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Bill Simmons, a prominent figure in sports journalism, continues to focus on creating sports-themed content, including documentaries and series. His recent success with the 'Andre the Giant' documentary on HBO, which became the most-watched in HBO Sports history, has solidified his partnership with the network. Despite a less successful talk show, Simmons' podcast network, The Ringer, has grown significantly. He plans to expand into films with Ringer Films, with announcements expected later this year.

What type of content is Bill Simmons primarily focused on creating?

• Cooking shows

• Sports-themed content

• Travel documentaries

• Reality TV shows

Which documentary became the most-watched in HBO Sports history?

• The Last Dance

• The Defiant Ones

• Free Solo

• Andre the Giant

What is a key factor that ensures HBO's unique content is always seen?

• High production costs

• Frequent advertising

• Celebrity endorsements

• Trust and equity built with the audience

What was the name of Bill Simmons' talk show on HBO?

• Sports Night

• Any Given Wednesday

• The Daily Show

• Late Night with Simmons

What is the name of the podcast network that has grown significantly under Bill Simmons?

• The Sports Hub

• Podcast Nation

• Sports Central

• The Ringer Podcast Network