http://www.kplu.org/art_thiel.html Kirsten Kendrick's Q. & A. with Seattle PI Sport Columnist Art Thiel is every Friday during M.E. at 5:30am and 7:30am and again that same day on ATC at 4:45pm. It also airs on Saturdays during Weekend Edition at 5:35 a.m. and 7:35 a.m. en-us KPLU Fri, 20 Nov 2009 05:00:00 GMT Wed, 25 Nov 2009 17:19:38 GMT Public Podcaster 30 info@kplu.org Kirsten Kendrick no SPORTS,MARINERS,SEATTLE PI,SEATTLE SPORTS,ART THIEL Kirsten Kendrick's Q. & A. with Seattle PI Sport Columnist Art Thiel is every Friday during M.E. at 5:30am and 7:30am and again that same day on ATC at 4:45pm. It also airs on Saturdays during Weekend Edition at 5:35 a.m. and 7:35 a.m. Kirsten Kendrick http://media.publicbroadcasting.net/kplu/ondemand/podcast/podcastImage_613_small.gif http://www.kplu.org/art_thiel.html http://www.publicbroadcasting.net/kplu/news.newsmain?action=article&ARTICLE_ID=1580131 Real Salt Lake defeated the Los Angeles Galaxy 5-4 in penalty kicks to win the MLS Cup championship soccer game in Seattle Sunday. Sports commentator Art Thiel tells KPLU's Kirsten Kendrick that Seattle is the real winner in all of this. kplu Fri, 20 Nov 2009 05:00:00 GMT info@kplu.org http://www.publicbroadcasting.net/kplu/.jukebox/media/kplu/871860/mp3/news/podcast/613/871860.mp3 00:00:00 no ART THIEL, KIRSTEN KENDRICK, SOUNDERS, MLS CUP Real Salt Lake defeated the Los Angeles Galaxy 5-4 in penalty kicks to win the MLS Cup championship soccer game in Seattle Sunday. Sports commentator Art Thiel tells KPLU's Kirsten Kendrick that Seattle is the real winner in all of this. Real Salt Lake defeated the Los Angeles Galaxy 5-4 in penalty kicks to win the MLS Cup championship soccer game in Seattle Sunday. Sports commentator Art Thiel tells KPLU's Kirsten Kendrick that Seattle is the real winner in all of this. Kirsten Kendrick http://www.publicbroadcasting.net/kplu/news.newsmain?action=article&ARTICLE_ID=1577406 He may be about to turn 40, but Ken Griffey Junior says he has one more year in him. He signed a one-year contract this week with the Mariners - the team that gave him his first shot in the majors. Sports commentator Art Thiel talks with KPLU's Kirsten Kendrick about the timing of the announcement and what Griffey's role will be next year. kplu Fri, 13 Nov 2009 05:00:00 GMT info@kplu.org http://www.publicbroadcasting.net/kplu/.jukebox/media/kplu/870605/mp3/news/podcast/613/870605.mp3 00:00:00 no ART THIEL, KIRSTEN KENDRICK He may be about to turn 40, but Ken Griffey Junior says he has one more year in him. He signed a one-year contract this week with the Mariners - the team that gave him his first shot in the majors. Sports commentator Art Thiel talks with KPLU's He may be about to turn 40, but Ken Griffey Junior says he has one more year in him. He signed a one-year contract this week with the Mariners - the team that gave him his first shot in the majors. Sports commentator Art Thiel talks with KPLU's Kirsten Kendrick about the timing of the announcement and what Griffey's role will be next year. Kirsten Kendrick http://www.publicbroadcasting.net/kplu/news.newsmain?action=article&ARTICLE_ID=1574693 The Seahawks are now 3 and 5, after beating the Detroit Lions Sunday. Seahawks coach Jim Mora laid down the law with his players last week, threatening to let some of them go. And some players did get cut. Sports commentator Art Thiel tells KPLU's Kirsten Kendrick it was too much, too soon. kplu Fri, 06 Nov 2009 05:00:00 GMT info@kplu.org http://www.publicbroadcasting.net/kplu/.jukebox/media/kplu/869396/mp3/news/podcast/613/869396.mp3 00:00:00 no ART THIEL, KIRSTEN KENDRICK The Seahawks are now 3 and 5, after beating the Detroit Lions Sunday. Seahawks coach Jim Mora laid down the law with his players last week, threatening to let some of them go. And some players did get cut. Sports commentator Art Thiel tells The Seahawks are now 3 and 5, after beating the Detroit Lions Sunday. Seahawks coach Jim Mora laid down the law with his players last week, threatening to let some of them go. And some players did get cut. Sports commentator Art Thiel tells KPLU's Kirsten Kendrick it was too much, too soon. Kirsten Kendrick http://www.publicbroadcasting.net/kplu/news.newsmain?action=article&ARTICLE_ID=1572105 The Seattle Sounders F-C and Houston Dynamo ended their playoff game Thursday night with a 0-0 draw before a record crowd at Qwest Field. It's the first of two games in the Western Conference semifinal series. Game 2 is in Houston on November 8th. The Sounders' success on and off the field this season is the topic of this week's conversation between KPLU's Kirsten Kendrick and sports commentator Art Thiel. kplu Fri, 30 Oct 2009 04:00:00 GMT info@kplu.org http://www.publicbroadcasting.net/kplu/.jukebox/media/kplu/868180/mp3/news/podcast/613/868180.mp3 00:00:00 no ART THIEL, KIRSTEN KENDRICK, SOUNDERS F-C The Seattle Sounders F-C and Houston Dynamo ended their playoff game Thursday night with a 0-0 draw before a record crowd at Qwest Field. It's the first of two games in the Western Conference semifinal series. Game 2 is in Houston on November The Seattle Sounders F-C and Houston Dynamo ended their playoff game Thursday night with a 0-0 draw before a record crowd at Qwest Field. It's the first of two games in the Western Conference semifinal series. Game 2 is in Houston on November 8th. The Sounders' success on and off the field this season is the topic of this week's conversation between KPLU's Kirsten Kendrick and sports commentator Art Thiel. Kirsten Kendrick http://www.publicbroadcasting.net/kplu/news.newsmain?action=article&ARTICLE_ID=1569081 Catcher Kenji Johjima surprised many Mariner fans this week. He announced he was leaving the team and returning to his native Japan despite having two more years on his contract worth $16 million dollars. Sports commentator Art Thiel tells KPLU's Kirsten Kendrick that a lot of issues contributed to Johjima's abrupt departure. kplu Fri, 23 Oct 2009 04:00:00 GMT info@kplu.org http://www.publicbroadcasting.net/kplu/.jukebox/media/kplu/866838/mp3/news/podcast/613/866838.mp3 00:00:00 no ART THIEL, KIRSTEN KENDRICK, KENJI JOHJIMA Catcher Kenji Johjima surprised many Mariner fans this week. He announced he was leaving the team and returning to his native Japan despite having two more years on his contract worth $16 million dollars. Sports commentator Art Thiel tells Catcher Kenji Johjima surprised many Mariner fans this week. He announced he was leaving the team and returning to his native Japan despite having two more years on his contract worth $16 million dollars. Sports commentator Art Thiel tells KPLU's Kirsten Kendrick that a lot of issues contributed to Johjima's abrupt departure. Kirsten Kendrick http://www.publicbroadcasting.net/kplu/news.newsmain?action=article&ARTICLE_ID=1566529 The University of Washington football team lost to Arizona State Saturday, 24-17. Halfway through the season, the Huskies are 3-4. It's a big accomplishment, considering they were winless last year...and considering who they've beaten this season - namely USC, who was ranked 3rd in the country at the time. But sports commentator Art Thiel tells KPLU's Kirsten Kendrick that there's more to the team's success than just their record. kplu Fri, 16 Oct 2009 04:00:00 GMT info@kplu.org http://www.publicbroadcasting.net/kplu/.jukebox/media/kplu/865762/mp3/news/podcast/613/865762.mp3 00:00:00 no UW, ART THIEL, KIRSTEN KENDRICK The University of Washington football team lost to Arizona State Saturday, 24-17. Halfway through the season, the Huskies are 3-4. It's a big accomplishment, considering they were winless last year...and considering who they've beaten this The University of Washington football team lost to Arizona State Saturday, 24-17. Halfway through the season, the Huskies are 3-4. It's a big accomplishment, considering they were winless last year...and considering who they've beaten this season - namely USC, who was ranked 3rd in the country at the time. But sports commentator Art Thiel tells KPLU's Kirsten Kendrick that there's more to the team's success than just their record. Kirsten Kendrick http://www.publicbroadcasting.net/kplu/news.newsmain?action=article&ARTICLE_ID=1563834 The Seahawks are off to an unexpectedly bad 1-and-3 start this season. Sports commentator Art Thiel tells KPLU's Kirsten Kendrick that this Sunday's game against Jacksonville is practically a must-win, according to coach Jim Mora. kplu Fri, 09 Oct 2009 04:00:00 GMT info@kplu.org http://www.publicbroadcasting.net/kplu/.jukebox/media/kplu/864648/mp3/news/podcast/613/864648.mp3 00:00:00 no ART THIEL, KIRSTEN KENDRICK The Seahawks are off to an unexpectedly bad 1-and-3 start this season. Sports commentator Art Thiel tells KPLU's Kirsten Kendrick that this Sunday's game against Jacksonville is practically a must-win, according to coach Jim Mora. The Seahawks are off to an unexpectedly bad 1-and-3 start this season. Sports commentator Art Thiel tells KPLU's Kirsten Kendrick that this Sunday's game against Jacksonville is practically a must-win, according to coach Jim Mora. Kirsten Kendrick http://www.publicbroadcasting.net/kplu/news.newsmain?action=article&ARTICLE_ID=1561116 The Mariners wrapped up their season at home Sunday with a victory against the Texas Rangers. The M's had a winning season this year - which surprised many people, including KPLU sports commentator Art Thiel. Art tells KPLU's Kirsten Kendrick that this year's success creates a dilemma about the future of Ken Griffey, Jr. kplu Fri, 02 Oct 2009 04:00:00 GMT info@kplu.org http://www.publicbroadcasting.net/kplu/.jukebox/media/kplu/863501/mp3/news/podcast/613/863501.mp3 00:00:00 no ART THIEL, KIRSTEN KENDRICK The Mariners wrapped up their season at home Sunday with a victory against the Texas Rangers. The M's had a winning season this year - which surprised many people, including KPLU sports commentator Art Thiel. Art tells KPLU's Kirsten The Mariners wrapped up their season at home Sunday with a victory against the Texas Rangers. The M's had a winning season this year - which surprised many people, including KPLU sports commentator Art Thiel. Art tells KPLU's Kirsten Kendrick that this year's success creates a dilemma about the future of Ken Griffey, Jr. Kirsten Kendrick http://www.publicbroadcasting.net/kplu/news.newsmain?action=article&ARTICLE_ID=1558356 How do you come down off the high of upsetting one of the highest-ranked football teams in the country just one year after not having any wins at all? That's what the University of Washington Huskies will have to do when they take on Stanford in California Saturday night. KPLU's Kirsten Kendrick talked with sports commentator Art Thiel about how the Huskies' big win over USC last week factors into the rest of the season. kplu Fri, 25 Sep 2009 04:00:00 GMT info@kplu.org http://www.publicbroadcasting.net/kplu/.jukebox/media/kplu/862292/mp3/news/podcast/613/862292.mp3 00:00:00 no ART THIEL, KIRSTEN KENDRICK How do you come down off the high of upsetting one of the highest-ranked football teams in the country just one year after not having any wins at all? That's what the University of Washington Huskies will have to do when they take on Stanford in How do you come down off the high of upsetting one of the highest-ranked football teams in the country just one year after not having any wins at all? That's what the University of Washington Huskies will have to do when they take on Stanford in California Saturday night. KPLU's Kirsten Kendrick talked with sports commentator Art Thiel about how the Huskies' big win over USC last week factors into the rest of the season. Kirsten Kendrick http://www.publicbroadcasting.net/kplu/news.newsmain?action=article&ARTICLE_ID=1555704 The Seattle Storm have once again left the WNBA playoffs in the first round. They lost to the Los Angeles Sparks Sunday 75 to 64. KPLU sports commentator Art Thiel says there is an underlying problem that is keeping the Storm from playing their best basketball during the playoffs. He talked with KPLU's Kirsten Kendrick. kplu Fri, 18 Sep 2009 04:00:00 GMT info@kplu.org http://www.publicbroadcasting.net/kplu/.jukebox/media/kplu/861071/mp3/news/podcast/613/861071.mp3 00:00:00 no ART THIEL, KIRSTEN KENDRICK The Seattle Storm have once again left the WNBA playoffs in the first round. They lost to the Los Angeles Sparks Sunday 75 to 64. KPLU sports commentator Art Thiel says there is an underlying problem that is keeping the Storm from playing their best The Seattle Storm have once again left the WNBA playoffs in the first round. They lost to the Los Angeles Sparks Sunday 75 to 64. KPLU sports commentator Art Thiel says there is an underlying problem that is keeping the Storm from playing their best basketball during the playoffs. He talked with KPLU's Kirsten Kendrick. Kirsten Kendrick http://www.publicbroadcasting.net/kplu/news.newsmain?action=article&ARTICLE_ID=1552984 The Seahawks opened their season at home this Sunday against the St. Louis Rams, winning 28-0. Sports Commentator Art Thiel tells KPLU's Kirsten Kendrick that the Hawks are poised to have a decent record this year. kplu Fri, 11 Sep 2009 04:00:00 GMT info@kplu.org http://www.publicbroadcasting.net/kplu/.jukebox/media/kplu/859824/mp3/news/podcast/613/859824.mp3 00:00:00 no ART THIEL, KIRSTEN KENDRICK The Seahawks opened their season at home this Sunday against the St. Louis Rams, winning 28-0. Sports Commentator Art Thiel tells KPLU's Kirsten Kendrick that the Hawks are poised to have a decent record this year. The Seahawks opened their season at home this Sunday against the St. Louis Rams, winning 28-0. Sports Commentator Art Thiel tells KPLU's Kirsten Kendrick that the Hawks are poised to have a decent record this year. Kirsten Kendrick http://www.publicbroadcasting.net/kplu/news.newsmain?action=article&ARTICLE_ID=1550656 The much-anticipated start to the University of Washington football season is Saturday in a nationally televised game against Louisiana State University at Husky Stadium (at 7:30 pm). To say a lot is riding on this season is an understatement. Sports commentator Art Thiel tells KPLU's Kirsten Kendrick that Husky fans may have too much riding on this first game. kplu Fri, 04 Sep 2009 04:00:00 GMT info@kplu.org http://www.publicbroadcasting.net/kplu/.jukebox/media/kplu/858741/mp3/news/podcast/613/858741.mp3 00:00:00 no UW, ART THIEL, KIRSTEN KENDRICK The much-anticipated start to the University of Washington football season is Saturday in a nationally televised game against Louisiana State University at Husky Stadium (at 7:30 pm). To say a lot is riding on this season is an understatement. The much-anticipated start to the University of Washington football season is Saturday in a nationally televised game against Louisiana State University at Husky Stadium (at 7:30 pm). To say a lot is riding on this season is an understatement. Sports commentator Art Thiel tells KPLU's Kirsten Kendrick that Husky fans may have too much riding on this first game. Kirsten Kendrick http://www.publicbroadcasting.net/kplu/news.newsmain?action=article&ARTICLE_ID=1547865 The Seattle Seahawks signed one of the N-F-L's best known players this week when they picked up Edgerrin James. The star running back is the leading active rusher in the game. KPLU's Gary Davis asked Seattle PI.com sports columnist Art Thiel if the Seahawks made a smart move. kplu Fri, 28 Aug 2009 04:00:00 GMT info@kplu.org http://www.publicbroadcasting.net/kplu/.jukebox/media/kplu/857387/mp3/news/podcast/613/857387.mp3 00:00:00 no ART THIEL, SEATTLE PI.COM, KPLU SPORTS, EDGERRIN JAMES, PRESEASON FOOTBALL The Seattle Seahawks signed one of the N-F-L's best known players this week when they picked up Edgerrin James. The star running back is the leading active rusher in the game. KPLU's Gary Davis asked Seattle PI.com sports columnist Art Thiel The Seattle Seahawks signed one of the N-F-L's best known players this week when they picked up Edgerrin James. The star running back is the leading active rusher in the game. KPLU's Gary Davis asked Seattle PI.com sports columnist Art Thiel if the Seahawks made a smart move. Kirsten Kendrick http://www.publicbroadcasting.net/kplu/news.newsmain?action=article&ARTICLE_ID=1545138 A lot of people are talking about the news that former star quarterback Michael Vick has agreed to play for the Philadelphia Eagles. He struck the deal shortly after being released from prison on a dog fighting conviction. Sports commentator Art Thiel tells KPLU's Kirsten Kendrick that Vick may say he's sorry for what he did but his actions leave a lot to be desired. kplu Fri, 21 Aug 2009 04:00:00 GMT info@kplu.org http://www.publicbroadcasting.net/kplu/.jukebox/media/kplu/856086/mp3/news/podcast/613/856086.mp3 00:00:00 no THIEL A lot of people are talking about the news that former star quarterback Michael Vick has agreed to play for the Philadelphia Eagles. He struck the deal shortly after being released from prison on a dog fighting conviction. Sports commentator Art A lot of people are talking about the news that former star quarterback Michael Vick has agreed to play for the Philadelphia Eagles. He struck the deal shortly after being released from prison on a dog fighting conviction. Sports commentator Art Thiel tells KPLU's Kirsten Kendrick that Vick may say he's sorry for what he did but his actions leave a lot to be desired. Kirsten Kendrick http://www.publicbroadcasting.net/kplu/news.newsmain?action=article&ARTICLE_ID=1542402 It's been one year since the Summer Olympics were held in Beijing, China. Sports commentator Art Thiel was there and tells KPLU's Kirsten Kendrick about some of the highlights of the games and what's happened now that the spotlight is no longer shining on the country. kplu Fri, 14 Aug 2009 04:00:00 GMT info@kplu.org http://www.publicbroadcasting.net/kplu/.jukebox/media/kplu/855835/mp3/news/podcast/613/855835.mp3 00:00:00 no It's been one year since the Summer Olympics were held in Beijing, China. Sports commentator Art Thiel was there and tells KPLU's Kirsten Kendrick about some of the highlights of the games and what's happened now that the spotlight is It's been one year since the Summer Olympics were held in Beijing, China. Sports commentator Art Thiel was there and tells KPLU's Kirsten Kendrick about some of the highlights of the games and what's happened now that the spotlight is no longer shining on the country. Kirsten Kendrick http://www.publicbroadcasting.net/kplu/news.newsmain?action=article&ARTICLE_ID=1539561 The newest members of the Mariners have made their debuts - to mixed reviews. Sports commentator Art Thiel takes a look at the recent trade acquisitions with KPLU's Kirsten Kendrick. kplu Fri, 07 Aug 2009 04:00:00 GMT info@kplu.org http://www.publicbroadcasting.net/kplu/.jukebox/media/kplu/853554/mp3/news/podcast/613/853554.mp3 00:00:00 no ART THIEL, KIRSTEN KENDRICK The newest members of the Mariners have made their debuts - to mixed reviews. Sports commentator Art Thiel takes a look at the recent trade acquisitions with KPLU's Kirsten Kendrick. The newest members of the Mariners have made their debuts - to mixed reviews. Sports commentator Art Thiel takes a look at the recent trade acquisitions with KPLU's Kirsten Kendrick. Kirsten Kendrick http://www.publicbroadcasting.net/kplu/news.newsmain?action=article&ARTICLE_ID=1536002 Four members of the Seattle Sounders F-C participated in this week's Major League Soccer All-Star game in Utah. More proof of just how good this first-year expansion team is and how passionately their fans support them. It's the topic of conversation this week between KPLU's Kirsten Kendrick and sports commentator Art Thiel. kplu Fri, 31 Jul 2009 04:00:00 GMT info@kplu.org http://www.publicbroadcasting.net/kplu/.jukebox/media/kplu/851965/mp3/news/podcast/613/851965.mp3 00:00:00 no ART THIEL, KIRSTEN KENDRICK, SOUNDERS Four members of the Seattle Sounders F-C participated in this week's Major League Soccer All-Star game in Utah. More proof of just how good this first-year expansion team is and how passionately their fans support them. It's the topic of Four members of the Seattle Sounders F-C participated in this week's Major League Soccer All-Star game in Utah. More proof of just how good this first-year expansion team is and how passionately their fans support them. It's the topic of conversation this week between KPLU's Kirsten Kendrick and sports commentator Art Thiel. Kirsten Kendrick http://www.publicbroadcasting.net/kplu/news.newsmain?action=article&ARTICLE_ID=1533849 The Mariners have some big choices to make ahead of next week's Major League Baseball trading deadline (Friday, July 31st). Sports Commentator Art Thiel tells KPLU's Kirsten Kendrick it's time for the team to do some selling. kplu Fri, 24 Jul 2009 04:00:00 GMT info@kplu.org http://www.publicbroadcasting.net/kplu/.jukebox/media/kplu/850993/mp3/news/podcast/613/850993.mp3 00:00:00 no ART THIEL, KIRSTEN KENDRICK The Mariners have some big choices to make ahead of next week's Major League Baseball trading deadline (Friday, July 31st). Sports Commentator Art Thiel tells KPLU's Kirsten Kendrick it's time for the team to do some selling. The Mariners have some big choices to make ahead of next week's Major League Baseball trading deadline (Friday, July 31st). Sports Commentator Art Thiel tells KPLU's Kirsten Kendrick it's time for the team to do some selling. Kirsten Kendrick http://www.publicbroadcasting.net/kplu/news.newsmain?action=article&ARTICLE_ID=1530791 Ten years ago this week, Safeco Field opened as the new home of the Seattle Mariners. Many people didn't want taxpayer dollars being used to help build it. But sports commentator Art Thiel tells KPLU's Kirsten Kendrick the stadium was worth all the controversy. kplu Fri, 17 Jul 2009 04:00:00 GMT info@kplu.org http://www.publicbroadcasting.net/kplu/.jukebox/media/kplu/849590/mp3/news/podcast/613/849590.mp3 00:00:00 no SAFECO FIELD, ART THIEL, KIRSTEN KENDRICK Ten years ago this week, Safeco Field opened as the new home of the Seattle Mariners. Many people didn't want taxpayer dollars being used to help build it. But sports commentator Art Thiel tells KPLU's Kirsten Kendrick the stadium was Ten years ago this week, Safeco Field opened as the new home of the Seattle Mariners. Many people didn't want taxpayer dollars being used to help build it. But sports commentator Art Thiel tells KPLU's Kirsten Kendrick the stadium was worth all the controversy. Kirsten Kendrick http://www.publicbroadcasting.net/kplu/news.newsmain?action=article&ARTICLE_ID=1527892 The Mariners look strong as they finish up the first half of the season. With the team heading into the All-Star break, sports commentator Art Thiel tells KPLU's Kirsten Kendrick it's time to look at how the Mariners are doing and how the rest of the season might play out. kplu Fri, 10 Jul 2009 04:00:00 GMT info@kplu.org http://www.publicbroadcasting.net/kplu/.jukebox/media/kplu/848258/mp3/news/podcast/613/848258.mp3 00:00:00 no THIEL, MID-SEASON The Mariners look strong as they finish up the first half of the season. With the team heading into the All-Star break, sports commentator Art Thiel tells KPLU's Kirsten Kendrick it's time to look at how the Mariners are doing and how the The Mariners look strong as they finish up the first half of the season. With the team heading into the All-Star break, sports commentator Art Thiel tells KPLU's Kirsten Kendrick it's time to look at how the Mariners are doing and how the rest of the season might play out. Kirsten Kendrick