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Half-Baked Ideas With Kevin Wildes. Plus: The Masters, ‘The Pitt’, Coachella, and ‘Love Story’ With Nathan Hubbard and Joanna Robinson. Apr 07, 2026

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The Ringer’s Bill Simmons is joined by Kevin Wildes to present another set of Half-Baked Ideas (7:57). Then, Nathan Hubbard comes on to discuss the biggest story lines ahead of the Masters and Coachella (01:01:55). Finally, Joanna Robinson joins to break down ‘The Pitt’ before previewing ‘Euphoria’ ahead of the new season, and much more (01:28:17).

Host: Bill Simmons
Guests: Kevin Wildes, Nathan Hubbard, and Joanna Robinson
Producers: Chia Hao Tat and Eduardo Ocampo

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The 2026 Made-Up NBA Awards With Zach Lowe Apr 06, 2026

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The Ringer’s Bill Simmons is joined by Zach Lowe LIVE on Netflix to react to the Nuggets-Spurs OT game before discussing the Lakers' injuries (0:32). Then, they give out their 2026 Made-Up NBA Awards (23:28).

Host: Bill Simmons

Guest: Zach Lowe

Producers: Chia Hao Tat, Eduardo Ocampo, and Chris Wohlers

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Tiger’s Crisis, an NBA Mini-Mailbag, the Confusing Knicks, 'Survivor 50,' and the Yucky Red Sox | With Joe House, Jason Concepcion, and Bill’s Dad Apr 03, 2026

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The Ringer’s Bill Simmons is joined by Joe House to discuss the Tiger Woods situation before diving into the mailbag to answer some questions from the listeners (2:53). Then, Jason Concepcion hops on to talk about the Knicks heading into the playoffs and ‘Survivor 50’ (01:08:11). Finally, Bill’s dad checks in to talk Boston sports and television shows (01:51:35).

Host: Bill Simmons

Guests: Joe House, Jason Concepcion, and Bill’s dad

Producers: Chia Hao Tat and Eduardo Ocampo

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A Radical NBA Idea, Wemby’s Musical Comp, Despising Duke, and Baseball’s ABS Revolution With Chuck Klosterman Mar 31, 2026

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The Ringer’s Bill Simmons is joined by Chuck Klosterman to discuss a new fix for tanking in the NBA, before diving into a convo about fixing the NBA product as a whole (2:49). Then, they discuss the development of student-athletes and the draft process (40:15). Finally, they break down Wemby’s game, ABS in MLB, and more (01:05:50).

Host: Bill Simmons

Guest: Chuck Klosterman

Producers: Chia Hao Tat, and Eduardo Ocampo

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UConn’s Miracle, Weirdest NBA Season Ever, A Scary Playoff Team Draft, and an Iffy Expansion Plan With Zach Lowe Mar 30, 2026

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Join The Ringer’s Bill Simmons and Zach Lowe LIVE on Netflix right after Knicks vs. Thunder to react to UConn’s buzzer beater against Duke before diving into a scary playoff team draft (0:32). Then, they discuss the NBA expansion plans and take a deep dive into the weirdest NBA season’s ever (01:01:29).

Host: Bill Simmons

Guest: Zach Lowe

Producers: Chia Hao Tat, Eduardo Ocampo, and Chris Wohlers

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NBA Hot Takes, OKC’s Red Flag, and Giannis vs. Father Time With Kirk Goldsberry and Joe House Mar 26, 2026

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The Ringer’s Bill Simmons is joined by Kirk Goldsberry to talk about how vulnerable the OKC Thunder are after their loss to the Celtics before Joe House joins for some quick NBA takes (3:38). Then, they discuss whether there are enough historical signs to indicate that teams shouldn't trade for Giannis at this point in his career (59:51).

Host: Bill Simmons

Guests: Kirk Goldsberry and Joe House

Producers: Chia Hao Tat and Eduardo Ocampo

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March Madness Takes, NBA Lottery Debates, and Best NFL Draft Story Lines With J. Kyle Mann and Todd McShay Mar 25, 2026

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The Ringer’s Bill Simmons is joined by J. Kyle Mann to answer some NBA mailbag questions before previewing an exciting Sweet 16 round of March Madness (4:23). Then, Todd McShay joins to break down this year’s NFL draft class and the best draft story lines (01:03:49).

Host: Bill Simmons

Guests: J. Kyle Mann and Todd McShay

Producers: Chia Hao Tat and Eduardo Ocampo

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Luka’s Heater, Wemby’s Bid, and Stealth Winners of the NBA Season With Zach Lowe Mar 23, 2026

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Join Bill Simmons and Zach Lowe LIVE on Netflix right after Timberwolves vs. Celtics to react to the game before discussing Luka Doncic and the Lakers’ surge (00:32). Then, they take a deep dive into Victor Wembanyama's greatness before ending with a Giannis Antetokounmpo trade value discussion, winners of the NBA season, and much more (30:06).

Host: Bill Simmons

Guest: Zach Lowe

Producers: Chia Hao Tat, Eduardo Ocampo, and Chris Wohlers

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LakerMania, NBA Expansion, WBC Lessons, and MBJ’s Moment With Billy Gil and Wesley Morris Mar 20, 2026

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The Ringer’s Bill Simmons reacts to the Lakers taking down the Heat with Luka’s 60-point game, the NBA expansion, and more (2:15). Then, Billy Gil hops on to recap the World Baseball Classic and to give his thoughts on Bam Adebayo’s 83-point game (29:52). Finally, Wesley Morris joins Bill to react to the Oscar results, including Michael B. Jordan beating out Timothée Chalamet for Best Actor and ‘One Battle After Another’ winning Best Picture (01:00:07).

Host: Bill Simmons

Guests: Billy Gil and Wesley Morris

Producers: Chia Hao Tat and Eduardo Ocampo

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The Annual Worst NBA Contracts Draft With Joe House and Wosny Lambre Mar 17, 2026

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The Ringer’s Bill Simmons is joined by Joe House and Wosny Lambre to discuss the best player in the NBA right now and underrated subplots before diving into their annual Worst NBA Contracts Draft (3:01).

Host: Bill Simmons

Guests: Wosny Lambre and Joe House

Producers: Chia Hao Tat and Eduardo Ocampo

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