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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Joel Embiid blasts Bill Simmons & NBA media after losing MVP race
"If you're going to allow these type of people to vote for these awards, that's not fair."
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 staff unhappy at company hiring high-profile contractors over employees, marginalizing union
Bill Simmons unfollowing employees supporting the Ringer Union was also scrutinized.
Bill Simmons partnering with WWE on Vince McMahon documentary series for Netflix, but will it just be a PR puff piece?
The Vince McMahon doc series is a no-brainer for entertainment purposes, but will WWE actually allow it to be truthful?
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.
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.
Joe Buck tells Bill Simmons there will be an MLB season: “There’s just too much invested in this thing”
Buck and Simmons also discussed social media, three-man booths, and athletes who could make good broadcasters, among many topics.
Spotify will pay a reported $250 million for The Ringer
Bill Simmons got his asking price -- and more.
Spotify is officially buying The Ringer, boosting its sports and entertainment podcast offerings
A sale price was not announced, though Spotify is purchasing The Ringer's entire operation.
Bill Simmons’ Ringer Films and HBO partnering on 30 for 30-like music documentary series
"We don’t want to make music docs that just cover the beginning, middle and end of someone’s career."
