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Embiid for MVP, Tiger’s Future, Taylor Swift, and ‘Boogie’ With Joe House, Nathan Hubbard, and Eddie Huang
Filed under:Plus, NBA second-half predictions, Bill’s thoughts on the new-look Knicks, and moreThe Ringer’s Bill Simmons is joined by Joe House to revisit the NBA MVP discussion and Joel Embiid. They talk MVP odds and some predictions for after the All-Star break (3:00). Then Bill and House are joined by Nathan Hubbard to discuss Tiger Woods’s serious car accident and his future in golf as well as the PGA Tour (40:00). Then Bill and Nathan discuss the new Ringer podcast Every Single Album: Taylor Swift with Nathan and Nora Princiotti, as well as Jay-Z selling Tidal to Square (50:00)....…Filed under:Plus, NBA second-half predictions, Bill’s thoughts on the new-look Knicks, and moreThe Ringer’s Bill Simmons is joined by Joe House to revisit the NBA MVP discussion and Joel Embiid. They talk MVP odds and some predictions for after the All-Star break (3:00). Then Bill and House are joined by Nathan Hubbard to discuss Tiger Woods’s serious car accident and his future in golf as well as the PGA Tour (40:00). Then Bill and Nathan discuss the new Ringer podcast Every Single Album: Taylor Swift with Nathan and Nora Princiotti, as well as Jay-Z selling Tidal to Square (50:00)....WW…
Celtics Panic and All-Star Arguments Galore With Kevin O’Connor
Filed under:Bill and Kevin talk the underwhelming Celtics, NBA All-Star ballots, and moreto discuss the Celtics’ underwhelming 13-13 season and what Boston can do to turn it around (2:30) before discussing their NBA All-Star ballots for the East (29:00) and West (1:06:00).Subscribe: / / /Plus, Evan goes on a soda rant and Jack asks why Seahawks fans booed Russell WilsonMatt and Craig give out their own awards for the winner of the night, the biggest snub, and the best and worst moment of the night, and discuss who has the brightest future after Monday night’s resultsPlus, JJ tells House and...…Filed under:Bill and Kevin talk the underwhelming Celtics, NBA All-Star ballots, and moreto discuss the Celtics’ underwhelming 13-13 season and what Boston can do to turn it around (2:30) before discussing their NBA All-Star ballots for the East (29:00) and West (1:06:00).Subscribe: / / /Plus, Evan goes on a soda rant and Jack asks why Seahawks fans booed Russell WilsonMatt and Craig give out their own awards for the winner of the night, the biggest snub, and the best and worst moment of the night, and discuss who has the brightest future after Monday night’s resultsPlus, JJ tells House and...WW…
Super Bowl Lessons and Super-duper-star Steph 2.0 With Kevin Clark and Logan Murdock
Filed under:Discussing the Buccaneers’ Super Bowl victory, Tampa Bay’s coaching, Steph Curry, the Warriors’ playoff chances this year, and much moreby Kevin Clark to discuss the Buccaneers’ Super Bowl victory, Tampa Bay’s coaching, upcoming free agents, the NFL salary cap, the QB carousel, and more (3:00). Then Bill talks with The Ringer’s Logan Murdock about Steph Curry, Logan’s time covering the Kevin Durant Warriors, the Warriors’ playoff chances this year, and more (45:30). Finally, Kevin Clark rejoins the podcast to discuss boxing and MMA (1:25:30).Subscribe: / / /A spoiler-free deep...…Filed under:Discussing the Buccaneers’ Super Bowl victory, Tampa Bay’s coaching, Steph Curry, the Warriors’ playoff chances this year, and much moreby Kevin Clark to discuss the Buccaneers’ Super Bowl victory, Tampa Bay’s coaching, upcoming free agents, the NFL salary cap, the QB carousel, and more (3:00). Then Bill talks with The Ringer’s Logan Murdock about Steph Curry, Logan’s time covering the Kevin Durant Warriors, the Warriors’ playoff chances this year, and more (45:30). Finally, Kevin Clark rejoins the podcast to discuss boxing and MMA (1:25:30).Subscribe: / / /A spoiler-free deep...WW…
Brooklyn Bliss, Draymond’s Dip, and CJ McCollum Stops By
Filed under:Bill talks to CJ about his tenure in Portland, bonding with Lillard, the oddity of the NBA bubble, McCollum’s injury, NBA media, and moreand the Warriors’ loss to the Celtics (2:30) before talking with Trail Blazers guard CJ McCollum about his tenure in Portland, bonding with Damian Lillard, the positive impact of Portland’s many playoff appearances, the oddity of the NBA bubble, McCollum’s injury, NBA media, and more (28:30).Subscribe: / / /Plus, Evan goes on a soda rant and Jack asks why Seahawks fans booed Russell WilsonMatt and Craig give out their own awards for the winner...…Filed under:Bill talks to CJ about his tenure in Portland, bonding with Lillard, the oddity of the NBA bubble, McCollum’s injury, NBA media, and moreand the Warriors’ loss to the Celtics (2:30) before talking with Trail Blazers guard CJ McCollum about his tenure in Portland, bonding with Damian Lillard, the positive impact of Portland’s many playoff appearances, the oddity of the NBA bubble, McCollum’s injury, NBA media, and more (28:30).Subscribe: / / /Plus, Evan goes on a soda rant and Jack asks why Seahawks fans booed Russell WilsonMatt and Craig give out their own awards for the winner...WW…
Jimmy Kimmel, Plus Red-Hot Million Dollar Picks With Peter Schrager
Filed under:Bill and Jimmy discuss what the end of Trump’s presidency and the start of Biden’s administration mean for TVto discuss Cousin Sal’s new book, You Can’t Lose Them All: Tales of a Degenerate Gambler and His Ridiculous Friends, what the end of the Trump presidency means for Jimmy Kimmel Live!, how SNL might address the Biden administration, the greatest pranks from Jimmy’s show, and more (2:20). Then Bill talks with Fox and NFL Network’s Peter Schrager about Packers-Buccaneers and Chiefs-Bills before giving out his Million-Dollar Picks for the NFL conference championship games...…Filed under:Bill and Jimmy discuss what the end of Trump’s presidency and the start of Biden’s administration mean for TVto discuss Cousin Sal’s new book, You Can’t Lose Them All: Tales of a Degenerate Gambler and His Ridiculous Friends, what the end of the Trump presidency means for Jimmy Kimmel Live!, how SNL might address the Biden administration, the greatest pranks from Jimmy’s show, and more (2:20). Then Bill talks with Fox and NFL Network’s Peter Schrager about Packers-Buccaneers and Chiefs-Bills before giving out his Million-Dollar Picks for the NFL conference championship games...WW…
Obsessions of the NBA Season Thus Far
Filed under:Chris is joined by Bill Simmons and NBC Sports Warriors reporter Kerith Burke to talk about the many NBA things they’re obsessed with this seasonto discuss early-season things that they are obsessed with, including Collin Sexton, chippy Kevin Durant, and more (01:00). Later, Chris is joined by NBC Sports Warriors reporter Kerith Burke to talk about the many reasons to obsess over the Warriors this season (24:00).Subscribe: / / /Wilson’s first game as a Bronco came with sloppy penalties, questionable decisions from his head coach, and an opponent in the Seahawks who looked better...…Filed under:Chris is joined by Bill Simmons and NBC Sports Warriors reporter Kerith Burke to talk about the many NBA things they’re obsessed with this seasonto discuss early-season things that they are obsessed with, including Collin Sexton, chippy Kevin Durant, and more (01:00). Later, Chris is joined by NBC Sports Warriors reporter Kerith Burke to talk about the many reasons to obsess over the Warriors this season (24:00).Subscribe: / / /Wilson’s first game as a Bronco came with sloppy penalties, questionable decisions from his head coach, and an opponent in the Seahawks who looked better...WW…
The Resurgent Knicks and NFL Playoff Picks With Mike Breen and Peter Schrager
Filed under:Plus: Bill gives out his Million-Dollar NFL Picksto talk about an optimistic start to the Knicks season, tales from the broadcast booth, and more (3:00). Then Bill talks with Peter Schrager of Fox Sports and NFL Network about Bill’s NFL Playoff Gambling Manifesto and to preview all the wild-card games, before Bill gives out his Million-Dollar NFL Picks (44:00).Listen to the full podcast below:Subscribe: / / /After a lengthy investigation, the league suspended the Phoenix Suns governor for a year and fined him $10 million, but should have done much moreJason and Austin discuss...…Filed under:Plus: Bill gives out his Million-Dollar NFL Picksto talk about an optimistic start to the Knicks season, tales from the broadcast booth, and more (3:00). Then Bill talks with Peter Schrager of Fox Sports and NFL Network about Bill’s NFL Playoff Gambling Manifesto and to preview all the wild-card games, before Bill gives out his Million-Dollar NFL Picks (44:00).Listen to the full podcast below:Subscribe: / / /After a lengthy investigation, the league suspended the Phoenix Suns governor for a year and fined him $10 million, but should have done much moreJason and Austin discuss...WW…
Brady’s Troubles and Herbert’s Ascent With Tony Romo. Plus, the John Belushi Doc With Jim Miller.
Filed under:Bill gives out his Million Dollar NFL Picksto discuss his post-NFL career, Tom Brady in Tampa Bay, how limited fan attendance can work to a defense’s advantage, Tua Tagovailoa, Lamar Jackson, Justin Herbert, Patrick Mahomes, Super Bowl sleepers, golf, and more (2:00). Then Bill gives out his Million Dollar NFL Picks (56:00) before talking with author James Andrew Miller about the Showtime documentary Belushi, including the copious amount of never-before-seen photos, letters, and videos, John Belushi’s impact on SNL, and more (1:05:00).Subscribe: / / /Matt and Craig give out...…Filed under:Bill gives out his Million Dollar NFL Picksto discuss his post-NFL career, Tom Brady in Tampa Bay, how limited fan attendance can work to a defense’s advantage, Tua Tagovailoa, Lamar Jackson, Justin Herbert, Patrick Mahomes, Super Bowl sleepers, golf, and more (2:00). Then Bill gives out his Million Dollar NFL Picks (56:00) before talking with author James Andrew Miller about the Showtime documentary Belushi, including the copious amount of never-before-seen photos, letters, and videos, John Belushi’s impact on SNL, and more (1:05:00).Subscribe: / / /Matt and Craig give out...WW…
Did the Lakers Scare Everyone Away? Was Detroit Drunk? Plus, More NBA Questions With Jackie MacMullan
Filed under:Jackie MacMullan joins Bill to discuss the latest NBA free-agency moves and trades as they look ahead to the upcoming NBA seasonto discuss a whirlwind of NBA free-agency moves and trades as they look ahead to the rapidly approaching NBA season (3:00). Then Bill gives out his Million-Dollar NFL Picks for the Thanksgiving games (1:30:00).Subscribe: / / /Matt and Craig give out their own awards for the winner of the night, the biggest snub, and the best and worst moment of the night, and discuss who has the brightest future after Monday night’s resultsPlus, JJ tells House and...…Filed under:Jackie MacMullan joins Bill to discuss the latest NBA free-agency moves and trades as they look ahead to the upcoming NBA seasonto discuss a whirlwind of NBA free-agency moves and trades as they look ahead to the rapidly approaching NBA season (3:00). Then Bill gives out his Million-Dollar NFL Picks for the Thanksgiving games (1:30:00).Subscribe: / / /Matt and Craig give out their own awards for the winner of the night, the biggest snub, and the best and worst moment of the night, and discuss who has the brightest future after Monday night’s resultsPlus, JJ tells House and...WW…
The NBA’s Murky Future With Ryen Russillo and Best Streaming TV/Movies With Wesley Morris
Filed under:Bill talks with Wesley about some new TV shows and movies, including ‘The Queen’s Gambit,’ ‘The Undoing,’ and moreto discuss the looming start date for the 2020-21 NBA season, the possibility of rewriting the CBA, the upcoming NBA draft, and more (3:00). Then Bill talks with Wesley Morris of The New York Times about some new TV shows and movies, including Netflix’s The Queen’s Gambit; HBO’s The Undoing, On the Rocks, starring Rashida Jones and Bill Murray, Aaron Sorkin’s The Trial of the Chicago 7; and Hulu’s horror-comedy Bad Hair (1:10:00).Subscribe: / / /While newcomers like...…Filed under:Bill talks with Wesley about some new TV shows and movies, including ‘The Queen’s Gambit,’ ‘The Undoing,’ and moreto discuss the looming start date for the 2020-21 NBA season, the possibility of rewriting the CBA, the upcoming NBA draft, and more (3:00). Then Bill talks with Wesley Morris of The New York Times about some new TV shows and movies, including Netflix’s The Queen’s Gambit; HBO’s The Undoing, On the Rocks, starring Rashida Jones and Bill Murray, Aaron Sorkin’s The Trial of the Chicago 7; and Hulu’s horror-comedy Bad Hair (1:10:00).Subscribe: / / /While newcomers like...WW…