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Silvi Knows John Clayton Part 2 - NFL Signings Mar 18, 2020

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With all the NFL signings and the comings and goings of the Seahawks, we called on John Clayton for another week of analysis on the Silvi Knows podcast. The Seahawks bring back a former first round pick in linebacker Bruce Irvin, which should bolster an already stacked linebacking corps. Clayton gives us his opinion of the Irvin signing right off the top of the podcast and follows that up with the latest on prized defensive end Jadeveon Clowney (2:30). The Hawks also signed former Steelers guard and center BJ Finney. Does that make current center Justin Britt expendable (620) and are the Hawks looking for a running back (9:20)? Clayton also talks about the effect of Tom Brady signing with Tampa Bay (10:00) and with Arizona signing DeAndre Hopkins and a few other notable players, is the NFC West the strongest division in football (12:20)? Lastly, how will the Corona Virus crisis effect teams preparing for the upcoming NFL season (15:00) and will it have a lesser effect on veteran teams (16:20)? John Clayton helps us sort it all out on this week's Silvi Knows podcast.

Silvi Knows John Clayton Mar 10, 2020

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When it comes to football in the Northwest, no one knows it better than John Clayton. From his days covering the Seahawks for the Tacoma News Tribune to his present-day radio show on 710 ESPN Seattle, Clayton has been the source for NFL news and all things Seahawks for over three decades. With NFL free agency on the horizon and the draft closing fast, the timing was right to have Clayton on the Silvi Knows podcast.

He gives his thoughts on prized free agent Jadeveon Clowney (1:10), as well as Seahawks defensive tackle Jarran Reed (2:30) and what about right tackle Germain Ifedi (6:00)? Clayton also weighs in on new tight end Greg Olsen who comes to the Seahawks from Carolina (7:50) and the future of fellow tight end Luke Willson (9:00). While there are lots of questions surrounding the Seahawks, we also talk to John about Tom Brady (15:00), his thoughts on the new CBA (20:00) and why Russell Wilson and Bobby Wagner are urging players to reject it (22:00). Insight as only John Clayton can bring it on the Silvi Knows podcast.

Silvi Knows WSU head football coach Nick Rolovich and Athletic Director Pat Chun Mar 02, 2020

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Washington State head football coach Nick Rolovich will get the first good look at his football team when the Cougars open spring practice March 27th. Rolovich and Athletic Director Pat Chun join us on the Silvi Knows podcast to talk about the football team and new athletic facilities under construction on the WSU campus. Both men talk about the transition from the Mike Leach era and the steps that went into hiring Rolovich (1:10). Rolovich gives us some insight on his personality like his love for hats (4:40). He also talks about the Cougs' quarterback situation (8:00) a clock to be installed which will count down to Apple Cup (9:20), and also his own playing career which took him overseas to the World Football League and indoors to the Arena Football League (12:00). Lastly, Rolovich talks about "Cougar Madness" which is a social media bracket set up like March Madness, but instead of fans picking winning teams, they will be voting on the best Cougar football games of all time (17:40). Chun enlightens us on future plans to retire numbers of some of the great athletes and coaches in WSU history (10:30) and the 10 million dollar renovation to the baseball stadium (14:20) as well as plans for an indoor football facility. We cover a lot of ground in a short period of time on this edition of the Silvi Knows podcast.

Silvi Knows Mariners Pitchers: Gonzales, Walker, Graveman, Sheffield and Dunn Feb 25, 2020

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After spending some time with the Mariners at spring training, it's easy to see why there's some excitement around the young core of players coming up through the organization. That core of players includes some promising young pitchers who may make the final 26-man roster. The starting rotation is taking shape early in camp, led by number one starter Marco Gonzales. We talked to Gonzales as well as four other pitchers who are favored to earn a spot in the rotation. On the latest Silvi Knows podcast, you'll hear from each of the pitchers as we let you in on their mindset as they not only compete for a roster spot, but as they approach another challenging season as the team continues to grow and gain experience. Taijuan Walker (1:48) and Justin Dunn (6:38) are likely competing for the job of 5th starter. We also talked to 23 year-old Justus Sheffield (13:00) who has been penciled in as the fourth starter. Kendall Graveman was the Opening Day starter for the Oakland A's in 2017 and 2018, but is coming off Tommy John surgery to compete for the third spot in the Mariners' starting rotation. Graveman talks about the perspective he gained during his year away from baseball, rehabbing for a comeback (17:00). We wrap it up with Gonzales (22:00) who was the Mariners' workhorse last season, pitching over 200 innings and winning 16 games. His own manager, Scott Servais, said that was tough to do for a team that finished last in the AL West with just 68 wins. How much pressure is on the staff to keep the Mariners in contention this season? Take a listen to the Silvi Knows podcast.

Silvi Knows: Heather Tarr, Washington Huskies Softball Coach Feb 13, 2020

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Heather Tarr has been part of the Washington Huskies athletic program for nearly three decades, both as a player and a tremendously successful head coach of the softball program. She led the Huskies to a national championship in 2009, her first year as head coach. Tarr joins us on the Silvi Knows podcast to not only talk about her current team, but about all the keys to the program's success and why she hopes to stay at Washington her entire career (7:00). From coaching on the staff of Team USA at the upcoming Tokyo Olympics (10:00), to coaching with her husband J.T. (13:40), Tarr shares some great stories from her career including her bucket list moment at Williamsport, PA (25:35). She also weighs in on baseball's sign-stealing controversy and the similar problems she's had to deal with in her own sport (15:32). We also talk about some funny off-the-field experiences like her and her husband's Halloween costume (32:00), her attempt at winning a chili cook-off (33:40), her specialty as a baker (27:50) and even training her cat to do tricks (36:15). That's all this week on the Silvi Knows podcast.

Silvi Knows: Steve Hutchinson, Walter Jones, Seattle Sports Stars Feb 07, 2020

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The 85th edition of the Seattle Sports Star of the Year show gave Chris Egan and I the opportunity to talk to some of the candidates up for the various awards as well as other well known athletes and celebrities attending the event. On this week's edition of the Silvi Knows podcast, newest Pro Football Hall of Famer Steve Hutchinson talks about his election to the Hall as well as mending his relationship with the Seahawks after his departure in free agency (26:00). Fellow Hall of Famer Walter Jones also joins us for a few, fun moments (32:20). Seahawks general manager John Schneider and his wife Traci talk to us about their work in the community (33:30). We also take a shot and ask John who he will take in the first round of the NFL draft. Cougars running back Max Borghi (1:00) talks about his career, new head coach Nick Rolovich and even his placekicking skills. Rolovich also joins us to talk about the challenges ahead in Pullman (45:00). Storm guard Jordin Canada reflects on last season and gives us her heartfelt thoughts about the passing of NBA legend Kobe Bryant (5:40). We talk rugby with Seattle Seawolves star and league MVP Brad Tucker (11:00), Cougars soccer star Morgan Weaver (16:00) former Husky Spencer Hawes (21:00) and 17 year-old Olympian Nevin Harrison (38:20) who is the first American to win a world championship in sprint canoeing.

Silvi Knows: Oliver Luck, XFL Commissioner Feb 03, 2020

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Now that the NFL season is officially over, the XFL is ready to launch its inaugural season which kicks off February 8th. The Seattle Dragons open their schedule in Washington DC against the Defenders. The new spring football league has been building for this moment over the last two years and commissioner Oliver Luck has helped lead the charge. Luck joins us on the Silvi Knows podcast to talk about why he thinks this second coming of the XFL will have success and longevity. Seattle is leading the way in ticket sales, which is no surprise to Luck (5:00). The commissioner offers his thoughts on the league's rules which vary in ways from traditional NFL rules. The XFL rules were developed to increase kickoff returns (13:00) and speed-up games (15:00). Luck also explains innovative rules introduced for point-after-attempts which won't involve placekickers (16:00). I personally like the XFL's approach to playing overtime periods (18:00). Luck is also a big fan of Dragons head coach and Seahawks great Jim Zorn (25:00). It's all things XFL with commissioner Oliver Luck on this week's Silvi Knows podcast.

Silvi Knows: Mariners Manager Scott Servais Jan 23, 2020

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Mariners manager Scott Servais is entering his fifth season in Seattle, but he has no idea what to expect from what is currently the youngest team in Major League Baseball. General Manager Jerry Dipoto calls last season and this season "step-back" seasons. The organization has jettisoned most of its big contracts and plans on playing and developing its younger players. Servais joins the Silvi Knows podcast this week to talk about the upcoming season, one that will begin without Mitch Haniger. Servais talks about the temporary loss of his star outfielder (1:00) and also about the M's talented prospects (4:00) including Kyle Lewis and stud pitcher Logan Gilbert. Mariners fans will get to know all about the pitchers and position players through the eyes of Servais, including number one starter Marco Gonzales and Yusei Kikuchi (8:00). Where does last year's lone Mariners All Star Daniel Vogelbach fit into the lineup, since Evan White seems to have first base all locked up (13:30)? The Mariners also took a page from the book of Seahawks quarterback Russell Wilson, bringing in a mental conditioning coach to address the team (14:30). We wrap up the podcast with Scott's opinions on the sign-stealing scandal (19:00) and the experimentation of electronic umpires at spring training (21:00).

Silvi Knows: Trevor Moawad - Mental Conditioning Consultant Jan 15, 2020

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Trevor Moawad is a highly regarded mental conditioning consultant who grew up in Tacoma and graduated from Charles Wright Academy. In this area, he's best known for working with Seahawks quarterback Russell Wilson, but Moawad has also worked with some of college football's top programs as well as in the military with U.S. Army Special Forces. Moawad joins the Silvi Knows podcast this week to discuss a new business he formed with Wilson, who wrote the forward to Moawad's new book, "It Takes What It Takes" (5:00). In the podcast, Moawad talks about minimalizing negativity and learning how to think neutrally (9:00). He has worked with Wilson for eight years and says every free moment Wilson has, he's working on his body (13:00). Moawad says he has never seen an individual spend as much time in one building (Seahawks headquarters) than Wilson. Moawad talks about the effect Wilson's daily workload has on his family, including his wife Ciara and their children (20:30). What about players at the college level? How do they handle crushing defeats, like when the Cougars blew a 32-point lead and lost 67-63 (23:00). What about the Seahawks' last-second loss to the Patriots in Super Bowl 49 (35:30)? Moawad talks specifically about those two events and says the key to recovery is in the mindset. Lastly, most of us talk about setting goals and striving to achieve those goals. Moawad suggests it might be better to ask yourself what you can't do to improve, rather than what you can do.

Silvi Knows: NBA Broadcaster Kevin Calabro Dec 20, 2019

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Whenever you hear Kevin Calabro's voice over the airwaves, it's easy to conclude he's probably courtside at an NBA game. He's currently in his fourth season broadcasting games for the Portland Trailblazers, but in the Seattle area, he's best known as the longtime voice of the Sonics. Calabro joins us on the Silvi Knows podcast to talk a whole lot of NBA, from the current Blazers (16:00), to his days with the Sonics and the always quotable George Karl (30:00). Calabro often gets credit for giving Sonics great Shawn Kemp his Reign Man nickname, but he sets the record straight (40:00). It's been a long time since Calabro started his broadcasting career calling minor league hockey games in Indiana (3:00), but it was that Checkers team that gave him his first paid broadcasting job and helped lead him to tell us some humorous stories from back in the day, including a stint as an overnight disc jockey (10:30). Calabro is one of the best in the business. He is grateful to be working for the Blazers organization and owner Jody Allen and always thankful for the opportunity afforded him by the late Paul Allen (54:30). Will Calabro ever see a day when an NBA team returns to Seattle (36:45)? That's just one of the many topics we cover on this edition of the Silvi Knows podcast.

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