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NFL Over/Unders, an Oscars Preview, and a Brady-Pats Feud | With Cousin Sal, Sean Fennessey, and Seth Wickersham Mar 11, 2026

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The Ringer’s Bill Simmons is joined by Cousin Sal to guess the NFL over/unders for win totals (2:30). Then, Sean Fennessey hops on to talk about the Academy Awards subplots (01:12:17). Finally, Seth Wickersham joins to discuss Tom Brady’s complicated relationship with the Patriots and QBs as talked about in his book, ‘American Kings: A Biography of the Quarterback’ (01:56:02).

Host: Bill Simmons

Guests: Cousin Sal, Seth Wickersham, and Sean Fennessey

Producers: Chia Hao Tat and Eduardo Ocampo

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Tatum’s Stunning Return, Wemby’s Big Weekend, and a 2011 MVP Deep Dive With Zach Lowe Mar 09, 2026

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The Ringer’s Bill Simmons is joined by Zach Lowe LIVE on Netflix to react to Jayson Tatum’s return before recapping the NBA games of the weekend (0:32). Then, they take a look at the playoff picture and have a stock draft before ending with a deep dive on the 2011 MVP race (54:12).

Host: Bill Simmons

Guest: Zach Lowe

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

Sam’s Club | Join The Club of Yes And

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NFL Free Agency Predictions, an NBA Power Poll, and Tatum’s Return With Danny Heifetz, Danny Kelly, Michael Pina, and Joe House Mar 06, 2026

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The Ringer’s Bill Simmons is joined by Danny Heifetz and Danny Kelly to predict the top NFL offseason stories (4:10). Then, Michael Pina and Joe House join to break down Bill’s updated NBA power poll rankings (01:06:51).

Host: Bill Simmons

Guests: Danny Heifetz, Danny Kelly, Michael Pina, and Joe House

Producers: Chia Hao Tat and Eduardo Ocampo

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An NBA Mailbag, LeBron’s Next Move, and the Wild Paramount-WBD Merger With David Jacoby and Matt Belloni Mar 04, 2026

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The Ringer’s Bill Simmons is joined by David Jacoby to answer some mailbag questions from the listeners (2:45). Then, Matt Belloni joins to react to the Paramount–Warner Bros. merger and to discuss the winners and losers of the deal (01:11:33).

Host: Bill Simmons
Guests: Matt Belloni and David Jacoby
Producers: Chia Hao Tat and Eduardo Ocampo

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Burning NBA Questions and a “Holy Crap, Charlotte!!!” Deep Dive With Zach Lowe Mar 02, 2026

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The Ringer’s Bill Simmons is joined by Zach Lowe LIVE on Netflix right after 76ers-Celtics to react to the game before recapping the NBA slate from the weekend (0:32). Then, they look at the playoff picture, possible All-NBA teams, before ending on a deep dive of the Hornets (51:02).

Host: Bill Simmons

Guest: Zach Lowe

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

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Luka’s Strange L.A. Ride, a New York Sports Drought, Lost NBA Nicknames, and a Big Mailbag With Max Kellerman Feb 27, 2026

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The Ringer’s Bill Simmons is joined by Max Kellerman to talk about Luka Doncic’s time with the Lakers so far before diving into a discussion about the New York sports title drought (2:32). Then, they dive into a mailbag to answer questions from the listeners about NBA nicknames, boxing, and much more (46:48).

Host: Bill Simmons

Guest: Max Kellerman

Producers: Chia Hao Tat and Eduardo Ocampo

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A Loaded NBA Draft Debate, Wemby’s Finals Shadow, and Fun MLB Story Lines With Tate Frazier, J. Kyle Mann, and Billy Gil Feb 25, 2026

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The Ringer’s Bill Simmons is joined by J. Kyle Mann and Tate Frazier to preview the NBA draft by looking at some of the top prospects before discussing the Spurs' ceiling this season (3:40). Then, Billy Gil joins the pod to discuss fantasy baseball leagues and preview the MLB season (01:16:59).

Host: Bill Simmons

Guests: J. Kyle Mann, Tate Frazier, and Billy Gil

Producers: Chia Hao Tat and Eduardo Ocampo

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Boston Does L.A., Honeymoon Harden, a Denver Hiccup, and a Kawhi Deep Dive With Zach Lowe Feb 23, 2026

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The Ringer’s Bill Simmons is joined by Zach Lowe LIVE on Netflix right after Celtics vs. Lakers to react to the game before recapping the NBA slate from the weekend (01:11). Then, they dive deep and go over Kawhi Leonard's 14-year career (01:09:13).
Host: Bill Simmons
Guest: Zach Lowe
Producers: Chia Hao Tat, Eduardo Ocampo, and Chris Wohlers

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The Mailbag: Dangerous NBA Teams, Lottery Tweaks, the KD Files, The Oscars, and Cruise vs. Pacino | With Chris Ryan and Joe House Feb 18, 2026

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The Ringer’s Bill Simmons is joined by Chris Ryan to dive into the mailbag and answer questions from the listeners (2:21). Then, Joe House joins to talk about their favorite NBA bets post All-Star break before ending the show with some more mailbag questions (43:21).

Host: Bill Simmons

Guests: Chris Ryan and Joe house

Producers: Chia Hao Tat and Eduardo Ocampo

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They Saved the NBA All-Star Game? Plus, the NBA’s Tumultuous Week, With Zach Lowe Feb 16, 2026

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The Ringer’s Bill Simmons is joined by Zach Lowe to react to NBA All-Star Weekend and to catch up on the NBA season (0:32). Then, they try to figure out how to fix some of the problems around the league (45:44).

Host: Bill Simmons

Guest: Zach Lowe

Producers: Chia Hao Tat and Eduardo Ocampo

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