HBO and The Ringer's Bill Simmons is joined by Jake Gyllenhaal to discuss auditioning for 'The Sandlot' (7:00), his new film 'Stronger' (13:00), shooting on set in Boston (24:00), role models in acting (30:00), 'Donnie Darko' (38:00), the social importance of 'Brokeback Mountain' (48:00), Heath Ledger's legacy (58:00), filming a sports movie in 'Southpaw' (1 ... Show More
Jul 20
Spain Prevails, World Cup Winners and Losers, and Damon Vs. Leo With Chris Ryan and Anthony Dabbundo
The Ringer’s Bill Simmons is joined by Chris Ryan and Anthony Dabbundo LIVE on Netflix to react to Spain defeating Argentina 1-0 to win the 2026 World Cup Final. Then, they discuss the winners and losers of the World Cup before comparing the careers of Matt Damon and Leonardo DiC ... Show More
1h 50m
Jul 16
Messi Takes England Out of the World Cup, Plus Preparing for Christopher Nolan’s 'The Odyssey' With Ian Wright, Anthony Dabbundo, and Sean Fennessey
In this special episode of The Bill Simmons Podcast, guest host Chris Ryan is joined by Arsenal legend Ian Wright to react to Argentina defeating England 2-1 in the World Cup semifinals. Then, Anthony Dabbundo joins the pod to preview the World Cup final between Spain and Argenti ... Show More
1h 51m
Jul 12
Chuck Klosterman on the Cinema Revival, Sports Tsars, Owners and Commissioners, Analytics, U.S. Soccer Groundhog Day, and State of Reading
The Ringer’s Bill Simmons is joined by Chuck Klosterman to discuss why soccer has not taken off in the U.S. the same way other sports have. Then, they talk sports commissioners, eras of owners, evolving ticket prices for movies, and much more! (0:00) Intro (2:25) Soccer in the U. ... Show More
2h 5m
Feb 2017
Ep. 77: The QB-AP Carousel With Bill Simmons and Mike Lombardi
HBO and The Ringer's Bill Simmons and Mike Lombardi discuss Adrian Peterson's future (6:00), under-the-radar teams for Romo (12:00), the next Dak Prescott (17:00), Jimmy Garoppolo trade destinations (21:00), and Patriots free agents (26:00).
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30m 57s
Mar 2024
Ant Goes Superman, Nabers Vs. Harrison, and J.J. McCarthy Trade Ups With Todd McShay. Plus, Actor Ben Mendelsohn Joins!
Russillo starts the show by breaking down Anthony Edwards's dunk and remembering a time when dunks meant more (0:43). Then he’s joined by Todd McShay to discuss his newest mock draft, explain why another Vikings move is coming, and compare Marvin Harrison Jr. to Malik Nabers (15: ... Show More
1h 48m
Apr 2025
‘Good Will Hunting’ Live From Boston With Bill Simmons, Ryen Russillo, Chris Ryan, and Sean Fennessey
Live from the House of Blues in Boston, The Ringer’s Bill Simmons, Ryen Russillo, Chris Ryan, and Sean Fennessey gotta see about a pod after rewatching the 1997 Boston classic, ‘Good Will Hunting’—starring Matt Damon, Ben Affleck, Minnie Driver, and Robin Williams. Watch this vid ... Show More
1h 53m
May 2025
Inside the Drawing Room, Lottery Reactions, and Heartbreak for Boston With Bill Simmons
Zach is in Chicago to give a first-hand account of last night’s NBA draft lottery, but first he’s joined by Bill Simmons to discuss the unfortunate injury to Jayson Tatum (0:46). Then, Zach gives a behind-the-scenes look at what went down in the drawing room (20:28) and what come ... Show More
1h 3m
<p> </p><p>Actor Jake Gyllenhaal feels so many things about being Conan O’Brien’s friend.</p><p> </p><p>Jake sits down with Conan to talk about kindness in entertainment, shooting his new film <i>The Guilty</i> on a contained set, and why performance is so integral in maintaining ... Show More
