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No. 87: Peter Hartlaub, pop culture critic for the San Francisco Chronicle Jan 25, 2017

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Such a fun podcast with Peter Hartlaub, the pop culture critic for the San Francisco Chronicle. In case you don't know Hartlaub knows about all things San Francisco and Bay Area and he shared some awesome stories with Sal and Steiny.

Hartlaub, born and raised in San Francisco, has been a 49ers season-ticket holder for his whole life and he shares his perspective on Candlestick Park, the Joe Montana years and how he's feeling now.

He also shares his love for former Golden State Warriors owner Franklin Meuli, who is a big reason the Golden State Warriors are the Golden State Warriors. While the move to San Francisco is bittersweet, Hartlaub gives tremendous insight and perspective into the team and their arena history.

And so much more ...

No. 86: Jed York and his relationship with Bay Area media; Warriors' fans at a crossroads with their franchise Jan 03, 2017

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The 49ers are a hot mess right now, which they've pretty much been since Jim Harbaugh and the team "mutually parted ways."

The only thing worse than the 49ers' situation might be owner Jed York's relationship with the Bay Area media. Simply put, there is no relationship there. Sal and Steiny talk about how York despises the Bay Area media and the Bay Area media despises York. It's obvious anytime you watch an interaction.

And how about this ... The Golden State Warriors are so good that nobody really seems to care. It almost feels like interest in the Warriors has never been lower. Warrior fans expect this team and expect this team to win almost all of the time. For a fanbase that has long been known as ultra-passionate, the base is pretty mellow these days.

Sal also talks about his discomfort with being in an uncomfortable situation.

No. 85: Warriors blow late lead against Cavs; Derek Carr suffers season-ending injury; 49ers get a win; Holiday cheer Dec 26, 2016

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They say you're supposed to take stock of all the positives in your life around the holidays. And surely Sal and Steiny do a lot of that during this podcast. But there's a touch of gray in the good vibes because of the injury to the Raiders' quarterback Derek Carr and the Warriors loss to the Cleveland Cavaliers.

Carr, an MVP candidate, suffered a season-ending leg injury over the weekend and will not be quarterbacking the Raiders in the postseason. It's devastating news for a team making its first playoff appearance since 2002.

As for the Warriors, they just suffered a defeat, but they don't suffer many of them. And they certainly don't lose a lot of games where they're leading by 14 points with fewer than 10 minutes remaining. But that's what they did and it's not easy for Warriors fans to swallow.

For the time being, the Cavs have the Warriors' number.

No. 84: Raiders clinch playoffs; Derek Carr and Stephen Curry; Getting worse for Jed York; Warriors being taken for granted Dec 19, 2016

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The Oakland Raiders are in the playoffs, my friends, and that in and of itself is big news. The Raiders haven't been to the postseason since 2002, and they were led there by third-year quarterback Derek Carr.

Carr is becoming a superstar and the similarities between he and Stephen Curry are glaring. The boys talk about that and also how the Golden State Warriors have now set a standard of excellence that has become overlooked. This team is great and nobody seems to be appreciating them.

The 49ers stink, and Jed York is under fire. There are reports he could be stripped of his power by Dr. John York, the owner of the team. But York told the media this past weekend that that reports are untrue.

Lastly, how long is too long to stand in line to mail presents back east to your family?

No. 83: Draymond Green and the Warriors; Jed York and the 49ers; the Northern California drought, more Dec 14, 2016

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Sal and Steiny took a little junket to Pacific Coast Brewing Company and talked a lot of Warriors, plenty of Jed York and the 49ers and the California drought. Is it over? The boys also spent a lot of time talking about Draymond Green, who is not only a fascinating player but a fascinating person.

Sal's been a 49ers fan since he was a kid, most of you know. He's enduring his first 1-12 season that he can remember anyway. So, what's Jed York going to do at the end of the season. And perhaps a more important question: What does Jed York say to himself when he looks himself in the mirror?

Is there still a drought with all this rain?

No 82: Oakland has devastating fire, Oakland sports team help. Klay has record night. Dec 07, 2016

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Matt and Sal discuss how the horrible Oakland fire that devastated several families. Oakland sports teams have helped with donations. The Raiders and the Warriors are playing very well. Klay had a record night at Oracle. Charles Barkley is being Charles Barkley.

No. 81: Warriors improve to 16-2 and clear another hurdle on way to San Francisco; Raiders a legitimate Super Bowl contender Dec 01, 2016

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Admit it, you missed us.

Sal and Steiny have been busy these past few weeks but we're back -- and better than ever. In Episode No. 81, the boys talk about the Golden State Warriors, a team that hardly ever loses. As of podcast time, the Warriors had won 12 in a row and already had the best record in the league at 16-2.

In other words, they're rolling. Hard to imagine but Kevin Durant may be better than advertised and Draymond Green has become an absolute menace. Is there anyone out there who can beat the Warriors?

Another conversation point was the new San Francisco Arena, which cleared another hurdle recently. The Warriors believe very strongly they'll have a new arena in San Francisco by 2019, and Castaneda asks the simple question: Is that a good thing?

Oh, and don't sleep on the Oakland Raiders, who are 9-2 and lead the AFC West. In case you're keeping track, the best team in the NFL and the best team in the NBA may very well reside in Oaktown.

No. 80: The Warriors start 8-2; The Raiders are rolling; The 49ers are the opposite of rolling Nov 15, 2016

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It's been a minute, as the kids say, since Sal and Steiny put out a podcast. Well, the boys have been busy -- real busy. But they got together to talk about a Bay Area sports scene that is alive.

The Warriors have gotten off to a terrific start despite too much consternation, worry, and concern. They're 8-2 and remain the favorites to win it all. Kevin Durant is fitting in beautifully and Steph Curry is still Steph Curry. Some Warriors fans just don't get it. What's happening here is special. it wasn't always like this.

The Raiders head off to Mexico City and are in complete control of their playoff destiny. And Sal and Steiny are thinking tailgate ... soon after.

In other news, the 49ers still are lousy, despite keeping a game against the Arizona Cardinals pretty close. Jeez, that's how far they've fallen? Well, yes it is. And to top it all off, Colin Kaepernick may just re-prove he's a legit NFL quarterback and walk right out the door.

No. 79: Warriors get routed in opener vs. Spurs, 49ers are bad and getting worse Oct 26, 2016

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After a little breather, the Sal and Steiny show is back -- which is more than we can say for the Golden State Warriors. Nah, just kidding but boy were the Warriors lousy in their first regular-season game of the year, getting smoked by the Spurs 129-100.

What the hell happened? Well, Castaneda and Steinmetz talk all about it.

Worried about the lack of a rim protector? Scared about what Draymond Green will do next? Wondering where Klay Thompson got to? What the heck happened to the bench? Relax, Sal and Steiny have you covered. We'll talk you down.

Also ... the 49ers stink, so whom do you blame? Take your pick, Steinmetz says.

No. 78: Joined by special guest Dan Dibley Oct 05, 2016

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Dan Dibley, Matt Steinmetz, and sal castaneda are long time friends who also happen to work in Bay Area media. Join the podcast as the boys talk about how it all began back in the day. We hit the Warriors, the Giants, and the incredible interest generated by these two very popular teams.

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