The BEST episodes directed by Mark Gentile

#1 - Charles Barkley & Ben Affleck

Any Given Wednesday with Bill Simmons - Season 1 - Episode 1

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.

#2 - Aaron Rodgers

Any Given Wednesday with Bill Simmons - Season 1 - Episode 4

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.

#3 - Mark Cuban, Malcolm Gladwell & Bill Hader

Any Given Wednesday with Bill Simmons - Season 1 - Episode 2

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.

#4 - Chris Bosh, Anthony Anderson & Joe Rogan

Any Given Wednesday with Bill Simmons - Season 1 - Episode 3

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.

#5 - Ricky Williams & Seth Rogen

Any Given Wednesday with Bill Simmons - Season 1 - Episode 7

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.

#6 - Season 17 Premiere/Donnie Wahlberg/Michael Bublé

The View - Season 17 - Episode 1

The View Season 17 premieres, welcoming new co-host Jenny McCarthy, and celebrity guests Donnie Wahlberg and singer Michael Bublé.

#7 - Michael J. Fox

The View - Season 1 - Episode 2

Celebrity guest Michael J. Fox joins the ladies of The View.

#8 - August 13, 1997

The View - Season 1 - Episode 3

#9 - August 14, 1997

The View - Season 1 - Episode 4

#10 - Sylvester Stallone

The View - Season 1 - Episode 5

Actor Sylvester Stallone join the ladies of The View.

#11 - August 17, 2018

The View - Season 1 - Episode 6

#12 - Nick Scotti

The View - Season 1 - Episode 7

Actor Nick Scotti joins the ladies of The View.

#13 - August 20, 1997

The View - Season 1 - Episode 8

#14 - August 21, 1997

The View - Season 1 - Episode 9

#15 - August 22, 1997

The View - Season 1 - Episode 10

#16 - August 25, 1997

The View - Season 1 - Episode 11

#17 - August 26, 1997

The View - Season 1 - Episode 12

#18 - Kathleen Turner

The View - Season 1 - Episode 19

Actress Kathleen Turner joins the ladies of The View.

#19 - August 27, 1997

The View - Season 1 - Episode 13

#20 - August 28, 1997

The View - Season 1 - Episode 14

#21 - August 29, 1997

The View - Season 1 - Episode 15

#22 - September 1, 1997

The View - Season 1 - Episode 16

#23 - September 2, 1997

The View - Season 1 - Episode 17

#24 - September 3, 1997

The View - Season 1 - Episode 18

#25 - September 4, 1997

The View - Season 1 - Episode 19

#26 - September 5, 1997

The View - Season 1 - Episode 19

#27 - Linda Blair

The View - Season 1 - Episode 20

Actress Linda Blair joins the ladies of The View to promote her starring role as Betty Rizzo in the Broadway musical, “Grease”.

#28 - Pilot/Tom Selleck

The View - Season 1 - Episode 1

The View premieres and introduces its panel: moderator Meredith Vieira, and co-hosts Star Jones, Debbie Matenopoulos, and Barbara Walters. Actor Tom Selleck is the shows’ inaugural celebrity guest, and at the end of the episode Joy Behar is introduced as the fifth co-host whom will fill in for Walters when the latter is unavailable.