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We Raid the Algorithm to hear an outtake from Siskel & Ebert, Ichiro's favorite American saying, and turning bird calls into guitar breakdowns.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

RYON HEALY (Mariners TV) It's all about “The Challenge”- thank you ABS System and thank you Jhonny Pereda! How does Healy feel about Dan Wilson's bullpen usage and all of the rules this team seems to have to abide by? Emerson got into it with Pereda on the mound… We are suddenly down two more infielders… what happens when Brendan Donovan comes back? :30- We asked for your help and YOU delivered! Sup with you? How do you want us to cover the World Cup? :45- We wrap up the show with one last thing! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Almost exactly one year after Season 6's Expo 2025 deep dive with Sachiko Yoshimura, the Krewe closes the loop with two people who were actually there. Lea Disimone & Bridget McCarthy served as Youth Ambassadors at the US Pavilion during Expo 2025 Osaka, and they share what the program was really like from the inside, from a day in the life to the lasting impact it left on them. Two New Orleans connections, one world's fair, and a conversation worth the wait. ------ About the Krewe ------ The Krewe of Japan Podcast is a weekly episodic podcast sponsored by the Japan Society of New Orleans. Check them out every Friday afternoon around noon CST on Apple, Google, Spotify, Amazon, Stitcher, or wherever you get your podcasts.  Want to share your experiences with the Krewe? Or perhaps you have ideas for episodes, feedback, comments, or questions? Let the Krewe know by e-mail at kreweofjapanpodcast@gmail.com or on social media (Twitter: @kreweofjapan, Instagram: @kreweofjapanpodcast, Facebook: Krewe of Japan Podcast Page, TikTok: @kreweofjapanpodcast, LinkedIn: Krewe of Japan LinkedIn Page, Blue Sky Social: @kreweofjapan.bsky.social, Threads: @kreweofjapanpodcast & the Krewe of Japan Youtube Channel). Until next time, enjoy! ------ Support the Krewe! Offer Links for Affiliates ------ Use the referral links below & our promo code from the episode! Support your favorite NFL Team AND podcast! Shop NFLShop to gear up for football season! Zencastr Offer Link - Use my special link to save 30% off your 1st month of any Zencastr paid plan!  ------ Past KOJ Episodes ------ Expo 2025: Japan on the World Stage ft. Sachiko Yoshimura [S6E2] Hanging Out In Hyogo ft. Rob Dyer of The Real Japan [S5E14] Checking Out Miyagi ft. Ryotaro Sakurai (Guest Host, William Woods) [S5E5] Explore Matsue ft. Nicholas McCullough [S4E19] Travel Hiroshima ft. Joy Jarman-Walsh [S4E4] Travel Aomori ft. Kay Allen & Megan DeVille [S3E17] Hungry For Travel ft. Shinichi of TabiEats [S3E15] Henro SZN: Shikoku & the 88 Temple Pilgrimage ft. Todd Wassel [S3E12] ------ JSNO Upcoming Events ------ JSNO Event Calendar Join JSNO Today!

Jim takes your calls on whether or not Wembanyama meant to elbow Naz Reid. Do you think the players of yesteryear could take the modern approach to hitting if they wanted to? Did they approach the game differently?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Randy Johnson was honored on Saturday night and that was just about the only highlight of the weekend. Ok, yes, Emerson delivered on Saturday and Julio his the ball well, but there weren't a lot of positives to take away from the weekend. :30- Seahawks rookie mini camp took place over the weekend and everyone was talking about Jadarian Price. :45- Cue up the eliminations! Quite a few teams went home from the playoffs over the weekend. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Kevin Martinez grew up in a baseball-loving family in New Jersey, and the love of the game propelled him to a career in the big leagues. An opportunity with the Seattle Mariners sent him across the country in his early 20s, and after a brief stint back east, a love of Seattle and its MLB franchise lured him back. After spending decades directing marketing with the Mariners, he became president of business operations in 2025. Jon and Kevin talk about how going to a Yankees game led him to Seattle; his experiences with Ken Griffey Jr., Ichiro and others; the excitement for the 2026 season after last year's post-season run; how technology is changing the game; the Mariners position in the community; how the team handled the Ichiro statue reveal and much more. Join us for Seattle City Makers with Jon Scholes and guest Kevin Martinez.This episode is sponsored by MCNW Advisory Partners and DSA members Matt Van Beek and Chris Jay. Join them as they host their inaugural Seattle Summer Soirée on June 4. Request access here: https://partiful.com/e/C7TNvm4KLOL4w0HnllFi

Brian and Ed are back with a loaded episode featuring questionable life choices, suspicious “girls trips,” a truly unhinged obituary segment, and one of the wildest crime stories imaginable. From a potential NFL scandal in Sedona to the ethics of OnlyFans economics, nothing is off limits. Plus: hot air balloon paranoia, Guy Fieri controversy, and a cornhole legend gone very wrong. ️ Timestamps 0:00 – Intro & Patreon plugBrian explains the latest Patreon bonus (“things I hate”), including Jelly Roll, couples workouts, and Apple Watches. 3:30 – Couples workouts are a menaceWhy working out together is unnecessary—and possibly grounds for a murder-suicide pact. 9:45 – Matching outfits & college visit weirdnessEd recounts a bizarre experience at his son's admitted students day. ️ Who Died This Week (Tragic Update) 15:20 – Davey Lopes (Dodgers legend)Four-time All-Star remembered for his mustache and base stealing prowess. 18:10 – Garrett Anderson (Angels great)A shockingly early passing of a near-elite MLB outfielder. 21:00 – Oscar Schmidt (Olympic scoring legend)Brazilian basketball icon and all-time Olympic scoring leader. 23:30 – Browning Nagle & colonoscopy PSAImportant reminder: get checked. 26:00 – Heelys inventor diesRemembering the man who made malls dangerous. 28:45 – Wizard of Oz munchkin updateA dark and chaotic discussion about the legacy of The Wizard of Oz and its cast. Sports & Scandal 35:10 – Sedona “girls trip” controversyNew England Patriots coach Mike Vrabel and reporter Diana Russini allegedly caught in a compromising situation. Ethics questions arise. 44:30 – Private investigator theoryWho exposed the scandal—her husband or an NFL team? 50:00 – Ichiro statue failA tribute to Ichiro Suzuki goes wrong when the bat snaps during unveiling. Life Observations 55:00 – Hot air balloons are terrifyingBrian explains why this might be the worst recreational activity ever invented. 1:03:00 – Temecula stories & balloon chaosUnexpected backyard landings and Vietnam-vet pilots. More Sports 1:10:20 – Tyrese Haliburton, shingles & weight gainInjury recovery meets real-life consequences. Pop Culture & Internet Weirdness 1:15:30 – Guy Fieri controversyGuy Fieri responds to backlash after being seen with Andrew Tate. 1:23:00 – Manosphere insanityDiscussion of toxic influencer culture and exploitation of young men. ️ Voicemail Segment 1:32:00 – Jelly Roll conspiracyWhy no one actually knows a fan of Jelly Roll. Patreon Preview (Highlights) OnlyFans economics breakdownWhy content escalation is inevitable in the modern attention economy. Gilgo Beach serial killer discussionDeep dive into one of Long Island's most disturbing cases. RFK Jr. insanity updateRobert F. Kennedy Jr. reportedly cutting off a raccoon's penis “for study.” Bear suit insurance fraudA truly unbelievable crime involving staged animal attacks. Cornhole legend gone rogueA quadruple amputee athlete's shocking downward spiral. Key Takeaways Couples workouts: unacceptable Sedona: perfect place for scandal Hot air balloons: never Jelly Roll: suspiciously famous The world is getting weirder—and Brian and Ed are here for it Call to Action Leave a voicemail: 949-464-TBLS Email: mailbag@theballerlifestyle.com Support the show: patreon.com/theballerlifestylepodcast Outro Another chaotic, hilarious ride through sports, culture, and the absurdity of modern life. See you next week. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

This week… King County Metro's fare enforcement program is showing unimpressive financial returns. Bike-only weekends on Lake Washington Boulevard are getting a tune-up. And in patented Mariners fashion, the reveal of Ichiro's new statue went wrong. Comedian Phil Burton and Simply Seattle’s Danny Ball are here to break down the week. We can only make Seattle Now because listeners support us. Tap here to make a gift and keep Seattle Now in your feed. Got questions about local news or story ideas to share? We want to hear from you! Email us at seattlenow@kuow.org, leave us a voicemail at (206) 616-6746 or leave us feedback online.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Back in the Speakeasy and this one goes completely off the rails in the best way possible. The Seattle Mariners tried to honor Ichiro Suzuki, and the statue immediately had a broken bat situation. You had one job. Then MLB somehow outdid itself with replay chaos: challenge an overturned call, just to end up with the original call anyway. John Smoltz went full OWG about ABS, and now umpires are even starting to chirp back. We also dive into: • A full-blown Cincinnati Reds bobblehead conspiracy • Why the NBA playoffs feel like they last 6 months • The 65-game rule screwing over Luka Dončić and a bunch of other guys • The greatest anti-tanking idea ever: beer prices tied to wins and losses • A Charlotte restaurant taking shots at Michael Jordan • The internet losing its mind over Dianna Russini and Mike Vrabel in a hot tub • Rory McIlroy going back-to-back at The Masters • MFer of the Week: FIFA banning tailgates vs Ohio trying to gut sports gambling Plus beer recaps, random yard work talk, and whatever else spiraled out of control.

It's the episode you didn't know you needed.  Patti and the Pottymouth review all eight new City Connect uniforms at one time. A+ for Baltimore and San Diego, who are both two for two (if we round up). The Os design leans hard into what makes Camden Yards great and an understanding of the importance of neighborhood. The Pads celebrate their bi-national city by embracing multiple cultures as well as the history of the team and the city, and inviting you to do the same. Many of the new looks have their charms but we're not sold – with the caveat that if we were *from* those places we might feel differently. Cincinnati went with the thought that folks might wear 1.0 and 2.0 in the same Christmas card photo so they should go together.  Pottymouth points out that if they are going to call back to the vests, just give us the vests. The Atlanta blue is a terrific throwback but they lost us with honoring a cable station. Patti likes the MIL grill logo cap and Pottymouth likes the colors, but tell us the truth, is “Wisco” a thing? We are thumbs up on the Royals whether you call the colors bi-pride or fuschia, and the white and throwback R are working for us. We are mixed on the wavy crown. We like that PIT went pirate-y, but did they go Pittsburgh-y? TEX gets the fail by basically incorporating All Lives Matter into jersey form.  We're all the same! In boyfriend news, the C's are both raking and staying awake. Ronny walks it off, Drake is raking, and Cam gets called up to Patti's team. Miggy Ro and the Lowes are playing through loss. Ichiro's record and his bat were broken in the same week. The PWHL sells out another Garden, and Boston is embracing the Fleet in all the best ways.We say, “Bring back the biceps,” “less catching of the aforementioned f&*ing ball,” and “I love sportsing.” Fight the man, go see some live baseball, send your game balls to Meredith,, and find us on Bluesky @ncibpodcast, on Facebook @nocryinginbball, Instagram @nocryinginbball and on the Interweb at nocryinginbball.com. Please take a moment to subscribe to the show, and leave us a review on Apple Podcasts or wherever you listen to NCiB. Become a supporter at Patreon to help us keep doing what we do. We now have episode transcripts available!  They are available for free at our Patreon site. Say goodnight, Pottymouth. 

Join Jordan, Commish, Pitt Girl, Big Sky Brigit and our VP of Podcast Production Arthur. Hey y'all UFL is on, Jordan attends a game, a flag lands on the sky cam, a weird Walkoff Penalty win for Orlando, FROZEN FOUR, Denver Wins but is outshot on doubled up on shots, Frozen Four Hot Dogs, we retract our prior support of North Dakota, Jax State Women's Bowling Champs, Rory's sickos Masters win, Masters menus from Western Michigan strength coach and Kent State's O Line, HUNGRY HOWIE'S GIVE RICO STEELE AN NIL DEAL, RIP to a legend of the New Mexico Bowl Marcellus Medina, ARTEMIS II HOT SAUCE UPDATE, Heinz Hot Taco Sauce really??? We would love a White Sox Pope Hat too, Ichiro's broken bat statue, Memphis gets a jersey patch, no spring game for Chicago State but could they even have one and are their players enrolled? today in weird box scores St. Scholastica vs Carleton 42 runs on 19 hits? THE LEGEND OF COSTA RICA'S PRISCILA CHINCHILLA and a 21-0 win over the Cayman Islands, and oh so much, much more!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

At what point does Leo need to date a little closer to his own age...is 34 old? Ichiro's Statue unveiling did not go according to plan...and how much of a buzz kill was the Fire's 1st round draft pick?

What's new with Asians in Baseball a few weeks into the season? First up, check out our new TeePublic store for all your Asians in Baseball merch needs! Ichiro's new bronze statue is revealed...a little wonkily, and we give a quick update on the guys on the IL. In position player news, Steven Kwan scores from first on some little league defense and discusses chasing his baseball dreams as a shorter player and Asian American, Trevor Larnach and Kim Hyeseong prove they deserve more playing time, and Bo Bichette's bat seems to be heating up...amid speculation he may still be nursing an injury. Then in pitching, Tatsuya Imai and Kodai Senga struggle; Joey Cantillo, Kumar Rocker, and Tomoyuki Sugano are solid; Kai Wei Teng, Sean Manaea, and Riley O'Brien make the bullpen proud, and Shota Imanaga and Bryan Woo do NOT deserve this from their offenses! Finally, Ohtani breaks another record, has the longest active streak without an earned run, and had 4 homers in his last 7 games, blah blah blah. TeePublic store: https://tee.pub/lic/b6y_189KpAkSteven Kwan scores from first: https://tinyurl.com/bdswypyfSteven Kwan interview: https://www.mlb.com/guardians/video/how-steven-kwan-built-up-his-confidenceDiamond Diplomacy screenings: https://www.diamonddiplomacy.com/watchdd

The Bolts had a huge win, the Mariners did Ichiro dirty, and a Team Tampa Bay draft!

Ichiro was honored in Seattle and it went all the way south when the statue was unveiled!

Today's word of the day is ‘Mingus' as in Charles Mingus as in jazz as in Jazz Chisholm as in the New York Yankees as in the New York Mets. Both teams are struggling. Both teams are on 5-game losing streaks. But the biggest story of the weekend was Jazz Chisholm and his postgame comments. I cannot believe it. (20:35) The Mets are no better. 5-game losing streak. Lindor does not look like himself defensively. No Soto still. (26:40) The Houston Astros have major pitching problems. One road trip has resulted in four starting pitchers being hurt. The biggest of the issues is Tatsuya Imai and his struggles. (35:00) Ichiro got a statue. And there was a slight problem with it! (39:12) Review: Sirat. (41:17) NPPOD. (44:30) The Rockies have been sold! Well, not the entire team, just 40%. Let me explain. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Today's word of the day is ‘Mingus' as in Charles Mingus as in jazz as in Jazz Chisholm as in the New York Yankees as in the New York Mets. Both teams are struggling. Both teams are on 5-game losing streaks. But the biggest story of the weekend was Jazz Chisholm and his postgame comments. I cannot believe it. (20:35) The Mets are no better. 5-game losing streak. Lindor does not look like himself defensively. No Soto still. (26:40) The Houston Astros have major pitching problems. One road trip has resulted in four starting pitchers being hurt. The biggest of the issues is Tatsuya Imai and his struggles. (35:00) Ichiro got a statue. And there was a slight problem with it! (39:12) Review: Sirat. (41:17) NPPOD. (44:30) The Rockies have been sold! Well, not the entire team, just 40%. Let me explain. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

RUNDOWN   Mitch comes in hot after getting a text from Hotshot admitting he had zero interest in watching The Masters — and the argument spirals from there. Its a classic Mitch vs. Hotshot clash: golf relevance, sports fandom standards, and "major" events. Plus, a brutal (and hilarious) birthday quiz that proves the vacation brain is very real. Mitch runs through Rory McIlroy making history with back-to-back wins at The Masters, putting himself in rare company and setting up a potential three-peat run. Meanwhile, the Seattle Mariners suddenly look alive — bats wake up after the Ichiro statue reveal, and a red-hot stretch has fans cautiously believing again, with top prospect Cade Anderson already flashing serious upside. Mariners No-Table break down a sudden offensive surge from Seattle — but stop short of calling it a full turnaround, pointing instead to plate discipline, weak Astros pitching, and small sample size. There's cautious optimism around Julio Rodríguez heating up and the pitching depth holding, but real questions remain about the lineup, rotation decisions, and whether this is momentum… or just a blip. Mitch and Puck bounce from The Masters coverage to classic Augusta quirks — including strict no-phone rules and a wild story involving a pro getting tossed mid-interview. The conversation veers into golf grudges, media memories, and then fully off the rails with NFL-adjacent tabloid buzz.   GUESTS   Brady Farkas | Host, Refuse to Lose podcast Joe Doyle | MLB analyst, Over Slot Jason Puckett | KJ-Aren'ts / Puck Drop   TABLE OF CONTENTS   0:00 | "You Didn't Watch the Masters?!" — Mitch vs. Hotshot 15:42 | Rory Goes Back-to-Back & Mariners Wake Up 29:04 | Mariners No-Table: Mariners Show Life — But Is It Real? 50:26 | KJ-Aren't's Jason Puckett: Masters Madness, Augusta Rules & Tabloid Drama 1:10:25 | Other Stuff Segment: Sam Darnold wedding and NFL guests, Mitch's dislike of Phil Mickelson, Jack Nicklaus ceremonial tee shot controversy, Masters no-cell-phone policy, Nikki Glaser open relationship comments, fan moons crowd at Rays vs Cubs game, CTE confirmation in Steve McMichael, Robert Griffin III pursuing Olympic flag football, Matthew Perry ketamine case sentencing, Britney Spears rehab entry, Mariners momentum check-in HEADLINES: Pennsylvania man injured by pipe bomb he made for entertainment, CDC warns about rhino tranquilizer in fentanyl, possible human remains found at Easter egg hunt, nonprofit promotes "touchy selfie" for men's health RIPs: Steve McMichael, Afrika Bambaataa, Browning Nagle, Davey Lopes, Phil Garner

Shohei Ohtani makes history by passing Ichiro Suzuki for the longest on-base streak by a Japanese-born player in MLB history, reaching 46 games — and the viral broken Ichiro statue moment adds to the drama. After a disappointing 76-86 season in 2025 that saw them miss the playoffs and the entire projected Opening Day rotation hit the IL, the Atlanta Braves are off to a hot 10-6 start in 2026. They lead the league in home runs and rank 3rd in batting average despite ongoing pitching injuries. Are the Braves legitimately back? We also dive into whether Mason Miller is on track for Cy Young contention — the first closer to win the award since Eric Gagne in 2003. Miller is dominating with a 0.00 ERA, 19 strikeouts in 7.1 innings, and perfect save opportunities so far. Plus, MLB power rankings shakeup (Dodgers holding strong, Braves rising, Padres jumping, Yankees sliding), our Team of the Week, and more early-season storylines. What do you think — are the Braves back, and could a closer actually win Cy Young in 2026? Let us know! Follow Flippin' Bats with Ben Verlander for weekly MLB breakdowns. SUBSCRIBE on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/flippinbatspod?sub_confirmation=1 Like on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/flippinbatspod/ Follow on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@flippinbatspod Follow on Threads: https://www.threads.net/@flippinbatspod Follow on Twitter: https://twitter.com/FlippinBatsPod Follow on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/flippinbatspod/ #MLB #Ohtani #Braves #MasonMiller #FlippinBats Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

What is it like to explore an underwater mine? Also, what is the top movie from this weekend? We talk about the Masters, the Ichiro statue reveal, and lots more!

Seth and Sean discuss the mishap the Mariners had revealing the Ichiro statue, the Astros pitching being a disaster right now, and which of the Astros' bats will start to struggle first.

-On Friday, the struggling Mariners unveiled a new statue honoring Ichiro…but as they pulled the drape off the statue, the bat inIchiro's hand essentially snapped, leaving it limp-Ichiro was there for the ceremony and wasn't exactly thrilled to see the bat situation…nor should he beAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Beat Migs! So naturally we go Straight to the Comments.

3pm - I WAS THINKING:  Infamous Moments in First Lady History // Ichiro Statue Unveiling Does NOT Go According to Plan // Seattle Art Museum's Hammering Man falls on September 28, 1991 // WA Supreme Court removes judge for faking document to get cheap parking

Send us Fan MailDerek & Alain discuss the Warriors on the last day of the regular season, could LeBron James join the Warriors next year? Analyzing Jeremiyah Love & the Wide Receivers of the NFL Draft & Rory McIlroy winning the Masters, again (00:34)-Ichiro's broken bat statue(06:29)-Last day of the NBA/Warriors' regular season(10:25)-Watching Frank Caliendo's stand-up & birthdays (14:09)-Stories We Missed This Week: Michigan wins Tourney, Dexter Lawrence wants a trade & Kirk Cousins confirms Raiders are taking Fernando Mendoza (26:09)-Does Steph Curry's return give the Warriors a chance? Are Steph & LeBron better as rivals or future teammates? (55:45)-Draft Evaluations: Jeremiyah Love (01:11:34)-Draft Evaluations: Wide Receivers (01:40:28)-The Dianna Russini/Mike Vrabel Situation Support the show

Every week we talk about the most fascinating stories in the news and what they say about the Pacific Northwest. We call it Front Page. It’s our chance to talk about the latest news with a rotation of plugged-in journalists and guests, taking a look at the headlines from the weekend and the stories that we'll be following as the week moves forward. GUEST: David Kroman LINKS: Seattle’s economic outlook is in choppy waters, but officials hopeful City Inside/Out: Inside Mayor Katie B. Wilson’s first 100 days Seattle, World Cup boosters say Trump’s actions likely to hurt tourism Mariners unveil broken Ichiro statue outside of T-Mobile Park Thank you to the supporters of KUOW, you help make this show possible! If you want to help out, go to kuow.org/donate/soundsidenotes Soundside is a production of KUOW in Seattle, a proud member of the NPR Network.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

More stupid ballpark foods, quantifying and monetizing Jo Adell's defensive heroics, the Ichiro statue breaks during its unveiling, the White Sox are giving away a pope hat. Support the show and get access to bonus episodes at Patreon.com/BattingAround

Emails, Ted vs the FCC, and the Shot of the Day!

Mariners Broadcaster Angie Mentink joins the show to talk about her memories of Ichiro as today is the day his statue was unveiled at T-Mobile Park. The development of Emerson Hancock and his early success this season, and which Mariner player has impressed her so far this season. // It’s no secret that the Mariners middle of the lineup has been struggling to produce at the plate, we go through what we think is going on with the Mariners big 3. // Sweeping the Dial: Kraken President of Hockey Operations Ron Francis was fired on Wednesday, yesterday CEO Tod Leiweke held a press conference and said, we're going to look into completely overhauling our hockey operations. Kirk Cousins, on Good Morning Football, breaks down the role he expects to play this year for the Raiders. Sports Illustrated's Albert Breer was on The Sports Hub in Boston and weighs in on how those Mike Vrabel/Diana Russini photos came to light. 

On Friday's ENN, Stearns with an update on Soto. Embiid update. KITH x Knicks playoffs collab. Mike T says Giants should trade up for Love. Masters update. Ichiro statue. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

SeaTac Airport expects big crowds this weekend, Seattle battery manufacturer fined for exposing employees to toxic lead dust, and the Mariners unveil Ichiro statue, which immediately breaks. It’s our daily roundup of top stories from the KUOW newsroom, with host Paige Browning. We can only make Seattle Now because listeners support us. Tap here to make a gift and keep Seattle Now in your feed. Got questions about local news or story ideas to share? We want to hear from you! Email us at seattlenow@kuow.org, leave us a voicemail at (206) 616-6746 or leave us feedback online.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Athletic’s Nick Baumgardner joins the show to talk about the NFL Draft and some names to watch for the Seahawks 1st round pick. // Four Down Territory: 1st Down: Why do you think player attendance at the draft is dropping? 2nd Down: Why should High school players consider WSU? 3rd Down: What mentality did John say he wants from draft picks that you like? 4th Down: Anything stand out from Nick Baumgardner? // The Timeline: Soccer fans are getting angry with FIFA over their misleading advertisement for their different sections of seats for the World Cup. The Dianna Russini and Mike Vrabel drama saga series continues after the two were pictured in a bar together. There is now some controversy over Caleb Williams’ nickname ‘The Iceman’. // The unveiling of the Ichiro statue at T-Mobile Park took a turn as Ichiro’s bat was extremely bent. There was also a very hot take on the state of college football. 

Mariners Insider Shannon Drayer joins the show to talk about the mishap that occurred during the Ichiro statue unveiling, her opinion on the state of the Mariners who have struggled at the plate so far, and what she has seen from Emerson Hancock. // Headline Rewrites: The Mariners begin a 4-game series against an Astros team that was just swept by the Rockies. It’s cut down day at The Masters. Travis Hunter’s time as a 2-way player is over for now. NFL Network’s Ian Rapoport says Hunter will be a full-time cornerback in 2026. // NFL Headlines: The Ravens and Lamar Jackson are in a standoff for a new contract, could Baltimore be looking to move on? Is the hype for Ty Simpson going down? Mel Kiper sees him falling later in the draft. The media is up in arms about players skipping voluntary workouts. Dexter Lawrence has requested a trade and head coach John Harbuagh weighed in on it. // The NFL is dealing with a lawsuit that is challenging whether or not the streaming service exceptions violated their football broadcasting contract. 

In the third hour, Dave Softy Mahler and Hugh Millen chat with former Mariners All-Star Bret Boone about Ichiro’s honor coming up and continued Mariners offensive struggles early in the 2026 season, then they get some Fun with Audio before Huskies Defensive Coordinator Ryan Walters stops by to talk about their 2026 team, roster, and physicality.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Friday Hour 2: Ichiro's statue & Bill Seals on Iowa State

Nick Wilson and Jonathan Peterlin discuss the unveiling of Ichiro Suzuki's new statue in Seattle and the viral moment when the bat broke during the ceremony. The conversation explores the history of poorly designed sports statues and considers if the incident was a calculated publicity stunt. 01:00 - Social Media Highlights 02:02 - Ichiro's Broken Statue Unveiling 05:21 - Statue Publicity Stunt Theory

Nick and Jonathan are joined by Atlanta Hawks announcer Bob Rathbun. Also, they preview the Cavs-Hawks game on Friday, and they react to Seattle unveiling an Ichiro statue.

Bret Boone, former Mariners All Star, joins Softy and Hugh Millen to talk about Ichiro’s honor of getting a statue at T-Mobile Park, including a story about Ichiro and an umpire, the M’s behavior with giving statues, plus the Mariners 4-9 start and offensive struggles early in 2026, Dan Wilson’s impact on the hitting, and the competition in the AL West.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The guys dive into how something like that even happens, how much these statues really cost, and whether it can even be fixed. Plus, Carton shares an unbelievable story about commissioning a five-figure Tom Seaver statue as a gift, while the conversation hilariously shifts to The Beatles memorabilia, fake vs real autographs, and awkward gift-giving moments.

Knicks Beat Celtics Impact Ichiro and Best Hitter Ever and Goz Odd Syracuse Orange Email

How do we feel about Mizzou's big rivalry football game being moved to Friday? We also talk to Rob Veno of WagerTalk.com about all things NBA. Plus, Under The Bus to the Ichiro statue!

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MARK MCLEMORE (former Mariner/Rangers broadcast team) What's happening in the Clubhouse when the team has high expectations and you get off to a slow start? With Ichiro being honored this weekend, we ask Mark about playing with the legend and what that was like. What was it about that 2001 team that made them so damn good? When Mark and his teammates get together and talk about today's game, what are they talking about? The approach? The money? :30- It's time to check out Santa's back sack and today we are talking running backs. We revisit Rob Rang's thoughts on Jadarian Price and Hugh Millen's thoughts on Mike Washington, two RB draft possibilities for the Seahawks. :45- Yesterday the Kraken announced that Ron Francis will step down as the President of Hockey Operations at the end of the season. The timing was a little odd, but the move makes sense as the Kraken season was disappointing for everyone. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

With NASA's Artemis II mission sending humans around the Moon for the first time since the 70s, we're bringing back one of our favorite episodes from 2024. The Krewe sat down with Dr. Kate Kitagawa of JAXA for a fascinating look at Japan's role in the global space race: from SLIM's pinpoint lunar landing to Japan's partnership in the Artemis program and beyond. If the Moon is on your mind right now, this one's for you. ++++++ OG Show Notes ++++++ Prepare for lift off as the Krewe sits down with returning guest Dr. Kate Kitagawa of JAXA to look deep into the past, present, and future of Japan's space program! From pencil rockets & SLIM landers to international collaborative efforts, discover Japan's role in exploring the far reaches of outer space. ------ About the Krewe ------ The Krewe of Japan Podcast is a weekly episodic podcast sponsored by the Japan Society of New Orleans. Check them out every Friday afternoon around noon CST on Apple, Google, Spotify, Amazon, Stitcher, or wherever you get your podcasts.  Want to share your experiences with the Krewe? Or perhaps you have ideas for episodes, feedback, comments, or questions? Let the Krewe know by e-mail at kreweofjapanpodcast@gmail.com or on social media (Twitter: @kreweofjapan, Instagram: @kreweofjapanpodcast, Facebook: Krewe of Japan Podcast Page, TikTok: @kreweofjapanpodcast, LinkedIn: Krewe of Japan LinkedIn Page, Blue Sky Social: @kreweofjapan.bsky.social, Threads: @kreweofjapanpodcast & the Krewe of Japan Youtube Channel). Until next time, enjoy! ------ Support the Krewe! Offer Links for Affiliates ------ Use the referral links below & our promo code from the episode! Support your favorite NFL Team AND podcast! Shop NFLShop to gear up for football season! Zencastr Offer Link - Use my special link to save 30% off your 1st month of any Zencastr paid plan!  ------ Past Episodes with Dr. Kate Kitagawa ------ The Age of Lady Samurai (S01E12) ------ Links about JAXA & Dr. Kate Kitagawa ------ JAXA (English) on Twitter JAXA (Japanese) on Twitter JAXA on Instagram JAXA (English) on Facebook JAXA (Japanese) on Facebook JAXA Website (Japanese) JAXA Website (English) ISAS (English) on Twitter ISAS (Japanese) on Twitter ISAS on Instagram JAXA on YouTube JAXA Space Education Center Website (English) MMX Game Lunarcraft Game SLIM The Pinpoint Moon Landing Game Kate's Book "The Secret Lives of Numbers" Kate's Website ------ JSNO Upcoming Events ------ JSNO Event Calendar Join JSNO Today!

The Sam's open with Arsenal's disappointing draw at Wolves, then see City win, and follow it up with a derby-smashing of Tottenham. The bottom of the table is a battle of survival between West Ham and Forest. A pair of draws for Chelsea and Villa opened the door for Liverpool and Man U into the Champions League discussion. Big Sam has a shot of Malört waiting for him as Everton lost on Monday. The crew enjoys Ichiro's Malt and Grain 111 proof Japanese Whisky, which is number 19 on the Whisky Advocates Top 20 of 2025. Arsenal 2 - Wolverhampton 2 Man City 2 - Newcastle 1 Arsenal 4 - Spurs 1 West Ham 0 - Bournemouth 0 Liverpool 1 - Forest 0 Villa 1 - Leeds 1 Chelsea 1 - Burnley 1 Brighton 2 - Brentford 0 Palace 1 - Wolverhampton 0 Fulham 3 - Sunderland 1 Man United 1 - Everton 0 www.Dufootballshow.com Facebook @DUfootballshow Instagram @DUfootballshow TikTok @DUfootballshow YouTube @DUfootballshow   Support the bar tab and get extra content: https://www.patreon.com/dufootballshow

The Krewe wraps up Season 6 with an episode looking back at the highs, the lows, & what's to come! Join Doug & Jenn for listener feedback and behind-the-scenes stories as they put a bow on the 6th chapter of KOJ Podcast! ------ About the Krewe ------ The Krewe of Japan Podcast is a weekly episodic podcast sponsored by the Japan Society of New Orleans. Check them out every Friday afternoon around noon CST on Apple, Google, Spotify, Amazon, Stitcher, or wherever you get your podcasts.  Want to share your experiences with the Krewe? Or perhaps you have ideas for episodes, feedback, comments, or questions? Let the Krewe know by e-mail at kreweofjapanpodcast@gmail.com or on social media (Twitter: @kreweofjapan, Instagram: @kreweofjapanpodcast, Facebook: Krewe of Japan Podcast Page, TikTok: @kreweofjapanpodcast, LinkedIn: Krewe of Japan LinkedIn Page, Blue Sky Social: @kreweofjapan.bsky.social, Threads: @kreweofjapanpodcast & the Krewe of Japan Youtube Channel). Until next time, enjoy! ------ Support the Krewe! Offer Links for Affiliates ------ Use the referral links below & our promo code from the episode! Support your favorite NFL Team AND podcast! Shop NFLShop to gear up for football season! Zencastr Offer Link - Use my special link to save 30% off your 1st month of any Zencastr paid plan!  ------ JSNO Upcoming Events ------ JSNO Event Calendar Join JSNO Today!

This week we discuss the whether or not a team should allow their players to participate in international competitions. Teams from MLB or other leagues drag their feet on this idea, but should they just allow these players to go compete? For our This Week In Baseball, we discuss the 1920 rule change prohibiting alterations of the baseball. We discuss how effective this change has been, but also how important it is that the change was made at all.Our Hall of Famer this week is outfielder Ralph Kiner. Kiner certainly was a fantastic player for in a short period of time, but was that enough for us to wholeheartedly endorse his inclusion into Cooperstown?In our singlular parting shot this week discuss athlete owned restaurants. Some have succeeded, many have not, but what was the secret sauce to that and why do so many athletes go down this pathEnjoy our new crop of weekly commercials Wheaties and Ralph Kiner, Griffey Jr with Ichiro, and Buster Posey for MLB the Show!Please join us as we discuss baseball topics and we continue our mission to make The Hall small. We hope you'll enjoy the ride.TimestampsThis Week In Baseball -18:47Hall of Fame Discussion - 37:53Parting Shot - 55:49

From Astro Boy to Gundam to real-world robots like ASIMO and Pepper, Japan's fascination with robots runs deep. This week, the Krewe is joined by author, cultural commentator, & robot enthusiast Matt Alt to explore how robots became heroes instead of threats in Japanese pop culture and how those sci-fi dreams quietly shaped Japan's modern relationship with technology, AI, and everyday automation. From giant mecha and cyborg icons to robot cafés and beyond, we dig into why Japan seems so comfortable living alongside machines in an episode that's equal parts nostalgia, culture, and future tech.------ About the Krewe ------The Krewe of Japan Podcast is a weekly episodic podcast sponsored by the Japan Society of New Orleans. Check them out every Friday afternoon around noon CST on Apple, Google, Spotify, Amazon, Stitcher, or wherever you get your podcasts.  Want to share your experiences with the Krewe? Or perhaps you have ideas for episodes, feedback, comments, or questions? Let the Krewe know by e-mail at kreweofjapanpodcast@gmail.com or on social media (Twitter: @kreweofjapan, Instagram: @kreweofjapanpodcast, Facebook: Krewe of Japan Podcast Page, TikTok: @kreweofjapanpodcast, LinkedIn: Krewe of Japan LinkedIn Page, Blue Sky Social: @kreweofjapan.bsky.social, Threads: @kreweofjapanpodcast & the Krewe of Japan Youtube Channel). Until next time, enjoy!------ Support the Krewe! Offer Links for Affiliates ------Use the referral links below & our promo code from the episode!Support your favorite NFL Team AND podcast! Shop NFLShop to gear up for football season!Zencastr Offer Link - Use my special link to save 30% off your 1st month of any Zencastr paid plan! ------ Matt Alt Links ------Matt's WebsitePure Invention - Publisher's PageMatt's NewsletterPure Tokyoscope PodcastMatt on IG------ Past Matt Alt Episodes ------Akira Toriyama: Legacy of a Legend ft. Matt Alt (S5E3)The History of Nintendo ft. Matt Alt (S4E18)How Marvel Comics Changed Tokusatsu & Japan Forever ft Gene & Ted Pelc (Guest Host, Matt Alt) (S3E13)Yokai: The Hauntings of Japan ft. Hiroko Yoda & Matt Alt (S2E5)Why Japan ft. Matt Alt (S1E1)------ Past KOJ Pop Culture Episodes ------Enjoying Shojo Anime & Manga ft. Taryn of Manga Lela (S5E18)The History & Evolution of Godzilla ft. Dr. William (Bill) Tsutsui (S5E1)Thoughts on Godzilla Minus One ft. Dr. William (Bill) Tsutsui (S4Bonus)Japanese Mascot Mania ft. Chris Carlier of Mondo Mascots (S4E8)Tokusatsu Talk with a Super Sentai ft. Sotaro Yasuda aka GekiChopper (S4E6)The Evolution of PokéMania ft Daniel Dockery [Part 2] (S4E3)The Evolution of PokéMania ft Daniel Dockery [Part 1] (S4E2)Japanese Independent Film Industry ft. Award Winning Director Eiji Uchida (S3E18)Talking Shonen Anime Series ft. Kyle Hebert (S3E10)Japanese Arcades (S2E16)How to Watch Anime: Subbed vs. Dubbed ft. Dan Woren (S2E9)Manga: Literature & An Art Form ft. Danica Davidson (S2E3)The Fantastical World of Studio Ghibli ft. Steve Alpert (S2E1)The Greatest Anime of All Time Pt. 3: Modern Day Anime  (2010's-Present) (S1E18)The Greatest Anime of All Time Pt. 2: The Golden Age  (1990's-2010's) (S1E16)The Greatest Anime of All Time Pt. 1: Nostalgia (60's-80's) (S1E5)We Love Pokemon: Celebrating 25 Years (S1E3)------ JSNO Upcoming Events ------JSNO Event CalendarJoin JSNO Today!

Adam, Joanna, and Zach respond to a listener question about recent news that the popular reservation platform OpenTable is providing algorithmically-derived information about users to restaurants: notes that a given guest might frequently be late, linger over their table, or have certain preferences. Does this make anything better for anyone, or does it crudely recreate the earned knowledge and relationship that a restaurant might have with a frequent diner? Please remember to subscribe to, rate, and review The VinePair Podcast on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you get your episodes, and send any questions, comments, critiques, or suggestions to podcast@vinepair.com. Thanks for listening, and cheers!Join us for a live podcast recording at the Unified Wine & Grape Symposium in Sacramento, California on Wednesday, January 28, 2026Zach is reading: Welcome to Alcohol's Slop EraJoanna is reading: The 20 Best Non-Alcoholic Beers for 2026Adam is reading: Is This the American Version of Ichiro's Malt Card Series?Instagram: @adamteeter, @jcsciarrino, @zgeballe, @vinepair Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.