The Ian Furness Show

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Furness Show 11-4: Seahawks trade, Cougar talk and John Lund Nov 04, 2025

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The Seahawks made a trade, and Ian describes what it says to him about where the team stands and what they need right now. He is taking some positivity from the moves they didn't make. Hugh Millen reacted to the news today with MJ and we take a listen back to it. Ian has a lot of confidence in the Seahawks as they move forward. This move shows positive signs. Cougar Roundtable with Alex Brink and Mkristo Bruce! The guys chop up the disappointment we saw in Corvallis this weekend from the Cougs. What's going on with the offense and Zevi Eckhaus? Cougar Roundtable continues with Brink and MK's breakdown WSU's offense - is the quarterback of the future on the roster right now? What does the development of the team look like in the near future and how important is a bowl game? John Lund, Unleashed! John gives us the latest state of the 49ers right now, and we take a look at the NFC West, as well as the conference as a whole. We check the text line, Jess picks in Fact or Fiction and finally, we talk with Softy and a special guest!

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Furness Show 11-3: Hugh Millen and Mike Sando Nov 03, 2025

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Hugh Millen joins Ian for Hardcore Football! What does this team look like without Ernest Jones IV after he suffered a knee injury yesterday? Hugh tells us what the defense might look like for the near future and gives us some insights on Riq Woolen and Devin Witherspoon. Hugh also gives us an in depth breakdown of the defense as it looks right now and schematically in the near future. Hugh Millen continues with Ian to discuss Sam Darnold and what this quarterback has to offer in the wake of the Geno Smith departure via trade. Hugh sees a rejuvenation in Darnold and breaks down what he's seen, from last night through the beginning of the season. Hugh gives his final thoughts on the Seahawks' offense and the surprise up commence of Tory Horton. He also breaks down the offensive line. Mike Sando, The Athletic joins Ian for the first time this season as we kiss the baseball season goodbye. He discusses the Seahawks' domination over Washington in primetime last night. What went right for the Seahawks and what's going wrong with the Commanders? Mike also handicaps the NFC, and the parity is across the board. We take a trip around the league to examine the headlines in the NFL. We hit The Daily Power Play, check the text, get in a fact or fiction pick and talk to Softy!

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Furness Show 10-31: Greg Cosell, Jarran Reed and Rob Rang Oct 31, 2025

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Greg Cosell, NFL Films tells us what the tape says on the first half of the Seahawks season. Who stands out and what are some reasonable expectations for the second half? Plus, a look at the Seahawks' matchup with the Commanders in primetime on Sunday Night Football this weekend. Jarran Reed, Seahawks Defensive Tackle sits down with Ian to discuss the bye week and how his preparation changes with time and experience. He also talks about how the defense has evolved under Mike Macdonald and what he's seen from Byron Murphy's growth so far. Jarran also gives his perspective on Bobby Wagner as the Seahawks prepare to take on the Commanders on Sunday Night Football. Does primetime mean anything to the players? Not for Jarran. We do a quick Daily Power Play! Rob Rang, FOX Sports and BC Lions gives us his players to watch this college football weekend and the latest guys to jump off the page. What does the top of the NFL Draft look like as of now? Things may have shifted. Rob also discusses those in the college football game right now who we are most likely to see on Sundays. Ian makes his Fact or Fiction pick and finally, we talk to Softy.

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Furness Show 10-30: Brandon Funston, Corbin Smith, Shoulda Been the Ms Oct 30, 2025

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Ian reacts to the World Series game last night, while the Blue Jays now lead 3-2. Can we turn our blinders off? How would the Dodgers possibly be tired after sweeping the NLCS? Anders weighs in on why Toronto might be taxing this LA. The pain in Seattle is that it "should've been us" and it's painful. Corbin Smith, Emerald City Spectrum! Corbin gives us his assessment of the Seahawks in the first half of the season, and while he expected it to be at this point, he didn't expect them to get there the way they did. He previews the second half for the team and also gives his thoughts on whether the Seahawks might make mid-season moves and who would be the best fit. The Daily Power Play! Brandon Funston, The Athletic gives you all the information you need for your fantasy team as we kick off the unofficial start of the weekend! Ian pays tribute to a recently lost friend in Mike Gustafson. FACT OR FICTION! Crosstalk with Softy!

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Furness Show 10-29: Stewart Mandel and Mike Holmgren Oct 29, 2025

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There are records JSN is setting this year that might be overlooked. Ian was in Mike Macdonald's press conference today and shares what he learned. He tells us what Dan Quinn taught him when is comes to building relationships and how important that is. Stewart Mandel, The Athletic joins Ian to reassess where we are in college football. What will happen at LSU? And a dive into our region in the PNW. We get in a Daily Power Play! Mike Holmgren, The COACH! Coach joins Ian and gives his expertise on the importance of building relationships. maintaining them and why it's so important to a team. Coach shares stories you'll never hear anywhere else. Ian makes his Fact or Fiction pick and finally, we talk to Softy.

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Furness Show 10-28: Joe Sheehan, Cougar Roundtable, John Lund Oct 28, 2025

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Joe Sheehan, The Joe Sheehan Newsletter! Joe tells us his final thoughts on Dan Wilson as a manager following this historic season. He also talks about the insanity of last night's 18 inning game and the lengthy story he wrote about it. The Cougar Roundtable! Alex Brink and Mkristo Bruce join Ian to talk about a phenomenal Cougar win over Toledo. What did this game tell them after back-to-back long road trips in close losses to top 20 teams? Brink and MK continue to give their thoughts on the perseverance of this team this year and the job Jimmy Rogers has done thus far. Ian reflects on what Joe Sheehan had to say about the epic World Series game we saw last night and what it says about the managers and coaches did throughout an 18-inning marathon. Sometimes less scoring means a more intense game. John Lund, Pro Football Wire! John is more interested in the entire league than just the Niners these days. However, since San Fran is his expertise, he lets us inside on what's happening with the team right now. FACT OR FICTION! Jess roots to be wrong. Crosstalk with Softy!

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BYE WEEK SPECIAL with Hugh Millen and Greg Cosell Oct 27, 2025

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Ian let's Hugh Millen and Greg Cosell take the wheel when it comes to breaking down the first half of this Seahawks season - the guys start out on the defensive side of the ball and then dive into the offense.

45 minutes of non-stop, hardcore breakdown of the Seahawks thus far.

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Furness Show 10-27: Chris Crawford, Nathan Bishop, Hugh Millen and Greg Cosell Oct 27, 2025

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It's seven days after the Mariners exit the 2025 postseason. So, how do we classify this season in the bigger picture? It was a crazy weather weekend and Ian appreciates those who worked to get power restored. Mollywhop Monday! Chris Crawford and Nathan Bishop join us to describe this Mariners season as a whole, now that we're a week removed from the end of it. What does the future look like with the free agents hitting the market? The guys discuss the cost it will take to keep the upcoming free agents, as well as which young players are ready to make a move to the bigs. Finally a big thank you to the guys for an awesome season of coverage. Hardcore Football with Hugh Millen and Greg Cosell! Last week wasn't long enough to get everything in with these two guys, so we visit the Seahawks' offense as a whole as we're in the midst of the bye week right now. We check the texts, get in a Fact or Fiction pick, talk to Softy and get in a Daily Power Play!

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Furness Show 10-24: Greg Cosell, Hugh Millen, Danny O'Neil and Rob Rang Oct 24, 2025

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Greg Cosell and Hugh Millen join us for a special edition of Greg's regular Friday appearance to take a deep dive into the Seahawks defense and where they can focus during the bye week. Danny O'Neil, The Dang Apostrophe! Danny joins Ian to discuss the end of the Mariners' postgame run. Don't tell other people to 'get over it' when it comes to fanhood. Danny gives his thoughts on Dan Wilson's pitching choices in game 7 of the ALCS. The Daily Power Play! Rob Rang, FOX Sports and BC Lions joins Ian to give his predictions of the upcoming weekend in college football and who we should be watching. We take some texts from listeners. FACT OR FICTION!
Finally, we talk to Softy.

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Furness Show 10-23: Jerry Dipoto speaks, Eno Sarris and Brandon Funston Oct 23, 2025

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Ian refuses to talk about the NBA right now, but this story is a doozy. Chauncey Billups and Terry Rozier have been arrested in an FBI investigation into an illegal gambling ring. No problem talking about that.1:12 - We take a listen to a portion of Jerry Dipoto's postseason "press conference" today, which was actually a scrum. He was asked about the future of this team and what moves they could make in the offseason. What should we expect them to spend? Eno Sarris, The Athletic joins Ian to put a wrap on the Mariners' season. He talks about the decisions Dan Wilson made in game 7 and the overall take on the season. He's pretty optimistic about the Mariners' future going on from this season. The Daily Power Play! Brandon Funston, The Athletic kicks off the unofficial start of the weekend! He gets you ready for your fantasy matchups. Ian finishes up on the texts that have come through today. FACT OR FICTION! Finally, we talk to Softy.

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