The Bill Simmons Podcast: The Interviews
The Ringer
The Ringer’s Bill Simmons has spent the last six years talking to some of the biggest celebrities, athletes and media staples on “The Bill Simmons Podcast.” Whether you’re listening to these interviews for the first time or revisiting a favorite episode featuring the likes of Tom Hanks, Denzel Washington or Julia Louis-Dreyfus, tap in to some of Bill’s most compelling conversations here on “The Bill Simmons Podcast: The Interviews.”
Episodes
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Jul 18, 2022 • 1h 29min
Jason Blum | October 2017
October 2017: Blum and Bill discuss horror films ranging from ‘Halloween’ and ‘Friday the 13th’ to ‘The Purge’ and ‘Get Out.’ Other topics include Blumhouse projects, working with tech companies in Hollywood, and M. Night Shyamalan.Host: Bill SimmonsGuest: Jason BlumProduction Support: Steve Ceruti, Ben Cruz, Tim Angan and Garrett Gonzales Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Jul 18, 2022 • 1h 25min
Marc Maron | October 2017
October 2017: Maron and Bill dive deep into the comedian’s experience with the podcast medium, interviewing, and monetization.Host: Bill SimmonsGuest: Marc MaronProduction Support: Steve Ceruti, Ben Cruz, Tim Angan and Garrett Gonzales Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Jul 18, 2022 • 1h 19min
Jake Gyllenhaal | September 2017
September 2017: Gyllenhaal and Bill talk about some of the Oscar-nominated actor’s most notable films, including ‘Donnie Darko,’ ‘Stronger,’ and ‘Southpaw.’ Other topics include auditioning for ‘The Sandlot,’ his acting role models, and shooting a film with his sister, Maggie.Host: Bill SimmonsGuest: Jake GyllenhaalProduction Support: Steve Ceruti, Ben Cruz, Tim Angan and Garrett Gonzales Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Jul 18, 2022 • 1h 10min
Andy Samberg | September 2017
September 2017: Samberg and Bill discuss the comedian’s relationship with ‘Saturday Night Live’ and how he finds the right roles on other TV series. Other topics include impersonating Nicolas Cage, ‘Rocky’ movies, and hosting awards shows.Host: Bill SimmonsGuest: Andy SambergProduction Support: Steve Ceruti, Ben Cruz, Tim Angan and Garrett Gonzales Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Jul 18, 2022 • 1h 3min
Nathan Fielder | September 2017
September 2017: Fielder and Bill talk about ‘Nathan for You’ and the process of making compelling YouTube videos. Other topics include David Blaine, Michael Phelps, and the San Antonio Spurs.Host: Bill SimmonsGuest: Nathan FielderProduction Support: Steve Ceruti, Ben Cruz, Tim Angan and Garrett Gonzales Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Jul 18, 2022 • 1h 1min
Kevin Durant 5 (AMA Pt. 2) | August 2017
August 2017: Durant and Bill close out their two-part series by answering more listener questions about Kyrie’s move to Boston. Other topics include the NBA’s shifting landscape going into the 2017-18 season.Host: Bill SimmonsGuest: Kevin DurantProduction Support: Steve Ceruti, Ben Cruz, Tim Angan and Garrett Gonzales Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Jul 18, 2022 • 1h 1min
Kevin Durant 4 (AMA) | August 2017
August 2017: Durant and Bill reunite in the first of a two-part series to answer questions from listeners about the Boston Celtics’ shocking trade for Kyrie Irving.Host: Bill SimmonsGuest: Kevin DurantProduction Support: Steve Ceruti, Ben Cruz, Tim Angan and Garrett Gonzales Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Jul 18, 2022 • 1h 7min
Charlize Theron | July 2017
July 2017: Theron and Bill talk about her acting career and her experiences with some of Hollywood’s finest (Robert De Niro, Patty Jenkins, etc.). Other topics include ‘Atomic Blonde’ and the loss of irony.Host: Bill SimmonsGuest: Charlize TheronProduction Support: Steve Ceruti, Ben Cruz, Tim Angan and Garrett Gonzales Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Jul 18, 2022 • 1h 27min
John McEnroe | July 2017
July 2017: McEnroe and Bill discuss the state of professional tennis in 2017 and McEnroe’s storied playing career. Other topics include the New York Knicks and the similarities between basketball and tennis.Host: Bill SimmonsGuest: John McEnroeProduction Support: Steve Ceruti, Ben Cruz, Tim Angan and Garrett Gonzales Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Jul 18, 2022 • 55min
Jimmy Iovine | July 2017
July 2017: Iovine and Bill talk about the music mogul’s amazing career, including his Emmy-nominated documentary, ‘The Defiant Ones.’Host: Bill SimmonsGuest: Jimmy IovineProduction Support: Steve Ceruti, Ben Cruz, Tim Angan and Garrett Gonzales Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
