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HBO and The Ringer's Bill Simmons hosts the most downloaded sports podcast of all time, with a rotating crew of celebrities, athletes, and media staples, as well as mainstays like Cousin Sal, Joe House, and a slew of other friends and family members who always happen to be suspiciously available.
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Jason and Ryan dive headfirst into Megadeth’s 1992 blockbuster Countdown to Extinction, dissecting its polished ferocity, chart-topping success, and shift from thrash’s raw edge to radio-friendly heavy metal glory. With Dave Mustaine, Marty Friedman, David Ellefson, and Nick Menza at their commercial peak, the duo marvels at the album’s Grammy-nominated hooks, from the anthemic “Symphony of Destruction” to the eco-conscious title track, while debating its more accessible sound compared to Rust in Peace. They unpack Mustaine’s biting political commentary, share nostalgic tales of blasting “Sweating Bullets” in their youth, and lament the band’s later lineup turmoil, all while hyping the album’s enduring live energy and urging fans to rediscover its headbanging legacy.
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