The Bill Simmons Podcast
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.
Episodes
The Ringer’s Bill Simmons is joined by Joe House to react to the ‘TNF’ matchup between the Commanders and Packers (3:16). Then, Chris Ryan and Jason Concepcion join to discuss realistic punishment for the Clippers' scandal (21:32). Finally, House returns for Week 2 of the Ringer 107 picks (58:16).
Host: Bill Simmons
Guests: Joe House, Chris Ryan, and Jason Concepcion
Producers: Chia Hao Tat, Eduardo Ocampo, and Steve Ceruti
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The Ringer’s Bill Simmons and Van Lathan Jr. are joined by Bryan Curtis to discuss Arch Manning, college football, media storylines, and more (3:39). Then, Chris Mannix joins to talk about the Steve Ballmer scandal (51:40) and the Crawford-Canelo fight (01:17:05).
Host: Bill Simmons
Guests: Van Lathan Jr., Bryan Curtis, and Chris Mannix
Producers: Chia Hao Tat, Eduardo Ocampo, and Steve Ceruti
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September 8, 2025 • 92 mins
The Ringer’s Bill Simmons is joined by Cousin Sal to react to Week 1 of the NFL season before guessing the lines for Week 2 and closing with Parent Corner (3:08).
Host: Bill Simmons
Guest: Cousin Sal
Producers: Chia Hao Tat, Eduardo Ocampo, and Steve Ceruti
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September 5, 2025 • 98 mins
The Ringer’s Bill Simmons is joined by Joe House to react to the Eagles-Cowboys 'TNF' game (3:19). Then, they talk about their Ringer 107 picks for the week (22:50), before discussing the Kawhi Leonard–Clippers scandal (1:22:29).
Host: Bill Simmons
Guest: Joe House
Producers: Chia Hao Tat, Eduardo Ocampo, and Steve Ceruti
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September 3, 2025 • 75 mins
The Ringer’s Bill Simmons is joined by Peter Schrager to talk about various NFL story lines ahead of the new season (3:00).
Host: Bill Simmons
Guest: Peter Schrager
Producers: Chia Hao Tat, Eduardo Ocampo, and Steve Ceruti
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September 2, 2025 • 97 mins
The Ringer’s Bill Simmons is joined by Charles Barkley to make his annual NFL champion pick before discussing the second apron, the “best NBA player” argument, Barkley's ESPN partnership, and much more (3:53)!
Host: Bill Simmons
Guest: Charles Barkley
Producers: Chia Hao Tat, Eduardo Ocampo, and Steve Ceruti
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August 31, 2025 • 110 mins
The Ringer’s Bill Simmons is joined by Cousin Sal to react to the Micah Parsons trade (3:47), before the return of Guess the Lines Week 1 and Parent Corner (24:51). Finally, Bill and Sal have an NFL futures draft (01:13:56).
Host: Bill Simmons
Guest: Cousin Sal
Producers: Chia Hao Tat, Eduardo Ocampo, and Steve Ceruti
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August 28, 2025 • 80 mins
The Ringer’s Bill Simmons is joined by Cousin Sal for Part 2 of their annual NFL over/unders pod ahead of the new season.
NFC East (2:43)
NFC North (25:45)
NFC South (45:41)
NFC West (01:00:51)
Host: Bill Simmons
Guest: Cousin Sal
Producers: Chia Hao Tat, Eduardo Ocampo, and Steve Ceruti
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August 28, 2025 • 88 mins
The Ringer’s Bill Simmons is joined by Cousin Sal for Part 1 of their annual NFL over/unders pod ahead of the new season.
AFC East (4:56)
AFC North (29:48)
AFC South (47:53)
AFC West (01:04:25)
Host: Bill Simmons
Guests: Cousin Sal
Producers: Chia Hao Tat, Eduardo Ocampo, and Steve Ceruti
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August 25, 2025 • 120 mins
The Ringer’s Bill Simmons is joined by Kyle Brandt and Joe House to classify their NFL teams as classic action movies (3:10).
Host: Bill Simmons
Guests: Kyle Brandt and Joe House
Producers: Chia Hao Tat, Eduardo Ocampo, and Steve Ceruti
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August 21, 2025 • 123 mins
The Ringer’s Bill Simmons is joined by Danny Heifetz, Danny Kelly, and Craig Horlbeck for their annual "My Guy" Fantasy Football Draft (1:49).
Host: Bill Simmons
Guests: Danny Heifetz, Danny Kelly, and Craig Horlbeck
Producers: Chia Hao Tat and Eduardo Ocampo
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August 14, 2025 • 145 mins
The Ringer’s Bill Simmons is joined by Danny Kelly of The Ringer Fantasy Football Show to discuss the preseason NFL hype (2:54). Then, Spike Lee joins to talk Knicks; Denzel Washington; his new film, ‘Highest 2 Lowest’; and much more (01:02:09)!
Host: Bill Simmons
Guests: Danny Kelly and Spike Lee
Producers: Chia Hao Tat and Eduardo Ocampo
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The Ringer’s Bill Simmons is joined by Ariel Helwani to react to the news of UFC landing a blockbuster streaming deal with Paramount and discuss what it means for the fans, the fighters, and the company (3:01). Then, Bryan Curtis and Cousin Sal join to talk about the new Cowboys documentary, 'America’s Team: The Gambler and His Cowboys,' and reminisce about the early-’90s Cowboys (49:55).
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August 11, 2025 • 129 mins
Bill is joined by Sheil Kapadia to catch up on the Eagles, and to discuss Bill’s NFL Quarterback Pyramid ahead of the 2025 season (3:50). Then, Kevin Wildes joins to talk about male friendships and the Patriots, before discussing more half-baked ideas! (01:03:44).
Host: Bill Simmons
Guests: Sheil Kapadia and Kevin Wildes
Producers: Chia Hao Tat and Eduardo Ocampo
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August 3, 2025 • 100 mins
Bill is joined by Dianna Russini to talk about having kids before discussing year two of Caleb Williams and looking at the Broncos (10:46). Then, they talk about Micah Parsons and concerns for the Browns (43:14). Finally, they discuss Tom Brady's involvement with the Raiders, trusting Mike Vrabel, Aaron Rodgers, and more (01:05:26)!
Host: Bill Simmons
Guest: Dianna Russini
Producers: Chia Hao Tat and Eduardo Ocampo
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Bill discusses the Red Sox and news of Adam Silver’s NBA European league venture (2:50). Then, Bill is joined by WWE superstar Cody Rhodes to talk about his wrestling career, his father, and much more (13:52)!
Host: Bill Simmons
Guest: Cody Rhodes
Producers: Chia Hao Tat and Eduardo Ocampo
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The Ringer’s Bill Simmons is joined by Joe House to discuss their favorite NFL futures (2:19). Then, Jack-O joins to discuss the Yankees, Scottie Scheffler, ‘Happy Gilmore 2’, and true crime documentaries (41:13). Finally, David Shoemaker joins to remember the late Hulk Hogan and his lasting impact on the world of wresting (01:27:02).
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Guests: Joe House, Jack-O, and David Shoemaker
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July 23, 2025 • 103 mins
The Ringer’s Bill Simmons is joined by Zach Lowe fresh off Summer League to discuss the hottest NBA news, including rumors of a new international basketball league, the Pelicans, and the Kings (3:17). They also react to the Clippers making some significant offseason moves and L.A. being a possible landing spot for Giannis in the future (30:13). Finally, they talk about the Heat in the upcoming season, LeBron James, and more (55:04)...
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July 20, 2025 • 121 mins
The Ringer’s Bill Simmons is joined by Matthew Belloni to talk about CBS cancelling ‘The Late Show With Stephen Colbert’ and what that means for the future of TV (2:50). Then, Nate Tice joins ahead of the NFL season to talk about the teams that could jump a level, before discussing the Timberwolves (51:11).
Host: Bill Simmons
Guests: Matthew Belloni and Nate Tice
Producers: Chia Hao Tat and Eduardo Ocampo
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July 13, 2025 • 89 mins
The Ringer’s Bill Simmons is joined by Van Lathan Jr. to talk about Joseph Kosinski’s ‘F1’ film, starring Brad Pitt and Damson Idris (2:16), before discussing Pitt’s acting career. Then, Charles Holmes joins the pod to try to convince Bill to watch James Gunn’s ‘Superman’ (59:01).
Host: Bill Simmons
Guests: Van Lathan Jr. and Charles Holmes
Producers: Chia Hao Tat and Eduardo Ocampo
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