Full Hours from the Dave 'Softy' Mahler and Dick Fain show, which airs every day from 3pm-6:30pm on 950 KJR in Seattle.
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The Dave 'Softy' Mahler and Dick Fain podcast is a must-listen for any Seattle sports fan. As a Duck fan living in Eastern Washington, I have appreciated the unabashed loyalty of these guys to their Dawgs, as well as their Seahawks and Mariners. They provide an entertaining and passionate look at Seattle sports, with plenty of inside jokes that only true fans will understand.
One of the best aspects of this podcast is the postgame and review shows for the Husky Honks. Softy and Dick Fain do a fantastic job of breaking down the games and providing insightful analysis. Hugh Millen, a former QB for the Dawgs, is a regular guest on the show and his expertise adds another level of insight to the discussions. His knowledge of Xs and Os is impressive, and I always look forward to hearing his take on the games.
Another great aspect of this podcast is Softy's decades of experience in the Seattle sports media. He has established connections with high-profile figures in the sports world, which leads to very interesting interviews. Regular guests like Mike Holmgren and Kevin Harlan provide unique perspectives on Seattle sports, and it's always exciting to hear what they have to say.
On the downside, one criticism I have is that sometimes there can be too much focus on Seattle sports alone. While this is understandable given that it is a local podcast, it would be nice to hear more about other teams or events happening nationally or in other conferences. It would broaden the scope of discussion and appeal to a wider range of listeners.
In conclusion, The Dave 'Softy' Mahler and Dick Fain podcast is a must-listen for any Seattle sports fan. Softy's passion for Seattle sports shines through in every episode, and his chemistry with Dick Fain creates an enjoyable listening experience. Whether you're a fan of the Seahawks, Mariners, or just love sports in general with a Seattle perspective, this podcast is a great choice.
Why is there such a large discrepancy in predictions for the upcoming Seahawks season. Jedd Fisch refuses to back down on maximizing the spotlight his players are in during college football, how much of it is really different from other coaches? Joe Whithee from Emerald Downs joins the show to talk about the Longacres Mile coming up this weekend.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
What are we looking for as Seahawks fans in tonight's preseason game? Expectations for various Seahawks rookies on Friday night. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Ms endure tough series in Baltimore, how much should the blame go to coaching for the lack of focus and preparedness? Should Dylan Moore still be on this team? Fun with Audio.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
In the first hour, Dave Softy Mahler and Dick Fain react to the Mariners loss in Baltimore today and series loss to the Orioles, how people are feeling about Dylan Moore after a bad day yesterday and Logan Evans after a possible injury today, then hit Fun w/ Audio.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
In the second hour, Dave Softy Mahler and Dick Fain welcome back Mike Holmgren to the radio show as he talks about the Seahawks roster entering 2025 and the latest in the NFL, then Huskies Head Coach Jedd Fisch discusses the mock game and Demond.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
In the third hour, Dave Softy Mahler and Dick Fain chat with Bill Krueger about the M’s losing a series in Baltimore, plus Dylan Moore, then they react to a clip from Joel Klatt hyping up Huskies football before John Canzano talks about the sale of the Trailblazers.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
In the first hour, Dave Softy Mahler and Dick Fain discuss the red hot Mariners at first place right now, chat with Mike Florio about Shedeur Sanders, players sitting out, and Mike Sando’s quarterback tiers, then look at M’s playoff odds before Fun with Audio.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
In the second hour, Dave Softy Mahler chats with Petros Papadakis about the scandal for Shohei Ohtani and the scandal for John Mateer, plus some college football with the season fast approaching, then Dick Fain joins to discuss the Portland Trailblazers sale.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
In the third hour, Dave Softy Mahler and Dick Fain chat with Larry Stone about the red hot Mariners, MVP race, Josh Naylor, and the fallout of the Portland Trailblazers sale, then discuss the Seahawks preseason plans for Friday and if Lumen Field is too old.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
In the third hour, Dave Softy Mahler and Dick Fain chat with Jon Wilner of the San Jose Mercury News and Wilner Hotline, then get to some Fun with Audio before Sounders FC Head Coach Brian Schmetzer joins the show to talk about the team’s big 4-0 victory.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
In the second hour, Dave Softy Mahler and Dick Fain chat with Jerry Brewer about NFL preseason games, Shedeur Sanders, Jon Gruden, Terry McLaurin, the Cowboys and the red hot Mariners, then the guys discuss the vibes around the Mariners right now.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
In the first hour, Dave Softy Mahler and Dick Fain discuss the baseball playoff schedule coming out today, how much time they would spend in prison for Mariners World Series tickets and Hawks defensive tackle Byron Murphy sits down with the guys at the VMAC.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
In the first hour, Dave Softy Mahler and Dick Fain discuss the hype around the red-hot Mariners right now and new playoff odds, then discuss Mike Sando’s quarterback tiers including where Sam Darnold and Geno Smith sit in 2025 before some Fun with Audio.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
In the second hour, Dave Softy Mahler and Dick Fain chat with Hugh Millen about the Seahawks preseason game, Damien Martinez, Jake Bobo, and Geno Smith’s double middle finger gesture, then they discuss the interest in UW football plus M’s baseball.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
In the third hour, Dave Softy Mahler and Dick Fain chat with Chuck Powell about the Mariners pitching staff, deadline trades, roster moves ahead, and the MVP race, then discuss Cal Raleigh’s chances against Aaron Judge plus preseason football on Friday.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
In the first half of Friday’s show, Dave Softy Mahler and Dick Fain react to the Seattle Seahawks first preseason game, then react to an update on Josh Naylor’s health, then react to some Fun with Audio, then talk to Seattle Mariners starting pitcher Bryan Woo.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
In the second half of Friday’s show, Dave Softy Mahler and Dick Fain cover last night’s first Seahawks preseason game with Hugh Millen, then react to Shedeur Sanders’ big first preseason start, plus hear from Dan Wilson and Geno Suarez before today’s game.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
In the first hour, Dave Softy Mahler and Dick Fain look ahead to tonight’s Seahawks pre season opener against the Las Vegas Raiders and rookies they are looking forward to watching, then talk about NFC West predictions and expectations before Fun w/ Audio.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
In the second hour, Dave Softy Mahler and Dick Fain discuss the state of Seattle sports statues and the retired number section, then chat with JT The Brick, an announcer for the Raiders, about Pete Carroll and Geno Smith, then celebrate the Mariners win today.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
In the third hour, Dave Softy Mahler and Dick Fain chat with Bill Krueger about today’s Mariners win and how well this team is built for the playoffs ahead, then listen back to Dan Wilson’s postgame press conference after the win before Hugh Millen jumps on.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
In the first hour, Dave Softy Mahler and Hugh Millen discuss the Mariners win last night with Josh Naylor’s stolen bases and hitting success, then talk to Mike Florio about the latest NFL news around Training Camps, plus discuss more M’s before Fun with Audio.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
In the second hour, Dave Softy Mahler chats with Petros Papadakis about Lincoln Riley at USC, the Trojans program, another WNBA incident, and Huskies football, then Hugh Millen rejoins, discussing the NFL reportedly banning smelling salts, ammonia packets.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
In the third hour, Dave Softy Mahler and Hugh Millen chat with Larry Stone about Geno Suarez, Cal Raleigh, Josh Naylor, and the AL, discuss Seahawks-Raiders, preview the Mariners game tonight, and then legendary local golfer Fred Couples joins the program.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
With as much cap space as the Seahawks have, where do you want to theoretically want them to upgrade? Where do the hawks land in the hierarchy of the NFC. Should we be worried about the White Sox series? What should the expectations be for the rest of the year? Seahawks WR Jake Bobo joins the show to talk about preseason games, how training camp has gone, and more.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Should the Seahawks do a tribute for Pete Carroll on Thursday? Jerry Brewer joins the show to talk about the Mariners deadline, their chances in the playoffs this year, and more.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Seahawks legend Cliff Avril joins the show to talk about his thoughts on the preseason, and more. Fun with Audio and we hear from Mike McDonald after practice. Sounders FC head coach Brian Schmetzer joins the show to talk about the Leagues Cup action, Stefan Frei's injury status, and more.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Seahawks legend Cliff Avril joins the show to talk about his thoughts on the preseason, and more. Fun with Audio and we hear from Mike McDonald after practice. Sounders FC head coach Brian Schmetzer joins the show to talk about the Leagues Cup action, Stefan Frei's injury status, and more.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Should the Seahawks do a tribute for Pete Caroll on Thursday? Jerry Brewer joins the show to talk about the Mariners deadline, their chances in the playoffs this year, and more.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
With as much cap space as the Seahawks have, where do you want to theoretically want them to upgrade? Where do the hawks land in the hierarchy of the NFC. Should we be worried about the White Sox series? What should the expectations be for the rest of the year? Seahawks WR Jake Bobo joins the show to talk about preseason games, how training camp has gone, and more.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
In the first hour, Dave Softy Mahler and Dick Fain talk about their hopes for the Mariners season ahead after a series win over Texas, then talk to Bob Nightengale of USA Today about the M’s trades, MVP race, Astros, and Jerry Dipoto before some Fun with Audio.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
In the second hour, Dave Softy Mahler and Dick Fain chat with Hugh Millen about the interest in preseason football plus Nick Emmanwori and Tory Horton’s rookie seasons with the Seahawks, then they discuss the Mariners WAR and major offensive statistics.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
In the third hour, Dave Softy Mahler and Dick Fain give away tickets to Thursday’s day of two Seattle games while discussing the hype around Seahawks rookies, then discuss the feelings between the 2024 and 2025 Mariners season plus Ichiro’s weekend ahead.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
In the first hour, Dave Softy Mahler and Dick Fain react to last night’s Mariners dominant win, chat with Mike Florio about two NFL stars who want trades right now, then discuss if the Seahawks could land either of the players before reacting to some Fun with Audio.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
In the second hour, Dave Softy Mahler and Dick Fain talk to Bret Boone about his new job with the Texas Rangers, the trade deadline, and facing Seattle this week, then they talk about pre-season football starting next week and the Mariners’ playoff positioning.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
In the third hour, Dave Softy Mahler and Dick Fain chat with Hugh Millen about Seattle’s offensive line, Jaxon Smith-Njigba, Terry McLaurin, and Elijah Arroyo, then discuss how the Mariners made big strides over the last week plus UW football’s hopes for the CFP.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
In the first hour, Dave Softy Mahler and Hugh Millen react to the Mariners wrapping up the trade deadline with a bang on Wednesday night, then listen and react to Eugenio Suarez speaking in his return before revisiting a Jim Bowden audio clip from last week.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
In the second hour, Dave Softy Mahler and Hugh Millen chat with Bill Krueger about the Mariners trade deadline deals, the new-look team, and Bryan Woo, then listen and react to Jerry Dipoto speaking to the media today including comments on the deal for Suarez.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
In the third hour, Dave Softy Mahler and Hugh Millen debate the prices to get Eugenio Suarez back, get the Diamondbacks’ perspective on the deal with Jesse Friedman of Snakes Territory in Arizona before talking about Terry McLaurin’s trade request today.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
In the first hour, Dave Softy Mahler and Dick Fain chat with Seahawks wide receiver Jaxon Smith-Njigba after Training Camp practice today, then update the latest with the trade deadline in baseball and the Mariners move today before some Fun with Audio.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
In the second hour, Dave Softy Mahler chats with Petros Papadakis about the WNBA incidents, Syden Sweeney, the Dodger and Huskies, then Dick Fain and Jackson Felts rejoin the show as the guys discuss the Mariners position as the trade deadline nears.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
In the third hour, Dave Softy Mahler and Dick Fain chat with Larry Stone about Ichiro’s Hall of Fame induction plus the trade deadline ahead and Mariners move, then discuss pre-season football and react to John Schneider’s new contract press conference today.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
In the first hour, Dave Softy Mahler and Dick Fain discuss the Mariners position on top prospects as the trade deadline gets closer, then sit down with Seahawks second-year tight end AJ Barner after Training Camp practice, then get to some Fun with Audio clips.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.