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Washington Huskies
College Football
Big Ten
Demond Williams
University Of Washington
Apple Cup
Washington State Cougars
Ohio State
Michigan
NCAA Football
Jonah Coleman
Big Ten Conference
Oregon
Will Rogers
UCLA
Denzel Boston
Penn State
Pac-12 Conference
Jed Fisch
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Pre-game and post-game shows with Dave "Softy" Mahler, Hugh Millen & Dick Baird

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In the second hour, Dave Softy Mahler is joined by Greg Lewis and Mario Bailey for the Husky Honks as the guys react to Washington winning the Apple Cup, the offense not looking overly impressive, Demond Williams and his receivers’ game, the running ... more

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In the second hour, Dave Softy Mahler is joined by Greg Lewis and Mario Bailey for the 2026 debut of The Husky Honks as the guys discuss the lack of competitiveness in the game, Demond Williams and the UW offense going into this season, the questions... more

Listen to the Husky football preview podcast, presented by Colburn Law, founded by former Husky athlete Greg Colburn. Helping injury victims across Washington fight and win! Hosted by Dave Softy Mahler, check in as we look ahead to the upcoming 2026 ... more

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Recent Guests

Ramzak Frewen
Freshman defensive lineman mentioned in game recap
University of Washington Huskies
Episode: Husky Honks on Apple Cup Win, Offense: Softy and Dick 9-8 Hour 2
Derek Coleman
Freshman defensive player mentioned in game recap
University of Washington Huskies
Episode: Husky Honks on Apple Cup Win, Offense: Softy and Dick 9-8 Hour 2
Jerron Jones
Freshman defensive back noted for interception
University of Washington Huskies
Episode: Husky Honks on Apple Cup Win, Offense: Softy and Dick 9-8 Hour 2
Cam Cleland
Former Husky tight end and Husky radio analyst
Episode: Husky Football Preview Podcast, Presented by Colburn Law

Hosts

Dave Softy Mahler
Host of Husky-related shows; long-running Seattle sports radio personality.
Greg Lewis
Co-host; former Husky player and analyst.
Mario Bailey
Co-host; former Husky player and analyst.
Dick Fain
Substituting host; regular commentator and analyst.

Reviews

4.5 out of 5 stars from 30 ratings
  • Too many commercials

    Awful sound balance and loud commercials every few minutes

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    goudashark
    United States2 years ago
  • NW

    Northwestern post game content was good as always. Voice sound levels were terrible thoughđź’śđź’›

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    tchip80
    United States2 years ago
  • Essential listening, but who times the ads?

    Love this podcast for repeated listening, but it’s super sloppy when there’s a 30 sec spot interrupting Dave’s opening soliloquy right before the HOW BOUT THAT that I’ve waited all night to hear.

    Is this an Apple thing or an iHeart thing?

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    KingOfMagnolia
    United States3 years ago
  • Way too many ads!

    Way too many ads!

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    CA212111
    United States3 years ago
  • Too many commercials

    Really good content but I’ve never listened to a podcast with more commercials. Really makes it tough to listen to. Maybe it’s time to charge more for ads and cut the number in half.

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    ssfcfan
    United States3 years ago

Listeners Say

Key themes from listener reviews, highlighting what works and what could be improved about the show.

Listeners appreciate in-depth football analysis and candid, humorous banter between hosts.
High energy postgame content is a draw for fans who want immediate reactions.
Sound quality and ad pacing are common points of feedback for sponsors and producers.
Guests who are former Huskies add credibility and fan relevance, though ads can disrupt the opening.
Many subscribers note excessive advertising as a frequent drawback.

Talking Points

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Greg Lewis on Huskies Running Game, Wisconsin Saturday, Ranking
Q: Greg, are the two corners playing as well as you anticipated they would play?
Greg responds that the statistics show they're performing well and highlights their physicality and ability to keep plays contained despite a lack of pass rush.
Husky Honks on Apple Cup Win, Ohio State: Softy & Dick 9-23 Hour 2
Q: Did you feel better or worse about the Husky chances against Ohio State than you did the Friday before?
Mario expressed feeling worse about their chances due to the defensive performance, showing concern about the upcoming game against Ohio State.
Husky Honks w/ Lewis + Castricone: Softy & Dick 8-26 Hour 2
Q: What are the implications of the new era of college football?
The new day and age of college football involves new players, players staying or leaving due to pay, affecting enthusiasm.
Husky Honks w/ Lewis + Castricone: Softy & Dick 8-26 Hour 2
Q: What is the common theme among the last three losses of the year for UW?
They could not protect the quarterback.
Husky Honks on Loss to Oregon, Season Reflections, 2025 Season
Q: How do you feel about turning this thing over to number two starting next year?
I thought he did a phenomenal job with the pressure that he was under.

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Sports-focused pre-game and post-game discussions centered on college football, with a strong emphasis on the Washington Huskies. Episodes often analyze game performance, coaching decisions, recruiting, transfer portal dynamics, and the bigger landscape of college football, including conference realignment and upcoming opponents. A key hook is candid banter among longtime hosts, with guests who are former players or analysts adding firsthand perspective. The show tends to blend deep football analysis with personality-driven humor, making it appealing to serious fans who want both strategic insight and entertaining commentary.

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1. Dawgman Radio: A Washington Huskies athletics podcast
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The Honks launched 5 years ago and published 257 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.

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4. Cam Cleland

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