KNBR Podcast

Dirty Work discusses  the similarities between Steph and his dad, Dell, and how they approach the game with Marcus Thompson of The Athletic. Marcus shares insights on Steph's mindset, discussing his love for the game and his desire to stay with the Warriors. They also touch on the topic of retirement, with Marcus weighing in on Steph's potential plans for the future. 

Dirty Work chats Oscars, where they share their thoughts on the winners and losers, including Michael B. Jordan's win for Best Actor. They also talk to Marcus Thompson about his interview with Steph Curry and his dad, Dell Curry, where they discuss Steph's potential retirement and his approach to the game. The conversation also touches on the similarities and differences between Steph and his dad, as well as the latest news in the sports world.

Dirty Work Hour 1 kicks off discussing the upcoming WBC finals and the introduction of the ABS system. They share their thoughts on the tournament, with Adam expressing his lack of excitement and Derek defending the event's growing popularity. The guys also discuss the Giants' roster, debating the potential impact of Raphael Devers and the team's bullpen.

Mercury News’ Giants beat reporter Justice De Los Santos joins Marty and Kerry to break down the Giants bullpen heading into Opening Day vs the Yankees and discuss who should lead off for San Francisco — including whether Luis Arraez is the answer.

John Shea of The Standard joins Marty on Talkin' Baseball to break down the latest WBC action, whether Logan Webb makes his final Spring Training start, and to reflect on the life and legacy of Bay Area sports journalist Dave Newhouse.

JT Brubaker joins Talkin’ Baseball with Marty to break down what he’s working on this spring in Giants camp, what his draft day was like, and the toughest challenges he faced on his path into pro baseball.

Hour 4: The guys discuss the latest NFL news, including the 49ers signing Christian Kirk to a one-year, six million dollar contract. They also dive into the World Baseball Classic, where Team Italy is making a strong run, and the NCAA tournament, including bracket talk and the Arizona Wildcats' chances in the tournament. The guys share their predictions and discuss the excitement of the NCAA tournament, with its unpredictable upsets and thrilling games.

Hour 3: Silver & Krueger revisit who's still available on the free agent market and which players make the most sense for the 49ers to add as late signings. The guys assess the pros and cons of a player like Joey Bosa, who had a productive year in Buffalo but has also been impacted by injuries throughout his 10-year career. Dieter Kurtenbach joins the show for a well-rounded discussion on Trent Williams, Bryce Eldridge, and the 49ers' newest addition of Christian Kirk.

Dieter Kurtenbach joins the show to discuss the 49ers offseason moves. They break down the Trent Williams contract situation, exploring the 49ers' strategy and the potential impact on the team's future. The conversation also touches on the Bryce Eldridge debate, the Mac Jones trade rumors, and the Warriors' offseason plans. 

Giants Broadcaster Joe Ritzo joins the show to discuss the Giants' spring training progress. The team's strong Cactus League record has raised questions about their chances for the upcoming season. Joe shares his insights on the team's depth and the potential impact of young players like Bryce Eldridge and Jesus Rodriguez. He also talks about the decision-making process for the opening day roster and the importance of evaluating players' performances in the final week of spring training. 

Hour 2: The guys dive into the San Francisco Giants' spring training, discussing the team's impressive 16-6 record and the emergence of young players like Bryce Eldridge and Jesus Rodriguez. They also touch on the injury concerns surrounding Hayden Birdsong and the bullpen's depth. With the season just around the corner, Joe Ritzo joins the show to break down the roster decisions that will shape the Giants' opening day lineup.

Hour 1: Silver and Krueger discuss the ABS challenge system and its impact on the game. They dive into the pros and cons of the system, debating whether it's worth the added time and interruptions. The conversation touches on the importance of human error in sports, the role of technology, and the influence of gambling on the game. They also discuss the San Francisco Giants' chances of making the playoffs and the team's roster projections. 

Dave Flemming joins the show to recap covering the Ivy League Tournament, break down the NCAA Tournament bracket, and explain why upsets may be harder to find this year. Plus, he shares his take on Logan Webb’s start vs. Team Canada as baseball season officially begins.

ESPN broadcaster and college basketball expert, Roxy Bernstein joins the show to break down the NCAA Tournament bracket. He discusses Santa Clara and Saint Mary’s punching their tickets and shares a few upset picks you need to hear. Roxy proves once again he’s an elite ball knower.

Giants insider, Susan Slusser joins the show to share her thoughts on the World Baseball Classic, Logan Webb’s start against Canada, and Bryce Eldridge’s chances of making the Opening Day roster. Insightful analysis from one of the most trusted voices covering the Giants.

HOUR 4 - Team Italy advances to the World Baseball Classic semifinals, and the final call is absolutely electric — Viva l’Italia! Dave Flemming joins the show to talk March Madness and the Santa Clara Broncos punching their ticket to the NCAA Tournament. Plus, we close with a tribute to two legendary Bay Area writers.

HOUR 3 - Murph goes back and forth with a caller over whether Jerry Rice is the greatest player of all time. ESPN broadcaster and college hoops expert Roxy Bernstein joins the show to break down the NCAA Tournament bracket. Plus, a wide‑ranging and fun digression on last night’s Oscars.

HOUR 2 - A full weekend recap as Santa Clara punches its ticket to the NCAA Tournament. Kerry Crowley shares an intriguing idea to improve the Giants roster, and Bryce Eldridge breaks camp with the big club. Plus, we debate whether the World Baseball Classic is living up to the hype.

HOUR 1 - Team USA beats the Dominican Republic in a thrilling World Baseball Classic semifinal. Susan Slusser joins the show to share her thoughts on the WBC, Logan Webb’s start vs. Canada, and more. Plus, we recap a busy weekend in sports.

JD breaks down the Warriors vs Knicks game as the Dubs had $193 million in salary out tonight, the Warriors lose their 5th in a row to the Knicks.

Bill chats with Brad Grems, the home clubhouse manager of the San Francisco Giants. Brad shares the ins and outs of his role, from ordering equipment to creating a welcoming clubhouse atmosphere. He talks about the challenges of managing a large staff and accommodating players with different personalities and preferences. With spring training in full swing, Brad discusses the importance of attention to detail and how his team keeps the clubhouse running smoothly. 

Bill chats with Oscar Bernard, the assistant hitting coach for the San Francisco Giants. They dive into the team's hitting performance in spring training. Oscar shares his thoughts on the progress of key players like Rafael Devers. They also discuss the importance of health and preparation as the team heads into the regular season.

Marty's opening segment breaking down yesterday's game vs the D-backs, WBC and the last week of Spring Training down in Scottsdale

Jared Oliva joins Bill Laskey to describe how his Spring Training has been with the Giants and the biggest things he has been working on, so that he could make the 2026 Giants. 

Bill Laskey chats with Erwin Higueros, Spanish broadcaster for the San Francisco Giants. They dive into the Giants' spring training, discussing the standout performances. Erwin shares his insights on building relationships with players, including Pablo Sandoval and Johnny Cueto, and how trust is key to his role as a translator. They also touch on the upcoming season, the WBC, and the Giants' promising young players.

Michael Montreal joins Kerry on the Giants Warm‑Up Show to break down Keaton Winn’s quiet case for a bullpen spot, whether Trevor McDonald could emerge as the sixth starter, and Josuar De Jesus Gonzalez’s batting stance looks familiar 

The Warriors drop another tough one to the Timberwolves. JD and Kyle Har break down the three in‑game injuries, the team’s slump, and what another week without Steph Curry means for Golden State moving forward.

JD breaks down the Warriors 127-117 loss to the Twolves as the Warriors lose their 4th game in a row as Horford, Seth, and Post exit with injuries.

Dirty Work Hour 3 - The 49ers are getting older: Are they headed towards Warriors' territory? Larry Krueger interview on the Free agent pickups and much more

FanGirl Sports' Tracy Sandler joins Dirty Work to breakdown the Mike Evans signing, along with the 49ers also getting Nate Hobbs and Dre Greenlaw on defense

Dirty Work Hour 2 - Logan Webb's biggest start of his career tonight vs Canada? Last night's Sharks win vs the Bruins and an interview with Tracy Sandler

Adam Caplan joins Dirty Work to discuss the Ravens backing off the Maxx Crosby deal, 49ers free agent signings and much more  

Dirty Work Hour 1 - 49ers making moves and improving the defense, the Rams looking to trade for AJ Brown and an interview with Adam Caplan

Hour 4: Silver & Krueger get back into NFL talk with Mike Tannenbaum to close out the week. Tannenbaum's perspective as both an ESPN insider and former NFL general manager are valuable to gain a better understanding of which transactions -- or, in the case of Maxx Crosby to Baltimore, lack thereof -- will prove to be the most consequential. The guys close the show by taking a look at the best remaining available free agents, many of whom are at the older phases of their careers.

Hour 3: Silver & Krueger switch gears over to baseball and work through the prospect of having Bryce Eldridge begin the season on the opening day roster. While Eldridge has a concerning 32 percent strikeout rate in the Cactus League, is hard contact, first base defense, and lack of booming production from his competition are all reasons to consider giving him a spot in the lineup on March 25. They also respond to Murph's take that Logan Webb's start tonight in the World Baseball Classic will be the biggest of his career.

Hour 2: Silver & Krueger replay Colin Cowherd's sound bite from earlier in the week about the 49ers roster's age and comparing their approach to that of the Golden State Warriors. Silver makes the point that while the Niners need to get younger, free agency doesn't have to be the time to address that. Matt Maiocco stops by for his weekly hit to react to this past week's news and an eventful past 24 hours on the 49ers front.

Hour 1: Greg Silver & Larry Krueger open up Friday by reacting to yesterday's news of Dre Greenlaw returning to the 49ers on a 1-year, $7.5 million deal. The guys take your calls and ask whether or not you like this move for the offseason, or if Greenlaw's recent injury history is the exact thing that this team should avoid. They also discuss the signing of cornerback Nate Hobbs, who has shown promise but also struggled to stay on the field in Green Bay last season.

Mike Tannenbaum, ESPN Insider and former NFL General Manager, joins Silver & Krueger to assess the Ravens backing out of their trade for Maxx Crosby and whether that will hurt Eric DeCosta's ability to do business for future transactions. Tannenbaum also explains why the Vikings signing Kyler Murray could be the most consequential move of the entire NFL offseason and revisits his proposal from radio row that the 49ers should try to extend Mac Jones rather than trade him.

Matt Maiocco joins Silver & Krueger for their weekly Friday discussion, and even with Maiocco joining Murph & Markus Thursday morning, a whole lot of 49ers news broke in the past 24 hours. Mike Evans was introduced via Zoom, Dre Greenlaw is returning to the 49ers on a 1-year deal, Nate Hobbs adds depth in the secondary, and Bryce Huff announced his retirement at the age of 27. Maiocco recaps all the latest and per usual, his insights are a must for the listener.

Murph & Markus Hour 4: The Boys break down Logan Webb's start for team USA vs Canada being the biggest of his baseball career, Mike Evans choosing the Niners, & the Morning Show history of video gaming

Murph & Markus Hour 3: The Boys sit down with MLB Legend, Jim Leyland to talk WBC, they also break down if this is Logan Webb's biggest start of his baseball career, & a banging Cooler of Content feat. Bryce Huff & William Eklund. 

MLB Legend & HOF'er & WBC Champ, Jim Leyland joins the Morning Show to break down the WBC, Coaching for team USA, & the difference between winning the World Series & WBC

Giants legend & GM of Team Italy, Ned Colletti joins the Morning Show to break down the World Baseball Classic, Team Italy having a blast on & off the field, & how big the win vs The USA was for baseball in the country.

3-13 Muph & Markus Hour 2: The boys break down the World Baseball Classic with Ned Colletti, bring another heated Big Hit featuring Mike Evans, & was Mark DeRosa out of pocket for forgetting the stipulations in game 4 of pool play vs Italy?

3-13 Muph & Markus Hour 1: The boy sit down with David Lombardi to talk Niners offseason & the team making some big moves, they also break down the Sharks huge win vs the Bruins, & talk Bryce Huff retirement. 

Niners reporter for the SF Standard, David Lombardi joins the Morning Show to break down the 49ers offseason, the huge signings of Mike Evans & Dre Greenlaw, and when the Niners need to resolve the Trent Williams contract saga.

Curtis Pashelka joins Sportsphone KNBR with Ted Ramey to discuss if the Sharks can make the playoffs this season?

Ben Ross joins Sportsphone KNBR with Ted Ramey to preview the 2026 Giants, insight on the Warriors' future, and how entertaining the Sharks are.

Brian Peacock joins Sportsphone KNBR with Ted Ramey to discuss the 49ers signing Mike Evans, bringing back Dre Greenlaw, and trading for Osa Odighizuwa.

Larry Krueger and Damon Bruce discuss the 49ers signing Mike Evans, trading for Osa Odighizuwa, and signing former 49er Dre Greenlaw.