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The Ian Furness Show
Hosted by Seattle's Sports Radio 950 KJR (KJR-AM) · EN
Full Hours and Interviews from the The Ian Furness show, which airs every day from 1pm-3pm on 950 KJR in Seattle.
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Furness Show 3-24: Joe Sheehan, Mariners TV Situation, NBA Vote
Mar 2400:35:34Tap to summarizeWhere do we watch the Mariners this weekend? They're all over the place when it comes to viewing. How are you feeling about the potential return of the NBA to Seattle, with a vote announcement coming tomorrow? Ian, Anders and Jess share their thoughts. We can agree that we are confident in this next step. Joe Sheehan, The Joe Sheehan Newsletter shares his thoughts on the new way of televised broadcast in MLB. Joe shares his thoughts on the best teams in each division in the AL. He also takes a deep dive into the stars on the Mariners' roster, as well as the AL West. We Check in on the Texts and Talkbacks!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Transcribe →Furness Show 3-23: Mollywhop Monday, NBA Expansion Update, JSN Extension
Mar 2301:13:27Tap to summarizeWe check in on our brackets - how great is the NCAA tournament? What are the circumstances for teams that pay a ton of money to make it as a one and done in the dance? The Seahawks are set at wide receiver. We also have news on the Climate Pledge Arena ownership group, as Samantha Holloway will become majority owner. Mollywhop Monday! Chris Crawford and Nathan Bishop join Ian to preview opening day and the season ahead of us. The guys have confidence in the 2026 season, which according to Nathan, feels a lot closer to reality than we've heard in the past. How does this feel as a 'most anticipated season' compared to years' passed? Also, how are we all going to figure out how to watch this team on TV? We finish things off with Chris and Nathan to discuss our expectations for the Mariners this season. Nathan is high on their potential to with back to back AL West Championships, but doesn't see it to be quite as thrilling as 2025. Chris doesn't have expectations, he has demands - and that is to go to the World Series. The guys tell us what the team means to them. Ian shares what opening day in baseball means to him. We may be on the precipice of big news when it comes to the Sonics' return. Tod Leiweke spoke this morning about Samantha Holloway's takeover as majority owner of Climate Pledge Arena and speculate on what it means as we look ahead to the NBA press conference we'll hear this Wednesday. Checking in on the Talkbacks and Texts! Crosstalk with Softy!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Transcribe →Furness Show 3-18: Greg Cosell, Lack of NBA Excitement, Cal WBC Struggles
Mar 1801:11:34Tap to summarizeAs we inch closer to a possible expansion announcement in the NBA, why does it feel like the excitement level is tame? Greg Cosell from NFL Films joins the show to talk about the upcoming RB class in the NFL Draft. Daily Power Play. Is there a chance Cal Raleigh takes his WBC struggles to the MLB regular season? Checking the talkbacks and texts on the Tacoma Dodge textline. Softy joins for cross talk.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Transcribe →Furness Show 3-17: 2026 Bracketology Show with Gary Parrish
Mar 1701:15:30Tap to summarizeIt's our annual Bracketology show! Gary Parrish from CBS Sports joins to talk about if the committee got the field of 68 correct. Gary and Ian go through the East, South, and West regions. Who looks most likely to make the final 4? How do the Zags look? Daily Power Play. Gary rejoins to talk about the Midwest region, can anyone threaten Michigan or Iowa State? John Lund joins Ian as they chat about the start of the NFL season starting on a Wednesday, the NBA expansion news, and more. Softy joins for cross talk.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Transcribe →Furness Show 3-16: NBA Expansion News, Mollywhop Monday, Daily Power Play
Mar 1601:10:16Tap to summarizeIan gives his thoughts on the most recent update regarding NBA expansion to Seattle. Mollywhop Monday with Nathan Bishop and Chris Crawford: they give their thoughts on the NBA news, the WBC, and more! Daily Power Play after a massive Kraken back-to-back W. Gary Parrish gives his thoughts as someone who is plugged in to the NBA in Memphis, and what the NBA product is like now. We hear your talkbacks and read your texts regarding the NBA news, does this newest update mean anything to you? Softy joins for cross talk.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Transcribe →Furness Show 3-13: Danny O'Neil and Gary Parrish
Mar 1301:15:13Tap to summarizeLive from the Golf Show! Ian discusses what's going on in NFL free agency and the Seahawks - what they've done and what they haven't. He still believes in John and Macdonald. Danny O'Neil, The Dang Apostrophe! Danny tells us his thoughts on the Seahawks post-Super Bowl moves and we draw from his experience covering them. We also take some humor from the WBC controversy between Cal Raleigh and Randy Arozarena. Finally, we preview what's to come in the NCAA Tournament. In The Daily Power Play Lane Lambert was big mad with his team last night and we hear from him. Gary Parrish, CBS Sports joins Ian for the day before the day before bracket reveal! He shares his crazy travel experience this week and then we get into his bracket predictions. John Baginley, Callaway Golf joins Ian live from the Golf Show! The two reconnect over their high school days together and John shares his golf expertise for those that partake in the game (of which there are many in this region). Finally, we talk to Dick Fain.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Transcribe →Furness Show 3-12: Corbin Smith on Free Agency
Mar 1200:23:01Tap to summarizeIn this episode, Ian and Corbin dive into the Seattle Seahawks' busy free agency period. They discuss the team's moves, including the signing of running back Emmanuel Wilson and the loss of Super Bowl MVP, Kenneth Walker III. Corbin shares his insights on the Seahawks' strategy and the impact of these decisions on the team's roster. They also touch on the draft, discussing the potential for the Seahawks to address their needs in the upcoming draft.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Transcribe →Furness Show 3-10: Girl Scout Cookies, Cal and Randy Drama? Seahawks in Free Agency
Mar 1001:14:30Tap to summarizeGirls Scouts are out in full force and Ian got hit three times out of three. Jess brought in cookies and Ian laments not bringing in the ones he acquired. Geno Smith is going back to the Jets and we try to diagnose what happened there. Are the Seahawks better, worse or the same as they stand right now? We take a listen to what Hugh Millen had to say to MJ earlier today. How comfortable or uncomfortable are we with the departure of Kenneth Walker? What actually happened between Cal Raleigh and Randy Arozarena yesterday? Cal spoke to the Seattle media today and said this isn't a big deal - Randy is his brother. This might just be a 'WWE style grab-ass" situation. The Daily Power Play! How do the Seahawks fill the void of Kenneth Walker III? The Seahawks aren't as good without him and Ian ponders what allowed the Seahawks NOT to reinvest in him. There's a lot more positivity after the re-signing of Rashid Shaheed. John Lund, Unleashed and Westwood One joins Ian to break down what's going on in NFL free agency from an NFC West perspective. He breaks down the moves made by the Niners, the Rams and of course, the Seahawks. We finish up the rest of your talkbacks. Crosstalk with Softy!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Transcribe →Furness Show 3-6: Kraken Trade Deadline, Danny O'Neil, Gary Parrish
Mar 1001:19:24Tap to summarizeDanny O'Neil, The Dang Apostrophe! Danny is on the outskirts of a Law & Order episode, but there's more to get to. We start with the World Baseball Classic and why it's cool. Is it better to have it or not, when it comes to the potential detriment to MLB? Danny also wants every Seahawks fan to know that everything will be ok when the team loses players in free agency. He tells us why. We delve into Seattle's free agents and who will garner what on the open market, PLUS, those who left and came back. Ian is live at Kraken HQ and updates us on what they've done at the NHL trade deadline. The Daily Power Play! Jordan Eberle sits down with Ian to discuss the contract extension he signed today. Why is Seattle a place people want to be? Jordan tells all. Gary Parrish, CBS Sports joins us for his first MARCH appearance in 2026! In a year where the NFL took over our first few months with a Seahawks' Super Bowl, it's pretty awesome to have the NCAA Tournament right around the corner! Gary tells us who to watch and why. Plus, a preview of Selection Sunday. Checking in on the Text Line! Crosstalk with Softy!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Transcribe →Furness Show 3-9
Mar 901:17:59Tap to summarizeIan takes you through what's happened in 'legal tampering' so far as it pertains to the Seahawks and the NFC West. Hugh Millen joins us to take a deep dive into what's actually happening right now, plus his own experience being traded to a previous Super Bowl winning team (Patriots to Cowboys). BREAKING: Boye Mafe is on his way to Cincinnati and Hugh reacts. Hugh also goes through the other Seahawks players who have signed elsewhere. Hugh continues with Ian to take a look ahead at the Seahawks draft, in a year they currently only have one day three pick. What can we expect from Tory Horton health-wise? We bring you The Daily Power Play! Gregg Bell, Tacoma News Tribune tells us what he's seeing in the 'Super Bowl Tax' attrition during the first day of legal tampering. John Schneider has proven himself time and time again when it comes to managing the talent and salary cap. We listen to your talkbacks, read your texts and finally, talk to Softy.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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