Dave ‘Softy’ Mahler and Dick Fain
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Full Hours from the Dave 'Softy' Mahler and Dick Fain show, which airs every day from 3pm-6:30pm on 950 KJR in Seattle.
Episodes 1,903
Softy and Dick 11-13 Hour 1: Flights Grounded, Husky Stadium, Lee Sterling
In the first hour, Dick Fain and Hugh Millen discuss how all flights in the United States are currently grounded and what it means for both the Huskies and all sports teams that are trying to fly for road …
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In the first hour, Dick Fain and Hugh Millen discuss how all flights in the United States are currently grounded and what it means for both the Huskies and all sports teams that are trying to fly for road games, then they discuss Husky Stadium getting renamed and get a Fact or Fiction pick before Lee Sterling shares his best football gambling advice.
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Softy and Dick 11-13 Hour 2: Columbia Bank Stadium at UW, Fun with Audio
In the second hour, Dick Fain, Hugh Millen, and Jackson Felts discuss UW selling the naming rights of Husky Stadium to Columbia Bank, what it says about our times in and around college sports, and what it says …
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In the second hour, Dick Fain, Hugh Millen, and Jackson Felts discuss UW selling the naming rights of Husky Stadium to Columbia Bank, what it says about our times in and around college sports, and what it says about our generation, then we have Fun with Audio with clips featuring Prime’s TNF broadcast, Charles Barkely, and Jim Harbaugh.
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Softy and Dick 11-13 Hour 3: Hawks vs Mendoza, JT The Brick, Softy on UW
In the third hour, Dick Fain and Hugh Millen discuss the Seahawks defense taking on a rookie quarterback in Fernando Mendoza in Las Vegas, plus Raiders’ tight end Brock Bowers, then Vegas and Fox Sports Radio …
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In the third hour, Dick Fain and Hugh Millen discuss the Seahawks defense taking on a rookie quarterback in Fernando Mendoza in Las Vegas, plus Raiders’ tight end Brock Bowers, then Vegas and Fox Sports Radio broadcaster J.T. The Brick joins the guys to preview the game before Softy updates the Huskies’ flight situation to Michigan State.
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Softy and Dick 11-13 Hour 4: Todd Milles on HS Football, UW’s Ryan Walters
In the fourth hour, Dick Fain chats with Todd Milles of Varsity WA News to talk about the favorites to win high school football championships right now at the 4A, 3A, 2A, and 1A levels, an injury to Lake …
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In the fourth hour, Dick Fain chats with Todd Milles of Varsity WA News to talk about the favorites to win high school football championships right now at the 4A, 3A, 2A, and 1A levels, an injury to Lake Stevens’ quarterback, plus Sumner and Puyallup, then we hear from Huskies Defensive Coordinator Ryan Walters with Softy after the loss to Penn St.
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Softy and Dick 11-12 Hour 1: UW Stadium Deal, Rick Neuheisel, FWA
In the first hour, Dave Softy Mahler and Dick Fain react to the new Husky Stadium deal to name it Columbia Bank Stadium that is another tradition change, then Rick Neuheisel joins the show to talk all things …
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In the first hour, Dave Softy Mahler and Dick Fain react to the new Husky Stadium deal to name it Columbia Bank Stadium that is another tradition change, then Rick Neuheisel joins the show to talk all things college football including NIL deals, UW’s loss to Penn State and Demond Williams plus we get a Fact or Fiction pick and have Fun with Audio.
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Softy and Dick 11-12 Hour 2: Mike Holmgren and Pat Chun Interviews
In the second hour, Dave Softy Mahler and Dick Fain chat with Mike Holmgren about the Seahawks facing Fernando Mendoza, Seattle’s quarterback situation, distributing carries, the NFC West race, and switching …
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In the second hour, Dave Softy Mahler and Dick Fain chat with Mike Holmgren about the Seahawks facing Fernando Mendoza, Seattle’s quarterback situation, distributing carries, the NFC West race, and switching guards, then UW Athletic Director Pat Chun talks about Husky Stadium’s naming rights getting a record deal from Columbia Bank.
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Softy and Dick 11-11 Hour 1: Mike Florio, Hawks Hopes, FoF, FwA
In the first hour, Dave Softy Mahler, Dick Fain and Jackson Felts discuss the level of hope they have in the Seahawks to repeat as champions right now, then Mike Florio joins the show to talk about that, the …
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In the first hour, Dave Softy Mahler, Dick Fain and Jackson Felts discuss the level of hope they have in the Seahawks to repeat as champions right now, then Mike Florio joins the show to talk about that, the trade deadline, Vikings, and Dianna Russini, then Jackson shares his Fact or Fiction pick before Fun with Audio features Paul Finebaum.
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Softy and Dick 11-11 Hour 2: Petros Papadakis, NIL Era in College
In the second hour, Dave Softy Mahler chats with Petros Papadakis about UCLA having a great season, the CFP selection committee rankings so far, UW’s loss to Penn State and the future of Demond Williams, then …
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In the second hour, Dave Softy Mahler chats with Petros Papadakis about UCLA having a great season, the CFP selection committee rankings so far, UW’s loss to Penn State and the future of Demond Williams, then Dick Fain rejoins the show as the guys discuss the NIL era in college football and how you can tell which coaches are actually talented.
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Softy and Dick 11-11 Hour 3: Kevin Harlan, NFC West, Larry Stone
In the third hour, Dave Softy Mahler chats with Kevin Harlan about his dad’s honor, the Seahawks quarterback situation, the Vikings, and Ravens-Chargers, then Dick Fain is back as they discuss how the NFC West …
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In the third hour, Dave Softy Mahler chats with Kevin Harlan about his dad’s honor, the Seahawks quarterback situation, the Vikings, and Ravens-Chargers, then Dick Fain is back as they discuss how the NFC West schedules will shake out in the coming weeks before Larry Stone joins to share his thoughts on new Mariners Manager Jason Kanzler.
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Softy and Dick 11-10 Hour 1: Mendoza Start, UW, Receiver, FoF, Fun w/ Audio
In the first hour, Dave Softy Mahler and Dick Fain discuss the Kirk Cousins trade to the Vikings meaning Fernando Mendoza will start for the Raiders against the Seahawks, a big UW game coming up against …
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In the first hour, Dave Softy Mahler and Dick Fain discuss the Kirk Cousins trade to the Vikings meaning Fernando Mendoza will start for the Raiders against the Seahawks, a big UW game coming up against Michigan State for bowl eligibility, Seattle not trading for a receiver at the trade deadline, plus we hit Fact or Fiction and have Fun with Audio.
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Softy and Dick 11-10 Hour 2: Husky Honks on Loss, Demond, Schedules, MSU
In the second hour, Dave Softy Mahler is joined by Greg Lewis and Mario Bailey for The Husky Honks as they break down the loss to Penn State, what happened at the end of the game, Demond Williams’ role and …
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In the second hour, Dave Softy Mahler is joined by Greg Lewis and Mario Bailey for The Husky Honks as they break down the loss to Penn State, what happened at the end of the game, Demond Williams’ role and future as UW’s quarterback, the college football schedule changes and new rules ahead, plus the Michigan State game coming up next.
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Softy and Dick 11-10 Hour 3: Jon Wilner, Expansion's Timing, Brian Schmetzer
In the third hour, Dave Softy Mahler and Dick Fain chat with Jon Wilner about the new playoff format and college football schedule changes, Demond Williams, and more, then the guys discuss the timing of …
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In the third hour, Dave Softy Mahler and Dick Fain chat with Jon Wilner about the new playoff format and college football schedule changes, Demond Williams, and more, then the guys discuss the timing of possible NBA expansion with their deadline coming up before Sounders’ Head Coach Brian Schmetzer talks about their playoff-clinching win.
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Softy and Dick 11-10 Hour 4: Randall Williams Joins, Ryan Walters on Penalty
In the fourth hour, Dave Softy Mahler and Dick Fain chat with Reporter Randall Williams of Bloomberg about NBA expansion updates including the prices being affected by the amount of bidding groups, the timing …
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In the fourth hour, Dave Softy Mahler and Dick Fain chat with Reporter Randall Williams of Bloomberg about NBA expansion updates including the prices being affected by the amount of bidding groups, the timing for expansion, and Mexico City, then they react to UW Defensive Coordinator Ryan Walters talking about a big late-game penalty vs. PSU.
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Softy and Dick 11-9 Hour 1: Hawks Win, UW Loss, FoF, Fun w/ Audio
In the first hour, Dave Softy Mahler and Dick Fain react to the Seahawks’ win over the Arizona Cardinals, the quarterback situation, and the schedule ahead, plus UW’s loss against Penn State, Demond Williams’ …
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In the first hour, Dave Softy Mahler and Dick Fain react to the Seahawks’ win over the Arizona Cardinals, the quarterback situation, and the schedule ahead, plus UW’s loss against Penn State, Demond Williams’ role on the team, and his connection with Jedd Fisch, then the guys get to their Fact or Fiction pick and react to Fun with Audio sound.
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Softy and Dick 11-9 Hour 2: Hugh Millen on Hawks + Dawgs; Russini
In the second hour, Dave Softy Mahler and Dick Fain chat with Hugh Millen about the Seahawks’ win over Arizona, including Drew Lock’s performance, JSN getting kept in check, the poor referees, and trades, plus …
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In the second hour, Dave Softy Mahler and Dick Fain chat with Hugh Millen about the Seahawks’ win over Arizona, including Drew Lock’s performance, JSN getting kept in check, the poor referees, and trades, plus UW’s loss to PSU, the season outlook, and Demond Williams, then the BRC Golden Moment features the return of Dianna Russini.
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Softy and Dick 11-6 Hour 1: Hurt Hawks, Jedd Fisch, Lee Sterling
In the first hour, Dave Softy Mahler and Dick Fain react to the many Seahawks injuries leading into Sunday’s game against the Cardinals, then Huskies Head Coach Jedd Fisch talks about his quarterback situation …
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In the first hour, Dave Softy Mahler and Dick Fain react to the many Seahawks injuries leading into Sunday’s game against the Cardinals, then Huskies Head Coach Jedd Fisch talks about his quarterback situation ahead of their game against Penn State, plus the win over Nebraska and run game, then Lee Sterling gives his best bets of the week.
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Softy and Dick 11-6 Hour 2: Top Memorabilia, Pat Chun Interview
In the second hour, Dave Softy Mahler and Dick Fain discuss their favorite sports pieces of memorabilia and how much they could be worth, then Washington Athletic Director Pat Chun joins the show to discuss the …
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In the second hour, Dave Softy Mahler and Dick Fain discuss their favorite sports pieces of memorabilia and how much they could be worth, then Washington Athletic Director Pat Chun joins the show to discuss the football win in Nebraska, the funding challenges for the department, the Apple Cup’s future in multiple sports, and honoring Mia Hamart.
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Softy and Dick 11-6 Hour 3: Hugh Millen Interview + Fun w/ Audio
In the third hour, Dave Softy Mahler and Dick Fain chat with Hugh Millen about the large amount of injuries to the Seahawks, what it means for the quarterback position and the offensive line changes, Gardner …
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In the third hour, Dave Softy Mahler and Dick Fain chat with Hugh Millen about the large amount of injuries to the Seahawks, what it means for the quarterback position and the offensive line changes, Gardner Minshew for Arizona, Demond Williams for the Huskies and more, then the guys have Fun with Audio including Charles Barkey and the 49ers.
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Softy and Dick 11-5 Hour 1: UW QB Situation, Rick Neuheisel, FoF, FwA
In the first hour, Dave Softy Mahler and Dick Fain discuss the state of the quarterback room for Washington and who should start between Elijah Brown and Demond Williams then get Rick Neuheisel’s take on the …
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In the first hour, Dave Softy Mahler and Dick Fain discuss the state of the quarterback room for Washington and who should start between Elijah Brown and Demond Williams then get Rick Neuheisel’s take on the situation, plus Penn State ahead and a new CFP model, then we get Dick’s Fact or Fiction pick and react to a few Fun with Audio clips.
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Softy and Dick 11-5 Hour 2: Mike Holmgren + Peter King on Career, NFL
In the second hour, Dave Softy Mahler and Dick Fain sit down with Mike Holmgren and Pete King, and they talk about Mike’s career and impact to the NFL, his candidacy for the Hall of Fame and why he is not in …
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In the second hour, Dave Softy Mahler and Dick Fain sit down with Mike Holmgren and Pete King, and they talk about Mike’s career and impact to the NFL, his candidacy for the Hall of Fame and why he is not in yet, Mike recruiting Reggie White to Green Bay and what it did for the Packers for years, a few more stories and Peter King’s new book.
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Softy and Dick 11-4 Hour 1: Kanzler Hire, Mike Florio, FOF, Lane Lambert
In the first hour, Dave Softy Mahler and Dick Fain react to the Mariners hiring Jason Kanzler as their new Manager, then Mike Florio joins the show to discuss the Seahawks injury situation with Sam Darnold, the …
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In the first hour, Dave Softy Mahler and Dick Fain react to the Mariners hiring Jason Kanzler as their new Manager, then Mike Florio joins the show to discuss the Seahawks injury situation with Sam Darnold, the Bears’ win Monday, the trade deadline, and more, then get Jackson’s Fact or Fiction pick before Kraken Head Coach Lane Lambert joins.
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Softy and Dick 11-4 Hour 2: Petros Papadakis Visit, Jason Kanzler Sound
In the second hour, Dave Softy Mahler is joined by Petros Papadakis to talk about the new College Football Playoff rankings, Disneyland, Huskies football, and Russell Wilson interviewing for the N.C. State head …
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In the second hour, Dave Softy Mahler is joined by Petros Papadakis to talk about the new College Football Playoff rankings, Disneyland, Huskies football, and Russell Wilson interviewing for the N.C. State head coaching job, then Dick Fain rejoins as they listen and react to new Mariners Manager Jason Kanzler’s first press conference at T-Mobile.
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Softy and Dick 11-4 Hour 3: Kevin Harlan, Fun with Audio, David Samson
In the third hour, Dave Softy Mahler chats with Kevin Harlan about the Bears’ win over the Seahawks on Monday, Seattle’s issues, referees, and more NFL news, then Dick Fain rejoins the show to discuss Dan …
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In the third hour, Dave Softy Mahler chats with Kevin Harlan about the Bears’ win over the Seahawks on Monday, Seattle’s issues, referees, and more NFL news, then Dick Fain rejoins the show to discuss Dan Wilson’s Managerial tenure, have Fun with Audio, then David Samson discusses the Mariners hiring Jason Kanzler as the new Manager.
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Softy and Dick 11-3 Hour 1: Seahawks Loss, Fact or Fiction, Kanzler Hired
In the first hour, Dave Softy Mahler and Dick Fain discuss the Seahawks loss to the Bears on Monday Night Football, the offensive issues across the board, where blame goes, the bigger picture of the loss in …
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In the first hour, Dave Softy Mahler and Dick Fain discuss the Seahawks loss to the Bears on Monday Night Football, the offensive issues across the board, where blame goes, the bigger picture of the loss in regards to the season and NFC, plus we get a Fact or Fiction pick and talk about the Mariners hiring Jason Kanzler as their Manager.
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Softy and Dick 11-3 Hour 2: Hugh Millen on Seahawks’ Loss, QB Concerns
In the second hour, Dave Softy Mahler and Dick Fain chat with Hugh Millen about the Seahawks loss to the Bears on Monday Night Football, the offensive problems, what holes the team still has after last night …
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In the second hour, Dave Softy Mahler and Dick Fain chat with Hugh Millen about the Seahawks loss to the Bears on Monday Night Football, the offensive problems, what holes the team still has after last night, the questionable penalties, the mistakes made by Sam Darnold, the absence of Uchenna Nwosu, and Jeffery Simmons’ huge impact.
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Softy and Dick 11-3 Hour 3: Jon Wilner, Seahawks O-line, Brian Schmetzer
In the third hour, Dave Softy Mahler and Dick Fain chat with Jon Wilner about UW’s big win at Nebraska, their quarterback situation, Penn State ahead, and bowl arrangements then they talk about a pro-rel system …
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In the third hour, Dave Softy Mahler and Dick Fain chat with Jon Wilner about UW’s big win at Nebraska, their quarterback situation, Penn State ahead, and bowl arrangements then they talk about a pro-rel system in college football and the Seahawks offensive line issues before Brian Schmetzer joins the guys to discuss the Sounders’ loss and LAFC.
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Softy and Dick 11-3 Hour 4: Husky Honks on Nebraska Win & QB Changes
In the fourth hour, Dave Softy Mahler is joined by Mario Bailey and Greg Lewis for The Husky Honks as the guys react to the comeback win over Nebraska, the quarterback change and flip flopping moves by Jedd …
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In the fourth hour, Dave Softy Mahler is joined by Mario Bailey and Greg Lewis for The Husky Honks as the guys react to the comeback win over Nebraska, the quarterback change and flip flopping moves by Jedd Fisch, Chris Lawson’s big game and key plays, UW’s defensive performance, committing to the run game, and the remaining schedule.
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Softy and Dick 11-2 Hour 1: Hawks vs Bears, Kurt Warner, UW Win
In the first hour, Dave Softy Mahler and Dick Fain look ahead to tonight’s Seahawks game against the Bears across the street at Lumen Field and the magnitude of it, then Kurt Warner - Hall of Famer and Westwood …
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In the first hour, Dave Softy Mahler and Dick Fain look ahead to tonight’s Seahawks game against the Bears across the street at Lumen Field and the magnitude of it, then Kurt Warner - Hall of Famer and Westwood One Broadcaster - joins the show from the booth at Lumen to preview the game, then discuss UW’s comeback win over Nebraska.
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Softy and Dick 11-2 Hour 2: Hugh Millen on Hawks-Bears; BRCGM
In the second hour, Dave Softy Mahler and Dick Fain are joined by Hugh Millen, who previews tonight’s Seahawks-Bears game including Caleb Williams, Seattle’s run game and their receiver depth, plus UW’s win in …
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In the second hour, Dave Softy Mahler and Dick Fain are joined by Hugh Millen, who previews tonight’s Seahawks-Bears game including Caleb Williams, Seattle’s run game and their receiver depth, plus UW’s win in Nebraska, their quarterback situation and the run game, then the BRC Golden Moment features an angry Nebraska fan after the loss.
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Softy and Dick 10-30: Nebraska, Hugh Millen, Lee Sterling, Fun with Audio
In the first hour, Dick Fain and Jackson Felts revisit the Huskies’ extensive history with Nebraska ahead of tomorrow’s game in Lincoln, then Hugh Millen joins to break down Monday night’s Seahawks vs Bears …
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In the first hour, Dick Fain and Jackson Felts revisit the Huskies’ extensive history with Nebraska ahead of tomorrow’s game in Lincoln, then Hugh Millen joins to break down Monday night’s Seahawks vs Bears game and key line matchups coming after a major trades by each team this week, plus Caleb Williams’ extensive skills, then we get the last Fact or Fiction pick of the week before Lee Sterling shares his best football bets for the weekend ahead, and finally wrap their show by having Wisconsin-y Fun with Audio.
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