The Bill Simmons Podcast

The Scary Suns and Mobley’s Rise With Rob Mahoney, and the Incredible Season 1 Finale of 'Succession' With Derek Thompson and Joanna Robinson

Mar 8, 2023

Rob Mahoney, an NBA analyst with The Ringer, offers keen insights on the Phoenix Suns, their playoff prospects, and the rise of star Evan Mobley. He discusses the team’s offensive strategy and potential matchups, emphasizing the Nuggets as their biggest rival. Meanwhile, Derek Thompson and Joanna Robinson dive into the gripping dynamics of HBO's 'Succession,' analyzing character transformations and power struggles. They explore the show's Emmy-winning writing, character arcs, and the intertwining themes of ambition and family dysfunction.

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Episode guests

Joanna Robinson

Derek Thompson

Rob Mahoney

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Episode notes

Intro

4min

Navigating the Phoenix Suns' Offensive Mastery

17min

Evaluating Minnesota's Playoff Potential

4min

Timberwolves' Transformation

6min

Rising Defenders: Impact and Evolution in the NBA

16min

NBA Dynamics: MVP Race and Team Challenges

4min

NBA Coaching Insights and 'Succession' Episode Analysis

3min

Dynamics of Power and Family in 'Succession'

19min

Exploring the Power Struggle in the Roy Family

3min

10.

Emmy Wins and Family Dynamics in 'Succession'

12min

11.

Character Dynamics in 'Succession'

13min

12.

Exploring the Consequences of Substance Use in Critical Moments

2min

13.

Privilege and Accountability: A Family's Dilemma

15min

14.

Celebrating Stewie's Mastermind Role and Future Podcast Collaborations

2min

The Ringer's Bill Simmons is joined by Rob Mahoney to discuss the challenging Suns, and the Nuggets biggest rival in the Western Conference (1:45), the Timberwolves rounding into shape, Evan Mobley's development, early playoff thoughts, and more (21:37). Then in an excerpt from The Ringer's Prestige TV Podcast Bill is joined by Joanna Robinson and Derek Thompson to discuss 'Succession' Season 1, Episode 10: "Nobody Is Ever Missing" (49:27).

Host: Bill Simmons

Guests: Rob Mahoney, Derek Thompson, and Joanna Robinson

Producer: Kyle Crichton

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