The Ryen Russillo Podcast

Russillo opens by recapping Week 5 of the NFL season and giving his biggest winners and losers (1:39). Then, he recaps the Texas-Oklahoma matchup, discusses Miami’s loss, and breaks down his top 12 (25:24). He is then joined by Todd McShay to talk about the 49ers' dominance, Fred Warner, and how to build around a rookie quarterback (42:19). Finally, the guys close it out with some listener-submitted Life Advice questions (90:43). The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please check out theringer.com/RG to find out more or listen to the end of the episode for additional details. Host: Ryen Russillo Guest: Todd McShay Producers: Steve Ceruti, Kyle Crichton, and Stefan Anderson Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Russillo starts by discussing Justin Fields’s resurgence the past two weeks and how that could affect Caleb Williams (1:00). Next, he’s joined by Super Bowl champion and Fox Sports host Willie Colon to break down QB play throughout the league and discuss the challenges of the New York media (14:00). Finally, Ceruti and Kyle join to make this week’s Alliance Parlay (49:00) before closing the show with some listener-submitted Life Advice questions (53:00). The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please check out theringer.com/RG to find out more or listen to the end of the episode for additional details. Host: Ryen Russillo Guest: Willie Colon Producers: Steve Ceruti, Kyle Crichton, and Mike Wargon Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Ryen starts the show by acknowledging the redemption stories of Baker Mayfield and Jared Goff and James Harden’s rift with Philly upon his arrival at training camp (01:37). Three-time Super Bowl champ Julian Edelman joins the show to discuss the high-flying Dolphins motion offense, the development of Mac Jones, and what it's like critiquing players in the media as a former player (22:45). We’ve got Life Advice! Ceruti has a mustache look he’s thinking about keeping, and one guy sulks about missing out on having a real college experience (58:42). The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please check out theringer.com/RG to find out more or listen to the end of the episode for additional details. Host: Ryen Russillo Guest: Julian Edelman Producers: Cliff Augustin, Steve Ceruti, and Kyle Crichton Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Russillo opens by recapping Week 4 of the NFL season and giving his biggest winners and losers (0:43). Then, he breaks down his top 12, and the guys recap their trip to Oxford, Mississippi (19:00). He is then joined by Todd McShay to talk about the Bills, CJ Stroud, and why Shadeur Sanders is special (49:22). Finally, the guys close it out with some listener-submitted Life Advice questions (102:04). The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please check out theringer.com/RG to find out more or listen to the end of the episode for additional details. Ryen on ‘The Bill Simmons Podcast’: https://open.spotify.com/episode/69Ozy8InYbVnuzKNWrpQrI?si=3871a08352ff4bab Host: Ryen Russillo Guest: Todd McShay Producers: Steve Ceruti, Kyle Crichton, and Stefan Anderson Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Russillo opens with Dame Lillard to the Bucks, where it puts Milwaukee in the East, and why the coverage around the Heat’s pursuit of Dame was completely wrong (00:43). Then, he chats with former NFL quarterback and current quarterbacks coach Jordan Palmer about a bunch of quarterback stuff, including the moment Palmer knew Joe Burrow was special, Justin Fields’s future, how good Caleb Williams will be from day one, and more (13:45). Finally, the guys make their Week 5 CFB Alliance Parlay picks (56:43) before closing it out with some listener-submitted Life Advice questions (01:07:00). The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming, please checkout theringer.com/RG to find out more or listen to the end of the episode for additional details. Host: Ryen Russillo Guest: Jordan Palmer Producer: Cliff Augustin Additional Production Supervision: Kyle Chricton & Steve Ceruti Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Russillo opens by recapping Week 3 of the NFL season and giving his biggest winners and losers (0:36). Then, he breaks down Week 4 of the college football season, his top 12, and the Ohio State–Notre Dame matchup (14:00). He is then joined by Todd McShay to talk about the QB prospects for the 2024 NFL draft, Marvin Harrison Jr., and Oregon-Colorado (29:33). Finally, the guys close it out with some listener-submitted Life Advice questions (69:37). The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please check out theringer.com/RG to find out more or listen to the end of the episode for additional details. Get your tickets to the live Russillo show in Oxford, Mississippi, on Friday, Sept. 29, before LSU–Ole Miss! https://wl.seetickets.us/event/The-Ryen-Russillo-Podcast/565925?afflky=LyricOxford Host: Ryen Russillo Guest: Todd McShay Producers: Steve Ceruti, Kyle Crichton, and Stefan Anderson Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Russillo starts by sharing his thoughts on both quarterbacks following the 49ers win over the Giants on ‘TNF’ (1:00). Next, he’s joined by The Ringer’s Van Lathan to discuss their favorite college towns and forecast Colorado's future (20:00). Finally, Ceruti and Kyle join to make this week’s Alliance Parlay (13:00) before closing the show with some listener-submitted Life Advice questions (59:00). The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please check out theringer.com/RG to find out more or listen to the end of the episode for additional details. Host: Ryen Russillo Guest: Van Lathan Producers: Steve Ceruti, Kyle Crichton, and Mike Wargon Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Ryen is joined by Big Cat from Barstool to talk about Roman Empire and World War II history (2:04), Deion Sanders changing the landscape of college football at Colorado (31:00), and sports city trades (42:22). Would Patrick Mahomes be worth an entire NBA franchise? Plus, they give life advice to a guy getting punked at the gym and tell an OnlyFans story (52:17). The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming, please check out theringer.com/RG to find out more, or listen to the end of the episode for additional details. Host: Ryen Russillo Guest: Barstool Big Cat Producers: Steve Ceruti and Cliff Augustin Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Russillo opens by recapping Week 2 of the NFL season and giving his biggest winners and losers (0:59). Then, he breaks down Week 3 of the college football season, his top 12, and Colorado (21:55). He is then joined by ESPN’s Greg McElroy to talk about his rankings on the season, Michael Penix Jr., and the latest on Alabama (35:36). Finally, the guys close it out with some listener-submitted Life Advice questions (67:06). The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please check out theringer.com/RG to find out more or listen to the end of the episode for additional details. Get your tickets to the live Russillo show in Oxford, MS before LSU-Ole Miss on Friday, September 29th! https://wl.seetickets.us/event/The-Ryen-Russillo-Podcast/565925?afflky=LyricOxford Host: Ryen Russillo Guest: Greg McElroy Producers: Steve Ceruti, Kyle Crichton, and Stefan Anderson Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Russillo begins by questioning the Eagles' dominance this season despite their 2-0 start (1:00). Next, he’s joined by Sports Illustrated's Albert Breer to talk about Aaron Rodgers's injury, Tyreek Hill’s improved route tree, and more (11:00). Then, former Stanford coach David Shaw joins the show to share his thoughts on the future of college football conferences and what might come next for his coaching career (47:00). Finally, Ceruti and Kyle join to make this week’s Alliance Parlay (1:15:00) before closing the show with some listener-submitted Life Advice questions (1:19:00). The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please check out theringer.com/RG to find out more or listen to the end of the episode for additional details. Host: Ryen Russillo Guests: Albert Breer and David Shaw Producers: Steve Ceruti, Kyle Crichton, and Mike Wargon Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Ryen starts out the pod discussing how devastating the Aaron Rodgers injury is to the Jets fanbase and shows empathy towards Jets fans before getting into people turning on Josh Allen now (00:44). Then, he’s joined by North Carolina head football coach Mack Brown to discuss potential top pick Drake Maye, Texas's win over Alabama and life in college football with NIL (13:55). Next, he chats with author Darrell Hartman about his book "Battle of Ink and Ice" (39:17). And finally, the guys close it out with some listener-submitted life advice questions including a wild story involving jungle juice (1:12:02). The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please check out theringer.com/RG to find out more or listen to the end of the episode for additional details. Host: Ryen Russillo Guests: Mack Brown and Darrell Hartman Producers: Steve Ceruti, Kyle Crichton, and Cliff Augustin Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Russillo opens by recapping Week 1 of the NFL and giving his biggest winners and losers (1:13). Then, he breaks down Week 2 of the college football season, his top 12, and what Bama’s loss to Texas means (18:20). Finally, the guys close it out with some listener-submitted Life Advice questions (36:22). Host: Ryen Russillo Producers: Steve Ceruti, Kyle Crichton, and Stefan Anderson Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Russillo gives a day-by-day account of his solo summer trip to Spain. Host: Ryen Russillo Producers: Kyle Crichton and Steve Ceruti The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming, please checkout theringer.com/RG to find out more or listen to the end of the episode for additional details. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Russillo opens the show with his takeaways from Lions-Chiefs and shares his Super Bowl picks for the season (1:00). Next, he’s joined by The Ringer’s Sheil Kapadia to talk through his trade value rankings and go through some mock trade scenarios (14:00). Then, Ceruti and Kyle join to make this week’s Alliance Parlay (52:00) before they close the show with some listener-submitted Life Advice questions (57:00). The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please check out theringer.com/RG to find out more or listen to the end of the episode for additional details. Host: Ryen Russillo Guest: Sheil Kapadia Producers: Steve Ceruti, Kyle Crichton, and Mike Wargon Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Russillo opens with Colorado’s huge Week 1 win over TCU, Shedeur Sanders’s play at QB, Deion Sanders dealing with the media, and if the Buff can be for real this season (1:00). Next, he chats with FOX CFB Analyst and former Colorado QB Joel Klatt for more about the Buffs' short- and long-term outlook, his initial reaction to Deion taking over as the team’s head coach, and some other Week 1 news in college football, including LSU-FSU (18:00). Finally, the guys close it out with some listener-submitted life advice emails (51:00). The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please check out theringer.com/RG to find out more or listen to the end of the episode for additional details. Host: Ryen Russillo Guests: Joel Klatt Producers: Steve Ceruti, Kyle Crichton, and Mike Wargon Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Russillo kicks off the show with a look at the NFL’s dominance after its future was questioned not too long ago (1:00). Then, he’s joined by NFL Network’s Daniel Jeremiah to preview the start of the season (17:00) and discuss the biggest college prospects (40:00). Next, skateboarding legend Tony Hawk comes on to share stories from his early life (50:00) and give a glimpse into how 'Tony Hawk’s Pro Skater' got made (66:00). Last, the guys close it out with some listener-submitted Life Advice questions (84:00). The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please check out theringer.com/RG to find out more or listen to the end of the episode for additional details. Host: Ryen Russillo Guests: Daniel Jeremiah and Tony Hawk Producers: Steve Ceruti, Kyle Crichton, and Mike Wargon Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Russillo kicks off the show with the annual look at the quarterback depth charts before cutdown day (0:42). Then he is joined by The Athletic’s Chris Vannini, who discusses the long-term effects of college football conference realignment (13:28). Last, the guys close it out with some listener-submitted Life Advice questions (47:23). The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please check out theringer.com/RG to find out more or listen to the end of the episode for additional details. Host: Ryen Russillo Guest: Chris Vannini Producers: Steve Ceruti, Kyle Crichton, and Brian H. Waters Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Russillo is joined by Sirius XM’s Danny Kanell to discuss his potential College Football Playoff, Georgia reign, Wisconsin, and Caleb Williams (0:35). Finally, the guys close it out with some listener-submitted Life Advice questions (63:11). The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please check out theringer.com/RG to find out more or listen to the end of the episode for additional details. Host: Ryen Russillo Guest: Danny Kanell Producers: Steve Ceruti, Kyle Crichton, and Stefan Anderson Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

It's finally here: The inaugural Friday Feedback episode! Ryen answers emails from listeners for an entire hour. Host: Ryen Russillo Producers: Kyle Crichton and Steve Ceruti The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming, please checkout theringer.com/RG to find out more or listen to the end of the episode for additional details. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

It's all Life Advice! Van Lathan joins Ryen, Kyle, and Ceruti to answer some listener-submitted Life Advice questions. Host: Ryen Russillo Guest: Van Lathan Producers: Kyle Crichton and Steve Ceruti The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming, please checkout theringer.com/RG to find out more or listen to the end of the episode for additional details. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Russillo is joined by author David Grann to discuss his book 'Killers of the Flower Moon,' the upcoming Martin Scorsese film adaptation, and more (0:31). Then, Ryen answers some listener-submitted Life Advice questions (31:25). Host: Ryen Russillo Guest: David Grann Producers: Kyle Crichton and Steve Ceruti The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming, please checkout theringer.com/RG to find out more or listen to the end of the episode for additional details. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Russillo is joined by the president of the NBA G League, Shareef Abdur-Rahim, to talk about the growth of the league, young players who choose the league over college, and what separates the guys who make it to the NBA. Plus, they chat about his unique NBA career (0:30). Finally, the guys close it out with some listener-submitted Life Advice questions (26:03). Host: Ryen Russillo Guest: Shareef Abdur-Rahim Producers: Steve Ceruti, Kyle Crichton, and Stefan Anderson Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Russillo is joined by Super Bowl champion Ndamukong Suh to discuss what NFL training camp is like for a veteran, his most recent journey to the Super Bowl with the Eagles, his college career at Nebraska, the toughest QBs he has faced, and more (0:29). Then, Ryen answers some listener-submitted Life Advice questions (32:48). Host: Ryen Russillo Guest: Ndamukong Suh Producers: Kyle Crichton and Steve Ceruti The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming, please checkout theringer.com/RG to find out more or listen to the end of the episode for additional details. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Russillo is joined by Mike Sando of The Athletic to discuss his annual QB tiers in which 50 league insiders vote to rank all 30 veteran starting QBs (0:20). Then Ryen answers some listener-submitted Life Advice questions (48:47). Host: Ryen Russillo Guest: Mike Sando Producers: Kyle Crichton and Steve Ceruti The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming, please checkout theringer.com/RG to find out more or listen to the end of the episode for additional details. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Russillo shares his thoughts on Jaylen Brown's massive supermax contract and why it actually makes sense (0:35) before talking with seven-time NBA All-Star Tracy McGrady about comparing basketball eras, James Harden's trade request, stories from Tracy's career, and more (11:34). Finally, Ryen answers some listener-submitted Life Advice questions (37:43). Host: Ryen Russillo Guest: Tracy McGrady Producers: Kyle Crichton and Steve Ceruti Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Russillo is joined by The Ringer's Sheil Kapadia to rank their top five NFL players at every position on offense (0:31) and defense (28:29). Then, Ryen answers some listener submitted Life-Advice questions (54:27). Host: Ryen Russillo Guest: Sheil Kapadia Producers: Kyle Crichton and Steve Ceruti Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Russillo shares his thoughts on the NBA trade requests of James Harden and Damian Lillard, as well as their respective teams' responses (0:44). Then Ryen is joined by Chad Millman, chief content officer of Action Network, to discuss sports gambling's entrance into mainstream media, finding value in futures bets, predicting the NFC, the state of magazines, ESPN layoffs, and more (14:22). Then Ryen talks with SlamBall cofounder Mason Gordon about the inception of SlamBall in the early 2000s, developing it on the fly, having it televised on SpikeTV, the league's return this year after a long hiatus, and more (56:33). Finally, Ryen answers some listener-submitted Life Advice questions (1:15:52). Host: Ryen Russillo Guests: Chad Millman and Mason Gordon Producers: Kyle Crichton and Steve Ceruti Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Russillo weighs in on the conversation about devalued NFL running backs (0:34) before talking with ESPN's Dianna Russini about DeAndre Hopkins's trade to the Titans, what to make of the AFC East, Dalvin Cook's next team, which QBs are in a make-or-break year this season, and more (17:04). Next, Ryen is joined by renowned former tennis pro Mardy Fish to discuss last weekend's American Century Championship, Steph Curry's hole-in-one and Mardy's heckler that may have cost him the win, Wimbledon champion Carlos Alcaraz, and MMA training (46:20). Finally, Ryen answers some listener-submitted Life Advice questions (1:27:38). Host: Ryen Russillo Guests: Dianna Russini and Mardy Fish Producers: Kyle Crichton and Steve Ceruti Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Russillo opens by going through most of the big NBA ring chaser moves of the last 30 years and how Dame Lillard to Miami might stack up (0:37). Then he chats with Lakers reporter Mike Trudell and jokes about LeBron announcing he’s returning next season, discusses whether Anthony Davis found the best version of himself last year, and tells a great story about Austin Reaves (19:40). Finally, the guys close it out with some listener-submitted life advice questions (51:57). Host: Ryen Russillo Guest: Mike Trudell Producers: Kyle Crichton and Steve Ceruti Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Russillo is joined by SI's Chris Mannix to talk NBA offseason, including why the market for Dame Lillard is currently weaker than expected, James Harden's future, why Boston hasn't gotten the Jaylen Brown extension done yet, what the Kings are up to, Scoot Henderson's summer league, and more (0:19). Then Ryen answers some listener-submitted Life Advice questions (25:37). Host: Ryen Russillo Guest: Chris Mannix Producers: Kyle Crichton and Steve Ceruti Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Russillo shares his thoughts on notable second- and third-year NBA players by placing them into four categories based on their standing in the league (0:32). Then Ryen is joined by The Ringer's Kevin Clark to discuss offseason NFL story lines, including Aaron Rodgers anticipation vs. Sean Payton anticipation, Stefon Diggs, rookie QBs, NFL players' gambling, and more (17:23). Then, they go abroad for a Formula One check-in (57:02). Finally, Ryen answers some listener-submitted Life Advice questions (1:08:56). Host: Ryen Russillo Guest: Kevin Clark Producers: Kyle Crichton and Steve Ceruti Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Happy Fourth of July! Russillo is joined by Bulls guard Alex Caruso to talk about the Bulls' playoff series vs. the Heat, Lonzo Ball, Alex's NBA journey, his relationship with LeBron James, getting angry on the court, and more (0:24). Then, Ryen answers some listener-submitted Life Advice questions (31:39). Host: Ryen Russillo Guest: Alex Caruso Producers: Kyle Crichton and Steve Ceruti Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Russillo shares his thoughts on Shohei Ohtani and where he ranks among all-type hype athletes including LeBron James, Tiger Woods, and Connor McDavid (0:40). Then Ryen is joined by ESPN's Jeff Passan to discuss Ohtani's unprecedented career, the Ohtani narrative in 2018 vs. 2023, whether he will remain with the Angels in the future, and more (13:20). Finally, Ryen answers some listener-submitted Life Advice questions (51:01). Host: Ryen Russillo Guest: Jeff Passan Producers: Kyle Crichton and Steve Ceruti Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Russillo shares his thoughts on a John Collins trade finally coming to fruition (0:39) before he is joined by The Ringer's Van Lathan to discuss Van's past comments on Nikola Jokic and where he stands now, Chris Paul's trade to the Warriors, a hip-hop rabbit hole, and more (12:39). Then, Van and Ryen answer some listener-submitted Life Advice questions (59:51). Host: Ryen Russillo Guest: Van Lathan Producers: Kyle Crichton and Steve Ceruti Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Russillo shares his thoughts on the Trailblazers landing Scoot Henderson with the third overall pick, teams drafting for need, Chris Paul being traded to the Warriors, and ESPN's draft coverage (0:35). Then Ryen is joined by The Athletic's Sam Vecenie to discuss Brandon Miller being drafted second overall to the Hornets over Scoot, the Thompson twins going fourth and fifth overall, and Cam Whitmore's drastic slide to 20th, as well as their least favorite picks, first round sleepers, and more (18:01). Finally, Ryen recaps the NYC live show before answering some listener-submitted Life Advice questions (1:02:48). Host: Ryen Russillo Guest: Sam Vecenie Producers: Kyle Crichton and Steve Ceruti Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Russillo opens his live show at Gramercy Theatre in New York City with a brief story about attending a Red Sox-Yankees game (0:38). Then, Ryen is joined by NBA All-Star point guard Chris Paul to discuss being traded to the Wizards, his favorite career moments, and his book, Sixty-One: Life Lessons from Papa, On and Off the Court (6:15). Finally, Ryen, Ceruti, and Kyle answer some listener-submitted and live Life Advice questions (42:39). Host: Ryen Russillo Guest: Chris Paul Producers: Steve Ceruti, Kyle Crichton, and Stefan Anderson Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Russillo is joined by ESPN’s Adrian Wojnarowski to discuss the futures of big NBA names like Bradley Beal, Damian Lillard, James Harden, Zion Williamson, Chris Paul, and Kyrie Irving (0:30), as well as the upcoming NBA draft, the craziness of draft day, and more (25:07). Then Ryen answers some listener-submitted Life Advice questions (53:40). Host: Ryen Russillo Guest: Adrian Wojnarowski Producers: Kyle Crichton and Steve Ceruti Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Nuggets are NBA champs and Russillo opens with his Tales From the Couch for Game 5 and puts some of what Nikola Jokic did into historical perspective (0:36). Then, he chats with NBA guard and Ringer podcast host Austin Rivers about what it was like to play with Jokic, why he thinks Jamal Murray is a top guard in the West, and what the future holds for this Nuggets core (25:18). Finally, the guys close it out with a recap of Kyle’s wedding and some listener-submitted Life Advice (57:30). Host: Ryen Russillo Guest: Austin Rivers Producers: Kyle Crichton and Steve Ceruti The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming, please checkout ringer.com/RG to find out more or listen to the end of the episode for additional details. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Russillo shares his Tales From the Couch after Game 3 of the NBA Finals (0:35), then he breaks down the news of Chris Paul potentially being waived by the Suns and what this does for the team's future (19:07). Then, Ryen is joined The Ringer’s Kevin O’Connor to discuss Victor Wembanyama’s playoff run and the best choice at no. 2, and then they debate the late first-rounders (24:30). Finally, Ryen answers some listener-submitted Life Advice questions (67:40). Host: Ryen Russillo Guests: Kevin O’Connor Producers: Steve Ceruti and Stefan Anderson The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming, please checkout ringer.com/RG to find out more or listen to the end of the episode for additional details. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Russillo is joined by NBA insider Shams Charania to discuss the report of Kyrie Irving reaching out to LeBron James to gauge his interest in joining the Mavericks, James Harden’s choice between the Rockets and the 76ers, Jaylen Brown’s next contract, Adam Silver's ambiguous comments about Ja Morant, the future of Damian Lillard in Portland, and more (0:41). Then Ryen talks with The Athletic’s Bruce Feldman about NIL’s impact on college football, tampering, whether it can be regulated, and more (24:19). Then Ryen answers some listener-submitted Life Advice questions (49:27). Host: Ryen Russillo Guests: Shams Charania and Bruce Feldman Producers: Kyle Crichton and Steve Ceruti Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Russillo shares his Tales From the Couch after Game 1 of the NBA Finals (0:33) before talking with The Ringer's Wosny Lambre about Nuggets-Heat going mostly as expected, some positive takeaways for Miami, Jokic's dominance of the game while seldom scoring, things to look for in Game 2, and more (14:05). Then, Ryen is joined by 11-time World Surf League champion Kelly Slater to talk about his win at the Billabong Pro Pipeline last year in Oahu, his first experience big-wave surfing, the unprecedented length of his professional surfing career, his historic rivalry with Andy Irons, and more (41:00). Finally, Ryen answers some listener-submitted Life Advice questions (1:14:43). Host: Ryen Russillo Guests: Kelly Slater and Wosny Lambre Producer: Kyle Crichton Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Russillo shares his thoughts on the Heat's Game 7 victory over the Celtics, Boston's inability to combat the zone defense, Caleb Martin's incredible series, how special it is that the 8-seed Heat have made the Finals, and more (0:52). Then Ryen is joined by ESPN's Jeff Van Gundy to discuss head coach Erik Spoelstra's impact, why Joe Mazzulla shouldn't be blamed for the Celtics' exit, the NBA coaching carousel, Nuggets-Heat, flops vs. fouls, and much more (20:26)! Then Ryen talks with Andy Cohen of the Bravo network about his years working as a producer before his on-camera career, the 'Vanderpump Rules' situation between Tom Sandoval and Raquel Leviss, dealing with talent behind the scenes, why 'Below Deck' is the perfect reality show, and more (1:10:05). Finally Ryen, Ceruti, and Kyle discuss the 'Succession' finale, before answering some listener-submitted Life Advice questions (1:36:32). Host: Ryen Russillo Guests: Jeff Van Gundy and Andy Cohen Producers: Kyle Crichton and Steve Ceruti Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Russillo shares his thoughts on Victor Wembanyama's fit in San Antonio, the Hornets' decision with the second pick, where that will leave Portland at no. 3, James Harden's free agency, and more (0:45). Then Ryen talks with Pelicans guard CJ McCollum about the Nuggets' path to the Finals, what the ceiling is for the Pelicans roster, Zion Williamson, the future for Damian Lillard and the Trail Blazers, being the NBPA president, working on the CBA, and more (29:03). Finally Ryen, Ceruti, and Kyle discuss HBO's 'Succession' S4, E9, "Church and State", before answering some listener-submitted Life Advice questions (1:12:31). Host: Ryen Russillo Guest: CJ McCollum Producers: Kyle Crichton and Steve Ceruti Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Russillo shares his Tales From the Couch from the Nuggets series-ending win over the Lakers, a look back on Denver's season, and LeBron's post-game comments hinting at retirement (0:42). Then Ryen is joined by ESPN's Jorge Sedano to discuss their views on the Nuggets now vs. at the beginning of the season, Celtics-Heat Game 4, Boston's struggles in the Miami series, Heat coach Erik Spoelstra, NBA Finals predictions, and more (23:01). Then Ryen talks with author Hugh Howey about his 'Silo' series being adapted to an Apple TV+ show, what it's like watching your book become "something else'', stories from Howey's sailing adventures, and more (1:03:06). Finally Ryen answers some listener-submitted Life Advice questions (1:24:48). Host: Ryen Russillo Guests: Jorge Sedano and Hugh Howey Producers: Kyle Crichton and Steve Ceruti Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Russillo shares his thoughts on the Heat's Game 1 road victory over the Celtics, Jayson Tatum's struggles, and Jimmy Butler's incredible playoff transformation (1:10). Then Ryen talks with legendary columnist Bob Ryan about Celtics-Heat, HC Joe Mazzulla, what makes Erik Spoelstra a great coach, Lakers-Nuggets, the brilliance of Nikola Jokic, and more (17:27). Finally Ryen recaps his trip to Chicago (39:46), before answering some listener-submitted Life Advice questions (56:07). Host: Ryen Russillo Guest: Bob Ryan Producers: Kyle Crichton and Steve Ceruti Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Russillo shares his excitement for the NBA draft lottery, and the hope that Victor Wembanyama brings to a franchise (0:36), before talking about the 76ers firing head coach Doc Rivers (12:15). Then Ryen is joined by Larry Nance Jr. of the New Orleans Pelicans to discuss the Lakers' playoff run, his first playoffs with the 2018 Cavaliers, LeBron vs. Kobe as a teammate, where the Pelicans are as a team right now, Zion Williamson's injury struggles, and more (17:51). Then Ryen answers some listener-submitted Life Advice questions (57:14). Host: Ryen Russillo Guest: Larry Nance Jr. Producers: Kyle Crichton and Steve Ceruti Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Russillo is joined by ESPN’s Tim Legler to discuss Golden State’s frenetic pace (1:00), what Phoenix needs to do to stay in the series (13:00), how James Harden is dictating the Celtics offense (24:00), and why the Heat are such a tough out (39:00). Then Ryen talks with ‘Jury Duty’ star James Marsden about the excitement and challenges of improv (49:00) and the importance of finding a star like Ronald (55:00). Finally Ryen answers some listener-submitted Life Advice questions (1:18:00). Host: Ryen Russillo Guests: Tim Legler and James Marsden Producers: Mike Wargon and Steve Ceruti Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Russillo shares his Tales From the Couch for Lakers-Warriors Game 4 (0:50) before his recap of the Heat's Game 4 win over the Knicks, in which he only watched Julius Randle (24:49). Then Ryen is joined by Anthony Slater of The Athletic to discuss why this series vs. the Lakers is so difficult for the Warriors, what the Warriors' offseason will look like if they exit the playoffs in the conference semifinals, and more (40:42). Finally, Ryen answers some listener-submitted Life Advice questions (1:09:10). Host: Ryen Russillo Guest: Anthony Slater Producers: Kyle Crichton and Steve Ceruti Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Russillo shares his Tales From the Couch on Game 2 of Celtics-76ers (0:33), before talking with former NBA star Gilbert Arenas about the Lakers-Warriors series, the Suns' struggles in their series vs. the Nuggets, Playoff Jimmy Butler, stories from Gilbert's career, and more (22:35). Then Ryen talks with author Steven Hyden about his book 'Long Road: Pearl Jam and the Soundtrack of a Generation' (1:01:26), before answering some listener-submitted Life Advice questions (1:33:53). Host: Ryen Russillo Guests: Gilbert Arenas and Steven Hyden Producers: Kyle Crichton and Steve Ceruti Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Russillo shares his Tales From the Couch on 76ers-Celtics Game 1 and Nuggets-Suns Game 2 (0:32), before talking with ESPN's Booger McFarland about his thoughts on the 2023 NFL draft, why he would have taken Jalen Carter no. 1, ranking the draft QBs, the Eagles' monster offseason, Lions optimism, draft steals, and more (25:07). Then Ryen talks with Lakers beat reporter Mike Trudell of Spectrum SportsNet about the Round 2 Lakers-Warriors matchup (59:01), before answering some listener-submitted Life Advice questions (1:19:53). Host: Ryen Russillo Guests: Booger McFarland and Mike Trudell Producers: Kyle Crichton and Steve Ceruti Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices