11) AFC North (01:09:30) AFC South (01:28:45) AFC West Host: Bill Simmons Guest: Cousin Sal and Joe House Producers: Chia Hao Tat and...
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The Annual NFC Over/Unders With Bill Simmons, Cousin Sal, and Joe House
The Ringer’s Bill Simmons is joined by Cousin Sal and Joe House LIVE on Netflix for Part 1 of their annual NFL over/unders pod. First up: the NFC! (0:00) Intro (1:30) NFC East (37:08) NFC North (01:06:31) NFC South (01:33:57) NFC West Host: Bill Simmons Guests: Cousin Sal and Joe House Producers:...
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The Fifth Annual “My Guy” Fantasy Football Draft With Danny Heifetz, Danny Kelly, and Craig Horlbeck
The Ringer’s Bill Simmons is joined by Danny Heifetz, Danny Kelly, and Craig Horlbeck LIVE on Netflix for their annual “My Guy” Fantasy Football Draft. (0:00) Intro (1:26) NFL fantasy prep discussion (11:36) “My Guy” Fantasy Football Draft Host: Bill Simmons Guests: Danny Heifetz, Danny Kelly…
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Deshaun Vs. Cleveland, and a Mega-Mailbag With Joe House. Plus, UCLA’s Bob Chesney.
The Ringer’s Bill Simmons is joined by Joe House to answer some mailbag questions. Then, Bill heads out to UCLA to chat with Bruins football coach Bob Chesney about his coaching history, changing the culture at UCLA, and much more! (0:00) Intro (2:43) Mailbag with House (01:27:41) Bob Chesney...
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Derek Thompson on the American Sports Plutocracy, the NBA’s 2016 Black Swan Event, and the WNBA’s Growing Pains
The Ringer’s Bill Simmons is joined by Derek Thompson to discuss the finances of sports and the developing story of Mark Walter's Lakers sale. Then, they discuss the 2016 NBA cap spike before ending with their WNBA theories. (0:00) Intro (2:10) American sports plutocracy and Mark Walter (42:28)...
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The "Invincible" Rams, NFL Pressure Guys, and L.A.’s Crazy NBA Month With Tom Pelissero and Sam Koppelman
Bill Simmons welcomes Tom Pelissero to The Ringer to go through their Pressure Rankings of the NFL ahead of the new season. Then, Sam Koppelman joins the pod to take a deep dive into the financial side of the Lakers sale, Mat Ishbia’s Suns, and much more. (0:00) Intro (3:07) NFL preview (38:51)…
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Russell Westbrook’s One-of-One Career With Kirk Goldsberry, Plus College Football and Coaches With Van Lathan and Chris Ryan
The Ringer’s Bill Simmons is joined by Kirk Goldsberry to take a deep dive into Russell Westbrook’s unique career. Then, CR and Van Lathan join the pod to talk college football before diving into a deeper conversation about coaching. (0:00) Intro (3:44) Russell Westbrook’s career (01:24:50)…
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A Shocking Lakers Sale. Plus, the 20 Best and Worst Youth Sports for Parents With Cousin Sal.
The Ringer’s Bill Simmons reacts to the sale of the Lakers to former Disney CEO Bob Iger and businessman Josh Kushner. Then, Cousin Sal joins the pod to help Bill break down his Youth Sports Parent Rankings and have a quick Parent Corner. (0:00) Intro (2:19) Reactions to the Lakers sale (30:33)...
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Half-Baked Ideas and a Mega-Mailbag With Kevin Wildes and Joe House
The Ringer’s Bill Simmons is joined by Kevin Wildes to discuss some new half-baked ideas. Then, Joe House joins the pod to help answer some mailbag questions from the listeners. Finally, Amanda Dobbins rants about being a Philadelphia sports wife to Rob Mahoney and Bill. (0:00) Intro (2:44)...
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2026 NFL QB Rankings, the Villain Dodgers, MLB Trade Deadline Lessons, and SummerSlam 2026 With Mina Kimes, Billy Gil, Anthony Dabbundo, and David Shoemaker
The Ringer’s Bill Simmons is joined by Mina Kimes to preview the NFL season before giving their QB rankings. Then, Billy Gil and Anthony Dabbundo hop on to react to the MLB trade deadline. Finally, David Shoemaker joins to react to SummerSlam Night 2, discuss WWE on ESPN, and talk about his new...
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The NBA Mega-Redraftables (2012 and 2013 Combined) With J. Kyle Mann and Joe House. Plus: Portland vs. “El Cheapo” for the Blazers With Justin Verrier.
The Ringer’s Bill Simmons is joined by J. Kyle Mann and Joe House to have a mega redraft of the 2012 and 2013 NBA draft classes. Then, Justin Verrier joins the pod to break down the standoff between Trail Blazers owner Tom Dundon and the city of Portland. (0:00) Intro (2:36) NBA 2012 and 2013…
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Steph in Purgatory, a LeBron Mini-Mailbag, Jaylen Trade What-Ifs, and the Revived Red Sox With Joe House and Bill’s Dad
The Ringer’s Bill Simmons is joined by Joe House to discuss the biggest losers of LeBron going to the Sixers before diving into a mailbag. Then, Bill’s dad pops on to talk about the Red Sox turning the season around, the World Cup in Boston, the Jaylen Brown trade, and much more! (0:00) Intro...
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LeBron’s Philly Shocker! Plus, the 2011 NBA Redraftables With Zach Lowe.
The Ringer’s Bill Simmons is joined by Zach Lowe to react to LeBron James deciding to take his talents to Philadelphia. Then the guys redraft the 2011 NBA class. (0:00) Intro (0:31) LeBron signs with the Sixers (44:24) 2011 NBA Redraftables Host: Bill Simmons Guest: Zach Lowe Producers: Chia Hao...
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Caleb Wilson Fever, 2020 NBA Redraftables, and the ‘Odyssey’ MVP Rankings With Joe House, J. Kyle Mann, and Jason Concepcion
The Ringer’s Bill Simmons is joined by J. Kyle Mann and Joe House to recap the NBA summer league before having a 2020 NBA redraft. Then, Jason Concepcion joins the podcast to react to Bill’s MVP rankings for ‘The Odyssey.’ (0:00) Intro (3:51) NBA summer league (25:53) 2020 NBA redraft (01:23:45)...
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Spain Prevails, World Cup Winners and Losers, and Damon Vs. Leo With Chris Ryan and Anthony Dabbundo
The Ringer’s Bill Simmons is joined by Chris Ryan and Anthony Dabbundo LIVE on Netflix to react to Spain defeating Argentina 1-0 to win the 2026 World Cup Final. Then, they discuss the winners and losers of the World Cup before comparing the careers of Matt Damon and Leonardo DiCaprio. (0:00)…
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Messi Takes England Out of the World Cup, Plus Preparing for Christopher Nolan’s 'The Odyssey' With Ian Wright, Anthony Dabbundo, and Sean Fennessey
In this special episode of The Bill Simmons Podcast, guest host Chris Ryan is joined by Arsenal legend Ian Wright to react to Argentina defeating England 2-1 in the World Cup semifinals. Then, Anthony Dabbundo joins the pod to preview the World Cup final between Spain and Argentina. Finally, Sean...
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Chuck Klosterman on the Cinema Revival, Sports Tsars, Owners and Commissioners, Analytics, U.S. Soccer Groundhog Day, and State of Reading
The Ringer’s Bill Simmons is joined by Chuck Klosterman to discuss why soccer has not taken off in the U.S. the same way other sports have. Then, they talk sports commissioners, eras of owners, evolving ticket prices for movies, and much more! (0:00) Intro (1:41) Soccer in the U.S. (32:35) Sports...
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Kawhi in Flux, Embiid’s Next Team, Jaylen vs. Advanced Numbers, and a Mini-Mailbag With Joe House
The Ringer’s Bill Simmons and Joe House react to the news of the Raptors putting the Kawhi trade on hold until after the Aspiration investigation finishes. Then, they take a deeper look at the Jaylen Brown trade and why the Celtics decided to let him go. Finally, they discuss Joel Embiid’s...
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HBO and The Ringer's Bill Simmons hosts the most downloaded sports podcast of all time, with a rotating crew of celebrities, athletes, and media staples, as well as mainstays like Cousin Sal, Joe House, and a slew of other friends and family members who always happen to be suspiciously available.
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