Episode

2021 Masters and 'WrestleMania 37' Overreactions With Kevin Clark and David Shoemaker
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Published: Mon Apr 12 2021
Description

The Ringer’s Bill Simmons is joined by Kevin Clark to discuss the 2021 Masters Tournament (7:45) and the upcoming NFL draft (39:15). Then Bill talks with David Shoemaker immediately after the conclusion of 'WrestleMania 37'; they discuss the decision to split the event into two days, Bad Bunny’s excellent performance, a riveting match between Sasha Banks and Bianca Belair, Roman Reigns retaining his belt, and more (58:30). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Helplines, Nissan Ariya
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Information and helplines for gambling addiction in various states and an advertisement for the all-new Nissan Ariya, an electric vehicle with advanced technology and performance capabilities.

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2021 Masters and 'WrestleMania 37' Overreactions With Kevin Clark and David Shoemaker
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Boston Celtics
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2021 Masters and 'WrestleMania 37' Overreactions With Kevin Clark and David Shoemaker
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movies
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Bill Simmons and Chris Ryan are planning to do a big ass movie, probably one of the six big ass monster rewatchables, and they discuss the cut of the young golfers and the need for experience in golf.

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2021 Masters and 'WrestleMania 37' Overreactions With Kevin Clark and David Shoemaker
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The speaker discusses how experience and image can influence success in the world of golf, highlighting the benefits of starting at a young age and receiving advice from Tony Romo, as well as the importance of projecting a certain vibe on the course.
13:53 - 21:01 (07:08)
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Golf
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The speaker discusses how experience and image can influence success in the world of golf, highlighting the benefits of starting at a young age and receiving advice from Tony Romo, as well as the importance of projecting a certain vibe on the course.

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2021 Masters and 'WrestleMania 37' Overreactions With Kevin Clark and David Shoemaker
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Golf
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2021 Masters and 'WrestleMania 37' Overreactions With Kevin Clark and David Shoemaker
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2021 Masters and 'WrestleMania 37' Overreactions With Kevin Clark and David Shoemaker
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2021 Masters and 'WrestleMania 37' Overreactions With Kevin Clark and David Shoemaker
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NFL
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2021 Masters and 'WrestleMania 37' Overreactions With Kevin Clark and David Shoemaker
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54:28 - 1:00:40 (06:11)
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2021 Masters and 'WrestleMania 37' Overreactions With Kevin Clark and David Shoemaker
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WWE
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