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 first hour, Dave Softy Mahler, Dick Fain, and Jackson Felts react to the Seahawks trading for wide receiver Rashid Shaheed from the Saints today, Fletcher Mackel breaks down the move from New Orleans’ side, then we hit Fact or Fiction and Fun with Audio.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In the second hour, Dave Softy Mahler and Dick Fain chat with Husky Honk Greg Lewis about the Huskies as the team prepares to face Wisconsin Saturday, then Hugh Millen joins the guys to break down the Seahawks trading for Saints receiver Rashid Shaheed.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In the third hour, Dave Softy Mahler and Dick Fain chat with Jon Wilner about the UW playoff expectations and rankings, plus major games coming up, then they discuss the Huskies in the Big Ten before Sounders Head Coach Brian Schmetzer joins the show.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In the fourth hour, Dave Softy Mahler and Dick Fain chat with former MLB GM turned Analyst Jim Bowden about the World Series, Mariners season and off-season ahead, then discuss the possible trade for Tigers pitcher Tarik Skubal based on Jim’s comment.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In the first hour, Dave Softy Mahler, Dick Fain, and Jackson Felts react to the massive domination by the Seahawks in their Sunday Night Football win over Washington and the performances on both sides of the ball, then hit Fact or Fiction and 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 commanding win over the Commanders in Washington including Darnold’s play, Jayden Daniels staying in, the offensive line, and Seattle’s defensive dominance.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In the third hour, Dave Softy Mahler and Dick Fain chat with Jacson Bevens about the huge year and game last night for Sam Darnold, then we talk more Seahawks including audio from Mike Macdonald today before Jason Hamilton joins to talk Dawgs basketball.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Fun with Audio. Why is Shohei Ohtani so likeable? Why do Mariners fans hate the Yankees and not the Dodgers?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hugh Millen joins to talk about if the AP Polls should still be a thing in College Football, the LSU situation, Bobby Wagner's greatness, and more. Hugh Millen joins again to talk about the greatness of JSN, how the hawks will use Nick Emmanwori, and more. Seahawks vs Commanders preview.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Seahawks are #11 on the PFF Power Rankings, fair? Aaron Levine from FOX 13 joins to talk about the upcoming Mariners off-sesaon, his appearance on Jeopardy, and more.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dodgers pre-game show starts now before game 6 of the world series. Can the Mariners trade for Tarik Skubal? Should the Seahawks re-sign Kenneth Walker III? Fact or Fiction. Lee Sterling from Paramount Sports joins the show to handicap the weekends football games.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In the first hour, Dave Softy Mahler, Dick Fain, and Jackson Felts lament Toronto’s trip to Seattle on July 4th next year, then Rick Neuheisel joins to talk about college football including various coaching situations before getting to Fact or Fiction and Fun w/ Audio.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In the second hour, Dave Softy Mahler and Dick Fain talk to Mike Holmgren about the Vikings quarterback situation and Seahawks-Commanders game, then get a pick from Taylor at the 520 Bar and Grill before talking about the future of Jedd Fisch in college.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In the first hour, Dave Softy Mahler and Dick Fain chat with Mike Florio about the latest NFL news including the trade deadline approaching, then ask if we Mariners fans are at all interested in the AL MVP Award next month before Fact or Fiction and Fun w/ Audio.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In the second hour, Dave Softy Mahler and Dick Fain look ahead to Sunday’s game between the Seahawks and Commanders, then Petros Papadakis joins the show to discuss the World Series, not being at the stadium, plus Sarkisian, Fisch and Carroll.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In the third hour, Dave Softy Mahler chats with Kevin Harlan about the Commanders, NFC, Chiefs-Bills, and more NFL, then Dick Fain and Jackson Felts jump in to discuss the ongoing World Series fifth game plus Toronto coming to Seattle on July 4th in 2026.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In the first hour, Dave Softy Mahler, Dick Fain, and Jackson Felts react to Toronto’s 18 inning loss in game three of the World Series plus the GOAT debate between Shohei Ohtani and Babe Ruth, then they get a Fact or Fiction pick before some 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’s win over Illinois last weekend, Demond Williams’ tough play and big game plus Jedd Fisch’s status with other college openings.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In the third hour, Dave Softy Mahler and Dick Fain chat with Jon Wilner about UW’s win over Illinois, Wisconsin ahead, and Oregon, then discuss Jedd Fisch’s future either with the Huskies or elsewhere, then Sounders Head Coach Brian Schmetzer joins the show.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In the fourth hour, Dave Softy Mahler and Dick Fain chat with Larry Stone about World Series game three last night, baseball’s GOAT debate, and John Stanton, then discuss the Seahawks rest-of-season schedule and Josh Naylor before Mike Benton jumps on.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In the first hour, Dave Softy Mahler, Dick Fain, and Jackson Felts discuss the continued heartbreak after the Mariners season ended last week, John Stanton’s letter to fans and faith in the M’s Owner, plus we get to a Fact or Fiction pick 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 Hugh Millen about some college football job openings, UW’s win over Illinois and season ahead, plus Seahawks football, then the guys listen and react to some of Jedd Fisch’s press conference today.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In the first hour, Dave Softy Mahler and Dick Fain talk about how much they will watch the World Series, share another Fact or Fiction pick, and get Lee Sterling’s best bets.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In the second hour, Dave Softy Mahler and Dick Fain discuss the Seahawks season with Sam Darnold shining right now then hear from Huskies Head Coach Jedd Fisch.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In the third hour, Dave Softy Mahler and Dick Fain talk to Hugh Millen about the end of the Mariners season and Seahawks then Sounders Head Coach Brian Schmetzer joins.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In the fourth hour, Dave Softy Mahler and Dick Fain chat with Jon Wilner about UW’s loss to Michigan and Illinois next, then update two polls before Rick Neuheisel’s visit.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In the first hour, Dave Softy Mahler and Dick Fain react to one Seahawks broadcaster’s social media remarks after Mariners fans after the season ended this week, then cover college football with Rick Neuheisel before getting a Fact or Fiction pick. They then hear from Jerry Dipoto who spoke to the media today before Mike Holmgren joins the show.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In the first hour, Dave Softy Mahler and Dick Fain chat with Mike Florio about Russell Wilson, Pete Carroll, and more NFL news, then discuss the continued pain from the Mariners season ending loss Monday before Fact or Fiction and some Fun with Audio.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In the second hour, Dave Softy Mahler visits with Petros Papadakis of Fox Sports Radio in Los Angeles, who twists the knife in Mariners fans right now by talking about the loss to the Blue Jays, resulting in a conversation about whether we should continue with him.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In the third hour, Dave Softy Mahler and Dick Fain chat with Kevin Harlan about the big Broncos comeback, the Colts’ success so far, Russell Wilson, and more NFL, then they discuss the Dawgs loss to Michigan last week and the Seahawks’ Monday night victory.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In the fourth hour, Dave Softy Mahler is joined by Mario Bailey and Greg Lewis for The Husky Honks, as the guys diagnose what happened in UW’s loss in Michigan last week, discuss the running game issues plus look ahead to the home game versus Illinois next.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In the first hour, Dave Softy Mahler and Dick Fain react to the Mariners’ season ending loss in game seven of the ALCS against Toronto, take calls from fans reacting to it, get a Fact or Fiction pick, and talk about the game and M’s entire season with Larry Stone.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In the first hour, Dave Softy Mahler and Dick Fain look ahead to tonight’s game seven in the ALCS between the Mariners and Blue Jays, discuss the game and entire series with former All Star Bret Boone plus Hugh Millen jumps on to preview Hawks-Texans tonight.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In the first hour, Dave Softy Mahler and Dick Fain discuss the Mariners in Game 5 of the ALCS tonight against Toronto, look ahead to tomorrow’s massive Huskies football game in Michigan, get their Fact or Fiction pick, then get Lee Sterling’s best bets of the week.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In the second hour, Dave Softy Mahler and Dick Fain chat with Petros Papadakis about the emotions of the baseball playoffs, college firings, and UW facing Michigan, then Jon Wilner joins the show to discuss the Huskies’ big game, plus coaching moves and more.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In the third hour, Dave Softy Mahler and Dick Fain talk to Hugh Millen about the Seattle Seahawks win over Jacksonville and facing Houston on Monday night, plus UW’s game against Michigan coming up tomorrow, plus we revisit Mike Florio’s interview this week.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In the first hour, Dave Softy Mahler and Dick Fain react to the Mariners loss last night and Game 4 tonight, chat with Mike Holmgren about the Seahawks, talk with Mariners Infield Coach Perry Hill, and discuss Huskies and college football with Rick Neuheisel.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In the first hour, Dave Softy Mahler and Dick Fain look ahead to Game 3 of the ALCS for the Mariners against Toronto, talk about the biggest NFL stories with Mike Florio of PFT, then get a Fact or Fiction pick before listening and reacting to Fun with Audio clips.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In the second hour, Dave Softy Mahler and Dick Fain chat with Bill Krueger about the Mariners leading the Blue Jays 2-0 in the ALCS with Game 3 tonight, then visit with M’s broadcaster Rick Rizzs down at the ballpark before hearing from Manager Dan Wilson.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In the third hour, Dave Softy Mahler chats with Kevin Harlan about the Bears, Dolphins, Buccaneers, and Joe Flacco trade, then looks ahead to Saturday’s UW-Michigan game with Wolverines voice Jon Jansen before Dick Fain rejoins to talk about the Seahawks.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In the fourth hour, Dave Softy Mahler is joined by Mario Bailey and Greg Lewis for The Husky Honks as the guys discuss UW’s win over Rutgers last week including the huge offensive game by Demond Williams, plus look ahead to the Michigan game this week.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In the first hour, Dave Softy Mahler and Dick Fain react to the Mariners being two wins away from the World Series, hear from Dan Wilson today at T-Mobile Park, get a Fact or Fiction pick, listen to some Fun with Audio and talk more about the M’s with Larry Stone.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.