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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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6The Ringer’s Bill Simmons is joined by Ryen Russillo to react to all the NBA playoff games over the weekend (3:02). Then, Van Lathan Jr. joins to talk Game 4 of the Lakers-Timberwolves series, and Shedeur Sanders finally getting drafted in the fifth round by the Browns (01:17:32).
Host: Bill Simmons
Guests: Van Lathan Jr. and Ryen Russillo
Producers: Chia Hao Tat, Eduardo Ocampo, and Steve Ceruti
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The Ringer’s Bill Simmons reacts to the NFL Draft before being joined by Steve Ceruti and Van Lathan (2:08). Then, Chris Ryan and Rob Mahoney hops on to talk Thunder-Grizzlies, Nuggets-Clippers, and other NBA playoffs matchups (48:55).
Host: Bill Simmons
Guest: Chris Ryan, Rob Mahoney and Van Lathan
Producers: Chia Hao Tat, Eduardo Ocampo, and Steve Ceruti
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The Ringer’s Bill Simmons talks about going to Game 2 of the playoff series between the Lakers and the Timberwolves (2:29). Then, Bill is joined by Zach Lowe to discuss what-ifs regarding Kawhi Leonard and the Clippers' matchup with the Nuggets (17:56). Finally, Bill talks all things NFL draft with Peter Schrager (01:03:00).
Host: Bill Simmons
Guest: Zack Lowe and Peter Schrager
Producers: Chia Hao Tat, Jessie Lopez, and Steve Ceruti
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The Ringer’s Bill Simmons is joined by Ryen Russillo to react (and possibly overreact) to all the NBA Playoff games (2:18).
Host: Bill Simmons
Guest: Ryen Russillo
Producers: Chia Hao Tat, Chris Sutton, and Steve Ceruti
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The Ringer’s Bill Simmons is joined by Rob Mahoney and Chris Ryan to talk about the playoff matchups they’re most excited about before they discuss their NBA awards picks (2:45). Then, Brian Windhorst joins to discuss Luka, international basketball, LeBron, and much more (1:22:09).
Host: Bill Simmons
Guests: Rob Mahoney, Chris Ryan, and Brian Windhorst
Producers: Chia Hao Tat, Jessie Lopez, and Steve Ceruti
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The Ringer’s Bill Simmons is joined by Kirk Goldsberry to react to the Grizzlies-Warriors/Hawks-Magic play-in games before discussing shooting stats and NBA awards (2:10). Then, Bill chats with WWE president Nick Khan about the future of wrestling and more (56:59).
Host: Bill Simmons
Guests: Kirk Goldsberry and Nick Khan
Producers: Chia Hao Tat, Jessie Lopez, and Steve Ceruti
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The Ringer’s Bill Simmons is joined by Ryen Russillo right after Rory McIlroy’s wild win at the Masters to discuss Rory finally getting the monkey off his back and the ridiculous pressure that comes with the sport of golf (2:22). Next, they break down the final day of the NBA regular season, discussing whether they believe in the Clippers, the Warriors' path, a full look at the playoff matchups in the East and West, and maybe a surprising lean on the MVP race (31:35).
Host: Bill Simmons
Guest: Ryen Russillo
Producers: Steve Ceruti, Ronak Nair, Jonathan Frias, and Jessie Lopez
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The Ringer's Bill Simmons is joined by Joe House to discuss the Grizzlies' significant loss to the Timberwolves as the regular season comes down to the wire, and the most fun first round western conference matchups, and Luka Doncic returning to Dallas with the Lakers (2:16). Then Bill, House and Nathan Hubbard discuss Round 1 of the Masters, the top 4 gallery-favorite golfers this year, before trying to figure out who the golfer of the decade is (28:59). Finally Bill, Dave Chang, Cousin Sal, and James "Baby Doll" Dixon recount some of Thursday's highlights while they were at Augusta National, run through the greatest hits of Sal's many pranks, and dive deeper into the legend of Baby Doll (55:24).
Host: Bill Simmons
Guests:Joe House, Nathan Hubbard, Cousin Sal, Dave Chang, and James "Baby Doll" Dixon
Producers: Kyle Crichton, Ronak Nair, and Jonathan Frias
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The Ringer’s Bill Simmons is in Augusta, Georgia, and he is joined by Joe House to discuss the Nuggets’ shocking decision to fire longtime head coach Michael Malone and general manager Calvin Booth with a week left in the regular season (2:16). Next, Cousin Sal joins Bill and House to peruse some NBA playoff and NFL draft odds (23:51). Then, Bill, House, Sal, Nathan Hubbard, Dave Chang, and James "Baby Doll" Dixon do a quick 2025 Masters draft (57:14) before discussing walking Augusta National Golf Course and more stories from the week so far (01:09:16).
Host: Bill Simmons
Guests: Joe House, Cousin Sal, Dave Chang, Nathan Hubbard, and James "Baby Doll" Dixon
Producers: Kyle Crichton, Chia Hao Tat, and Eduardo Ocampo
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The Ringer’s Bill Simmons is joined by Ryen Russillo to discuss Duke’s Final Four collapse vs. Houston, Cooper Flagg the NBA prospect, and Walter Clayton Jr.’s incredible performance vs. Auburn (2:29). Then they run through their extensive list of annual Made-Up NBA Awards (32:46).
Host: Bill Simmons
Guest: Ryen Russillo
Producers: Kyle Crichton, Chia Hao Tat, and Steve Ceruti
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The Ringer's Bill Simmons is joined by Rob Mahoney to discuss what they learned from the Warriors' 123-116 road win vs. the Lakers, and a contentious race at the middle of the Western Conference standings, followed by some 'White Lotus' finale predictions (2:59). Then, Bill talks with Kevin Wildes about myriad sports topics (42:29), before unwrapping an extended edition of Half-Baked Ideas (01:12:26).
Host: Bill Simmons
Guests: Rob Mahoney and Kevin Wildes
Producers: Kyle Crichton, Chia Hao Tat, and Steve Ceruti
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The Ringer’s Bill Simmons is joined by Zach Lowe to discuss some NBA happenings that occurred during Zach’s podcast hiatus, including the Luka trade, the Suns, 76ers, and Mavericks’ disappointing season, and more (2:31). Then they talk about Monday’s Rockets-Lakers game (29:44) and discuss the 25 most intriguing characters heading into the NBA playoffs (40:46).
Host: Bill Simmons
Guest: Zach Lowe
Producers: Kyle Crichton and Chia Hao Tat
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The Ringer’s Bill Simmons is joined by Ryen Russillo and Chris Vernon to discuss the Grizzlies firing head coach Taylor Jenkins in the final stretch of the regular season (3:05), and Western Conference contenders (41:20).Then, Bill and Ryen wonder if they should be taking the Pistons seriously; the Pacers as a playoff threat, Bucks postseason concerns (0:00), a March Madness check-in (01:09:43), and more.
Host: Bill Simmons
Guests: Ryen Russillo and Chris Vernon
Producers: Kyle Crichton and Chia Hao Tat
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Surprise! The Ringer's Bill Simmons is joined by Cousin Sal to guess the win totals for every NFL team by division for the 2025-26 season, closing the show with Parent Corner!
Host: Bill Simmons
Guest: Cousin Sal
Producers: Kyle Crichton and Chia Hao Tat
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The Ringer's Bill Simmons is joined by Callie Curry to discuss some basketball updates about Seth Curry, Doc Rivers, and Stephen Curry (2:34), before discussing 'The Bachelor' franchise approaching an existential crisis, the fundamental problems with the show, potential fixes, and more (23:55). Next, Bill is joined by Tate Frazier and J. Kyle Mann to discuss the state of the NCAA tournament and NIL's rapid impact on college basketball's transfer portal (39:57), before Tate and Kyle give their five favorite storylines heading into the Sweet 16 (01:00:30). Finally, Bill talks with Anthony Dabbundo about his five favorite MLB futures, featuring the Yankees, Red Sox, Braves, Diamondbacks, and more (01:28:33).
Host: Bill Simmons
Guests: Tate Frazier, J. Kyle Mann, Anthony Dabbundo, and Callie Curry
Producers: Kyle Crichton and Chia Hao Tat
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The Ringer's Bill Simmons is joined by Ryen Russillo to discuss the Bulls shocking the Lakers on Saturday night and reexamine the 2024 NBA draft class (4:01). Then they discuss the Cavaliers' four-game losing streak and wonder whether Donovan Mitchell could lose his first-team All-NBA spot to Anthony Edwards (35:43). Finally, they discuss their biggest NBA "sliding doors" moments of the 2020s (58:49).
Host: Bill Simmons
Guest: Ryen Russillo
Producers: Kyle Crichton and Chia Hao Tat
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The Ringer’s Bill Simmons talks about seeing Luka Doncic in person and the unique buzz he is able to bring to a Lakers arena (0:00). Next, Bill talks with Todd McShay about his NFL Mock Draft 2.0, piecing together the puzzle of the top four picks, Abdul Carter vs. Travis Hunter, a really good RB class, top 10 predictions, and more (11:48). Finally, Bill is joined by SI’s Chris Mannix to discuss the Boston Celtics being sold for a record $6.1 billion, Wyc Grousbeck curiously remaining as CEO and governor of the Celtics for three years, speculation on future roster spending, a new Celtics arena, a quick boxing update, and more (53:22).
Host: Bill Simmons
Guests: Todd McShay and Chris Mannix
Producers: Kyle Crichton and Chia Hao Tat
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The Ringer's Bill Simmons is joined by Derek Thompson for another edition of The Future of Everything, during which they discuss Derek and Ezra Klein’s new book ‘Abundance,’ before sharing their predictions for the future of politics, tech, sports, and culture.
Host: Bill Simmons
Guest: Derek Thompson
Producers: Kyle Crichton and Chia Hao Tat
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The Ringer's Bill Simmons is joined by Ryen Russillo to discuss the continued disaster that is the Phoenix Suns' season, what Kevin Durant's trade options will be this summer, and whether Devin Booker should be untouchable (03:02). Then, they play a game of "I Just Don't Have An Answer" for a few NBA questions, including whether the Nuggets are actually good, Thibs's coaching ability, and are there some experience concerns for the Cavs come playoff time (26:51). Finally, they talk about the latest episode of 'Celtics City' and whether Bill Russell has become underrated as time goes on (01:35:21), before closing it out with some thoughts on March Madness (01:59:59).
Host: Bill Simmons
Guest: Ryen Russillo
Producers: Kyle Circhton, Chia Hao Tat, and Steve Ceruti
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The Ringer's Bill Simmons is joined by Kirk Goldsberry to discuss the Timberwolves' late-season surge, exciting Western Conference Round 1 playoff possibilities (2:26), the Thunder beating the Celtics for the second time this season (28:33), and Bill and Kirk's pitch to completely revitalize the NBA (51:10). Finally, Bill talks with his dad about being in TD Garden for the Thunder's 118-112 win against the Celtics, Patriots free agency buzz, the Bruins' decision to trade away longtime wing Brad Marchand, and more (01:16:45).
Host: Bill Simmons
Guests: Kirk Goldsberry and Bill's dad
Producers: Kyle Crichton and Chia Hao Tat
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"Celtic Street". Masterful ❤️
do they drink at this?? lmao it's Wisconsin of course they was hammered
what the f*** is this Ryan guy doing talking about basketball LOL he's a completely clueless moron casual. talking about how guards have to work harder because of all these incredible defenses LOL yeah I saw a bunch of them when they were giving up uncontested layups back and forth up and down the court all day today. sophisticated defenses? they don't play defense dumbass. Bill do better with your guests please
Lowe is the GOAT
Zion was a phenomenon. No GM would have taken Flagg over him. But they're right about Flagg having the higher floor, so it's the draft you would have wanted the second pick so you wouldn't have the pressure of having to take Zion
this podcast is not 43 minutes long. lol
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the Dan Snyder colonoscopy. lololol
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Bo Jackson! total freak from HS through the pros