The Bill Simmons Podcast

Blazermania, the Snakebit Sixers, PGA Championship Notes With Joe House, Plus: Hannibal Buress

Aug 7, 2020

Hannibal Buress, the acclaimed comedian and actor known for his stand-up specials, dives into his latest project, 'Miami Nights', discussing its YouTube release and the creative process behind it. He shares hilarious anecdotes about the ups and downs of gambling, providing a candid look at his past glory days. The conversation also touches upon the NBA restart and how the environment has changed in sports and comedy, blending humor with thought-provoking observations on societal issues.

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Episode guests

Hannibal Buress

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Episode notes

Intro

3min

Strategic Insights into NBA Playoff Dynamics

16min

Lakers Playoff Challenges

6min

NBA Playoff Dynamics and Team Prospects

15min

Playoff Drama and Team Dynamics

5min

Sports Strategy and Parenting Insights

10min

A Child's Clever Currency Strategy and Humorous Name Misunderstandings

3min

Pandemic Perspectives and Gambling Reflections

26min

Reflections on Comedy and Society

15min

10.

Basketball Reflections and Creative Ventures

5min

The Ringer’s Bill Simmons is joined by Joe House to discuss the surging Trail Blazers, who beat the Nuggets and Rockets in their last two games. They also discuss “wild-card guys,” including Michael Porter Jr., Fred VanVleet, Zach Collins, and Deandre Ayton; the disappointing Mavericks; the PGA Championship in San Francisco; and more (2:15). Finally Bill talks with comedian and actor Hannibal Buress about his new comedy special ‘Miami Nights,’ his decision to release it on YouTube, Bill's and Hannibal’s glory days of gambling, the NBA restart, and more (57:43).

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