KNBR Podcast

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3.7 (471)
Football
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KNBR is the THE Sports Leader and official radio home of the San Francisco Giants and San Francisco 49ers!

1h ago

Giants’ Bullpen Woes Deepen: Susan Slusser on Ninth‑Inning Failures, Controversy, and Rising Rookie Victor Bericoto

This week on the Sports Leader, the conversation turned to the Giants' bullpen woes, which have been a major storyline all season. The team's inability to close out games in the ninth inning has been a consistent issue. Susan Slusser, a veteran journalist from the San Francisco Chronicle, joined the show to discuss the team's struggles and the impact of recent controversies on the organization. The Giants have been plagued by a lack of a true closer, and it's not just a matter of one or two bad outings. The team's bullpen has been a weakness all season, and it's hard to see them making a deep playoff run without a reliable ninth-inning arm. Susan Slusser weighed in on the team's decision-making and the potential long-term effects on free agent signings. She also discussed the recent Pride Night controversy and how it may impact the team's ability to attract top talent. The conversation also touched on the impressive performance of Victor Bericoto, a Venezuelan rookie who has been making waves with his impressive hitting despite the tragic circumstances surrounding his family. Susan shared her thoughts on how the team can balance playing time for Bericoto with other key players like Casey Schmitt. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

12 min
1h ago

Giants Bullpen Collapse PLUS Interview with Mike Krukow

Hour 2: One of the key takeaways from the episode is the need for the Giants to be more proactive in developing their young players, rather than relying on external signings. Mike Krukow emphasizes the importance of giving players like Casey Schmid and Barracoto the opportunity to grow and develop within the organization. The guys also discuss the challenges of evaluating talent and making smart trades, citing examples of past mistakes, such as trading away promising players like Harrison. If you're a Giants fan looking for a fresh perspective on the team's struggles, this episode is a must-listen. Mike Krukow's insights and experiences offer valuable lessons for the Giants' front office and fans alike. Tune in to hear the full conversation and join the discussion on the Sports Leader. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

38 min
1h ago

The Rise of Casey Schmitt: Mike Krukow on Development, Adversity, and the Giants’ Tough Stretch

In a thrilling conversation, Mike Krukow shares his experiences as a young player being traded to the Philadelphia Phillies in 1981, where he got to join a pitching staff with the legendary Steve Carlton. This episode is a must-listen for any baseball fan, as Mike opens up about his time in the majors, his relationships with fellow players, and the lessons he learned from his experiences. Mike Krukow joins the show to discuss the Giants' recent struggles, including their inability to close out games and the impact it has on the team's confidence. He also talks about the development of Casey Schmitt, a utility player who's been a revelation this season. Mike praises Schmitt's growth and notes that he's become a well-rounded player with a presence on the field. The conversation also touches on the challenges faced by Venezuelan players, particularly Bericoto, who's been dealing with the difficulties of communicating with loved ones back home amidst the recent tragic events. Mike shares his admiration for Bericoto's ability to stay focused on the field despite the tough circumstances. This episode is a great listen for anyone interested in baseball, trade stories, and the personal growth of players. Mike's insights into the game and his experiences make for a compelling conversation that's not to be missed. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

17 min
1h ago

Inside the Giants’ Collapse: Ownership Doubts, Bullpen Failures, and a Fading Season

Hour 1: The Giants' Struggles Continue: A Delusional Team on the Brink of Reality The Giants' season is hitting a rough patch, and it's not just their bullpen that's to blame. In this episode, John Dickinson and Larry Krueger dive into the team's struggles, discussing whether they're a good team hampered by a bad bullpen or just a mediocre team with a bad bullpen. They also touch on the topic of rebuilding, and whether the Giants' ownership group is willing to make tough decisions to turn the team around. The conversation is filled with insightful analysis and commentary on the team's performance, including their lack of consistency, poor fielding, and inability to close out games. The hosts also discuss the team's recent losses, including a tough one against the A's, and how it's affecting their playoff hopes. With the trade deadline approaching, the question on everyone's mind is: what's next for the Giants? The hosts also discuss the team's ownership group and their willingness to make tough decisions, including rebuilding and eating contracts. They question whether the team's current strategy is working and whether it's time for a change. With the team's struggles continuing, it's clear that something needs to change, but what that is remains to be seen. Tune in to this episode to hear John and Larry's take on the Giants' struggles and what they think the team needs to do to turn things around. Will they be able to make the necessary changes, or will they continue to struggle? Listen to find out. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

1h 2m
13h ago

Dave Tobener discusses Giants bullpen issues after 9-6 loss to the A's

SF Gate writer, Dave Tobener, joins Sportsphone KNBR with Bill Laskey to discuss Giants bullpen issues after 9-6 loss to the A's See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

20 min
13h ago

Mike Aldrete discusses how the modern era of baseball has changed

Mike Aldrete joins Sportsphone KNBR with Bill Laskey to discuss how the modern era of baseball has changed. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

16 min
13h ago

Chad Bishop previews the Giants-Braves weekend series

Atlanta Braves beat reporter, Chad Bishop, joins Sportsphone KNBR with Bill Laskey to preview the Giants-Braves weekend series See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

15 min
16h ago

Rich Aurilia on the Giants continued struggles closing out games

Hour 2 -- Rich Aurilia joins the show to discuss the Giants implosion to the A's, as the bullpen blows another game. He also discusses Victor Bericoto's emergence over the past week, and how he can find some more playing time going forward. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Adam Copeland

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3.7

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471 Ratings

Ad volume too loud

05/29/2025

andym0903

Turn the volume for the ads down
Volume

12/29/2025

Doc_Savage181

Pod volume (voices) too low
Terrible editing

10/25/2025

Jacobwes12

All they need to do to make this a 5 star program is hire someone to properly edit. The ads are placed right in the middle of conversations and are ridiculously loud compared to the extremely quiet dialogue. It takes spending money to make a decent show
Obnoxious ads / Amateur sound editing

10/24/2025

coicoy1

I listen for some guests. The hosts are inconsistent. Annoying ads 89% of the time. Cumulus is actively ruining the station. Have begun ranking other Cumulus podcasts that intrude with 1 star based on absurdly earpiercing screaming banshee voices and interruptions. The worst part is that the guests I want to listen are often calling in by phone and the staff in the radio booth are not professional enough to balance out the audio levels. Combine this with the horrible Cumulus ads and their awful sound quality and it makes for a disastrous performance.