The Bill Simmons Podcast

The Ringer’s Bill Simmons is joined by Rob Mahoney to react to the Knicks-Pistons and Nuggets-Clippers playoff matchups on Thursday (2:22). Then, Bill talks with Joanna Robinson about TV shows in 2025 (48:24). Finally, legendary sportswriter Bob Ryan joins to talk about Anthony Edwards, the Celtics, and more! (01:27:00)

Host: Bill Simmons

Guests: Rob Mahoney, Joanna Robinson, and Bob Ryan

Producers: Chia Hao Tat and Eduardo Ocampo

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The Ringer’s Bill Simmons is joined by Kirk Goldsberry to react to Tuesday's NBA playoff games, discuss Giannis’s future, and more (3:28). Then, Bill chats with Zach Lowe about Draymond Green and his unique career with the Warriors (53:03).

Host: Bill Simmons

Guests: Zach Lowe and Kirk Goldsberry

Producers: Chia Hao Tat, Eduardo Ocampo, and Conor Nevins

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The Ringer’s Bill Simmons is joined by Ryen Russillo to react to all the NBA playoff games over the weekend (3:02). Then, Van Lathan Jr. joins to talk Game 4 of the Lakers-Timberwolves series, and Shedeur Sanders finally getting drafted in the fifth round by the Browns (01:17:32).

Host: Bill Simmons

Guests: Van Lathan Jr. and Ryen Russillo

Producers: Chia Hao Tat, Eduardo Ocampo, and Steve Ceruti

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The Ringer’s Bill Simmons reacts to the NFL Draft before being joined by Steve Ceruti and Van Lathan (2:08). Then, Chris Ryan and Rob Mahoney hops on to talk Thunder-Grizzlies, Nuggets-Clippers, and other NBA playoffs matchups (48:55).

Host: Bill Simmons

Guest: Chris Ryan, Rob Mahoney and Van Lathan

Producers: Chia Hao Tat, Eduardo Ocampo, and Steve Ceruti

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The Ringer’s Bill Simmons talks about going to Game 2 of the playoff series between the Lakers and the Timberwolves (2:29). Then, Bill is joined by Zach Lowe to discuss what-ifs regarding Kawhi Leonard and the Clippers' matchup with the Nuggets (17:56). Finally, Bill talks all things NFL draft with Peter Schrager (01:03:00).

Host: Bill Simmons

Guest: Zack Lowe and Peter Schrager

Producers: Chia Hao Tat, Jessie Lopez, and Steve Ceruti

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The Ringer’s Bill Simmons is joined by Ryen Russillo to react (and possibly overreact) to all the NBA Playoff games (2:18).

Host: Bill Simmons

Guest: Ryen Russillo

Producers: Chia Hao Tat, Chris Sutton, and Steve Ceruti

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The Ringer’s Bill Simmons is joined by Rob Mahoney and Chris Ryan to talk about the playoff matchups they’re most excited about before they discuss their NBA awards picks (2:45). Then, Brian Windhorst joins to discuss Luka, international basketball, LeBron, and much more (1:22:09).

Host: Bill Simmons

Guests: Rob Mahoney, Chris Ryan, and Brian Windhorst

Producers: Chia Hao Tat, Jessie Lopez, and Steve Ceruti

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The Ringer’s Bill Simmons is joined by Kirk Goldsberry to react to the Grizzlies-Warriors/Hawks-Magic play-in games before discussing shooting stats and NBA awards (2:10). Then, Bill chats with WWE president Nick Khan about the future of wrestling and more (56:59).

Host: Bill Simmons

Guests: Kirk Goldsberry and Nick Khan

Producers: Chia Hao Tat, Jessie Lopez, and Steve Ceruti

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The Ringer’s Bill Simmons is joined by Ryen Russillo right after Rory McIlroy’s wild win at the Masters to discuss Rory finally getting the monkey off his back and the ridiculous pressure that comes with the sport of golf (2:22). Next, they break down the final day of the NBA regular season, discussing whether they believe in the Clippers, the Warriors' path, a full look at the playoff matchups in the East and West, and maybe a surprising lean on the MVP race (31:35).

Host: Bill Simmons

Guest: Ryen Russillo

Producers: Steve Ceruti, Ronak Nair, Jonathan Frias, and Jessie Lopez

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The Ringer's Bill Simmons is joined by Joe House to discuss the Grizzlies' significant loss to the Timberwolves as the regular season comes down to the wire, and the most fun first round western conference matchups, and Luka Doncic returning to Dallas with the Lakers (2:16). Then Bill, House and Nathan Hubbard discuss Round 1 of the Masters, the top 4 gallery-favorite golfers this year, before trying to figure out who the golfer of the decade is (28:59). Finally Bill, Dave Chang, Cousin Sal, and James "Baby Doll" Dixon recount some of Thursday's highlights while they were at Augusta National, run through the greatest hits of Sal's many pranks, and dive deeper into the legend of Baby Doll (55:24).

Host: Bill Simmons

Guests:Joe House, Nathan Hubbard, Cousin Sal, Dave Chang, and James "Baby Doll" Dixon

Producers: Kyle Crichton, Ronak Nair, and Jonathan Frias

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