
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

Feb 9, 2025 • 41min
[49ers +/-] Emergency Deebo Samuel Trade Request Episode
Tim and Matt Barrows discuss what happens now that Deebo Samuel has asked to be traded, whether this ends his relationship with the team, and what price the 49ers should put on a deal. Also, thoughts about the 49ers getting involved in the Myles Garrett trade market. 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

Feb 3, 2025 • 41min
[North & South] Emergency Luka Doncic is a Laker Episode
Dylan Hernandez, a sports reporter for the Los Angeles Times known for his in-depth Lakers coverage, joins to discuss the jaw-dropping trade that moves Luka Doncic to the Lakers while sending Anthony Davis to Dallas. They analyze its impact on LeBron James and the Lakers' future. The conversation also touches on the latest news from the Dodgers and the rising stardom of MLB players in LA, alongside lively speculation about other NBA stars potentially on the move. Expect plenty of insider insights and fresh perspectives!

Jan 31, 2025 • 35min
[49ers +/-] Saleh’s Clout, Free-Agent Questions & Senior Bowl Stars
Tim and Matt Barrows discuss Robert Saleh's return as defensive coordinator and the hiring of special-teams coordinator Brant Boyer. How will this impact free agency and the draft? Also, some players who've jumped out during Senior Bowl practices. 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

Jan 30, 2025 • 52min
[North & South] Lakers/Warriors at the Deadline & Are the Dodgers Ruining Baseball?
Tim and the LA Times' Dylan Hernandez analyze the Warriors and Lakers' situations leading up to next month's trade deadline. Also, what can the 49ers, Rams and Chargers learn from the Eagles-Chiefs Super Bowl matchup and are the Dodgers really ruining baseball? 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

Jan 29, 2025 • 53min
[The TK Show] Journalist Ethan Strauss on the 49ers, the Stuck Warriors & More
Tim and Substack journalist Ethan Strauss discuss the 49ers' offseason strategies and the way fans view the NFL vs. the NBA. Also, the tensions building in the Warriors as the dynasty ends. 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

Jan 24, 2025 • 39min
[49ers +/-] The Importance of Landing Robert Saleh, 1 Potential Issue & Much More
Tim and Matt Barrows discuss the complicated set of events that seem to have set up the 49ers re-hiring their No. 1 DC choice Robert Saleh and why he was the guy they had to go to. Also, there's one slight chance that it still doesn't happen. 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

Jan 22, 2025 • 42min
[North & South] Roki Sasaki’s Dodger Plan, Stafford’s Future & Wild-Card 49ers DC Options
Tim and the LA Times' Dylan Hernandez analyze what Roki Sasaki's first few years with the Dodgers might look like and why Matthew Stafford and the Rams could be headed to a big decision. And Tim tosses out some interesting DC options for the 49ers if Robert Saleh heads elsewhere. 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

Jan 17, 2025 • 45min
[49ers +/-] Mailbag Episode: Saleh Favored for DC? 11th Pick on DT or Tyler Warren?
Tim and Matt Barrows take voicemail questions, starting with how the DC search is shaping up, with Robert Saleh seeming like the heavy favorite. Also, an early look at the most likely options with the 49ers' first-round pick and the history of shaky DL picks. 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

Jan 15, 2025 • 39min
[North & South] Rams Keep Going, Chargers Fall & What’s Up With the Warriors?
Tim and the LA Times' Dylan Hernandez analyze what Sean McVay is proving with the Rams and what their chances are to beat the Eagles this weekend. Also, what happened in the Chargers' playoff loss and what are the Warriors' headliners trying to communicate lately about their situation? 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

Jan 14, 2025 • 33min
[The TK Show] Conversation With Buster Posey About the Giants’ Offseason & Future
Tim talks with Giants president Buster Posey about Posey's first few months running the team, adding Willy Adames and Justin Verlander, losing out on Roki Sasaki and what he's looking for in 2025 and beyond. 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