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.

In the third hour, Hugh Millen joins Dick Fain and Jackson Felts to discuss the Seahawks 2026 schedule. Then Ashley Fosberg, the Executive Director of the RAVE Foundation calls in to talk about Seattle's World Cup events.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In the second hour, Chuck Powell joins Dick Fain and Jackson Felts to run the Logo Bracket Tournament. In the final, the 70s-90s Supersonics logo narrowly defeats the WSU Cougar logo.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In the first hour, Dick Fain and Jackson Felts praise the Oklahoma City Thunder for their front office decisions since leaving Seattle. Next they touch on why fans shouldn't be panicking about the lukewarm start from the Mariners. Also, Fun with Audio.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In the third hour, Dave Softy Mahler and Dick Fain dissect the 2026 Seahawks schedule and a buzzed Jackson Felts joins the gang for the pocket schedule predictions.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In the second hour, Dave Softy Mahler and Dick Fain chat with Brett Boone about Cal Raleigh hitting the IL and what led to the decision, what the team should do with Luis Castillo and the possibility of rolling with a 6-man rotation. They touch on Luke Raley and should he continue to only start against righties. Also, is this the end of the dominant Astros as we know them? They also talk about how weak the AL West is and that it’s the Mariners division to win.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In the first hour, Dave Softy Mahler and Dick Fain discuss the reported Christmas day, Super Bowl rematch between the Seahawks and Patriots and just how bad Drake Maye looked in the 2025 playoffs, briefly talking Cal to the IL and they react to Fun with Audio clips.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In the first hour, Dave Softy Mahler and Hugh Millen chat with Mike Florio about the NFL schedule release tomorrow, the Seahawks opener, Mike Vrabel’s status, and grass-turf situations for NFL and World Cup stadiums, then they discuss the hypothetical storyline if the Seahawks are facing the Patriots in the season opener, then get Fun with Audio.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In the second hour, Dave Softy Mahler chats with Petros Papadakis about the World Cup, soccer, LeBron James and Kobe Bryant, and the war of words with Lane Kiffin and Steve Sarkisian, and then Hugh Millen and Jackson Felts rejoin the show to talk about proper phone etiquette in public based on someone at Jimmy’s plus Seahawks vs. Pats.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In the third hour, Dave Softy Mahler and Hugh Millen chat with Larry Stone about Twitter hacks, Cal Raleigh’s slump, the Mariners six man rotation, Seahawks opener and NCAA playoff formats, then the guys talk more about the continued changes with the College Football Playoff format before Jackson Felts joins from Lumen Field for Sounders x-talk.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In the first hour, Dave Softy Mahler and Dick Fain discuss Matt Calkins article about the Mariners right now and manage the feelings between putting pressure on the team and giving them time to sort things out, then Matt Thomas in Houston joins the show to have some Mariners-Astros smack talk and talk about their issues, then have Fun with Audio.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In the second hour, Dave Softy Mahler and Dick Fain chat with Christian Caple about the UW Spring Game a couple weeks ago, the linebacking unit on the team, who are the impact newcomers for 2026, running backs who can replace the 2025 group, and then they react to their conversation and look towards the 2026 season and schedule.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In the third hour, Dave Softy Mahler and Dick Fain chat with Jon Wilner about a war of words between Lane Kiffin and Steve Sarkisian, college football scheduling, and more, then the guys react to Howard Schultz writing a column about business in Seattle, then Seattle Sounders FC Head Coach Brian Schmetzer talks about their draw last weekend.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In the first hour, Dave Softy Mahler and Dick Fain discuss the status of Luis Castillo in the Mariners’ new six-man rotation right now and the options for what should happen in the next couple weeks, then Dick talks about how he hates NFL schedule leaks while Jackson explains why he loves the schedule leakage, then they get to Fun with Audio.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In the second hour, Dave Softy Mahler and Dick Fain chat with Bill Krueger about the Mariners going to a six-man rotation, Luis Castillo and Cal Raleigh’s continued issues and the concerns about both players, plus the M’s defense, then the guys debate the validity of the NBA draft lottery, why there’s no way it’s rigged, and players in the draft.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In the third hour, Dave Softy Mahler and Dick Fain chat with Hugh Millen about the NBA draft lottery conspiracy theorists and NFL schedule release coming this week, plus new Seahawks tight end Harrison Bryant’s meaning, then the guys discuss the Seattle and Seahawks stadium situation with new ownership coming plus the BRC Golden Moment.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In the first hour, Dave Softy Mahler and Dick Fain discuss the Friday games this season for the Huskies football team and dynamics with traffic in Seattle, the Mariners pitching situation with Bryce Miller returning soon, how we look back at Jarred Kelenic’s career in Seattle and the trade with the Mets for him then they listen and react to Fun w/ Audio.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In the second hour, Dave Softy Mahler and Dick Fain discuss the Washington Huskies’ move to the Big Ten and how we look back on the move positively despite what we’ve seen from the basketball side of things, then discuss UW football’s defense starting the young Derek Colman-Brusa on the line plus the Dawgs trying to be better on both lines.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In the third hour, Dave Softy Mahler and Dick Fain chat with Hugh Millen about the sale of the Seahawks coming up and potential new owners, react to some texts by listeners discussing former Mariners third basemen and the Huskies move to the Big Ten, update the status of Kade Anderson, then talk some UW Huskies football with Tony CastriconeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In the first hour, Dave Softy Mahler and Dick Fain discuss the reported potential new owners of the Seattle Seahawks including a Boston Celtics owner and Indian steel mogul, and what matters in an owner, then react to today’s official changes for the NCAA Tournament going to 76 teams next year, then they react to Fun with Audio clips.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In the second hour, Dave Softy Mahler and Dick Fain chat with former Sonics Executive Bob Whitsitt about the state of NBA expansion to Seattle, the unlikely relocation of the Blazers, and the NBA product now, then talk to Eben Novy-Williams about the latest on the sale of the Hawks including possible owner backgrounds, connections, and timing.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In the third hour, Dave Softy Mahler and Dick Fain chat with Bret Boone about the weak AL West this year, Mariners rotation moves, plus Munoz, Julio, Crawford, and more on baseball, then the guys discuss the future of the Seahawks ownership including the new reported names that could buy it, and what the M’s should do when Bryce Miller returns.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In the first hour, Dave Softy Mahler and Dick Fain chat with Mike Florio about the NFL wanting an 18-game season, the schedule release coming, plus Kenneth Walker and Russell Wilson stories, then the guys react to the latest development in the Mike Vrabel and Dianna Russini situation before they celebrate the Mariners’ win over the Braves.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In the second hour, Dave Softy Mahler chats with Petros Papadakis about their city’s mayors, Greek food, Ted Turner passing away, the state of college football’s Spring Games, UCLA’s program making a family addition, plus various people at the Met Gala, then Dick Fain rejoins the show as the guys listen and react to Dan Wilson’s comments.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In the third hour, Dave Softy Mahler and Dick Fain chat with Larry Stone about the M’s series win today over the Braves, Dan Wilson’s usage of the bullpen, and his Twitter account getting hacked tonight, then the guys discuss Jackson’s birthday, the future of Russell Wilson in broadcasting, and the lack of World Cup hype before Fun with Audio.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In the first hour, Dave Softy Mahler and Dick Fain chat with Mariners star center fielder Julio Rodriguez about his start to 2026 and veteran leadership, plus their World Series confidence, then M’s catcher Mitch Garver joins the show to discuss the current Braves series and working with various Seattle pitchers this year, then react to Fun with Audio.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In the second hour, Dave Softy Mahler and Dick Fain chat with NBA broadcaster and former coach PJ Carlesimo about the ongoing NBA playoff series matchups, LeBron James’ continued greatness, and the status of NBA expansion, then Mariners play by play voice Aaron Goldsmith talks about Seattle’s start to 2026, Luis Castillo, and more.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In the third hour, Dave Softy Mahler and Dick Fain chat with Jon Wilner about finances for UW in the Big Ten compared to the Pac-12, plus the future of the Spring Game, then the guys revisit their conversation with Mariners star Julio Rodriguez from earlier today before Sounders FC Head Coach Brian Schmetzer talks about their draw last weekend.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In the first hour, Dave Softy Mahler and Dick Fain react to the Mariners getting swept by Kansas City over the weekend and the offensive issues plus the vibes inside the team right now, discuss the UW Spring Game from last week, then chat with Mariners starting pitcher Bryan Woo live from T-Mobile Park before they react to some Fun w/ Audio clips.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In the second hour, Dave Softy Mahler and Dick Fain chat with Hugh Millen about the receiving abilities of Seahawks first round pick Jadarian Price, plus Jalen Milroe’s use on offense and the interest in Dante Fowler, then the guys visit with Mariners’ second baseman Cole Young and discuss his big jump in year two, his defense and much more.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 getting swept by the Royals last weekend and the starting rotation, then talk to Emerson Hancock about his 14 strikeout game on Saturday and his changes from last season to now, then for their BRC Golden Moment, they listen back to Randy Johnson’s speech.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In the first hour, Dave Softy Mahler is at the UW Spring Game at Husky Stadium and visits with Offensive Line Coach Michael Switzer as well as Defensive Coordinator Ryan Walters, who talk about how both units can compete with their Big Ten competition plus the young and new players starting for their groups, then reacts to Fun with Audio clips.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In the second hour, Dave Softy Mahler revisits a conversation with Randy Johnson, who is getting his number retired by the Mariners this weekend, from January 22, 2018, then with Softy at the UW Spring Game, he sits down with the Huskies offensive tackles Kodi Greene, a 5-star recruit, and Drew Azzopardi, plus 4-star recruit Derek Colman-Brusa.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In the third hour, Dave Softy Mahler chats with Hugh Millen about the UW Spring Game tonight and a breakdown of some key players in the Seahawks draft last week, then he visits with both Geirean Hatchett and Landen Hatchett, the brothers who both play on the Huskies offensive line plus Cam Cleeland stops by the show before the game starts.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In the first hour, Dave Softy Mahler, Dick Fain and Jackson Felts discuss the ongoing situation with the sale of the Seahawks including reported potential owners and some interested parties and how we feel about the names of Tim Cook and Mark Zuckerberg, then Dylan Byers from Puck joins the show to talk about the Seahawks sale candidates.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In the second hour, Dave Softy Mahler and Dick Fain visit with John Canzano in Oregon and get the scoop on the new Blazers ownership situation, how it intertwines with the Seahawks upcoming sale, and the chances they relocate to Seattle, then they discuss John’s comments regarding relocation plus fans’ feelings about owners with bad history.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In the third hour, Dave Softy Mahler and Dick Fain chat with Bret Boone about playing with Randy Johnson who is getting honored this weekend, the Mariners current staff question and Cole Young’s rise, then the guys discuss what the M’s should do with Luis Castillo with the veteran starter currently struggling, then they react to Fun with Audio.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In the first hour, Dave Softy Mahler and Dick Fain discuss Seattle’s feelings with Randy Johnson compared to Felix Hernandez, the Mike Florio from PFT and NBC joins them to talk about the Rams’ Ty Simpson selection, Steelers quarterback situation, and Russ Wilson’s future, then react to Seattle’s interest in Dante Fowler, before Fun with Audio.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In the second hour, Dave Softy Mahler chats with Petros Papadakis about the LA Rams’ behaviors off the field and their public comments, plus women in television and movies and Diego Pavia going undrafted, then Dick Fain rejoins the show to discuss the list of the greatest Mariners of all time and who is fourth, Randy Johnson or Felix Hernandez?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In the third hour, Dave Softy Mahler and Dick Fain chat with Larry Stone about Randy Johnson, Luis Castillo, and the Mariners getting back to 500, then the guys continue to debate the better player between Randy Johnson and Ken Griffey Jr and talk about the Seahawks roster before the seventh round pick, cornerback Michael Dansby, jumps on.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In the first hour, Dave Softy Mahler, Dick Fain, and Jackson Felts discuss the state of the Mariners pitching staff with Luis Castillo continuing to struggle after getting battered yesterday in Minnesota, then update the latest news about a new NBA lottery system to curb teams tanking-strategy for the top pick, then they get to some Fun with Audio clips.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In the second hour, Dave Softy Mahler and Dick Fain chat with Sonny Dykes, the Head Coach of TCU, who coached Bud Clark in college, to talk about the Seahawks second round draft pick, his skills as a safety and fit with Seattle system and culture, then they react to the conversation and pick before a deep dive into the Rams’ Ty Simpson pick.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In the third hour, Dave Softy Mahler and Dick Fain talk to Jon Wilner about the reported NCAA Tournament expansion coming and football playoff, then chat with Hawks legend Shaun Alexander about Seattle’s Super Bowl and the Seahawks drafting Jadarian Price in the first round, then Sounders Head Coach Brian Schmetzer discusses their last win.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.