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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.
Another strong point of this podcast is that it eliminates the need to listen to callers. While live radio shows often rely on audience participation through call-ins, these segments can sometimes be hit or miss. By focusing solely on interviews and discussions between the hosts themselves, The KNBR Podcast ensures that each episode remains engaging without having to rely on potentially repetitive or mundane interactions with callers.
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.

Giants' Senior Director of Player Development Kyle Haines joins Extra Innings with Bill Laskey to talk about the success of the team's minor league affiliates, and how difficult it is to maintain success in the lower levels of the system with constant roster turnover. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sacramento River Cats (Giants AAA affiliate) catcher Drew Cavanaugh joins Extra Innings with Bill Laskey to talk about getting more reps by starting out at a junior college out of high school, the difference catching pitchers between Double-A and Triple-A, and what changes in his hitting approach moving up from Double-A to Triple-A.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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SF Chronicle's Bruce Jenkins and Marty look thru the Windows of Baseball on the Giants losing streak and the struggle to find any kind of rhythm on offenseSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Bassist and Giants fan, Marcus Shelby, joins Talkin' Baseball with Marty to talk about his 15–piece orchestra returning back to the Presidio Theater to present his original suite “Black Ball: The Negro Leagues and the Blues” musical featuring Martin Luther McCoy, Paige Mayes & Tristian Cunningham next Sunday @ 2pm.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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"The Professor" Ron Wotus joins Talkin' Baseball on this struggling Giants offense + What's it like to coach 3rd base again?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Opening Segment of Talkin' Baseball before the series finale vs the Rockies in ColoradoSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Eastern Utah Broadcasting Program Director Jordan Buscarini joins Extra Innings with Bill Laskey to talk about how the Rockies have been reshaped this season following an extended rebuild and how much the team's offense still needs to improve in order to be competitive, while also talking about a Little League Baseball controversy.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Around the Foghorn editor Jeff Young joins SportsPhone KNBR with Bill Laskey after the Giants blow a 3-run lead in the ninth inning to lose in Colorado. They talk about how the Giants' bullpen has nowhere to turn to get a consistent outing, and no one to trust in a close game or save situation.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Hour 3 -- Sound Soiree featuring Giants Manager Tony Vitello discussing Hector Borg's reassignment, plus Jauan Jennings compares his signing with the Vikings to the Warriors signing Kevin Durant. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hour 2 -- The guys spin the Dirty Work Dial which includes the new NBA anti-tanking rules, MLB's proposal for a salary cap, and the NFL cutdown day. The guys also preview the Giants upcoming series against the Rockies. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

SF Chronicle 49ers Reporter Eric Branch joins the show to discuss Isaac Guerendo's injury and what that means for rookie Kaelon Black's role with the team. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hour 1 -- Copes and D-Pop live from the Greek Fest in San Jose. The guys discuss the Giants decision to reassign Hector Borg to a different role in the organization, and Ron Wotus becoming the interim Third Base Coach. The guys also discuss 49ers OTAs with the SF Chronicle's Eric Branch. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Will The 49ers sign Joey Bosa? We ask Matt Maiocco of NBC Sports Bay Area, and get his thoughts on the depth at running back and on the offensive and defensive lines heading 2026. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We continue to chat about the Giants' reassignment of Hector Borg, the promotion of Ron Wotus, and how the team moves forward given litany of struggles, plus we touch on a hodge podge of sports stories, including J.J. McCarthy's relationship with Kyler Murray and "flopping season" as the World Cup draws nearSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Giants' recent struggles have left fans scratching their heads, and today's news that third base coach Hector Borg has been reassigned to a new role within the player development staff has sparked a lot of discussion. Andy Baggarly of The Athletic shares his thoughts on the move and what it might mean for the team's future.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Giants reassigned third base coach Hector Borg; we react to the breaking news as San Francisco looks for anything to help right the ship as they head out on a 3 city roadtripSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Silver and Kruegs dive into the possibility of Joey Bosa joining the 49ers and whether he's a good fit for the team. The hosts also discuss the 49ers' young players, including Jacob Cowing and Kaelon Black, who are making a strong impression in OTAs. The conversation touches on the 49ers' offense, which is looking promising with the addition of new receivers and a healthier Brock Purdy. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dieter Kurtenbach of the San Jose Mercury News joins the conversation that centers around the 49ers' offseason moves, including their new wide receivers and defensive line. We also touch on the Giants' disappointing season, including their struggles with pitching and the potential trade of Logan Webb. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Giants' struggles continue, and it's not just about the on-field performance. The team's decision-making process has been under scrutiny, with many questioning the moves made by the front office. WE chat potential moves and the team being stuck with big contracts, and we welcome Dieter Kurtenbach, who is always a ray of sunshine.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hour 4 includes not one but two interviews, one with Susan Slusser previewing the Giants series against the Colorado Rockies and another with Bonnie Bernstein featuring her new upcoming series about women's success in the sports industry.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Recognized by the American Sportscasters association as one of the most accomplished female sportscasters Bonnie Bernstein joins the show to preview her unscripted series The Champions Edge showcasing women thriving in their professions and using lessons learned through sports to spark their success. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sportswriter for the San Francisco Chronicle and former President of the Baseball Writers' Association Susan Slusser stop by to talk some Giants baseball with the guys. Susan breaks down what the Giants need to fix up in order to get back to playing winning baseball as they look to bounce back against the Rockies in Colorado this weekend.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hour 3 with the guys include the Cooler of Content as they break down some interesting sound bites from around the sports world including game 7 of the Western Conference Finals between the Oklahoma City Thunder versus the San Antonio Spurs, the Golden State Valkyries last second win against the Indiana Fever and Caitlyn Clark and much more!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Senior writer for the Athletic covering the San Francisco 49ers Matt Burrows joins the show to talk about his impressions of the first days of 49ers OTAs. The guys listen in and ask Matt what the 49ers faithful should be on the look out for and any highlights he saw that caught his eye at OTAs. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hour 2 of the Murph & Markus show includes the guys discussing what the Giants have to do in order to flip the script and back up Logan Webb during a must win series in Colorado against the Rockies. The guys also talk about some Game 7 of the WCF and much more!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Former San Francisco Giants pitcher and current broadcaster Mike Krukow joins the show to talk about how the Giants can bounce back and prove winning baseball is ahead for the team. Kruk also chimes in on the looming expiration of MLB's CBA in December that could very much lead to a lockout and his experience during the last lockout in 1994.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hour 1: It's time to open the Doors at Coors! The Giants look to bounce back in Colorado with Logan Webb back from the IL! The guys discuss how the team will approach a must need series win in Colorado and Tony Vitello stops to chat to end the first hour of the show.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Brian Peacock of Locked On 49ers joins Sportsphone KNBR with Ted Ramey to give an early outlook to the 2026 49ers season and standouts from OTAsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Steve Berman of The Athletic joins Sportsphone KNBR with Ted Ramey to discuss the new proposed MLB salary cap hit/floor.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Kyle Posey of Niners Nation joins Larry Krueger to discuss standouts from 49ers OTAs.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Rich Aurilia joins the show and gives his thoughts on the Giants mental and physical errors and how they can button things up.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sam Amick joins the show to discuss if the Knicks have a chance in the Finals against either team that comes out of the Western Conference. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hour 4: The guys reminisce on the Klay Thompson's huge performance against the OKC Thunder in Game 6 of the Western Conference Finals in 2016. They also give you a Sound Soiree featuring some of the best sounds around the sporting world. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.