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Tim Kawakami is one of the most respected sports writers in the nation and a leading voice in the Bay Area. With his wealth of connections, he lands top-notch guests on the TK Show and produces must-listen interviews.

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    [The TK Show] Giants Writer John Shea on the Rafael Devers Trade

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 18, 2025 55:18


    Tim and the SF Standard's John Shea discuss the impact of the Giants' acquisition of Rafael Devers and what it tells us about the franchise under Buster Posey. Also, thoughts on the one-year anniversary of Willie Mays' passing. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    [North & South] Ohtani Pitches, Giants Land Devers

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 17, 2025 49:37


    Tim and the LA Times' Dylan Hernandez discuss Shohei Ohtani's return to the mound and the Giants' huge trade for Rafael Devers -- and what these things tell us about both franchises. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    [The TK Show] Sound File: Joe Lacob on the Valkyries' Start & a Little on Kuminga

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 16, 2025 20:57


    Tim talks with Warriors and Valkyries owner Joe Lacob about the Valkyries' booming start -- financially and surprisingly on the basketball court, too. Also, a few answers about Jonathan Kuminga's status this offseason. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    [North & South] Are the Giants the Dodgers' Top NL West Threat?

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 13, 2025 53:31


    Tim and the LA Times' Dylan Hernandez analyze the larger themes of this weekend's Dodgers-Giants series in LA -- are the Giants set up as the Dodgers' top threat? Which players from both teams are under the spotlight in these three games? To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    [49ers +/-] Minicamp Standouts, Position Battles To Come

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 13, 2025 49:26


    Tim and Matt Barrows analyze the 49ers' recent minicamp and set up the liveliest position competitions going into training camp. Also, how many of the draft choices will be healthy for the start of camp? To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    [The TK Show] Sound File: Buster Posey on the Trade-Deadline Approach

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 9, 2025 15:37


    Tim talks with Giants president Buster Posey about the team's pitching strength and what that means heading toward the July 31 trade deadline. Also, what message he was sending with his recent roster moves -- which has spurred a five-game winning streak. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    [49ers +/-] Trent Williams, Jordan Watkins and other OTA standouts

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 5, 2025 52:33


    Tim and Matt Barrows discuss which 49ers are looking good heading into next week's minicamp and where things still look pretty thin. Also, what Mac Jones' comments tell us about Brock Purdy. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    [The TK Show] Conversation with Brock Purdy

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 4, 2025 25:01


    Tim talks with 49ers quarterback Brock Purdy about landing his new $265 million contract, what the magic number was, and his relationship with Kyle Shanahan. Also, Purdy discusses how much fun it is to watch his buddy Tyrese Haliburton in the NBA Finals. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    [The TK Show] Broadcaster Dave Flemming on the Giants' Urgency

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 3, 2025 48:39


    Tim and Giants broadcaster Dave Flemming discuss the Giants' recent hitting swoon, the strength of the pitching staff and how much urgency Buster Posey is feeling to make the playoffs this season. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    [North & South] Ohtani's Power, Giants' Star Void & 49ers Thoughts

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 2, 2025 45:31


    Tim and the LA Times' Dylan Hernandez discuss the Dodgers' series win over the Yankees and Shohei Ohtani's true value as a player. Also, where do the 49ers really stand in the NFL hierarchy? To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    [49ers +/-] Thoughts on McCaffrey's Bounce, Trent Williams' Absence and the First Open OTA

    Play Episode Listen Later May 30, 2025 46:15


    Tim and Matt Barrows discuss the highlights (Christian McCaffrey's at top gear, Mykel Williams' speed, Jauan Jennings' confidence) and issues (where was Trent Williams? who are the safeties?) from the 49ers' first open OTA.  To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    [North & South] Ohtani, Kuminga, USC and Other Mid-Year Winners & Losers

    Play Episode Listen Later May 27, 2025 54:03


    Tim and the LA Times' Dylan Hernandez pick the LA and Bay Area winners and losers through the first part of 2025 -- including Steph Curry, Shohei Ohtani, the Valkyries and more Ohtani. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    [North & South] Dodgers' Troubles, Purdy's Deal, USC Looking Small

    Play Episode Listen Later May 23, 2025 51:01


    Tim and the LA Times' Dylan Hernandez discuss the array of issues now facing the powerful Dodgers and what's going right for the Giants (and if it'll last). Also, Brock Purdy's sensible new deal and USC looking to exit from the Notre Dame rivalry. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    [49ers +/-] Brock Purdy Speaks, Looking Ahead to OTAs

    Play Episode Listen Later May 22, 2025 50:29


    Tim and Matt Barrows discuss the significant points of Brock Purdy's press conference talking about his new $265-million deal and where this places him in the team's leadership structure. Also, the importance of next week's OTAs. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    [The TK Show] Conversation With Warriors Coach Steve Kerr

    Play Episode Listen Later May 21, 2025 43:34


    Tim talks to Warriors coach Steve Kerr about the season that just ended, Jimmy Butler's impact, what the future looks like, and the Jonathan Kuminga situation. Also, what Kerr sees for himself beyond the next season. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    [49ers +/-] Warner Deal Wraps Up a Wild Offseason

    Play Episode Listen Later May 20, 2025 39:17


    Tim and Matt Barrows discuss Fred Warner's new contract extension through 2029 and how the 49ers found roster and financial clarity from the mess of the 2024 season. Also, what does Brock Purdy's no-trade clause really mean? Anything? To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    [49ers +/-] Emergency Episode: The Brock Purdy Deal Is Done

    Play Episode Listen Later May 17, 2025 34:21


    Tim and Matt Barrows react to the new five-year, $265 million extension for Brock Purdy and the compromises he and the 49ers both made to get it. And why this is the deal the 49ers had to do. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    [North & South] Warriors and Lakers' Windows, Another Dodger on IL

    Play Episode Listen Later May 16, 2025 56:27


    Tim and the LA Times' Dylan Hernandez analyze what comes next for Steph Curry and the Warriors after their elimination and how it's similar to what's going on with LeBron James and the Lakers. Also: Roki Sasaki is the latest Dodger pitcher on the IL. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    [49ers +/-] Deep Dive Into the 2025 Schedule

    Play Episode Listen Later May 15, 2025 54:27


    Tim and Matt Barrows go game-by-game through the 49ers' 2025 schedule and analyze the big-picture issues and advantages. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    [49ers +/-] Rookie Minicamp Standouts, Schedule Look-Ahead

    Play Episode Listen Later May 10, 2025 40:50


    Tim and Matt Barrows discuss which players stood out at the 49ers' rookie minicamp and the release of former draft pick Drake Jackson. Also, some guesses before next week's schedule release. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    [TK Show] Sound File - Steph Curry Media Availability

    Play Episode Listen Later May 8, 2025 12:54


    Steph Curry speaks to reporters for the first time since suffering his hamstring injury and explains the recovery process and mindset. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    [North & South] Can the Warriors Survive Curry's Injury?

    Play Episode Listen Later May 7, 2025 39:20


    Tim and the LA Times' Dylan Hernandez discuss Stephen Curry's hamstring injury in Game 1, how the Warriors rallied to win it, anyway, and how this series against the Timberwolves shapes up with Curry set to miss several games. Also: Closing the book on the Lakers' season. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    [The TK Show] Sound File - Steve Kerr after Game 7 Presser

    Play Episode Listen Later May 5, 2025 12:14


    Tim has a quick chat with Steve Kerr discussing some of the main themes and coaching moves that led to the Warriors' huge Game 7 victory in Houston. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    [TK Show] ESPN's Nick Wagoner on the 49ers' offseason

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 30, 2025 41:10


    Tim and ESPN's Nick Wagoner discuss where the 49ers stand after all of the free-agent losses, draft picks, and recent moves this offseason. Also, is a Brock Purdy deal coming soon? To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    [North & South] Warriors' grit, Lakers' stumble, Dodgers' vulnerability

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 29, 2025 38:20


    Tim and the LA Times' Dylan Hernandez compare the Warriors' 3-1 lead over the young Rockets to the Lakers' 3-1 deficit against the young Timberwolves. Also, why the Giants' emphasis on consistency is so different from the Dodgers' approach to high-end talent. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    [49ers +/-] Full 2025 Draft Analysis -- Why not take a Tackle?

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 28, 2025 39:59


    Tim and Matt Barrows discuss the 49ers' 11 draft picks -- biggest potential sleeper, best pick, most interesting position and most mystifying decision. Are the 49ers ever going to draft a tackle? To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    [49ers +/-] Mykel Williams at 11 and what might come next

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 25, 2025 37:47


    Tim Kawakami and Matt Barrows analyze why the Mykel Williams pick made Kyle Shanahan and John Lynch so happy and how he fits in the 49ers' defensive scheme and future. Also, what the 49ers' next few picks might look like. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    [49ers +/-] Final Draft Guesses & Purdy Negotiation Signals

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 23, 2025 32:32


    Tim and Matt Barrows make their final guesses for the 49ers' pick in Thursday's first round and try to interpret John Lynch's answers. Also, what does it mean that Brock Purdy showed up for the first day of the offseason program? To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    [TK Show] The Ringer's Logan Murdock on Warriors-Rockets, Klay, Poole & More

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 22, 2025 37:19


    Tim talks with The Ringer's Logan Murdock about the Warriors' 1-0 lead over Houston, the Jimmy Butler effect, Jordan Poole's time with the Warriors and Klay Thompson's exit. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    [North & South] Warriors Win, Lakers Lose

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 21, 2025 37:36


    Tim and the LA Times' Dylan Hernandez discuss what went right for the Warriors in their Game 1 road victory over Houston and what went wrong for the Lakers in their home loss to Minnesota. Also, the always listener-friendly dose of Clippers and A's talk. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    [The TK Show] Analyst Zena Keita on the Warriors, Valkyries and More

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 17, 2025 31:07


    Tim and NBA and WNBA analyst Zena Keita discuss why playoff experience will be so important the Warriors' matchup with the Rockets. Also, what will the Valkyries play like this year and is there a theme to how they built their roster? To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    [49ers +/-] And With the 11th Pick, the 49ers Will Select …

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 16, 2025 47:40


    Tim and Matt Barrows make their predictions for the 49ers' pick at 11 in next week's draft. Also, what positions they're likely planning to draft in the second and third rounds -- and what positions they're likely to avoid. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    [North & South] Warriors, Lakers and Clippers Pre-Playoff Thoughts

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 14, 2025 44:26


    Tim and the LA Times' Dylan Hernandez analyze how the Warriors (in the play-in), Clippers and Lakers look going into the postseason and what's going right for the Giants and wrong for the Dodgers so far. Also, thoughts on Rory McIlroy's emotional Masters victory. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    [49ers +/-] 2025 Barrows Draft Crush, Defensive End at No. 11?

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 11, 2025 45:50


    Tim and Matt Barrows discuss Barrows' annual draft crush -- Ole Miss linebacker Pooh Paul. Also, the way the first round is breaking, it's looking like the 49ers' best fit at No. 11 could be a defensive end.  To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    [The TK Show] Mike Krukow on the Giants' Hot Start & New Attitude

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 11, 2025 35:15


    Tim talks with Giants broadcaster Mike Krukow about the changed mood around the team, what makes Logan Webb special, and why this reminds him of 1986. Also: book recommendations. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    [North & South] Giants Go Up, Dodgers Get Wobbly

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 8, 2025 41:24


    Tim and the LA Times' Dylan Hernandez discuss the significance of the Giants' surprisingly good start to the season and what's happening with the supposedly invincible Dodgers. Also, breaking down the Lakers and Warriors' playoff positioning in the final week of the regular season. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    [49ers +/-] Decoding the Big Interviews

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 3, 2025 53:11


    Tim and Matt Barrows analyze the comments from Kyle Shanahan, John Lynch and Jed York from the owners' meeting this week. Is this setting up problems with the Brock Purdy negotiations? To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    [The TK Show] Conversation With Giants GM Zack Minasian – the Good Start, Working With Posey & More

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 2, 2025 40:00


    Tim talks with new Giants GM Zack Minasian about the good signs from the team's strong start, Buster Posey's overall themes and how his time as a clubhouse attendant helped shape his baseball views. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    [North & South] Dodgers' Power, White House Visit Questions & More

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 1, 2025 50:53


    Tim and the LA Times' Dylan Hernandez discuss the Dodgers' great start despite Roki Sasaki's struggles and their questionable decision to visit the Trump White House. Also, the Giants look solid, disappointment over JuJu Watkins' injury and trying to sort out the Warriors' and Lakers' place in the West standings. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    [49ers +/-] John Lynch Speaks, a Momentous Draft Looms

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 20, 2025 40:21


    Tim and Matt Barrows discuss John Lynch's first comments about the 49ers' barebones free-agency process and all-out commitment to the draft. Also, how many positions do they have to replace? To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    [49ers +/-] Big-Picture View of All the 49ers' Cost-Cutting

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 14, 2025 41:33


    Tim and Matt Barrows discuss the parade of 49ers veterans exiting this week and the lack of significant free agents added. What's really happening here? Can a leaner, cheaper roster still compete for the playoffs? To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    [North & South] Dylan With the Dodgers in Japan; What Are the 49ers Doing?

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 13, 2025 43:16


    Tim and the LA Times' Dylan Hernandez set up the Dodgers-Mets opening series in Tokyo and Dave Roberts' connection to his Japanese ancestry. Also, what in the world is going on with the 49ers?  To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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