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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] 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

    [49ers +/-] Free-Agent Exodus – Is This a Plan? Or Just Being Cheap?

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 12, 2025 44:46


    Tim and Matt Barrows discuss the impact of all the 49ers veterans who've departed over the last few days and the lack of signings to replace them. Is there a viable plan here or is this about cutting costs and dropping out of 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

    [The TK Show] Warriors GM Mike Dunleavy on the Butler Trade, Kuminga & More

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 10, 2025 38:19


    Tim talks with Warriors GM Mike Dunleavy about the mindset that led to the Jimmy Butler trade, what perspective he gained from playing with Butler years ago, and Dunleavy's pragmatic approach to evaluating his team -- and making big trades. Also, how things are shaping up for Jonathan Kuminga as he prepares to come back from a long absence. 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 +/-] Add a Bosa? Jaylon Moore Gets Paid? A Free-Agency Primer

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 10, 2025 43:09


    Tim and Matt Barrows set up Monday's start of free agency -- the 49ers are in on Joey Bosa and Jonathan Allen, but might have to decide whether to get into some bidding. Also, Jaylon Moore could be a surprise free-agent winner. 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 Warriors and Lakers Title Contenders Now? Ohtani, 49ers & More

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 7, 2025 46:50


    Tim and the LA Times' Dylan Hernandez analyze whether the big moves by the Lakers and Warriors have made them championship contenders. Also, what's the significance of Shohei Ohtani backing off of throwing this spring and the 49ers' signalling some financial limitations? 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] Baseball Writer John Shea on the Giants' New Posey Era and More

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 6, 2025 43:09


    Tim talks to San Francisco Standard baseball writer John Shea about the different focus for the Giants these days with Buster Posey in charge. Also, Bryce Eldridge's development, Willy Adames' presence, and Justin Verlander's impact. 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 +/-] Deebo Samuel Trade Special Edition

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 3, 2025 38:22


    Tim and Matt Barrows discuss everything about the 49ers trading of Deebo Samuel to Washington for a fifth-round pick -- why the 49ers moved on from their former All-Pro WR and what it all means. Also, what we'll remember about Deebo's time 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] Another Curry/LeBron Playoff Clash Coming Up? Stafford Intrigue & More

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 28, 2025 50:03


    Tim and the LA Times' Dylan Hernandez discuss Stephen Curry's 56-point night in Orlando and the possibility of a juicy playoff showdown against LeBron and Luka's Lakers. Also, what's up with the Rams and Matthew Stafford and the Dodgers and Dave Roberts? 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 +/-] New Financial Limits, 11th-Pick Options & More Combine Thoughts

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 27, 2025 37:05


    Tim and Matt Barrows talk about John Lynch's comments at the combine about Brock Purdy, Dre Greenlaw and "tighter constraints" on their spending this year. Also, what are the real options for them with the 11th pick in the draft? 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] Warriors Owner Joe Lacob on the Butler Surge, Kuminga, Durant & More

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 26, 2025 45:50


    Tim talks to Warriors owner Joe Lacob about the Warriors' 6-1 run since Jimmy Butler's arrival, the hopes for the postseason, Jonathan Kuminga's role and the team's mindset going into the trade deadline--including trying to land Kevin Durant. 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 +/-] Our Predictions on the Draft, Free-Agency & Purdy's Contract

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 20, 2025 56:09


    Tim and Matt Barrows make predictions about Brock Purdy's projected deal, big-name additions and first- and second-round draft picks. Also: Why the offseason atmosphere around the 49ers seems different this year. 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] Curry's Weekend, LeBron's Exit & More NBA All-Star Thoughts

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 17, 2025 45:47


    Tim and the LA Times' Dylan Hernandez discuss the ups and downs from All-Star Weekend in the Bay Area, from Steph Curry's MVP moments and true emotions to LeBron James' late arrival and decision to skip the game. Also, what NBA city is perturbing Dylan so much? 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 +/-] Deebo Conclusions, Draft Ideas, Super Bowl Aftermath & Purdy Clarity

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 13, 2025 44:40


    Tim and Matt Barrows discuss the growing certainty that Deebo Samuel and the 49ers will be splitting up and what that could mean for free agency and the draft. Also, how the Eagles' Super Bowl win supported the 49ers' views about the defensive line. 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 Start Up, Butler Wakes Up Warriors & Luka's Arrival

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 13, 2025 43:34


    Tim and the LA Times' Dylan Hernandez discuss the Dodgers' early pitching plans, how the trade for Jimmy Butler has changed things for the Warriors and what Luka Doncic's arrival means for LeBron James and the Lakers. Also, the NBA All-Star Game comes to San Francisco. 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 Steph Curry

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 10, 2025 30:28


    Tim sits down with Steph Curry for a thoughtful discussion on the past, present and future of his career with the Golden State Warriors. *this was recorded on Tuesday, February 4th* 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 Deebo Samuel Trade Request Episode

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 9, 2025 40:49


    Tim and Matt Barrows discuss what happens now that Deebo Samuel has asked to be traded, whether this ends his relationship with the team, and what price the 49ers should put on a deal. Also, thoughts about the 49ers getting involved in the Myles Garrett trade market. 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] Emergency Luka Doncic is a Laker Episode

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 3, 2025 41:27


    Tim and the LA Times' Dylan Hernandez discuss the shocking trade that sent superstar Luka Doncic to the Lakers for Anthony Davis -- what this means for LeBron James and the future of the Lakers. Also, news from the Dodgers and Shohei 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

    [49ers +/-] Saleh's Clout, Free-Agent Questions & Senior Bowl Stars

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 31, 2025 35:04


    Tim and Matt Barrows discuss Robert Saleh's return as defensive coordinator and the hiring of special-teams coordinator Brant Boyer. How will this impact free agency and the draft? Also, some players who've jumped out during Senior Bowl practices. 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] Lakers/Warriors at the Deadline & Are the Dodgers Ruining Baseball?

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 30, 2025 52:03


    Tim and the LA Times' Dylan Hernandez analyze the Warriors and Lakers' situations leading up to next month's trade deadline. Also, what can the 49ers, Rams and Chargers learn from the Eagles-Chiefs Super Bowl matchup and are the Dodgers really ruining baseball? 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] Journalist Ethan Strauss on the 49ers, the Stuck Warriors & More

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 29, 2025 52:49


    Tim and Substack journalist Ethan Strauss discuss the 49ers' offseason strategies and the way fans view the NFL vs. the NBA. Also, the tensions building in the Warriors as the dynasty ends. 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 Importance of Landing Robert Saleh, 1 Potential Issue & Much More

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 24, 2025 39:26


    Tim and Matt Barrows discuss the complicated set of events that seem to have set up the 49ers re-hiring their No. 1 DC choice Robert Saleh and why he was the guy they had to go to. Also, there's one slight chance that it still doesn't happen. 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] Roki Sasaki's Dodger Plan, Stafford's Future & Wild-Card 49ers DC Options

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 22, 2025 42:03


    Tim and the LA Times' Dylan Hernandez analyze what Roki Sasaki's first few years with the Dodgers might look like and why Matthew Stafford and the Rams could be headed to a big decision. And Tim tosses out some interesting DC options for the 49ers if Robert Saleh heads elsewhere. 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 +/-] Mailbag Episode: Saleh Favored for DC? 11th Pick on DT or Tyler Warren?

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 17, 2025 44:32


    Tim and Matt Barrows take voicemail questions, starting with how the DC search is shaping up, with Robert Saleh seeming like the heavy favorite. Also, an early look at the most likely options with the 49ers' first-round pick and the history of shaky DL picks. 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 Keep Going, Chargers Fall & What's Up With the Warriors?

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 15, 2025 38:41


    Tim and the LA Times' Dylan Hernandez analyze what Sean McVay is proving with the Rams and what their chances are to beat the Eagles this weekend. Also, what happened in the Chargers' playoff loss and what are the Warriors' headliners trying to communicate lately about their situation? 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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