Softy & Dick Interviews

Mike Florio from PFT and NBC joins Dave Softy Mahler and Dick Fain to talk about the Terrion Arnold interest by the Seahawks and other NFL teams, if Arnold will able to play in the preseason, the Cleveland Browns naming Deshaun Watson the starter for week one of the preseason, if Aaron Donald’s decision is coming this week, and Kyler Murray.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Petros Papadakis in Los Angeles joins Dave Softy Mahler to talk about the sale of the Lakers to a Kushner and former head of Disney, then he shares some of his in-house produced songs on his radio show, discusses the Dodgers’ dominance, Elise Woodward taking over as the voice of UW football and the WNBA drama with Sophie Cunningham.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Legendary writer Larry Stone joins Dave Softy Mahler and Dick Fain to talk about how the 2026 Mariners season will end, the frustrating use of Michael Rucker, Jerry Dipoto’s future being in question, the lack of leadership and top players speaking to the media throughout the year, the money owed to Cal Raleigh, and Dan Wilson’s odd comments.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Matt Dery from the Locked On Lions podcast in Detroit joins Dave Softy Mahler and Dick Fain to talk about the Terrion Arnold situation including what he is currently in trouble for, if the Lions moved on too quickly from him, his quality on the field, what kind of a prospect he was coming out of the draft, and the current state of the Lions’ team.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Seattle Sounders FC Head Coach Brian Schmetzer joins Dave Softy Mahler and Dick Fain to talk about the team ending its seven game losing streak with a 3-0 win at home with three more home games ahead, the many injuries the team has suffered, what is behind the amount, and statuses for all of his hurt players, plus tomorrow’s big match.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jon Wilner of The San Jose Mercury News and Wilner Hotline joins Dave Softy Mahler and Dick Fain to talk about the state of the Apple Cup and its future, the possible new model for the College Football Playoff and play-in, the new bill in congress that will not likely get enough support in the House, plus this year’s game between UW and Indiana.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Seahawks defensive tackle Byron Murphy sits down with Dave Softy Mahler after the Training Camp practice to talk about getting back to business at the VMAC, being a film junkie, facing double teams from offensive lines and his stance in those scenarios, the amount of snaps he plays for Seattle’s defense, and looking ahead to his next contract.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hugh Millen joins Dave Softy Mahler and Dick Fain to talk about the Seahawks possibly signing cornerback Terrion Arnold amidst his trouble legal situation, what Byron Murphy needs to do to earn a nine-figure deal like Quinnen Williams got from Dallas, the Hard Knocks episode with f-bombs from Thomas Hammock, plus Devon Witherspoon’s deal.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Former Mariners pitcher and analyst Bill Krueger joins Dave Softy Mahler and Dick Fain to talk about the ongoing issues with the Mariners right now, where the blame is spread on the team, Cal Raleigh’s stunning regression at the plate, how Dan Wilson has gotten better, how many decisions Dan actually makes, and Jeff Nelson not in the M’s’ Top 50.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mr. Mariner, Alvin Davis joins the show to talk about how honored he is to be apart of this celebration and how proud he is of the organization, how he loved the King Dome and favorite memories as a Mariners player.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Harold Reynolds joins the show to talk about what it means to make the top 50 list, his best memories from his time in Seattle, who he has been excited to hang out with and Griffey and his legacy.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Softy and Dick get to hang out with Brett Boone in person and talk about how happy he is to be back in Seattle, why he isn't in the home run derby tonight, what is going on with the current team and what it would take to get the team going again.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Raul Ibanez joins the show to talk about the Mariners 50th anniversary weekend and how the current Mariners can get going.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Petros Papadakis joins Softy to talk about the Washington fires and how people in LA have handled the aftermath, whether the Dodgers are good or bad for baseball and looking ahead to this upcoming season for the Huskies.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Larry Stone joins Softy and Hugh to talk about why the Mariners aren't living up to expectation for this season and whether anyone will be fired because of it. Also, Larry discusses how he doesn't think Dan Wilson will be back if the Mariners miss the playoffs but that we can't yet write them off.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Seahawks tight end AJ Barner sits down with Softy and Hugh to talk about his Super Bowl touchdown, discuss the tight ends on the Hawks, how AJ can improve this season, how he has no hobbies and didn't watch Hard Knocks Tuesday night and discusses which was better: winning a national championship or winning a Super Bowl.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

UW Head Football Coach Jedd Fisch joins Softy to talk all things Husky football.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jon Wilner hops on to talk about whether Oregon is going to go on a long win streak against Washington and how long he thinks the Apple Cup will continue.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Baseball analyst Steve Phillips joins the show to talk about the Mariners trades, what he thought about the "piggyback", whether Dan Wilson is to blame for the disappointing season so far and the chances of a work stoppage in MLB.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mike Florio joins Softy to talk about what to expect from the Hard Knocks debut, Bijan Robinson's extension, looking at Aaron Donald's latest move and how effective Micah Parsons will be when he returns to the field.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Softy and Hugh talk to baseball insider Bill Krueger about the Mariners moves and about how Bill LOVES the Castillo trade, how the piggyback was never a good idea and his thoughts on the Dodgers getting Tarik Skubal and spending big.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Grey Zabel sits down with Softy and Hugh to talk about how North Dakota State has prepared Grey for the NFL, what he remembers as a "welcome to the NFL" moment, that he wants to play against Aaron Donald, about loving playing with Charles Cross and who is the toughest Seahawks defender to block.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Phil Steele joins Dave Softy Mahler for his annual preseason college football interview to break down how many teams could win the National Championship this year, who he has in the title game and contending for the Heisman Trophy, the Big Ten battle against the SEC, the Huskies and Demond Williams in 2026, plus WSU and Alabama chances.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Washington Huskies football Head Coach Jedd Fisch joins Dave Softy Mahler from Big Ten Media Day to talk about the process in year three on Montlake, the NIL situation for UW, the work with Demond Williams and a new Offensive Coordinator, how Demond will grow this year, his starting running back right now, and he reflects on his performances.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Former Mariners All Star Bret Boone joins Dave Softy Mahler to talk about Bryan Woo’s issues on the road and the mental aspect of the problem, how the team should handle the trade deadline next Monday and which players Seattle could and should go after, Ty France and Mason Miller from the Padres, third base targets, and Tarik Skuball’s future.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Petros Papadakis in Los Angeles joins Dave Softy Mahler to talk about another WNBA controversy, this time with the Storm Co-Owner, his broadcasting schedule coming up in college football including a Trojans-Huskies game, USC’s rank in the Big Ten preseason poll, the national attention on Los Angeles instead of Seattle, plus white running backs.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Legendary writer Larry Stone joins Dick Fain to talk about the Mariners win on Tuesday night including the home run reliance in Los Angeles, the late game craziness and their defensive issues nearly leading to disaster, if Emerson Hancock is going to be traded at the deadline, what his value is on the market, and how Seattle should handle any deals.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jerry Brewer from The Athletic joins Dick Fain to talk about the Seahawks chances of regression in 2026 with a division powerhouse like the Rams to face, why he is still so bullish on Seattle’s chances this year, the Mariners fighting to beat the Dodgers last night, what the M’s should do at the trade deadline next week, and Lebron to the 76ers.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Seahawks quarterback Sam Darnold sits down with Dave Softy Mahler and Hugh Milen after Seattle’s Training Camp practice today to discuss coming off a championship, the outside noise throughout last year, what Rashid Shaheed can add with a full off-season with the Hawks, differences with new Offensive Coordinator Brian Fleury, and his input.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Seattle Sounders Head Coach Brian Schmetzer joins Dave Softy Mahler and Jackson Felts to talk about the team’s five-match losing streak and what’s going on with players right now, the injury situation getting better and other positives to take right now, if they need to bring in new attacking talent, and facing the Timbers in Portland this Saturday.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jon Wilner of The San Jose Mercury News and Wilner Hotline joins Dave Softy Mahler and Hugh Millen to talk about all the preseason college football polls and his pick of Oregon to win the conference in 2026, if Ohio State does not care about winning the conference, and patches going on player jerseys as a way to help pay them by schools.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mike Florio of NBC and PFT joins Dave Softy Mahler to talk about Kyle Shanahan’s car accident and how it was reported, Brandon Aiyuk’s future with the 49ers, Aaron Donald possibly returning to the Rams this offseason, Tony Romo getting arrested and where CBS goes from here, Jalen Carter’s massive new deal, and Baker Mayfield’s next team.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

New Washington Huskies football play-by-play voice Elise Woodward joins Dave Softy Mahler and Hugh Millen to talk about her new dream job and history with the Huskies as a child, the historic nature of being a female voice of a top college football program, and her personality and style as a play-by-play voice including wanting listeners to have fun.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Seattle Seahawks Julian Love joins Dave Softy Mahler and Hugh Millen to discuss his post-playing career and planning ahead already, having the clinching play in the Super Bowl championship win last February, not shutting out the Patriots, running it forward this season in a new year, identifying ways to improve, and the “dork” Mike Macdonald.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Former M’s pitcher and analyst Bill Krueger joins Dave Softy Mahler and Hugh Millen to talk about the Mariners series loss to the Rangers and their continued issues this year, Bryan Woo’s struggles on the road and how he can fix his problems on the mound, and how Seattle should handle the trade deadline in one week including not trading starters.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Albert Breer of Sports Illustrated and NBC Sports Boston joins Dave Softy Mahler and Hugh Millen after the day of Seahawks Training Camp to discuss how the Patriots are handling the loss to Seattle in the Super Bowl, the roster for New England and feelings about their 2025 season, Sam Darnold’s contract situation, and Drake Maye’s growth.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Rhea Hughes, radio host on 94 WIP in Philadelphia, joins Dave Softy Mahler and Dick Fain to talk about the Philly reaction to LeBron James joining the 76ers, the team built around LeBron, the go-to players on the team, and the Sixers’ expectations for 2026-27.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Peter Tomozawa, the CEO of the Seattle World Cup committee that helped bring the event to town, joins Dave Softy Mahler and Dick Fain to talk about the World Cup this year and events around the city, bringing in another World Cup, and natural grass fields.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Randall Williams, Senior Reporter from Bloomberg, joins Dave Softy Mahler and Dick Fain to talk about his latest report about the Khosla family adding multiple private equity groups as owners of the Seahawks, the inclusion of these groups across sports, their influence level in the team, NBA expansion status, Portland’s situation, and what’s next.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jerry Brewer from The Athletic joins Dave Softy Mahler and Dick Fain to talk about Cal Raleigh’s bat falling off a cliff in 2026 and the chances he helps this year, plus WNBA comments over the last week that have created controversies, the coverage the sport gets from the average fan, and the hate LeBron James is taking for his indecisiveness.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Bret Boone, former Mariners All Star, joins Dave Softy Mahler and Dick Fain to discuss the M’s firing their second assistant to the hitting coach and the real impact of coaches, how Cal Raleigh’s bat can be fixed, the bullpen and pitching decisions by Dan Wilson and if they are coming from higher ups, plus possible trades, including Casey Schmitt.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

John Canzano of the Bald Faced Truth in Oregon joins Dave Softy Mahler to discuss the Portland Trail Blazers broadcast changes to come including Kevin Calabro not returning to his job there and others being let go, the team’s possible move and next destination, the big issues with new owner Tom Dundon, and Jody Allen’s culpability.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.