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Inside the Arena: A Seattle Sports Podcast

KOMO News Senior Reporter Chris Daniels and KOMO Sports Director Niko Tamurian take you inside key sports and business issues in the greater Seattle area, covering the Seahawks, Mariners, Kraken, Storm, Sounders, Washington Huskies, and more. Conversations range from the impact of TV/Digital rights, lease agreements, off-field debates, NIL, realignment, the World Cup, and the return of the Seattle Sonics.

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30:25

What's next for Seattle Center, Memorial Stadium?

Inside the Arena: A Seattle Sports Podcast ·

2025/06/27

Niko and Chris talk about the latest on the FIFA Club World Cup, and have a tidbit about NBA Expansion in the "Supersonic Minute."Plus, Chris talks at length with Seattle Center Director Marshall Foster about the groundbreaking on a new Memorial Stadium and future plans for the entire Seattle Center campus. As always, Niko and Chris talk about what's good and bad away from the field of play in "Four Corners." Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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32:39

Sounders GM Craig Waibel talks FIFA Club World Cup

Inside the Arena: A Seattle Sports Podcast ·

2025/06/19

In this episode, Sounders FC GM Craig Waibel talks with Niko about the FIFA Club World Cup and the early returns from the franchise.Plus, Chris points out one of the issues at Lumen Field for the first few matches and as always, Niko and Chris give an update on the potential return of the NBA to Seattle in the "Supersonic Minute". Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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35:28

A New Era for the NHL's Kraken! New Coach, GM talk...

Inside the Arena: A Seattle Sports Podcast ·

2025/06/12

The Seattle Kraken enter year FIVE with multiple questions on and off-the-ice. This week, the franchise introduced new Head Coach Lane Lambert and General Manager Jason Botterill in their first joint press conference, and then they sat down with KOMO Sports Director Niko Tamurian.Chris and Niko talk about what they heard and what it could mean off-the-ice. Plus, as always there is a "Supersonic Minute" and Niko and Chris talk about what's good and bad off-the-ice, off-the-court, and

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32:39

Sonics great Vin Baker on Seattle, sobriety and Giannis

Inside the Arena: A Seattle Sports Podcast ·

2025/06/05

We begin Season 2 with a Sonics legend Vin Baker. The four-timeNBA All-Star talks about his time in the city, his struggles and how he found sobriety. Baker has opened up a Recovery Center in Milwaukee and talks about his plans to do the same in Seattle. He also talks about working with Giannis Antetokounmpo. Plus, as always, Niko and Chris talk about what's good and bad away from the field of play in "Four Corners.” Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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28:52

It is Episode 52! Gary Payton talks Sonics, NBA,...

Inside the Arena: A Seattle Sports Podcast ·

2025/05/29

It is Episode 52 of Inside the Arena!Niko and Chris have been talking about all the stories off-the-ice, off-the-court, and off-the field for 52 Straight Weeks. This week, Sonic Legend Gary Payton stops by KOMO to talk about his new ventures, the Sonics, NBA, and the Seattle SuperHawks. Plus as always, they highlight what's good and what's bad around the local sports world in "Four Corners" Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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31:43

Major League Cricket's Seattle Orcas: New Season, New...

Inside the Arena: A Seattle Sports Podcast ·

2025/05/22

It is the dawn of a new season for Seattle's Major League Cricket franchise the Seattle Orcas.Chris gets between the wickets talks at length with Orcas co-founder and former Microsoft executive Sanjay Parthasarathy about future plans and talks about a cricket-specific stadium in the Northwest. Plus, as always Niko and Chris talks about what's good and bad away from the field of play in "Four Corners" and share a special note from UW and NBA great Nate Robinson in the "Supersonic

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31:27

Megan Rapinoe, NBA Blazers sale and Sonics Connection?

Inside the Arena: A Seattle Sports Podcast ·

2025/05/15

Megan Rapinoe is back! and talking about her next chapter off-the-field. Niko talks at length with the iconic Seattle and US soccer legend. Plus, Niko and Chris break down the announcement about the sale of the Portland Trailblazers, and how it may impact the future of the Seattle Seahawks and the return of the Sonics. NBA Commissioner Adam Silver lays out a calendar again! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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33:59

Kraken Hockey Network's Patrick Brown and the Sundell...

Inside the Arena: A Seattle Sports Podcast ·

2025/05/09

The Kraken Hockey Network's Patrick Brown talks about building a broadcast from the ground up and how his off-the-ice crew plans for key moments in the game.Plus, Niko talks with the "Sundell Siblings" - Serena and Jalen - about their unusual journey to the Seattle Storm and Seahawks. Also, a shoutout to the son of a Seattle Supersonic who is now a head coach in the NBA in the "Supersonic Minute." Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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31:52

Seattle gets a new professional hockey team!

Inside the Arena: A Seattle Sports Podcast ·

2025/05/01

Big News off the ice! The PWHL has awarded Seattle an expansion franchise to begin in 2025.Niko and Chris talk about the Professional Women's Hockey League and the announcement that gives Seattle the distinction of being the only city with three professional women's teams - in the WNBA, NWSL and now PWHL. As always, they highlight the good and bad away from the sports action in "Four Corners" and the big announcements about new events coming to Seattle. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit

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32:11

Former NFL, USC QB Matt Leinart on NIL, College...

Inside the Arena: A Seattle Sports Podcast ·

2025/04/24

Former NFL and USC Quarterback Matt Leinart drops "Inside the Arena" to talk about NIL, College Sports, the NFL Draft and his new podcast!Plus, Niko and Chris talk at length about the significant shakeup in the front office of the Seattle Kraken and what's good and bad this week, off-the-ice, off-the-court, and off-the-field in "Four Corners". The pair also discuss the latest statements from NBA Commish Adam Silver about expansion in the "Supersonic Minute". Learn more about your ad choices

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30:10

Seattle Kraken Owner Sam Holloway on tickets, NHL...

Inside the Arena: A Seattle Sports Podcast ·

2025/04/17

In this special episode, Seattle Kraken Owner Samantha Holloway sits down for a lengthy discussion about what is going on "Inside the Arena" and the near-term future of the franchise.Holloway explains changes on the business side of the operation, with tickets, family and full-season deals, plus cheaper concessions! She also explains what she's thinking about when it comes to the NBA and the return of the Sonics. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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33:15

Tacoma Rainiers Broadcaster Rylee Pay on making...

Inside the Arena: A Seattle Sports Podcast ·

2025/04/10

New Tacoma Rainiers Broadcaster Rylee Pay steps Inside the Arena to talk about her groundbreaking role as a play-by-play voice for the Mariners' AAA affiliate.Sports Director Niko Tamurian talks with Rylee about the new role, plus what she's seen in the region and with the M's top prospects. In addition, per usual, Niko and Chris talk about what's good and bad off-the-court, off-the-ice, and off-the field in "Four Corners" and have a brief "Supersonic Minute". Learn more about your ad choices

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32:13

Seattle Storm to KOMO and What Did NBA's Adam Silver...

Inside the Arena: A Seattle Sports Podcast ·

2025/04/03

BIG NEWS: The WNBA's Seattle Storm have signed a deal to broadcast games on KOMO TV and Seattle's CW.Niko and Chris talk about why the deal is significant for the franchise and fans, and talk to co-owner Lisa Brummel and COO Rohre Titcomb. Plus Niko and Chris break down what NBA Commissioner Adam Silver had to say about Seattle and expansion in an expanded "Supersonic Minute." Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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34:50

Seattle Kraken In-Game Secrets & Supersized...

Inside the Arena: A Seattle Sports Podcast ·

2025/03/27

Niko and Chris talk at length about multiple NBA business developments and how it could an impact a return of the Sonics to Seattle.Plus, Chris sits down with the brains behind the production of the Seattle Kraken pre-game and in-game shows. As always, Niko and Chris talk about what's good and what's bad this week off-the-ice, off-the-court, and off-the-field in "Four Corners". Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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34:14

Kraken GM Ron Francis on trades, prospects and 2025

Inside the Arena: A Seattle Sports Podcast ·

2025/03/20

Seattle Kraken GM Ron Francis drops "Inside the Arena" for the latest episode to explain the recent trade deadline moves, prospects and how he plans to leverage it all for next season.In addition, Chris and Niko talk about the Kraken TV ratings and whether they've seen progress in this season. Plus, they remember Seattle Sonics Legends Gus Williams and Slick Watts in an expanded "Supersonic Minute". Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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32:42

Future of MLS, a new Sounders Stadium, and NBA update

Inside the Arena: A Seattle Sports Podcast ·

2025/03/13

“Inside the Arena” goes in-depth on Major League Soccer and shares what could be a development in the return of the NBA to Seattle.Niko talks with the creator of the Sounders “Salish Sea” kit and Chris highlights what was said recently by Sounders Owner Adrian Hanauer and President of Business Operations Hugh Weber about gameday attendance and a new Stadium in Renton. Plus, Chris highlights the recent developments on the Boston Celtics and how that could impact the discussion about NBA

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29:38

Recapping Seattle Sports Star of the Year, plus Sonic...

Inside the Arena: A Seattle Sports Podcast ·

2025/03/06

In this edition of "Inside the Arena," Niko and Chris recap the 2025 Sports Star of the Year Awards.Niko also shares conversations from the awards show with both NBA Hall of Famer and Sonics Legend Gary Payton and UW Athletic Director Pat Chun. Plus, Chris shares who he thinks should have won the Female Sports Star of the Year. Chris and Niko also talk about a week that saw franchise-altering moves for both the Seattle Seahawks and Seattle Kraken. Per usual, there is also a "Supersonic

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36:04

One Roof Foundation's Mari Horita talks about...

Inside the Arena: A Seattle Sports Podcast ·

2025/02/27

In the latest episode of "Inside the Arena," Niko and Chris discuss the nexus of sports and philanthropy.Chris has a conversation with Mari Horita, who is the executive director and president of the One Roof Foundation, the philanthropic arm of the Seattle Kraken. Horita talks about how the foundation was started, why, and how it is different from what other professional sports franchises are doing across the country. Plus, she discusses the Memorial Stadium project, and "Seattle Kraken Day" later

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31:32

Kraken’s Jessica Campbell, plus Sonics Shawn Kemp and...

Inside the Arena: A Seattle Sports Podcast ·

2025/02/20

In this edition of Inside the Arena, Niko and Chris focus on the past and the future.Niko goes one-on-one with the first female NHL assistant coach Jessica Campbell, on breaking new ground and leading the Seattle Kraken’s young stars. Plus you’ll hear from Shawn Kemp and Vin Baker, once traded for each other, who were back in Seattle talking about their intertwined history, and how Vin is now helping others achieve sobriety. Plus, as usual, Chris and Niko talk about what’s good and bad

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32:35

WWE Champion Tiffany Stratton talks about Seattle,...

Inside the Arena: A Seattle Sports Podcast ·

2025/02/13

"Inside the Arena" takes a first step outside the ring with a big interview with the current WWE Champion.Tiffany Stratton talks with Niko about her rapid rise in the industry, her past career as a gymnast, and an upcoming visit to Seattle. In addition, Niko and Chris talks about what's good and bad in the world of sports business in "Four Corners" including the latest on the hockey dad who assaulted two teens at the Kraken Community Iceplex. Plus, as always, they share some updates on the

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