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Damon and Ratto

Weekdays 2-6pm with Damon Bruce and Ray Ratto.
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Episodes

Chatting with Steve Kerr, making sense of Joe Lacob's comments, and more

In Hour 3, Whitey Gleason (in for Damon) and Ray Ratto catch up with Warriors head coach Steve Kerr, revisit some of Joe Lacob's comments, and discuss James Wiseman's future. Plus, the guys end the show by trying to come up with the best solution to the NFL's scheduling issue.

Jan 06, 202352 min

Warriors loss to Pistons, good news for Damar Hamlin

In Hour 2, Whitey Gleason (in for Damon) and Ray Ratto continue to react to the Warriors loss to the Pistons, share good news on the Damar Hamlin front, try to make sense of the NFL's options moving forward, and more.

Jan 06, 202348 min

Why is Joe Lacob talking about Bob Myers' contract situation?

Whitey Gleason and Ray Ratto react to Golden State Warriors owner Joe Lacob saying that he's offered President of Basketball Operations Bob Myers multiple contract extensions. Why is Lacob saying this now? Is it all some large negotiating tactic by Lacob and the Warriors?

Jan 06, 202312 min

Under-the-radar stories and the NFL's plan

In Hour 1, Damon Bruce and Ray Ratto hit a few under-the-radar stories: the USMNT drama and Dana White's bad day. Plus, where does the NFL go from here after the postponement of Monday Night Football?

Jan 05, 202350 min

Peter King: Nick Bosa will "get my vote" for DPOY

NFL insider Peter King joins Damon and Ratto to discuss potential solutions to the NFL's unique scheduling problem, breaks down the San Francisco 49ers' nine-game winning streak, Nick Bosa's Defensive Player of the Year chances, and more.

Jan 05, 202325 min

Nick Bosa: Winning DPOY would be "icing on the cake"

San Francisco 49ers defensive lineman Nick Bosa joins Damon and Ratto to discuss his Defensive Player of the Year-worthy season, his team's nine-game winning streak, his unique helmet, Brock Purdy's performance so far, the scary moment in Cincinnati on Monday Night Football, and more.

Jan 05, 202322 min

BONUS: Week 18 Playoff Implications For The 49ers | 'The 415ers'

From 'The 415ers' ( subscribe here ): Hosts Evan Giddings and Marc Grandi look ahead to a meaningful Week 18 across the NFL. What should 49ers fans have their eyes on this weekend and is the No. 1 seed in the NFC still realistic? To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices...

Jan 04, 202312 min

Michael Irvin: Win in Vegas absolutely "is a good experience for Purdy"

NFL Hall of Fame wide receiver Michael Irvin joins Damon and Ratto to discuss the frightening night in Cincinnati for Damar Hamlin and the rest of the NFL. Plus, what did the 49ers win in Las Vegas mean to the Playmaker? Did he learn anything about Brock Purdy and the offense?

Jan 04, 202322 min

Can Klay Thompson keep carrying the Warriors?

Damon and Ratto continue to react to the Golden State Warriors' wild win over the Atlanta Hawks and focus on Klay Thompson's performance. Can he keep it up without Curry and Wiggins?

Jan 04, 20238 min

Talking through a scary night in Cincinnati

In Hour 1, Damon Bruce and Ray Ratto talk through the scary situation involving Damar Hamlin on Monday Night Football in Cincinnati. Where do we all go from here?

Jan 04, 202349 min

BONUS: Brandon Aiyuk Showing Superstar Potential | 'Reception Perception'

From 'Reception Perception' ( subscribe here ), Matt and James discuss Brandon Aiyuk's continued impressive performance this season with the latest being a nine catch game against the Las Vegas Raider. Tune In. Matt Harmon and James Koh whip around the NFL and cover the position they know best: Wide receivers. Using the data from Harmon's exclusive Reception Perception charting methodology, the guys give their takes on receivers at every level of the game. Whether it's the biggest stars in the l...

Jan 03, 202315 min

BONUS: McCaffrey Makes The Offense Easy | 'No Huddle Podcast'

From 'No Huddle Podcast' ( subscribe here ): Hosts Brian Renick and Al Sacco discuss Christian McCaffrey's projected stats if he played the whole year in San Francisco, what Brock Purdy does that Jimmy can't and if Kyle Shanahan's successful coaching is being overlooked. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices...

Jan 03, 202311 min

BONUS: McCaffrey And Aiyuk Will 49ers To No. 2 Seed In NFC | 'The 415ers'

From 'The 415ers' ( subscribe here ): Hosts Evan Giddings and Marc Grandi react to the San Francisco 49ers' 37-34 win over the Raiders in Las Vegas, the team's ninth win in a row. Christian McCaffrey and Brandon Aiyuk both came up huge all game long. Where would this team be without them? Because the Vikings lost, the 49ers are now the No. 2 seed in the NFC. And believe it or not, but the No. 1 seed is still on the table. What needs to happen for the 49ers to move past the Eagles? Evan and Marc ...

Jan 02, 202320 min

Warriors injury updates, previewing 49ers vs. Raiders, and more

In Hour 4, John Dickinson and Larry Krueger (in for Damon and Ratto) discuss what Kevon Looney means to the Warriors, get a few injury updates from Steve Kerr, discuss the 49ers chances to snag the second seed (or even the top seed) in the NFC, preview 49ers vs. Raiders, and more.

Dec 31, 202249 min

Festus Ezeli: Kuminga is a future "Defensive Player of the Year"

Festus Ezeli, a former Golden State Warriors big man and current analyst on NBC Sports Bay Area, joins John Dickinson and Larry Krueger on Damon and Ratto to discuss the Warriors' three-game winning streak, the development of the young guys, and more.

Dec 31, 202213 min

Mike Sando: 49ers aren't afraid of Philly and "can beat them"

Mike Sando, a veteran of 25 years on the NFL beat, joins John Dickinson and Larry Krueger on Damon and Ratto to discuss Brock Purdy, the future of the 49ers' quarterback room, the 49ers' standing in the NFC, and more. Plus, his thoughts on the Raiders' benching of Derek Carr.

Dec 31, 202213 min

Farhan speaks, Kumigna comparisons, and Mike Sando

In Hour 2, John Dickinson and Larry Krueger (in for Damon and Ratto) provide updates from a rare Farhan Zaidi media appearance, try to find a comparison for Jonathan Kuminga, chat with Mike Sando, and more.

Dec 31, 202251 min

Remembering the WILD 2022 Sports Year

In Hour 1, John Dickinson and Larry Krueger (in for Damon and Ratto) remember a wild 2022 for Bay Area sports fans. What moments stick out to you from both the 49ers and Warriors seasons? Plus, where do both teams go now as they look ahead to 2023?

Dec 30, 202251 min

BONUS: Protect Brock At All Costs | 'No Huddle Podcast'

From 'No Huddle Podcast' ( subscribe here ): Host Zain Naqvi and special guest co-host Rohan Chakravarthi praise the offensive line for its improvement, discuss the 49ers offensive MVP and what to expect from the play calling going into the playoffs, and commend the defense for its consistent excellence. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices...

Dec 30, 202221 min

BONUS: Jimmy Garoppolo vs. Derek Carr | 'The 415ers'

From 'The 415ers' ( subscribe here ): Hosts Evan Giddings and Marc Grandi discuss the 49ers rivalry with the Las Vegas Raiders. Is it as fiery as it once was when the Raiders were in Oakland? With both Jimmy Garoppolo's career in the Red and Gold and Derek Carr's career in the Silver and Black potentially over, the guys compare and contrast the two quarterbacks. Who's had the better career? Who would you rather have starting in 2023? To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices vi...

Dec 30, 202215 min

BONUS: Backup Quarterbacks Show the Truth About a Franchise | 'The Best Football Show'

From 'The Best Football Show' ( subscribe here ), The NFL is built around the quarterback but having a good backup QB is never easy in the league. Which teams have shown they have great QB depth? To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices...

Dec 30, 202211 min
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