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The KNBR Podcast has been a staple in my podcast rotation for almost four years now, and I can confidently say that it is a fantastic listen. As a longtime fan of KNBR, I have always appreciated their coverage of sports, and this podcast is no exception. With insightful interviews and discussions, it keeps me entertained and informed about the latest happenings in the sports world. The hosts showcase their expertise in an engaging manner, making each episode enjoyable to listen to.
One of the best aspects of The KNBR Podcast is the quality of its interviews. The hosts bring on a diverse range of guests, from athletes and coaches to analysts and industry insiders. These interviews provide unique insights into the world of sports and offer listeners an opportunity to hear directly from some prominent figures in the field. Whether it's discussing game strategies or diving into personal stories, the interviews are consistently fascinating and well worth tuning in for.
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While there are many positive aspects to The KNBR Podcast, one potential drawback is the lack of detail in the episode notes. For listeners who are multitasking while listening, such as driving or working, it can be challenging to keep track of which host is speaking or what specific topics are being covered without clear episode descriptions. Additionally, for those who struggle with identifying voices, not having detailed episode notes can make it harder to follow along with conversations.
In conclusion, The KNBR Podcast is an excellent choice for sports enthusiasts looking for insightful interviews and discussions without having to endure calls from listeners. While there may be room for improvement when it comes to providing more detail in episode notes, the overall quality of the content and the expertise of the hosts make this podcast a must-listen for fans of KNBR and sports in general. Whether you've been listening since 1987 or are a more recent fan, it's impossible to deny that The KNBR Podcast is a great addition to any sports lover's podcast library.

Dirty Work dives into the San Francisco Giants' offseason moves and the expectations for the upcoming season. They discuss the team's starting rotation, bullpen, and lineup, questioning whether the Giants can rely on their offense to carry them this year. The guys also touch on the hiring of manager Tony Vitello and the pressure he'll face to improve the team's performance.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

D-Pop and J.D. are joined by Tracy Sandler of the Fangirls Sports Network to discuss the team's priorities. The conversation touches on the potential departure of key players like Jauan Jennings and Mac Jones, as well as the team's draft strategy. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hour 3: D-Pop and J.D. dive into the 49ers' offseason needs and potential quarterback trades. They discuss the team's draft strategy, particularly at defensive tackle and left tackle, and weigh the pros and cons of trading Mac Jones. The conversation also touches on the impact of Jonathan Kaminga's departure from the Warriors. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hour 2: D-Pop and J.D. dive into the San Francisco 49ers' offseason moves. They discuss the recent trade of Jermaine Johnson to the Tennessee Titans and whether the 49ers missed out on a potential opportunity to acquire him. The guys also weigh in on the team's wide receiver needs, including the possibility of signing Jauan Jennings or Deebo Samuel. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

D-Pop and J.D. discuss the NBA's tanking problem with Kurt Helin, NBC Sports' lead writer. They dive into the league's efforts to combat tanking, including the possibility of changing the lottery system. Kurt shares his thoughts on the Warriors' current season, including their recent trade for Kristaps Porzingis and the impact of Steph Curry's absence. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hour 1: D-Pop and J.D. dive into the Golden State Warriors' recent win against the tanking Memphis Grizzlies. They discuss the team's surprising performance without Draymond Green, who's been a liability on offense lately. The guys also talk to Kurt Healin, lead NBA writer for NBC Sports, about the Warriors' future and the impact of the Jonathan Kaminga trade. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Athletic's Vic Tafur joined Silver & Carlos Ramirez from Indianapolis, where the NFL combine is in full swing, rumors are circulating, and trade / free agent markets are being set. Tafur predicts where Maxx Crosby could end up if the Las Vegas Raiders choose to trade him, and predicts how the 49ers' situations with Trent Williams and Mac Jones will get resolved.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Former Giants pitcher and MLB All-Star Shawn Estes shares his thoughts on the team's pitching prospects and concerns heading into the 2026 season. He also weighs in on the World Baseball Classic and the potential risks and benefits for players like Logan Webb, Luis Arraez and others.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hour 4: With past Bay Area athletes like Blake Snell and Carlos Rodon in mind, Silver asks whether or not it would be a disservice to the 49ers if they don't get compensation for Mac Jones while they can. With Jones on a two-year contract, if the 49ers elect not to trade him this offseason, he could leave in free agency next spring. However, if the 49ers were to trade him now, they could theoretically gain a player or draft pick to further the development of their team.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hour 3: Silver & Carlos Ramirez recap the Trent Williams contract standoff and why they believe Williams has the leverage in this negotiation. The Athletic's Vic Tafur joins the show to share the list of teams he would put on Maxx Crosby watch, and where he ultimately believes Mac Jones will be playing at the start of next season.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hour 2: Silver & Carlos Ramirez assess how the Giants' identity is different than that of the past five seasons, as one led by their hitting with far more questions on the pitching staff. Shawn Estes joins the show to address some of the newer faces who will have a chance to contribute early on in the season.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hour 1: Silver & Carlos Ramirez open up Thursday's show by talking about the Warriors' well-balanced scoring attack that led to their 133-112 win over the Memphis Grizzlies on Wednesday. Steve Kerr spoke to how much he enjoys coaching this group of players, despite the absence of Steph Curry and Jimmy Butler III, and Silver points to why the Warriors have been enjoyable to watch by simply playing hard, while a large chunk of the league tries to tank their season. Carlos proposes a solution to solve tanking in the NBA.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On the latest episode of The Soccer Hour, Ted goes over Saturday night's season opening win against SKC, then talks to Quakes defender, Benji Kikanovic, and previews Saturday's game with Kacey White, who will be doing color on Apple TV Saturday when the Earthquakes host Atlanta United. Tune in to the broadcast to hear Ted and Joe Cannon Saturday at 4:30pm right here on 810 KSFO.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

NFL analyst, Larry Krueger joins the show to preview the NFL Draft and break down the 49ers’ biggest offseason needs. He also drops a hot take on Giants prospect Bryce Eldridge, predicting he won’t reach the big leagues until June 2027.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Giants fan favorite Brandon Crawford stops by to promote his upcoming charity golf tournament and the cause it supports. He also weighs in on the current state of the Giants and shares an intriguing comment on Tony Vitello taking over as manager.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Giants legend Mike Krukow shares why he believes Bryce Eldridge is a longshot to make the Opening Day roster and opens up about Greg Papa’s upcoming bone marrow transplant surgery. Insight, honesty, and perspective from one of the most trusted voices in Giants baseball.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Giants front‑office advisor, Javier Lopez breaks down Bryce Eldridge’s development, what the organization wants to see before a full‑time MLB promotion, and how the Giants evaluate young talent for long‑term success at the big‑league level.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

HOUR 4 - Macklin Celebrini says he has no empathy for American fans after Team USA’s first gold since 1980. We try to reach Marcus Thompson—his phone fails—so we dive deeper into hockey, Team USA, and Jack Hughes returning to New Jersey. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

HOUR 3 - Brandon Crawford joins the show with eye‑opening comments on new Giants manager Tony Vitello and how he’s viewed around the clubhouse. Larry Krueger stops by and boldly predicts Bryce Eldridge won’t reach the big leagues until June 2027.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

HOUR 2 - Mike Krukow believes Bryce Eldridge is still a longshot to make the Opening Day roster, even after his first Spring Training home run. Fans are divided on whether he should start the year in the big leagues as the hype and debate heat up.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

HOUR 1 - The Warriors beat the Grizzlies with a total team effort — nearly every player scored in double figures. Bryce Eldridge blasts his first Spring Training homer as the Opening Day debate heats up. Plus, Giants advisor Javier Lopez joins the show.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

JD breaks down the Warriors bounce back win in which they saw eight players reach double digit scoring.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Todd Husak joins Niners Nightly with Larry Krueger to discuss whether the 49ers should bring back Deebo and if they should trade Mac Jones.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hour 4: The guys give you a little Sound Soiree of Jeff Kent on the Giants broadcast and Macklin Celebrini on his Olympic experience. Then the guys discuss some of the craziest news stories of the day in the crap section. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hour 3: The guys do a little sports improv and impersonate some of the top sports media figures in the country. They also debate whether the 49ers should hang onto Mac Jones or trade him for some draft capital. They later dive into Tony Vitello and how he will do in his first season in the orange and black. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Athletic NBA reporter Sam Amick thoughts on taking and how Adam Silver can put an end to it. He also discusses the Kawhi Leonard situation with the Clippers, and if the Warriors can make a splash this summer. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hour 2: Danny Dunn puts D-Pop and Tittle to the test with his double dips. The guys get into the tanking issue in the NBA and what Adam Silver can do to put a stop to it. Sam Amick of The Athletic joins the show to discuss the latest news in the NBA and if the Warriors can make a splash this summer. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hour 1: D-Pop and Rick Tittle discuss the Warriors bad loss to the Pelicans and how it's tough to truly know this team's potential with Steph Curry sidelined until March. They also get into Jonathan Kuminga's 27 point performance in his Hawks debut. Jennifer Lee Chan joins the show to discuss the two international games that the 49ers have to play in 2026, and recap some of John Lynch's presser from the GM meetings. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

NBC Sports Bay Area 49ers Reporter Jennifer Lee Chan joins D-Pop and Rick Tittle to discuss the latest Jauan Jennings news, and how the 49ers should handle the Mac Jones situation. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

NBC Sports Bay Area Warriors Insider Monte Poole joined Silver & JD to discuss how honestly we should evaluate a Warriors team without Stephen Curry and Jimmy Butler. He explains how Brandin Podziemski and Moses Moody find themselves in a similar predicament to Jordan Poole at the end of the 2021 season, and why De'Anthony Melton is playing his way into earning a lot more money this upcoming summer.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Larry Krueger joins Silver & JD to assess whether or not he'd compare the prospect of trading Mac Jones to previous situations with Blake Snell or Carlos Rodon. He also sorts through the complexities of Trent Williams negotiating a restructured contract with the 49ers, as the soon-to-be-38-year-old has a history of securing his money. Plus, Krueg explains the one element of John Lynch's presser from yesterday that nobody is talking about. Tune in to hear it all.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hour 3: Silver & JD revisit the Warriors moving forward without Stephen Curry and how Brandin Podziemski and Moses Moody should take advantage of the opportunity to carve out a larger role for future high-stakes games. Monte Poole joins the show to weigh in on Draymond Green's inconsistencies this season and how De'Anthony Melton continues to play himself into earning more money this upcoming summer.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hour 2: Silver & JD discuss Adam Schefter's report about a potential contract standoff between Trent Williams and the 49ers, and whether or not this should change the mindset about the team trading away Mac Jones. Larry Krueger stops by to sort through John Lynch's comments from the NFL combine, and claims that the biggest takeaway is a hint at bringing back a familiar face to the organization this offseason.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hour 1: Silver & JD open the show by diving into the Warriors' disappointing 113-109 loss in New Orleans. Despite the high of the Dubs' win over the Nuggets on Sunday, last night served as a reminder that without Steph Curry and Jimmy Butler, this team is capable of letting their vulnerabilities haunt them on any given night.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

49ers Insider, Matt Maiocco explains why Trent Williams holds all the leverage in his contract dispute. He breaks down the team’s lack of depth at left tackle and what the 49ers would be forced to do if they can’t find a solution to this growing problem.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

49ers analyst, Todd Husak shares his thoughts on the Trent Williams situation and what the team should do next. He breaks down potential Mac Jones trade destinations and the wide receivers who best fit Kyle Shanahan’s system heading into the 2026 season.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Duane Kuiper joins the show to share his take on the wild Scottsdale fire‑alarm story, the Giants’ hot start to Spring Training, and Luis Arraez’s debut in a Giants uniform. Plus, Kuip gives early impressions on the team and more from camp.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

HOUR 4 - The 49ers’ offseason drama continues, this time centered around Trent Williams and his future. Jonathan Kuminga shines in his Atlanta Hawks debut, leaving Warriors fans in their feelings. And we wrap the show with a fun look back at the Giants’ last home triple play in 2008.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

HOUR 3 - 49ers analyst, Todd Husak breaks down Mac Jones’ trade destinations and free‑agent WR fits for Kyle Shanahan’s system. Delanie Walker and Patrick Willis share hilarious stories about Justin Smith. Plus, Matt Maiocco discusses the latest on the Trent Williams situation.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

HOUR 2 - Should the 49ers trade Mac Jones to find Trent Williams’ replacement? Do Warriors fans regret dealing Jonathan Kuminga? We answer it all in a fun game‑show segment. Plus, Duane Kuiper shares the wild fire‑alarm story from Scottsdale.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

HOUR 1 - The Warriors lose and Jonathan Kuminga shines in his Hawks debut with an eye‑opening performance. Meanwhile, Trent Williams and the 49ers remain far apart on a contract solution — and things are getting sticky. All the latest reaction and analysis. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

JD breaks down the Warriors loss against the Pelicans, Kuminga scoring 27 points in his Hawks debut, and the latest Porzingis health update.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hour 4: The guys replay 49ers President of Football operations John Lynch's Press conference from early today, where John discusses the Trent Williams contract dispute, the 49ers need for a wide receiver, and the need for a pass rush. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Vic Tafur of The Athletic joins D-Pop and Rick Tittle to break down Trent Williams contract talks with the 49ers. He also breaks down the 49ers biggest needs as the draft approaches. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.