The Zone

The Zone

The Zone

Wednesday, April 24, 201904/24/2019

Kyle Smith – New WSU Basketball Coach

In Hear It Now

Mark spoke with Washington State University basketball coach Kyle Smith about his new role and what he is expecting for…

Wednesday, March 27, 201903/27/2019

Daulton Hommes and Sterling Somers -Point Loma Nazarene Sea Lions

In Hear It Now

Former Whatcom county players Daulton Hommes and Sterling Somers talk with Mark press conference style about their upcoming contest in the NCAA II Elite 8.

Wednesday, March 20, 201903/20/2019

Tony Castricone – Voice of the Huskies

In Hear It Now

The Dawgs are heading to the NCAA Tournament this week. Mark catches up with the Voice of the Huskies, Tony Castricone to talk about Husky hoops and their opening game against Utah St.

Tuesday, March 12, 201903/12/2019

Shannon Drayer – Mariners Insider

In Hear It Now

Mariner Radio Reporter Shannon Drayer visits Mark in The Zone to talk about the team’s trip to Japan and gives an overview of the Mariners spring training season so far.

Thursday, February 21, 201902/21/2019

Tim Dickerson, Mike Elsner, and Steve Alvord – BHS Basketball Greats

In Hear It Now

Mark caught up with Tim Dickerson, Mike Elsner, and Steve Alvord to talk Bellingham high school Red Raider basketball, and his love for their dramatic 80’s “Superman” intro.

Tuesday, February 5, 201902/05/2019

Tony Castricone – Voice of the Huskies

In Hear It Now

The voice of the Huskies, Tony Castricone joins Mark in the Zone to talk Husky basketball as the Dawgs lead the PAC-12.

Friday, January 18, 201901/18/2019

Daulton Hommes – Whatcom County basketball star

In Hear It Now

Daulton Hommes formerly of Whatcom County now leads Point Loma Nazarene in scoring. He joined Mark in The Zone to talk about potential NBA prospects and his time in Whatcom County.

Tuesday, January 15, 201901/15/2019

Trevor Jasinsky – WWU Viking Basketball

In Hear It Now

WWU’s leading scorer Trevor Jasinsky joined Mark in The Zone to talk about his team beating Central on the road Saturday.

Friday, January 11, 201901/11/2019

Mariners Caravan – Dan Altavilla, Nick Rumbelow and Rick Rizzs

In Hear It Now

The Mariners winter caravan is rolling through Bellingham. Mark had relief pitchers Dan Altavilla and Nick Rumbelow, along with the voice of the Mariners Rick Rizzs in the studio.

Wednesday, January 9, 201901/09/2019

Comedian – Lewis Black

In Hear It Now

Comedian Lewis Black returns to The Zone on KPUG.

Podcasts

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Jason Upton and Rick Todd open the New Year by previewing the Seahawks’ regular season finale against the 49ers to…

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Jason Upton and Rick Todd look back at all the top sports stories from 2025, including Whatcom County prep state…

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Jason Upton and Rick Todd react to the Seahawks’ overtime win over the Rams on Thursday Night Football before talking…

Sports Saturday 12/13/25: Rivers vs. Seahawks, WWU’s Carmen Dolfo, Polanco to the Mets and more

Jason Upton and Rick Todd talk Philip Rivers’ return to the NFL against the Seahawks before chatting with WWU women’s…