The Bill Simmons Podcast

Knicks Chaos, Oscar Picks, Worst 2019 Movies, and a Claire Danes Interview, With Brian Koppelman and Wesley Morris | The Bill Simmons Podcast

Feb 5, 2020

Brian Koppelman, the filmmaker behind Billions and a die-hard Knicks fan, shares his thoughts on the franchise's turmoil, exploring potential leadership changes and the Knicks' legacy in NYC basketball. Film critic Wesley Morris dives into Oscar favorites and critiques 2019's cinematic disappointments, emphasizing the art of storytelling. Lastly, Claire Danes reflects on her iconic roles from My So-Called Life to Homeland, discussing her journey through child fame and the evolution of television narratives.

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Episode guests

Claire Danes

Wesley Morris

Brian Koppelman

AI Chapters

Episode notes

Intro

3min

Chaos at Madison Square Garden

15min

Legacy and Struggles in NYC Basketball

13min

Wingman Shenanigans and Salesforce Insights

2min

Oscars and the Art of Consensus

4min

Oscar Contenders and Performances

15min

Critique of Recent Cinematic Disappointments

10min

Accountability in Hollywood: A Comedic Take on Oscar Winners

2min

The Legacy of 'My So-Called Life'

7min

10.

Navigating Fame and Growth

12min

11.

Reflections on College Life and the Artsy Atmosphere of Yale

2min

12.

Reflections on Fame and Filmmaking

3min

13.

The Evolution of Television Narratives

9min

14.

Navigating Storytelling and Real-World Events

3min

HBO and The Ringer’s Bill Simmons is joined by longtime friend and Knicks fan Brian Koppelman to discuss the state of the Knicks, Steve Mills’s departure, the possibility of Masai Ujiri taking over, and more (2:27). Then Bill sits down with Wesley Morris of The New York Times to make Oscar picks and discuss 2019 movies (32:05). Finally, Bill talks with actress Claire Danes about acting as a child, some of her past work including ‘My So Called Life,’ ‘Romeo + Juliet,’ and ‘Little Women.’ They also discuss the final season of ‘Homeland,’ premiering February 9 (1:04:12).

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