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With Authority

by ABC7 Bay Area, Larry Beil, Casey Pratt

"With Authority" is a weekly potpourri of Bay Area Sports and other things in a mixed bag of weirdness, by Larry Beil, Casey Pratt, and the ABC7 Sports team.

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  1. Staring down Dave Stewart | With Authority

    A's legend Dave Stewart is about to have his number 34 retired by the Oakland Athletics. Larry Beil caught up with the World Series champion for a nice extended trip down memory lane. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

  2. Howard Terminal clears another hurdle, The Giants are Boring, KD Trade, FLEX SEAL! | WITH AUTHORITY

    We are bringing back the With Authority Podcast live in Twitter Spaces! One the live streaming return episode, we discuss the A's stadium saga after Howard Terminal clears another hurdle. We also debate whether or not Giants baseball is boring, how much you'd give up for Kevin Durant, and the...

  3. Mia Mastrov makes a difference | With Authority

    One of the biggest changes in the history of college sports is that athletes are now being allowed to profit from endorsement deals. Cal freshman Mia Mastrov decided this was an opportunity to help others. Leveraging her massive Instagram following and new Name, Image, Likeness funds, she chose…

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  4. Ricochet! Our absolute favorite WWE Superstar | With Authority

    We always put on wrestling in the office and when Ricochet's music hits, we drop everything to sit back and watch. As a result, when we first started the 'With Authority' podcast, we had WWE Superstar Ricochet featured prominently on our list of dream guests. So with WWE Raw coming to Chase…

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  5. SJSU Spartans standout Cade Hall | With Authority

    San Jose State Spartans defensive end Cade Hall racked up accolades during a difficult 2020 season. Hall was named Mountain West Conference Defensive Player of the Year, became the first SJSU defensive lineman in 8 years to earn All-America honors. We catch up with Hall to discuss the rise of the...

  6. HT Talks: Dave Kaval Updates Us | With Authority

    Welcome back to "The Dance that never ends" as A's President Dave Kaval updates us on the latest Howard Terminal stadium developments. Our last check-in took place right after the Oakland City Council's affirmative vote on the city's proposal. So what's changed since then? What happens if the...

  7. Critical Howard Terminal talks with A's President Dave Kaval | With Authority

    The Oakland Athletics and the Oakland City Council appear to be headed for a showdown on July 20. Today new documents were released by the city of Oakland detailing a new Howard Terminal term sheet. While it is considered a draft, it shows that the A’s and Oakland remain far apart on an…

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  8. Howard Terminal Talks with Phil Matier | With Authority

    Where to begin? As we follow every twist and turn of the A's Stadium Saga, we thought we'd bring in a man that has had pretty much every consequential byline along the way -- ABC7 Insider Phil Matier. We discuss and dissect every angle of the Howard Terminal proposal, and take a much needed trip...

  9. All-Pro Fred Warner of the SF 49ers | With Authority (Ep. 68)

    49ers star linebacker Fred Warner joins the With Authority podcast to talk with the guys ahead of the NFL Draft, which airs on ABC 7. The man nicknamed “All-Pro Fred” is a team captain and is entering his 4th season with San Francisco. This past year, Warner earned All-Pro honors and had his best...

  10. San Jose Sharks Legend Patrick Marleau | With Authority (Ep. 67)

    "Mr. Shark" Patrick Marleau joins Larry, Casey and Chris for the first With Authority podcast of 2021. With the Sharks ready to embark on a 56-game season on Thursday, the guys catch up with the NHL legend in Arizona (temporary home of the Sharks) as they finish up training camp and get ready for...

  11. SF Giants trailblazing coach Alyssa Nakken | With Authority (Ep. 66)

    Alyssa Nakken made history this year and her uniform is now on display in Cooperstown at the Baseball Hall of Fame. Having just been named Baseball America's Trailblazer of the Year, the Giants assistant coach joins Larry, Casey and Chris on the latest edition of the With Authority podcast. The...

  12. Kicking it with 49ers kicker Robbie Gould | With Authority (Bonus Episode)

    49ers kicker Robbie Gould joins ABC 7’s Chris Alvarez to talk about his latest charity work and the #RG9KicksForKids campaign. This season, Gould is donating $500 for every field goal he makes to Cal's Angels a pediatric cancer non-profit that grants wishes for kids. Thei goal is to raise…

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  13. Stephen Piscotty of the Oakland Athletics | With Authority (Ep. 65)

    The Oakland Athletics and San Francisco Giants are rivals on the field during the Battle of the Bay, but they are united behind the scenes in the battle against ALS. A’s right fielder Stephen Piscotty is leading the charge. His mother Gretchen passed away in 2018 after fighting ALS. Led by his...

  14. MLS All-Time Goals Leader Chris Wondolowski | With Authority (Ep. 64)

    The most prolific scorer in Major League Soccer history is here! San Jose Earthquakes superstar Chris Wondolowski joins Larry, Casey and Chris for the latest edition of the With Authority podcast. The Danville native talks about his incredible professional soccer career and goes in-depth on his...

  15. Warriors owner Joe Lacob and "Lucky" Larry

    The Golden State Warriors have a secret weapon for the NBA Draft Lottery. Meet "Lucky" Larry. The Lacob family adopted this Miniature Pinscher after he was displaced from their Miami-area shelters due to Hurricane Irma. Using Nicole Lacob's charitable relationships, the Warriors helped fly 163…

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  16. Bob Myers Returns! | With Authority (Ep. 63)

    The return of Warriors President of Basketball Operations Bob Myers. The Warriors GM becomes the second 2x guest on the pod. With a list of things we weren’t allowed to ask (sort of kidding)… We dive into the Monte Vista and UCLA upbringings of Myers. Did you know they called him Forrest Gump in...

  17. Jon Miller the Voice of the SF Giants | With Authority (Ep. 62)

    Missing Baseball? Well, it's almost back... And the “Voice of the Giants” Jon Miller joins the With Authority Podcast to preview the 2020 Major League Baseball season. The Hall of Fame broadcaster and masterful storyteller tells us what it will be like to broadcast without fans and gives us his...

  18. Inside the Bubble with Tommy Thompson of the SJ Earthquakes | With Authority (Ep. 61)

    What is life like in the ESPN Wide World Of Sports Bubble where the MLS and NBA are set to return to play? San Jose Earthquakes star Tommy Thompson joins Larry, Casey and Chris for our latest “With Authority” podcast to give us an inside look. Tommy and the Quakes were the first MLS team to…

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  19. KBO Ace Dan Straily | With Authority (Ep. 60)

    Former Oakland Athletics starting pitcher Dan Straily moved to the other side of the planet, and somehow ended up even more famous back home as a result. Straily, legitimately one of the nicest and most genuine ballplayers in the game, joins Larry, Casey and Chris to talk about the latest stop in...

  20. Nate Boyer on Taking A Stand By Taking A Knee | With Authority (Ep. 59)

    In 2016, Colin Kaepernick chose to sit during the Nation Anthem as a form of peaceful protest to call out Police Brutality. When Green Beret Nate Boyer, who made it to the NFL as a member of the Seattle Seahawks, was asked to pen an opinion piece about the military perspective of Kaepernick’s...

  21. Doing Good with Cal Running Back Marcel Dancy | With Authority (Ep. 58)

    Cal Football running back Marcel Dancy joins Casey, Chris and Julianne (in for Larry who’s on assignment) to talk about his tremendous efforts off the field. The Oakland native talks about his partnership with Burckhalter Elementary and why he’s been inspired to help families in need during the...

  22. An Open Conversation With Bruce Maxwell | With Authority (Ep. 57)

    Bruce Maxwell's life changed because of one moment, one decision. The former A's catcher took a knee to protest racism and police brutality in 2017, a decision that still impacts him today. In a deep and meaningful, hour-long conversation, Maxwell opens up about his life and the overwhelming...

  23. Marquese Chriss Of The Golden State Warriors | With Authority (Ep. 56)

    Golden State Warriors center Marquese Chriss takes a pizookie break to join us for another "quarantine edition" of the With Authority Podcast. Chriss details how he found joy in his NBA journey by betting on himself. He's also says he can't wait to come back and play NBA basketball even if it's...

  24. Shea Salinas of the San Jose Earthquakes | With Authority (Ep. 55)

    As sports are slowly making a return, could soccer be on the way this summer? San Jose Earthquakes midfielder Shea Salinas joins Casey, Chris and Digital Producer Julianne -- filling in for Larry (who’s on assignment). On the pod, the crew talks about a potential return of a Major League Soccer...

  25. Sharks Captain Logan Couture Joins Us | With Authority (Ep. 54)

    San Jose Sharks captain Logan Couture joins the With Authority podcast for an entertaining conversation about his love for the Buffalo Bills, potentially playing out the rest of this season and his unique choice for his goal song. On the episode, we learn about how many teeth he’s lost, the most...

  26. Arik Armstead of the 49ers | With Authority (Ep. 53)

    49ers Defensive Lineman Arik Armstead joins the With Authority Podcast to check in with Larry, Casey and Chris. The guys talk about the 2020 49ers schedule, moving forward from the Super Bowl LIV loss and how Arik is doing his part to help the community – including an abundance of charitable...

  27. ASU Head Coach Herm Edwards | With Authority (Bonus Episode)

    Arizona State Football head coach Herm Edwards joins ABC 7’s Chris Alvarez to talk about 49ers first round draft pick and former ASU wide receiver Brandon Aiyuk. Learn why Coach Edwards says Aiyuk has some qualities that remind him of Jerry Rice and the special bond he shares with 49ers general...

  28. Steve Kerr Joins Us | With Authority (Ep. 52)

    The 8-time NBA champion and head coach of the Golden State Warriors, Steve Kerr, has been home with family, growing a quarantine beard since the stay at home order started. Kerr joins the us to detail his thoughts on the Last Dance, the trait Stephen Curry shares with Michael Jordan, his new...

  29. SF Giants GM Scott Harris | With Authority (Ep. 51)

    Get to know San Francisco Giants new GM Scott Harris in an extended conversation. We were excited to have Harris on the show, because outside of his outstanding resume, personal details about him are hard to come by. The son of two doctors, and a Bay Area native, Harris masterfully bobs and…

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  30. Cal Football Head Coach Justin Wilcox | With Authority (Bonus Episode)

    Cal Football head coach Justin Wilcox joins ABC 7’s Chris Alvarez to talk about the current state of the Golden Bears during the Covid-19 pandemic. Cal was in the middle of spring football practice when everything was shut down. Coach and Chris talk about the upcoming 2020 season, plus Aaron...

  31. Raheem Mostert Of The 49ers | With Authority (Ep. 50)

    Who is the fastest man in the NFL? 49ers tailback Raheem Mostert thinks he is. The former track star at Purdue would not let his NFL dreams die, even after going undrafted and being cut repeatedly. After years of toiling on special teams, Mostert got his big chance and ran wild, an epic 220 yard…

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  32. Stefan Noesen of the San Jose Sharks | With Authority (Ep. 49)

    With the NHL shutdown due to the COVID-19 outbreak, we continue our home quarantine series of With Authority by checking in with Stefan Noesen of the San Jose Sharks. Noesen shows off his collection of doggos, tells us how he's passing the time, and talks about what it took to recover from both…

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  33. SJSU Head Coach Brent Brennan | With Authority (Bonus Episode)

    San Jose State football was in the middle of spring practice when everything was shut down due to the Coronavirus. Sports Anchor Chris Alvarez catches up with San Jose State football head coach Brent Brennan to see how the Spartans are hanging in during the shelter in place. Coach and Chris talk...

  34. Stanford Head Coach David Shaw (Bonus Episode) | With Authority

    Covid-19 has hit Santa Clara County extremely hard, Sports Anchor Chris Alvarez catches up with Stanford Football head coach David Shaw to check in on the Cardinal Football program. Chris and Coach talk about how Stanford is navigating the shelter in place orders, Stanford’s top NFL Draft...

  35. Pure Energy With Eric Byrnes | With Authority (Ep. 48)

    We chase down the energetic Eric Byrnes for an epic discussion that includes a home tour, a treadmill talk, and a look at what the MLB player-turned Iron Man is up to while in home quarantine. Byrnes recaps the time he tackled a rogue fan on the field, and stopped a home intruder with a single...

  36. Superstar Sabrina Ionescu | With Authority (Ep. 47)

    Sabrina Ionescu is the best women's player in college basketball and she hails from right here in Walnut Creek. The former Miramonte High School star went on to have a record-setting career at Oregon and now is on the doorstep of potentially being the first overall pick in the upcoming WNBA…

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  37. Evan Weaver Becomes First 2x Guest | With Authority (Ep. 45)

    Former Cal Linebacker Evan Weaver becomes the first ever guest to appear on With Authority at least twice! Weaver who led the nation in tackles in 2019, joins Larry Beil and Chris Alvarez to talk about his NFL Combine experience (why he stared at a wall for more than 2 minutes), how he’s prepping...

  38. SF Giants Manager Gabe Kapler | With Authority (Ep. 44)

    San Francisco Giants Manager Gabe Kapler joins us from his home, as we all remain in self-isolation during the Covid-19 outbreak. We play a little game of With Authority Jeopardy, covering many topics with the Giants skipper. Kapler breaks down nutrition, how he's keeping his MLB manager mind…

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  39. Evander Kane of the San Jose Sharks | With Authority (Ep. 43)

    San Jose Sharks star Evander Kane is on ice right now, just not the kind he prefers. Kane is enduring life in quarantine. He joins us to offer his extensive thoughts on Netflix’s The Tiger King (did Carole feed her husband to the cats?!?), PLUS the kitchen mishap that almost sent Kane to the...

  40. Bonus Episode - Chase Garbers of the California Golden Bears

    Chris Alvarez talks with Cal Football quarterback Chase Garbers. Chris and Chase discuss the sudden suspension of spring football due to Coronavirus and how the team looked during spring practice up until that point. Chris finds out if life has changed much since Chase's Big Game performance and...

  41. Bonus Episode - Jordan Ford of Saint Mary's

    Chris Alvarez catches up with Saint Mary’s basketball star Jordan Ford. The senior opens up about the season ending abruptly, his relationship with Stephen Curry and how he’s preparing for the NBA Draft during quarantine. Jordan also details how he's working on his NBA2K game. Learn more about…

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  42. Deep discussions with Daniel Cormier - UFC/MMA Legend | With Authority (Ep. 42)

    Daniel Cormier may be the most accomplished fighter in MMA history. He is as good on the mic as he is in the Octagon. We FINALLY caught up with DC for a deep -- and somehow (at times) hilarious -- conversation covering everything from Daddy Day Care during self-isolation, profound loss and...

  43. Eric Paschall of the Golden State Warriors | With Authority (Ep. 41)

    The last year of Eric Paschall's life has been crazy. Drafted by the Warriors, he emerged as a rookie standout, appeared in the NBA's Rising Stars Game -- scoring 23 points, and is now stuck in his home in San Francisco wondering when the season will resume. We caught up with the Warriors forward...

  44. NBA Suspends The Season - Emergency Pod

    The NBA has decided to suspend the 2020 season due to CoronaVirus concerns after Utah Jazz All-Star Rudy Gobert tests positive. Already on the verge of playing in empty arenas, we try to wrap our heads around Covid-19's impact on the NBA and the entire sports landscape. Larry and Casey are joined...

  45. A's legend Dennis Eckersley | With Authority (Ep. 40)

    We caught up with A's legend Dennis Eckersley for an extended conversation in a GAZEBO as we count down to baseball season. The 1992 Cy Young and MVP on the pressure of being a closer and overcoming failure on the biggest stage. PLUS we go rapid-fire quizzing Eck on definitions from the...

  46. MLB Scandals, Speaking with Sean Manaea, Curry's Comeback | With Authority (Ep. 39)

    What do Rob Manfred, Aubrey Huff and Mike Bloomberg have in common? They all made it into this week's edition of the podcast. Can the commissioner of baseball do anything right after the Astros sign-stealing scandal? His own star players don't think so. We've compiled their comments. Expectations...

  47. More A's Ws or Giants Ls?, Warriors Get Wiggins, Talking with Tua | With Authority (Ep. 38)

    This week's special guests: Tua Tagovailoa and his father, Galu (@ 23 minute mark). Larry and Casey return from Super Bowl week and dive right into a potential new MLB Meatball Madness Bet. Will the Oakland Athletics win more games than the San Francisco Giants will lose? Oddsmakers have the A's...

  48. MARCUS SEMIEN of the Oakland A's | With Authority (Ep. 37)

    Oakland A's shortstop Marcus Semien joins us for a candid and fun conversation with a surprise guest at the end! Semien opens up about the balance between family and baseball, his upcoming free agency, and the Houston Astros cheating scandal. Semien, a big 49ers fan, also makes his official...

  49. Harlem Globetrotters | With Authority (Ep. 36)

    Cue the Sweet Georgia Brown, the Harlem Globetrotters are in the house. After destroying the Globies on our office mini-hoop last year, we thought it would be fun to just sit down and talk this time around. Globetrotters Zeus McClurkin and Scooter Christensen join us for a hilarious conversation...

  50. 49ers Playoff Edition, New Mugs! | With Authority (Ep. 35)

    The San Francisco 49ers are about to host their first every playoff game at Levi's Stadium. We whip around each position group and make our official picks. And Casey has an under-reported angle that could be the key to the 49ers surprising success this season. Learn more about your ad choices....

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"With Authority" is a weekly potpourri of Bay Area Sports and other things in a mixed bag of weirdness, by Larry Beil, Casey Pratt, and the ABC7 Sports team.

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ABC7 Bay Area, Larry Beil, Casey Pratt

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