Inside the Arena: A Seattle Sports Podcast

In the 25th edition of "Inside the Arena!" KOMO Sports Director Niko Tamurian talks exclusively with Seattle Mariners star Julio Rodriguez about philanthropy, giving back to the community, and his upbringing in the Dominican Republic.

Plus, Niko and Chris talk at length about the settlement in the NBA TV and Digital Rights negotiations and how it relates to Seattle, in the weekly "Supersonic Minute".

As always, Chris and Niko also talk about what's good and bad in the local sports business world in "Four Corners."

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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 Sports Commission's President and CEO Beth Knox for an in-depth conversation about luring large scale sports events in recent years, and in the near future.

Knox shares details about recruiting the NHL's Winter Classic and MLB All Star Game, along with the FIFA Club World Cup and 2026 World Cup. She also talks at length about the events she's currently attempting to bring to Seattle, plus the teams and leagues that may be eyeing Seattle. In addition, Knox shares some exciting news about the Sports Star of the Year event in 2025.

Niko and Chris also talk about the return of the NBA to Seattle in the “Supersonic Minute”.

As always, Chris and Niko also talk about what's good and bad in the local sports business world in "Four Corners."

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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 team, the National picture, and one of their key players.

Niko talks at length with kicker WSU kicker Dean Janikowski about the foundation he created in honor of his late mother, and what he’s experienced off-the-field.

Niko and Chris also share new details about the return of the NBA to Seattle in a longer-than-normal edition of the “Supersonic Minute”.

As always, Chris and Niko also talk about what's good and bad in the local sports business world in "Four Corners."

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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 member Joy Hollingsworth about her personal connection to the Seattle Supersonics, and what her basketball career taught her about leadership and politics. Hollingsworth was a Seattle Prep basketball star, who played at the University of Arizona and professionally overseas, before coming back to Seattle.

Joy also shares a personal never-before-told story about her time with Anthony Bourdain.

Plus, as usual, Chris and Niko cover what's good and what's bad off the court and off the field in "Four Corners".

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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 President Gianni Infantino, who was in town to tour Seattle's soccer facilities and make a big announcement about future FIFA World Cup games in the city.

Niko and Chris also reflect on the life and career of Seattle TV legend Tony Ventrella, who passed away at the age of 80.

As always, Chris and Niko also talk about what's good and bad in the local sports business world in "Four Corners."

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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 NBA exhibition game in Seattle, and observations behind the scenes.

Niko and Chris pull the curtain back on what they heard and a potential timeline, plus share conversations with Los Angeles Clippers and Portland Trailblazers players about a Seattle return. Plus, Chris talks with Climate Pledge Arena Vice President Rosie Selle about whether the building could host another anchor tenant and how quickly crews can convert the interior.

As always, Chris and Niko also talk about what's good and bad in the local sports business world in "Four Corners".

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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 look ahead to the exhibition game scheduled for Climate Pledge Arena.

Niko goes in depth with former Seattle Supersonics and current Portland Trailblazers play-by-play broadcaster Kevin Calabro about his time in Seattle, his job in Portland, and what is potentially holding up NBA expansion. Calabro also discusses the trend for teams to move away from regional sports networks in favor of linear television.

Plus, Niko and Chris talk about the history made with the Seattle Kraken, a big hire off-the-field for the Seattle Mariners, and what's good and bad in the local sports business world in "Four Corners.”

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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 Cup, Pac-12 Expansion, and TV ratings.

Chris talked a length with Seattle World Cup Organizing Committee Chair Peter Tomozawa about plans for a 'World's Fair' of sorts, and Seattle's former World's Fair site. Plus, Chris talked 1-on-1 with Seattle's Mayor Bruce Harrell on whether city infrastructure can support the event and if Sound Transit will actually finish a key section of the route in time to hold hundreds of thousands of visitors.

Plus, Niko and Chris talk about the Mariners future, Kraken ratings, and the big news with Gonzaga moving to the Pac-12.

As usual, Niko and Chris also discuss what's good and bad in the local sports business world in "Four Corners".

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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 Expansion.

Niko and Chris share a portion of a conversation with Ed Tapscott, who was the first hire of the NBA's expansion Charlotte Bobcats. Tapscott talked about the process during a lengthy interview done in partnership with the Iconic Sonics Podcast. He talks candidly about what went right and what went wrong when starting up a brand new NBA franchise, and if there are lessons learned for Seattle.

Plus, Chris shares more about the secret stash of Sonics memorabilia that stayed in Seattle and is ready to be unboxed should the NBA return. You will hear from the Executive Director of the Museum of History and Industry about the deal with Clay Bennett to preserve the old banners and retired jerseys.

As usual, Niko and Chris discuss what's good and bad in the local sports business world in "Four Corners".

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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 realignment news.

Chris shares a long-form discussion he had with WSU President Kirk Schulz about the invitations to Boise State, Fresno State, San Diego State, and Colorado State Universities. Schulz gets in-depth about why it makes financial sense for now and in the future.

Plus, Chris shares an update on NBA expansion and a recent hire for the effort in Seattle.

As usual, Niko and Chris discuss what's good and bad in the local sports business world in "Four Corners" and the recent Apple Cup.

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