Rephonic
Artwork for The Bill Simmons Podcast

The Bill Simmons Podcast

The Ringer
NBA
NFL
NBA Playoffs
Boston Celtics
Oklahoma City Thunder
Cleveland Cavaliers
Houston Rockets
Los Angeles Lakers
Fantasy Football
New York Knicks
Golden State Warriors
Denver Nuggets
NBA Finals
Indiana Pacers
Super Bowl
Luka Doncic
Lebron James
Dallas Mavericks
Philadelphia Eagles
NFL Playoffs

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.

PublishesDailyEpisodes1586Founded11 years ago
Number of ListenersCategory
Sports

Listen to this Podcast

Artwork for The Bill Simmons Podcast

Latest Episodes

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-... more

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 T... more

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' drub... more

The Ringer’s Bill Simmons is joined by Tim Legler LIVE on Netflix to react to the Thunder taking a 3-2 series lead against the Spurs before recapping the Knicks’ road to the NBA Finals (1:16). Then, Brian Koppelman hops on to discuss what it means fo... more

Key Facts

Accepts Guests
Accepts Sponsors
Contact Information
Podcast Host
Number of Listeners
Find out how many people listen to this podcast per episode and each month.

Similar Podcasts

People also subscribe to these shows.

Recent Guests

Brian Koppelman
Screenwriter, film producer, Knicks fan
Actor/Writer, Knick-fan figure
Episode: A Spurs Fumble, CarusoMania, Brunson’s Mega-Rise and a Knicks Appreciation With Tim Legler and Brian Koppelman
Mallory Rubin
Senior producer and content creator
The Ringer
Episode: The Red-Hot Knicks, OKC’s Beat-Up-Wemby Ploy, a Mini-Mailbag, and ‘Survivor 50’ | With Rob Mahoney, Jason Concepcion, and Mallory Rubin
Zoe Simmons
Daughter of Bill Simmons, TV/culture guest
Family guest
Episode: An MSG Miracle, the Wemby Arrival Game, Tottenham’s Nadir, and 'Euphoria' Season 3 | With Joe House, Chris Ryan, Anthony Dabbundo, and Zoe Simmons
Chris Vernon
Host of The Mismatch, former Grizzlies analyst
The Mismatch/Memphis Grizzlies
Episode: The Wizards Win (Something!) and More Lottery Reactions, Plus the Juggernaut Knicks With Joe House, Tate Frazier, and Chris Vernon
David Letterman
Television host and comedian, former host of The Late Show with David Letterman
Netflix project; various past affiliations
Episode: Five NBA Playoff Takes, Plus David Letterman’s First-Ever BS Pod Appearance (We Did It!!!)
Billy Gill
Baseball analyst (Duke Billy Gill)
Ringer Tailgate appearances
Episode: Joker’s Out, and Boston Might Be Next. Plus, an MLB Cocktail Party and 'Survivor 50' With Rob Mahoney, Billy Gil, and Jason Concepcion.
Steve Muench
NFL draft analyst
The Ringer / ESPN/Grantland lineage
Episode: NBA Panic Rankings, NFL Draft Guesses, and a Michael Jackson Movie Review | With Todd McShay, Steve Muench, and Van Lathan
Kirk Goldsberry
Basketball analyst and author
Texas-based analyst referenced on show
Episode: Two Crazy Play-In Games, and 2026 NBA Awards Picks With Kirk Goldsberry and Joe House
Joe House
Regular guest/longtime collaborator
The Ringer
Episode: Two Crazy Play-In Games, and 2026 NBA Awards Picks With Kirk Goldsberry and Joe House

Host

Bill Simmons
Veteran sports journalist and host, known for driving deep-dive conversations on NBA, NFL, and media deals, with a candid, opinionated style and knowledge of league economics.

Reviews

4.5 out of 5 stars from 59k ratings
  • Doesn’t even watch the games

    Changes his mind based off whatever twitter is saying. Clearly doesn’t actually watch the games anymore just looks at whatever the narrative is and says that.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    OKC888
    New Zealand17 days ago
  • More Sal & House

    My #1 podcast. Been a big fan since day one. ESPN. Grantland. PLEASE tell me why it’s ringer 107. It kills me that I don’t know. Because I’m a huge fan. Why is it 107??

    And these podcasts are best part of my listening week.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    VPGSWP
    United States19 days ago
  • Giving Up on This Pod

    Just mainly uses his friends now to give their obnoxious opinions. Was just one Joe House screaming in my ear away from ditching this podcast and then it came. Same judgement that made House his food podcaster “he likes to eat” now apparently makes him an expert on sports. The only Simmons show I enjoy at this point is Real Ones.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Platypus and pancake
    United States23 days ago
  • Joe House 👎

    Any episode with Joe House is unlistenable

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    JayBennett
    United States23 days ago
  • biased

    Bro would rather speak about fake Giannis trade than the Knicks. Tired of the bias be an analyst.

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    CanarsieCourier
    United States24 days ago

Listeners Say

Key themes from listener reviews, highlighting what works and what could be improved about the show.

People note inconsistent production quality and some bias depending on guest lineup.
Criticism often centers on changing dynamics with new co-hosts or guests, and some long-time fans miss past formats.
Listeners praise the show's deep basketball analysis and playful banter, especially when strong guests show up.

Chart Rankings

How this podcast ranks in the Apple Podcasts, Spotify and YouTube charts.

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Game 7 Fever in OKC, NBA Lottery Reform, and a Mega-Mailbag With Rob Mahoney, David Jacoby, and Joe House
Q: Who has the most at stake in a potential Spurs-OKC series deciding game seven?
Wembanyama carries the most at stake due to the chance to cement his status as the focal point of the league and accelerate his impact curve, while the Thunder look to balance youth with experience to force a series win.
OKC Gets Wobbled, Cleveland’s Done, and Knicks Nirvana Is Here (Maybe) With Zach Lowe and Sean Fennessey
Q: Who do you think is going to win game five?
I'm sticking with the Thunder in seven, and I'll take the Thunder in game five as well, though it's a close call and the Spurs have shown resilience.
The Red-Hot Knicks, OKC’s Beat-Up-Wemby Ploy, a Mini-Mailbag, and ‘Survivor 50’ | With Rob Mahoney, Jason Concepcion, and Mallory Rubin
Q: What do you think about the Cavaliers' chances going forward in the series?
The panel suggests the Cavs still have a path if they can contain Josh Hart and force role players to shoot well, but they may struggle if Hart continues to heat up and their defense remains vulnerable to multiple shooters.
Wemby Gets Revenge, Morey’s Out, and a Trade-Fueled Mega-Mailbag With Kirk Goldsberry and David Jacoby
Q: What is the most consequential move in the post-Firings/Playoffs landscape right now?
Daryl Morey's firing is framed as a catalyst for retooling, with emphasis on balancing analytics-driven moves with roster reality, cap management, and whether Philly can rebuild around Embiid or pivot to a different core.
NBA Lottery Karma Rankings, Jaylen’s Future, and a Blistering Wolves-Spurs Series With Nick Wright
Q: What teams should be prioritized for lottery karma points and why?
Teams like OKC, Indiana, and Atlanta receive scrutiny for their strategic positioning, with discussions about whether their past moves, current rosters, and ownership goals merit top-four considerations based on potential long-term impact.

Audience Metrics

Listeners, social reach, demographics and more for this podcast.

Listeners per Episode
Gender Skew
Location
Interests
Professions
Age Range
Household Income
Social Media Reach

Frequently Asked Questions About The Bill Simmons Podcast

What is The Bill Simmons Podcast about and what kind of topics does it cover?

A fast-paced, opinionated sports show that blends deep analysis of basketball, football, and media business with sharp banter and personal anecdotes. Episodes typically feature long-form conversations with notable analysts, coaches, and media figures, plus lively mailbag and crossover segments that explore trades, drafts, and ownership dynamics. Notable strengths include data-driven insight from guests, a willingness to tackle industry shifts (rights deals, scheduling, streaming), and a distinctive sports-media personality vibe that keeps discussions entertaining even when coverage gets technical. Potential listeners who want candid takes, behind-the-scenes industry context, and high- energy debates will likely find this show compelling; sp... more

Where can I find podcast stats for The Bill Simmons Podcast?

Rephonic provides a wide range of podcast stats for The Bill Simmons Podcast. We scanned the web and collated all of the information that we could find in our comprehensive podcast database. See how many people listen to The Bill Simmons Podcast and access YouTube viewership numbers, download stats, audience demographics, chart rankings, ratings, reviews and more.

How many listeners does The Bill Simmons Podcast get?

Rephonic provides a full set of podcast information for three million podcasts, including the number of listeners. View further listenership figures for The Bill Simmons Podcast, including podcast download numbers and subscriber numbers, so you can make better decisions about which podcasts to sponsor or be a guest on. You will need to upgrade your account to access this premium data.

What are the audience demographics for The Bill Simmons Podcast?

Rephonic provides comprehensive predictive audience data for The Bill Simmons Podcast, including gender skew, age, country, political leaning, income, professions, education level, and interests. You can access these listener demographics by upgrading your account.

How many subscribers and views does The Bill Simmons Podcast have?

To see how many followers or subscribers The Bill Simmons Podcast has on Spotify and other platforms such as Castbox and Podcast Addict, simply upgrade your account. You'll also find viewership figures for their YouTube channel if they have one.

Which podcasts are similar to The Bill Simmons Podcast?

These podcasts share a similar audience with The Bill Simmons Podcast:

1. The Zach Lowe Show
2. The Rewatchables
3. The Ryen Russillo Show
4. The Ringer NBA Show
5. The Mismatch

How many episodes of The Bill Simmons Podcast are there?

The Bill Simmons Podcast launched 11 years ago and published 1586 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.

How do I contact The Bill Simmons Podcast?

Our systems regularly scour the web to find email addresses and social media links for this podcast. We scanned the web and collated all of the contact information that we could find in our podcast database. But in the unlikely event that you can't find what you're looking for, our concierge service lets you request our research team to source better contacts for you.

Where can I see ratings and reviews for The Bill Simmons Podcast?

Rephonic pulls ratings and reviews for The Bill Simmons Podcast from multiple sources, including Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Castbox, and Podcast Addict.

View all the reviews in one place instead of visiting each platform individually and use this information to decide if a show is worth pitching or not.

How do I access podcast episode transcripts for The Bill Simmons Podcast?

Rephonic provides full transcripts for episodes of The Bill Simmons Podcast. Search within each transcript for your keywords, whether they be topics, brands or people, and figure out if it's worth pitching as a guest or sponsor. You can even set-up alerts to get notified when your keywords are mentioned.

What guests have appeared on The Bill Simmons Podcast?

Recent guests on The Bill Simmons Podcast include:

1. Brian Koppelman
2. Mallory Rubin
3. Zoe Simmons
4. Chris Vernon
5. David Letterman
6. Billy Gill
7. Steve Muench
8. Kirk Goldsberry

To view more recent guests and their details, simply upgrade your Rephonic account. You'll also get access to a typical guest profile to help you decide if the show is worth pitching.

Find and pitch the right podcasts

We help savvy brands, marketers and PR professionals to find the right podcasts for any topic or niche. Get the data and contacts you need to pitch podcasts at scale and turn listeners into customers.
Try it free for 7 days