The Tom Wassell Show

We discuss Kelenic's struggles, when Mariners will spend $$ and MLB identity issues (SPIDER TACK!). Where's the line between a player improving on his own and the club 'developing' him? Plus, the reasons why baseball needs black players back in the game.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Tom dealt with depression (among other things) off and on for a long time, but having finally been free of it for several years, he has serious concerns about the way 'empathy' is used to enable victims of mental illness to keep on suffering. Tennis player, Naomi Osaka is the latest person whose mob of defenders wish to shield her from her problems.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

The Mariners are where they usually are this time of year. Just a tad disappointing. But without major changes in the offseason, was it fair to expect more? Luke Arkins of ProspectInsider.com reasons away from getting hopes up too high in 2021.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

ESPN.com's Brady Henderson explains what he saw from rookies at Seahawks minicamp. How will Darrell Taylor be used in '21? KJ Wright's future, Duane Brown & Father Time. Discussion about the Seahawks 1st round Draft 'misses.' Plus, a hoax AND a hidden track. Keep Listening til the end, folks!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Why won't this issue go away? It seems there's a difference in messaging between Kaepernick himself and his supporters. What's actually motivating the whole controversy and are any claims justified?See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Tom's justification for calling Seahawks 2018 1st Round draft pick, Rashaad Penny, a "bust" comes down to the combination of two things: disappointing results compared with high expectations. Tom examines how a player's health and/or responsibility factors into the analysis. Plus, if one believes John Schneider is a good GM, then how can they say he's NOT a good drafter?See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

We conduct minimally scientific analysis of the Seahawks' recent drafts and how this year's picks - however limited in quantity - factor in with Carroll's/Schneider's overall record. Could Richard Sherman return? Plus, a discussion on the responsibility of being a well-informed consumer AND influencer. Somehow, we sneak the Mariners into the conversation.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

ESPN.com's Brady Henderson stops by to help interpret Pete Carroll and John Schneider's comments regarding Russell Wilson's mindset and also Aldon Smith's future. Should a quarterback get input into personnel decisions? Could Jamal Adams be traded yet again? What's the most likely approach to the draft with so few picks available?See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Should athletes be more conscientious when expressing political views? Should we, the audience, be more discerning of their ideas? Is there an undercurrent of Marxist ideology in contemporary sports culture?See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

An impressive accomplishment by WNBA star, Chiney Ogwumike leads me to a conclusion on paying college athletes once and for all. Why do some defenders of 'athletics-for-profit' reject educational requirements? Would Aldon Smith make a good Seahawk pass rusher?See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Legendary Mariners play-by-play voice, Rick Rizzs drops in with thoughts on the current Mariner team, highlights of his career, M's Hall of Famers, a few untold stories and what it would mean for all of us if Seattle made the postseason.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

A quick "hello" to everyone! What is the show about? How often will episodes be posted? Will there be guests? Is it a lecture format? Will any animals appear on the show? What topics will Tom focus on? Take a listen to this trailer for the show for answers to all those questions.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.