Best Average Book Report Podcasts (2025)

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How to Sell More Books in 2025 as a Self-Published Author | Tips from Book Strategist Steph Moon 🎙 47:17

19h ago47:17

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In this episode of The Bookum Nook Show, Book marketing strategist Stephanie Moon shares what’s working right now to help authors sell more books. Whether you’re self-published or traditionally published, this episode covers how to drive real sales, build an online presence, land media, and market your book with confidence. If you’ve ever wondered …

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#117: Part 2 With Imperial Twilight: Bill’s Apex Mountain, How Bill Can Make it As a Hollywood Mogul, Bill Should Launch a Book Publishing Co, and Why The Ringer Should Expand Into College Basketball 1:03:31

6d ago1:03:31

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Welcome to Part 2 with Imperial Twilight! We start talking Bill's next career steps - IP says Bill should livestream games similar to the ManningCast - an OG idea by Simmons himself. He could also do a tour of all 30 NBA arenas with a documentary crew following him. Ultimately Simmons needs to get the video-first Gen Z generation as fans; we’d love…

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#116: EMERGENCY FEUDCAST — Simmons & Russillo Land Nuclear Blast on Outkick's NBA Ratings Coverage; Clay Travis & Bobby Burack Respond With Tactical Strikes of Their Own — We Assess the Feud 41:04

9d ago41:04

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We have a sports media feud! We break down it all down on the show and assess who is right about NBA ratings. Enjoy!

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#115: Part 1 With Imperial Twilight: Did Bill Help Destroy Sportswriting? Plus, Bill's Evolution From Fan to Rich LA Insider, Why Hasn't He Been Cancelled & Challenging Russillo's Tape Grinding Claims 1:06:57

10d ago1:06:57

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Welcome to Episode #115! We had on fellow podcaster Imperial Twilight and went for over two hours - so like our recent two episodes, we're breaking this into two parts. We kick off Part 1 by talking about Bill's background - how much of his persona is real and how much has he exaggerated his Boston fanhood over the years? Imperial thinks Bill's eve…

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#114: Part 2 With David Quiñones: Bill's Best Guests, Why Russillo Likely Stays at The Ringer, Our Decades Long Bill Gripe, Rings Culture Patient Zero, and The Future Legacy of Today's Gambling Craze 1:12:22

15d ago1:12:22

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Welcome to Episode #114! This is part two of our excellent conversation with journalist David Quiñones. David opines on what he feels are under-appreciated guests on the BS Pod; he likes Bill with Sean Fennessey and Mallory Rubin. We then discuss how it's odd people don't mention The Ringer and Barstool in the same breath when they have overlapping…

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Reporting Book News, Trends, Recommendations & Changing Media w/ USA Today’s Clare Mulroy 47:39

16d ago47:39

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In this interview, USA Today's Clare Mulroy talks about the world of book news, trends, recommendations, and the changing media landscape. She discusses her path into book reporting and the future of journalism in the book world, along with her passion for literature and media. Timestamps: 1:04 - Hunger Games 2:02 - Midnight Releases 4:02 - Early R…

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#113: Part 1 With David Quiñones: Bill's Lasting Impact on Sports Journalism, The Evolution of Player Coverage, The Generational Divide in Sports Media, and Why Does Bill Hate Mid-Tier NBA Stars? 1:33:47

18d ago1:33:47

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Welcome to Episode #113! We bring on David Quiñones, a Miami-based podcaster and former sportswriter at the Miami Herald. David combines a deep history with Bill Simmons with his vast experience of working in media and sports media specifically, and the result is one of the r/BS Pod's best episodes yet. We recorded for 2 hours and 45 minutes, so I …

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#112: Nadir Canyon Masters Pods - Has Bill Lost Touch With the Average Sports Fan? Plus, Bill's Failure to Adapt, His Lost Interviewing Skills, and Why His Hot Takes Have Gotten Much Worse 1:10:21

22d ago1:10:21

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Welcome to Episode #112! We bring on Mike from Twitter for a classic r/BS Pod rip. Mike and I assess the current state of Bill Simmons and his content and identify some issues that have caused us - former listeners of every one of his pods - to drop off considerably. We start with the thesis that Bill has lost touch with the average sports fan and …

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How Good Was Larry Bird Really? Indiana HS Days, Boston Celtics & Magic Johnson | Randy Mills 1:16:28

24d ago1:16:28

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How good was Larry Bird really? In this interview with author and historian Randy Mills, we go deep into Larry Bird’s high school days in Indiana, his sudden rise to stardom, his time at Indiana State, and the rivalry that shaped basketball history with Magic Johnson. We also discuss how Bob Knight nearly coached Bird, why Boston was the perfect ci…

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Book Publishing Process + Social Media Marketing | Megan (BooksNblazers) of Penguin Random House 🎙 33:54

1M ago33:54

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Ever wondered how books actually get published—and how to market them in today’s social media world? In this episode, we sit down with Megan (BooksNblazers) of Penguin Random House to break down the book publishing process, content creation, and how authors can grow online. Whether you're an aspiring author, book content creator, or just curious ab…

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#111: Best & Worst Case Bill Simmons NBA Playoff Scenarios, More Zach Lowe to The Ringer Coverage, and NBA Twitter Stories with @HubieTalksHoops 1:32:56

1M ago1:32:56

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Welcome to Episode #111! We bring back @HubieTalksHoops for a wide-ranging show talking Bill Simmons, NBA, sports media and more. We first continue our ongoing coverage of Zach Lowe to The Ringer, where Hubie hits on some points we haven't discussed over the last few episodes. We also get his view on how Lowe fits with Russillo and whether Ryen wil…

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#110: Lowe vs. Russillo, GM Bill vs. Content Creator Bill & Stephen A vs. LeBron; Plus, is PMT the Evolutionary BS Report & What's The Ringer's Salary Cap Strategy? 1:08:02

1M ago1:08:02

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We bring back Aaron from Episode #100 for a wide-ranging and fast-paced r/BS Pod rip hitting on Bill Simmons current events including Zach Lowe signing with The Ringer - what's the salary cap hit and will The Ringer make any moves in response? Plus, who's more valuable, Lowe or Russillo? We also hit on Pardon My Take's NFL-centric approach and recu…

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Morgan DeBaun Reveals How to Rewrite Your Rules for Lasting Entrepreneurial Success & Wealth 🎙 42:25

1M ago42:25

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In this episode of the Founders Talk Podcast, Morgan DeBaun, CEO of Blavity Inc. AfroTech and author of our April Founders Club Book Pick Rewrite Your Rules, shares powerful insights on entrepreneurship, lasting success, and building wealth. Morgan discusses how to rewrite the rules for success, balancing intensity and joy, the secrets to avoiding …

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#109: EMERGENCY POD — Zach Lowe Joins The Ringer 26:36

1M ago26:36

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Incredible news today - Zach is back! We break it down from every angle. Enjoy!

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#108: LeBron on McAfee Reaction: What it Means for Bill, Stephen A, ESPN, the NBA Media Landscape and LeBron's Legacy 1:25:18

1M ago1:25:18

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Welcome to Episode 108! We bring on recurring guest Chenny (Episodes #102, #80, #75) to break down the interview heard 'round the sports world this week: LeBron on McAfee. This had wide ranging implications on sports and sports media, and we get into everything - including LeBron's specific choice to do this on McAfee, him being as open and uncut a…

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Will Packer on ‘Who Better Than You?’ Book: Film Financing, Dreaming Big & Healthy Arrogance 32:55

1M ago32:55

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In this exclusive interview, Will Packer, NY Times Bestselling Author of Who Better Than You?, shares invaluable insights on film financing, dreaming big, and developing healthy arrogance for success. As a blockbuster film producer, Will has grossed over $1 billion worldwide at the box office, with 10 movies opening at #1, including: Stomp The Yard…

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#107: NBA vs. March Madness Fanhood - Why Can't We Like Both? Plus, Bill Doubling Down on NBA vs. Pardon My Take Going Broad - What's the Better Strategy? And Bill Simmons Sliding Doors Moments 1:13:15

2M ago1:13:15

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Welcome to Episode 107! We bring on a frequent contributor from r/BillSimmons - he's staying anonymous - for a classic r/BS Pod rip. We haven't had one in awhile and boy it feels great to be back. We start off the show talking NBA vs. March Madness, with Bill Simmons leading the charge that you can't really enjoy both. We discuss the reasons for th…

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The King of Groove: John Robinson Talks Quincy Jones, Michael Jackson, Off the Wall & Iconic Hits 59:47

2M ago59:47

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In this episode, we sit down with the legendary John Robinson, the most recorded drummer in modern music history. Known for his work with musical icons like Quincy Jones, Michael Jackson, and Steve Winwood, John gives us an exclusive look into his career, his new book The King of Groove, and the stories behind some of the most iconic hits of all ti…

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ImpeachThePres.com (562)804-5625 9:39

2M ago9:39

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Take One (and only): Replace Electric Vehicle IDea with HYBRIDS: Why? Existing HYBRIDS could be inherited by Corp leets wanting to go 100% ELECTYRIC (I say "digital" in the podcast. Error Number 2: I state that PMG DeJoy's wife states whe was a Sogt Power for BUSH (but Trump wanted her as Ambassador to Canada his first term, remember?)…

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How Reading Changed My Life l Jerid P. Woods (@ABlackManReading) on The Power of Books & Truth 1:08:56

2M ago1:08:56

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Join us on the Book Creators Talk Podcast as Jerid P. Woods, the force behind A Black Man Reading, shares his journey from devouring Little Golden Books at age 3 to becoming a cultural catalyst for creative resistance. In this raw, unfiltered conversation, he dives into: Early Reading & Moments That Made Him Come Alive: From 50 pages an hour to lif…

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#106: Why Was 'Around the Horn' Cancelled — and Why We Used to Love it 33:08

2M ago33:08

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This week Around the Horn announced their last show will be May 23rd. Sports fans lit up Twitter with fond memories of growing up watching OG legends Woody Paige, Jay Mariotti, Tim Cowlishaw, J.A. Adande, Bill Plashcke, Kevin Blackistone, Jackie Mac, Bob Ryan and more banter on their screen every afternoon. In today's show, we look back at what mad…

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What No One Wants to Say About Books – Traci Thomas on Pop Culture & 2025 Trends 40:05

2M ago40:05

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In this candid conversation, Traci Thomas, host of The Stacks podcast, shares her unfiltered thoughts on the literary world, pop culture, and what readers can expect in 2025. From her personal writing philosophy to her favorite book-to-screen adaptations, Traci offers insights that challenge conventional views and spark meaningful discussions. Char…

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#105: Stop Being an NBA Doomer — Ratings are Fine and the League is in Excellent Financial Shape 50:39

3M ago50:39

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There's been a lot of discussion about NBA ratings this season. Given my background in sports media, I discuss why this is misguided and that the NBA is actually in excellent shape. We discuss the new TV rights deal, how the media partners make money, what variables will be needed to judge the new deal, and the advantages that the NBA brings to NBC…

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#104: ESPN Insider Comes on to Talk Bill Simmons at Grantland and Where Bill Ranks on the ESPN Pyramid, Plus Bill Simmons Current Events — What Was That Termine & Eddie Johnson Pod?? 1:28:58

3M ago1:28:58

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Welcome to Episode 104! We bring on Mike (@SpringerProject) from Twitter for a classic r/BS Pod rip. We start off discussing Bill Simmons current events, with Mike actually defending the Termine & Eddie Johnson pod - wait, what?? Then we get into Mike's time at ESPN and discuss the formation of and disintegration of Grantland - this is must listen …

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#103: A Review of Katie Nolan's New Podcast "Casuals" 1:40:35

3M ago1:40:35

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Welcome to Episode 103! We bring on previous guests Mike (Episode 73) and Chanch (Episode 98) for a 3-man weave reviewing Katie Nolan's new podcast. It's a concept we've wanted to do for awhile - a podcast reviewing another podcast - and what better show to start with than someone who goes back deep in Bill Simmons lore and, in many ways, is attemp…

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How Writers Get Noticed: Randy Winston on Publishing, Fiction & The Black List 49:05

3M ago49:05

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In this episode, I sit down with Randy Winston, Creative Director of Fiction at The Black List, to discuss the publishing industry, the craft of writing, and how writers can stand out. We dive into the creative process, the role of The Black List in fiction, traditional vs. hybrid publishing, and what truly makes a great fiction story. If you're a …

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#102: EMERGENCY POD — Luka Gets Traded and Bill & Russillo Record the Greatest Podcast of All-Time 1:29:44

3M ago1:29:44

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Welcome to Episode 102! We bring back 3-time guests Flex and Chenny to react to the insane Luka trade and epic masterpiece from Russillo, Bill and Rob Mahoney, who recorded an emergency 3-man weave as soon as the trade happened Saturday night. We break it all down: the trade, the pod, Bill's juice, Russillo's virtuoso performance (yes, this is his …

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What History Gets Wrong About Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. | Pulitzer Prize Author Jonathan Eig 🎙 44:04

3M ago44:04

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In this exclusive interview, Pulitzer Prize-winning author Jonathan Eig joins us to discuss his groundbreaking biography, King: A Life. We dive deep into the real Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.—his struggles, triumphs, and the misconceptions that history has perpetuated. 📌 Timestamps: 1:04 - MLK Day in 2025 2:34 - Montgomery Bus Boycott 4:03 - MLK Sr.’…

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Lupita Aquino (@lupita.reads) on Latine Lit, Community, and Navigating the Bookish World | 🎙 54:56

4M ago54:56

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In this episode of the Book Creators Talk Podcast, we sit down with Lupita Aquino (@lupita.reads), a passionate advocate for Latine literature and vibrant bookish content creator. Known for her work uplifting diverse voices through the #ReadLatineLit Challenge and La Comunidad Reads Book Club, Lupita shares her journey, creative process, and insigh…

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#101: EMERGENCY POD — Bill Simmons to Re-Sign with Spotify; Plus, is an ESPN Reunion Coming, and is Zach Lowe Joining The Ringer? 42:10

4M ago42:10

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Welcome to Episode #101! The Podfather is staying at Spotify, and thus we break down all the angles. Plus, reports indicate he may work with ESPN again, and we assess whether Zach Lowe is now planning on joining The Ringer. Enjoy!

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#100: EMERGENCY POD — Big Cat Grew Up a Boston Sports Fan 1:04:34

4M ago1:04:34

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Welcome to episode 100! We bring on 3-time guest Chris (Episodes 93 & 95) and first time guest Aaron (who's pod I guested on last week) to discuss, so far, the sports media story of the year: Big Cat grew up a Boston sports fan. That's right, the Pardon My Take co-host grew up right outside of Boston and only started rooting for Chicago teams after…

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#99: Why Bill Remains So Popular Despite a Content Drop-off, is Pardon My Take the Evolutionary Page 2 Bill, Reacting to Ric Bucher's Comments, and a Theory on Why Bill's Takes Have Become So Wonky 1:33:43

4M ago1:33:43

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Welcome to Episode 99! We bring on @T_sizzle71 from Twitter for a classic r/BS Pod show. We've focused on NBA ratings for the last couple episodes and had a welcome return to this podcast's roots talking all things Bill Simmons. We start off discussing our backgrounds with Bill, both finding him on ESPN.com in the early 2000s and listening to "Eye …

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#98: A Foolproof Way to Lift NBA Ratings and Solve the League's Regular Season Issues; Plus, Did Zach Lowe Ruin Basketball? 1:43:30

4M ago1:43:30

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Welcome to Episode 98! We bring on Chanch and Kyle from TikTok, who are brothers in real life, for another classic r/BS Pod 3-man weave. We start off talking our history with Bill Simmons (0:00-9:15) before Chanch and Kyle introduce their foolproof way to fix the NBA (9:15-58:30). They've been perfecting this idea for over a decade, which primarily…

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How Tanya Sam Grew a 10K+ Book Club and Started a Publishing Company for Women’s Stories l 🎙 59:02

5M ago59:02

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In this episode of the Founders Talk Podcast, Tanya Sam shares her incredible journey from building a 10K+ member book club to launching a publishing company focused on amplifying women’s voices. Tanya opens up about her entrepreneurial path, the importance of community, and her mission to support diverse voices in publishing. If you’re a female en…

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#97: The 3-Man Weave Returns — Why are NBA Ratings in Decline, and What Can the League Do About it? 1:25:35

5M ago1:25:35

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Welcome to Episode 97, where we bring back r/BS Pod favorites JF (Episodes 71 & 83) and TikTokInvestors (Episode 27) for a classic 3-man weave. We discuss the topic that's taken over NBA Media: Why are NBA ratings down? JF & TikTok expand on a variety of reasons highlighted by the NBA Twitter community but also detail several additional reasons tha…

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The Evolution of Taylor Swift's Style: Sarah Chapelle on What Her Fashion Says About Her Music Eras 49:54

5M ago49:54

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Dive into the fascinating world of Taylor Swift’s style in this episode of the Bookum Author Talks Podcast! We’re joined by Sarah Chapelle, author of Taylor Swift Style, and special guest host Hannah Lisa Lohr, creator of the MoodyReaders Book Club. Together, we explore how Taylor’s fashion evolution reflects her music eras, iconic looks, and story…

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2024 Election Insights with Sharon McMahon: What to Expect + 'The Small & The Mighty' 1:02:31

6M ago1:02:31

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In this episode of Author Talks, we sit down with Sharon McMahon—renowned government educator and author of the #1 New York Times bestseller 'The Small & The Mighty'—to discuss the 2024 U.S. Presidential Election, what to expect on Election Day, Unsung American Heroes and much more. Get your copy of "The Small & The Mighty" by Sharon McMahon Today …

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Paul Scheer on 'The League,' Healing from Trauma, and Comedic Hollywood Stories l Author Talks 🎙 1:09:13

6M ago1:09:13

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In this episode, we discuss Paul Scheer's new book "Joyful Recollections of Trauma", starring in the show, The League, comedian's dark sides, and the personal stories he shares in his new book. Paul is author of the New Times Bestselling Book Joyful Recollections of Trauma. He is also the cohost of two podcast: How Did This Get Made Unspooled Podca…

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#96: Bill in Shambles as JJ Redick & the Lakers Start 3-0 38:57

6M ago38:57

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We review the history of Bill Simmons and JJ Redick, dating back to 2010, that's led to Bill severely doubting the 2024 Lakers and saying JJ was a lunatic for taking the job - and why he's likely infuriated at their hot start.

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How Online Book Culture is Changing According to Alina 1:08:01

7M ago1:08:01

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In this episode of Creators Talk Podcast, Alina, the creator behind According to Alina, shares her unique perspective on the rapidly evolving online book culture. We dive into her journey from growing up in Europe to becoming a content creator known for her insightful commentary on everything from overconsumption in BookTok to the nuances of being …

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#95: The Ringer's New Hires — What This Means for NFL & NBA Coverage; Do They Need Zach Lowe? Plus, Nadir Canyon Guess the Lines Needs a Format Change, and Bill Appears Ready to Re-Sign With Spotify 1:05:37

7M ago1:05:37

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Welcome to Episode 95! We bring back Doug from Episode 70 and Chris from Episode 93 for a timely 3-man weave. We start off discussing the recent Ringer news: Why we like these additions, and how they should fit into and improve their NBA and NFL coverage. The Ringer's NBA roster is now robust - do they even need Zach Lowe? And how is their NFL rost…

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#94: EMERGENCY POD — The Ringer Hires Todd McShay, Kirk Goldsberry and Dave Jacoby 38:14

7M ago38:14

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Welcome to Episode 94! We break down The Ringer bringing on Todd McShay, Kirk Goldsberry, Dave Jacoby and Joel Anderson, including: — Why these hires make a lot of sense — What this says about the evolution of podcasting — Why Bill is more likely to re-sign with Spotify now — Why Zach Lowe is still a long shot to sign with Bill Enjoy!…

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#93: We Review "Mr. McMahon" — Grading the Doc, Where it Ranks on a 30 for 30 Scale, How WWE & Netflix Come Out, Should it Have Gone Harder on Vince, Bill's Doc Legacy in 2024 and Doc Winners & Losers 1:16:37

7M ago1:16:37

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Welcome to Episode 93! We bring on Chris from Twitter (@tbrodude) to dive into Bill's new Vince McMahon doc on Netflix. Over the course of the show we answer several questions, including: - Our grade on an A-F scale and vs. 30 for 30s and Bill's Andre the Giant HBO doc - How various groups (hardcore fans, casuals) are viewing the doc, and who the d…

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#92: EMERGENCY POD — Zach Lowe Fired by ESPN 29:55

7M ago29:55

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Wow! Shocking news has hit the NBA. We break it all down — why was Zach fired, where will he land next, will he reunite with Bill Simmons, what this says about the current state of ESPN, and a lot more. Enjoy!

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Postmaster Louis DeJoy Election Mail Appropriations 7:03

7M ago7:03

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Hannah Lisa Lohr on Building Her Home Library, Moody Reads, and Support Book Content Creators l 🎙 56:11

7M ago56:11

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Our guest today on the Creators Talk Podcast is the exceptional Hannah Lisa Lohr. @HannahLisaLohr , formerly the paperback Bruncher, is a book content creator and the host of the MoodyReaders Book Club. Hannah is a book enthusiast, a twilight fan, will travel for books and has a spectacular home library! Timestamp: 0:55 - Intro 1:22 - Building Home…

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#91: The Definitive 'Any Given Wednesday' Retrospective — A Complete Breakdown of the Worst Show in HBO History 2:42:36

8M ago2:42:36

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Welcome to Episode 91! We bring on Scott from Twitter (@Cap_tain_Ron) to focus all of our attention this episode on Any Given Wednesday, the short-lived, Bill Simmons-hosted, 2016 HBO sports late night show. It remains an enigma to this day given how bad it was, a shocking career failure for Bill Simmons, who came into HBO at the peak of his powers…

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#90: Assessing Bill's Recent NFL Takes & Guests, Simmons Free Agency Watch Heats Up, KOC to Yahoo Reaction, Kamala on the BS Pod...Trump on Russillo? Plus, our First Snake Draft of Best BS Pod Guests 1:17:22

8M ago1:17:22

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Welcome to Episode 90! We bring on a new 3-man weave with Joe from Twitter and Steve Franklin (@myguysteve) who join the pod for a laugh-filled episode. We discuss Bill's recent NFL pods and guests, speculate on his next move, suggest a game changing guest for Russillo, and do our first Ringer Snake Draft, with each of us drafting a team of BS Pod …

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#89: EMERGENCY POD — Kevin O'Connor Leaves The Ringer for Yahoo Sports; Plus, Todd McShay to The Ringer? 29:26

8M ago29:26

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Welcome to the latest r/BS Pod! KOC has officially left The Ringer for Yahoo Sports and we break it all down - what does it mean for him & The Ringer, why did it happen, how does it relate to Solak and others leaving and Todd McShay joining, and what's the current and future state of The Ringer? Enjoy!…

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#88: The Evolution of Bill Simmons and Sports Media, and the State of the BS Pod & Content Creation Overall in a Sports Gambling World; Plus, Fans Want More Authenticity From Bill 1:16:50

8M ago1:16:50

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Welcome to Episode 88! We bring on Nick from Twitter (@NickZararis) and a wide variety of sports media ventures for an excellent discussion on the changes of Bill Simmons and the sports media landscape over the years. Theme 1: Bill not doing the research anymore or watching the games - he was better prepared to cover the NFL and NBA as a columnist …

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