The Bill Simmons Podcast

Miles Teller on Reviving Rom-Coms, Making Sports Movies, and Enjoying the Film Process (Ep. 279)

27 Oct 2017

Contributed by Lukas

HBO and The Ringer's Bill Simmons is joined by BSMG president Eric Weinberger to discuss the Dodgers' World Series chances (6:00) and the best ballpar...

Raptors President Masai Ujiri on NBA Growth, Draft Tricks, and Making the Carmelo Trade (Ep. 278)

25 Oct 2017

Contributed by Lukas

HBO and The Ringer's Bill Simmons is joined by The Ringer's Chris Ryan to discuss the Sixers' injury situation with top pick Markelle Fultz (7:00) and...

"A Requiem for the Young Yankees" MLB Wrap-up With JackO (Ep. 277)

24 Oct 2017

Contributed by Lukas

HBO and The Ringer's Bill Simmons calls 'B.S. Pod' Hall of Famer JackO to reflect on the 2017 New York Yankees' ALCS run and look forward to the futur...

Guess the Lines Week 8 With Cousin Sal (Ep. 276)

23 Oct 2017

Contributed by Lukas

HBO and The Ringer's Bill Simmons is joined by Cousin Sal to discuss the fallacy of the home-field advantage this season (6:00), Cam Newton's poor pla...

Graydon Carter on Leaving Vanity Fair, Creating Spy Magazine, and Picking on Donald Trump (Ep. 275)

20 Oct 2017

Contributed by Lukas

HBO and The Ringer's Bill Simmons is joined by former longtime Vanity Fair editor Graydon Carter to discuss working in a world of satire (6:00), the c...

Hayward's Horrific Injury + Jeff Bridges on Hosting SNL, King Kong, and 'The Dude' (Ep. 274)

18 Oct 2017

Contributed by Lukas

HBO and The Ringer's Bill Simmons reacts to the gruesome injury Gordon Hayward suffered in the NBA season opener on Tuesday night (5:00). Then, Oscar-...

Guess the Lines Week 7 With Cousin Sal (Ep. 273)

16 Oct 2017

Contributed by Lukas

HBO and The Ringer's Bill Simmons is joined by Cousin Sal to discuss the bad beats of Week 6 (6:00), the best Super Bowl odds (11:00), Carson Wentz's ...

Bob Costas on Learning From Letterman, the Future of the Olympics, and the Best Baseball Story Lines (Ep. 272)

13 Oct 2017

Contributed by Lukas

HBO and The Ringer's Bill Simmons is joined by longtime NBC Sports broadcaster Bob Costas to discuss broadcasting in the ABA (6:00), Ahmad Rashad's pr...

Jason Blum on Redefining Horror Films, Making Box Office Hits, and Storytelling Tricks (Ep. 271)

11 Oct 2017

Contributed by Lukas

HBO and The Ringer's Bill Simmons is joined by CEO of Blumhouse Productions Jason Blum to discuss the desire to make original movies (6:00), securing ...

Guess the Lines Week 6 With Cousin Sal (Ep. 270)

09 Oct 2017

Contributed by Lukas

HBO and The Ringer's Bill Simmons is joined by Cousin Sal to discuss the Cowboys' collapse (5:00), Aaron Rodgers's MVP odds (9:00), Big Ben's abysmal ...

Marc Maron on Pioneering Podcasting, Performing Comedy in Boston, and Interviewing Celebrities (Ep. 269)

06 Oct 2017

Contributed by Lukas

HBO and The Ringer's Bill Simmons is joined by fellow podcaster Marc Maron to discuss his origins in the podcasting industry (5:00), the great generat...

NBA Over/Under—Western Conference (Ep. 268)

04 Oct 2017

Contributed by Lukas

HBO and The Ringer's Bill Simmons is joined by Joe House, Jason Concepcion, and Kevin O'Connor to discuss the analytics cases for Devin Booker and And...

Guess the Lines Week 5 With Cousin Sal and Joe House (Ep. 267)

02 Oct 2017

Contributed by Lukas

HBO and The Ringer's Bill Simmons is joined by Cousin Sal and Joe House to discuss the rising L.A. Rams (6:00), Deshaun Watson's dominant performance ...

Live From NYC's Advertising Week With Malcolm Gladwell (Ep. 266)

29 Sep 2017

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HBO and The Ringer's Bill Simmons and author Malcolm Gladwell host a live podcast event for NYC's Advertising Week and discuss wide-ranging topics, in...

Jake Gyllenhaal on Picking Roles, Filming in Boston, and Creating Characters (Ep. 265)

27 Sep 2017

Contributed by Lukas

HBO and The Ringer's Bill Simmons is joined by Jake Gyllenhaal to discuss auditioning for 'The Sandlot' (7:00), his new film 'Stronger' (13:00), shoot...

Guess the Lines Week 4 With Cousin Sal (Ep. 264)

25 Sep 2017

Contributed by Lukas

HBO and The Ringer's Bill Simmons is joined by Cousin Sal to discuss the NFL facing off against Trump (6:00), Big Ben's struggles (13:00), Tom Brady's...

Andy Samberg on Pioneering Digital Shorts, the 'Rocky' Franchise, and Hosting Awards Shows (Ep. 263)

22 Sep 2017

Contributed by Lukas

HBO and The Ringer's Bill Simmons is joined by comedian Andy Samberg to discuss the Oakland sports scene (6:00), producing the first digital shorts on...

Nathan Fielder on Life as a Millennial, Magic, and More 'Nathan For You' (Ep. 262)

20 Sep 2017

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HBO and The Ringer's Bill Simmons is joined by comedian Nathan Fielder to discuss the return of 'Nathan for You' (6:00), Michael Phelps racing an anim...

Guess the Lines Week 3 With Cousin Sal (Ep. 261)

18 Sep 2017

Contributed by Lukas

HBO and The Ringer's Bill Simmons is joined by Cousin Sal to discuss Sunday night's Emmys (5:00), Triple G vs. Canelo (8:00), the stout NFC South (16:...

Richard Jefferson on Podcast Fame, Jason Kidd's Greatness, and Kyrie's Departure (Ep. 260)

15 Sep 2017

Contributed by Lukas

HBO and The Ringer's Bill Simmons is joined by Cleveland Cavaliers forward and NBA champion Richard Jefferson to discuss training with the Walton fami...

Koosanity, Daniel Snyder, Best Bacon, and Gronk Panic w/ David Chang, Joe House + Bill's dad (Ep. 259)

13 Sep 2017

Contributed by Lukas

HBO and The Ringer's Bill Simmons is joined by renowned restaurateur David Chang and fellow DMV native Joe House to discuss the struggles of the Washi...

Guess the Lines Week 2 With Cousin Sal (Ep. 258)

11 Sep 2017

Contributed by Lukas

HBO and The Ringer's Bill Simmons brings on Cousin Sal to recap all the NFL action from Week 1, including the QB panic meter (6:00), Russell Wilson's ...

Friday Rollin' With Joe House and Mallory Rubin (Ep. 257)

08 Sep 2017

Contributed by Lukas

HBO and The Ringer's Bill Simmons is joined by Joe House to discuss the Patriots' deflating opening loss (6:00), Kareem Hunt's rookie breakout (11:00)...

Houston Relief, Red Sox Signs, and New Chargers Kicker Younghoe Koo (Ep. 256)

06 Sep 2017

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HBO and The Ringer's Bill Simmons is joined by staff writer Shea Serrano, a Houston resident, to discuss the Hurricane Harvey relief efforts and his g...

Guess the Lines Week 1 With Cousin Sal (Ep. 255)

05 Sep 2017

Contributed by Lukas

HBO and The Ringer's Bill Simmons is joined by Cousin Sal to continue the age-old tradition of guessing the NFL lines before each weekend's slate of g...

The Kyrie Trade Saga, CFB, MLB, and 'Thrones' With Kevin O'Connor and Mallory Rubin (Ep. 254)

01 Sep 2017

Contributed by Lukas

HBO and The Ringer's Bill Simmons gives his thoughts and theories on the bizarre Kyrie/Isaiah trade saga and why he still believes Kyrie Irving's ceil...

Willie McGinest on USC Celebrity, Snoop's Days in Long Beach, and His Best Career Win (Ep. 253)

30 Aug 2017

Contributed by Lukas

HBO and The Ringer's Bill Simmons is joined by former Patriots Super Bowl champion linebacker Willie McGinest to discuss the differences between Bill ...

Kevin Durant IV: Ask Kevin Anything, Part 2 (Ep. 252)

28 Aug 2017

Contributed by Lukas

HBO and The Ringer's Bill Simmons is joined by 2017 Finals MVP Kevin Durant for the second installment of a two-part series to discuss the outlook for...

Kevin Durant IV: Ask Kevin Anything Part 1 (Ep. 251)

24 Aug 2017

Contributed by Lukas

HBO and The Ringer's Bill Simmons is joined by 2017 Finals MVP Kevin Durant for the first installment of a two-part series to discuss the shocking Kyr...

Kyrie-Isaiah Emergency Trade Podcast (Ep. 250)

23 Aug 2017

Contributed by Lukas

HBO and The Ringer's Bill Simmons assembles all of The Ringer's NBA experts to dissect the decision to trade Kyrie Irving to the Boston Celtics and di...

The Sports Repodders: Floyd-Conor, Yawkey Way, Kaepernick, and 'Pivot to Video' (Ep. 249)

21 Aug 2017

Contributed by Lukas

HBO and The Ringer's Bill Simmons brings on Ringer editor-at-large Bryan Curtis and Wall Street Journal columnist Jason Gay to discuss Mayweather-McGr...

Dave Roberts on Dodgers Regular-Season Dominance and Mallory Rubin on Giancarlo Stanton's Trade Value (Ep. 248)

17 Aug 2017

Contributed by Lukas

HBO and The Ringer's Bill Simmons is joined by Los Angeles Dodgers manager Dave Roberts to discuss his famous steal against the Yankees (5:00), the de...

8 Best Kyrie Trade Scenarios With Kevin O'Connor (Ep. 247)

15 Aug 2017

Contributed by Lukas

HBO and The Ringer's Bill Simmons is joined by Kevin O'Connor to discuss Kyrie's limited trade market (6:00), Josh Jackson's trade value (10:00), the ...

Summer Hot-Air NFL Story Lines With Mike Lombardi, Tate Frazier, and Joe House (Ep. 246)

11 Aug 2017

Contributed by Lukas

HBO and The Ringer's Bill Simmons is joined by The Ringer's Mike Lombardi, Tate Frazier, and Joe House to discuss the most ridiculous NFL offseason ta...

The 25 Greatest Patriots Wins of the Brady-Belichick Era (Ep. 245)

08 Aug 2017

Contributed by Lukas

HBO and The Ringer’s Bill Simmons is joined by fellow Boston diehard Kevin Hench to discuss the birth of the Brady-Belichick dynasty, the duo's best...

Smart-Guy Friday: Cycle CEO/Founder Jason Stein and Bill's Dad on 'Game of Thrones' (Ep. 244)

04 Aug 2017

Contributed by Lukas

HBO and The Ringer's Bill Simmons is joined by Cycle CEO/founder Jason Stein to discuss the evolution of branded content (5:00), Joel Embiid's Twitter...

Mayor Eric Garcetti and Casey Wasserman on Landing the 2028 Summer Olympics (Ep. 243)

01 Aug 2017

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HBO and The Ringer's Bill Simmons is joined by Los Angeles Mayor Eric Garcetti and sports media mogul Casey Wasserman to discuss L.A.'s Olympic bid (5...

Charlize Theron on Becoming an Action Hero, Avoiding Rom-Coms, and 15 Minutes With De Niro (Ep. 242)

27 Jul 2017

Contributed by Lukas

HBO and The Ringer's Bill Simmons is joined by Oscar-winning actress Charlize Theron to discuss her new action film 'Atomic Blonde' (5:00), auditionin...

Kyrie-LeBron Fallout and Carmelo-to-OKC With Kevin O'Connor and Joe House (Ep. 241)

24 Jul 2017

Contributed by Lukas

HBO and The Ringer's Bill Simmons is joined by The Ringer's Kevin O'Connor and Joe House to discuss Carmelo Anthony potentially going to OKC (5:00), K...

Smart-Guy Friday: Nathan Hubbard on Zombie Bands, Ticket Trends, and Twitter Comebacks (Ep. 240)

21 Jul 2017

Contributed by Lukas

HBO and The Ringer's Bill Simmons brings on former Ticketmaster CEO and House Eats 3 judge Nathan Hubbard to discuss the booming business of nostalgia...

JackO on 'Mike and the Mad Dog,' and Shea Serrano on the Best Worst Movie Dunks (Ep. 239)

19 Jul 2017

Contributed by Lukas

HBO and The Ringer's Bill Simmons brings on old buddy JackO to discuss Aaron Judge's slump after the home run derby (7:00), the Yankees' trade for Tod...

Jimmy Butler on the Bulls, Jordan, and L.A. Pick-up Games (Ep. 238)

18 Jul 2017

Contributed by Lukas

HBO and The Ringer's Bill Simmons brings on NBA All-Star Jimmy Butler to give his thoughts on his exit from the Bulls (4:00), D-Wade's impact (11:00),...

Inside the Evolution of ESPN With Jim Miller and Bryan Curtis (Ep. 237)

12 Jul 2017

Contributed by Lukas

HBO and The Ringer's Bill Simmons sits down with editor-at-large Bryan Curtis and New York Times best-selling author Jim Miller to discuss the shake-u...

NBA Summer Mailbag Special (Ep. 236)

11 Jul 2017

Contributed by Lukas

HBO and The Ringer's Bill Simmons answers the most pressing NBA summer mailbag questions. Topics include: LeBron on the Lakers (4:00), the best champi...

John McEnroe on the Knicks, the Greatest Match Ever Played, and Improving Tennis (Ep. 235)

07 Jul 2017

Contributed by Lukas

HBO and The Ringer's Bill Simmons is joined by John McEnroe to discuss the current state of the New York Knicks (5:00), the parallels between basketba...

Gordon Hayward, Cap Space, and Point Blake (Ep. 234)

05 Jul 2017

Contributed by Lukas

HBO and The Ringer's Bill Simmons is joined by Chris Ryan to discuss NBA events from the past few days, including the Gordon Hayward signing (2:25), t...

Rockets GM Daryl Morey and Music Legend Jimmy Iovine (Ep. 233)

03 Jul 2017

Contributed by Lukas

Daryl Morey discusses Houston's monster acquisition of Chris Paul, his 12-year Rockets stint, free-agency stories, and ways the NBA should improve its...

Blow Up the Clippers and Free-Agency Primer With Joe House (Ep. 232)

30 Jun 2017

Contributed by Lukas

HBO and The Ringer's Bill Simmons brings on Joe House to discuss why the Clippers should hit the reset button (5:00), LeBron's L.A. suitors (14:00), t...

Judd Apatow on Binge-watching, Stand-up Culture, and 'The Big Sick' (Ep. 231)

27 Jun 2017

Contributed by Lukas

HBO and The Ringer's Bill Simmons is joined by Judd Apatow to discuss the state of American politics (5:00), his attempt to humanize Muslim Americans ...

Emergency NBA Draft Winners and Losers With Joe House (Ep. 230)

23 Jun 2017

Contributed by Lukas

HBO and The Ringer's Bill Simmons brings on longtime friend Joe House to break down the best and worst moments from the 2017 NBA draft. Learn m...

NBA Lottery Mock Draft With Kevin O'Connor (Ep. 229)

21 Jun 2017

Contributed by Lukas

HBO and The Ringer's Bill Simmons brings on Kevin O'Connor to discuss the Lakers' decision to cut ties with D'Angelo Russell (5:00), Brooklyn's best m...

Malcolm Gladwell on the NBA Carousel, Billionaire Owners, and Multipurpose Golf Courses (Ep. 228)

20 Jun 2017

Contributed by Lukas

HBO and The Ringer's Bill Simmons is joined by Malcolm Gladwell to discuss the ridiculous rate of offseason story lines in the NBA (5:00), LeBron Jame...

Fultz to Philly, PG-13 Trades, and What Is Boston Doing? (Ep. 227)

19 Jun 2017

Contributed by Lukas

HBO and The Ringer's Bill Simmons brings on staff writer Kevin O'Connor and executive editor Chris Ryan to make sense of why the Celtics traded back i...

Will Ferrell on his Favorite Movie, 'SNL,' and LeBron on the Lakers (Ep. 226)

16 Jun 2017

Contributed by Lukas

HBO and The Ringer's Bill Simmons is joined by Will Ferrell to discuss the NBA Finals (4:00), the cable TV domination of 'Step Brothers' (13:00), the ...

Finals MVP Kevin Durant (Ep. 225)

14 Jun 2017

Contributed by Lukas

HBO and The Ringer's Bill Simmons reports live from Oakland with 2017 NBA Champion and Finals MVP Kevin Durant to discuss the initial moment right aft...

Saturday Rollin' NBA Finals Edition With Joe House (Ep. 224)

10 Jun 2017

Contributed by Lukas

HBO and The Ringer's Bill Simmons reports live from the road to discuss the NBA Finals with help from his old friend Joe House. Topics include: Clevel...

NBA Scuttlebutt, LeBron's Next Move, and Lonzo's Lakers (Ep. 223)

07 Jun 2017

Contributed by Lukas

HBO and The Ringer's Bill Simmons is joined by The Ringer's Kevin O'Connor to discuss the many rumors and rumblings surrounding the NBA. Topics includ...

James Corden on Returning to London, "Carpool Karaoke," Elections, and Sports in America (Ep. 222)

05 Jun 2017

Contributed by Lukas

HBO and The Ringer's Bill Simmons brings on James Corden to discuss bringing 'The Late Late Show' to London (02:00), moving to America (12:30), starti...

NBA Finals Overreactions, College Reunions, and Resurgent Yankees (Ep. 221)

02 Jun 2017

Contributed by Lukas

HBO and The Ringer's Bill Simmons brings on Kevin O'Connor to discuss their initial reactions from Game 1 of the NBA Finals (5:00), Kevin Durant's com...

NBA Finals Prediction + Raiders, N.W.A, and the Big 3 With Ice Cube (Ep. 220)

31 May 2017

Contributed by Lukas

HBO and The Ringer's Bill Simmons makes his 2017 NBA Finals prediction. Then, Ice Cube joins in the studio to discuss collaborating on the 30 for 30 d...

Tiger, NBA Finals, and Remembering Frank Deford With Joe House and Bryan Curtis (Ep. 219)

30 May 2017

Contributed by Lukas

HBO and The Ringer's Bill Simmons is joined by Joe House and Bryan Curtis to talk about Tiger Woods's latest media frenzy (01:30) and make NBA Finals ...

Chuck Klosterman on Chris Cornell, Superteams, an NFL Rule Change, and Michael Jordan (Ep. 218)

26 May 2017

Contributed by Lukas

HBO and The Ringer's Bill Simmons is joined by author Chuck Klosterman to discuss the recent passing of Chris Cornell (03:00), the importance of film ...

Bill Burr on the NHL Playoffs, Kelly Olynyk's Magic, Chris Farley, and R-Rated Sports (Ep. 217)

24 May 2017

Contributed by Lukas

HBO and The Ringer's Bill Simmons is joined by comedian Bill Burr to discuss his love for hockey (10:00), the great food in Winnipeg (15:00), the Yank...

Celtics Pride, LeBron vs. MJ, and Sacramento Kings Pain With Bill's Dad and Hasan Minhaj (Ep. 216)

22 May 2017

Contributed by Lukas

HBO and The Ringer's Bill Simmons brings on his dad to discuss the Celtics' worse playoff losses (5:00), Isaiah Thomas's injury (12:00), the free thro...

May Mega-Mailbag: LeBron, LaVar, Harden, Pop, Dom, and More (Ep. 215)

19 May 2017

Contributed by Lukas

Is LeBron a baby? Could Boston trade for Anthony Davis? Is James Harden the Peyton Manning of basketball? Are the Lakers really taking Lonzo? What sho...

NBA Draft Lottery Reaction With Mark Titus (Ep. 214)

17 May 2017

Contributed by Lukas

HBO and The Ringer's Bill Simmons is joined by Mark Titus to break down last night's draft lottery (02:00), if Markelle Fultz is definitely going to b...

Wizards Postmortem, the Conference Finals, and the NBA Draft Lottery With Joe House (Ep. 213)

16 May 2017

Contributed by Lukas

HBO and The Ringer's Bill Simmons is joined by Joe House to discuss Game 7 of Celtics-Wizards (02:00), John Wall's performance in the series (07:00), ...

Aziz Ansari on 'Master of None,' Hosting 'SNL,' and Kanye Studio Session Stories (Ep. 212)

12 May 2017

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HBO and The Ringer's Bill Simmons is joined by Emmy Award–winning comedian Aziz Ansari to discuss shooting the second season of 'Master of None' in ...

Adam Carolla on 'Fast' 7/8, 'Cobra,' + 'Cast Away' (Ep. 211)

10 May 2017

Contributed by Lukas

HBO and The Ringer's Bill Simmons celebrates 10 years of podcasting by bringing on 'B.S. Report' Hall of Famer Adam Carolla to discuss Sylvester Stall...

The New Era of Sports Media and the End of 'The Sports Reporters' (Ep. 210)

08 May 2017

Contributed by Lukas

HBO and The Ringer's Bill Simmons is joined by Wall Street Journal sports columnist Jason Gay and Ringer editor-at-large Bryan Curtis to discuss the e...

Michael Rapaport on NBA Awards, the Knicks, 'True Romance,' and Being Banned From ESPN (Ep. 209)

05 May 2017

Contributed by Lukas

HBO and The Ringer's Bill Simmons brings on Michael Rapaport to discuss the uninspiring NBA playoffs (5:00), the upcoming 'NBA Awards' show (11:00), K...

'South Park,' Competing With 'SNL,' and the Future of Comedy With Matt Stone and Trey Parker

03 May 2017

Contributed by Lukas

HBO and The Ringer's Bill Simmons is joined by 'South Park' cocreators Matt Stone and Trey Parker to discuss writing the show during the 2016 election...

Clippers Postmortem, Wiz-Celts, and Round 2 Intrigue With Joe House (Ep. 207)

01 May 2017

Contributed by Lukas

HBO and The Ringer's Bill Simmons welcomes longtime friend of the show Joe House to discuss the CP3 era in L.A. (5:00), sign-and-trade options for Bl...

NBA Predictions and NFL Draft Takes With Kevin O'Connor and Mike Lombardi (Ep. 206)

28 Apr 2017

Contributed by Lukas

HBO and The Ringer's Bill Simmons is joined by Kevin O'Connor to break down the somewhat-uneventful first round of the NBA playoffs (01:00), Game 6 fo...

NFL Draft, NBA Playoffs, Boxing + Oakland With Cousin Sal and Andre Ward (Ep. 205)

26 Apr 2017

Contributed by Lukas

HBO and The Ringer's Bill Simmons welcomes back Cousin Sal to discuss potential NFL draft prop bets (4:00), the backup QB conundrum (10:00), the Pats'...

Round 1 Playoffs With Haralabos Voulgaris (Ep. 204)

24 Apr 2017

Contributed by Lukas

HBO and The Ringer's Bill Simmons is joined by old NBA buddy Haralabos Voulgaris to discuss Kawhi's MVP case (5:00), the importance of durability (10:...

NBA Playoff Mailbag and Charlamagne tha God (Ep. 203)

21 Apr 2017

Contributed by Lukas

HBO and The Ringer's Bill Simmons discusses the top NBA playoff story lines, including Rondo's injury (4:00), CP3's future plans (11:00), Steven Adams...

Desus and Mero on Yankees–Red Sox, Protesting the Knicks, and NBA Playoffs (Ep. 202)

20 Apr 2017

Contributed by Lukas

HBO and The Ringer's Bill Simmons brings on Viceland stars Desus and Mero to discuss NBA fashion (5:00), making waves on the internet (12:00), the Red...

Playoff Check-in, Celts-Bulls Chaos, and Knicks Paranoia (Ep. 201)

19 Apr 2017

Contributed by Lukas

HBO and The Ringer's Bill Simmons is joined by Ringer staff writers Robert Mays and Jason Concepcion to discuss Bulls-Celtics (5:00), Rondo's playoff ...

Kurt Russell on His Career, Robin Williams's Humor, and Hanging with Val Kilmer (Ep. 200)

14 Apr 2017

Contributed by Lukas

HBO and The Ringer's Bill Simmons is joined by Kurt Russell to discuss the origin of Mr. Nobody in the 'Fast & Furious' franchise (5:00), the alternat...

The MVP Winner With Joe House and the History of the 'Fast & Furious' With Neal Moritz (Ep. 199)

12 Apr 2017

Contributed by Lukas

HBO and The Ringer's Bill Simmons brings on Joe House to definitively determine who deserves the NBA's highest honor (5:00), redraft the supporting ca...

April Mega-Mailbag (Ep. 198)

10 Apr 2017

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HBO and The Ringer's Bill Simmons answers a slew of mailbag questions from readers and listeners on the value/history of triple doubles and why Wilt n...

All-NBA/MVP Tester Ballot With Joe House (Ep. 197)

06 Apr 2017

Contributed by Lukas

HBO and The Ringer's Bill Simmons brings on Joe House to discuss the Cavs taking the East crown (6:00), Toronto's newfound toughness (11:00), John Wal...

Sports Announcers, Pain Killers, Goodell, and ESPN With Bryan Curtis and Sally Jenkins (Ep. 196)

03 Apr 2017

Contributed by Lukas

HBO and The Ringer’s Bill Simmons and Bryan Curtis discuss the art of sports broadcasting (2:00). Then, Sally Jenkins of The Washington Post joins t...

Kevin Durant on His Injury, Return to OKC, and the JaVale-Shaq Beef (Ep. 195)

31 Mar 2017

Contributed by Lukas

HBO and The Ringer's Bill Simmons brings on NBA All-Star Kevin Durant to discuss his near season-ending injury (4:00), the decision to embrace being t...

Steve Nash on Lost Titles, Modern Point Guards, and Soccer Superstars (Ep. 194)

29 Mar 2017

Contributed by Lukas

HBO and The Ringer's Bill Simmons is joined by two-time MVP Steve Nash to discuss his best chance to win a title (6:00), the specialization of basketb...

Chuck Klosterman on NBA MVP, Kobe's 'Musecage,' and March Madness (Ep. 193)

27 Mar 2017

Contributed by Lukas

HBO and The Ringer's Bill Simmons brings on author Chuck Klosterman to discuss Kobe's storytelling in 'Musecage' (5:00), the Westbrook-Harden MVP race...

Madness, NBA, Trump, and MLB With Kevin O'Connor and JackO (Ep. 192)

24 Mar 2017

Contributed by Lukas

HBO and The Ringer's Bill Simmons is joined by Kevin O'Connor to discuss the top-five draft picks in UK-UCLA (6:00), Lonzo Ball's NBA fit (13:00), the...

Larry Wilmore on the Lakers, Stand-up Comedy, and Political Discourse (Ep. 191)

22 Mar 2017

Contributed by Lukas

HBO and The Ringer's Bill Simmons brings on comedian Larry Wilmore, the cocreator of 'Insecure,' to discuss the 2017 Lakers drama (5:00), Kobe's prime...

Ep. 190: Sports Movie Hall of Fame: 'Blue Chips' With Mark Titus and Chris Ryan

21 Mar 2017

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HBO and The Ringer's Bill Simmons brings on Mark Titus and Chris Ryan to induct 'Blue Chips' into the Sports Movie Hall of Fame. Topics include: the m...

Ep. 189: Steve Ballmer on Owning an NBA Franchise

17 Mar 2017

Contributed by Lukas

HBO and The Ringer's Bill Simmons is joined by Los Angeles Clippers owner Steve Ballmer to discuss technology's impact of viewing habits (6:00), the C...

Ep. 188: March Madness Extravaganza With Mark Titus, Cousin Sal, and Kevin O'Connor

15 Mar 2017

Contributed by Lukas

HBO and The Ringer's Bill Simmons brings on The Ringer's Mark Titus to discuss Evan Turner's ideal skill set (5:00), LeBron on a mid-major (8:00), Cou...

Ep. 187: Zach Lowe on the NBA's Wild, Wild West

14 Mar 2017

Contributed by Lukas

HBO and The Ringer's Bill Simmons brings on former Grantland teammate Zach Lowe to discuss the Warriors' losing ways (6:00), the only teams to go thre...

Ep. 186: Friday Rollin' With Mike Lombardi, Kevin Clark, and JackO

10 Mar 2017

Contributed by Lukas

HBO and The Ringer's Bill Simmons brings on Mike Lombardi and Kevin Clark to discuss NFL free agency, Deshaun Watson's draft fit (7:00), Mike Glennon ...

Ep. 185: Westbrook and the Wizards With Joe House and Hockey Star P.K. Subban

09 Mar 2017

Contributed by Lukas

HBO and The Ringer's Bill Simmons brings on Joe House to discuss the Wizards' impressive season so far (6:00), the Bradley Beal–Ray Allen comparison...

Ep. 184: Isaiah Thomas and 'John Wick 2' With Shea Serrano

06 Mar 2017

Contributed by Lukas

HBO and The Ringer's Bill Simmons brings on Celtics All-Star Isaiah Thomas to discuss his recent success (02:00), dealing with larger players' physica...

Ep. 183: Luke Walton

03 Mar 2017

Contributed by Lukas

HBO and The Ringer's Bill Simmons sits down with Los Angeles Lakers head coach Luke Walton to discuss growing up in the Boston Garden (2:00), his fath...

Ep. 182: Reliving the Oscars With Jimmy Kimmel and Cousin Sal

02 Mar 2017

Contributed by Lukas

HBO and The Ringer's Bill Simmons ventures over to 'Jimmy Kimmel Live!' to discuss the Oscars Best Picture mix-up (5:00), Ryan Gosling laughing (13:00...

Ep 181: The Oscars Disaster Recap With Wesley Morris and Sean Fennessey

27 Feb 2017

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HBO and The Ringer's Bill Simmons brings on New York Times critic-at-large Wesley Morris and Ringer editor-in-chief Sean Fennessey to discuss the Best...

Ep. 180: Friday Rollin' Trade Deadline Recap With Joe House, Chris Ryan, and Kevin O'Connor

24 Feb 2017

Contributed by Lukas

HBO and The Ringer's Bill Simmons brings on Joe House, Chris Ryan, and Kevin O'Connor to discuss Boogie's impact on the Pelicans (8:00), Brandon Ingra...