Costa and Jansen with Heather
Episodes
Can Walton from Rochester Hills pull off the Two Grand Slam?
31 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Can you do as well as Walton in today's edition of the Two Grand Slam?
Best of March Madness on 97.1 The Ticket: Michigan’s Final Four Bound & We’re Breaking It All Down
30 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
The Ticket team breaks down a massive Elite Eight weekend, from Michigan State’s heartbreaking exit to Michigan’s statement victory. Plus, we look...
3/30/26 - Are you emotionally invested in this Michigan hoops team? Tigers takeaways, The Red Wings no-show again, Did the Lions do Taylor Decker dirty?
30 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
3/30/26 - Are you emotionally invested in this Michigan hoops team? Tigers takeaways, The Red Wings no-show again, Did the Lions do Taylor Decker dir...
9:00 HOUR: Taylor Decker questionable (feelings), Heather delivers the news
30 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
9:00 HOUR: Taylor Decker questionable (feelings), Heather delivers the news
8:00 HOUR: Do MSU fans want Tom Izzo back? Tigers takeaways
30 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
8:00 HOUR: Do MSU fans want Tom Izzo back? Tigers takeaways
7:00 HOUR: Did the Lions do Taylor Decker dirty? Michigan is headed to the Final Four
30 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
7:00 HOUR: Did the Lions do Taylor Decker dirty? Michigan is headed to the Final Four
6:00 HOUR: Are you emotionally invested in this Michigan team? The Red Wings no-show again
30 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
6:00 HOUR: Are you emotionally invested in this Michigan team? The Red Wings no-show again
Are you as attached to this Michigan hoops team?
30 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
The Wolverines ripped through the Midwest Region on their way to the Final Four
Did the Lions do Taylor Decker dirty?
30 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Decker opened up to Justin Rogers of Detroit Football Network
Do MSU fans want Tom Izzo to return next season?
30 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
The legendary Spartans coach said he isn't going anywhere after being bounced in the NCAA Tournament
The Red Wings no-show again
30 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
A day after beating the East-leading Sabres, the Wings fell at home to the Flyers 5-3
Tigers takeaways
30 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
The Tigers took two of three in their opening series against the Padres
Best of the Tigers on 97.1 The Ticket: McGonigle's Debut, Season Predictions And Best Ballpark Food
28 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
The Detroit Tigers season in underway and started with a bang. Kevin McGonigle has a historical debut against the Padres, the guys make season predict...
Best Of The Lions On 97.1 The Ticket: Importance Of Drafting An OL In 1st Round, Are The Lions Done In FA?, & More!
28 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
This week's Best Of Lions begins with Costa & Jansen's conversation about whether the Lions NEED to take a tackle in the first round of the draft. The...
3/27/26 - A dream start for the Tigers, Are Michigan and MSU fans rooting for the other to advance? Cookie Jar, Confrontational Collin is at it again
27 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
3/27/26 - A dream start for the Tigers, Are Michigan and MSU fans rooting for the other to advance? Cookie Jar, Confrontational Collin is at it agai...
9:00 HOUR: Two nits to pick from the Tigers win, Heather gives us the news
27 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
9:00 HOUR: Two nits to pick from the Tigers win, Heather gives us the news
8:00 HOUR: Are Michigan and MSU fans rooting for the ultimate grudge match? Confrontational Collin is at it again
27 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
8:00 HOUR: Are Michigan and MSU fans rooting for the ultimate grudge match? Confrontational Collin is at it again
7:00 HOUR: Is Skubal's pitch count going to be an ongoing issue with fans? Cookie Jar
27 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
7:00 HOUR: Is Skubal's pitch count going to be an ongoing issue with fans? Cookie Jar
6:00 HOUR: A dream start for the Tigers, Are Michigan and MSU fans rooting for their rivals to advance?
27 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
6:00 HOUR: A dream start for the Tigers, Are Michigan and MSU fans rooting for their rivals to advance?
A dream start for the Tigers
27 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
The Tigers scored four runs in the 1st inning and Kevin McGonigle had four hits in Detroit's Opening Day win over the Padres
Are Michigan and MSU fans rooting for their rivals to advance?
27 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Michigan and MSU both face Sweet 16 games tonight
Are we going to harp on this all season?
27 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Tarik Skubal was pulled after 74 pitches and Riley Greene struck out twice in the Tigers' 8-2 win on Opening Day
Confrontational Collin is at it again
27 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Heather's husband berated a solicitor that came to their home
Cookie Jar: National Joe Day
27 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
We discuss sports nicknames, your favorite place to eat (with a catch), National Joe Day, and more!
3/26/26 - Tigers expectations for 2026, Two Grand Slam, Dear Jon, Jon's Comerica Park food review
26 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
3/26/26 - Tigers expectations for 2026, Two Grand Slam, Dear Jon, Jon's Comerica Park food review
9:00 HOUR: Who's your Tiger for 2026? Heather gives us the news
26 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
9:00 HOUR: Who's your Tiger for 2026? Heather gives us the news
8:00 HOUR: The most anticipated Detroit sports debuts, Jon's Comerica Park food review
26 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
8:00 HOUR: The most anticipated Detroit sports debuts, Jon's Comerica Park food review
7:00 HOUR: Two Grand Slam, Dear Jon
26 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
7:00 HOUR: Two Grand Slam, Dear Jon
6:00 HOUR: Jon looks ready to take the mound, Tigers expectations for 2026
26 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
6:00 HOUR: Jon looks ready to take the mound, Tigers expectations for 2026
Dear Jon: Paying for the wedding
26 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Jon gives advice on situations involving hiring family, a stepdaughter's wedding, and pen pals
Jon's Comerica Park food review
26 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Comerica Park is introducing ten new food items this season
Jon's ready to take the mound today
26 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
With the Tigers season beginning today, Jon is wearing his custom 77 Jansen Tigers jersey
Meet the Smoothie King
26 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
ESPN's Ben Solak ranked the Lions as the 3rd most improved roster after the initial wave of free agency
The most anticipated Detroit sports debuts
26 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Kevin McGonigle will skip AAA Toledo and be with the Tigers on Opening Day
Tigers season expectiations
26 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
How far do you think the Tigers will go in 2026?
Mike from Royal Oak tries the Two Grand Slam
26 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Can you do better than Mike in today's edition of the Two Grand Slam?
Who's your Tiger for 2026?
26 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
The Tigers begin their 2026 season today in San Diego
Best of the Tigers on 97.1 The Ticket: Baseball is back!
25 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
The Ticket is your ultimate guide to the Detroit Tigers season. In this episode, the team shares their official predictions, reacts to Kevin McGonigle...
3/24/26 - Can the Pistons win a 1st round series without Cade? Two Grand Slam, Tigers Fact or Fiction, Do you believe in the Red Wings?
24 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
3/24/26 - Can the Pistons win a 1st round series without Cade? Two Grand Slam, Tigers Fact or Fiction, Do you believe in the Red Wings?
9:00 HOUR: Do you believe in the Red Wings? Heather gives us the news
24 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
9:00 HOUR: Do you believe in the Red Wings? Heather gives us the news
8:00 HOUR: The draft scenario that worries Jon, How are you adjusting to gas prices?
24 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
8:00 HOUR: The draft scenario that worries Jon, How are you adjusting to gas prices
7:00 HOUR: Two Grand Slam, Tigers Fact or Fiction
24 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
7:00 HOUR: Two Grand Slam, Tigers Fact or Fiction
6:00 HOUR: Can the Pistons win a playoff series without Cade? Duke hates Duke
24 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
6:00 HOUR: Can the Pistons win a playoff series without Cade? Heather leads Stoney's bracket pool
A Lions scenario that scares Jon
24 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Could the Lions trade out of the 1st round of the draft entirely?
Can the Pistons win a 1st round series without Cade Cunningham?
24 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
With last night's 113-110 win over the Lakers, the Pistons have won three in a row since Cunningham's injury
Do the Lions HAVE to draft an offensive tackle in the 1st round?
24 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
The NFL Draft is less than a month away
Do you believe in the Red Wings?
24 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
The Wings face a critical game tonight against Ottawa
First place in Stoney's NCAA pool is... Heather?
24 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Heather finds herself on top of the leaderboard going into the Sweet 16
How are you adjusting to higher gas prices?
24 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Jon was hit with some sticker shock this morning
Tigers Fact or Fiction
24 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Jim and Jon have 10 predictions before the Tigers season begins on Thursday
Jeff from Farmington Hills tries the Two Grand Slam
24 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Can you do better than Jeff in today's edition of the Two Grand Slam?
Best of March Madness on 97.1 The Ticket: How Dangerous Are Michigan & Michigan State?
23 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Survive and advance. The Ticket recaps a wild opening weekend of the NCAA Tournament and shifts the focus to the state of Michigan. We’re analyzing ...
3/23/26 - Is Cinderella dead? Did Brad Holmes fail free agency? How do you avoid paying big for parking? The Big Ten vs. The Field
23 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
3/23/26 - Is Cinderella dead? Did Brad Holmes fail free agency? How do you avoid paying big for parking? The Big Ten vs. The Field
9:00 HOUR: Heather's News, Who killed Cinderella?
23 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
9:00 HOUR: Heather's News, Who killed Cinderella?
8:00 HOUR: The Big Ten vs. The Field , Are the Lions really done with free agency?
23 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
8:00 HOUR: The Big Ten vs. The Field , Are the Lions really done with free agency?
7:00 HOUR: The Red Wings are currently out of the playoffs, How do you avoid paying big for parking?
23 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
7:00 HOUR: The Red Wings are currently out of the playoffs, How do you avoid paying big for parking?
6:00 HOUR: Is Cinderella dead? Did Brad Holmes fail free agency?
23 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
6:00 HOUR: Is Cinderella dead? Did Brad Holmes fail free agency?
The Big Ten vs. the Field
23 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
The Big Ten has six teams advance to this year's Sweet 16
How do you avoid paying through the nose for parking?
23 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
We continue our discussion after Heather paid $100 to park downtown this weekend
Did Heather get gouged for parking?
23 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Heather paid $100 to park downtown for Monster Jam
Did the Lions fail free agency? Pt 2
23 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
We continue our discussion after Justin Rogers' report that the Lions are done with the "heavy lifting" in free agency
Did the Lions fail in free agency? Pt 1
23 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Lions beat writer Justin Rogers reports that the organization is done with all of the "heavy lifting" in acquiring free agents
Who killed Cinderella?
23 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
The Sweet 16 is filled with a bevy of power conference teams
Best Of The Lions On 97.1 The Ticket: How Lions Will Address O-Line In Draft + Is Brad Holmes Thrift Shopping? + More!
21 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Costa & Jansen begin this week's Best Of The Lions with their thoughts on how the Lions need to approach addressing their O-Line issues in this year's...
Full Show: What does life without Cade look like for the Pistons?
20 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Jim and Jon are back with Red Wings, Pistons, Michigan and Michigan State all notching wins on Thursday. But the feel-good Friday is hampered somewhat...
Hour 1: Wings, Pistons, Michigan & Spartans take care of business
20 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
There's a lot to cover on Day 2 of the NCAA Tournament. Jim and Jon begin things by celebrating a nice win for the Red Wings over Montreal. The Piston...
Hour 2: Processing Cade's injury a day later
20 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
The conversation continues with a reflection on Cade Cunningham's collapsed lung, and what it means for the Pistons with the playoffs on the horizon. ...
Hour 3: What injury in Detroit sports history do you most wish you could undo?
20 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Jim and Jon spin Cade's injury in a different direction: the most impactful in the history of Detroit sports? Jahvid Best, Kirby Joseph, Reggie Brown,...
Hour 4: Projecting Pistons playoffs scenarios on Cade's return timeline
20 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
The guys continue the discussion about Cade Cunningham's collapsed lung, and what it means for the Pistons' outlook for the postseason, depending on w...
Full show: 3.19.2026 - March Madness tips off + Cade out indefinitely
19 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
The show opens with elation over the start of the NCAA Tournament, today at noon ET. Are you playing hooky? The guys think it has to be one of the lea...
Hour 1: Happy March Madness to all who celebrate!
19 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
The NCAA Tournament Round of 64 officially tips off today at noon ET. Jim and Jon are relishing the "gluttony" of overdosing on the barrage of college...
Hour 2: Playing hooky to watch the tournament
19 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
The guys and Heather discuss calling out "sick" to watch March Madness. Is it overkill to tell your boss that you have explosive diarrhea to get out o...
Hour 3: Lions free agency options - either or neither?
19 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Jim and Jon discuss a handful of players the Lions could target in free agency. Jon critiques Rory McIlroy's Masters menu. More on living with parents...
Hour 4: Breaking - Cade Cunningham out with collapsed lung
19 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Jim and Jon react in real time to the news of Pistons star Cade Cunningham being sidelined for at least a couple weeks due to a collapsed lung. What d...
Full Show: Lions Draft Boards and the Skubal Backlash
18 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Cost & Jansen break down the latest NFL mock draft and the Detroit Lions' strategy for securing their offensive line. They also explore why some Detro...
HR 1: The Tarik Skubal Debate
18 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
The Detroit sports community debates whether Tigers' ace Tarik Skubal's recent decisions reflect a "soft" competitive edge or standard modern pitching...
HR 2: Is Detroit Turning on Tarik Skubal?
18 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Costa & Jansen examine the growing disconnect between Detroit fans and Tigers' pitcher Tarik Skubal, questioning whether his limited availability duri...
HR 3: Solving the Lions' O-Line Issues in the Draft
18 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
The Detroit Lions' draft strategy is under the microscope as analysts debate whether the team should trade up to secure a top offensive tackle like Mo...
HR 4: More NFL Draft Scenarios
18 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Costa & Jansen weigh the benefits of drafting high-caliber tackles like Blake Miller against the optics of Skubal’s recent participation decisions a...
Full Show: 3.17.26 - The most wonderful time of the sports year
17 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Jim and Jon discuss potential underdog stories as the NCAA Tournament draws near. Are the coming weeks the best point in the sports calendar? Plus, ho...
Hour 1: Identifying potential March Madness Cinderellas
17 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
The show begins with Jim and Jon examining potential Cinderella stories for the upcoming NCAA tournament, highlighting underdogs like Santa Clara, Hig...
Hour 2: Is March the best time of the sports calendar?
17 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Jim and Jon explore the strategies and superstitions surrounding picking local favorites like Michigan and Michigan State in NCAA bracket pools. The c...
Hour 3: The hierarchy of Detroit sports teams
17 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Jim and Jon debate the pecking order of Detroit sports teams, ranking the Lions first and the Tigers second while discussing how factors like player r...
Hour 4: Why you shouldn't pick Michigan to win it all
17 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Jim and Jon debate the strategic value of picking local favorite Michigan to win a March Madness bracket while considering the mathematical advantage ...
Full Show: 3.16.26 - Reacting to Selection Sunday
16 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
The gang is back from an interesting weekend highlighted by the Oscars and Selection Sunday. The Wolverines and Spartans have high hopes after earning...
Hour 3: Spartans in the 'Region of Doom'
16 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Hour 3: Jim and Jon continue with their reaction to Michigan State getting a third seed in what they say is a very rugged East Region. The Spartans co...
Hour 4: National pundit picks Michigan-MSU for tourney final
16 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Jim and Jon react to former Virginia Tech coach turned CBS analyst Seth Greenberg picking a Wolverines-Spartans championship game in the NCAA Tourname...
Hour 1: Breaking down NCAA Tourney outlook for Michigan, MSU
16 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Costa, Jansen and Heather discuss the big storylines from the weekend: The Oscars, and Selection Sunday for the NCAA Tournament. The Wolverines receiv...
Best Of The Lions On 97.1 The Ticket: Are You Losing Patience With Brad Holmes? + Should Lions Be NFC North Favorites? + More!
14 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Costa & Jansen get this week's Best Of Lions started with a discussion about their patience with Brad Holmes as he continues to stay passive in free a...
3/13/27 - Is the sky falling on the Red Wings? Who is the favorite in the NFC North? Cookie Jar, Restaurant pet peeves
13 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
3/13/27 - Is the sky falling on the Red Wings? Who is the favorite in the NFC North? Cookie Jar, Restaurant pet peeves
9:00 HOUR: Are the Lions really the favorites in the NFC North? Heather's News
13 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
9:00 HOUR: Are the Lions really the favorites in the NFC North? Heather's News
8:00 HOUR: Is the sky falling on the Red Wings? Restaurant pet peeves
13 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
8:00 HOUR: Is the sky falling on the Red Wings? Restaurant pet peeves
7:00 HOUR: Who is the NFC North favorite? Cookie Jar
13 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
7:00 HOUR: Who is the NFC North favorite? Cookie Jar
6:00 HOUR: Should Miami (OH) still get in the NCAA Tournament? Are injuries an excuse for the Red Wings?
13 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
6:00 HOUR: Should Miami (OH) still get in the NCAA Tournament? Are injuries an excuse for the Red Wings?
Cookie Jar: Spring is coming
13 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
We discuss 3-1-3 Day, St. Patrick's Day, Opening Day, and more!
3/12/26 - NFL Free Agent Frenzy: Day 3, Two Grand Slam, Dear Jon, Are you losing patience with Brad Holmes?
12 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
3/12/26 - NFL Free Agent Frenzy: Day 3, Two Grand Slam, Dear Jon, Are you losing patience with Brad Holmes?
9:00 HOUR: Detroit Do-overs, Red Wings Panic Meter
12 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
9:00 HOUR: Detroit Do-overs, Red Wings Panic Meter
8:00 HOUR: Are you losing patience with Brad Holmes? Heather gives us the news
12 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
8:00 HOUR: Are you losing patience with Brad Holmes? Heather gives us the news
7:00 HOUR: Two Grand Slam, Dear Jon
12 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
7:00 HOUR: Two Grand Slam, Dear Jon
6:00 HOUR: NFL Free Agent Frenzy: Day3, Wants vs. needs for the Lions
12 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
6:00 HOUR: NFL Free Agent Frenzy: Day3, Wants vs. needs for the Lions