Episodes

  • Recapping Seattle Sports Star of the Year, plus Sonic Legend Gary Payton, and UW AD Pat Chun

    Recapping Seattle Sports Star of the Year, plus Sonic Legend Gary Payton, and UW AD Pat Chun
    Mar 6 2025
    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 Minute." Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    30 mins
  • One Roof Foundation's Mari Horita talks about philanthropy, Seattle Kraken, Memorial Stadium

    One Roof Foundation's Mari Horita talks about philanthropy, Seattle Kraken, Memorial Stadium
    Feb 27 2025
    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 in the week. As always, Niko and Chris talk about what's good away from the field, court, and ice in "Four Corners" and Seattle Mayor Bruce Harrell's failed joke in the "Supersonic Minute." Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    36 mins
  • Kraken’s Jessica Campbell, plus Sonics Shawn Kemp and Vin Baker Reunite!

    Kraken’s Jessica Campbell, plus Sonics Shawn Kemp and Vin Baker Reunite!
    Feb 20 2025
    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 off-the-court, off-the-field, and off-the-ice in “Four Corners”, including the recent tease about an NBA return by Seattle Mayor Bruce Harrell. They also talk about what NBA Commissioner Adam Silver did or didn’t say in the weekly “Supersonic Minute.” Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    32 mins
  • WWE Champion Tiffany Stratton talks about Seattle, rapid rise in wrestling

    WWE Champion Tiffany Stratton talks about Seattle, rapid rise in wrestling
    Feb 13 2025
    "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 her upcoming visit to Seattle. In addition, Niko and Chris talk 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 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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    33 mins
  • Millions for Seattle's Memorial Stadium, and Tacoma Dome's Future Plans

    Millions for Seattle's Memorial Stadium, and Tacoma Dome's Future Plans
    Feb 6 2025
    In this episode of "Inside the Arena," Niko and Chris talk about two big venues in the Puget Sound region: Memorial Stadium and the Tacoma Dome. You'll hear about the new update on Memorial Stadium from Seattle School Superintendent Brent Jones, Seattle Kraken Owner Samantha Holloway and Seattle Center Director Marshall Foster. Plus, Chris has a long conversation with Tacoma Dome Director Adam Cook on how the South Sound complex has been improved and is now booking events. Niko and Chris also share what's good and bad off-the-court, off-the-ice, and off-the-field in "Four Corners" and the latest on the possible return of the NBA to Seattle in the Supersonic Minute. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    33 mins
  • New WSU Coach Jimmy Rogers on 'blitzing' the state, NIL, and move to Pullman

    New WSU Coach Jimmy Rogers on 'blitzing' the state, NIL, and move to Pullman
    Jan 30 2025
    In this week's edition of "Inside the Arena", new WSU Football Coach Jimmy Rogers joins Niko and Chris in-studio to talk about his decision to take the Cougar job, and expectations in Year One. Rogers discusses his time at South Dakota State University, and how it will translate in Pullman at a time when other schools may be offering more money to recruits. Plus, he gives Niko and Chris hints about his game plan for the 2025 season and whether he has found a favorite restaurant yet in the Palouse. All that, plus Niko and Chris talk about what's good and bad off the field, off the court, and off in the ice in "Four Corners" and the latest on possible NBA Expansion in the "Supersonic Minute". Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    31 mins
  • UW Head Football Coach Jedd Fisch talks Year One in Big Ten, NCAA, and NIL

    UW Head Football Coach Jedd Fisch talks Year One in Big Ten, NCAA, and NIL
    Jan 23 2025
    In this edition of "Inside The Arena," Niko and Chris focus on Husky athletics. Niko talked at length with UW Head Football Coach Jedd Fisch about adjusting the program during the NIL era and how he's trying to evolve amidst the changes in the NCAA. As always, Chris and Niko talk about what's good and bad in the world of sports business, and philanthropy in "Four Corners" and the latest on the return of the NBA to Seattle in the "Supersonic Minute." Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    34 mins
  • Seattle Sports Commission's Beth Knox on "Sports Star of the Year" Awards

    Seattle Sports Commission's Beth Knox on "Sports Star of the Year" Awards
    Jan 16 2025
    In this edition of "Inside The Arena," Niko and Chris look ahead to the biggest local sports event of the season: The Sports Star of the Year. Niko talks to Beth Knox, president of the Seattle Sports Commission, about the planning for this year's event that will include former Seahawk great Marshawn Lynch, Kenny Mayne, and stars from professional and collegiate sports in a new venue! As always, Chris and Niko talk about what's good and bad in the world of sports business, and philanthropy in "Four Corners" and the latest on the return of the NBA to Seattle in the "Supersonic Minute". Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    33 mins