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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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    [TK Show] A Conversation with Steve Kerr

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 6, 2025 38:52


    Tim and Warriors coach Steve Kerr discuss the theme of this coming season, why he's comfortable with only one year left on his contract and Jonathan Kuminga's negotiation and role. Also, how Al Horford will fit in the Warriors' system. 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 +/-] All-Time Gutsy Win in LA

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 3, 2025 40:57


    Tim and Matt Barrows analyze the 49ers' resilient overtime victory over the Rams despite all the injuries and ups and downs. Does it set them up for a playoff run ... and a push for Trey Hendrickson? 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' Bullpen Stress / Kuminga Clarity

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 1, 2025 40:03


    Tim and the LA Times' Dylan Hernandez discuss the Dodgers' series against the Reds and the bullpen questions throughout the postseason. Also, will the Giants turn to Bruce Bochy? And what will Jonathan Kuminga's season be like now that he's signed? 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 +/-] Who's Playing in LA? Anybody?

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 1, 2025 37:23


    Tim and Matt Barrows discuss the 49ers' long injury list -- starting with Brock Purdy and Ricky Pearsall -- heading into the short-turnaround game against the Rams in LA. Is this a game they can or should semi-punt? 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 +/-] A Sloppy Loss / Saleh vs. Coen

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 29, 2025 46:07


    Tim and Matt Barrows analyze the 49ers' 26-21 loss to the Jaguars, which included four giveaways, a punt return for a touchdown and a blowup between Robert Saleh and Liam Coen. Next up: a big Thursday night game in LA against the Rams. 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] A Conversation with Mike Krukow

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 25, 2025 38:22


    Tim talks with Giants broadcaster Mike Krukow about this up-and-down season, Buster Posey's vision, Rafael Devers' presence and Bob Melvin's future. 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] 49ers at 3-0 / Dodgers Turning to Sasaki?

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 23, 2025 42:57


    Tim and the LA Times' Dylan Hernandez break down the Dodgers' fragile pitching situation going into the playoffs and the 49ers' highs (three tough wins) and lows (losing Nick Bosa) so far. 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 +/-] The Trey Hendrickson Option

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 23, 2025 44:55


    Tim and Matt Barrows discuss the loss of Nick Bosa to an ACL tear and the 49ers' options to try to replace him. Most obvious name: Cincinnati's Trey Hendrickson. 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 +/-] Another Grinding Win / Bosa worry

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 22, 2025 39:18


    Tim and Matt Barrows discuss the 49ers' last-second victory on Eddy Pineiro's field goal to get to 3-0. But it was tempered by fears that Nick Bosa's knee injury will force him to miss time. 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 +/-] Mac Jones or Brock Purdy vs. Arizona?

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 19, 2025 37:10


    Tim and Matt read the tea leaves on the 49ers' QB situation -- healthy Mac Jones or recovering Brock Purdy? -- heading into Sunday's game against the Cardinals. Also, what's the defensive key in this game? 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] A Conversation With NFL Analyst John Middlekauff

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 18, 2025 46:26


    Tim and NFL analyst John Middlekauff go back over the 49ers' evaluation of Mac Jones in 2021 and what that means for the situation now. Also, what's Robert Saleh's impact on this year's team? 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] UCLA Coaching Options / Giants' Withering

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 16, 2025 53:54


    Tim and the LA Times' Dylan Hernandez come up with their plans to fix UCLA football -- Bob Myers as GM? Also, thoughts on Bob Melvin's Giants future and the Chargers' 2-0 start. 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 +/-] Mac Jones is 1-0

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 15, 2025 53:00


    Tim and Matt Barrows discuss the 49ers' victory in New Orleans to go 2-0, Mac Jones' confidence at QB, the defense with another close-out play and all the successful adjustments to deal with all the injuries. 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 +/-] Mac Jones Time

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 12, 2025 43:41


    Tim and Matt Barrows analyze how the 49ers' offense will look with Mac Jones at QB with Brock Purdy hurt and so many other injuries. Can the 49ers' defense deliver this one? 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] 49ers Crises, Dodgers' Bullpen, Giants' Stability

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 11, 2025 43:50


    Tim and the LA Times' Dylan Hernandez discuss all the emergencies that continue to hit the 49ers and why it's all pointing to a Week 5 game against the Rams. Also, why the Dodgers' bullpen is their great vulnerability and why Bob Melvin is the right manager for the Giants. 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] A Conversation with Giants GM Zack Minasian

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 10, 2025 17:35


    Tim talks with Giants GM Zack Minasian about the team's late surge and navigating through this seesaw 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 +/-] The End of the Jake Moody Era

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 9, 2025 48:46


    Tim and Matt Barrows analyze why the Jake Moody experience with the 49ers went so wrong and what finally made the team pull the plug. Also, discussing whether the 49ers should play it safe with Brock Purdy this week. 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 Win in Seattle, More Moody Mayhem

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 8, 2025 45:44


    Tim and Matt Barrows discuss the 49ers' dramatic victory in Seattle, their new injuries, their reshaped defense and all the positives they can take out of starting 1-0. Also: Why in the world are they holding onto Jake Moody? 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] Clipper Crisis, McCaffrey Jitters

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 5, 2025 51:58


    Tim and the LA Times' Dylan Hernandez discuss the investigation into the Clippers' potential salary-cap shenanigans with Kawhi Leonard and give kudos to the Valkyries for their playoff berth. Also: Dodgers, Giants and 49ers updates. 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: Nick Bosa on The 49ers' New Era

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 4, 2025 16:29


    A short conversation with Nick Bosa about life as an elder statesman and how the 49ers can get back to the top. Also, his weekly group interview. 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 +/-] Jennings' $3M Update As the Season Finally Arrives

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 4, 2025 58:48


    First, Tim and Matt Barrows record a mini-emergency update on late-breaking news of Jauan Jennings getting $3 million in additional incentives as part of his return to practice. Then discussion about how the 49ers' roster has come together -- and hasn't -- leading to Sunday's opener in Seattle. 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: Jauan Jennings Practices

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 2, 2025 29:38


    Tim and Matt Barrows discuss Jauan Jennings' long-awaited return to practice and what that means for the 49ers' wide-receiving corps and future. And Jennings wasn't the only high-profile returnee on Monday. 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 +/-] The Jauan Jennings End Game

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 29, 2025 46:09


    Tim and Matt Barrows discuss what's at stake for the 49ers and Jauan Jennings leading into the start of preparations for Week 1 and how the potential Kendrick Bourne signing could affect everything.  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 Broadcaster Guy Haberman

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 27, 2025 37:49


    Tim talks with broadcaster Guy Haberman about his temporary role with the 49ers, honoring Greg Papa and the state of the team going into 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

    [49ers +/-] A Very Curious Cutdown Day

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 27, 2025 38:41


    Tim and Matt Barrows analyze the 49ers' interesting cutdown to 53 that left them with only 2 healthy WRs, no punter and tons of offensive and defensive lineman. It's all a set up for many more moves to come. 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-Padres Aftermath, Another 49ers WR Crisis

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 26, 2025 33:54


    Tim and the LA Times' Dylan Hernandez break down the Dodgers losing a series to the Padres and both teams looking a little suspect. Also, the Jauan Jennings drama comes to a head. 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 +/-] Roster Clarity as Cutdown Day Looms

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 24, 2025 49:49


    Tim and Matt Barrows discuss the players who likely won or lost jobs in the preseason finale, plus how the Jauan Jennings uncertainty hangs over all decisions before Tuesday's cutdown to 53. 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: Jim Harbaugh on Trey Lance & 49ers Nostalgia

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 24, 2025 19:59


    Jim Harbaugh's presser at Levi's Stadium after his first game coaching against the 49ers, talking about the memories it stirred. 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 +/-] Brian Robinson Emergency Episode

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 22, 2025 23:39


    Tim and Matt Barrows analyze the 49ers' acquisition of RB Brian Robinson for a sixth-round pick. Where does he fit and what does this mean for the position group? 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 +/-] Skyy Moore acquired, WR Crisis Continues

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 21, 2025 55:56


    Tim and Matt Barrows discuss Demarcus Robinson's long-expected suspension and what the 49ers can do to address their huge WR crisis. Also, does this bring the Jauan Jennings situation to a head? *Breaking news of the Moore acquisition happened right after recording* 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} A Conversation with Giants Writer John Shea

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 20, 2025 43:41


    Tim and SF Standard baseball writer John Shea discuss the Giants' hitting struggles, the current clubhouse mood in support of Bob Melvin, Buster Posey's next moves and more. 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] The Harbaugh Judgment, Up-and-Down Dodgers, Melvin's Future

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 19, 2025 40:56


    Tim and the LA Times' Dylan Hernandez discuss the NCAA's ruling on Jim Harbaugh's time in Michigan and what it says about him and the sports world. Also, are the Dodgers finally in cruise control? And Jake Moody's celebration. 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 +/-] Moody's moment & more injuries from Preseason Week 2

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 17, 2025 48:29


    Tim Kawakami and Matt Barrows discuss Jake Moody's dramatic game-winning field goals in Las Vegas and the after-effects of injuries to Dominic Puni, Patrick Taylor Jr., and Corey Kiner. 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] A Conversation with Tom Tolbert

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 14, 2025 53:21


    Tim talks with legendary broadcaster Tom Tolbert about his new podcast and the future of media. Also, what's the resolution for Jonathan Kuminga and the Warriors? 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 +/-] WR Issues, Jennings' Likely Short- and Long-Term Future

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 13, 2025 45:47


    Tim and Matt Barrows discuss the latest 49ers injury wave at WR and DE and what adjustments they'll have to make going into the trip to Las Vegas. Also, thoughts on Jauan Jennings' short- and long-term future 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

    [North & South] Rams & 49ers Injury Drama (Chargers, too)

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 12, 2025 41:48


    Tim and the LA Times' Dylan Hernandez discuss the questions around Rams' QB Matthew Stafford's health -- Jimmy Garoppolo time? -- and the 49ers' complicated situation with Jauan Jennings and their banged-up WR corps. 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 +/-] Risers & Fallers from Preseason Week 1

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 10, 2025 49:17


    Tim and Matt Barrows discuss which 49ers helped their cause in the preseason opener against the Broncos and which ones struggled. Also, what's going on with Jauan Jennings? 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 +/-] 49ers-Broncos Practice Highs and Lows

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 8, 2025 40:54


    Tim and Matt Barrows analyze the highlights and lowlights of the 49ers' joint practice with the Denver Broncos. Also: What positions are getting hit hardest by injuries and why are the 49ers this thin, anyway? 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] Henry Schulman vs. Dylan Once Again

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 5, 2025 46:19


    Special guest Henry Schulman, longtime Twitter rival of Dylan's and former Chronicle beat writer, joins a lively conversation about social media, his friendship with Dylan and much more. 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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    [49ers +/-) Emergency Episode: Jake Moody Wins by Default

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 5, 2025 32:08


    Tim and Matt Barrows discuss the 49ers' surprising decision to cut Greg Joseph this early in camp and hand the kicking job to Jake Moody yet again. Also a rundown of all the injuries that have left the depth chart a little thin. 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 +/-] Pearsall Rises, Moody vs. Joseph Update

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 3, 2025 41:45


    Tim and Matt Barrows analyze the latest batch of practices -- with Ricky Pearsall stepping forward and Brock Purdy looking in command. Also: Has Greg Joseph edged ahead of Jake Moody in the kicking competition? 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 Sell, Dodgers Hold Tight

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 1, 2025 46:28


    Tim and the LA Times' Dylan Hernandez evaluate the Giants' decision to sell off several veterans and reload for 2026 and why the Dodgers didn't do much and let other teams make the big moves. Also, thoughts on the Chargers and 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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