Best Smile With Shea Podcasts (2025)

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Giants Writer John Shea on the Rafael Devers Trade | 'The TK Show' 47:33

8h ago47:33

47:33

From 'The TK Show' (subscribe here): Tim Kawakami and the SF Standard's John Shea discuss the impact of the Giants' acquisition of Rafael Devers and what it tells us about the franchise under Buster Posey. Also, thoughts on the one-year anniversary of Willie Mays' passing. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://w…

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MR Full Show 3:14:30

1d ago3:14:30

3:14:30

Spadoni and Shasky discuss the Valkyries beating the Fever. Who has the best revenge game? Plus we get a surprise at 8 AM and the show takes a total turn!

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Hour 1: Big Win For The Valkyries !! 43:40

1d ago43:40

43:40

In hour 1, Spadoni and Shasky discuss the Valkyries HUGE win at Ballhalla as they beat Caitlin Clark and the Fever.

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Hour 2: Boston Series Will Feel Like A Rivalry 47:51

1d ago47:51

47:51

In hour 2, Spadoni and Shasky discuss how this weekend at Oracle Park will feel like a rivalry following the Rafael Devers trade, tensions will be running high on both sides.

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Hour 3: Bonta Gives His Thoughts On Giants - Red Sox 53:11

1d ago53:11

53:11

In hour 3, Bonta joins the show and gives his thoughts on Red Sox - Giants this weekend as they believe a tense series is coming.

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Hour 4: Butch Sterns Joins The Show / This or That?! 49:46

1d ago49:46

49:46

In hour 4, Spadoni and Bonta discuss the upcoming matchup against the Red Sox and the Devers trade with Butch Sterns, plus the guys play This or That?!

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Possible Trade Targets, Kuminga’s Future & Thoughts on 41st Pick | 'Warriors Plus Minus' 48:09

1d ago48:09

48:09

From 'Warriors Plus Minus: A show about the Golden State Warriors' (subscribe here): Anthony, Marcus and Tim discuss possible trade targets for the Warriors this summer and some choices for the 41st pick in the draft next week. Also, which teams might be interested in acquiring Jonathan Kuminga? To learn more about listener data and our privacy pra…

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Women's U.S. Open Champion Maja Stark Has NOW! 44:50

1d ago44:50

44:50

On this episode of She's Got Next with Jordan Robinson, Jordan is joined by Maja Stark, champion of the Women's Golf U.S. Open! Maja shares her mindset as she went on to win the major and how it feels to be champion. Jordan also touches on the viewership of the 2025 French Open in the business of women's sports.…

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Butch Stearns - You Build Statues For Guys Like Devers Not Trade Them 16:12

1d ago16:12

16:12

Butch Stearns, director of sports for Boston 25, the local Fox affiliate, joined The Roast to offer his unfiltered thoughts on the Red Sox and Rafael Devers.

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Rafael Devers Brings Big Time To The Giants 17:49

1d ago17:49

17:49

Bonta was swapped in for Shasky, and Spadoni and Bonta talk about the big time feeling that Rafael Devers has brought to the Giants.

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A Great Weekend For Devers To Go Off At The Plate 13:37

1d ago13:37

13:37

It has been a slow start for Rafael Devers career with the Giants, but with the Red Sox in town this weekend, what better time for him to get hot at the plate.

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Enjoying Some Boston Schadenfreude 13:51

1d ago13:51

13:51

Bostons sad loss is the happy gain of San Francisco, and we are LOVING the misery that Red Sox fans are going through.

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The Best Revenge In Sports 14:19

1d ago14:19

14:19

Rafael Devers had an unhappy exit from Boston, but this weekend he has a chance to stick it to his former team in his new ballpark.

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Ballhalla Showed OUT Last Night 9:49

1d ago9:49

9:49

The Valkyries hosted Caitlin Clark and the Indiana Fever last night, and turned a regular season game into a raucous, playoff like atmosphere.

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Concepts: How the Brain Constructs Reality, Emotional Experience and Who You Are - w/ Nicholas Shea 49:04

1d ago49:04

49:04

Ever wonder why you can recognise your friend's face instantly but struggle to remember where you put your keys? Your brain is running the most sophisticated learning system ever created, and most of us have no clue how it actually works. Nicholas Shea is an Oxford and King's College Researcher working in philosophy of mind, cognitive neuroscience …

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MR Full Show 3:06:05

2d ago3:06:05

3:06:05

Spadoni and Shasky discuss the Giants struggles against the Guardians. The Lakers are sold and the guys react to how monumental and massive the transaction is and what it means for franchises going forward. The guys talk to Will Flemming, Red Sox broadcaster who discusses the distaste for Devers in Boston. Plus the guys take a look at Lebron's comm…

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Hour 1: Giants Fall Again To The Guardians / Lakers Sell For $10B....WOW 38:48

2d ago38:48

38:48

In hour 1, Spadoni and Shasky discuss the Giants losing again to the Guardians as they are on a bit of a losing streak. Also, the Lakers sell for $10B, sports franchise sales are very much changing.

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Hour 2: Have The Giants Already Had A Successful Season 50:49

2d ago50:49

50:49

In hour 2, Spadoni and Shasky discuss whether the Giants have already had a successful season or if there is more they need to do to have had a successful season. Plus, any concern for Verlander going forward.

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Hour 3: Will Flemming Joins The Show / Distaste For Devers Runs Deep In Boston 49:01

2d ago49:01

49:01

In hour 3, Spadoni and Shasky talk with Red Sox broadcaster, Will Flemming to get the Red Sox perspective on the Devers trade and he lets the guys in on some harsh feelings from Boston fans.

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Hour 4: This or That?! / Lebron and The Importance Of Rings 47:25

2d ago47:25

47:25

In hour 4, Spadoni and Shasky play their favorite segment, This or That. Plus, they discuss some comments made about Lebron on the importance of rings and whether it is a fair marker when judging players.

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Ring Culture Is SO TOXIC 21:19

2d ago21:19

21:19

Lebron James is complaining about ring culture, but how much of that did he bring on himself.

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Does The Face Of The Giants Matter 17:14

2d ago17:14

17:14

Does it matter if Rafael Devers is or is not the face of the Giants?

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Sports Break Ups Can Get VERY Ugly 18:15

2d ago18:15

18:15

Rafael Devers break up with the Red Sox continues the tradition of athletes having ugly breakups with teams.

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Will Flemming - I Don't Think [Rafael Devers] Is Ever Going To Be The Face Of The Franchise 17:56

2d ago17:56

17:56

Red Sox broadcaster, and brother of Dave, Will Flemming joins The Roast to offer his perspective on Rafael Devers departure from the Red Sox. And he had some very interesting things to say about the Giants new "Face of the Franchise."

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The Giants Have ALREADY Achieved Success In 2025 15:30

2d ago15:30

15:30

There is a lot of season left, but Joe Spadoni thinks the Giants have already achieved success this season.

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The Giants Pitching Is Hanging By A Thread 20:02

2d ago20:02

20:02

Justin Verlander had a rough return to the mound last night, and if that is a harbinger of things to come, the Giants pitching rotation could be in for some dark days this summer.

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The Most Valuable Asset of Each Team 15:53

2d ago15:53

15:53

The Lakers were sold for $10 billion yesterday, but what does $10 billion for the Lakers get you? What is the most valuable asset a team has these days?

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The Giants Are Still Struggling To Scratch Run Across 11:38

2d ago11:38

11:38

The Giants are 0-2 in the Rafael Devers era, and have not scored a more than 2 runs in either game.

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MR Full Show 3:08:13

3d ago3:08:13

3:08:13

Spadoni and Shasky discuss how the Devers trade and the Giants being competitive has made the city come to life. Where will Devers fit in the lineup? Is Devers to blame for Boston situation or was it maybe the Red Sox? Plus Johnny Damon and Mayor Daniel Lurie join the show as guests!

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Hour 4: Mayor Daniel Lurie Joins The Show / Manny Ramirez and Pedro Martinez Sound Off On Devers Trade 48:46

3d ago48:46

48:46

In hour 4, Spadoni and Shasky discuss some damning quotes from Pedro Martinez and Manny Ramirez about Devers and SF Mayor, Daniel Lurie, joins the show!

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Hour 3: Did The Red Sox Mishandle Devers Situation? / Johnny Damon Joins The Show! 50:45

3d ago50:45

50:45

In hour 3, Spadoni and Shasky discuss if the Red Sox are really the ones to blame for the Devers situation, plus Red Sox 2004 Champion, Johnny Damon, joins the show to discuss the Devers trade.

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Hour 1: The City Is Alive With the Giants 41:55

3d ago41:55

41:55

Spadoni and Shasky discuss how the city is back alive now that the Giants are a good team and you can feel the energy once again!

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Daniel Lurie - The Vibe Of The Giants Is Coming Back FAST 13:33

3d ago13:33

13:33

The Mayor of San Francisco called in to talk about how exciting Rafael Devers arrival is for the city of San Francisco.

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Johnny Damon - No One Leaves The Red Sox Happy 14:34

3d ago14:34

14:34

What is it like when a celebrated world champion Red Sox player leaves Boston? Johnny Damon knows what that is like, and we asked him about what Rafael Devers is going through.

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The Red Sox Dropped The Ball With Rafael Devers 20:52

3d ago20:52

20:52

The more that comes out about how things ended in Boston between the Red Sox and Rafael Devers, the more obvious it becomes that this whole mess is Bostons doing.

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Where Raffy Devers Fits In The Giants Infield 7:37

3d ago7:37

7:37

Rafael Devers said he is open to playing wherever the Giants need him. Hear why Joe Shasky thinks the Giants should ask him to play second base.

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Rafael Devers Fun Facts 10:21

3d ago10:21

10:21

Get to know the Giants newest slugger

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Rafael Devers Brings The Vibes And Smiles To Oracle Park 13:14

3d ago13:14

13:14

Last nights loss felt secondary for all in Giants Nation after how much fun everyone had with Rafael Devers' introductory presser.

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A Throwback Day For Giants Fans 16:03

3d ago16:03

16:03

Rafael Devers made his debut for the Giants last night, and the energy at the ballpark had Giants fans feeling like it was 20 years ago.

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MR Full Show 3:11:58

4d ago3:11:58

3:11:58

Spadoni and Shasky discuss the huge trade of Devers to the Giants and what it means for the team going forward? Where will he fit in the lineup? Will he be the DH or try a new position at first base? Plus the guys talk with Keith Law MLB Insider for the Athletic and Dave Flemming joins the show to give his thoughts on the big move.…

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Hour 1: Is East Coast Bias Real When It Comes To Devers? 42:01

4d ago42:01

42:01

In hour 1, Spadoni and Shasky discuss if the east coast bias has painted Devers in a negative light or if this trade is too good to be true.

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Hour 2: Devers Made Some Enemies On His Way Out / Keith Law, MLB Insider For The Athletic, Joins The Show! 49:55

4d ago49:55

49:55

In hour 2, Spadoni and Shasky discuss Jonathan Papelbon's brutal comments on Devers. Plus Keith Law joins the show to give insight on the deal.

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Hour 3: What Should Giants Lineup Be? / Dave Flemming Joins The Show! 51:04

4d ago51:04

51:04

In hour 3, Spadoni and Shasky discuss what they believe the Giants lineup should be going forward and Dave Flemming joins the show to give his thoughts on the Giants big trade.

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Hour 4: This or That?! 48:35

4d ago48:35

48:35

In hour 4, Spadoni and Shasky play their new favorite segment, This or That?!

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The Giants GREAT Problem They Now Have 13:40

4d ago13:40

13:40

The Giants have a crunch now in regards to what position Rafael Devers and others will play. Past Giants front offices would have balked at such a situation. This Giants front office is embracing that problem.

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Dave Flemming - Rafael Devers Will Be Motived To Swing The Bat This Weekend 24:09

4d ago24:09

24:09

Dave Flemming joins The Roast to share his excitement (and disbelief) in the Rafael Devers trade and why he expects the drama in Boston to stay in Boston.

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How This Giants Lineup Compares To Past Giants Lineups 13:17

4d ago13:17

13:17

The Giants lineup NOW might be better than any lineup that Buster Posey was in when he was playing for the Giants.

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