The Bill Simmons Podcast

Boston’s Gamble, the GOAT Blazer, Philly’s Future, and ‘The Idol’ Flames Out With Chris Ryan and Wesley Morris

Jul 7, 2023

Chris Ryan, a Contributor to The Ringer and Philadelphia sports expert, joins forces with Wesley Morris, a New York Times film critic. They dive into the complexities surrounding James Harden's uncertain future with the 76ers and dissect the competitive Eastern Conference. Then, they turn to the world of entertainment, analyzing HBO's 'The Idol', discussing why it failed to resonate and its commentary on celebrity culture. Their candid takes blend sports dynamics with cultural critique, offering a refreshing perspective.

01:42:59

Episode guests

Wesley Morris

Chris Ryan

AI Chapters

Episode notes

Intro

4min

NBA Trade Talks and Team Dynamics

25min

Legacy and Performance in Basketball: A Focus on Dame and Drexler

4min

Harden's Future and NBA Trade Dynamics

4min

Coaching Changes and Player Dynamics

12min

Philadelphia Sports Fever

7min

Basketball Contracts, Eagles Predictions, and Reflections on 'The Idol'

2min

The Idol Dissection

41min

Navigating the Future of Film in the Age of AI

4min

The Ringer's Bill SImmons shares some NBA thoughts, including the only realistic way Damian Lillard can be traded to the Heat, teams that are "on the clock" with their superstars, the Celtics parting ways with their defensive anchors, who is truly the greatest Trail Blazer of all time, and more (1:19). Next, Bill talks with Chris Ryan about how the James Harden situation will be resolved, new 76ers coach Nick Nurse, a competitive Eastern Conference, NBA in-season tournament takes, and more (28:34). Then, Bill is joined by Wesley Morris of the New York Times to discuss HBO's 'The Idol', why the show flopped, 'The Weekend', and more (54:23).

Host: Bill Simmons

Guests: Chris Ryan and Wesley Morris

Producers: Kyle Crichton and Jessie Lopez

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