Brian talks to MassLive’s Chris Cotillo about the Red Sox’s offseason, the Chris Sale–for–Vaughn Grissom trade with the Braves, John Henry and Fenway Sports Group’s plan for the ball club, whether this could be Alex Cora’s last season as manager, and more (0:15). Brian and producer Jamie then end with some thoughts on the FSG’s stewardship of the Sox (46:45) ... Show More
Today
Some Concerns From the Celtics' Loss. Plus, Can Drake Continue to Carry the Pats?
Brian starts by recapping the Celtics’ loss to the Rockets on Monday night, and some concerning signs from some of the Celtics’ starting five (0:00). Then, he remarks at Drake Maye’s stellar play in recent weeks, but also the heavy load he is carrying with the injury-depleted Pat ... Show More
1h 33m
Yesterday
The Pats Beat the Dolphins, With James White
Brian recaps the Patriots' win in Miami, including a much better second half, another good Drake Maye game, and some more worrying injuries (0:00). Plus, he tries to make sense of A.J. Brown’s disappointing season so far. Then, he chats with three-time Super Bowl champion James W ... Show More
1h 12m
Oct 29
An Early Look at the C’s With Michael Pina. Plus, Pats-Dolphins Preview.
Brian opens up with his wish list for the upcoming Patriots-Dolphins game, and why the Pats should take care of business in Miami (0:00i. Then, he chats with The Ringer’s Michael Pina about the Celtics, their big-man rotation, Derrick White’s value, Paul George vs. Jaylen Brown, ... Show More
1h 28m
Oct 2018
Boston Beats L.A., Dodger Stadium Tales, and Guess the Lines With Cousin Sal | The Bill Simmons Podcast (Ep. 435)
HBO and The Ringer's Bill Simmons calls up Cousin Sal to discuss the Boston Red Sox winning another World Series, World Series MVP candidates, and tales from Dodger Stadium, before guessing the NFL lines for week 9.
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1h 32m
Jun 2025
The Celtics Blow It Up and More Predraft Story Lines With Chris Mannix
The Ringer’s Bill Simmons is joined by Chris Mannix to discuss the Celtics trading away Jrue Holiday and Kristaps Porzingis early in the offseason (2:36). Then, they talk about the Atlanta Hawks’ future, Achilles injuries, and the Kevin Durant trade (29:51). Finally, they discuss ... Show More
1h 17m
Nov 2017
‘Group Chat’ — Anti-Melo, Pro-Kristaps, and the Lavar Ball Conspiracy (Ep. 160)
The Ringer’s Chris Ryan, Justin Verrier, Haley O’Shaughnessy, and Paolo Uggetti discuss whether they are hyped or concerned about some teetering teams (1:59). Then they debate some hypothetical coach trades (29:19) and play another round of Take Tank (37:04).
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43m 52s
Oct 2025
Niners Magic, Schlitt Happens, a Red Sox Postmortem, the Seahawks Ceiling, and Week 5 NFL Picks With Kevin Hench and Joe House
The Ringer’s Bill Simmons is joined by Kevin Hench to react to the end of the Red Sox's season (5:43). Then, Joe House joins for their Ringer 107 picks for NFL Week 5 before discussing some early NBA bets (47:22). Host: Bill Simmons Guests: Kevin Hench and Joe House Producers: Ch ... Show More
1h 49m
May 2022
Phoenix Takes Charge, Brady’s TV Gig, and a Celts-Bucks Classic With Jonathan Tjarks, Bryan Curtis and Chris Mannix
The Ringer's Bill Simmons is joined by Jonathan Tjarks to discuss the Mavericks' Game 5 loss to the Suns, the Heat's runaway win over the 76ers, Warriors-Grizzlies, and more (2:42). Then, Bill talks with SI's Chris Mannix about the Bucks-Celtics series, why Boston's Game 4 win wa ... Show More
1h 34m
Aug 2018
Urban Meyer, the Little League World Series, John McCain, and the Red Sox Swoon with Mark Titus and JackO | The Bill Simmons Podcast (Ep. 406)
HBO and The Ringer's Bill Simmons talks with Mark Titus about his love for the Little League World Series, then he weighs in on the Urban Meyer–Ohio State issue. He then talks about athletes dealing with depression and other mental illness and how sports may respond to more and m ... Show More
1h 41m
May 2020
Coaches vs. Agents, the Keys to Negotiating, and Baseball’s Return With Sports Agent Scott Boras
Steve and Pete are joined by Pete’s former college housemate and baseball super agent Scott Boras to chat about helping players overcome fear, the similarities and differences between coaches and agents, and understanding how to negotiate for a player. Next they get into the nece ... Show More
44m 45s