The Bill Simmons Podcast NBA Optimism Alert!!! Plus: MJ vs. Tyson, Quarantine 'PTI,' 'The Wire,' and Post-Virus Social Un-Distancing With Tony Kornheiser and Van Lathan | The Bill Simmons Podcast
May 13, 2020
Tony Kornheiser, a longtime ESPN commentator known for 'Pardon the Interruption,' shares his quirky battle with modern technology and reminisces about captivating athletes like Michael Jordan and Mike Tyson. Meanwhile, Van Lathan, co-host of 'Way Down in the Hole,' reflects on the cultural impact of 'The Wire' and the pandemic's effect on community life in Louisiana. The conversation weaves through nostalgic sports moments and the emotional complexities behind legendary figures, all while navigating the new social dynamics shaped by quarantine.
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Greatest Athletes
- Simmons considers Ali, Jordan, and Tiger Woods the three greatest athletes of his lifetime.
- Kornheiser adds Mike Tyson to his list, citing his charisma in the ring.
Kornheiser and Secretariat
- Kornheiser shares a story of being excluded from Newsday's Belmont Stakes coverage.
- He was heartbroken to miss covering Secretariat's Triple Crown win.
1994 Football Violence
- Simmons watched a 1994 Dolphins-Patriots game with his son.
- He noted the stark difference in the level of violence in football then compared to now.