List of episodes of the series «Any Given Wednesday with Bill Simmons»
- Seasons count: 1
- Episodes count: 16
Release date: 6/22/2016
Charles Barkley & Ben Affleck
- Episode number: 1
- Episode description: 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.
Release date: 6/29/2016
Mark Cuban, Malcolm Gladwell & Bill Hader
- Episode number: 2
- Episode description: 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.
Release date: 7/6/2016
Chris Bosh, Anthony Anderson & Joe Rogan
- Episode number: 3
- Episode description: 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.
Release date: 7/13/2016
Aaron Rodgers
- Episode number: 4
- Episode description: 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.
Release date: 7/27/2016
Danny McBride, Christina Hendricks & Michael K. W
- Episode number: 5
- Episode description: Bill talks with Danny McBride; argues 'Deflategate' before Judge Joe Brown; and sits down with Christina Hendricks and Michael K. Williams.
Release date: 8/3/2016
Caitlyn Jenner, J.J. Redick & Lamorne Morris
- Episode number: 6
- Episode description: 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.
Release date: 8/10/2016
Ricky Williams & Seth Rogen
- Episode number: 7
- Episode description: 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.
Release date: 8/17/2016
Jonah Hill, Jon Favreau & Wesley Morris
- Episode number: 8
- Episode description: Guests: Actor Jonah Hill, speechwriter Jon Favreau and writer Wesley Morris
Release date: 9/7/2016
Jay Glazer, DeMaurice Smith & Malcolm Gladwell
- Episode number: 9
- Episode description: NFL columnist Jay Glazer; executive director of the NFL Players Association DeMaurice Smith; journalist Malcolm Gladwell.
Release date: 9/14/2016
Joseph Gordon-Levitt, Cris Carter & Amy Trask
- Episode number: 10
- Episode description: 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.
Release date: 9/21/2016
Kevin Durant & Nas
- Episode number: 11
- Episode description: 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.
Release date: 9/28/2016
Charlamagne Tha God & Abby Wambach
- Episode number: 12
- Episode description: 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.
Release date: 10/5/2016
Episode 13
- Episode number: 13
Release date: 10/19/2016
Episode 14
- Episode number: 14
Release date: 10/26/2016
Episode 15
- Episode number: 15
Release date: 11/2/2016
Episode 16
- Episode number: 16