Costa and Jansen with Heather
Episodes
Best Of The Pistons on 97.1 The Ticket: Is It Time For A Big Move? Giannis? Jaren Jackson Jr??
31 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
As the trade deadline nears and with the East up for grabs, is it time for Trajan Langdon and the Pistons to swing big?
1/30/26 - Michgian vs. MSU, The Picks, Todd McLellan, Cookie Jar
30 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
1/30/26 - Michgian vs. MSU, The Picks, Todd McLellan, Cookie Jar
8:00 HOUR: Michigan vs. MSU, Heather gives us the news
30 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
8:00 HOUR: Michigan vs. MSU, Heather gives us the news
7:00 HOUR: Todd McLellan, Cookie Jar
30 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
7:00 HOUR: Todd McLellan, Cookie Jar
6:00 HOUR: Pro Bowl and College Basketball Picks, Michigan vs. MSU battle of styles
30 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
6:00 HOUR: Pro Bowl and College Basketball Picks, Michigan vs. MSU battle of styles
Todd McLellan: "We have done enough to be buyers"
30 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Red Wings head coach Todd McLellan joins us with just a few games remaining before the Olympic break
Pro Bowl and College Basketball Picks
30 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
The picks continue before next week's Super Bowl LX
Cookie Jar: Rivalry Edition
30 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
We discuss the best room in the house, rivalries, polar bear vs. gorilla, and more!
1/29/26 - Thursday Touchdown, What defines a successful deadline for the Pistons? Two Grand Slam, Dear Jon
29 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
1/29/26 - Thursday Touchdown, What defines a successful deadline for the Pistons? Two Grand Slam, Dear Jon
9:00 HOUR: What do you want to see the Pistons do before the trade deadline? Heather's News
29 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
9:00 HOUR: What do you want to see the Pistons do before the trade deadline? Heather's News
8:00 HOUR: Ross Tucker previews the Super Bowl, Are Wings fans getting a little nervous?
29 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
8:00 HOUR: Ross Tucker previews the Super Bowl, Are Wings fans getting a little nervous?
7:00 HOUR: Two Grand Slam, Dear Jon
29 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
7:00 HOUR: Two Grand Slam, Dear Jon
6:00 HOUR: Heather is hot (her words), Thursday Touchdown
29 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
6:00 HOUR: Heather is hot (her words), Thursday Touchdown
Are you getting a little nervous about the Red Wings?
29 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
The Red Wings haven't had back-to-back games without a point since Black Friday
Dear Jon: Not enough sex
29 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Jon gives advice on situations involving a guys night, getting cut out of pictures, a soured sex life, and a deadbeat dad
Thursday Touchdown: Who is mocked to the Lions?
29 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Gov peppers Jim and Jon with seven topics across college and pro football
Nick from White Lake tries the Two Grand Slam
29 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Can you do better than Nick in today's edition of the Two Grand Slam?
What do you want to see the Pistons do in the next week?
29 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
The NBA trade deadline is one week from today
Ross Tucker previews the Super Bowl
29 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
NFL insider Ross Tucker joins us to preview Super Bowl LX
1/28/26 - Jon hits 50, Jim's Super Bowl Storylines, Are you on board with NIL for Michigan high schoolers? Did Bill Belichick get snubbed?
28 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
1/28/26 - Jon hits 50, Jim's Super Bowl Storylines, Are you on board with NIL for Michigan high schoolers? Did Bill Belichick get snubbed?
9:00 HOUR: Did Bill Belichick get snubbed? Jon turns 50
28 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
9:00 HOUR: Did Bill Belichick get snubbed? Jon turns 50
8:00 HOUR: More on the MHSAA approving NIL, Sam Darnold's family tree
28 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
8:00 HOUR: More on the MHSAA approving NIL, Sam Darnold's family tree
7:00 HOUR: Are you on board with NIL for high school athletes in Michigan? Heather's News
28 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
7:00 HOUR: Are you on board with NIL for high school athletes in Michigan? Heather's News
6:00 HOUR: Michigan and MSU won ahead of their Friday night showdown, Jim's Super Bowl Storylines
28 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
6:00 HOUR: Michigan and MSU won ahead of their Friday night showdown, Jim's Super Bowl Storylines
Birthday advice for Jon
28 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Jon turned the big 5-0 today
Did Bill Belichick get snubbed?
28 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
The six-time Super Bowl winning head coach was not elected into the Pro Football Hall of Fame
Are you on-board with NIL for Michigan high school athletes? Pt 2
28 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
We continue our discussion after the MHSAA approved expanded opportunities for high school athletes in the state
Are you on-board with NIL for Michigan high school athletes? Pt 1
28 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
The MHSAA approved expanded NIL opportunities for high school athletes in the state
Super Bowl Storylines
28 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Costa gives eight reasons why you should tune in to Super Bowl LX
1/27/26 - Are the Red Wings trade deadline buyers no matter what? Two Grand Slam, The best movie of 2025, Uncomfortable television
27 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
1/27/26 - Are the Red Wings trade deadline buyers no matter what? Two Grand Slam, The best movie of 2025, Uncomfortable television
9:00 HOUR: Are the Red Wings trade deadline buyers no matter what? Shadeur Sanders in the Pro Bowl?
27 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
9:00 HOUR: Are the Red Wings trade deadline buyers no matter what? Shadeur Sanders in the Pro Bowl?
8:00 HOUR: Heather's News, Uncomfortable TV
27 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
8:00 HOUR: Heather's News, Uncomfortable TV
7:00 HOUR: Two Grand Slam, The Best movie of 2025
27 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
7:00 HOUR: Two Grand Slam, The Best movie of 2025
6:00 HOUR: The Lions upgrade the offensive braintrust, Nobody wants to coach the Cleveland Browns anymore
27 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
6:00 HOUR: The Lions upgrade the offensive braintrust, Nobody wants to coach the Cleveland Browns anymore
Are the Red Wings trade deadline buyers no matter what?
27 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
The Red Wings have five games remaining before the Olympic break, and nine before the trade deadline
Do the Lions need to upgrade their defensive braintrust?
27 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
The Lions hired former Giants interim head coach Mike Kafka as a high-level offensive assistant
Shadeur Sanders a Pro Bowler?
27 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
With Drake Maye playing in the Super Bowl, the Browns rookie was named to the AFC roster
What was the best movie of 2025? Pt 2
27 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
We continue our discussion after Jim and Heather were both disappointed with two Oscar-nominated movies
What was the best movie of 2025? Pt 1
27 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Jim and Heather each saw two Oscar-nominated movies the weekend and came away unimpressed
Jon in Lapeer attempts the Two Grand Slam
27 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Can you do better than Jon in today's edition of the Two Grand Slam?
Uncomfortable things to watch, Pt 2
27 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
We continue our discussion after this weekend's Netflix special featuring Alex Honnold free-climbing a skyscraper in Taiwan
Uncomfortable things to watch, Pt 1
27 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Jon watched the Netflix special of Alex Honnold free-climbing a Taiwanese skyscraper
Who wants to coach the Cleveland Browns?
27 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Several assistant coaches have pulled their names out of the running to be the head coach in Cleveland
Why are Costa and Gator so fired up about Shadeur Sanders being named to the Pro Bowl?
27 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Shadeur Sanders vs. Joe Flacco? Seriously?
Best Of The Lions On 97.1 The Tickets: Bold Idea For The Lions, Who The Lions Should Select At 17, And More!
24 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Costa & Jansen propose a bold idea for the Lions. Plus, Karsch & Anderson debate who Brad Holmes should select at 17th overall in this year's draft, V...
1/23/26 - Championship Sunday Picks, An ice cream debate, Cookie Jar, Which Super Bowl matchup do you want to see?
23 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
1/23/26 - Championship Sunday Picks, An ice cream debate, Cookie Jar, Which Super Bowl matchup do you want to see?
9:00 HOUR: Which Super Bowl matchup do you want to see? Heather with the news
23 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
9:00 HOUR: Which Super Bowl matchup do you want to see? Heather with the news
8:00 HOUR: Favorite movie quotes, Has the cold changed your weekend plans?
23 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
8:00 HOUR: Favorite movie quotes, Has the cold changed your weekend plans?
7:00 HOUR: Love or hate strawberry ice cream? Cookie Jar
23 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
7:00 HOUR: Love or hate strawberry ice cream? Cookie Jar
6:00 HOUR: The Wings get a point, Championship Sunday Picks
23 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
6:00 HOUR: The Wings get a point, Championship Sunday Picks
Championship Sunday Picks
23 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
The participants of Super Bowl LX will be decided Sunday
Is the cold weather changing your plans for the weekend?
23 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
It is expected to be bitterly cold outside this weekend
Favorite movie quotes
23 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
This question in the Cookie Jar drew out a lot of responses
Cookie Jar: Memorable TV commercials
23 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
We discuss saying hello, our favorite childhood commercials, movie quotes, and more!
Strawberry Ice Cream: Love it or hate it?
23 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
A conversation about football went off the rails into an ice cream debate
Costa: Sam Darnold is Strawberry Ice Cream
23 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Jim makes an analogy for the Seahawks quarterback
What Super Bowl matchup do you want to see?
23 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
The participants of Super Bowl LX will be decided this Sunday
1/22/26 - Thursday Touchdown, Did Amon-Ra St. Brown's comments bother you? Two Grand Slam, Dear Jon
22 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
1/22/26 - Thursday Touchdown, Did Amon-Ra St. Brown's comments bother you? Two Grand Slam, Dear Jon
9:00 HOUR: Are Amon-Ra St. Brown's comments something or nothing? Heather gives us the news
22 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
9:00 HOUR: Are Amon-Ra St. Brown's comments something or nothing? Heather gives us the news
8:00 HOUR: Ross Tucker, A birthday for Cookies
22 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
8:00 HOUR: Ross Tucker, A birthday for Cookies
7:00 HOUR: Two Grand Slam, Dear Jon
22 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
7:00 HOUR: Two Grand Slam, Dear Jon
6:00 HOUR: Fresh Mel! The Thursday Touchdown
22 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
6:00 HOUR: Fresh Mel! The Thursday Touchdown
Ross Tucker previews Championship Sunday
22 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
NFL insider Ross Tucker joins us to talk about this week's conference championship games and the Lions' hiring of Drew Petzold as offensive coordinato...
Dear Jon: Birthday dinner
22 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Jon gives advice on situations involving Door Dash, western movies, parents buying a birthday dinner, and a debate to settle
Do Amon-Ra St. Brown's comments bother you?
22 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
St. Brown said on his podcast that Lions fans "don't know ball" for criticizing the hire of Drew Petzing as their offensive coordinator
Fresh Mel!
22 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Mel Kiper released his first Mock Draft for 2026
Thursday Touchdown: Predicting next year's national champion
22 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Gov peppers Jim and Jon with seven topics across college and pro football
John from Davison tries the Two Grand Slam
22 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Can you do better than John in today's edition of the Two Grand Slam?
1/21/26 - Scott Boras is at it again, NFL Head Coach Matchmaker, Who is the next Indiana? A bold offseason move for the Lions
21 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
1/21/26 - Scott Boras is at it again, NFL Head Coach Matchmaker, Who is the next Indiana? A bold offseason move for the Lions
9:00 HOUR: Who is the next Indiana? Could the Lions cut Taylor Decker?
21 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
9:00 HOUR: Who is the next Indiana? Could the Lions cut Taylor Decker?
8:00 HOUR: Scott Boras is back at it, Did Joe Burrow take a shot at Josh Allen?
21 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
8:00 HOUR: Scott Boras is back at it, Did Joe Burrow take a shot at Josh Allen?
7:00 HOUR: Terribly-colored playing surfaces, A bold offseason move for the Lions
21 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
7:00 HOUR: Terribly-colored playing surfaces, A bold offseason move for the Lions
6:00 HOUR: NFL Head Coach Matchmaker, The CFP might be expanding again
21 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
6:00 HOUR: NFL Head Coach Matchmaker, The CFP might be expanding again
A bold idea for the Lions
21 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Could the Lions cut Taylor Decker to save $18M in salary cap space?
NFL Head Coach Matchmaker
21 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Jim and Jon grade the hires that have already happened this cycle, then find the best candidate for teams still searching
Should the Tigers negotiate with Tarik Skubal before arbitration?
21 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Skubal's agent Scott Boras says he's willing to come to the bargaining table
The College Football Playoff might be expanding even more
21 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
The Big Ten and SEC have until Friday to decide if they want to change the format of the playoff
Who can be the next Indiana?
21 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Which perennial underdog can rise up and become national champions?
Best of the Lions on 97.1 The Ticket: Reactions to Drew Petzing As OC
20 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
The Valenti Show, Costa & Jansen with Heather and Karsch & Anderson give their reactions to the Lions landing on Drew Petzing as their next offensive ...
1/20/26 - Are Lions fans too hard on Jared Goff? Two Grand Slam, Who is Drew Petzing? Unusual ways to stay warm
20 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
1/20/26 - Are Lions fans too hard on Jared Goff? Two Grand Slam, Who is Drew Petzing? Unusual ways to stay warm
9:00 HOUR: Heather's News, Who is Drew Petzing?
20 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
9:00 HOUR: Heather's News, Who is Drew Petzing?
8:00 HOUR: The Pistons are mounting a huge lead in the East, Unusual ways to stay warm
20 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
8:00 HOUR: The Pistons are mounting a huge lead in the East, Unusual ways to stay warm
7:00 HOUR: Are Lions fans too hard on Jared Goff? Two Grand Slam
20 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
7:00 HOUR: Are Lions fans too hard on Jared Goff? Two Grand Slam
6:00 HOUR: Indiana's lasting impact, The 1-seed is the Pistons' to lose
20 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
6:00 HOUR: Indiana's lasting impact, The 1-seed is the Pistons' to lose
Are we too hard on Jared Goff?
20 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Jim took note of the talented quarterbacks that were eliminated this weekend and how poorly they played
Are you in favor of the Lions' offensive coordinator hire?
20 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
The Lions hired little-known Drew Petzing away from the Arizona Cardinals
The 1-seed in the East is the Pistons' to lose
20 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
The Pistons toppled the Celtics last night and now hold a 5.5-game lead in the Eastern Conference standings
Bruce from South Lyon attempts the Two Grand Slam
20 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Can you do better than Bruce in today's edition of the Two Grand Slam?
What is Indiana's lasting impact on college football?
20 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
The Hoosiers completed their 16-0 season last night and won their first national championship
What trick do you use to stay warm?
20 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Several Rams players put cayenne pepper in their socks while playing in frigid Chicago
Who is Drew Petzing?
20 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
We shine some light on the Lions' new choice for offensive coordinator
Best of the Tigers on 97.1 The Ticket: Skubal Arbitration & Missing Out On Bregman
18 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
The best conversations on the Tigers this week include breaking down the looming arbitration case involving Tarik Skubal, updating free agency & more!
Best Of The Pistons on 97.1 The Ticket: Should Detroit Make One Of These Big Trades?
17 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
With the Pistons looking like legit contenders in the East, should Trajan Langdon go big at the trade deadline to push his team over the top? Would on...
Best Of The Lions On 97.1 The Ticket: Which Playoff QBs Would You Rather Have Over Goff, How Can The Lions Improve, And More!
17 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Costa & Jansen get this week's Best Of The Lions started with a conversation about which of all the QBs that made the NFL Playoffs they'd rather have ...
1/16/26 - Divisional Playoff Picks, Have the Dodgers broken baseball? Cookie Jar, Who would you rather have back?
16 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
1/16/26 - Divisional Playoff Picks, Have the Dodgers broken baseball? Cookie Jar, Who would you rather have back?
9:00 HOUR: Is baseball beyond fixing? Heather delivers the news
16 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
9:00 HOUR: Is baseball beyond fixing? Heather delivers the news
8:00 HOUR: Who are you rooting for, and who would you rather have back?
16 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
8:00 HOUR: Who are you rooting for, and who would you rather have back?
7:00 HOUR: Have the Dodgers broken baseball? Cookie Jar
16 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
7:00 HOUR: Have the Dodgers broken baseball? Cookie Jar
6:00 HOUR: The Pistons win ugly, Divisional Playoff Picks
16 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
6:00 HOUR: The Pistons win ugly, Divisional Playoff Picks
Cookie Jar: How late is too late?
16 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
We talk about snow days, soup, phone emojis, and more!