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Bay Area natives, Mark Willard and Dan Dibley, discuss the top stories in Bay Area sports, weekdays from 9am-noon. Willard & Dibs will dive into the fan experience and laugh a lot along the way.

Willard & Dibs


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    Latest episodes from Willard & Dibs

    Do the 49ers Believe in Jake Moody?

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 18, 2025 21:10


    Willard and Dibs debate if the 49ers believe in kicker Jake Moody.

    Has Jake Moody Won You Over?

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 18, 2025 11:01


    Willard and Dibs react to the 49ers' win over the Raiders in the preseason, led by Jake Moody's leg. Did Moody's performance change your mind about him being the 49ers' kicker?

    Full Show -- Friday, August 15th

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 16, 2025 210:34


    Willard and Dibs' full show from Friday, August 15th. In Hour 1, Willard and Dibs wish Dibs a happy birthday, discuss how set up the 49ers are for the next three seasons, and more. In Hour 2, Willard and Dibs debate about their ability to make a hole-in one with a lot on the line, react to Steve Kerr discussing his struggles to develop young players, and more. In Hour 3, Willard and Dibs react to the latest in the Jonathan Kuminga contract saga, chat with Aaron Schatz about the 2025 49ers season, react to Matt Chapman's latest (continuous?) hand injury, and more.   In Hour 4, Willard and Dibs run through a fantasy football first round mock draft with the help of the listeners, react to the news that Matt Chapman is headed to the injured list, play a game of higher or lower in honor of Dibs' 57th birthday, and more.

    Crossover: Is Guru Too HIGH on Jalen Hurts?!

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 16, 2025 25:49


    Willard and Dibs join Guru and Evan (in for Steiny) on a Friday edition of The Crossover. The guys wish Dibs a happy birthday, rank Denzel Washington movies, debate about Jalen Hurts' standing among other quarterbacks, and more.

    Hour 1: Happy Birthday, Dibs! 49ers Over the Next 3 Years...

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 16, 2025 37:29


    In Hour 1, Willard and Dibs wish Dibs a happy birthday, discuss how set up the 49ers are for the next three seasons, and more.

    Hour 2: Hole in One? Kerr Talks Development

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 16, 2025 48:56


    In Hour 2, Willard and Dibs debate about their ability to make a hole-in one with a lot on the line, react to Steve Kerr discussing his struggles to develop young players, and more.

    Hour 3: Latest on Kuminga, Schatz Previews 49ers Season

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 16, 2025 50:26


    In Hour 3, Willard and Dibs react to the latest in the Jonathan Kuminga contract saga, chat with Aaron Schatz about the 2025 49ers season, react to Matt Chapman's latest (continuous?) hand injury, and more.  

    Hour 4: Fantasy Football 1st Round Mock Draft, Chapman to the IL

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 16, 2025 47:52


    In Hour 4, Willard and Dibs run through a fantasy football first round mock draft with the help of the listeners, react to the news that Matt Chapman is headed to the injured list, play a game of higher or lower in honor of Dibs' 57th birthday, and more.

    Aaron Schatz: "I LOVE the 49ers this year"

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 15, 2025 11:53


    Aaron Schatz, who covers the NFL for ESPN and FTN Fantasy, joins Willard and Dibs to preview the 49ers season.

    Jonathan Kuminga will Accept QO if Warriors Offer Doesn't Improve

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 15, 2025 23:49


    Willard and Dibs continue to discuss the development of Jonathan Kuminga, Steve Kerr's role in it, and the latest in the Kuminga contract drama from Anthony Slater.

    Steve Kerr Admits Developing Young Players Is Challenging in Today's NBA

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 15, 2025 16:15


    Willard and Dibs react to Steve Kerr admitting that developing young players is not his forte in today's NBA.

    How Set Up are the 49ers for the Next 3 Years?

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 15, 2025 22:05


    Willard and Dibs discuss how well set up the 49ers are for the next three years in the NFL.

    Brock Purdy is NOT a Top-110 Player?!

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 15, 2025 4:57


    Willard and Dibs react to Brock Purdy not being included in the NFL's Top-100 players list.

    Full Show -- Thursday, August 14th

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 15, 2025 211:41


    Willard and Dibs' full show from Thursday, August 14th. In Hour 1, Willard and Dibs react to Kyle Shanahan saying that the 49ers' goal for 2025 is to "hopefully" make the postseason, debate what are fair expectations for the team this season, and more. In Hour 2, Willard and Dibs chat with Guy Haberman, the preseason television voice of the 49ers, run through the 'misery index' of the Bay Area sports fan, and more. In Hour 3, Willard and Dibs react to the report that an anonymous NBA executive would give Jonathan Kuminga a 5-year, $131 million contract, react to the release of the Warriors' 2025 schedule, and more. In Hour 4, Willard and Dibs discuss the expectations that Kyle Shanahan is setting for the 49ers in 2025, chat with Kirk Morrison about the season ahead for the 49ers, and more.

    Crossover: Which Hosts Take the Most Time Off?

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 15, 2025 28:16


    Willard and Dibs join Steiny and Guru on a Thursday edition of The Crossover. The guys learn that Steiny is taking off on a vacation and start pocket watching each others' days off. Fair or foul?

    Hour 1: Kyle Shanahan Setting a Low Bar for the 2025 49ers

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 15, 2025 37:14


    In Hour 1, Willard and Dibs react to Kyle Shanahan saying that the 49ers' goal for 2025 is to "hopefully" make the postseason, debate what are fair expectations for the team this season, and more.

    Hour 2: Haberman, Bay Area Sports 'Misery Index'

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 15, 2025 47:14


    In Hour 2, Willard and Dibs chat with Guy Haberman, the preseason television voice of the 49ers, run through the 'misery index' of the Bay Area sports fan, and more.

    Hour 3: Kuminga Updates, Warriors Schedule, and More

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 15, 2025 47:43


    In Hour 3, Willard and Dibs react to the report that an anonymous NBA executive would give Jonathan Kuminga a 5-year, $131 million contract, react to the release of the Warriors' 2025 schedule, and more.

    Hour 4: Shanahan's Expectations, Kirk Morrison Talks 49ers

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 15, 2025 51:11


    In Hour 4, Willard and Dibs discuss the expectations that Kyle Shanahan is setting for the 49ers in 2025, chat with Kirk Morrison about the season ahead for the 49ers, and more.

    Kirk Morrison: "Purdy has to elevate the roster"

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 15, 2025 18:32


    Kirk Morrison, former NFL linebacker and current Raiders analyst, joins Willard and Dibs to share his takeaways from 49ers-Raiders joint practice, to preview the 49ers' 2025 season, and more.

    The Warriors' 2025 Schedule is Here!

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 14, 2025 12:53


    Willard and Dibs offer their takeaways from the 2025 Warriors schedule.

    Anonymous NBA executive: I'd give Kuminga 5-years, $131M

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 14, 2025 11:00


    Willard and Dibs react to the report that an anonymous NBA executive said he'd offer Jonathan Kuminga a 5-year, $131 million contract and compared him to Jaden McDaniels.

    The Misery Index for the Bay Area Sports Fan

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 14, 2025 19:22


    Willard and Dibs run through their sports misery via ESPN's Sports Misery Index tool. Is a fan of the Warriors, 49ers, and Giants anywhere near 'miserable' when looking at it from the big picture?

    Guy Haberman on Ricky Pearsall: "He looks like he belongs"

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 14, 2025 17:27


    Guy Haberman, the preseason voice of the 49ers on KPIX, joins Willard and Dibs to offer his takeaways from training camp and preseason up to this point.

    Kyle Shanahan: "My whole goal" is to "hopefully get into the playoffs"

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 14, 2025 21:57


    Willard and Dibs react to Kyle Shanahan saying that the goal of the 49ers is to "hopefully" make the playoffs. Is he under-promising with the hope of over-delivering?

    Is Kyle Shanahan LOWERING Expectations for the 49ers?

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 14, 2025 8:01


    Willard and Dibs listen to Kyle Shanahan talk about the 2025 season ahead for the 49ers. Is Shanahan lowering expectations for the season?

    Full Show -- Wednesday, August 13th

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 14, 2025 206:57


    Willard and Dibs' full show from Wednesday, August 13th. In Hour 1, Willard and Dibs listen to Nick Wright and Colin Cowherd offer their takes about Brock Purdy, debate if those two have a point, take calls on Purdy, and more. In Hour 2, Willard and Dibs continue to debate about Brock Purdy's standing amongst the rest of the NFL quarterbacks, chat with our new Valkyries superfan correspondent Brandin Podziemski, and say goodbye to the Giants 2025 season. In Hour 3, Willard and Dibs continue to sort through the funeral for the 2025 Giants, chat with Ann Killion of The Chronicle about the dichotomy between the Giants and Valkyries, and focus on the Giants defensive miscues. In Hour 4, Willard and Dibs continue to discuss all the Giants' issues, go behind-the-scenes with Steven Rissotto from Oracle Park, play higher or lower with Giants stolen bases, and more.

    Crossover: Is Betting Ruining Professional Sports?

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 14, 2025 24:38


    Willard and Dibs join Steiny and Guru for a Wednesday edition of The Crossover. The guys talk Shohei Ohtani's latest scandal, sports betting in professional leagues, and more.

    Hour 1: Brock Purdy vs. the National Media

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 14, 2025 36:48


    In Hour 1, Willard and Dibs listen to Nick Wright and Colin Cowherd offer their takes about Brock Purdy, debate if those two have a point, take calls on Purdy, and more.

    Hour 2: Purdy's Standings, Podziemski Talks Valkyries, Goodbye Giants

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 14, 2025 47:29


    In Hour 2, Willard and Dibs continue to debate about Brock Purdy's standing amongst the rest of the NFL quarterbacks, chat with our new Valkyries superfan correspondent Brandin Podziemski, and say goodbye to the Giants 2025 season.

    Hour 3: Good Riddance, 2025 Giants

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 14, 2025 47:50


    In Hour 3, Willard and Dibs continue to sort through the funeral for the 2025 Giants, chat with Ann Killion of The Chronicle about the dichotomy between the Giants and Valkyries, and focus on the Giants defensive miscues.

    Hour 4: Giants Keep Losing, Higher or Loser

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 14, 2025 50:11


    In Hour 4, Willard and Dibs continue to discuss all the Giants' issues, go behind-the-scenes with Steven Rissotto from Oracle Park, play higher or lower with Giants stolen bases, and more.

    Higher or Lower: Giants Stolen Bases Edition

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 14, 2025 9:03


    Willard and Dibs (with Grandi and Lucas) play a game of Higher or Lower, Giants stolen bases edition.

    Steven Rissotto: Giants fans are getting pissed

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 14, 2025 8:16


    95.7 The Game Giants correspondent Steven Rissotto joins Willard and Dibs to take us behind the scenes of what things felt and looked like at Oracle Park for the Giants 11-1 loss to the Padres today.

    The Giants Defense is RIDICULOUSLY Bad

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 14, 2025 22:24


    Willard and Dibs continue to react to the Giants' 11-1 loss to the Padres, which finishes off a three-game sweep at Oracle Park. The guys focus on another bad day of defense for the Giants.

    Ann Killion: The Giants are playing "astonishingly terrible" baseball

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 13, 2025 15:47


    Ann Killion of The San Francisco Chronicle joins Willard and Dibs to discuss how embarrassing the Giants have been and how incredible the Valkyries have been in contrast.

    The Funeral of the 2025 Giants is Here...

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 13, 2025 23:39


    Willard and Dibs react to the Giants 11-1 loss to the Padres, which closes out a sweep of the orange and black. The Giants season is over. It was fun while it lasted, right?

    Introducing our Valkyries Superfan Correspondent Brandin Podziemski!

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 13, 2025 15:03


    Brandin Podziemski, Willard and Dibs' Valkyries superfan correspondent, joins the show to talk about the Valkyries' playoff chances in their first season in the WNBA and more.

    Is the National Media DISRESPECTING Brock Purdy?

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 13, 2025 21:44


    Willard and Dibs continue to react to what Nick Wright of FS1 said about Brock Purdy and his standing in the NFL. Is the national media being fair to who Purdy is as a quarterback?

    Nick Wright: Brock Purdy fans "are not to be reasoned with"

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 13, 2025 11:34


    Willard and Dibs react to what Nick Wright and Colin Cowherd of FS1 recently said about Brock Purdy and those that believe in his as a quarterback. Is he out of line?

    Full Show -- Tuesday, August 12th

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 13, 2025 208:31


    Willard and Dibs' full show from Tuesday, August 12th. In Hour 1, Willard and Dibs discuss roses and thorns for the 49ers 2025 season, debate how much of an issue the kicker position is, how much of a plus the quarterback room is, and more. In Hour 2, Willard and Dibs react to the news that the Giants have sent Carson Whisenhunt back to Triple-A, debate if Deommodore Lenoir can become the best cornerback in the league, wonder if it's fair that the Rams are the favorite in the NFC West, and more. In Hour 3, Willard and Dibs share stories from when professional athletes weren't the nicest to them, chat with Alex Pavlovic about the Giants, and more. In Hour 4, Willard and Dibs wrap up their conversation about the Giants with Alex Pavlovic, then chat with David Lombardi about the 49ers, and more.

    Crossover: The Giants are OUT of answers

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 13, 2025 26:03


    Willard and Dibs join Steiny and Guru for a Tuesday edition of The Crossover.

    Hour 1: 49ers' Roses and Thorns for the 2025 Season

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 13, 2025 36:04


    In Hour 1, Willard and Dibs discuss roses and thorns for the 49ers 2025 season, debate how much of an issue the kicker position is, how much of a plus the quarterback room is, and more.

    Hour 2: Whisenhunt to SAC, Lenoir the Best CB?

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 13, 2025 47:59


    In Hour 2, Willard and Dibs react to the news that the Giants have sent Carson Whisenhunt back to Triple-A, debate if Deommodore Lenoir can become the best cornerback in the league, wonder if it's fair that the Rams are the favorite in the NFC West, and more.

    Hour 3: Professional Athlete Stories

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 13, 2025 48:35


    In Hour 3, Willard and Dibs share stories from when professional athletes weren't the nicest to them, chat with Alex Pavlovic about the Giants, and more.

    Hour 4: Giants' Struggles, 49ers' Injuries with David Lombardi

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 13, 2025 49:57


    In Hour 4, Willard and Dibs wrap up their conversation about the Giants with Alex Pavlovic, then chat with David Lombardi about the 49ers, and more.

    David Lombardi: "This is probably the most leverage than Jauan [Jennings] will ever have"

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 13, 2025 19:15


    David Lombardi, who covers the 49ers for the SF Standard, joins Willard and Dibs to discuss the 49ers' injury woes, where negotiations stand with Jauan Jennings, and more.

    Alex Pavlovic: "I still think Bob [Melvin] will be safe"

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 13, 2025 18:12


    Alex Pavlovic, who covers the Giants for NBC Sports Bay Area, joins Willard and Dibs to discuss the Giants' struggles.

    Bad Experiences with Athletes

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 12, 2025 24:09


    Willard and Dibs, in honor of Shohei Ohtani being involved in another potential scandal, discuss personal stories from when athletes were jerks to them.

    Can Deommodore Lenoir be the best cornerback in the NFL?

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 12, 2025 19:11


    Willard and Dibs listen to Deommodore Lenoir proclaim that he will be the best cornerback in the NFL this season. Is he crazy?

    Giants Send Carson Whisenhunt to Triple-A ...?

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 12, 2025 10:56


    Willard and Dibs react to the news that the Giants have sent LHP Carson Whisenhunt back to Triple-A. Why?

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