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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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    [49ers +/-] Brock Purdy Is Back

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 14, 2025 34:02


    Tim and Matt Barrows discuss the announcement that Brock Purdy will start Sunday's game in Arizona after missing the last six games -- why now and what should be expected from him? 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 ESPN's Tim Bontemps

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 13, 2025 43:52


    Tim and ESPN NBA senior writer Tim Bontemps discuss the Warriors' up-and-down start, the potential Jonathan Kuminga trade market, and the pending Oklahoma City Thunder dynasty. Also: a tribute to legendary NHL writer Larry Brooks. 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] What's Next for the 49ers & Dodgers?

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 10, 2025 57:08


    Tim and the LA Times' Dylan Hernandez discuss the Rams' victory over the 49ers and what's next for both teams. Also, are the Dodgers in position to sign another big free agent? 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 +/-] Hitting the Wall vs. the Rams

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 10, 2025 48:01


    Tim and Matt Barrows discuss the 49ers' struggling loss to the Rams and what it says about the rest of the season. Also: Could Brandon Aiyuk and Mac Jones head elsewhere in the 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

    [49ers +/-] Showdown vs. the Rams

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 7, 2025 43:03


    Tim and Matt Barrows analyze the 49ers' big game against the Rams on Sunday -- who's healthy and who's under the spotlight. Also, are the 49ers really focusing on 2026? 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] Answering Voicemails on the 49ers, Warriors & More

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 6, 2025 51:02


    Tim and the SF Standard's Kerry Crowley answer questions about the 49ers' trade options next offseason, Steve Kerr's future with the Warriors ... and Twitter responses and economics. 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

    Presenting The Draymond Green Show

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 5, 2025 2:36


    Four-time NBA champion, Golden State Warrior Draymond Green is back on the mic! On the Draymond Green Show you'll get raw reactions, in-depth game analysis, behind-the-scenes stories, and cultural opinions from one of basketball's most outspoken voices. You'll also hear candid conversations with teammates, rivals, and culture-shapers across sports, entertainment, and business. No topic is off limits. New episodes twice a week. Listen wherever you get your podcasts. 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 +/-] Why Not Make a Trade at the Deadline?

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 4, 2025 35:47


    Tim and Matt Barrows discuss the 49ers' silence during the trade deadline and what it means about them now and into the future. Also, the August decisions that might've led to this. 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] From the Dodgers' Victory Parade

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 3, 2025 36:41


    Tim and the LA Times' Dylan Hernandez discuss the Dodgers' dramatic World Series victory, how MVP Yoshinobu Yamamoto prepared for his epic performance, and what comes next for the back-to-back champions. 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 NY & Another Big Injury

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 3, 2025 49:33


    Tim and Matt Barrows discuss the 49ers' methodical victory over the Giants to get to 6-3 and the inevitable injury -- this time to Mykel Williams. Also, should Mac Jones keep playing? 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 +/-] Getting Healthier for NY Trip?

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 31, 2025 50:27


    Tim and Matt Barrows discuss the 49ers' relatively decent injury situation going into their game against the Giants and why they might not make any more trades before the deadline. 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: Buster Posey / Greg Johnson After Vitello Presser

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 30, 2025 27:38


    Buster Posey gives details and a timeline after the Giants' press conference introducing new manager Tony Vitello. Also, a conversation with chairman Greg Johnson. 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] What if the Dodgers Blow This?

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 29, 2025 48:45


    Tim and the LA Times' Dylan Hernandez discuss the Dodgers' World Series struggles with the Blue Jays, the potential recriminations if they lose, and Yoshinobu Yamamoto's developing legend. Also: Jonathan Kuminga and Austin Reaves 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

    [TK Show] A Conversation with Columnist Ray Ratto

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 28, 2025 41:28


    Tim and Bay Area legend Ray Ratto compare Shohei Ohtani to Barry Bonds, discuss Buster Posey's big swing with Tony Vitello and what the NBA should do about the gambling scandals. 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 +/-] Bad Loss, Trades Likely?

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 27, 2025 41:00


    Tim and Matt Barrows analyze the 49ers' dismal loss in Houston and whether this makes them more likely to acquire a veteran pass rusher. Also, is Brock Purdy set up to return next weekend? 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 +/-] DeMeco vs. McCaffrey on Sunday

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 23, 2025 38:41


    Tim and Matt Barrows preview Sunday's 49ers-Texans game and why DeMeco Ryans' defense could be tough on Christian McCaffrey. Also: Brock Purdy's slow recovery and why that's likely leading to another Mac Jones 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

    [TK Show] Dave Flemming on the Giants' Hiring of Tony Vitello

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 22, 2025 46:58


    Tim and broadcaster Dave Flemming discuss the breaking news that the Giants have just hired Tony Vitello as their new manager and what this tells us about the Buster Posey era. 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 Legend & Giants' Choice

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 21, 2025 55:05


    Tim and the LA Times' Dylan Hernandez preview the Dodgers-Blue Jays World Series and outline Shohei Ohtani's legacy as an all-time player. Also: Why would the Giants want to hire Tony Vitello without any MLB experience? 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 +/-] McCaffrey + Young Defense = Win

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 20, 2025 43:10


    Tim and Matt Barrows discuss Christian McCaffrey's dominant game, the young defensive players rising to the moment and all the other headlines from the 49ers' 20-10 victory over Atlanta to get to 5-2. 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 Supremacy & 49ers Reality

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 17, 2025 47:18


    Tim and the LA Times' Dylan Hernandez discuss the Dodgers' easy run (so far) through the playoffs and why they're set up to sprint through the World Series, too. Also, should the 49ers try to trade back into contention? 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 +/-] Bethune's Time & Possible Rookie Debuts

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 17, 2025 45:30


    Tim and Matt Barrows preview the 49ers' game against the Falcons on Sunday night and why new MLB Tatum Bethune has such a key role. Also, how we could see the debuts of Nick Martin, Jordan Watkins and Jordan James.  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 Joe Lacob

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 15, 2025 46:55


    Tim talks with Warriors owner Joe Lacob about the Warriors' expectations this season, the Jonathan Kuminga negotiation, Steve Kerr's future 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

    [49ers +/-] Fred Warner Is Lost – Is the Season Lost, Too?

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 13, 2025 42:06


    Tim and Matt Barrows discuss the devastating and season-ending Fred Warner injury and what it means for the 49ers' near and long-term 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

    [49ers +/-] Who's in and Out vs. Tampa? Is It Trade Time?

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 10, 2025 52:58


    Tim and Matt Barrows run through the 49ers' long injury list and the likely starters for Sunday's game against the Buccaneers. Also, what might nudge the 49ers toward an aggressive trade for a pass rusher? 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 Struggles / 49ers' Good Vibes

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 9, 2025 47:38


    Tim and the LA Times' Dylan Hernandez discuss the Dodgers' playoff ups and downs and Shohei Ohtani's slump vs. the Phillies. Also, why does Kyle Shanahan always seem so loose coaching vs. Sean McVay? 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 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

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