The Bill Simmons Podcast

The "Eff-You" Warriors, 2021 NFL Draft Mistakes, and Million-Dollar Picks With Marcus Thompson, Peter Schrager, and Danny Kelly

Nov 18, 2021
Marcus Thompson is a writer for The Athletic with a deep understanding of the Golden State Warriors. He shares insights on the team's impressive run and young star performances. Peter Schrager, an NFL analyst, reflects on the 2021 draft, discussing standout players and mistakes made by teams, especially concerning quarterbacks like Trevor Lawrence and Zach Wilson. Danny Kelly joins in to analyze betting strategies for upcoming games, highlighting intriguing matchups and Million-Dollar Picks, keeping the conversation engaging and humorous throughout.
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ANECDOTE

Music Box Inspiration

  • Bill Simmons was inspired by the History of the Eagles documentary.
  • This led him to explore creating a similar series, Music Box, for HBO.
INSIGHT

Artist Influence in Documentaries

  • Artists are cautious about their image in documentaries, often influencing the narrative.
  • This control can sometimes lead to a lack of objectivity in music documentaries.
INSIGHT

Filmmaker-Driven Series

  • The Music Box series, like 30 for 30, is filmmaker-driven.
  • They aimed to tell diverse music stories, focusing on the filmmaker's vision.
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