Podcast · 199 episodes
The Bill Simmons Podcast, page 3
by The Ringer · English
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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Down Goes OKC! Spurs-Knicks is Here! What the Hell Just Happened? And What Does OKC Do Now? | With Zach LoweGame 7 Spurs vs. Thunder/OKC recap and what it means for OKC’s future; Spurs’ young core reaches the Finals; matchup implications for a Spurs–Knicks Finals.31 May 2026 · 1 h 37 min · 27 chapters
Game 7 Fever in OKC, NBA Lottery Reform, and a Mega-Mailbag With Rob Mahoney, David Jacoby, and Joe HouseBill Simmons and Rob Mahoney break down Spurs vs. Thunder Game 6 and what it means for Game 7, then pivot to NBA lottery reform and a mega-mailbag with Rob Mahoney, David Jacoby, and Joe House.29 May 2026 · 1 h 51 min · 34 chapters
A Spurs Fumble, CarusoMania, Brunson’s Mega-Rise and a Knicks Appreciation With Tim Legler and Brian KoppelmanPost–Game 5 NBA playoff discussion focused on the Spurs vs. Thunder series, why San Antonio missed a key chance, and a broader debate about whether the Knicks are now the best team in the playoffs…27 May 2026 · 1 h 45 min · 31 chapters
OKC Gets Wobbled, Cleveland’s Done, and Knicks Nirvana Is Here (Maybe) With Zach Lowe and Sean FennesseyThe episode is a live NBA postseason discussion focused on Oklahoma City vs. San Antonio (a Game 4 that “wobbled” OKC), plus what it means for the series going forward.25 May 2026 · 1 h 40 min · 35 chapters
The Red-Hot Knicks, OKC’s Beat-Up-Wemby Ploy, a Mini-Mailbag, and ‘Survivor 50’ | With Rob Mahoney, Jason Concepcion, and Mallory RubinNBA postseason talk—Knicks vs. Cavaliers (Knicks up 2-0, nine straight playoff wins), Spurs vs. Thunder (OKC’s physical strategy vs. Wemby, injuries like Fox and Jalen Williams), plus a mini-mailbag.22 May 2026 · 2 h 13 min · 60 chapters
An MSG Miracle, the Wemby Arrival Game, Tottenham’s Nadir, and 'Euphoria' Season 3 | With Joe House, Chris Ryan, Anthony Dabbundo, and Zoe SimmonsThe episode covers four main sports/TV topics: (1) a Crohn’s/ulcerative colitis drug ad for Tremphaya (topic: dosing, safety checks, and side effects), (2) the NBA conference finals Game 1 Knicks vs.20 May 2026 · 2 h 32 min · 59 chapters
An Epic Spurs-Thunder Series, Cleveland Survives, and the Knicks' Moment Is HERE With Zach LoweBill Simmons’ live podcast episode (with Zach Lowe) breaks down the Eastern Conference playoffs: Cleveland’s Game 7 win over Detroit to reach the conference finals, the Knicks’ home-court advantage,…18 May 2026 · 1 h 48 min · 38 chapters
Harden’s Moment, an NFL Schedule Glut, Owning the Jazz, and a Boston Sports Check-In—With Bryan Curtis, Bill’s Dad, and Ryan SmithA Boston sports check-in during NBA playoff Game 6 doubleheader (Cleveland-Detroit, San Antonio-Minnesota), plus a broader discussion of “peak sports TV” and the NFL’s increasingly aggressive…15 May 2026 · 2 h 54 min · 67 chapters
Wemby Gets Revenge, Morey’s Out, and a Trade-Fueled Mega-Mailbag With Kirk Goldsberry and David JacobyRecap of Spurs vs. Timberwolves Game 5, focusing on Victor Wembanyama’s return after being ejected in Game 4, San Antonio’s young-core momentum (Wemby, Stephon Castle, Dylan Harper), Minnesota’s…13 May 2026 · 2 h 4 min · 49 chapters
The Wizards Win (Something!) and More Lottery Reactions, Plus the Juggernaut Knicks With Joe House, Tate Frazier, and Chris VernonThe episode is a live reaction to the NBA lottery results, with a focus on Washington winning the top pick, Utah landing the second pick, and the Clippers getting a huge break at No.11 May 2026 · 1 h 46 min · 33 chapters
Five NBA Playoff Takes, Plus David Letterman’s First-Ever BS Pod Appearance (We Did It!!!)Bill Simmons opens with NBA playoff analysis, focusing on Oklahoma City’s depth and why the Lakers’ Game 2 loss (after shooting 50-40-90) still felt inevitable.8 May 2026 · 1 h 58 min · 49 chapters
NBA Lottery Karma Rankings, Jaylen’s Future, and a Blistering Wolves-Spurs Series With Nick WrightNBA offseason/lottery speculation and playoff analysis, focused on (1) Celtics collapse and Jalen Brown’s future, (2) whether Boston’s playoff strategy “adds variance” too often, (3) Giannis trade…6 May 2026 · 1 h 48 min · 35 chapters
Part 2: Cleveland Survives, Knicks-Sixers, and Whaddya Do for Denver, Houston, and Atlanta With Zach LoweRecap of Cleveland vs. Toronto Game 7 (Cavs advance), plus second-round NBA betting/series previews across the bracket (Detroit-Cleveland, Knicks-Sixers, Lakers-OKC, Wolves-Spurs, plus roster/cap…4 May 2026 · 1 h 12 min · 31 chapters
Part 1: Detroit’s Comeback, Philly’s Resurrection, and Celtics Questions With Zach LoweZach Lowe breaks down the NBA playoffs’ biggest surprises, focusing on Detroit’s comeback over Orlando (including Game 6’s collapse and Game 7’s Detroit win), and then pivots to Celtics–76ers,…4 May 2026 · 1 h 9 min · 25 chapters
Joker’s Out, and Boston Might Be Next. Plus, an MLB Cocktail Party and 'Survivor 50' With Rob Mahoney, Billy Gil, and Jason Concepcion.The hosts break down a bizarre NBA playoff night, focusing on Minnesota’s upset over Denver (Jokic and the Nuggets eliminated) and then pivoting to the Celtics’ collapse vs.1 May 2026 · 2 h 17 min · 63 chapters
Boston Gets Clocked, Round 1 Predictions, and a Mega-Mailbag With Chris Ryan and Joe HouseNBA playoff talk focused on Celtics-Sixers Game 5/6 outlook, Knicks-Hawks series recap, Spurs-Blazers elimination, plus “Mega-Mailbag” and several betting/odds segments (underdog choices, series…29 Apr 2026 · 2 h 2 min · 45 chapters
Embiid’s Return, Houston’s Weird Weekend, Joker’s Swoon, and a Knicks Gut Check With Zach LoweNBA playoff talk centered on the Lakers-Rockets series (Houston’s 25-point lead and defensive/turnover approach), the Celtics-Sixers series (Embiid’s return after appendicitis and Boston’s…27 Apr 2026 · 2 h · 44 chapters
NFL Draft Notes, Knicks and Nuggets Red Flags, Atlanta’s Moment, and Vrabel’s Mess | With Rob Mahoney and Sean FennesseyA wide-ranging sports night—NFL Draft reactions, plus NBA playoff analysis (Nuggets vs. Timberwolves, Raptors vs. Cavaliers, Knicks vs. Hawks, and broader “red flags”/title outlook).24 Apr 2026 · 1 h 37 min · 40 chapters
NBA Panic Rankings, NFL Draft Guesses, and a Michael Jackson Movie Review | With Todd McShay, Steve Muench, and Van LathanNBA “panic rankings” for the playoffs, including who’s most likely to be exposed if they lose; a preview of key matchups (Lakers-Rockets, Spurs-Portland, Pistons-Magic, Nuggets-Timberwolves,…22 Apr 2026 · 2 h 7 min · 55 chapters
A Magic Upset, a Lakers Surprise, Playoff Wemby, El Cheapo, Bill’s Award Flip, and Other Round 1 Notes With Zach LoweRound 1 playoff notes and upset talk across multiple series, focusing heavily on Orlando vs Detroit, plus Lakers vs Rockets, Spurs vs Portland (including Wemby), and other matchups.20 Apr 2026 · 2 h 5 min · 53 chapters
An NBA Playoff Preview With Doc Rivers, Plus Nick Khan on WrestleMania 42 and the Next Big WWE StarsAn NBA playoff preview and awards discussion with Doc Rivers, plus a wide-ranging conversation with WWE/boxing executive Nick Khan.17 Apr 2026 · 2 h 59 min · 77 chapters
Two Crazy Play-In Games, and 2026 NBA Awards Picks With Kirk Goldsberry and Joe HouseThe episode reacts to two NBA play-in games and then pivots into 2026 NBA awards and playoff betting talk. The hosts focus on Charlotte vs. Miami and Portland vs.15 Apr 2026 · 2 h 13 min · 54 chapters
The 30 Most Intriguing NBA Playoff Guys, With Zach LoweThe hosts break down what “Game 82” and the final day of the regular season changed in both conferences, then preview the most intriguing first-round matchups and play-in games.13 Apr 2026 · 2 h 12 min · 53 chapters
Tatum in NYC, MVP Questions, Best First-Round Matchups, and Kon Vs. Coop, With Tim LeglerNBA playoff preview and end-of-season matchups, focusing on Celtics–Knicks implications, MVP race talk, and the impact of Joel Embiid’s injury (appendicitis) on the first round.10 Apr 2026 · 2 h 3 min · 48 chapters