Any Given Wednesday with Bill Simmons - Season 1
1 - Charles Barkley & Ben Affleck
Air Date: June 22, 2016
In the premiere edition of this weekly talk show, Bill breaks down why LeBron James is truly 'one of one;' plus, Charles Barkley on why LeBron is still not in his Top 5 Greatest of All Time; and New England-native Ben Affleck talks movies, sports and Deflategate.
2 - Mark Cuban, Malcolm Gladwell & Bill Hader
Air Date: June 29, 2016
Bill has some ideas for 'Game of Thrones' to ponder over the summer; plus, NBA owner Mark Cuban and author Malcolm Gladwell discuss NBA team owners and why Mark Cuban won't be selling the Mavericks anytime soon; and Bill has some advice for Knicks fans who want to make their team great again.
3 - Chris Bosh, Anthony Anderson & Joe Rogan
Air Date: July 6, 2016
Bill chronicles the rise of UFC from its gritty Internet roots to billion dollar enterprise; Chris Bosh and Anthony Anderson break down Kevin Durant's move to the Golden State Warriors; UFC commentator Joe Rogan shares his expertise on Brock Lesnar and other UFC contenders.
4 - Aaron Rodgers
Air Date: July 13, 2016
After her 7th Wimbledon win, Bill explains why Serena Williams is able to rise above both on and off the tennis court; plus, a one-on-one conversation with Green Bay Packers QB Aaron Rodgers on concussions and more; Bill gives the belt to Tim Duncan.
5 - Danny McBride, Christina Hendricks & Michael K. W
Air Date: July 27, 2016
Bill talks with Danny McBride; argues 'Deflategate' before Judge Joe Brown; and sits down with Christina Hendricks and Michael K. Williams.
6 - Caitlyn Jenner, J.J. Redick & Lamorne Morris
Air Date: August 3, 2016
L.A. Clipper JJ Redick and 'New Girl' star Lamorne Morris sit with Bill to talk Team USA basketball past and present; Bill gives his take on fat athletes; and Olympic gold medalist Caitlyn Jenner discusses the current batch of decathletes, her Olympic career, politics and struggling with her identity.
7 - Ricky Williams & Seth Rogen
Air Date: August 10, 2016
Heisman Trophy winner Ricky Williams and New York Magazine's Rembert Browne chat about drug policies in the NFL; Bill breaks down the latest sports fan extortion, Personal Seat Licenses; 'Sausage Party' star Seth Rogen sits down with Bill to talk about the new raunchy animated comedy; Legendary stoners Seth Rogen and Ricky Williams talk trees with Bill during the 'Weed' Round.
8 - Jonah Hill, Jon Favreau & Wesley Morris
Air Date: August 17, 2016
Guests: Actor Jonah Hill, speechwriter Jon Favreau and writer Wesley Morris
9 - Jay Glazer, DeMaurice Smith & Malcolm Gladwell
Air Date: September 7, 2016
NFL columnist Jay Glazer; executive director of the NFL Players Association DeMaurice Smith; journalist Malcolm Gladwell.
10 - Joseph Gordon-Levitt, Cris Carter & Amy Trask
Air Date: September 14, 2016
Bill chats with former Raiders CEO Amy Trask and Pro Football Hall of Famer Cris Carter to talk NFL issues; Bill asks why 'Survivor' host Jeff Probst doesn't get his proper due; Joseph Gordon-Levitt talks about his career, playing Edward Snowden in his new film and shows off his Lakers pride.
11 - Kevin Durant & Nas
Air Date: September 21, 2016
Bill invites Vince Staples in to lay down a few 'Diss Tracks'; NBA MVP Kevin Durant discusses his move to Golden State, his relationship with Russell Westbrook and dealing with critics as legendary rapper Nas relates the world of hip-hop, his albums and dealing with 'beef'; KD and Nas stick around for a rapid-fire Speed Round.
12 - Charlamagne Tha God & Abby Wambach
Air Date: September 28, 2016
Bill and Radio Host Charlamagne Tha God break down this week's Winners and Losers. Bill explores why there is so much 'dead money' in collegiate athletics. Two-time Women's Soccer gold medalist Abby Wambach talks with Bill about her career, the sport and its future. Abby and Bill answer questions from the Mail Bag.
13 - Episode 13
Air Date: October 5, 2016
14 - Episode 14
Air Date: October 19, 2016
15 - Episode 15
Air Date: October 26, 2016
16 - Episode 16
Air Date: November 2, 2016