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The Bill Simmons Podcast

The Ringer
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Lebron James
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NBA Finals
Golden State Warriors
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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 Ringer’s Bill Simmons is joined by Joe House to answer some mailbag questions. Then, Bill heads out to UCLA to chat with Bruins football coach Bob Chesney about his coaching history, changing the culture at UCLA, and much more!

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The Ringer’s Bill Simmons is joined by Derek Thompson to discuss the finances of sports and the developing story of Mark Walter's Lakers sale. Then, they discuss the 2016 NBA cap spike before ending with their WNBA theories.

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Bill Simmons welcomes Tom Pelissero to The Ringer to go through their Pressure Rankings of the NFL ahead of the new season. Then, Sam Koppelman joins the pod to take a deep dive into the financial side of the Lakers sale, Mat Ishbia’s Suns, and much ... more

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.

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Recent Guests

Amanda Dobbins
Guest, contributor to rewatchables discussion
The Ringer
Episode: Half-Baked Ideas and a Mega-Mailbag With Kevin Wildes and Joe House
Kevin Wildes
Guest, frequent contributor, infectious energy in half-baked ideas segment
Episode: Half-Baked Ideas and a Mega-Mailbag With Kevin Wildes and Joe House
Billy Gil
Sports writer and commentator
The Ringer / ESPN
Episode: 2026 NFL QB Rankings, the Villain Dodgers, MLB Trade Deadline Lessons, and SummerSlam 2026 With Mina Kimes, Billy Gil, Anthony Dabbundo, and David Shoemaker
David Shoemaker
Wrestling columnist and author
The Ringer
Episode: 2026 NFL QB Rankings, the Villain Dodgers, MLB Trade Deadline Lessons, and SummerSlam 2026 With Mina Kimes, Billy Gil, Anthony Dabbundo, and David Shoemaker
Mina Kimes
NFL analyst, author, and contributor to The Ringer
The Ringer
Episode: 2026 NFL QB Rankings, the Villain Dodgers, MLB Trade Deadline Lessons, and SummerSlam 2026 With Mina Kimes, Billy Gil, Anthony Dabbundo, and David Shoemaker
Jason Concepcion
Guest on episode; discussed The Odyssey MVP ballot and joined the redraft
The Ringer / The Bill Simmons Podcast
Episode: Caleb Wilson Fever, 2020 NBA Redraftables, and the ‘Odyssey’ MVP Rankings With Joe House, J. Kyle Mann, and Jason Concepcion
Ian Wright
Former Arsenal striker, pundit
Stick to Football, Crossways (Ringer)
Episode: Messi Takes England Out of the World Cup, Plus Preparing for Christopher Nolan’s 'The Odyssey' With Ian Wright, Anthony Dabbundo, and Sean Fennessey
Kirk Goldsberry
NBA analyst and columnist
The Ringer / Duke University
Episode: The Jaylen Brown Colonoscopy Trade (and More NBA Summer Reactions) With Chris Ryan and Kirk Goldsberry
Taylor Sheridan
Creator of Yellowstone and other ventures, author of a book
Paramount / Book author
Episode: A Crazy NBA Month With Zach Lowe, Plus Taylor Sheridan on Building a TV Empire and the Problems With Hollywood

Hosts

Bill Simmons
Host of the show with a long-running, opinion-led, interview-driven format.
Chris Ryan
Co-host/guest providing sports and narrative insight, with broad knowledge across football and basketball.
Joe House
Regular guest providing basketball insight and dynamic banter; long-standing collaborator.
Zach Lowe
Basketball journalist and podcaster offering analytics-driven analysis and trade discussion.

Reviews

4.5 out of 5 stars from 59.6k ratings
  • Golden State

    Poor management has crushed Curry’s last 5 years.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Raj Fan
    United Statesa month ago
  • LbJ

    Please don’t make Zack couriousily accept inane premises because you want something out there. I value your opinions and I don’t appreciate you keelhauling your teammate . #6ers in six

    courteously was the word but same difference

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    GopherGolfer609
    United Statesa month ago
  • Guest Host CR

    Great job. Great show.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    NBA on TNT Watcher
    United Statesa month ago
  • CR

    When’s the Chris Ryan show starting?

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    emanvillarreal
    United Statesa month ago
  • Guest host

    Gross

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    jgAllDay
    United Statesa month ago

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Overall, guests bring high-level sports IQ and strong storytelling; conversations can be long-form and opinionated.
Criticism centers on overuse of sponsor reads and the casual, live-audience feel sometimes diluting technical depth.
Fans appreciate analytics-heavy takes blended with personality and banter; some listeners want more challenging discourse.

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Steph in Purgatory, a LeBron Mini-Mailbag, Jaylen Trade What-Ifs, and the Revived Red Sox With Joe House and Bill’s Dad
Q: What would be the best LeBron Sixers comparison in 1999 if Michael Jordan's Bulls had imploded and LeBron wanted a new happiness elsewhere?
The discussion suggests the Knicks and the 1999 Lakers were plausible comparisons, with the Knicks offering a different path and the 1999 Lakers hinting at a high-impact but risky fit; the hosts ultimately entertain multiple historical analogies rather than settle on a single definitive answer.
LeBron’s Philly Shocker! Plus, the 2011 NBA Redraftables With Zach Lowe.
Q: Why would LeBron choose to join the 76ers, and how would that change the East?
The host and guest explore the dynamics of pairing LeBron with Embiid and Maxey, considering health management, usage distribution, and the potential to push the Sixers to title contention, while weighing risks like Embiid's health and fit with multiple high‑usage stars.
Messi Takes England Out of the World Cup, Plus Preparing for Christopher Nolan’s 'The Odyssey' With Ian Wright, Anthony Dabbundo, and Sean Fennessey
Q: What did you think about the Spain-France and Argentina matches in the lead-up to the final?
Anthony Dabbundo discusses the tactical shifts, heat effects on France, and Spain's possession-based approach while noting Argentina's resilience and Messi's impact.
2026 Finals Lessons, Giannis’s Next Stop, Brunson’s Apex, and Mike Brown’s Magic Touch With Doc Rivers
Q: What coach impressed you the most that you went against?
Doc Rivers cites a combination of strategic poise, adjustments, and in-game feel that a certain coach displayed during their matchups, highlighting the ability to adapt lineups and exploit matchups in real time as the standout quality.
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.
Q: From Jeremy in Portland: Is the NBA experiencing the greatest parody era in league history?
Yes, the league's parity seems heightened due to salary structure, CBAs, and more balanced spending; it's less about a few dynasties and more about many teams having realistic title chances.

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The show combines deep, data-driven sports analysis with wide-ranging banter and pop culture tangents. Across recent episodes, the crew mocks up bold rankings in football and basketball, debates mega-trades, and intersperses worldly topics like World Cup storylines, film, and storytelling craft. Guests range from elite analysts to prominent writers and entertainers, creating a fast-paced, opinion-led conversation that prizes narratives, front-office context, and long-form exploration of what moves leagues and audiences. A standout trait is the mix of high‑signal analytics with personal anecdotes and cross‑industry guests, which keeps discussions lively while offering practical angles for listeners (fans, marketers, and potential sponsors) t... more

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