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Buster Posey
Rafael Devers
Draymond Green
Brandon Aiyuk

Catch Dirty Work with Adam Copeland & Derek Papa every weekday from 2 p.m. - 6 p.m. on KNBR 104.5 / 680.

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Marcus Thompson joins Copes and Tittle to dive deep into what is happening with Lebron and his potential decision to join the Warriors. Plus, a deeper look into the investigation with the Clippers, Kawhi Leanord, and the Raptors.

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Hour 4 -- The guys give you another addition of the Bay Area Sports Calendar featuring the top things to do in the Bay Area this weekend.

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Hour 3 -- Copes and Rick Tittle give you another addition of the Sound Soiree where Willie Adames discussed the fight in the Oracle Park Stands. They also spin the Dirty Work Dial and give you some of the latest news in the pop-culture world.

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Hour 2 -- Copes and Rick Tittle dive into "Rick's Rants" to try and see which sports moments upset Rick the most. Later Marcus Thompson of The Athletic joins the show to discuss the latest on the LeBron James watch.

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Recent Guests

Richa Rillia
Guest on Dirty Work, discussed pop culture and Bay Area sports
Episode: Giants open-minded as the trade deadline approaches
Zach Manasian
Giants General Manager
San Francisco Giants
Episode: Giants GM Zach Minasian Opens Up on Trade Deadline Plans and Team Struggles
Susan Seleser
Giants beat writer for the San Francisco Chronicle
San Francisco Chronicle
Episode: Kristaps Porzingis return to the Warriors, plus Robbie Ray's trade value
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Caller from the valley offering fan perspective
Listener
Episode: Are LeBron James and Anthony Davis realistic targets for the Warriors this off-season?
Joe Cannon
Former US men's national team goalie, MLS Cup winner with San Jose Earthquakes
USA Paraguay World Cup coverage
Episode: Giants Lean on Landen as Cubs come to town
Bryce Eldridge
21-year-old Giants rookie who hit the walk-off grand slam
San Francisco Giants
Episode: Eldridge Walk-off Grand Slam caps off historic Giants comeback
Anthony Jeselnik
Comedian, invited guest
Episode: NBA Finals & Sound Soiree
Kevin Frandsen
Former MLB player providing insights on bullpen management and game strategy
Former Giants player, Nationals broadcasting connection
Episode: Kevin Frandsen Joins Dirty Work to talk about the Giants v. Nationals Series
Matt Maioko
49ers insider
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Episode: Myles Garrett traded to the Rams, do the 49ers have a counter move?

Hosts

Adam Copeland
Host of Dirty Work on KNBR; part of KNBR's sports lineup.
Derek Papa
Co-host of Dirty Work; co-lead alongside Adam Copeland.

Reviews

4.4 out of 5 stars from 87 ratings
  • Great chemistry

    Love the chemistry between Copes, Papa and Tim. Im not a 49er or Giants fan (Raiders and A’s) and dont really follow basketball, but I still listen to this show because its just good entertainment. I hadnt listened to KNBR in over a decade, but decided to give this show a shot because Im a fan of Derek and Steven’s Just Your Opinion, Man pod. Hopefully this crew has a long run together.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Raider P
    United Statesa year ago
  • Lazy

    Copeland doesn’t do his research and asks questions to his guests about players that have already been asked and answered

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    coicoy1
    United Statesa year ago
  • Copes the Bully

    Copes was never the brightest bulb in the lamp but now he has a new schtick bullying and snapping at young Papa. Count me out.

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    80'sVillager
    United States2 years ago
  • Going downhill fast

    I listened for a few weeks after they fired Tolbert. It’s now just boring and though I like Copes he can’t carry the young Papa kid who I assume got the job because of his Dad and cheap salary. Seems the owners are now just milking the station for all they can before they switch to constant elevator music like so many others. Sad

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    OskiBob101
    United States2 years ago
  • Dump Speedy as a sponsor please

    Constant same add over and over. There’s got to be another sponsor available. These adds are so incessant that I will never go there. I understand that money runs the world but its torture. I would give this 5 stars otherwise

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    OskiBob101
    United States2 years ago

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Fans appreciate in-depth Giants and NBA discussions with credible guests.

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Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

The Warriors plan ahead of the 2026 NBA Draft, plus George Kittle weighs in on the Brandon Aiyuk saga
Q: When do you think the Niners move on from Brandon Aiyuk?
Kittle and the panel suggest the decision is influenced by whether the team will benefit from keeping him through training camp and the season, with a tendency to wait for clearer signals rather than rush a move.
Should the Giants look to trade Rafael Devers?
Q: What do national reporters think about trading Rafael Devers given his contract and current performance?
Her takeaway is that Devers' massive contract (around $225 million remaining) and current form make a trade unlikely unless a huge return is offered and the Giants are willing to eat substantial salary.
Should the Giants look to trade Rafael Devers?
Q: Should Devers speak to the media, and what are the implications if he doesn't?
Slusser suggests it's hard to predict what Devers would say if he spoke, and indicates cooler heads may be preferable for now; a press appearance could risk saying the wrong thing, but prolonged silence continues to fuel speculation and national attention.
Should the Giants look to trade Rafael Devers?
Q: What happened in the Giants clubhouse and with Rafael Devers' relationship with manager Tony Vitello?
Susan Slusser describes it as an isolated incident rather than a systemic clubhouse issue, noting Vitello has had a working relationship with Devers despite past tensions, and the public disagreement appears to be an unusual happening rather than a ongoing rift.
Buster Posey speaks to the media following the Rafael Devers' pinch running incident
Q: What will you do with Rafael Devers going forward?
Posey defers to the organization and emphasizes sticking to baseball questions, indicating continued leadership without committing to specific punitive actions.

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A weekday sports talk show that blends local Bay Area teams with national basketball and baseball storylines, featuring long-form interviews, quick-hit segments, and lively banter. Episodes cover Giants roster moves, development of young players, and bullpen dynamics, alongside NBA playoff analysis and cross-sport commentary. A notable strength is its mix of insider guests (former players, reporters, and analysts) with in-studio hosts who drive debates, offer humor, and react in real time to breaking news. The format often includes guest segments, crowd-driven chatter, and recurring bits like a “Dirty Work Dial,” making it a spirited option for listeners who seek both expert analysis and accessible, opinionated banter.

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