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Season 1

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Episodes (17)

Ep 1

Charles Barkley & Ben Affleck

2016-06-22•N/A

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.

Ep 2

Mark Cuban, Malcolm Gladwell & Bill Hader

2016-06-29•N/A

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.

Ep 3

Chris Bosh, Anthony Anderson & Joe Rogan

2016-07-06•N/A

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.

Ep 4

Aaron Rodgers

2016-07-13•N/A

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.

Ep 5

Danny McBride, Christina Hendricks & Michael K. W

2016-07-27•N/A

Bill talks with Danny McBride; argues 'Deflategate' before Judge Joe Brown; and sits down with Christina Hendricks and Michael K. Williams.

Ep 6

Caitlyn Jenner, J.J. Redick & Lamorne Morris

2016-08-03•N/A

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.

Ep 7

Ricky Williams & Seth Rogen

2016-08-10•N/A

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.

Ep 8

Jonah Hill, Jon Favreau & Wesley Morris

2016-08-17•N/A

Guests: Actor Jonah Hill, speechwriter Jon Favreau and writer Wesley Morris

Ep 9

Jay Glazer, DeMaurice Smith & Malcolm Gladwell

2016-09-07•N/A

NFL columnist Jay Glazer; executive director of the NFL Players Association DeMaurice Smith; journalist Malcolm Gladwell.

Ep 10

Joseph Gordon-Levitt, Cris Carter & Amy Trask

2016-09-14•N/A

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.

Ep 11

Kevin Durant & Nas

2016-09-21•N/A

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.

Ep 12

Charlamagne Tha God & Abby Wambach

2016-09-28•N/A

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.

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