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The Bill Simmons Podcast Ringer NFL
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4.4 • 28.5K Ratings
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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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The Future of Everything With Derek Thompson, Plus Olympics Hoops Bets With Joe House
The Ringer's Bill Simmons is joined by Joe House to discuss their gambling strategy for Olympic basketball. They find some value in gold medal odds as well as their favorite Team USA prop bets (2:17). Next, Bill is joined by Derek Thompson for another edition of The Future of Everything, where they discuss their predictions for the future of politics (28:41), tech (40:58), sports (1:11:17), and culture (1:31:34).
Host: Bill Simmons
Guests: Joe House and Derek Thompson
Producer: Kyle Crichton
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Biden Drops Out, a USA Hoops Six-Pack, and ‘Heat 2’ Ideas With Bryan Curtis, Tara Palmeri, Sean Fennessey, and Chris Ryan
The Ringer's Bill Simmons is joined by Bryan Curtis and Puck’s Tara Palmeri to discuss President Joe Biden’s sudden announcement that he’s no longer running for reelection (02:11). They dive into what’s next for the Democratic party, whether Vice President Kamala Harris will become the next candidate, Biden’s crumbling inner circle, how Donald Trump’s campaign could shift, and so much more. Next, Bill does a six-pack NBA observation that includes his thoughts on Team USA, Joel Embiid, Jaylen Brown, and more (42:43). Also, Bill is joined by The Ringer's own Sean Fennessey and Chris Ryan to discuss some of their ideas for ‘Heat 2’ (01:11:04).
Host: Bill Simmons
Guests: Bryan Curtis, Tara Palmeri, Sean Fennessey, and Chris Ryan
Producers: Steve Ceruti and Jessie Lopez
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An NBA Summer Movement Review With Ryen Russillo
The Ringer's Bill Simmons is joined by Ryen Russillo to share their thoughts on the NBA offseason thus far. They discuss DeMar DeRozan winding up with the Kings (3:00), what will happen with Lauri Markkanen (19:54), and the Sixers signing Paul George (48:32). Plus, Ceruti joins to preview the Olympic basketball rosters (103:42).
Host: Bill Simmons
Guest: Ryen Russillo
Producers: Steve Ceruti and Mike Wargon
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The Celtics Sale, USMNT’s Flop, Lakers Hail Marys, and 'The Bear' Season 3 With Rob Stone and Van Lathan
The Ringer’s Bill Simmons updates his NBA tier list after the latest free agent moves and then discusses what he thinks Danny Ainge’s plan is with Lauri Markkanen, why the CBA is broken, and the thought process behind Wyc Grousbeck’s decision to sell his stake in the Celtics (02:06). Next, Bill is joined by Fox Sports’ Rob Stone to discuss the disappointing USMNT loss to Uruguay, debate whether Christian Pulisic is good enough to be the best player on a team, talk about the lost opportunities to capitalize on soccer interest in the country, and more (31:39). Bill is also joined by Van Lathan, and they talk through the drafting of Bronny James, the hope they have for 'Beverly Hills Cop: Axel F' to be decent, what will happen with Joe Biden, the Kendrick Lamar–Drake beef, and their thoughts on Season 3 of FX’s 'The Bear' (55:24).
Host: Bill Simmons
Guests: Rob Stone and Van Lathan
Producers: Steve Ceruti and Jessie Lopez
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Paul George Leaves L.A., GSW’s Murky Future, Day One Reactions, and Half-Baked Ideas With Kevin Wildes
The Ringer's Bill Simmons is joined by Kevin Wildes of FS1 to discuss the beginning of NBA free agency, including the report that Paul George will leave the Clippers and that the 76ers are front-runners for his next team (1:34). Plus, the end of the Klay Thompson era in Golden State (25:45), Chris Paul joins Victor Wembanyama in San Antonio, Dejounte Murray is traded to the Pelicans (45:54), the Nuggets' malaise, Knicks hype, and more (1:07:41). They close the show with some Half-Baked Ideas (1:19:27).
Host: Bill Simmons
Guest: Kevin Wildes
Producer: Kyle Crichton
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Part 2: NBA Draft Winners, Losers, and More Losers With Ryen Russillo
In Part 2 of a two-part podcast, The Ringer's Bill Simmons is joined by Ryen Russillo to react to Round 1 of the NBA draft, including the Frenchmen leading the draft, Reed Sheppard to Houston, the Timberwolves moving up for Rob Dillingham, Dalton Knecht falling to the Lakers at no. 17, Zach Edey making the lottery, the Spurs getting their guard, questionable moves from the Pistons and Trail Blazers, a steal for the 76ers, telecast notes, Bill getting his guy at no. 30, and much more!
Host: Bill Simmons
Guest: Ryen Russillo
Producer: Kyle Crichton
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Customer Reviews
Love this guy
Listened to 10 minutes of one episode, and was quickly reminded why ESPN should have never let him go. Great topics. Great takes. And Bill Simmons is the Elon Musk of podcasting. Nuff said.
Miss the Boston Sports Guy
Bill is venturing into Ron Popeil and Pillow Guy territory with his love of the pitch.
Not unbiased
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