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The Bill Simmons Podcast

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The Ringer

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.

#1356

A Great Week 11, Burrow vs. Herbert, Allen vs. Mahomes, Rodgers vs. Father Time, and Guess the Lines...

The Ringer's Bill Simmons is joined by Cousin Sal to discuss the Chargers surviving an incredible Bengals comeback, the Bills snapping the Chiefs' win streak in what turned out to be the game of the day, and the Lions making history while becoming the Super Bowl favorite (1:50). Then, they discuss a super physical Ravens-Steelers game, Jets-Colts, Bears-Packers, Patriots-Rams, Falcons-Broncos, Saints-Browns, and more (23:44). Finally, it's Guess the Lines for NFL Week 12 (1:02:55), before discussing Mike Tyson vs. Jake Paul, and closing the show with Parent Corner (1:21:48). Host: Bill Simmons Guest: Cousin Sal Producer: Kyle Crichton Learn more about your ad choices. Visit [podcastchoices.com/adchoices] (https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices) ... Read more

18 Nov 2024

1 HR 45 MINS

1:45:36

18 Nov 2024

#1355

Part 2: Eagles/C-Words Reax, Drake Maye Fever, the RB Boom and Million Dollar Picks With Joe House a...

In Part 2 of a two-part podcast, The Ringer's Bill Simmons is joined by Joe House to discuss the Eagles routing the Commanders on 'Thursday Night Football' (2:25). Then, Bill talks with Nate Tice of Yahoo Sports and NFL Network to discuss Drake Maye's impressive development, the 2024 NFL draft class, and projecting QB prospects (18:58), before Nate gives his five favorite things he's enjoying this NFL season, including surprisingly good defenses, the AFC juggernaut QBs, the Arizona Cardinals, and more (44:51). Finally, Bill and House run through their favorite games from the weekend slate (1:14:30), before making the Million-Dollar Picks for NFL Week 11 (1:44:38). Host: Bill Simmons Guests: Nate Tice and Joe House Producers: Kyle Crichton and Steve Ceruti The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit [www.rg-help.com] (http://www.rg-help.com/) to learn more about the resources and helplines available. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit [podcastchoices.com/adchoices] (https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices) ... Read more

15 Nov 2024

1 HR 59 MINS

1:59:53

15 Nov 2024

#1354

Part 1: An NBA Popularity Check and Tyson’s Big Comeback With Wosny Lambre and Van Lathan

In Part 1 of a two-part podcast, The Ringer's Bill Simmons is joined by Wosny Lambre to discuss whether tanking in the NBA is possible with as much talent as the league currently has, the new-look Knicks, the serious Cavaliers, and the confounding 76ers (2:07). Then Van Lathan joins Bill and Wos to zoom out on the NBA and wonder whether it's in a better or worse spot now than in other eras (31:29). Finally, they discuss the upcoming Jake Paul–Mike Tyson boxing match and remember Tyson's turbulent career (1:01:51). Host: Bill Simmons Guests: Wosny Lambre and Van Lathan Producer: Kyle Crichton The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit [www.rg-help.com] (http://www.rg-help.com/) to learn more about the resources and helplines available. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit [podcastchoices.com/adchoices] (https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices) ... Read more

14 Nov 2024

1 HR 32 MINS

1:32:22

14 Nov 2024

#1353

Curry vs. Klay, the Embiid Situation, Atlanta’s New Look and Cleveland’s Ascent With Dave Jacoby and...

The Ringer’s Bill Simmons is joined by David Jacoby and Kirk Goldsberry after the NBA Cup games to discuss Klay Thompson’s return to Golden State in the Warriors’ close win over the Mavericks (2:30), the Hawks upsetting the Celtics while not playing Trae Young, Timberwolves–Trail Blazers, whether it’s time to worry about Minnesota (25:50), 76ers-Knicks, rusty Joel Embiid, a Victor Wembanyama check-in, predictions for when the Cavaliers will lose their first game, and more (53:00)! Host: Bill Simmons Guests: David Jacoby and Kirk Goldsberry Producer: Kyle Crichton The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit [www.rg-help.com] (http://www.rg-help.com/) to learn more about the resources and helplines available. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit [podcastchoices.com/adchoices] (https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices) ... Read more

13 Nov 2024

1 HR 33 MINS

1:33:54

13 Nov 2024

#1352

Detroit’s Grit, Drake vs. Caleb, a Giannis Trade Idea, and Guess the Lines With Cousin Sal

The Ringer's Bill Simmons is joined by Cousin Sal to discuss the Lions' comeback win vs. the Texans, the early AFC playoff picture, and the Chiefs sneaking by the Broncos to earn a 9-0 record (2:09). They have a Cowboys reassessment and discuss Commanders-Steelers, a rookie QB ranking, and Bears-Patriots (23:39). Then they talk about the latest "season from hell" candidates; whether to take the Eagles, Cardinals, and/or Chargers seriously; the Saints supporting the "new coach theory" by beating the Falcons; 49ers-Bucs; and Colts-Bills (47:02). Finally, they discuss some Week 10 gambling trends before guessing the lines for NFL Week 11 (1:08:18) and closing the show with Parent Corner (1:30:35). Host: Bill Simmons Guest: Cousin Sal Producers: Kyle Crichton and Steve Ceruti Learn more about your ad choices. Visit [podcastchoices.com/adchoices] (https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices) ... Read more

11 Nov 2024

1 HR 49 MINS

1:49:12

11 Nov 2024

#1351

The State of Fantasy Football, 25 Best NBA Players, and Million-Dollar Picks With Danny Heifetz and ...

The Ringer's Bill Simmons is joined by Danny Heifetz and Joe House for a fantasy football check-in after nine weeks, then discuss the surging Ravens offense, the rise of the running back, and the biggest fantasy disappointments (2:13). Afterward, they get into some stealth waiver wire and trade candidates and fantasy booking Bill Belichick's next coaching gig (26:23). House and Bill later run through their favorite games from the weekend's slate before making their Million-Dollar Picks for NFL Week 10 (53:16), Finally, they talk some NBA, including the Warriors' win over the Celtics, NBA awards odds, a check-in on their win total picks, and Bill's updated top 25 NBA players list (1:27:51). Host: Bill Simmons Guests: Joe House and Danny Heifetz Producer: Kyle Crichton The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit [www.rg-help.com] (http://www.rg-help.com/) to learn more about the resources and helplines available. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit [podcastchoices.com/adchoices] (https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices) ... Read more

08 Nov 2024

1 HR 58 MINS

1:58:51

08 Nov 2024

#1350

A Two-Week NBA Power Poll, Plus Drake Maye, Best Candy, and Half-Baked Ideas With Kevin Wildes

The Ringer's Bill Simmons reveals his NBA power poll of all 30 teams through two weeks (2:11), before he is joined by FS1's Kevin Wildes to argue about Halloween candy, discuss Patrick Mahomes's MVP case, and talk about Drake Maye bliss for Patriots fans (53:43). Then they bring back an old favorite, another edition of Half-Baked Ideas (1:25:57). Host: Bill Simmons Guest: Kevin Wildes Producer: Kyle Crichton The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit [www.rg-help.com] (http://www.rg-help.com/) to learn more about the resources and helplines available. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit [podcastchoices.com/adchoices] (https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices) ... Read more

05 Nov 2024

2 HR 04 MINS

2:04:06

05 Nov 2024

#1349

Dallas is Done, the Rams Are Lurking, a Two-Win Stinker Logjam, and Guess the Lines With Cousin Sal

The Ringer's Bill Simmons is joined by Cousin Sal to discuss an interesting 'SNF' face-off between Joe Flacco and Sam Darnold, Patriots-Titans, the Saints' loss to the Panthers, and Cowboys-Falcons (1:29), before hitting Jaguars-Eagles, Packers-Lions, Rams-Seahawks, Cardinals-Bears, and the still mystifying NFC West (22:14). Next, they talk Chargers-Browns, Dolphins-Bills, and some miscellaneous NFL observations (45:41) before guessing the lines for NFL Week 10 (59:50), and closing the show with Parent Corner (1:28:16). Host: Bill Simmons Guest: Cousin Sal Producer: Kyle Crichton The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit [www.rg-help.com] (http://www.rg-help.com/) to learn more about the resources and helplines available. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit [podcastchoices.com/adchoices] (https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices) ... Read more

04 Nov 2024

1 HR 46 MINS

1:46:54

04 Nov 2024

#1348

The Weirdo NFC West, an NBA Over/Unders Check-in, and Million Dollar Picks With Danny Kelly and Joe ...

The Ringer's Bill Simmons shares some quick thoughts on the Dodgers' World Series win, before he is joined by Danny Kelly and Joe House to discuss the whacky NFC West, which teams in the division have found their identity, and who they would pick to win the division (6:22). Then they look at the updated MVP and COTY odds, before running through some fantasy football observations and rookie QB rankings (37:47). Next, Bill and House run through their favorite games from the weekend's NFL slate (1:00:16), and make the Million Dollar Picks for NFL Week 9 (1:24:30). Finally they look at the updated NBA win totals now that the season is underway (1:27:13). Host: Bill Simmons Guests: Danny Kelly and Joe House Producer: Kyle Crichton The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit [www.rg-help.com] (http://www.rg-help.com/) to learn more about the resources and helplines available. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit [podcastchoices.com/adchoices] (https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices) ... Read more

01 Nov 2024

2 HR 02 MINS

2:02:05

01 Nov 2024

#1347

The Yankees Survive, Milwaukee and Denver Struggle, Paolo’s Thriving, and Boston Is Frightening With...

The Ringer's Bill Simmons is joined by John Jastremski to discuss the Yankees preventing a Dodgers sweep and winning Game 4, the case for a Yankees comeback, series predictions, and more (3:34). Then Bill talks with Kirk Goldsberry about his five favorite NBA developments so far this season, including the Bucks' and Nuggets' problems, JJ Redick's impressive coaching, unlikely 2-seeds in the East, and the buzz-saw Celtics (30:52). Host: Bill Simmons Guests: Kirk Goldsberry and John Jastremski Producers: Kyle Crichton and Steve Ceruti The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit [www.rg-help.com] (http://www.rg-help.com/) to learn more about the resources and helplines available. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit [podcastchoices.com/adchoices] (https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices) ... Read more

30 Oct 2024

1 HR 57 MINS

1:57:34

30 Oct 2024

#1346

A D.C. Hail Mary, the Coma Jets, Jameis Hero Ball, Freddie’s Slam, and Guess the Lines With Cousin S...

The Ringer's Bill Simmons is joined by Cousin Sal to discuss the Cowboys falling to the 49ers, the Commanders' Hail Mary win vs. the Bears, and Jameis Winston and the Browns upsetting the Ravens (2:08). Next they ask, "Are the Jets done?" after their loss to the Patriots, discuss Buccaneers-Falcons, identify the most up-in-the-air division, get into Colts-Texans, and more (21:47). Then they check in on their NFL futures bets and guess the lines for NFL Week 9 (46:29), discuss an exciting World Series (1:21:41), and close the show with Parent Corner (1:29:08). Host: Bill Simmons Guest: Cousin Sal Producer: Kyle Crichton The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit [www.rg-help.com] (http://www.rg-help.com/) to learn more about the resources and helplines available. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit [podcastchoices.com/adchoices] (https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices) ... Read more

28 Oct 2024

1 HR 45 MINS

1:45:34

28 Oct 2024

#1345

Part 2: NBA League Pass Rankings and Million Dollar Picks With Chris Ryan, Rob Mahoney, Wosny Lambre...

In Part 2 of a two-part podcast, The Ringer’s Bill Simmons is joined by Chris Ryan, Rob Mahoney, and Wosny Lambre for the 2024-25 edition of NBA League Pass Rankings (0:56). Then Bill talks through the weekend's NFL slate with Sheil Kapadia and Anthony Dabbundo (1:16:58), before making the Million Dollar Picks for NFL Week 8 (1:56:34). Host: Bill Simmons Guests: Chris Ryan, Rob Mahoney, Wosny Lambre, Sheil Kapadia, and Anthony Dabbundo Producer: Kyle Crichton The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit [www.rg-help.com] (http://www.rg-help.com/) to learn more about the resources and helplines available. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit [podcastchoices.com/adchoices] (https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices) ... Read more

25 Oct 2024

2 HR 07 MINS

2:07:49

25 Oct 2024

#1344

Part 1: An NBA Six-Pack, UFC 308, and the Yankees Are Back With Ariel Helwani and JackO

In Part 1 of a two-part podcast, The Ringer’s Bill Simmons opens a six-pack of NBA observations after the opening games, including the Magic surpassing the Heat, a Ben Simmons trade-value check-in, and Jayson Tatum’s MVP case (2:08). Then Bill is joined by Ariel Helwani to discuss the Knicks’ struggles vs. the Celtics and UFC’s “next Conor McGregor” candidates, before previewing UFC 308 (25:04). Finally, Bill brings on his old friend and Yankees fan JackO to discuss the Yankees-Dodgers World Series (1:07:15). Host: Bill Simmons Guests: Ariel Helwani and JackO Producer: Kyle Crichton The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit [www.rg-help.com] (http://www.rg-help.com/) to learn more about the resources and helplines available. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit [podcastchoices.com/adchoices] (https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices) ... Read more

24 Oct 2024

1 HR 56 MINS

1:56:17

24 Oct 2024

#1343

The 49ers in Shambles, a Possible RUSSurrection, NyQuil Bill, Yankee Hating, and Bad Parenting With ...

The Ringer's Bill Simmons is joined by Cousin Sal to discuss the end of the Mets' postseason run before reacting to another Jets flop (2:07) and identifying cross-off teams. Plus, the 49ers' rough season continues as the Chiefs move to 6-0. They then get into Browns-Bengals (22:58), Lions-Vikings, Texans-Packers, and Falcons-Seahawks (45:13) before guessing the lines for NFL Week 8 (56:33). Then they discuss the Liberty winning the WNBA Finals (1:27:14), and close the show with Parent Corner (1:31:57). Host: Bill Simmons Guest: Cousin Sal Producer: Kyle Crichton The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit [www.rg-help.com] (http://www.rg-help.com/) to learn more about the resources and helplines available. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit [podcastchoices.com/adchoices] (https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices) ... Read more

21 Oct 2024

1 HR 57 MINS

1:57:25

21 Oct 2024

#1342

NFL Playoff Locks, the Desperate Jets, and Million Dollar Picks With Mike Lombardi

The Ringer's Bill Simmons is joined by Michael Lombardi to discuss which NFL teams have found an identity, what adding Davante Adams will do for the Jets, T.J. Watt's dominance, and more (2:48). They then look at the early playoff picture and see which teams they can find odds value in (26:30). Later, they go over the weekend's slate of games and pick their favorites, before talking a little Patriots and 76ers dysfunction (52:50). Finally, Bill makes his Million Dollar Picks for NFL Week 7 (1:19:15). Host: Bill Simmons Guest: Michael Lombardi Producer: Kyle Crichton The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit [www.rg-help.com] (http://www.rg-help.com/) to learn more about the resources and helplines available. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit [podcastchoices.com/adchoices] (https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices) ... Read more

18 Oct 2024

1 HR 34 MINS

1:34:57

18 Oct 2024

#1341

NBA Over/Unders, Part 3: The Atlantic and Southeast With Ryen Russillo and Joe House | Starring Tatu...

In Part 3 of a three-part podcast, The Ringer's Bill Simmons is joined by Ryen Russillo and Joe House to run through NBA win totals for the Atlantic and Southeast Divisions. (1:11) Celtics (12:24) Knicks (20:48) 76ers (31:58) Raptors (39:27) Nets (44:57) Magic (52:16) Heat (55:22) Hawks (1:00:35) Hornets (1:07:07) Wizards (1:15:25) Locks Host: Bill Simmons Guests: Ryen Russillo and Joe House Producer: Kyle Crichton The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit [www.rg-help.com] (http://www.rg-help.com/) to learn more about the resources and helplines available. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit [podcastchoices.com/adchoices] (https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices) ... Read more

16 Oct 2024

1 HR 25 MINS

1:25:56