Dave 'Softy' Mahler and Dick Fain

In the first hour, Dave Softy Mahler and Dick Fain discuss their feelings with Drew Lock starting for the Seahawks at quarterback with Sam Darnold hurt, then Rick Neuheisel joins the show to discuss Lane Kiffin at LSU, Oregon’s loss, the Huskies’ situation with NIL currently, and UW’s offensive issues, then they listen and react to Fun with Audio.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In the second hour, Dave Softy Mahler and Dick Fain chat with Mike Holmgren about the Seahawks going from Sam Darnold to their backup Drew Lock, Jadarian Price’s usage in his second career game, and more, then Bret Boone joins to talk about the Mariners’ nearly-gone hopes, player mindsets, Dan Wilson, respect, and the 2004 M’s.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In the first hour, Dave Softy Mahler and Dick Fain react to the end of a Mariners contest, chat with Mike Florio about Sam Darnold’s injury, Deshaun Watson, the Cardinals, L.A. Chargers, and Chiefs, then they listen and react to Mike Macdonald talking about Sam Darnold’s injury before Jackson shares a Fact or Fiction pick, then have Fun with Audio.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In the second hour, Dave Softy Mahler chats with Petros Papadakis about the return of Mike Holmgren to the radio show, UW’s schedule and early offensive problems, issues with various Seattle music artists, and the Oregon Ducks, then the guys discuss the NIL situation around college football, including Jedd Fisch in July talking about UW’s money.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In the third hour, Dave Softy Mahler chats with Kevin Harlan about the Hawks-Patriots season opener last week, the Cardinals, Chargers, Rams, Bears, and Chiefs, then Dick Fain rejoins as the guys listen and react to Mike Macdonald’s presser today about Sam Darnold, then Chris Daniels from Komo joins to update the process of NBA expansion.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In the first hour, Dave Softy Mahler and Dick Fain debate whether the Mariners are now officially and finally dead, include a debate about Dan Wilson’s job security and when or if he will get fired, then they discuss the Cardinals win over the Chargers and if it makes the Arizona game coming up harder, then we get to Fact or Fiction and Fun with Audio.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In the second hour, Dave Softy Mahler is joined by Mario Bailey and Greg Lewis for the Husky Honks as the guys dive deep into the poor UW offense right now, the amount of injuries on the team, including the offensive line situation with poor play and the Landon Hatchett situation being out, Demond Williams, plus the Eastern Washington game next.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In the third hour, Dave Softy Mahler and Dick Fain chat with Jon Wilner about UW’s bad offense right now, Oregon’s loss, Texas’ win, media behavior, and more, then Sounders Coach Brian Schmetzer talks about the team’s recent draw, a new injury, and Colorado up next, then Larry Stone joins to discuss the Mariners disappointment and managers.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In the first hour, Dave Softy Mahler and Hugh Millen discuss the state of the Huskies’ offense including the lackluster performances so far, the running game issues and the massive amount of injuries, plus Demond Williams’ games so far, then we get to our Fact or Fiction pick of the day before some Fun with Audio, including Steve Sarkisian.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In the second hour, Dave Softy Mahler and Hugh Millen discuss Demond Williams and the Huskies offense on Saturday against Utah State and all the issues with him and the offensive line, plus how fixable the issues are, then we hear Head Coach Jedd Fisch at his Monday press conference before getting to their BRC Golden Moment - Texas’ win.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In the third hour, Dave Softy Mahler and Dick Fain speak with Hugh Millen about the Seahawks cornerbacks holding their own, get his thoughts on Drew Lock, and how he feels Brian Fleury called plays in his first game as Seahawks OC. Then Hugh comes back to talk about whether he's worried about Sam Darnold's injury and takes a look at the matchup between JSN and Christian Gonzalez. Also, Fun With Audio.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In the second hour, Dave Softy Mahler and Dick Fain speak to Rick Neuheisel about his experience on September 11th, 2001, get his thoughts on the Husky win in the Apple Cup, looking ahead to UW's matchup against Utah State, and whether Michigan should be worried about their quarterback. Chuck then hops on to talk about whether the Mariners are finally dead and buried and he gives his thoughts on the Seahawks.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In the first hour, Dave Softy Mahler and Dick Fain talk to Mike Florio about the Seahawks win over the Patriots on Wednesday, the latest on Sam Darnold's hip injury, whether the Rams travel decisions were to blame for their performance and Florio takes shots at Softy. Then Softy and Dick talk about where they were on September 11, 2001. Also, Lee Sterling joins the show to give his picks for the weekend.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In the first hour, Dave Softy Mahler and Dick Fain react to the Seahawks beating the Patriots in their season opener yesterday and Drew Lock stepping in for an injured Sam Darnold, then we hear from Mike Macdonald with an update on the injury before getting today’s Fact or Fiction pick and having Fun with Audio including sound from last night.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In the second hour, Dave Softy Mahler and Dick Fain chat with Mike Holmgren about the Seahawks season starting up yesterday with a win over the Patriots, Sam Darnold going down with an injury on the first drive and Drew Lock stepping in, plus we have a second edition of Fun with Audio focusing on funny sound from the Patriots’ losing side.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In the first hour, Dave Softy Mahler and Dick Fain look ahead to the Seahawks season kicking off today after the new owners were introduced, then Kurt Warner joins the show from Lumen Field to preview Seattle’s season and quest to repeat as well as more NFL thoughts as the season kicks off, plus we get Fact or Fiction and have Fun with Audio.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In the second hour, Dave Softy Mahler and Dick Fain talk to Hugh Millen about the 2026 Seahawks season kicking off later today, including thoughts on the new ownership team unveiled, then Softy catches up with new Seahawks owner Neal Khosla to talk about his family taking over the organization, then we get to 2026 NFL predictions from the crew.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In the third hour, Dave Softy Mahler chats with CBS and Westwood One broadcaster Kevin Harlan about the Seahawks kicking off the 2026 NFL season, Sam Darnold, the NFC West, plus the Chiefs, Bills, and the Khosla family now owning the team, then the guys listen and react to UW Offensive Line Coach Michael Switzer criticizing his group.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In the first hour, Dave Softy Mahler and Dick Fain discuss the Seahawks opener coming tomorrow, the hopes for the season, predictions, comparing this to 2014, and the weird Wednesday element, then they listen and react to Michael Switzer talking about the UW poor offensive line performance versus WSU, before Fact or Fiction and Fun with Audio.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In the second hour, Dave Softy Mahler is joined by Greg Lewis and Mario Bailey for the Husky Honks as the guys react to Washington winning the Apple Cup, the offense not looking overly impressive, Demond Williams and his receivers’ game, the running game, if there are any discipline questions with the team, the freshman key players, and more.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In the third hour, Dave Softy Mahler and Dick Fain chat with Jon Wilner about the wild ending of Michigan vs. Western Michigan, the Apple Cup, and USC, then listen to Dan Wilson’s pregame press conference today, hear from reliever Gabe Speier, plus Brian Schmetzer joins the show to discuss the Sounders’ 0-0 draw, key returns, and injuries.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In the third hour, Dave Softy Mahler and Dick Fain chat with Larry Stone about the lack of Mariners playoff hopes, youth coming up, Dan Wilson’s time left, the Apple Cup and a 24-team college football playoff plus the Seahawks’ opener, then the guys chat with M’s reliever Gabe Speier about the vibes currently, their playoff hopes, his role, and Wilson.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In the third hour, Dave Softy Mahler and Dick Fain talk to Bill Krueger about the Mariners dropping 3 out of 4 to the A's, whether the Mariners have given up, why Dan Wilson isn't more critical of his players, why Julio has struggled so much this season and Bryan Woo's recent success. Then we hear from Seahawks head coach Mike Macdonald ahead of the season opener Wednesday. Also, the Bellevue Rare Coins Golden Moment featuring Elise Woodward.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In the second hour, Dave Softy Mahler and Dick Fain talk to Hugh Millen about his overall thoughts on the Dawgs winning the 2026 Apple Cup, whether Demond Williams can lead the team to the CFP and whether the Huskies have enough weapons on offense. Then he chimes in on the Seahawks opening the season and the injuries to Nick Emmanwori and Ty Okada. He also addresses the controversial Michigan win over Western Michigan.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In the first hour, Dave Softy Mahler and Dick Fain discuss the underwhelming performance from the Huskies in an Apple Cup win over WSU, UW running back injuries and thoughts on Demond Williams's performance. Then they talk about the Mariners losing 3 out of 4 to the A's and whether they are dead and buried yet. Also, Fun With Audio.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In the first hour, Dave Softy Mahler and Dick Fain are joined by Washington Huskies Athletic Director Pat Chun ahead of Sunday’s Apple Cup to discuss the game’s future, non-conference schedules, the situation with WSU’s band, stadium additions and NFL players back in college, then they react to the interview before Lee Sterling joins them.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In the second hour, Dave Softy Mahler and Dick Fain chat with Chuck Powell about the Mariners dwindling hopes after a bad loss last night to the A’s, the Astros not falling, the missteps by Jerry Dipoto this year, the 2025 weight on the 2026 team and Dan Wilson’s managerial job, then they talks about their feelings with the Apple Cup rivalry right now.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In the third hour, Dave Softy Mahler and Dick Fain chat with Hugh Millen about Apple Cup 2026 and the future of the rivalry game, Demond Williams, UW’s non-conference schedule and the playoff implications, then the guys get to the Hardball Pregame Show and revisit Bryce Miller’s comment yesterday before Chris Petersen joins the program.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In the first hour, Dave Softy Mahler, Dick Fain, and Jackson Felts debate how they want to feel as sports fans - excited or comfortable - when it comes to the Mariners, then Rick Neuhseisel joins the show to talk about the Apple Cup, CFP, a lawsuit involving LSU, a small crowd for USC last week, and his weekly pick, then they get some Fun with Audio.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In the second hour, Dave Softy Mahler and Dick Fain are joined by Bret Boone to talk about the mentality of his 2001 team, the playoff hopes for the 2026 Mariners, and the culture Dan Wilson has created, then they continue to debate the desire for excitement or to be comfortable as an M’s fan, then starting pitcher Bryce Miller joins from the park.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In the third hour, Dave Softy Mahler and Dick Fain chat with Jerry Brewer about Bryce Miller talking about the 2025 weight on the 2026 Mariners, Lane Kiffin’s behavior with LSU, and the Apple Cup, then the guys continue to talk about the state of rivalry games in college football including how other rivalries are with all the big conference changes.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In the first hour, Dave Softy Mahler and Dick Fain react to the Los Angeles Clippers and their giant punishments for circumventing the NBA salary cap, plus discuss the interest in the Apple Cup by fans, the lack of office banter with the status of the game currently and the lack of a WSU depth chart being available, plus they get some Fun with Audio.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In the second hour, Dave Softy Mahler and Dick Fain react to the Mariners win today over the Red Sox and current playoff chances, then Softy chats with Petros Papadakis about USC’s small crowd at their season opener, the Trojans’ program under Lincoln Riley, the Apple Cup this weekend, UCLA firing their Athletic Director, and Lane Kiffin.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 win over Boston and series win, plus updated playoff hopes, and the debut of Lazaro Montes, then the guys play a game with listeners plus react to Dan Wilson’s comments after the Mariners win then they react to audio bites from the final Hard Knocks episode.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In the first hour, Dave Softy Mahler and Dick Fain chat with Mike Florio about the Terrion Arnold situation with the Seahawks, the Commissioner’s List, Tony Romo’s status, the Rams getting Aaron Donald back, and more, then the guys continue to discuss Arnold’s status with the Hawks and his lack of availability to play before having Fun with Audio.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In the second hour, Dave Softy Mahler is joined by Greg Lewis and Mario Bailey for the 2026 debut of The Husky Honks as the guys discuss the lack of competitiveness in the game, Demond Williams and the UW offense going into this season, the questions with the wide receiver group, expectations for the 2026 defense, and what to expect in WSU.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In the third hour, Dave Softy Mahler and Dick Fain chat with Jon Wilner about the Apple Cup this week, CFP changes, USC’s attendance issue, plus UCLA, Cal, and his weekly pick, then they discuss their belief level the ‘26 M’s before Sounders Head Coach Brian Schmetzer talks about Dejan Joveljic’s debut, injuries with his team, and New York next.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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In the first hour, Dave Softy Mahler and Dick Fain discuss the Apple Cup coming up this Sunday afternoon and UW getting the full spotlight, the Mariners getting absolutely beat down by Toronto over the weekend, the potential firings of Dan Wilson and Jerry Dipoto if the team misses the playoffs this year, then they react to some Fun with Audio sound.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In the second hour, Dave Softy Mahler and Dick Fain chat with Bill Krueger about the Mariners bad weekend in Toronto, their mental mistakes, Dan Wilson’s job, and Laz Montes coming up to the big leagues, then the guys discuss the Seahawks narrowing down their roster to the 53-man, the lack of surprises, concerns, and current secondary.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In the third hour, Dave Softy Mahler and Dick Fain chat with Hugh Millen about Jalen Milroe’s final preseason action for the Seahawks, the depth at cornerback and running back for Seattle, and Rashid Shaheed, then the guys discuss Aaron Donald’s return to the Rams yesterday before the BRC Golden Moment features a huge Sounders debut.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In the third hour, Chuck Powell sits down with Softy at Cheney Stadium and talks about Bryce Miller being moved to the bullpen, addressing why the Mariners didn't bring back Geno Suarez, looking for consistency at third base and whether Cal Raleigh has turned the corner. Then more Mariners discussion and looking at how abysmal the AL West division is.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.