The Bill Simmons Podcast

Giannis Goes Down With Big Wos and Chris Ryan, the Streaming Wars With Matthew Belloni, and Teen Culture Half-Year Awards With Zoe Simmons

Jun 30, 2021

Joining Bill Simmons are Wosny Lambre, an NBA fashion expert, and Chris Ryan, a savvy basketball analyst, who dissect Giannis Antetokounmpo's unfortunate injury and its impact on the Bucks' playoff journey. Matthew Belloni, a former Hollywood Reporter editor, shares insights on the struggles of theatrical movie releases in the streaming era. Meanwhile, Zoe Simmons, Bill's daughter, brings a fun twist with her half-year teen culture awards, spotlighting TikTok trends and notable disappointments from the youth scene.

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Intro

5min

Injuries, Impact, and the Playoff Landscape

16min

The Impact of Giannis' Injury and NBA Playoff Dynamics

4min

Playoff Pressures and Dynamics

13min

Evolving Fan Dynamics of the Clippers

8min

NBA Playoff Predictions and Sentimental Goodbyes

2min

Exploring New Ventures and the Downfall of Quibi

2min

The Streaming Shift: Balancing Theatrical and Subscription Revenues

10min

Shifting Priorities in Film and Streaming

14min

10.

The Absurdity of Modern TV: A Reflection on Dating Shows

4min

11.

Engagement Strategies and Cultural Insights

4min

12.

Friendship, Fame, and Teenage Life

3min

13.

The Struggle Behind the Authenticity: Emma Chamberlain's Journey

2min

14.

Navigating Tension and Pop Culture Dynamics

14min

15.

The Shift in YouTube Culture

14min

16.

The Emotional Rollercoaster of Grey's Anatomy

5min

The Ringer’s Bill Simmons is joined by Wosny Lambre and Chris Ryan to break down a wild Bucks-Hawks Game 4, including Giannis’s knee injury, the improbable success of the Trae-less Hawks, and predictions for how this series and the Suns-Clippers series will play out (2:50). Then, former Hollywood Reporter editor Matthew Belloni joins the show to discuss whether or not movies will ever fully return to theaters, what the future of moviegoing looks like at the hands of streaming services, and more (43:47). Lastly, Bill’s daughter, Zoe Simmons, comes on to give her half-year teen culture awards, including best TikTok star, biggest disappointment, and best publicity stunt (74:41).

Host: Bill Simmons

Guests: Wosny Lambre, Chris Ryan, Matthew Belloni, and Zoe Simmons

Producer: Craig Horlbeck

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