The Ryen Russillo Podcast
The Ringer
Each week, Ryen Russillo will break down the biggest topics in sports.
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4 snips
Jul 25, 2024 • 1h 1min
Russillo Summer Book Club: ‘From the River to the Sea’ With John Sedgwick, Plus Life Advice
Author John Sedgwick discusses the history of transit and railways in ‘From the River to the Sea’. Plus, life advice on coaching youth soccer. Explore the clash between railroad figures in the lawless Wild West era. Learn about real estate relationships, dealing with HOAs, and more.
Jul 23, 2024 • 47min
College Recruiting Stories With Jamal Mashburn, Troy Aikman, Doug McDermott, Dan Hurley, Andre Iguodala, Baron Davis, Jimmer Fredette, P.J. Carlesimo, Fred Warner, and Lane Johnson
Former NBA and NFL players, along with college basketball coaches, share their best college recruiting stories. Topics include turning down offers, making tough decisions, unique recruitment experiences, and the evolving norms in college sports recruiting. They also discuss sports culture, group chat communication challenges, and player versatility in different sports.
Jul 18, 2024 • 1h 13min
Russillo Summer Book Club: 'The Wide Wide Sea' With Hampton Sides, and Life Advice
Author Hampton Sides discusses Captain James Cook's final voyage and cultural clashes in Polynesia. Life advice segment covers ditching friends for sports success and supporting loved ones struggling with addiction.
Jul 16, 2024 • 1h 27min
Summer League Standouts, Plus Van Lathan on Vegas, Fame Levels, Getting Old, and Life Advice
Van Lathan discusses his Vegas experience and contemplation of fame levels and getting old. The podcast also covers reflections on Summer League performances, evaluating player potential, interactions with NBA players, critiquing LeBron James' son, and family business succession.
Jul 11, 2024 • 1h 42min
Chris Ryan on Team USA, ‘Presumed Innocent,’ ‘The Bear,’ Philly, and Mail-It-in Summer Questions
Chris Ryan, film critic, talks NBA pressures, Joel Embiid's challenges, and family grudges. They discuss Team USA's exhibition win, TV shows, and summer-themed questions. The episode also includes life advice on holding grudges against family members.
Jul 9, 2024 • 1h 32min
The Peaks and Valleys of American Sports Popularity, Plus Jimmer Fredette on Team USA 3x3 Olympic Basketball
Jimmer Fredette discusses Team USA 3x3 Olympic basketball and building NBA players team. Russillo explores sports popularity, athlete salaries, and NBA TV contracts. Life advice on handling groom's friend rankings at bachelor party.
Jul 3, 2024 • 1h 37min
30 NBA Teams in 30(ish) Minutes! Eagles Tackle Lane Johnson, USMNT Talk, and Life Advice!
Eagles tackle Lane Johnson talks about Nick Sirianni, Jalen Hurts, and WrestleMania appearance. Podcast delves into NBA team offseason analysis, USMNT, life advice, and discussing nepotism in sports and media coverage.
Jul 1, 2024 • 1h 16min
Paul George to the Sixers! Plus, More NBA Free Agency, Klay’s Next Team, and the Warriors' Future With Anthony Slater.
Anthony Slater discusses Klay Thompson's future with the Warriors, the 76ers' signing of Paul George, and other NBA free agency moves. Life Advice with Ceruti covers dealing with odd bosses and bathroom habits at work.
Jun 28, 2024 • 1h 5min
Bronny James to L.A.: History and Criticism of the Pick. Plus, Dave McMenamin on the Lakers.
Dave McMenamin, NBA analyst, talks Lakers' talent development & potential moves. Ryen Russillo discusses Bronny James pick impact & historical moment. They explore LeBron James career decisions, team strategy, & young player interest.
Jun 25, 2024 • 1h 26min
Brad Stevens on the Celtics Title. Plus, Television’s John Buccigross on the Panthers' Game 7 Stanley Cup Win.
Brad Stevens discusses team construction and championship feelings, while John Buccigross analyzes the Panthers' Game 7 win. They also cover player development, preseason games, and the impact of fatigue on athletes. Additionally, they chat about eBay, hotels.com, thermostat etiquette, and friend group dynamics.
