Bill Simmons has been promoted to Spotify’s head of global sports content, a move with potential pros and cons
Simmons has shown ability to build networks in the past, but has also drawn controversy.
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NBA Awards voter Bill Simmons catches heat for saying “F–k Jalen Green”
“Now, the Houston people are going to be mad at me. I’m sorry. I like winning players, I’m sorry."
Bill Simmons gets quiet as Ryen Russillo mocks ESPN’s coverage of LeBron James
"Don’t tell me that. I don’t work on The Jump"
The Ringer and WWE are teaming up for a new audio network exclusive to Spotify
'The Masked Man Show' will be rebranded as 'The Ringer Wrestling Show.'
The Ringer Union ratifies collective bargaining agreement with Spotify
Recognized by management in 2019, the Ringer Union has ratified a CBA.
ESPN’s Mina Kimes helps celebrity chef David Chang win $1 million on ‘Who Wants to Be a Millionaire’
"Finally, my college education is justified!" said Kimes.
The Ringer staff unhappy at company hiring high-profile contractors over employees, marginalizing union
Bill Simmons unfollowing employees supporting the Ringer Union was also scrutinized.
Staffers at The Ringer coordinate a social media campaign in support of the Ringer Union
The union is pushing for salary minimums, pathways to promotion, and cost of living adjustments.
NBA reporter Jackie MacMullan to join The Ringer for podcasts, will remain at ESPN
MacMullan will host a narrative NBA podcast, while appearing on several of The Ringer's audio programs.
Bill Simmons on lack of Ringer podcast diversity: “It’s a business. This isn’t Open Mic Night.”
Bill Simmons remains under fire for a lack of overall diversity at The Ringer, most recently exposed by...
Ryen Russillo says he made a mistake and “did a bad job,” apologizes for tone in discussing George Floyd protests
Russillo made the remarks in question on The Bill Simmons Podcast Monday.
Bill Simmons apologizes for “misreading the moment” in discussing George Floyd protests with Ryen Russillo
Many viewed the conversation as tone-deaf, particularly Russillo's remarks on The Ringer's diversity.
Bill Simmons says he wants to “crush this moment” with Spotify in long interview with Vulture
"I’m at a point in my life where I really just want to win."
