logo
episode-header-image
Jun 2020
1h 48m

Goodell’s 180, Biden’s VP, Old-School Fo...

The Ringer
About this episode

The Ringer's Bill Simmons is joined by attorney, author, and political commentator Bakari Sellers to discuss the "perfect storm" that mobilized the current Black Lives Matter movement; people and organizations making statements, including Roger Goodell, LeBron James, and Patrick Mahomes; some history behind the civil rights movement; the political climate leading up to the 2020 presidential election; Bakari's book, 'My Vanishing Country'; and more (1:55). Then Bill talks with stand-up comedian, writer, and actor Bill Burr to discuss the pre–Super Bowl football era, the unwritten rule book in hockey known as "the code," taking a break from stand-up during the pandemic, his new movie 'The King of Staten Island,' working with Judd Apatow and Pete Davidson, and more (49:19).


'My Vanishing Country' by Bakari Sellers

Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Up next
Jul 7
The Bleakest NBA Team Situations (Next 5 Years) With Ryen Russillo
The Ringer’s Bill Simmons is joined by Ryen Russillo to react to the latest NBA free agency news (1:50). Then, they break down the teams with the worst roster situations in the East and the West (18:40). Finally, they discuss LeBron’s situation with the Lakers, Deandre Ayton, and ... Show More
1h 46m
Jul 2
Milwaukee’s Crazy and Other NBA Summer Takeaways With Rob Mahoney, Plus a Boston Sports Check-In With Bill’s Dad
The Ringer’s Bill Simmons is joined by Rob Mahoney to react to NBA free agency with major moves from the Bucks, Rockets, and Lakers (2:01). Then, they talk about the positive offseason for the Nuggets and the Hawks, before discussing the Pacers, Celtics, and Pistons (31:47). Afte ... Show More
1h 55m
Jun 30
The NBA Summer Movement Preview With Ryen Russillo
The Ringer’s Bill Simmons is joined by Ryen Russillo to discuss the upcoming NBA free agency, plus some big deals that already came from the Rockets and Timberwolves (2:07). Then, they talk about their favorite free agents, Yang Hansen, and the Collin Sexton trade (35:33). Finall ... Show More
2h 6m
Recommended Episodes
Feb 2025
Colin Cowherd Podcast - Steph Curry The Most Impactful Athlete Ever? ESPN Dumps MLB, WNBA Needs To Embrace Caitlin Clark,
Colin’s joined by Ethan Strauss, sportswriter and host of the “House of Strauss” podcast! They start by talking about the revival of the Golden State Warriors brand to now being considered one of the top 5 most valuable franchises, debate how much of that valuation can be attribu ... Show More
1h 5m
Jan 2025
Colin Cowherd Podcast - NFL Playoff Predictions, Mike McCarthy To Bears? Unruly Fans, NBA Desperately Needs Changes
Colin’s joined by Danny Parkins, host of “Breakfast Ball” on FS1! They start by debating whether Mike McCarthy is the head coach that makes the most sense to lead the Chicago Bears and turn around the career of Caleb Williams (3:30), and whether the McCaskey family would ever be ... Show More
59m 7s
Mar 2024
Commanders Head Coach Dan Quinn, Lebron Hits 40K, The Patriots Documentary Is A Hit Piece On Belichick And Monday Reading
Lebron has hit 40k points and we talk about what he means to the NBA. Caitlyn Clark breaks the record for points in NCAA Basketball (00:00:00-00:27:54). We talk Combine stories and how Joe Milton should probably go 1-1 (00:27:54-00:38:53). The Patriots documentary has become a ve ... Show More
1h 50m
Jul 2024
Colin Cowherd Podcast - Biden Drops Out, TNT Fights To Keep The NBA, Jets ARE NOT Winning The Super Bowl
Colin starts by giving his take on the historic decision made by Joe Biden to step aside from the presidential contest, and he gives his thoughts on the Democrats’ bench of political talent. (3:30) Then he reacts to the breaking news that TNT has matched the bid required to keep ... Show More
23m 19s
Feb 2025
Adam Schefter, Reporter Fights In Indy, National Sports Podcast News + Fyre Fest
We have a reporter fight in Indy and PFT was on the scene with the intel in Jordan Schultz vs Ian Rapaport (00:00:0000:24:42). Pat Riley stole LeBron’s cookies and that’s why the Heat broke up (00:24:42-00:33:15). National Sports Podcast News talking college basketball and NFL te ... Show More
2h 11m
Oct 2020
Bill Burr Makes SNL Great Again
This week Andrew, Akaash, AlexxMedia, and Mark discuss Bill Burr on SNL, IG Thots can't be feminists, why Lebron thinks he's better than Jordan, only republicans can catch corona, Dak Prescott won't be re-signed by the Cowboys, and much more. INDULGE! Want an extra episode a week ... Show More
2h 4m
Apr 16
3 & Out - Who is on the trading block, where will Shedeur Sanders land, Go Low
John dives into how teams approach the NFL Draft from a trading perspective and how the way the draft plays out, plays a major role into teams starting to trade for players. Next, John discusses the latest with Derek Carr and the very odd situation surrounding his "injury".  Next ... Show More
1h 10m
Oct 2024
Adam Ray Details Joe Biden & Donald Trump 'Kill Tony' Showdown with Shane Gillis
Recorded: October 21st, 2024 Episode 299 of Bussin' With The Boys Featuring Stand-Up Comedian, Adam Ray! Adam joins Will Compton and Taylor Lewan in Nashville, Tennessee to discuss his breakout 2023 & 2024 performances on shows such as Kill Tony and Dr. Phil Live! Adam is a USC g ... Show More
3h 3m
Feb 2025
The Definitive Western Conference Finals Contenders, Cavs-Celtics Battle & Legendary Sonny Vaccaro Stories
Brian Windhorst is joined by ESPN's Tim Bontemps and Tim MacMahon to dish out the teams that truly have a chance to get to the NBA Finals from the Western Conference, break down and interesting statement from Gregg Popovich and preview a potentially telling matchup between the Ca ... Show More
59m 35s
Jul 2024
Colin Cowherd Podcast - Berhalter Out From USMNT, TNT NEEDS To Keep The NBA, Presidential Debate Fallout
Colin’s back from vacation with plenty of fresh takes! He starts by reacting to the news that USMNT coach Greg Berhalter has been relieved of his duties following an early round exit of the Copa America despite a young roster that hasn’t entered its prime (5:00). He implores TNT ... Show More
31m 45s