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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 (T... more

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Silver and Kruegs discuss what they would like to see from the Giants in the remainder of the season as the boys in black and orange return to the field vs Seattle. What would you like to see from Bryce Eldridge? Also, Krueg relates to the wine commu... more

Who is realistically on the trade block, besides the obvious Luis Arraez and Robbie Ray? Silver and Krueger discuss potentially moving Harrison Bader, plus thoughts on the ownership group and their willingness to spend or keep up with the Dodgers and... more

As the Giants turn their eye to development, the question of "what's next?" We check the latest developments in the minors with Zack Bayrouty, voice of the Sacramento River Cats to discuss the team's recent call-ups and the state of the Triple-A pitc... more

The voice of the Santa Cruz Warriors and Golden State Valkyries Kevin Danna joins the show to break down the team's summer league performance and share his insights on the latest crop of young players. Danna gives his thoughts on Yaxel Lendeborg and ... more

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Recent Guests

Levi Weaver
Athletic writer, writes the windup newsletter
The Athletic
Episode: If its Hour 3, its "NBA BEEFS," plus Levi Weaver with a spin around MLB and the new Home Run Derby format
Andrew Checketts
Head coach of UC Santa Barbara Gauchos
UC Santa Barbara
Episode: Greg Silver welcomes Bill Laskey to discuss all things pitching after a tough first half and an intriguing draft
Dan Wo(j)cicki
NBA reporter interviewed about Warriors and competitive vs meaningful basketball
Los Angeles Times
Episode: Without Lebron, are the W's simply "running it back?" JD and Silver discuss ramifications of vet signings
Dan Woike
Dan Woike, The Athletic writer covering the Lakers
The Athletic
Episode: Dan Woike of The Athletic debates LeBron's legacy with LA & why he might fit with Golden State
Dan Wojcik
Athletic writer covering the Lakers
The Athletic
Episode: The Warriors' pursuit of LeBron James continues: what team could have best pitch to the free agent?
Andy Kennedy
UAB Men's Basketball coach
University of Alabama at Birmingham
Episode: The Warriors' pursuit of LeBron James continues: what team could have best pitch to the free agent?
Danny in Vancouver
Caller to the show
Listener
Episode: Huge news of the day: LeBron James informs Lakers he will not return to LA: what does it mean to GS?
Rod Brooks
On-air personality guest
KNBR/Associated with the show
Episode: NBA free agency is about to be a frenzy as more news on trades and options begin to be leaked to the media
Julian McWilliams
National baseball reporter for CBS Sports, covered Giants extensively
CBS Sports
Episode: Julian McWilliams breaks down the dysfunction of the 2026 Giants & why expectations are not matching reality

Hosts

Greg Papa
Host of KNBR show, Giants and Warriors broadcaster, with cross-team Bay Area ties
Greg Silver
Co-host, KNBR sports leader host, with Giants coverage background
John Dickinson
Co-host and moderator, KNBR / Papa & Silver context and cross-talk

Reviews

4.4 out of 5 stars from 66 ratings
  • Hey Dopes!

    Maybe before you bury Conforto in favor of Wade Jr., Wilmer, and Matos you should compare their Career OPS: Conforto 816. Wade Jr 762. Flores 760. Matos 661. Chapman 790. Soler 797.

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    80'sVillager
    United States2 years ago
  • Too many short segments

    Why can’t we get the full show posted rather than a bunch of 10-20 minutes segments. Also can we get less commercials in the middle of the interviews?

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    wtsurpsn
    United States3 years ago

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Listeners appreciate the deep-dive team-by-team analysis and guest insights from on-field players and beat writers.
Audience seems to value local Bay Area focus over national sports takes and enjoy cross-sport context.
Some episodes feel segment-heavy with shorter interview blocks that break the flow for some listeners.

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#88
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Susan Slusser of the San Francisco Chronicle weighs in on compiling mental errors by the Giants after another loss to Arizona
Q: Why do you think these mental errors keep occurring for a team that was expected to be more buttoned up?
Slusser acknowledges the challenges of youth on the roster, stresses that accidents like baserunning errors surface with inexperience, and points to external stressors such as personal losses that can affect decision-making, while also noting the clubhouse environment and music may contribute to focus issues.
Susan Slusser of the San Francisco Chronicle weighs in on compiling mental errors by the Giants after another loss to Arizona
Q: Do you think there have been legitimate communication issues beyond this single incident?
Slusser notes that while there have been some communication issues early in the season with relievers and lineup changes, it might not be as pervasive as some believe; there are examples but not a universal breakdown, and management changes last year were meant to address prior problems.
Susan Slusser of the San Francisco Chronicle weighs in on compiling mental errors by the Giants after another loss to Arizona
Q: What happened with Tyler Malley's pitch count and why was there a communication lapse about it?
Slusser explains that Malley was on a pitch limit that was not clearly communicated, and while he walked back his comment, the broader issue is the need for clear expectations when a pitcher returns from the IL; however, there is debate about whether this counts as a true communication breakdown given the pitching staff's normal procedures.
John Shea of the San Francisco Standard discusses more SFG pitching woes after disastrous Landon Roupp start
Q: What would the lineup look like with LeBron, Steph, Draymond, and Porzingis? Who would fill the fifth spot?
Shea provides basketball hypotheticals to illustrate how teams juggle lineups, noting the balance between star power and role players, and highlighting how teams consider bench depth and position fit; this serves as a comparative aside to the Giants' own lineup construction discussions.
John Shea of the San Francisco Standard discusses more SFG pitching woes after disastrous Landon Roupp start
Q: John, is it time for Landon Roupp to maybe step out of the rotation, or dare I say even head to the minors for a stint?
The discussion centers on Roupp's recent struggles and the team's broader pitching issues, with Shea suggesting the coaching staff may need to consider sending Roupp to the minors to reset and regroup, while recognizing the rotation's wider instability and the potential for other options to be promoted or acquired.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Papa & Silver Podcast

What is Papa & Silver Podcast about and what kind of topics does it cover?

A Bay Area sports talk show that blends deep dives into Giants baseball with Warriors basketball and NFL coverage, often balancing veteran leadership with younger talent in roster and strategy discussions. Episodes frequently feature in-depth roster analysis, contract and offseason chatter, and hands-on guest perspectives from players and beat writers, with a recurring emphasis on how front-office decisions shape long-term competitiveness. Notable strengths include a strong local team focus, day-to-day roster context, and guest segments that ground hot takes in actual team dynamics. Potential listeners will enjoy accessible sports banter, practical insights on lineup decisions, and cross-sport context from a region with multiple major franc... more

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7. Danny in Vancouver
8. Rod Brooks

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