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 Sponsored by YahooFantasy #YahooPartner. Play Now at yahoofantasy.com/promo 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

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 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 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). Host: Bill Simmons Guests: Joe House, Jack-O, and David Shoemaker Producers: Chia Hao Tat and Eduardo Ocampo Post your job today at linkedin.com/simmons 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 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). Host: Bill Simmons Guest: Zach Lowe Producers: Chia Hao Tat and Eduardo Ocampo 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 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 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 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 This episode is presented by State Farm®. Dishing the assists you need off the court. State Farm® with the Assist. 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 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 more (01:15:06). Host: Bill Simmons Guest: Ryen Russillo Producers: Chia Hao Tat and Eduardo Ocampo Play for an ULTRA today, available on Doordash! ENJOY RESPONSIBLY ©️ 2025 ANHEUSER-BUSCH, MICHELOB ULTRA®️ LIGHT BEER, ST. LOUIS, MO. 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 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). After that, they have an “Atrocious GM Summit” to discuss the teams making the worst moves and more (59:13). Finally, Bill’s dad joins the pod to discuss the Celtics next season (01:25:13). Host: Bill Simmons Guests: Rob Mahoney and Bill’s dad Producers: Chia Hao Tat and Eduardo Ocampo Play for an ULTRA today, available on Doordash! ENJOY RESPONSIBLY ©️ 2025 ANHEUSER-BUSCH, MICHELOB ULTRA®️ LIGHT BEER, ST. LOUIS, MO. 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 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). Finally, they talk about the possibility of a LeBron trade, the Pelicans’ mess, and the most desperate teams (49:44). Host: Bill Simmons Guest: Ryen Russillo Producers: Chia Hao Tat and Eduardo Ocampo This episode is presented by State Farm®. Dishing the assists you need off the court. State Farm® with the Assist. 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 Ringer’s Bill Simmons is joined by Joe House and J. Kyle Mann live after the first round of the 2025 NBA draft to break down the lottery picks and draft-night moves (3:05). Host: Bill Simmons Guests: Joe House and J. Kyle Mann Producers: Chia Hao Tat and Eduardo Ocampo This episode is presented by State Farm®. Dishing the assists you need off the court. State Farm® with the Assist. Get started today at HubSpot.com/AI 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