Jake Zivin and Joe Slevin know how much is on the line for the Timbers in Friday's game against the Seattle Sounders at Providence Park, and break down the Western Conference playoff picture. 

They then talk to President of Soccer/GM Gavin Wilkinson, who gets candid about his disappointment in the team's performances during the losses at Toronto and Kansas City, work ethic, the evolution of the rivalry with Seattle, and his thoughts about the Sounders' fanbase.

An all-around good time as Judah Newby and Jake Zivin grapple with what, exactly, happened in Toronto and highlight some promising things they saw on the field during the Timbers' 3-1 loss.

Looking ahead to the Timbers' crucial road game in the Heartland (Sunday, Aug 21, 4:30pm PT), Jake and Judah chat with Nate Bukaty, commentator for Sporting Kansas City. Nate breaks down the SKC's newly-discovered attacking chemistry and also some lingering weak points in defense (SKC blew a 3-1 lead against Austin FC last week). 

Talk Timbers is back with Judah Newby, Jake Zivin and Liam Ridgewell. They joke about the staff game that Ridgewell played in, take a look at the Timbers 1-1 draw with Dallas while also previewing the Timbers upcoming match against Toronto FC. Defender Bill Tuiloma is also interviewed about the upcoming match and how the team is preparing to face them and their key midseason additions.