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The TK Show: A Show about sports in the Bay Area

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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.

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Jul 7, 2026

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[The TK Show] 49ers QB Brock Purdy on Tom Brady, a huge new contract and more 30.07.2024

Brock Purdy talks with Tim about his reaction when Kyle Shanahan told him in March 2023 that the 49ers were trying to sign Tom Brady and how much or how little Purdy's thinking about the prospect of a huge new contract next offseason. Also, Purdy discusses his increased leadership role on this team and an elbow rehab process that went all the way through the middle of last season.

[The TK Show] Warriors Owner Joe Lacob on Curry's Future, Klay's Exit & Much More 26.07.2024

Tim talks to Warriors owner Joe Lacob about keeping a winning situation for Steph Curry, the steps that led to Klay Thompson's departure, the improvements made to the roster and the salary situation overall. Also: Is there another big move coming?

[North & South] 49ers + Rams Contract Issues & Pre-Olympics Thoughts 25.07.2024

Tim and the LA Times' Dylan Hernandez discuss the 49ers' tricky negotiations with Brandon Aiyuk and Trent Williams and the Rams' decision to restructure Matt Stafford's deal. Also, what we learned about the Dodgers and Giants from their four-game series and pre-Olympics thoughts.

[49ers +/-] Assessing Trent Williams/Brandon Aiyuk Situations + Shanahan Convo Recap 25.07.2024

Tim and Matt Barrows discuss the first day of 49ers camp, from Trent Williams' somewhat surprise holdout to Brandon Aiyuk's notable walk across the field. Also, a breakdown of "The TK Show" conversation with Kyle Shanahan earlier this week.

[The TK Show] Kyle Shanahan on Brock Purdy, Tom Brady & the 49ers' Big Picture 23.07.2024

49ers coach Kyle Shanahan and Tim discuss a calm QB offseason, how the team shapes up heading into training camp, why Shanahan checked in with Tom Brady last season, Brock Purdy's rising stature on the team and in the league and much more.

[The TK Show] Podcaster Guy Haberman on 49ers Issues & Bay Area Media 18.07.2024

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.

[North & South] Dodgers' Big Worries & Should the Giants Trade Snell? 17.07.2024

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.

[49ers +/-] 49ers' Top Training Camp Issues, Purdy's QB Ranking 16.07.2024

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*

[North & South] Warriors and Lakers Stalled in Offseason; Dodgers Troubles, Giants Rising? 02.07.2024

Tim and the LA Times' Dylan Hernandez analyze the moves (or lack of them) made by the Warriors and Lakers at the start of free agency and discuss Klay Thompson's legacy in the Bay Area. Also, what was the significance of the Giants' series win over the Dodgers?

[The TK Show] Warriors Beat Writer Anthony Slater on a Staggering Start to the Offseason 01.07.2024

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.

[North & South] Why Would the Clippers Trade Paul George to the Warriors? 28.06.2024

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? 

[The TK Show] Warriors GM Mike Dunleavy Jr. on Making the Big Move & Future 28.06.2024

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.

[49ers +/-] The Aiyuk Meeting + 49ers With the Most Pressure in 2024 25.06.2024

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.

[North & South] The Greatness of Willie Mays & Lakers & Dodger Talk 21.06.2024

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.

[The TK Show] Writer Ethan Strauss on Klay Thompson, Brock Purdy, Lakers and More 21.06.2024

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.

[49ers +/-] Aiyuk's Deal? Pearsall Catches? Our Preseason Over/Unders 20.06.2024

Tim and Matt Barrows discuss Brandon Aiyuk's latest social-media comments and make guesses about Aiyuk's contract terms and timing this summer. Also guesses on Trent Williams' practice count, Ricky Pearsall's catches and the QB2.

[North & South] Remembering Jerry West 13.06.2024

Tim and the LA Times' Dylan Hernandez give their personal memories of Jerry West and what he meant to LA, the Bay Area and the entire sports world and why the "Winning Time" characterization failed. Also: What was it like to be yelled at by West?

[49ers +/-] Mailbag Show! 12.06.2024

Tim and Matt answer several of your 49ers related questions in our first mailbag episode! Great questions all around. To hear your voice on an upcoming episode, call us at 925-385-6639 and leave us a message!

[The TK Show] Warriors Analyst Tom Tolbert on the Dynasty, Kerr & Caitlin Clark 11.06.2024

Warriors radio analyst and KNBR host Tom Tolbert joins Tim to discuss how the Warriors can and should play out the final years of this run, how Steve Kerr is thinking about this and whether LeBron James could fit with this team. Also: What's the next step for Caitlin Clark and the WNBA?

[North & South] Dan Hurley to the Lakers? Mike Trout to the Giants? 07.06.2024

Tim and the LA Times' Dylan Hernandez discuss the impact of UConn's Dan Hurley as the Lakers' surprise new top coaching candidate. Also: Do the Dodgers need another hitter? And should the Giants take the risk of trading for Mike Trout?

[49ers +/-] McCaffrey's New Deal, Deebo's Mood + Minicamp Observations 06.06.2024

Tim and Matt Barrows discuss the significance of Christian McCaffrey's new two-year extension and Deebo Samuel's matter-of-fact acknowledgement that he might not be with the team beyond this season. Also, why Ricky Pearsall and Renardo Green stood out during minicamp and Nick Sorensen seemed more comfortable at the podium. Get your questions in for our 49ers +/- mailbag episode next week! Call 925...

[North & South] Dodgers' Struggles, Giants' Up-tick + NBA Playoff Lessons 31.05.2024

Tim and the LA Times' Dylan Hernandez discuss the Dodgers' vulnerabilities and the Giants' recent rise. Could this be a playoff matchup that bothers LA? Also: What the Warriors, Lakers and Clippers are learning from the Mavericks and Celtics' run to the NBA Finals.

[49ers +/-] Aiyuk & McCaffrey Negotiation Complications 30.05.2024

Tim and Matt Barrows analyze why the 49ers' big negotiations always take so long and if there's a risk with this. Also: Deebo Samuel's mood, Ricky Pearsall's momentum and other headlines going into next week's mandatory minicamp.

[The TK Show] Giants Chairman Greg Johnson on the Team, Payroll & Farhan Zaidi 29.05.2024

Tim and Giants chairman Greg Johnson discuss the team's recent upswing and youth movement, Farhan Zaidi's tenure, the controversial departure of PA announcer Renel Brooks-Moon and more. Also: Buster Posey's new role.

[North & South] 1st Annual LA/Bay Area Sports Quiz 24.05.2024

Who knows more about LA and Bay Area sports, Tim or the LA Times' Dylan Hernandez? The first-ever "North & South" quiz, run by The Athletic's Dan Brown, tests this all out on both current events and some famous past ones.

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