Podcasts about Ringer

Welcome to the second-ever Ringer Fantasy Football League Live Draft! Watch the first 10 minutes to see Mallory Rubin unveil her giant trophy (S/O Crystal Images) and Sean Fennessey fly off the handle. Stay for the full three hours to sink into hysteria with Danny, Danny, Craig, and the rest of the Ringer squad. Verizon Simplicity Plan. One plan. One price. Learn more at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠verizon.com Hosts: Danny Heifetz, Danny Kelly, and Craig HorlbeckProducers: Cameron Dinwiddie, Abou Kamara, Carlos Chiriboga, Nikhil Behal, and Austin Gayle The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit ⁠https://www.fanduel.com/playwithaplan⁠ to learn more about the resources and helplines. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Ringer's Bill Simmons is joined by Cousin Sal and Joe House LIVE on Netflix for Part 1 of their annual NFL over/unders pod. First up: the NFC! (0:00) Intro (1:30) NFC East (37:08) NFC North (01:06:31) NFC South (01:33:57) NFC West Host: Bill Simmons Guests: Cousin Sal and Joe House Producers: Chia Hao Tat, Eduardo Ocampo, and Jonathan Frias  NBA 2K27 | Ball Over Everything The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit https://fanduel.com/playwithaplan to learn more about the resources and helplines Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Sheil, Billy, and Tom get together to analyze and debate some of the biggest and most interesting topics currently swirling around the NFL media landscape.(00:00) Ten preseason stories that have our attention!(04:12) One-of-one Topps patches for rookies(06:57) Have we reached football broadcast saturation?(09:53) NFL scraps the Pro Bowl(16:55) New NFL rules for suspensions and violations(25:33) What are we hearing?(37:26) New NCAA rules for NFL players(54:53) Preseason revenge game for Tua Tagovailoa?(01:01:09) Browns name Deshaun Watson starter for Week 1(01:12:00) No more 'Hard Knocks' in-season series(01:19:15) NFL and Disney pairing teams with characters(01:21:45) Remembering Dolly Parton and Tim CurryUpgrade Your Performance with Orgain Creatine. Available at Amazon, Costco, Walmart & Whole Foods.The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit https://fanduel.com/playwithaplan to learn more about the resources and helplines.Host: Sheil KapadiaGuests: Tom Pelissero and Billy GilProducer: Chris SuttonVideo Editor: Stefano SanchezProduction Supervision: Conor Nevins and Arjuna Ramgopowell Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Mal and Jo sit down with Ringer guest Sean Fennessey! They discuss the special Orioles moment for Mal and Jo this past weekend, go into a general discussion about 'Oppenheimer' to prime up the conversation, and then proceed to dive into each of their 15 superlative picks for the film.(00:00) Intro(13:29) Oppenheimer revisited(1:00:10) SuperlativesHosts: Joanna Robinson and Mallory RubinProducers: Carlos Chiriboga and Scott LeeStudio Production: Jacob CornettSocial: Jomi AdeniranAdditional Production Support: Arjuna Ramgopowell Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Brian opens by recapping the Red Sox-Marlins series, including a couple exciting wins before a disappointing loss. The Red Sox head to the Bronx next for a pivotal four-game series against the Yankees (0:00). Then Brian unveils his list of the top 10 Boston athletes, along with some honorable mentions (32:15). Brian and Jamie end by discussing the list, and Jamie adds in a few more names (1:04:50). We want to hear from you! Leave Brian a message on the listener line at 617-396-7172. Or send us your questions for our mailbag at offthepike@gmail.com. The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit https://fanduel.com/playwithaplan to learn more about the resources and helplines. Host: Brian Barrett Producer: Jamie McClellan Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Finally, Golden State got the better of the Lynx. The Valkyries did it in Minnesota, shut down Olivia Miles in the process, and made coach Cheryl Reeve wave the white flag with more than three minutes left. It clearly meant something to Golden State, which had been 0-9 all-time against Minnesota. But did it mean anything to Minnesota? Marcus Thompson and Zena Keita discuss that and playoff matchups with Seerat Sohi, host of The Ringer's WNBA Show.

Nick and Jonathan are joined by Lindsay Jones, Senior Editor at The Ringer. Then, they react to the NFL's new system for player fines, and they question if the Browns locker room supports Deshaun Watson over Shedeur Sanders.

Lindsay Jones, Senior Editor at The Ringer, joins Afternoon Drive on The Fan. She talks about the Browns decision to start Deshaun Watson, her reaction to his comments about the fan base, where the team stands in the AFC North, and more.

The Ringer's Bill Simmons is joined by Danny Heifetz, Danny Kelly, and Craig Horlbeck LIVE on Netflix for their annual “My Guy” Fantasy Football Draft. (0:00) Intro (1:26) NFL fantasy prep discussion (11:36) “My Guy” Fantasy Football Draft Host: Bill Simmons Guests: Danny Heifetz, Danny Kelly, and Craig Horlbeck Producers: Chia Hao Tat, Eduardo Ocampo, Chris Wohlers, and Trevor Rabone Put ChatGPT to work on your most ambitious ideas and projects. Get started at https://ChatGPT.com by selecting Work mode. Available on Plus and Pro plans The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit https://fanduel.com/playwithaplan to learn more about the resources and helplines Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

John Jastremski is joined by Anthony Dabbundo from the Ringer to talk all things betting the NFL and MLB.

John Jastremski is joined by Anthony Dabbundo of the Ringer to talk all things betting the NFL and MLB . Also, John gives a futures check-in for the MLB.

We honor the passing of music legend Dolly Parton as Bryan Curtis from The Ringer stops by to share his thoughts on the passing. Plus we take your phone calls. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Brian opens by discussing Eliot Wolf's press conference, including Christian Gonzalez's contract negotiations and the Kayshon Boutte trade. He then talks about some interesting comments from Jayson Tatum's camp and Payton Pritchard (0:00). Then, he chats with the Boston Herald's Doug Kyed about the Patriots, the Boutte trade, Gonzalez returning to practice, the running back depth chart, and more (19:00). Brian and Jamie end with a listener call on Jarren Duran (55:00). We want to hear from you! Leave Brian a message on the listener line at 617-396-7172. Or send us your questions for our mailbag at offthepike@gmail.com. The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit https://fanduel.com/playwithaplan to learn more about the resources and helplines. Host: Brian Barrett Guest: Doug Kyed Producer: Jamie McClellan Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Ringer's Bill Simmons is joined by Joe House to answer some mailbag questions. Then, Bill heads out to UCLA to chat with Bruins football coach Bob Chesney about his coaching history, changing the culture at UCLA, and much more! (0:00) Intro (2:43) Mailbag with House (01:27:41) Bob Chesney interview Host: Bill Simmons Guests: Joe House and Bob Chesney Producers: Chia Hao Tat, Eduardo Ocampo, and Jessie Lopez See what boring banking can do for you. Put ChatGPT to work on your most ambitious ideas and projects. Get started at https://ChatGPT.com by selecting Work mode. Available on Plus and Pro plans The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit https://fanduel.com/playwithaplan to learn more about the resources and helplines Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The boys are back in town, the boys are back in town (I said) The boys are back in town, the boys are back in town That's right: Danny, Danny, and Craig are in the City of Angels podding together for two weeks. They kick things off with the latest Ashton Jeanty news before getting into their favorite post-hype fantasy football sleepers now just 15 (!) days from the start of the season. Cousin Sal also joins the show late to help the guys lock in punishments for the Ringer fantasy football league draft. (02:11) Ashton Jeanty prayer circle (14:04) Marvin Harrison Jr. (19:28) RJ Harvey (26:05) Bucky Irving (30:37) Matthew Golden (35:55) Rome Odunze (39:15) Brian Thomas Jr. (44:01) Juwan Johnson (47:57) Jalen McMillan (50:43) Ryan Flournoy (52:14) Deebo Samuel (55:56) Browns announce Deshaun Watson as starter (01:05:34) Sal's tight 15 Reminders: 1. LIVE SHOW COMING THIS WEEK: We'll be in Los Angeles for a live show at the Fonda Theatre in Hollywood on Thursday, August 27. Details here: ⁠https://www.theringer.com/events⁠. Get your tickets now! Go, go, go. 2. The day after the live show, we're doing the second-ever Ringer fantasy football draft LIVE on Netflix with Bill, Mal, and the crew. 3a. Email us punishment ideas for year two of the Ringer fantasy football league. We'll also take any emails about weird or embarrassing sports injuries: ringerfantasyfootball@gmail.com 3b. The Ringer fantasy football league draft is live on Netflix at 11 a.m. PT on Friday, August 28. You have to be there. Trust me. 4. Craig's Millennial Bangers playlist is ⁠HERE⁠!! 5. Follow us on Instagram and TikTok at @ringerfantasyfootball. Heifetz also posts his cat a bunch on @dannyheifetz. 6. RANKINGS LAST UPDATED AUGUST 3: ⁠https://theringer.com/fantasy-football/2026-preseason⁠ 7. Don't miss out on our Discord: ⁠https://discord.gg/BrcmaHFdqd⁠ Verizon Simplicity Plan. One plan. One price. Learn more at ⁠verizon.com⁠ Start the season strong with the Kickoff Bundle. Available now. Hosts: Danny Heifetz, Danny Kelly, and Craig Horlbeck Producers: Cameron Dinwiddie, Abou Kamara, Carlos Chiriboga, Nikhil Behal, and Austin Gayle The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit ⁠https://www.fanduel.com/playwithaplan⁠ to learn more about the resources and helplines. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Brian discusses the Patriots' preseason game against the Eagles on Saturday night and some surprising comments from Mike Vrabel after the game about the team's lack of depth (0:00). Then, he chats with Boston sports superfan Kevin Hench about the Red Sox's sweep of the Giants over the weekend, Craig Breslow's redemption, how the Sox stack up with the other top teams in the American League, and more (14:00). Brian and Jamie end by chatting about Jamie's recent piece on Fenway Franks in The Boston Globe (55:10). Fenway Franks story: https://www.bostonglobe.com/2026/08/17/magazine/onions-hot-dog-condiments-fenway/ We want to hear from you! Leave Brian a message on the listener line at 617-396-7172. Or send us your questions for our mailbag at offthepike@gmail.com. The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit https://fanduel.com/playwithaplan to learn more about the resources and helplines. Host: Brian Barrett Guest: Kevin Hench Producer: Jamie McClellan Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Sal, Raheem, House, and Dabbundo break down the NFC East by previewing win totals, division winners, and player props.-Intro (00:00)-Eagles (18:30)-Cowboys (30:42)-Giants (44:48)-Commanders (57:20)-Plays of the day (81:20)Hosts: Cousin Sal, Raheem Palmer, Anthony Dabbundo, and Joe HouseProducers: Michael Szokoli, Billy Gil, Trevor Rabone, and Jesse AronSocial: Michael Szokoli and Cliff AugustinFollow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ringergambling/.Subscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@ringergambling.The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit https://www.fanduel.com/playwithaplan⁠ to learn more about the resources and helplines available. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On the latest edition of The Ringer's Philly Special we are live from the Kapadia household as Sheil is joined by guests Shawn Syed and Tej Seth. Sheil has ten Eagles questions following the last preseason game against the Patriots. Where will Jalen Hurts rank in EPA per dropback? How many all-pros will the defense have? Where will Devonta Smith rank in yards for receivers in the NFL? (04:52) - Where will Jalen Hurts rank in EPA per dropback? (19:24) - How many all-pros will the defense have? (34:03) - Ranking Goedert, Wicks, and Lemon receiving yards (49:35) - Where will Devonta Smith rank in receiving yards this season? (1:12:26) - Where will the Philadelphia Eagles rank in offense? The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit https://fanduel.com/playwithaplan to learn more about the resources and helplines. Email hot takes: Ringerphilly@gmail.com Follow us on Instagram and TikTok: @ringersphillyspecial Become a member of our Reddit community: https://www.reddit.com/r/RingersPhillySpecial/ Host: Sheil Kapadia Guest: Shawn Syed and Tej Seth Producer: Cliff Augustin Music Composed By: Teddy Grossman and Jackson Greenberg Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Ringer's Bill Simmons is joined by Derek Thompson to discuss the finances of sports and the developing story of Mark Walter's Lakers sale. Then, they discuss the 2016 NBA cap spike before ending with their WNBA theories. (0:00) Intro (2:10) American sports plutocracy and Mark Walter (42:28) 2016 NBA cap spike (01:05:39) WNBA growing pains Host: Bill Simmons Guest: Derek Thompson Producers: Chia Hao Tat and Eduardo Ocampo The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit https://fanduel.com/playwithaplan to learn more about the resources and helplines Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

New co-host Tom Pelissero joins the Ringer NFL Show with Sheil and Billy to take a big-picture look at some of the most important questions buzzing around the league as we head toward a brand new NFL season.(00:00) Answering 5 Big Questions for the 2026 NFL Season(02:49) Which QB will we be looking at differently after the '26 season?(23:19) Are the Chiefs going to be back to being the Chiefs?(33:15) Which teams will get the first-year bump from their new coaches?(48:26) Will Rams' blockbuster offseason pay off?(56:46) Which head coaches are under the most pressure?Upgrade Your Performance with Orgain Creatine. Available at Amazon, Costco, Walmart & Whole Foods.The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit https://fanduel.com/playwithaplan to learn more about the resources and helplines.Host: Sheil KapadiaGuests: Tom Pelissero and Billy GilProducer: Chris SuttonVideo Editor: Stefano SanchezProduction Supervision: Conor Nevins and Arjuna Ramgopowell Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Sal, Raheem, House, and Dabbundo break down the AFC West by previewing win totals, division winners, and player props.-Intro (00:00)-Chiefs (9:18)-Chargers (23:37)-Broncos (32:06)-Raiders (40:30)-Plays of the day (69:50)Hosts: Cousin Sal, Raheem Palmer, Anthony Dabbundo, and Joe HouseProducers: Michael Szokoli, Billy Gil, Trevor Rabone, and Jesse AronSocial: Michael Szokoli and Stefan AndersonFollow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ringergambling/.Subscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@ringergambling.The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit https://www.fanduel.com/playwithaplan⁠ to learn more about the resources and helplines available. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Welcome to another episode of Ringer NBA Lore, where we remember iconic teams and moments in NBA history. Today, Logan Murdock is joined by Joel Anderson and Bomani Jones, both of whom are Houston natives and followed the Rockets closely during their mid-'90s championship run. Joel and Bomani examine the multiple heartbreaks that Houston fans endured leading up to Hakeem Olajuwon and the Rockets finally breaking through and winning back-to-back championships. Host: Logan Murdock Guests: Joel Anderson and Bomani Jones Producers: Logan Murdock, Ben Cruz, and Conor Nevins Video Producer: Victoria Valencia Audio Producer: Clifford Augustin Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Brian opens by sharing his approval ratings of the four Boston coaches for the Patriots, Bruins, Celtics, and Red Sox (0:00). Then, he chats with MassLive's Chris Cotillo about the recent drama between the fans at Fenway and Willson Contreras, Garrett Crochet's rehab progress, what to do with Trevor Story, Rafael Devers's return to Fenway, and more (21:45). Brian and Jamie end by discussing Devers's Red Sox career (1:13:40). We want to hear from you! Leave Brian a message on the listener line at 617-396-7172. Or send us your questions for our mailbag at offthepike@gmail.com. The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit https://fanduel.com/playwithaplan to learn more about the resources and helplines. Host: Brian Barrett Guest: Chris Cotillo Producer: Jamie McClellan Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Sal, Raheem, and Dabbundo break down Thursday's preseason NFL games before being joined by Danny Heifetz for his thoughts on the upcoming season and possible punishments for last place in their fantasy football league. Then, the trio discusses the current MLB standings and gives out their plays of the day. -Intro (00:00)-NFL preseason Week 2 (4:08)-Danny Heifetz joins (15:25)-Fantasy football punishments (30:30)-MLB (49:04)-Plays of the day (63:25) Hosts: Cousin Sal, Raheem Palmer, and Anthony DabbundoGuest: Danny HeifetzProducers: Michael Szokoli, Billy Gil, Trevor Rabone, and Jesse AronSocial: Michael Szokoli and Jonathan Frias Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ringergambling/.Subscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@ringergambling. The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit https://www.fanduel.com/playwithaplan to learn more about the resources and helplines available. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Nick Kostos starts hour 2 rolling through the rest of the Week 1 matchups in the NFL. Also, Anthony Dabbundo from the Ringer joins to talk all things premier league soccer and some NFL.

Nick Kostos is joined by Anthony Dabbundo of the Ringer to talk all things Premier League Soccer and some NFL.

Bill Simmons welcomes Tom Pelissero to The Ringer to go through their Pressure Rankings of the NFL ahead of the new season. Then, Sam Koppelman joins the pod to take a deep dive into the financial side of the Lakers sale, Mat Ishbia's Suns, and much more. (0:00) Intro (3:07) NFL preview (38:51) NFL Pressure Rankings (01:22:36) NBA team ownership with Sam Koppelman Host: Bill Simmons Guests: Tom Pelissero and Sam Koppelman Producers: Chia Hao Tat and Eduardo Ocampo NBA 2K27 | Ball Over Everything The Dog Stars only in theaters and IMAX August 28. The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit https://fanduel.com/playwithaplan to learn more about the resources and helplines Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Ringer's own Austin Gayle stops by the pod to talk about some of his biggest takeaways from the first week of preseason NFL games. Sheil then workshops some bold NFL predictions he's been working on before the season kicks off.(00:00) Preseason Takeaways and Bold Predictions That We're Chewing On!(01:41) Tennessee Titans and Cam Ward(14:33) Las Vegas Raiders and Fernando Mendoza(30:56) The Cleveland Browns(36:15) New York Giants and John Harbaugh(43:37) Jeremiyah Love's injury(46:08) Minnesota Vikings(52:02) Detroit Lions(57:52) Cincinnati BengalsUpgrade Your Performance with Orgain Creatine. Available at Amazon, Costco, Walmart & Whole Foods.Start the season strong with the Kickoff Bundle. Available now.Host: Sheil KapadiaGuest: Austin GayleProducer: Chris SuttonVideo Editor: Stefano SanchezProduction Supervision: Conor Nevins and Arjuna Ramgopowell Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Cory debates whether his ego could survive Valleyfair's “Guess Your Age” game, John Bonnes recaps his trip to the Field of Dreams game, Tom Pelissero lands a new gig with Netflix and The Ringer, and the guys get into the latest Vikings news.

Brian opens with some thoughts on the Celtics' offseason and why the team ultimately decided to split up Jayson Tatum and Jaylen Brown (0:00). Then, he chats with Nick "Fitzy" Stevens about the Pats, and they each share three predictions for the upcoming season about players who could make the year two leap, who will win the AFC East, and which wide receivers will shine the brightest (24:30). Brian and Jamie end by discussing Christian Gonzalez's contract negotiations and some summer travels (1:08:00). We want to hear from you! Leave Brian a message on the listener line at 617-396-7172. Or send us your questions for our mailbag at offthepike@gmail.com. The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit https://fanduel.com/playwithaplan to learn more about the resources and helplines. Host: Brian Barrett Guest: Nick "Fitzy" Stevens Producer: Jamie McClellan Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Ovn, ovn, ovn – “jeg har kager i ovnen”, nyt fra Republikken Cypern og Cypern-Korrespondenten, Den Tyrkiske Republik, så meget på 1990'er-askebægeret, ikke den optimale flygtningerute, flyvende på sin fødselsdag og 41 tallerkener smadret, vent, vent, vi skal have 1.000 datacentre, og nu erklærer vi krig, en beslutning, der bliver taget for øjnene af os uden inddragelse, et highfive af nørder, der tromler over verden, vi er de sure mænd på balkonen i The Muppet Show, hvis en influencer havde et datacenter, en weekend fyldt med droner, problemulven er død, og dækningen er sindssyg, et jammerligt pressemøde, en ulv ind i vores stationære Noah's Ark, endelig et kup, man kan forstå, en hadeliste fra Danmarks Radio og Altinget over ministre, hate never sleeps hos danskerne, Spider-Man har fået alle pengene fra BMW, bag rattet er blevet en markedsplads, antidepressiv medicin stiger blandt børn, Morgenthaler var den originale skoleinfluencer, cash eller PayPal – så ved du, det er godt, hvis der er en ortodoks kirke, så er der en helligdag rundt om hjørnet, og folk vil have sikahjorten ud.Værter: Esben Bjerre & Peter FalktoftRedigering: PodAmokKlip: PodAmokMusik: Her Går Det GodtInstagram:@hergaardetgodt@Peterfalktoft@Esbenbjerre

Sal and Tate Frazier preview the upcoming football season for Notre Dame, the SEC, and the Big 12 conference.-Intro (00:00)-Notre Dame (2:56)-SEC (8:50)-Big 12 (47:20)Hosts: Cousin Sal and Tate FrazierProducers: Michael Szokoli, Billy Gil, Jesse Aron, Trevor Rabone, and Stefan AndersonSocial: Michael Szokoli and Stefan AndersonFollow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ringergambling/Subscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@ringergamblingThe Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit https://fanduel.com/playwithaplan to learn more about the resources and helplines. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Today in the business of podcasting:Spotify says a bug, not a policy, made a podcast ad appear unskippable, telling Podnews the 15-second skip was hidden in the viral example and has since been fixed — and that skipping works for both Free and Premium listenersYouTube changes how it counts a "view" starting August 24, registering a play from the very first frame while making the more meaningful "engaged views" metric private, cutting off third-party rankers and data companiesPoint-To-Point Marketing and Strategic Solutions Research announce the Podcast Study 2026, a national effort on discovery, loyalty, and monetization co-sponsored by Crooked Media, NPR, and PRX, with findings due September 14-15 at the Sounds Profitable Business SummitThe Streaming Wars reports NFL insider Tom Pelissero, out at ESPN, has landed at both Netflix and Spotify-owned The Ringer, a case study in one institutional job splintering into several targeted assignmentsA Magellan AI case study details how boutique network Rhapsody Voices used data-driven creator-sponsor matching to reach better than 80% sell-through on two priority shows as it scaled beyond manual researchTo find links to these, and every article covered in today's episode, click here. You can also subscribe to The Download's newsletter to receive the full issue straight to your email inbox every day.

Today in the business of podcasting:Spotify says a bug, not a policy, made a podcast ad appear unskippable, telling Podnews the 15-second skip was hidden in the viral example and has since been fixed — and that skipping works for both Free and Premium listenersYouTube changes how it counts a "view" starting August 24, registering a play from the very first frame while making the more meaningful "engaged views" metric private, cutting off third-party rankers and data companiesPoint-To-Point Marketing and Strategic Solutions Research announce the Podcast Study 2026, a national effort on discovery, loyalty, and monetization co-sponsored by Crooked Media, NPR, and PRX, with findings due September 14-15 at the Sounds Profitable Business SummitThe Streaming Wars reports NFL insider Tom Pelissero, out at ESPN, has landed at both Netflix and Spotify-owned The Ringer, a case study in one institutional job splintering into several targeted assignmentsA Magellan AI case study details how boutique network Rhapsody Voices used data-driven creator-sponsor matching to reach better than 80% sell-through on two priority shows as it scaled beyond manual researchTo find links to these, and every article covered in today's episode, click here. You can also subscribe to The Download's newsletter to receive the full issue straight to your email inbox every day.

The Ringer's Bill Simmons is joined by Kirk Goldsberry to take a deep dive into Russell Westbrook's unique career. Then, CR and Van Lathan join the pod to talk college football before diving into a deeper conversation about coaching. (0:00) Intro (3:44) Russell Westbrook's career (01:24:50) College football and coaching Host: Bill Simmons Guests: Kirk Goldsberry, Chris Ryan, and Van Lathan Producers: Chia Hao Tat and Eduardo Ocampo Start the season strong with the Kickoff Bundle. Available now. The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit https://fanduel.com/playwithaplan to learn more about the resources and helplines Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Bomani Jones is joined by Diante Lee of The Ringer to break down the highly anticipated and wide-open NFL season. They examine a massive list of potential contenders, analyzing which teams have legitimate Super Bowl expectations and which ones need everything to break exactly right. Bo and Diante dive deep into the fascinating quarterback situations across the league, evaluating the elite, the overachievers, and the hard production ceilings of starting signal-callers.  They also discuss the evolving strategic chess match between offensive innovations and modern defensive adaptations, exploring how the rest of the league attempts to copy successful coaching blueprints. Along the way, they make sense of the sudden, massive multi-billion dollar sale of the Lakers and the high-stakes money games defining modern sports ownership. . . . Subscribe to Supercast for Ad-Free Episodes: https://righttime.supercast.com/ Buy 'The Right Time' merch: http://therighttimebomani.com/ Subscribe to The Right Time with Bomani Jones on Spotify, Apple or wherever you get your podcasts and follow the show on Instagram, Twitter, and Tik Tok for all the best moments from the show. Download Full Podcast Here: Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6N7fDvgNz2EPDIOm49aj7M?si=FCb5EzTyTYuIy9-fWs4rQA&nd=1&utm_source=hoobe&utm_medium=social Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-right-time-with-bomani-jones/id982639043?utm_source=hoobe&utm_medium=social Follow The Right Time with Bomani Jones on Social Media: http://lnk.to/therighttime Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Salk reacts to last night's Mariners win over the Yankees and a quote about Sam Darnold that will blow your mind. He tells you about Colt Emerson being sent down to Tacoma, Terrion Arnold signing with the Seahawks, and more in Need To Know. The Ringer’s Sheil Kapadia joins the show to talk about the Riq Woolen experience in Philly, his thoughts on the Seahawks, Hard Knocks and Mike Macdonald, and much more.

Catch “The Drive with Spence Checketts” from 2 pm to 6 pm weekdays on ESPN 700 & 92.1 FM. Produced by Porter Larsen. The latest on the Utah Jazz, Real Salt Lake, Utes, BYU + more sports storylines.

Welcome to a Real Ones special edition series we're calling Ringer NBA Lore, where we remember iconic teams and moments in NBA history. Today, Logan Murdock is joined by Howard Beck and Tim Kawakami to dive deep into the first championship run of the Lakers' 2000s three-peat. Howard and Tim both covered the team that season, so they share their stories and behind-the-scenes insights on the friction between Kobe Bryant and Shaquille O'Neal, Phil Jackson's mind games, Jerry West's influence, and how this team defined the NBA at the turn of the century. (00:00) Intro (7:56) Lakers trade for Kobe Bryant and Shaquille O'Neal (18:56) Phil Jackson arrives (28:44) Regular season (38:56) Media wars (50:44) Playoffs and Shaq wins MVP (54:46) Lakers-Blazers playoff series (1:11:28) Finals (1:24:03) Covering the championship (1:30:26) Biggest what-ifs Hosts: Logan Murdock and Howard Beck Guest: Tim Kawakami Producers: Logan Murdock, Conor Nevins, and Ben Cruz Video Producer: Victoria Valencia Audio Producer: Clifford Augustin Social: Abou Kamara Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Sheil and The Ringer's own Billy Gil shine a light on the NFL media sphere and pick the 10 biggest headlines that currently have their analytic minds buzzing as the preseason gets underway. (00:00) 10 summer NFL stories that have our attention! (05:23) Mike Sando's QB tiers (15:29) Vikings name Kyler Murray QB1 (28:28) Bills respond to Highmark Stadium criticism (35:46) Dan Quinn's master plan to revive the Commanders (43:32) Kirk Cousins, Maxx Crosby held out of practice following fight (48:31) CBS: No timetable on Tony Romo's future after arrest (01:00:07) Behind the scenes with Ben Johnson (01:11:08) NFL rookies and their first paychecks (01:22:07) Can the Cowboys achieve GOTI status? (01:30:34) The State of the Cleveland Browns Upgrade Your Performance with Orgain Creatine. Available at Amazon, Costco, Walmart & Whole Foods. The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit https://fanduel.com/playwithaplan to learn more about the resources and helplines. Host: Sheil Kapadia Guest: Billy Gil Producer: Chris Sutton Video Editor: Stefano Sanchez Production Supervision: Conor Nevins and Arjuna Ramgopowell Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

They lead off the hour listening to your messages in Here’s The Thing. They talk about the losing skid the Mariners have been on for the past week, the latest on Terrion Arnold, and more in Need To Know. The Ringer’s Sheil Kapadia joins the show to talk about the Riq Woolen experience in Philly, his thoughts on the Seahawks, Hard Knocks and Mike Macdonald, and much more.

The Ringer's Bill Simmons reacts to the sale of the Lakers to former Disney CEO Bob Iger and businessman Josh Kushner. Then, Cousin Sal joins the pod to help Bill break down his Youth Sports Parent Rankings and have a quick Parent Corner. (0:00) Intro (2:19) Reactions to the Lakers sale (30:33) Youth Sports Parent Rankings (01:37:41) Parent Corner Host: Bill Simmons Guest: Cousin Sal Producers: Chia Hao Tat and Eduardo Ocampo Put ChatGPT to work on your most ambitious ideas and projects. Get started at https://ChatGPT.com by selecting Work mode. Available on Plus and Pro plans The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit https://fanduel.com/playwithaplan to learn more about the resources and helplines Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Nick Kostos is joined by Raheem Palmer of the Ringer to preview the NFL and NBA seasons.

People forget that the Colts led one of the best offenses in NFL history for the first half of last season. If Indiana Jones can happen, anything can happen. Here's a list of our picks for the best candidates to have breakout offenses in 2026 and how to prepare accordingly for upcoming fantasy football drafts. (01:19) Remembering last year's Colts (04:26) New Orleans Saints (15:19) Las Vegas Raiders (XX) Minnesota Vikings (XX) Atlanta Falcons (43:53) Tennessee Titans (01:07:07) Emails: More Australia travel and microwaves (01:23:33) You guessed it: Another Millennial Banger Reminders: 1. LIVE SHOW COMING THIS MONTH: We'll be in Los Angeles for a live show at The Fonda Theatre in Hollywood on Thursday, August 27. Details here: https://www.theringer.com/events. Get your tickets now! Go, go, go. 2. Email us punishment ideas for year two of the Ringer Fantasy Football League: ringerfantasyfootball@gmail.com 3. Follow us on Instagram and TikTok at @ringerfantasyfootball. Heifetz also posts his cat a bunch on @dannyheifetz. 4. RANKINGS LAST UPDATED AUGUST 3: https://theringer.com/fantasy-football/2026-preseason 5. Don't miss out on our Discord: https://discord.gg/BrcmaHFdqd (https://discord.com/invite/BrcmaHFdqd) Verizon Simplicity Plan. One plan. One price. Learn more at verizon.com The Dog Stars only in theaters and IMAX August 28. The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit https://fanduel.com/playwithaplan to learn more about the resources and helplines. Hosts: Danny Heifetz, Danny Kelly, and Craig Horlbeck Producers: Cameron Dinwiddie, Abou Kamara, Carlos Chiriboga, Nikhil Behal, and Austin Gayle Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

House and Nathan start the show by discussing the young golfers who have been making an impact lately. Then they discuss how LIV looks to be saved and finish up by previewing the FedEx St. Jude Championship. (0:00) Welcome to Fairway Rollin'! (02:47) Young golfers shining (24:45) LIV Golf survives (34:09) FedEx St. Jude Championship preview (38:08) Obvious picks and stay-aways Exclusive offers await at your Lincoln retailer. The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit fanduel.com/playwithaplan to learn more about the resources and helplines. Hosts: Joe House and Nathan HubbardProducers: Jonathan Frias and Mike Wargon Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Sheil and The Ringer's own Diante Lee get together to share, analyze, and debate their respective power rankings for the top 10 defenses in the NFL as we approach the upcoming season. (00:00) Ranking the top 10 NFL defenses for the 2026 season (3:12) Buffalo Bills (9:26) Indianapolis Colts (13:42) Kansas City Chiefs (19:01) Tampa Bay Bucs (25:30) Los Angeles Chargers (31:50) Baltimore Ravens (39:14) New England Patriots (44:19) Minnesota Vikings (51:15) Denver Broncos (56:28) Pittsburgh Steelers (1:01:57) Philadelphia Eagles (1:06:49) Los Angeles Rams (1:13:15) Seattle Seahawks (1:19:30) Houston Texans Upgrade Your Performance with Orgain Creatine. Available at Amazon, Costco, Walmart & Whole Foods. Try ZipRecruiter FOR FREE at https://ziprecruiter.com/RINGERNFL The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit https://fanduel.com/playwithaplan to learn more about the resources and helplines. Host: Sheil Kapadia Guest: Diante Lee Producer: Chris Sutton Production Supervision: Conor Nevins and Arjuna Ramgopowell Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Ringer's Bill Simmons is joined by Kevin Wildes to discuss some new half-baked ideas. Then, Joe House joins the pod to help answer some mailbag questions from the listeners. Finally, Amanda Dobbins rants about being a Philadelphia sports wife to Rob Mahoney and Bill. (0:00) Intro (2:44) Half-baked ideas (01:00:59) Mailbag (02:13:00) Philadelphia Sports Wife rant Host: Bill Simmons Guests: Kevin Wildes, Joe House, Amanda Dobbins, and Rob Mahoney Producers: Chia Hao Tat and Eduardo Ocampo NBA 2K27 | Ball Over Everything 2026 Mazda CX-50. Designed for Safety. MazdaUSA.com The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit https://fanduel.com/playwithaplan to learn more about the resources and helplines Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Now that the dust has settled on the major offseason moves and key acquisitions, J. Kyle Mann and Michael Pina have decided to come up with their hierarchy for the Eastern Conference and rank where they think each team stands right now. Following their championship run, have the Knicks solidified their standing as top dog in the East? Now that Giannis has been traded from Milwaukee to Miami, have the Heat shot up their rankings? Where do the guys have the Sixers now that LeBron is headed to Philly? (00:00) Intro (6:30) 15-10 (55:00) 9-5 (1:19:00) 4-1 Hosts: J. Kyle Mann and Michael Pina Producers: Victoria Valencia, Clifford Augustin, and Ben Cruz Additional Production Support: John Richter and Chris Wohlers Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Ringer's Bill Simmons is joined by Mina Kimes to preview the NFL season before giving their QB rankings. Then, Billy Gil and Anthony Dabbundo hop on to react to the MLB trade deadline. Finally, David Shoemaker joins to react to SummerSlam Night 2, discuss WWE on ESPN, and talk about his new Hulk Hogan book, ‘Why Hulk Hogan Matters.' (0:00) Intro (2:51) 2026 NFL QB rankings with Mina Kimes (01:12:28) MLB trade deadline reactions with Billy Gil and Anthony Dabbundo (02:08:23) SummerSlam, WWE on ESPN, and Hulk Hogan with David Shoemaker Host: Bill Simmons Guests: Mina Kimes, Billy Gil, Anthony Dabbundo, and David Shoemaker Producers: Chia Hao Tat and Eduardo Ocampo SAP GROW. AI cloud ERP for any size business. Put ChatGPT to work on your most ambitious ideas and projects. Get started at https://ChatGPT.com by selecting Work mode. Available on Plus and Pro plans The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit https://fanduel.com/playwithaplan to learn more about the resources and helplines Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices