

No-Fan NBA Games & 2020 Cooking Trends With Joe House and David Chang | The Bill Simmons Podcast
Mar 11, 2020
David Chang, the acclaimed chef behind Netflix's 'Ugly Delicious,' shares insights on the changing culinary landscape as food delivery reshapes the restaurant industry. He discusses the importance of work ethic in navigating success and failure, and reflects on parenting and cultural traditions in meal preparation. Alongside Joe House, they joke about food trends, including dry-aged steaks versus fast food. They also ponder the impact of COVID-19 on youth sports and the emotional experience of playing games without fans.
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Empty Arenas and Their Impact
- Empty arenas minimize social contact during the pandemic.
- This impacts the energy of games and player experience.
Game Anxiety
- Bill Simmons' dad attended a game with a coughing person behind him.
- This highlighted the anxiety and hygiene issues in crowded venues.
NCAA's Priorities and March Madness
- The NCAA prioritizes money over rational decisions, unlike the NBA.
- This raises doubts about their response to the pandemic regarding March Madness.