- 6.1/1015 votes
#1 - Charles Barkley & Ben Affleck
Season 1 Episode 1 - Aired 6/22/2016
In the premiere edition of this weekly talk show, Bill breaks down why LeBron James is truly 'one of one;' plus, Charles Barkley on why LeBron is still not in his Top 5 Greatest of All Time; and New England-native Ben Affleck talks movies, sports and Deflategate.
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- 5.4/1015 votes
#2 - Mark Cuban, Malcolm Gladwell & Bill Hader
Season 1 Episode 2 - Aired 6/29/2016
Bill has some ideas for 'Game of Thrones' to ponder over the summer; plus, NBA owner Mark Cuban and author Malcolm Gladwell discuss NBA team owners and why Mark Cuban won't be selling the Mavericks anytime soon; and Bill has some advice for Knicks fans who want to make their team great again.
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- 5.4/1011 votes
#3 - Chris Bosh, Anthony Anderson & Joe Rogan
Season 1 Episode 3 - Aired 7/6/2016
Bill chronicles the rise of UFC from its gritty Internet roots to billion dollar enterprise; Chris Bosh and Anthony Anderson break down Kevin Durant's move to the Golden State Warriors; UFC commentator Joe Rogan shares his expertise on Brock Lesnar and other UFC contenders.
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- 5.3/1011 votes
#4 - Aaron Rodgers
Season 1 Episode 4 - Aired 7/13/2016
After her 7th Wimbledon win, Bill explains why Serena Williams is able to rise above both on and off the tennis court; plus, a one-on-one conversation with Green Bay Packers QB Aaron Rodgers on concussions and more; Bill gives the belt to Tim Duncan.
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- 4.4/109 votes
#5 - Danny McBride, Christina Hendricks & Michael K. W
Season 1 Episode 5 - Aired 7/27/2016
Bill talks with Danny McBride; argues 'Deflategate' before Judge Joe Brown; and sits down with Christina Hendricks and Michael K. Williams.
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- NaN/100 votes
#6 - Caitlyn Jenner, J.J. Redick & Lamorne Morris
Season 1 Episode 6 - Aired 8/3/2016
L.A. Clipper JJ Redick and 'New Girl' star Lamorne Morris sit with Bill to talk Team USA basketball past and present; Bill gives his take on fat athletes; and Olympic gold medalist Caitlyn Jenner discusses the current batch of decathletes, her Olympic career, politics and struggling with her identity.
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- NaN/100 votes
#7 - Ricky Williams & Seth Rogen
Season 1 Episode 7 - Aired 8/10/2016
Heisman Trophy winner Ricky Williams and New York Magazine's Rembert Browne chat about drug policies in the NFL; Bill breaks down the latest sports fan extortion, Personal Seat Licenses; 'Sausage Party' star Seth Rogen sits down with Bill to talk about the new raunchy animated comedy; Legendary stoners Seth Rogen and Ricky Williams talk trees with Bill during the 'Weed' Round.
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- NaN/100 votes
#8 - Jonah Hill, Jon Favreau & Wesley Morris
Season 1 Episode 8 - Aired 8/17/2016
Guests: Actor Jonah Hill, speechwriter Jon Favreau and writer Wesley Morris
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- NaN/100 votes
#9 - Jay Glazer, DeMaurice Smith & Malcolm Gladwell
Season 1 Episode 9 - Aired 9/7/2016
NFL columnist Jay Glazer; executive director of the NFL Players Association DeMaurice Smith; journalist Malcolm Gladwell.
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- NaN/100 votes
#10 - Joseph Gordon-Levitt, Cris Carter & Amy Trask
Season 1 Episode 10 - Aired 9/14/2016
Bill chats with former Raiders CEO Amy Trask and Pro Football Hall of Famer Cris Carter to talk NFL issues; Bill asks why 'Survivor' host Jeff Probst doesn't get his proper due; Joseph Gordon-Levitt talks about his career, playing Edward Snowden in his new film and shows off his Lakers pride.
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- NaN/100 votes
#11 - Kevin Durant & Nas
Season 1 Episode 11 - Aired 9/21/2016
Bill invites Vince Staples in to lay down a few 'Diss Tracks'; NBA MVP Kevin Durant discusses his move to Golden State, his relationship with Russell Westbrook and dealing with critics as legendary rapper Nas relates the world of hip-hop, his albums and dealing with 'beef'; KD and Nas stick around for a rapid-fire Speed Round.
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- NaN/100 votes
#12 - Charlamagne Tha God & Abby Wambach
Season 1 Episode 12 - Aired 9/28/2016
Bill and Radio Host Charlamagne Tha God break down this week's Winners and Losers. Bill explores why there is so much 'dead money' in collegiate athletics. Two-time Women's Soccer gold medalist Abby Wambach talks with Bill about her career, the sport and its future. Abby and Bill answer questions from the Mail Bag.
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- NaN/100 votes
#13 - Episode 13
Season 1 Episode 13 - Aired 10/5/2016
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- NaN/100 votes
#14 - Episode 14
Season 1 Episode 14 - Aired 10/19/2016
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- NaN/100 votes
#15 - Episode 15
Season 1 Episode 15 - Aired 10/26/2016
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- NaN/100 votes
#16 - Episode 16
Season 1 Episode 16 - Aired 11/2/2016
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The Best Episodes of Any Given Wednesday with Bill Simmons Season 1
Every episode of Any Given Wednesday with Bill Simmons Season 1 ranked from best to worst. Discover the Best Episodes of Any Given Wednesday with Bill Simmons Season 1!
Weekly talk show hosted by one of the most influential figures in sports media. Topics vary from sports to arts and everything in between.
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Season 1 Ratings Summary
"Charles Barkley & Ben Affleck" is the best rated episode of "Any Given Wednesday with Bill Simmons" season 1. It scored 6.1/10 based on 15 votes. Directed by N/A and written by N/A, it aired on 6/22/2016. This episode is rated 0.7 points higher than the second-best, "Mark Cuban, Malcolm Gladwell & Bill Hader".