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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.
Episodes
Inside the Arena: A Seattle Sports PodcastMariners Playoffs, Sue Bird and the Rough and Tumble
Niko has freshened up after two champagne celebrations inside the Mariners locker room, and talking about what it was like behind the scenes after the M's…
Inside the Arena: A Seattle Sports PodcastSeattle Sports Commission's Beth Knox on FIFA World Cup, Bids, Bananas & Boats
The Seattle Sports Commission's Beth Knox stepped back "Inside the Arena" to give an update on the Savannah Bananas, future bids, and a big boat. Plus, as…
Inside the Arena: A Seattle Sports PodcastAuthor Michael-Shawn Dugar on Seahawks, his new book "The Franchise"
Longtime Seattle Seahawks beat write Michael-Shawn Dugar has written a book "The Franchise: Seattle Seahawks: A Curated History of the Legion of Boom Era". He…
Inside the Arena: A Seattle Sports PodcastSonic Hall of Famer Spencer Haywood on Seattle, Supreme Court Fight
Seattle Supersonic Legend Spencer Haywood steps "Inside the Arena" to talk about his legendary story that took him from the Mississippi fields to the US…
Inside the Arena: A Seattle Sports PodcastMariners GM Justin Hollander on trade deadline, Kemp update
Mariners General Manager Justin Hollander talks with Niko Tamurian about the inner workings of the trade deadline and what it is like from a front office…
Inside the Arena: A Seattle Sports PodcastITA Exclusive: The GOAT Sue Bird on Seattle, the Statue, and post-WNBA life
In this edition of "Inside the Arena", the GOAT Sue Bird talks at length with KOMO Sports Director Niko Tamurian about returning to Seattle, and her new statue…
Inside the Arena: A Seattle Sports PodcastBest of ITA: WWE's Tiffany Stratton, Kenny Mayne, and Kraken Foundation
Niko and Chris look back and "Inside the Arena" with a few highlights from the first season. It includes Niko's chat with WWE Superstar and former college…
Inside the Arena: A Seattle Sports PodcastBest of ITA: NBA's Vin Baker, Kraken's Tod Leiweke, and M's Julio
Niko and Chris look back and inside the Arena with a few highlights from the first season. It includes former Sonic Vin Baker talking about sobriety, and…
Inside the Arena: A Seattle Sports PodcastSeattle Commission CEO Beth Knox on World Cup, future events
Fresh off the Club World Cup, Seattle Sports Commission CEO Beth Knox enters the Arena to talk about the lessons learned and youth summer programs being…
Inside the Arena: A Seattle Sports PodcastInside the NHL Club Meetings in Seattle
The NHL brought all 32 clubs to Seattle for the Club Business meetings, the first time the event has ever been held in the city. NHL Executive Vice President…
Inside the Arena: A Seattle Sports PodcastExpansion Talk! NBA and PWHL Seattle's GM Meghan Turner
Lots of expansion talk in this episode of Inside the Arena! Niko and Chris break down NBA Commissioner Adam Silver's comments at the NBA Board of Governors…
Inside the Arena: A Seattle Sports PodcastNiko is playing in the Seattle All Star Classic and Seawolves Update!
Niko is playing in the Seattle Softball All-Star Classic! He talks with organizer Drew Dambreville about the event and his dual role as CEO of the Seattle…
Inside the Arena: A Seattle Sports PodcastFormer Seattle Sonic Desmond Mason on Art and "Lenny"
Former Seattle Sonic Desmond Mason stops "Inside the Arena" to talk about his NBA journey that started in Seattle with a 'slam dunk' and also launched his…
Inside the Arena: A Seattle Sports PodcastWhat's next for Seattle Center, Memorial Stadium?
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…
Inside the Arena: A Seattle Sports PodcastSounders GM Craig Waibel talks FIFA Club World Cup
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…
Inside the Arena: A Seattle Sports PodcastA New Era for the NHL's Kraken! New Coach, GM talk about plan
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…
Inside the Arena: A Seattle Sports PodcastSonics great Vin Baker on Seattle, sobriety and Giannis
We begin Season 2 with a Sonics legend Vin Baker. The four-time NBA All-Star talks about his time in the city, his struggles and how he found sobriety. Baker…
Inside the Arena: A Seattle Sports PodcastIt is Episode 52! Gary Payton talks Sonics, NBA, SuperHawks
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…
Inside the Arena: A Seattle Sports PodcastMajor League Cricket's Seattle Orcas: New Season, New Stadium?
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…
Inside the Arena: A Seattle Sports PodcastMegan Rapinoe, NBA Blazers sale and Sonics Connection?
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…
Inside the Arena: A Seattle Sports PodcastKraken Hockey Network's Patrick Brown and the Sundell Siblings
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…
Inside the Arena: A Seattle Sports PodcastSeattle gets a new professional hockey team!
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…
Inside the Arena: A Seattle Sports PodcastFormer NFL, USC QB Matt Leinart on NIL, College Sports and Draft
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…
Inside the Arena: A Seattle Sports PodcastSeattle Kraken Owner Sam Holloway on tickets, NHL season, and Sonics
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…
Inside the Arena: A Seattle Sports PodcastTacoma Rainiers Broadcaster Rylee Pay on making history, M's prospects
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…
Inside the Arena: A Seattle Sports PodcastSeattle Storm to KOMO and What Did NBA's Adam Silver Say?
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…
Inside the Arena: A Seattle Sports PodcastSeattle Kraken in-game secrets & a supersized Supersonic Minute
Niko and Chris talk at length about multiple NBA business developments and how they could impact a return of the Sonics to Seattle. Plus, Chris sits down with…
Inside the Arena: A Seattle Sports PodcastKraken GM Ron Francis on trades, prospects and 2025
Seattle Kraken General Manager Ron Francis drops "Inside the Arena" for the latest episode to explain the recent trade deadline moves, prospects and how he…
Inside the Arena: A Seattle Sports PodcastFuture of MLS, a new Sounders Stadium, and NBA update
“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…
Inside the Arena: A Seattle Sports PodcastRecapping Seattle Sports Star of the Year, plus Sonic Legend Gary Payton, and UW AD Pat Chun
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…
Inside the Arena: A Seattle Sports PodcastOne Roof Foundation's Mari Horita talks about philanthropy, Seattle Kraken, Memorial Stadium
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…
Inside the Arena: A Seattle Sports PodcastKraken’s Jessica Campbell, plus Sonics Shawn Kemp and Vin Baker Reunite!
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…
Inside the Arena: A Seattle Sports PodcastWWE Champion Tiffany Stratton talks about Seattle, rapid rise in wrestling
"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…
Inside the Arena: A Seattle Sports PodcastMillions for Seattle's Memorial Stadium, and Tacoma Dome's Future Plans
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…
Inside the Arena: A Seattle Sports PodcastNew WSU Coach Jimmy Rogers on 'blitzing' the state, NIL, and move to Pullman
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…
Inside the Arena: A Seattle Sports PodcastUW Head Football Coach Jedd Fisch talks Year One in Big Ten, NCAA, and NIL
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…
Inside the Arena: A Seattle Sports PodcastSeattle Sports Commission's Beth Knox on "Sports Star of the Year" Awards
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…
Inside the Arena: A Seattle Sports PodcastWSU Athletic Director Anne McCoy on football, finances and Pac-12 Future
In the latest edition of the "Inside the Arena," Niko Tamurian talks 1-on-1 with WSU Athletic Director Anne McCoy about a tumultuous few weeks for the Cougar…
Inside the Arena: A Seattle Sports PodcastWSU Cougar Collective Co-Founder on NIL, NCAA football changes
In this edition of "Inside the Arena", Niko and Chris talk at length about the rapidly changing world of college sports and specifically how it impacts…
Inside the Arena: A Seattle Sports PodcastHow Jamie Munson started "Sonics Team Store" at Simply Seattle
In this holiday special of "Inside the Arena", Niko and Chris bring in one of "Eric's Heroes" Jamie Munson for an extended conversation. Munson was profiled by…
Inside the Arena: A Seattle Sports PodcastFormer Seattle Star Olden Polynice on his journey to the NBA, potential Hoops return
Happy Holidays from "Inside the Arena!" In this episode, KOMO Sports Director Niko Tamurian talks at length with former Seattle Sonic star and top draft pick…
Inside the Arena: A Seattle Sports PodcastSeattle Kraken's Tod Leiweke on David Bonderman's legacy, plus Muckleshoot Tribe talks hockey partnership
In this edition of "Inside the Arena," Seattle Kraken CEO talks about the legacy of owner David Bonderman, who passed away this week at the age of 82. Plus…
Inside the Arena: A Seattle Sports PodcastSeattle SuperHawks owners talk about keeping basketball interest alive
In this edition of "Inside the Arena!," Niko and Chris talk about the local basketball team called the "Seattle SuperHawks" which are trying to keep basketball…
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Seattle Seawolves COO talks Rugby, Memorial Stadium, World Cup Future
In this edition of "Inside the Arena!" KOMO Sports Director Niko Tamurian and KOMO News Senior Reporter Chris Daniels talk about the business side of rugby and…
Inside the Arena: A Seattle Sports PodcastMariners Julio Rodriguez exclusively talks about philanthropy, plus big NBA development
In the 25th edition of "Inside the Arena!" KOMO Sports Director Niko Tamurian talks exclusively with Seattle Mariners star Julio Rodriguez about philanthropy…
Inside the Arena: A Seattle Sports PodcastSeattle Sports Commission's Beth Knox on bringing MLB, NHL, FIFA, future events to Seattle
In this edition of "Inside the Arena!" KOMO Sports Director Niko Tamurian and KOMO News Senior Reporter Chris Daniels are joined in studio by the Seattle…
Inside the Arena: A Seattle Sports PodcastWSU's Dean Janikowski on his foundation, life off-the-field, plus NBA zeroing in expansion cost?
In this edition of "Inside the Arena!" KOMO Sports Director Niko Tamurian and KOMO News Senior Reporter Chris Daniels talk a lot about the WSU Cougar Football…
Inside the Arena: A Seattle Sports PodcastJoy Hollingsworth talks about basketball, leadership, and Anthony Bourdain.
In this edition of "Inside the Arena!" KOMO Sports Director Niko Tamurian and KOMO News Senior Reporter Chris Daniels talk in depth with Seattle City Council…
Inside the Arena: A Seattle Sports PodcastFIFA President talks World Cup in Seattle, and remembering Tony Ventrella's legacy
In this edition of "Inside the Arena!" KOMO Sports Director Niko Tamurian and KOMO News Senior Reporter Chris Daniels talk about their visit with FIFA…
Inside the Arena: A Seattle Sports PodcastThe NBA returns to Seattle for one night, what does it mean for Supersonic Comeback?
In this edition of "Inside the Arena!" KOMO Sports Director Niko Tamurian and KOMO News Senior Reporter Chris Daniels talk about their reactions to the recent…
Inside the Arena: A Seattle Sports PodcastSonics legend, Blazers broadcaster Kevin Calabro talks TV future and return of the NBA to Seattle
In this edition of "Inside the Arena!" KOMO Sports Director Niko Tamurian and KOMO News Senior Reporter Chris Daniels talk about the latest with the NBA and…
Inside the Arena: A Seattle Sports PodcastMajor Seattle World Cup announcement and Gonzaga moves to the Pac-12
In this edition of "Inside the Arena!" KOMO Sports Director Niko Tamurian and KOMO News Senior Reporter Chris Daniels get into the business side of the World…
Inside the Arena: A Seattle Sports PodcastNBA Expansion lessons from Charlotte Bobcats first employee, and the Secret Sonics Stash
In this edition of "Inside the Arena!" KOMO Sports Director Niko Tamurian and KOMO News Senior Reporter Chris Daniels get into the business side of NBA…
Inside the Arena: A Seattle Sports PodcastWSU President Kirk Schulz on Pac-12 Expansion, Realignment, Next Steps
In this edition of "Inside the Arena!" KOMO News Senior Reporter Chris Daniels and KOMO Sports Director Niko Tamurian talk at length about Pac-12 expansion and…
Inside the Arena: A Seattle Sports PodcastNBA Commissioner updates Expansion process and UW's Damon Huard talks Apple Cup, WSU
In this edition of "Inside the Arena!" KOMO News Senior Reporter Chris Daniels and KOMO Sports Director Niko Tamurian talk about Chris' trip to New York City…
Inside the Arena: A Seattle Sports PodcastDonald Watts talks about dad Slick and the Sonics Legends Fund
In this edition of "Inside the Arena!" KOMO News Senior Reporter Chris Daniels and KOMO Sports Director Niko Tamurian talk at length about the legacy of the…
Inside the Arena: A Seattle Sports PodcastHot Dogs from Heaven, Mariners changes and Sue Bird gets a street!
In this heavenly edition of "Inside the Arena!" KOMO News Senior Reporter Chris Daniels and KOMO Sports Director Niko Tamurian talk about hot dogs. Niko does…
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Seattle World Cup CEO talks about 2026 plans, plus what's going on with the Mariners?
In this edition of "Inside the Arena!" KOMO News Senior Reporter Chris Daniels and KOMO Sports Director Niko Tamurian talk at length about Seattle's World Cup…
Inside the Arena: A Seattle Sports Podcast25 years later: Has Mariners T-Mobile Park stood test of time?
In this edition of "Inside the Arena!" KOMO News Senior Reporter Chris Daniels and KOMO Sports Director Niko Tamurian have a "very special episode" which…
Inside the Arena: A Seattle Sports PodcastUW AD Pat Chun on B1G move, and challenges ahead; plus sports collectibles expert on what's valuable
In this edition of "Inside the Arena!" KOMO News Senior Reporter Chris Daniels and KOMO Sports Director Niko Tamurian have a "very special episode" which…