Papa & Silver Podcast
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.
Episodes
In this episode, former Giants reliever George Kontos joins the show to share his insights on the team's bullpen and the upcoming season. He discusses the importance of staying healthy and playing fundamentally sound baseball, citing the Giants' strengths in pitching and defense. Kontos also talks about the need for a mix of relievers with different styles and the value of having a defined role. He shares his thoughts on the curren...
In this episode, Larry Krueger and FP Santangelo discuss the World Baseball Classic with special guest Ned Colletti, former general manager of the Giants and Dodgers. They dive into the tournament's success, with Italy's historic win and the passion of the Venezuelan team. Ned shares stories from behind the scenes, including the team's unity and chemistry, and how they overcame challenges to achieve their goal. The conversation als...
Hour 2: Silver & JD stick with the theme of today on how optimistic or concerned you are about the future of the Giants, Warriors, and 49ers. JD asks if the Niners are closer to the Warriors than we think based on this past season, and Silver explains why he believes the more apt comparison is between the 49ers and Giants. FP Santangelo joins the show to report on his three weeks in Scottsdale and the wide variety of personalit...
Hour 4: With Trent Williams due to be paid $10 million by tomorrow's deadline, Silver & JD revisit the ongoing contract negotiations and the potential impact on the team's offseason. They also weigh in on the Giants' pitching rotation, which has taken a hit with the news that Hayden Birdsong will undergo Tommy John surgery. The guys share their thoughts on the young players who will need to step up to fill the void. It's a must...
FP Santangelo joins the show to share his insights on the Giants' upcoming season. The conversation covers the team's spring training, with FP highlighting the importance of playing fundamentally sound baseball and the need to balance power and contact in the lineup. He also discusses the team's new manager, Tony Vitello, and the potential impact of players like Bryce Eldridge and Luisa Rise. With the season just around the corner,...
Hour 3: They guys continue to weigh in on the potential for each team to make a deep playoff run, with a focus on the Giants' young core and the Warriors' uncertain future. The conversation also touches on the NFL, with a discussion about the 49ers' offseason moves and the potential impact of Mike Evans on the team. Walter presents another version of "Take It or Leave It" to put Silver & JD on the spot to deliver rapid-fire tak...
Hour 1: On today's "Papa and Silver," JD joins the conversation about the young foundational pieces (or lack thereof) in Bay Area sports. The guys discuss the Warriors, Giants, and 49ers, exploring the optimism levels for each team's future. The discussion touches on the importance of foundational pieces, the impact of injuries, and the need for young talent. The guys also share texts from listeners, weighing in on the optimism lev...
San Francisco Giants broadcaster Dave Flemming joins Silver & JD live from the passenger seat while he and Jon Miller make their way to the broadcast booth ahead of Giants-Dodgers. From the World Baseball Classic to the upcoming season, Dave breaks down the key battles for roster spots and the importance of the bullpen. He also talks about the impact of Harrison Bader's addition and the potential of players like Luis Arraez, Ro...
NBC Sports Bay Area 49ers insider joins Silver & JD from Oklahoma City, where he eagerly awaits St. Mary's vs Texas A&M in the first round of the NCAA Tournament. Maiocco also shares his perspective on the 49ers' offseason strategy and why he believes that they are gearing up for the inevitable of having to break up this roster in the near future.
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Hour 3: Silver & JD wrap up a shortened show by playing a clip from the Bill Simmons podcast addressing the question of the most important three pointer of Steph Curry's career. With the Warriors set to face the Celtics later this afternoon, the guys address why they believe Game 4 of the 2022 NBA Finals reigns supreme for Curry and how it changed the narratives of his status among NBA greats.
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Hour 2: Silver & JD discuss the possibility of the 49ers bringing in Joey Bosa in the later stages of free agency and why the 49ers might hold onto Brandon Aiyuk for a petty-meets-petty situation. Dave Flemming joins the show to discuss the most enticing Giants heading into the season and why Jon Miller is the perfect person to sort out a parking situation.
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Hour 1: Silver & JD kick off Wednesday's show with Venezuela's 3-2 win over Team USA to capture the World Baseball Classic championship. The guys reflect on the difference between how Team USA approached this tournament versus what it meant to the other countries, and whether or not we should be bothered if Team USA didn't care as much as the rest of their opponents. Matt Maiocco also stops by to discuss his latest mock draft a...
In this episode, Brian Peacock joins the Sports Leader to break down the 49ers' offseason moves. He shares his thoughts on the team's free agency signings, including Christian Kirk and Mike Evans, and how they address the team's needs. Brian discusses the potential impact of these additions on the team's draft strategy and how it might affect their approach to selecting players. He also touches on the importance of addressing the t...
In this episode, Marcus Thompson joins the show to discuss the Warriors' future. Marcus shares his thoughts on Steph Curry's potential to play into his 40s, citing his dad Dell's 16-year career as a prime example. They dive into the team's plans for next season, including the possibility of bringing back Porzingis and the importance of finding players who can fill in for injured stars. Marcus also weighs in on the Warriors' draft p...
In this episode of Papa and Silver on the Sports Leader, JD fills in with Greg Silver the to discuss the latest sports news. The conversation starts with a humorous take on the "Tim curse," where host Papa shares his skepticism about taking advice from Tim Webb's Tuesday Takes in Trivia. The discussion then shifts to the NFL, with a focus on the 49ers and their recent signing of Mike Evans. JD shares his insights on the team's cult...
In this episode of Papa and Silver, JD and Silver discuss the San Francisco 49ers' offseason moves, specifically the signing of Christian Kirk and its potential impact on Ricky Pearsall's future with the team. They weigh the pros and cons of trading Pearsall, considering his injury history and the team's need for a more reliable receiver. The conversation also touches on the Warriors' plans for the upcoming season, including their ...
Papa and Silver with JD filling in discuss the San Francisco 49ers' offseason moves with expert Brian Peacock from the Locked On 49ers NFL Six Pack podcast. They dive into the team's free agency signings, including Christian Kirk and Mike Evans, and how they're addressing their needs. The guys also discuss the upcoming NFL Draft and potential picks, including edge rushers and offensive linemen. They weigh in on the 49ers' chances o...
Hour 1: Silver & JD pick up from the Warriors' win last night over the Washington Wizards, in which Kristaps Porzingis scored 30 points and added 5 rebounds, 4 assists, 3 blocks and 2 steals. While the Washington Wizards aren't exactly known as a formidable opponent, Porzingis showcased the skillset Warriors fans have been waiting to see since he was acquired at the trade deadline. Can he be a major factor next season? What typ...
Hour 4: The guys discuss the latest NFL news, including the 49ers signing Christian Kirk to a one-year, six million dollar contract. They also dive into the World Baseball Classic, where Team Italy is making a strong run, and the NCAA tournament, including bracket talk and the Arizona Wildcats' chances in the tournament. The guys share their predictions and discuss the excitement of the NCAA tournament, with its unpredictable upset...
Hour 3: Silver & Krueger revisit who's still available on the free agent market and which players make the most sense for the 49ers to add as late signings. The guys assess the pros and cons of a player like Joey Bosa, who had a productive year in Buffalo but has also been impacted by injuries throughout his 10-year career. Dieter Kurtenbach joins the show for a well-rounded discussion on Trent Williams, Bryce Eldridge, and the...
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