Red Sox Bliss, Luka’s 2022 Ceiling, and a Michael Keaton Interview

Bill reacts to the Red Sox topping the Yankees and chats NBA expectations with Jonathan Tjarks

By Bill Simmons and Jonathan Tjarks Oct 6, 2021, 1:21am EDT

The Ringer’s Bill Simmons is joined by his pal Kevin Hench to discuss the Red Sox’ wild-card victory over the Yankees (2:30). Then Bill talks with The Ringer’s Jonathan Tjarks about Luka Doncic and the sleeper Dallas Mavericks (36:40). Finally Bill talks with legendary actor Michael Keaton about doing stand-up comedy and breaking into acting in the late ’70s; some of his past works, including Night Shift, Mr. Mom, Touch and Go, and Batman; Pittsburgh sports; and more (1:07:45).

Host: Bill Simmons
Guests: Michael Keaton, Jonathan Tjarks, and Kevin Hench
Producer: Kyle Crichton

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