A Crazy NBA Month With Zach Lowe, Plus Taylor Sheridan on Building a TV Empire and the Problems With Hollywood
6/29/20262 hr 45 min
The Ringer’s Bill Simmons and Zach Lowe go LIVE on Netflix to give their thoughts on the latest Jaylen Brown trade rumors before breaking down the Hornets trades, possible LeBron landing spots, and much more. Then, Taylor Sheridan joins the pod to talk about his new book, ‘How to Survive in Prison,’ before diving into his beginnings in screenwriting, how he works differently from others, and the success of his films and television shows.
(0:00) Intro
(1:15) Jaylen Brown trade rumors
(34:29) LaMelo Ball traded to the Wolves
(54:23) Miles Bridges to the Suns and other trade news
(01:26:40) Taylor Sheridan on his new book, screenwriting, and more!
Host: Bill Simmons
Guests: Zach Lowe and Taylor Sheridan
Producers: Chia Hao Tat, Eduardo Ocampo, and Chris Wohlers
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