
The TK Show: A Show about sports in the Bay Area
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.
Latest episodes

Jul 18, 2024 • 56min
[The TK Show] Podcaster Guy Haberman on 49ers Issues & Bay Area Media
Tim talks with podcaster and play-by-play announcer Guy Haberman about Brandon Aiyuk's tense summer with the 49ers, how everything points to this turning into Brock Purdy's team and Kyle Shanahan's reputation in the league. Also, why podcasting is the present and future of media. 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

Jul 17, 2024 • 45min
[North & South] Dodgers' Big Worries & Should the Giants Trade Snell?
Tim and the LA Times' Dylan Hernandez discuss the major problems facing the Dodgers. Also: Should the Giants think about trading Blake Snell after his two recent starts? And thoughts on Brandon Aiyuk's request that the 49ers trade him and the Chargers' new era. 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

Jul 16, 2024 • 49min
[49ers +/-] 49ers' Top Training Camp Issues, Purdy's QB Ranking
Tim and Matt Barrows discuss the team's biggest concerns, most interesting players and possible camp battles going into next week's first practice. Also, a quick review of the "Receiver" documentary series and Brock Purdy not making ESPN's latest top-10 QB poll.*quick hit on the Brandon Aiyuk news before the episode begins* 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

Jul 2, 2024 • 38min
[North & South] Warriors and Lakers Stalled in Offseason; Dodgers Troubles, Giants Rising?
LA Times sports columnist Dylan Hernandez joins Tim to discuss the quiet offseason for the Warriors and Lakers. They talk about Klay Thompson's legacy, the Giants' win over the Dodgers, missed opportunities in player signings, team dynamics, and pitching concerns for both teams.

Jul 1, 2024 • 49min
[The TK Show] Warriors Beat Writer Anthony Slater on a Staggering Start to the Offseason
Tim and The Athletic's Anthony Slater discuss Klay Thompson's departure, the unsuccessful negotiations to acquire Paul George, the release of Chris Paul and what this all means for the last years of the Steph Curry era. 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

Jun 28, 2024 • 40min
[North & South] Why Would the Clippers Trade Paul George to the Warriors?
Tim and the LA Times' Dylan Hernandez look at both the Warriors' side and the Clippers' side of potential Paul George trade talks. Why would Clippers owner Steve Ballmer do this? 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

Jun 28, 2024 • 24min
[The TK Show] Warriors GM Mike Dunleavy Jr. on Making the Big Move & Future
Tim and Warriors GM Mike Dunleavy discuss the chances of a big trade in the next few days and the situation with Klay Thompson. Also, Dunleavy details why he thinks the Warriors are still close to title 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

Jun 25, 2024 • 45min
[49ers +/-] The Aiyuk Meeting + 49ers With the Most Pressure in 2024
Tim and co-host Matt Barrows discuss the significance of Brandon Aiyuk's meeting with the 49ers this week. Also: Nick Sorensen, Nick Bosa, Paraag Marathe and the other 49ers figures with the most pressure on them going into this 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

Jun 21, 2024 • 43min
[North & South] The Greatness of Willie Mays & Lakers & Dodger Talk
Tim and the LA Times' Dylan Hernandez discuss the incredible impact of Willie Mays, the Rickwood Field game and Reggie Jackson's searing memories of playing in Birmingham. Also: Questioning the Lakers' hiring of JJ Redick and what the Dodgers should do after recent injuries. 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

Jun 21, 2024 • 53min
[The TK Show] Writer Ethan Strauss on Klay Thompson, Brock Purdy, Lakers and More
Tim and Substack star Ethan Strauss discuss how important Klay Thompson remains to the Warriors and the prospect of getting back into title contention. Also: Ethan's thoughts on the 49ers' Brandon Aiyuk and Brock Purdy and the Lakers' confusing coaching search. 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