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The Bill Simmons Podcast

The Ringer

Sports

Frequency: 1 episode/2d. Total Eps: 1599

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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Apple Podcasts

🇨🇦 Canada - sports
06/07/2026
#5
🇨🇦 Canada - General
06/07/2026
#52
🇬🇧 Great Britain - sports
06/07/2026
#50
🇩🇪 Germany - sports
06/07/2026
#66
🇺🇸 USA - sports
06/07/2026
#2
🇺🇸 USA - General
06/07/2026
#26
🇨🇦 Canada - sports
05/07/2026
#4
🇨🇦 Canada - General
05/07/2026
#31
🇬🇧 Great Britain - sports
05/07/2026
#34
🇩🇪 Germany - sports
05/07/2026
#45

Spotify

🇨🇦 Canada - top-podcasts
06/07/2026
#33
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🇬🇧 Great Britain - sports
06/07/2026
#39
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🇨🇦 Canada - trending
06/07/2026
#38
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🇺🇸 USA - top-podcasts
06/07/2026
#15
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🇺🇸 USA - sports
06/07/2026
#1
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🇺🇸 USA - trending
06/07/2026
#33
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🇬🇧 Great Britain - sports
05/07/2026
#42
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🇺🇸 USA - trending
05/07/2026
#39
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🇺🇸 USA - sports
05/07/2026
#2
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🇬🇧 Great Britain - sports
04/07/2026
#48
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https://fanduel.com/playwithaplan
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http://theringer.com/RG
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https://linkedin.com/simmonsbill
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https://www.linkedin.com/simmons
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https://linkedin.com/simmons
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Guess the Lines (Year 18!) and Favorite NFL Futures With Cousin Sal

lundi 2 septembre 2024 • Duration 01:36:32

The Ringer's Bill Simmons is joined by Cousin Sal to run through their favorite futures bets for the 2024-25 NFL season (2:39) before guessing the lines for NFL Week 1 (49:52). Then they close the show with Parent Corner (1:22:09). Host: Bill Simmons Guest: Cousin Sal Producer: Kyle Crichton The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit www.rg-help.com to learn more about the resources and helplines available. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Annual NFC Over/Unders With Cousin Sal

jeudi 29 août 2024 • Duration 01:25:51

The Ringer's Bill Simmons is joined by Cousin Sal to run through the expected win totals of every NFC team and make their over/under picks. NFC East (2:04) NFC North (25:52) NFC South (46:44) NFC West (1:02:54) Host: Bill Simmons Guest: Cousin Sal Producer: Kyle Crichton The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit www.rg-help.com to learn more about the resources and helplines available. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Biden Drops Out, a USA Hoops Six-Pack, and ‘Heat 2’ Ideas With Bryan Curtis, Tara Palmeri, Sean Fennessey, and Chris Ryan

dimanche 21 juillet 2024 • Duration 01:33:55

The Ringer's Bill Simmons is joined by Bryan Curtis and Puck’s Tara Palmeri to discuss President Joe Biden’s sudden announcement that he’s no longer running for reelection (02:11). They dive into what’s next for the Democratic party, whether Vice President Kamala Harris will become the next candidate, Biden’s crumbling inner circle, how Donald Trump’s campaign could shift, and so much more. Next, Bill does a six-pack NBA observation that includes his thoughts on Team USA, Joel Embiid, Jaylen Brown, and more (42:43). Also, Bill is joined by The Ringer's own Sean Fennessey and Chris Ryan to discuss some of their ideas for ‘Heat 2’ (01:11:04). Host: Bill Simmons Guests: Bryan Curtis, Tara Palmeri, Sean Fennessey, and Chris Ryan Producers: Steve Ceruti and Jessie Lopez Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

A Dallas Downer, Buffalo’s Revival, Pats Sabotage Ideas, and a Lamar/SGA MVP Ticket With Cousin Sal

lundi 18 décembre 2023 • Duration 01:46:42

The Ringer's Bill Simmons is joined by Cousin Sal to discuss the Cowboys' discouraging loss to the Bills, and Jaguars-Ravens (1:39), before talking Bears-Browns, Vikings-Bengals, Packers-Buccaneers, Patriots-Chiefs, a messy Panthers win over the Falcons, Steelers-Colts, the end of the Giants and Jets' playoff hopes, and Commanders-Rams (20:27). Then, they guess the lines for NFL Week 16 and say farewell to Chargers HC Brandon Staley (48:40), before closing the show with Parent Corner (1:27:14). Host: Bill Simmons Guest: Cousin Sal Producer: Kyle Crichton Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Cousin Sal's SB 52 Primer and J.K. Simmons on The Greatness of 'Oz' (Ep. 319)

lundi 29 janvier 2018 • Duration 01:48:24

HBO and The Ringer's Bill Simmons is joined by Cousin Sal to discuss surefire Super Bowl prop bets (10:00), LeBron's Lakers odds (20:00), Ronda Rousey at Royal Rumble (34:00), and another edition of "Parent Corner" (38:00). Then, Oscar-winning actor J.K. Simmons joins to discuss HBO's first great drama, 'Oz' (54:00), Kevin Costner's magical arm in 'For Love of the Game,' and the making of 'Whiplash' (1:24:00). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Jalen Rose Reunion Special (Ep. 318)

jeudi 25 janvier 2018 • Duration 01:57:20

HBO and The Ringer's Bill Simmons reunites with Jalen Rose to discuss the origins of The Fab Five (5:00), Jalen's rise at ESPN (14:00), 'The Grantland Basketball Hour' (30:00), the NBA All-Star draft (36:00), LeBron's longevity in the East (1:01:00), Kawhi Leonard's situation on the Spurs (1:16:00), Coach K's new sales pitch (1:28:00), and the best NBA Finals cities (1:40:00). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Hand of Brady and Special Guest Tony Romo (Ep. 317)

lundi 22 janvier 2018 • Duration 01:19:08

HBO and The Ringer's Bill Simmons is joined by Cousin Sal to discuss the Eagles' dominating victory over the Vikings (4:00), Doug Pederson's playoff performance (10:00), the return of Chris Berman (14:00), the Pats' game-winning plays (22:00), the largest Super Bowl spread in nine years (28:00), Danny Amendola's clutch catches (32:00), and the Pats' lack of penalties (41:00). Then, former Cowboys quarterback and current CBS commentator Tony Romo joins to give his thoughts on his first year in the booth (44:00) and the end of the golden age of quarterbacks (51:00). Finally, Bill and Sal wrap it all up with another edition of "Parent Corner" (1:03:00). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Greta Gerwig and Saoirse Ronan of 'Lady Bird,’ Plus Francesa Fridays (Ep. 316)

vendredi 19 janvier 2018 • Duration 01:31:55

HBO and The Ringer’s Bill Simmons is joined by ‘Lady Bird’ writer-director Greta Gerwig and star Saoirse Ronan to discuss the reception of the film (02:00), the enjoyment of making a coming-of-age story (10:00), and the timing of its release in today’s current climate (34:00). Then, Mike Francesa joins Bill to discuss the unbelievable end to the Vikings-Saints game (51:30), Tom Brady's injured hand (53:30), the most shocking in-game playoff football moments (59:00), their predictions (01:06:45), and the best possible story line for the Super Bowl (01:18:00). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Western Conference All-Stars With Zach Lowe (Ep. 315)

mercredi 17 janvier 2018 • Duration 01:18:33

HBO and The Ringer's Bill Simmons is joined by Zach Lowe of ESPN to discuss the angriest NBA fan base (02:00), locks for the Western Conference All-Star starting lineup (04:30), Anthony Davis vs. Karl-Anthony Towns (19:30), the Cavs potentially trading for Boogie Cousins (34:00), their current All-Defense first team (55:45), if the Rockets are legitimate (58:30), the Isaiah Thomas–Paul Pierce drama (01:07:00), and the most bizarre story in the NBA (01:11:15). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Minnesota's Miracle and BortlesMania With Cousin Sal (Ep. 314)

lundi 15 janvier 2018 • Duration 01:10:20

HBO and The Ringer's Bill Simmons is joined by Cousin Sal to discuss Stefon Diggs's miracle catch in Minnesota (5:00), the Vikings' destiny potential (15:00), the Falcons' poor play-calling (24:00), Mike Tomlin's miscues (30:00), the league's lack of big-name quarterbacks (40:00), Tom Brady defying age limitations (48:00), Jaguars-Pats (52:00), Vikings-Eagles (58:00), and another edition of "Parent Corner" (1:04:00). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices