Papa & Silver Podcast

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Papa previously hosted his own show on KNBR from 2001-2003. Papa will host the weekday 10am-2pm time slot alongside Greg Silver. Upon joining the 49ers earlier this year, Papa became the first Bay Area broadcaster to have a role with five of the region’s major professional teams. He previously served as the voice of the Warriors (TV & radio – 1986-97), Giants (TV & radio – 2004-08), Oakland A’s (TV – 1990-2003) and Oakland Raiders (radio – 1997-2017). Papa currently hosts NBC Sports Bay Area’s San Francisco Giants and Golden State Warriors Pregame Live and Postgame Live shows.

  1. 16 HR AGO

    Giants’ Inconsistency, Devers’ Pressure & 49ers Offseason Moves leading up to draft

    Hour 4: In this episode of Papa and Silver, JD and Greg discuss the San Francisco Giants' struggles, focusing on the team's underperforming players and the importance of finding consistency. They highlight the need for key contributors like Rafael Devers and Casey Schmidt to step up their game. The conversation also touches on the team's rotation, with Logan Webb and Robbie Ray being key factors in their success. Additionally, JD shares his thoughts on the 49ers' offseason moves, including the potential signing of Trent Williams and the importance of addressing their left tackle situation. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    30 min

  2. 16 HR AGO

    Danny Emerman joins the show to discuss the upcoming Play-In game for the Warriors

    Danny Emerman, beat writer for the Warriors from the San Francisco Standard, joins Greg Silver and JD to discuss the Play-In game on Wednesday when the Warriors will be taking on the LA Clippers. What are the Warriors' chances of making it out of the Play-In Tournament? Do the Warriors really want to win? What does the future hold for the team next season? All these concerns are broken down on The Sports Leader. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    21 min

  3. 16 HR AGO

    Will the Warriors make it out of the Play-In or will the team's season end in undramatic fashion?

    Hour 3: Silver and JD discuss the Warriors' play-in tournament chances. They dive into the pros and cons of the team making it out of the play-in, with some arguing it's better for the franchise to end the season early. The guys also analyze the Warriors' roster, discussing players like Podziemski, Porzingis, and Melton, and whether they can make a leap next season. They also touch on the importance of Steph Curry's return and how it affects the team's chances. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    40 min

  4. 16 HR AGO

    What is behind the Giants woes to start the season? - And the guys talk to Danny Emerman about the Dubs' play-in game

    Hour 2: Silver and JD continue to breakdown the Giants' struggles. They also discuss the Warriors' chances in the play-in against the Clippers this Wednesday, with Danny Emerman joining the show to share his insights on the team's chemistry and the importance of Porzingis' play. And ultimately, how passionate are the Warriors for this game? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    46 min

  5. 16 HR AGO

    Giants go 1-2 over the weekend and lose another series, this time to the Orioles - When do we start to panic?

    Hour 1: WHEN DO WE PANIC? The Giants are off to a very rocky start, sitting at 6-10 after a tough weekend in Baltimore losing the series 1-2. Greg Papa and John Dickinson break down the team's struggles, discussing the inconsistent play of ace Logan Webb and the lack of production from key players like Devers and Chapman. They also touch on the importance of needing more offense from the outfielders, where guys like Jung Hoo-Lee and Bader are struggling to make an impact.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    57 min

  6. 3 DAYS AGO

    Giants Off to a 5–8 Start: Bright Spots, Bullpen Woes & a Road Trip That Could Change Everything

    Hour 1: In this episode of The Sports Leader, Silver & JD discuss the Giants' 5-8 start to the season. They dive into the positives, including the production of their best players, like Devers, Chapman, and Aris, and the starting rotation's solid performance. However, they also touch on concerns, such as the outfield's lack of production and the bullpen's struggles. The guys also discuss the upcoming road trip and how it could be a turning point for the team. With a mix of optimism and realism, they break down the Giants' current state and what they need to do to get back on track. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    58 min

  7. 3 DAYS AGO

    The Sports Leader: Giants Turmoil, Vitello’s Unorthodox Style & 49ers Draft Insight w/ Matt Maiocco

    Hour 2: In this episode of the Sports Leader, John Dickinson and Greg Silver discuss the San Francisco Giants' early season struggles and the impact of manager Tony Vitello's unconventional approach. They weigh in on the team's roster construction, bullpen, and Vitello's leadership style, debating whether his unorthodox methods will pay off or lead to disaster. The guys also dive into the NFL draft, chatting with Matt Mayoko about the 49ers' potential picks, including a possible trade with the Arizona Cardinals for quarterback Ty Simpson. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    41 min

  8. 3 DAYS AGO

    Andy Baggarly on the Rollercoaster of April Baseball, Vitello's Bullpen Experiments, and Trusting the Giants Veterans

    The Athletic's Andy Baggarly joined Silver & JD for his weekly Friday conversation, after the Giants did everything from lose four straight contests to throwing 20 consecutive shutout innings in a wild rollercoaster week of April baseball. The guys discuss Tony Vitello finding a balance between giving veteran players opportunities while letting also getting his bench involved. Plus, with the bullpen being in a constant rotation, how important is it for Vitello to ultimately nail down roles for his guys? We discuss it all on The Sports Leader. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    17 min
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About

Papa previously hosted his own show on KNBR from 2001-2003. Papa will host the weekday 10am-2pm time slot alongside Greg Silver. Upon joining the 49ers earlier this year, Papa became the first Bay Area broadcaster to have a role with five of the region’s major professional teams. He previously served as the voice of the Warriors (TV & radio – 1986-97), Giants (TV & radio – 2004-08), Oakland A’s (TV – 1990-2003) and Oakland Raiders (radio – 1997-2017). Papa currently hosts NBC Sports Bay Area’s San Francisco Giants and Golden State Warriors Pregame Live and Postgame Live shows.

Information

  • Channel
    Cumulus Sports
  • Creator
    KNBR | Cumulus Media San Francisco
  • Years Active
    2019 - 2026
  • Episodes
    114
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © 2026 Cumulus Media San Francisco 810427
  • Show Website
    Papa & Silver Podcast

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