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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
Aug 17, 2026 · 2 hr 2 min
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) College football and coaching Host: Bill Simmons Guests: Kirk Goldsberry, Chris Ryan, and Van Lathan Producers: Chia Hao Tat and Eduardo Ocampo Start the season strong with the Kickoff Bundle. Available now.…
A Shocking Lakers Sale. Plus, the 20 Best and Worst Youth Sports for Parents With Cousin Sal.
Aug 12, 2026 · 1 hr 53 min
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) Youth Sports Parent Rankings (01:37:41) Parent Corner Host: Bill Simmons Guest: Cousin Sal Producers: Chia Hao Tat and Eduardo Ocampo Put ChatGPT to work on your most ambitious ideas and projects. Get sta…
Half-Baked Ideas and a Mega-Mailbag With Kevin Wildes and Joe House
Aug 10, 2026 · 2 hr 26 min
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) Half-baked ideas (01:00:59) Mailbag (02:13:00) Philadelphia Sports Wife rant Host: Bill Simmons Guests: Kevin Wildes, Joe House, Amanda Dobbins, and Rob Mahoney Producers: Chia Hao Tat and Eduardo Ocampo NBA…
2026 NFL QB Rankings, the Villain Dodgers, MLB Trade Deadline Lessons, and SummerSlam 2026 With Mina Kimes, Billy Gil, Anthony Dabbundo, and David Shoemaker
Aug 4, 2026 · 2 hr 50 min
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 Hulk Hogan book, ‘Why Hulk Hogan Matters.’ (0:00) Intro (2:51) 2026 NFL QB rankings with Mina Kimes (01:12:28) MLB trade deadline reactions with Billy Gil and Anthony Dabbundo (02:08:23) SummerSlam, WWE o…
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.
Aug 2, 2026 · 2 hr 15 min
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 mega redraft (01:33:52) Trail Blazers vs. Portland Host: Bill Simmons Guests: J. Kyle Mann, Joe House, and Justin Verrier Producers: Chia Hao Tat and Eduardo Ocampo SAP GROW. AI cloud ERP for any size busin…
Steph in Purgatory, a LeBron Mini-Mailbag, Jaylen Trade What-Ifs, and the Revived Red Sox With Joe House and Bill’s Dad
Jul 27, 2026 · 2 hr 9 min
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 (2:20) Losers of the LeBron signing (25:04) Mailbag (01:18:18) Catching up on Boston sports with Bill’s dad Host: Bill Simmons Guest: Joe House and Bill’s Dad Producers: Chia Hao Tat and Eduardo Ocampo The…
LeBron’s Philly Shocker! Plus, the 2011 NBA Redraftables With Zach Lowe.
Jul 24, 2026 · 1 hr 46 min
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 Tat and Eduardo Ocampo The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit https://fanduel.com/playwithaplan to learn more about the resources and helplines Learn more about your ad choices. Visi…
Caleb Wilson Fever, 2020 NBA Redraftables, and the ‘Odyssey’ MVP Rankings With Joe House, J. Kyle Mann, and Jason Concepcion
Jul 23, 2026 · 2 hr 36 min
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) The ‘Odyssey’ MVP ballot Host: Bill Simmons Guests: J. Kyle Mann, Joe House, and Jason Concepcion Producers: Chia Hao Tat and Eduardo Ocampo The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit ht…
Spain Prevails, World Cup Winners and Losers, and Damon Vs. Leo With Chris Ryan and Anthony Dabbundo
Jul 20, 2026 · 1 hr 50 min
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) Intro (0:31) World Cup Final reactions (19:36) Biggest winners and losers of the World Cup (1:08:17) Matt Damon vs. Leonardo DiCaprio (01:40:18) NBA catch-up Host: Bill Simmons Guests: Chris Ryan and Anthon…
Messi Takes England Out of the World Cup, Plus Preparing for Christopher Nolan’s 'The Odyssey' With Ian Wright, Anthony Dabbundo, and Sean Fennessey
Jul 16, 2026 · 1 hr 51 min
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 Fennessey hops on to talk ‘The Odyssey’ and Christopher Nolan. (0:00) Intro (2:15) Argentina eliminates England, with Ian Wright (34:05) World Cup final preview with Anthony Dabbundo (54:39) Sean Fennes…
Chuck Klosterman on the Cinema Revival, Sports Tsars, Owners and Commissioners, Analytics, U.S. Soccer Groundhog Day, and State of Reading
Jul 12, 2026 · 2 hr 6 min
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 commissioners and eras of owners (1:06:21) Ticket prices for movies and more Host: Bill Simmons Guest: Chuck Klosterman Producers: Chia Hao Tat and Eduardo Ocampo Discover something new on TikTok. The R…
Kawhi in Flux, Embiid’s Next Team, Jaylen vs. Advanced Numbers, and a Mini-Mailbag With Joe House
Jul 9, 2026 · 1 hr 56 min
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 availability in trade talks before answering some mailbag questions. (0:00) Intro (2:06) Kawhi trade to the Raptors on hold (8:00) Jaylen Brown’s advanced analytics (45:06) Are the 76ers looking to trade Embii…
America Gets Bounced, World Cup Picks, Knicks Fan Bliss, ‘Heat 2’ and ‘The Odyssey’ With Chris Ryan, Anthony Dabbundo, and Jason Concepcion
Jul 7, 2026 · 1 hr 38 min
Join The Ringer’s Bill Simmons, Chris Ryan, and Anthony Dabbundo LIVE on Netflix to react to the USMNT losing 4-1 to Belgium in the World Cup's round of 16. Then, Jason Concepcion joins the pod to give more World Cup thoughts, discuss what the Jaylen Brown trade means, break down the TV landscape, and much more. (0:00) Intro (0:31) Belgium defeats Team USA 4-1 (41:14) More World Cup thoughts (01:06:17) What the Knicks win meant for Jason (01:13:50) The TV landscape, ‘The Odyssey,’ and more! Host…
England Survives, the Jaylen Trade Fallout, and an All-NBA Mailbag With Zach Lowe
Jul 6, 2026 · 1 hr 35 min
The Ringer’s Bill Simmons and Zach Lowe react to England holding on to defeat Mexico 3-2 in the World Cup's Round of 16. Then, they reflect on the Jaylen Brown trade before diving into some mailbag questions. (0:00) Intro (0:31) England defeats Mexico 3-2 in the World Cup (18:59) Reflecting on the Jaylen Brown trade (33:23) Mailbag questions Host: Bill Simmons Guest: Zach Lowe Producers: Chia Hao Tat, Eduardo Ocampo, and Chris Wohlers As the Official Beer Sponsor of the FIFA World Cup 26, Michel…
The Jaylen Brown Colonoscopy Trade (and More NBA Summer Reactions) With Chris Ryan and Kirk Goldsberry
Jul 2, 2026 · 1 hr 54 min
The Ringer’s Bill Simmons is joined by Chris Ryan and Kirk Goldsberry to react to the blockbuster Celtics trade that saw Jaylen Brown end up with the 76ers in exchange for Paul George. Then, they discuss the Lakers' offseason moves, Kawhi heading to Toronto, and possible LeBron landing spots! (0:00) Intro (0:31) Jaylen Brown traded to the 76ers (01:08:01) The Lakers' moves (01:25:27) Kawhi Leonard heading to Toronto (01:31:45) LeBron landing spots and other offseason moves Host: Bill Simmons Gue…
A Crazy NBA Month With Zach Lowe, Plus Taylor Sheridan on Building a TV Empire and the Problems With Hollywood
Jun 29, 2026 · 2 hr 45 min
The Ringer’s Bill Simmons and Zach Lowe go LIVE on Netflix to give their thoughts on the latest Jaylen Brown trade rumors before breaking down the Hornets trades, possible LeBron landing spots, and much more. Then, Taylor Sheridan joins the pod to talk about his new book, ‘How to Survive in Prison,’ before diving into his beginnings in screenwriting, how he works differently from others, and the success of his films and television shows. (0:00) Intro (1:15) Jaylen Brown trade rumors (34:29) LaMe…
2026 NBA Draft Winners and Losers With Joe House and J. Kyle Mann
Jun 24, 2026 · 1 hr 59 min
The Ringer’s Bill Simmons, Joe House, and J. Kyle Mann go LIVE on Netflix to react to the 2026 NBA first-round draft picks and discuss the winners and losers. (0:00) Intro (1:15) NBA draft reactions (6:59) Winners and losers of the first round Host: Bill Simmons Guests: J. Kyle Mann and Joe House Producers: Chia Hao Tat, Eduardo Ocampo, and Chris Wohlers Brought to you by PayPal. Learn more at paypal.com Get 30% off snacks and groceries on Uber Eats. https://www.ubereats.com/feeds/wfootball_2026…
Giannis to Miami! An Urgent Gathering Pod With Chris Ryan and Justin Verrier
Jun 23, 2026 · 52 min
The Ringer’s Bill Simmons is joined by Chris Ryan and Justin Verrier to react to Giannis Antetokounmpo getting traded to Miami. (0:00) Intro (1:15) Heat trade for Giannis (13:26) Why didn’t the Giannis trade work for the Celtics? Host: Bill Simmons Guests: Chris Ryan and Justin Verrier Producers: Chia Hao Tat, Eduardo Ocampo, and Chris Wohlers Brought to you by PayPal. Learn more at paypal.com The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit https://fanduel.com/playwithaplan to learn…
The Giannis Never-Trade and a Mega-Mailbag With Zach Lowe, Plus Wyndham Clark’s Second U.S. Open Title With Joe House
Jun 22, 2026 · 1 hr 56 min
The Ringer’s Bill Simmons is joined by Zach Lowe to discuss the newest developments with the Giannis trade rumors before jumping into a mega-mailbag to answer questions from the listeners. Then, Joe House joins the pod to react to Wyndham Clark winning the U.S. Open and to discuss the World Cup. (0:00) Intro (1:15) Giannis trade rumors (24:46) Mega-mailbag (01:35:44) U.S. Open reactions Host: Bill Simmons Guests: Zach Lowe and Joe House Producers: Chia Hao Tat, Eduardo Ocampo, and Chris Wohlers…
NBA Draft Questions, Harper vs. Fox, and the USMNT’s World Cup Ceiling
Jun 19, 2026 · 2 hr 11 min
The Ringer’s Bill Simmons is joined by Tim Legler to preview the NBA draft. Then, Anthony Dabbundo joins the pod to recap the World Cup matches so far, including the USMNT’s impressive 4-1 win against Paraguay, and discuss many other topics related to the tournament. (0:00) Intro (2:27) NBA draft questions with Tim Legler (01:02:42) Harper vs. Fox (01: 23:57) Favorite Giannis landing spot (01:33:13) World Cup talk with Anthony Dabbundo Host: Bill Simmons Guests: Tim Legler and Anthony Dabbundo P…
2026 Finals Lessons, Giannis’s Next Stop, Brunson’s Apex, and Mike Brown’s Magic Touch With Doc Rivers
Jun 17, 2026 · 1 hr 60 min
The Ringer’s Bill Simmons is joined by Doc Rivers to talk about the NBA Finals, Knicks coaching, Giannis trades, and much, much more! (0:00) Intro (2:37) Doc Rivers’s NBA Finals reaction, Brunson’s greatness, and Mike Brown’s coaching (01:07:44) Giannis’s next stop, worries for coaches in 2026, and best current referees Host: Bill Simmons Guest: Doc Rivers Producers: Chia Hao Tat and Eduardo Ocampo Brought to you by PayPal. Learn more at paypal.comThe Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. P…
Why Brunson Is Top 50 All Time, a Finals Mega-Mailbag, and NBA Fake Trade Season With Joe House
Jun 15, 2026 · 2 hr 4 min
The Ringer’s Bill Simmons and Joe House talk about their favorite early-offseason NBA story lines, including draft changes and trade moves. Then, they discuss Jalen Brunson’s greatness in the NBA Finals before comparing him to some other all-time greats. Finally, Bill and Joe answer some mailbag questions from the listeners. (0:00) Intro (3:15) Favorite offseason NBA story lines (25:50) Is Jalen Brunson a top-50 all-time player? (54:21) Mailbag Host: Bill Simmons Guest: Joe House Producers: Chia…
New York Wins the Title, Brunson Wins Immortality, and Knicks Fans Have a Zihuatanejo Moment With Zach Lowe
Jun 14, 2026 · 1 hr 41 min
The Ringer’s Bill Simmons and Zach Lowe go live on Netflix to react to the Knicks taking Game 5 to win the 2025-26 NBA Finals. Then they take a look at Spurs’ side of the series before recapping the most intriguing players of the playoffs and the top five stories other than the Finals. (0:00) Intro (1:15) NBA Finals Game 5 reactions (9:22) Jalen Brunson’s Game 5 performance (53:12) Wemby and the Spurs in Game 5 (01:10:12) Most intriguing players of the playoffs (01:13:03) Top five stories other…
A Knicks Miracle (and an All-Time Spurs Collapse), a Mini-Mailbag, and a World Cup Preview | With Joe House, Kirk Goldsberry, Anthony Dabbundo, and Cousin Sal
Jun 11, 2026 · 2 hr 1 min
Join The Ringer’s Bill Simmons, Joe House, and Kirk Goldsberry to react to Game 4 of the NBA Finals between the Spurs and the Knicks. Then, Bill answers some NBA questions from the mailbag before Anthony Dabbundo and Cousin Sal join to talk about their favorite FIFA World Cup bets ahead of the big tournament. (0:00) Intro (01:15) NBA Finals Game 4 reactions with Joe House and Kirk Goldsberry (41:50) NBA mailbag (01:09:28) World Cup bets with Anthony Dabbundo and Cousin Sal Host: Bill Simmons Gue…
A Gutty Spurs Win, Angry Knicks Fans, Game 4 Thoughts, and NBA Draft Movements With Rob Mahoney and J. Kyle Mann
Jun 9, 2026 · 1 hr 31 min
Join The Ringer’s Bill Simmons and Rob Mahoney LIVE to react to the Spurs taking Game 3 against the Knicks in the NBA Finals (1:15). Then, J. Kyle Mann comes on to break down the top prospects and the best fits ahead of the NBA draft (48:00). Host: Bill Simmons Guests: Rob Mahoney and J. Kyle Mann Producers: Chia Hao Tat, Eduardo Ocampo, and Chris Wohlers Brought to you by PayPal. Learn more at paypal.com #ULTRACourtside could get you closer to the game! https://michelobultra.com/courtside MICHE…
Can Wemby’s Spurs Shake Off a True Gut Punch? Plus: Adam Friedland on NYC Coming Alive, Trump at MSG, and the World Cup.
Jun 8, 2026 · 2 hr 8 min
Join The Ringer’s Bill Simmons LIVE on Netflix to give his thoughts on Game 2 of the NBA Finals and to discuss what the Spurs will need to do being down 0-2 in the series (1:15). Then, Adam Friedland joins the pod to talk Knicks, the World Cup, and much, much more (50:27). Host: Bill Simmons Guest: Adam Friedland Producers: Chia Hao Tat, Eduardo Ocampo, and Chris Wohlers Brought to you by PayPal. Learn more at paypal.com The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit https://fanduel…
The Knicks Land a Haymaker, With Doc Rivers. Plus, a Mini-Mailbag, the End of 'Euphoria,' and a Movies Resurgence With Joanna Robinson and Chris Ryan.
Jun 4, 2026 · 2 hr 5 min
Join The Ringer’s Bill Simmons and Doc Rivers LIVE on Netflix to recap the Knicks' Game 1 win over the Spurs in the NBA Finals (01:15). Then, Bill does a mini-mailbag (51:40) before being joined by Chris Ryan and Joanna Robinson to give their thoughts on the ‘Euphoria’ finale, whether it stuck the landing, as well as the state of TV and movies (1:21:20). Hosts: Bill SimmonsGuests: Doc Rivers, Chris Ryan, and Joanna RobinsonProducers: Chia Hao Tat, Eduardo Ocampo, Tucker Tashjian, and Chris Wohle…
A Finals Pick, Greatest Knicks Ever, ‘Made’ N.Y.C. Stars, and Big NFL Trades With Max Kellerman
Jun 2, 2026 · 2 hr 8 min
The Ringer’s Bill Simmons is joined by Max Kellerman to discuss the blockbuster Myles Garrett trade to the Rams (02:35) and the Patriots trade for A.J. Brown (16:05). Then, they preview the biggest storylines heading into a highly anticipated Knicks-Spurs NBA Finals (29:35). Finally, they discuss the greatest Knicks of all time (56:20), what’s next for OKC (1:39:30), and much more! Host: Bill SimmonsGuest: Max KellermanProducers: Chia Hao Tat, Eduardo Ocampo, Tucker Tashjian, and Chris Wohlers B…
Down Goes OKC! Spurs-Knicks is Here! What the Hell Just Happened? And What Does OKC Do Now? | With Zach Lowe
May 31, 2026 · 1 hr 37 min
Join The Ringer’s Bill Simmons and Zach Lowe LIVE on Netflix to react to Wemby and the Spurs defeating the Thunder in Game 7 of the Western Conference Finals to reach the NBA Finals (1:17). Host: Bill Simmons Guest: Zach Lowe Producers: Chia Hao Tat, Eduardo Ocampo, and Chris Wohlers Give No Quits. Shop at your Local Duluth Trading Company Store or Online The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit https://fanduel.com/playwithaplan to learn more about the resources and helplines…
Game 7 Fever in OKC, NBA Lottery Reform, and a Mega-Mailbag With Rob Mahoney, David Jacoby, and Joe House
May 29, 2026 · 1 hr 51 min
Join The Ringer’s Bill Simmons and Rob Mahoney LIVE on Netflix to react to the Spurs forcing a Game 7 against the Thunder (1:17). Then, David Jacoby and Joe House hop on to react to the NBA lottery reform plan, talk about the losers of the Cavs' drubbing, and answer some mailbag questions (39:15). Host: Bill Simmons Guests: Rob Mahoney, David Jacoby, and Joe House Producers: Chia Hao Tat, Eduardo Ocampo, and Chris Wohlers Brought to you by PayPal. Learn more at paypal.com/paymonthly The Ringer i…
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