The Bill Simmons Podcast

The Siakam Game, Warriors Overreactions, a Post-'Thrones' Life, and AEW Battles WWE With Joe House, Mallory Rubin, and David Shoemaker | The Bill Simmons Podcast

May 31, 2019

Joe House, an NBA expert, dives into the Raptors' stunning Game 1 win over the Warriors and how it shifts the Finals narrative. Mallory Rubin reflects on the divisive ending of 'Game of Thrones,' discussing fan reactions and character arcs. David Shoemaker shares insights on the rising tension between AEW and WWE, highlighting AEW's impactful events and the future of wrestling. The conversation blends humor and analysis, capturing the essence of sports and pop culture.

02:00:46

Episode guests

David Shoemaker

Mallory Rubin

Joe House

AI Chapters

Episode notes

Intro

5min

Game 1 Analysis: Raptors vs. Warriors

26min

Comedic Banter and Hiring Insights

5min

Fandom and the Final Seasons of Game of Thrones

12min

Reflections on 'Game of Thrones' and Modern TV Culture

19min

Media Consumption and Anticipation of Upcoming Shows

2min

Pop Culture Reflections and Wrestling Showdowns

5min

Wrestling's New Frontier: AEW vs. WWE

44min

Rusev's Potential, Exciting Boxing Ahead, and Comfortable Underwear Insights

2min

HBO and The Ringer's Bill Simmons is joined by Joe House immediately after the Toronto Raptors beat the Warriors in Game 1 of the NBA Finals to discuss what went wrong for the Warriors, what went right for the Raptors, Game 2 speculation, and more (3:00). Then Bill sits down with Mallory Rubin a week and a half removed from the end of 'Game of Thrones' to discuss the ending of the show one final time (35:45). Finally, Bill talks with David Shoemaker about AEW as a competitor to WWE, their successful 'Double or Nothing' PPV, poaching superstars, what a new weekly wrestling show could mean for the WWE, and more (1:12:38).

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