Costa and Jansen with Heather
Episodes
Who is the most beloved athlete in Detroit in the last 25 years?
13 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Justin Verlander met the media yesterday and talked about his return to Detroit
2/12/26 - Have the Pistons earned higher expectations? When does Taylor Decker owe the Lions a decision? Two Grand Slam, Dear Jon
12 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
2/12/26 - Have the Pistons earned higher expectations? When does Taylor Decker owe the Lions a decision? Two Grand Slam, Dear Jon
9:00 HOUR: When does Taylor Decker owe the Lions a decision? Heather with the news
12 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
9:00 HOUR: When does Taylor Decker owe the Lions a decision? Heather with the news
8:00 HOUR: Is the Pistons season a failure if they don't win the East? Is it okay to ask co-workers to contribute to your kids' fundraiser?
12 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
8:00 HOUR: Is the Pistons season a failure if they don't win the East? Is it okay to ask co-workers to contribute to your kids' fundraiser?
7:00 HOUR: Two Grand Slam, Dear Jon
12 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
7:00 HOUR: Two Grand Slam, Dear Jon
6:00 HOUR: Michigan's comeback, Have the Pistons earned higher expectations?
12 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
6:00 HOUR: Michigan's comeback, Have the Pistons earned higher expectations?
Dear Jon: Let her down easy
12 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Jon gives advice on situations involving a football coaching decision, breaking the friend zone, needing a break, and getting her back
Have the Pistons earned higher expectations?
12 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
President of Basketball Operations Trajan Langdon refused to say if the Pistons can win the NBA championship as they are currently built
How do you feel about children's fundraisers in the office? Pt 2
12 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
We continue our discussion if it's okay to ask your co-workers to contribute
How do you feel about children's fundraisers in the office? Pt 1
12 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Is it fair to ask co-workers to contribute?
The perfect Michigan game to not watch
12 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
The Wolverines rallied from a 16-point second half deficit to win at Northwestern
Jay from Saline brings the energy for the Two Grand Slam
12 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Can you do better than Jay in today's edition of the Two Grand Slam?
When does Taylor Decker owe the Lions a decision about his future?
12 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
NFL free agency begins within a month
2/10/26 - Pistons-Hornets brawl, Can you have one without the other with Beef Stew? Two Grand Slam, Is Search Party a good idea?
10 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
2/10/26 - Pistons-Hornets brawl, Can you have one without the other with Beef Stew? Two Grand Slam, Is Search Party a good idea?
9:00 HOUR: Can you have one without the other with Beef Stew? Heather gives us the news
10 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
9:00 HOUR: Can you have one without the other with Beef Stew? Heather gives us the news
8:00 HOUR: Is Search Party a good idea? Are we soft for this take on the Pistons-Hornets brawl?
10 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
8:00 HOUR: Is Search Party a good idea? Are we soft for this take on the Pistons-Hornets brawl?
7:00 HOUR: Did Isaiah Stewart cross the line? Two Grand Slam
10 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
7:00 HOUR: Did Isaiah Stewart cross the line? Two Grand Slam
6:00 HOUR: Pistons-Hornets brawl, Can you separate the ingredients of Beef Stew?
10 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
6:00 HOUR: Pistons-Hornets brawl, Can you separate the ingredients of Beef Stew?
Can you have one without the other with Beef Stew? Pt 2
10 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
We continue our discussion after last night's Pistons-Hornets brawl
Can you have one without the other with Beef Stew? Pt 1
10 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Isaiah Stewart is looking at a suspension from the NBA after leaving the bench during an altercation with the Charlotte Hornets
Search Party: Good idea or horrendous idea? Pt 2
10 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
We continue our discussion after Ring's controversial Super Bowl ad
Search Party: Good idea or horrendous idea? Pt 1
10 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
The Ring doorbell Super Bowl ad got a lot of attention for the wrong reason
Jordan from Rochester tries the Two Grand Slam
10 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Can you do better than Jordan in today's edition of the Two Grand Slam?
2/9/26 - The Super Bowl was a dud, How far away are the Lions? Monday OverreactJims, The best Super Bowl commercials from yesterday
09 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
2/9/26 - The Super Bowl was a dud, How far away are the Lions? Monday OverreactJims, The best Super Bowl commercials from yesterday
8:00 HOUR: Did you enjoy the Super Bowl halftime show? Heather with the news
09 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
8:00 HOUR: Did you enjoy the Super Bowl halftime show? Heather with the news
7:00 HOUR: Super Bowl OverreactJims, Yesterday's best Super Bowl commercials
09 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
7:00 HOUR: Super Bowl OverreactJims, Yesterday's best Super Bowl commercials
6:00 HOUR: A surprise finish to The Picks, How far away are the Lions from winning the Super Bowl?
09 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
6:00 HOUR: A surprise finish to The Picks, How far away are the Lions from winning the Super Bowl?
What were the best commercials from the Super Bowl?
09 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
There were lots of swings and plenty of misses
Did you enjoy the Super Bowl halftime show?
09 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Bad Bunny performed at halftime of Super Bowl LX
How far away are the Lions from winning on Super Bowl Sunday?
09 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
The Seahawks won Super Bowl LX after being 60-1 longshots in the preseason
Is Jeremy Fears a dirty player?
09 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
The MSU point guard had another tripping incident Saturday night against Illinois
Super Bowl OverreactJims
09 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Jim shares his takeaways from Super Bowl Sunday
Best Of The Tigers on 97.1 The Ticket: Framber Valdez Is The Move We’ve All Been Waiting For. Are Tigers Going All-In??
07 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
The Tigers lost their arbitration hearing to Tarik Skubal, but won the week by signing Framer Valdez. Are they going all-in for a World Series title i...
Best Of The Lions On 97.1 The Ticket: Why Are We Re-Hashing 2023 NFCG? + Which Of These Players Would You Rather Have? + More!
07 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Costa & Jansen get this week's Best Of The Lions started asking why fans are re-hashing the 2023 NFC Championship. Then, Karsch & Anderson asked if yo...
2/6/26 - Super Bowl Picks, Are you less interested in this year's matchup? Cookie Jar, Super Bowl party fouls
06 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
2/6/26 - Super Bowl Picks, Are you less interested in this year's matchup? Cookie Jar, Super Bowl party fouls
9:00 HOUR: Jon's dorky behavior, Heather with the news
06 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
9:00 HOUR: Jon's dorky behavior, Heather with the news
8:00 HOUR: Super Bowl party fouls, A lookahead to Super Bowl LXI
06 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
8:00 HOUR: Super Bowl party fouls, A lookahead to Super Bowl LXI
7:00 HOUR: Are you excited by this year's Super Bowl matchup? Cookie Jar
06 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
7:00 HOUR: Are you excited by this year's Super Bowl matchup? Cookie Jar
6:00 HOUR: No big trade for the Pistons, Super Bowl Picks
06 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
6:00 HOUR: No big trade for the Pistons, Super Bowl Picks
Are we really re-hashing the NFC title game loss in San Francisco two years ago?
06 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
One listener brought up Dan Campbell's shortcomings in the playoffs
Are you excited for this year's Super Bowl?
06 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
There doesn't seem to be a lot of buzz between this year's matchup between the Seahawks and Patriots
Cookie Jar: Super Bowl Edition
06 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
We discuss commercials, three options for the weekend, an F/M/K on party foods, and more!
Super Bowl party fouls
06 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Super Bowl LX is this Sunday
Super Bowl Picks
06 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
The coronation of our 2025 Picks champion
The Pistons didn't make another trade and lost to the Wizards - BFD or NBD?
06 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
The Pistons fell to the lowly Wizards hours after the NBA trade deadline
2/5/26 - The Tigers make a surprising move, Thursday Touchdown, Two Grand Slam, Dear Jon
05 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
2/5/26 - The Tigers make a surprising move, Thursday Touchdown, Two Grand Slam, Dear Jon
9:00 HOUR: What does the Valdez signing mean for the Tigers' plan this season? Dear Jon
05 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
9:00 HOUR: What does the Valdez signing mean for the Tigers' plan this season? Dear Jon
8:00 HOUR: Does Brendan still think MSU is better than Michigan? Heather gives the news
05 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
8:00 HOUR: Does Brendan still think MSU is better than Michigan? Heather gives the news
7:00 HOUR: Two Grand Slam, Does the Valdez signing mean the Tigers are going all-in?
05 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
7:00 HOUR: Two Grand Slam, Does the Valdez signing mean the Tigers are going all-in?
6:00 HOUR: The Tigers make a surprising move, Thursday Touchdown
05 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
6:00 HOUR: The Tigers make a surprising move, Thursday Touchdown
Dear Jon: Affair at Put-In Bay
05 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Jon gives advice on a wife that hates a friend, age gap, and what happens on the boat
Does Brendan still think MSU is better than Michigan?
05 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
MSU was upset on the road by Minnesota last night
The Tigers sign Framber Valdez, Pt 2
05 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
We continue our discussion after the Tigers signed the free agent lefty
The Tigers sign Framber Valdez, Pt 1
05 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
The Tigers signed the left-handed ace to a 3-year, $115-million deal
Thursday Touchdown: Super Bowl Edition
05 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Gov peppers Jim and Jon with seven topics ahead of Super Bowl LX
Mike from St. Clair Shores takes a shot at the Two Grand Slam
05 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Can you do better than Mike in today's edition of the Two Grand Slam?
2/4/26 - Happy Skubal Arbitration Day! Is there another move coming for the Pistons? Have you been fooled by AI deep fakes?
04 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
2/4/26 - Happy Skubal Arbitration Day! Is there another move coming for the Pistons? Have you been fooled by AI deep fakes?
9:00 HOUR: Who do you want to win Skubal's arbiration case? Is another move coming for the Pistons?
04 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
9:00 HOUR: Who do you want to win Skubal's arbiration case? Is another move coming for the Pistons?
8:00 HOUR: Have you been fooled by AI fakes? Heather gives us the news
04 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
8:00 HOUR: Have you been fooled by AI fakes? Heather gives us the news
7:00 HOUR: How much would you pay to watch the Skubal arbitration case? Are you sad to see Jaden Ivey get traded?
04 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
7:00 HOUR: How much would you pay to watch the Skubal arbitration case? Are you sad to see Jaden Ivey get traded?
6:00 HOUR: The Pistons win and make a move, Happy Skubal Arbiration Day!
04 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
6:00 HOUR: The Pistons win and make a move, Happy Skubal Arbiration Day!
Is another move coming for the Pistons?
04 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
The Pistons traded away Jaden Ivey yesterday for Bulls shooting guard Kevin Heurter
Have you fallen for an AI fake?
04 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Jon has become increasingly skeptical of everything he sees on the internet
Skubal Arbitration Day, Pt 2
04 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
We continue our discussion about Tarik Skubal's salary arbitration case
Skubal Arbitration Day, Pt 1
04 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Who do you want to see win the case? How much would you pay to watch it unfold?
Best Of The Lions On 97.1 The Ticket: Is An Upgrade At DC Needed?, Should Detroit Bring Jim Schwartz Back, and More!
01 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
On this week's Best Of Lions, Costa & Jansen and Karsch & Anderson have similar discussions about whether Kelvin Sheppard can be trusted enough to hav...
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