The Valenti Show

HOUR 3: NBA Blitz + More Thoughts/Calls On Pistons & Duren

12 May 2026

Contributed by Lukas

The guys began the third hour breaking down all the latest NBA news. Then, they offered more thoughts and fielded more calls on their Jalen Duren/Pist...

HOUR 4: Pistons Reactions/Duren Thoughts Revisited

12 May 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Valenti and Rico finished the show with some more calls and thoughts on the Pistons game 4 loss and where we go from here when it comes to Jalen Duren...

Hearing From The People For The Final Time About The Pistons/Duren

12 May 2026

Contributed by Lukas

The people chime in for the final time of today's show.

Returning To The Duren Dilemma Conversation

12 May 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Mike and Rico return to their discussion about the future of Jalen Duren with the Pistons/whether he can turn it around in the playoffs.

NBA Blitz | 5-12-26

12 May 2026

Contributed by Lukas

The guys break down the biggest news in the NBA.

Taking Your Calls On Duren/Pistons

12 May 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Valenti and Rico hear from some more of the people on Jalen Duren and the Pistons.

Are There Any Real Adjustments The Pistons Can Make In This Series?

12 May 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Valenti believes that the Pistons are at a major disadvantage with their lack of 2nd option next to Cade Cunningham.

Buying Or Selling 2026 CFP Championship Contenders | College Football Blitz

12 May 2026

Contributed by Lukas

David joins to run through some CFB teams that have a chance to win it all in 2026, asking if the guys are buying or selling each.

The People React To Pistons' Game 4 Loss + Duren's Struggles Continuing

12 May 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Valenti and Rico get the people involved in their Pistons conversation.

Is Jalen Duren Playing His Way Out Of Detroit?

12 May 2026

Contributed by Lukas

The guys continue their analysis of how poorly Jalen Duren has played in the playoffs.

Reacting To Pistons Dropping Game 4 Vs. Cavs

12 May 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Mike and Rico begin the show with their thoughts on the Cavs tying up the series at 2-2 and Jalen Duren's continued struggles.

FULL SHOW: Monday, May 11th

11 May 2026

Contributed by Lukas

The guys got this week started with David's less-than-ideal weekend, filled with no grilling and too much youth sports. They took this conversation up...

HOUR 1: Youth Sports Is Ruining David's Life + Can We Say That? Part 1

11 May 2026

Contributed by Lukas

David shared some depressing realities about his weekends, stemming from his kids' busyness with playing youth sports. Then, the guys did the first of...

HOUR 2: Expectations For Tigers Going Forward + Should Paul Reed Play More For Pistons?

11 May 2026

Contributed by Lukas

The Tigers were the center of conversation before Mike and Rico brought up something that has been asked by many Pistons fans recently: Should Paul Re...

HOUR 3: Can We Say That? Part 2 + Valenti's Fix For The NBA Draft Lottery

11 May 2026

Contributed by Lukas

The guys opened the third hour with another "Can We Say That?" Then, Mike presented an alternative to the NBA Draft Lottery may or may not be controve...

HOUR 4: To Play Or Not To Play Jalen Duren As Much

11 May 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Valenti and Rico debated the number of minutes Jalen Duren needs to play the remainder of this series against the Cavs. Then, Wojo and Riger joined in...

The People Chime In On Whether Jalen Duren Needs To Play Less

11 May 2026

Contributed by Lukas

The guys take a few more of your calls before the end of the show on Jalen Duren.

Should JB Bickerstaff Cut Jalen Duren's Minutes?

11 May 2026

Contributed by Lukas

The guys discuss Jalen Duren's inconsistent playoff play.

Valenti Wants To Get Rid Of The NBA Draft Lottery And Replace It With THIS

11 May 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Mike has a plan to fix all the controversy surrounding the NBA Draft Lottery.

Can We Say That? Part 2 | 5-11-26

11 May 2026

Contributed by Lukas

The guys do part 2 of "Can We Say That?"

Who, If Anyone, Should Paul Reed Play Over?

11 May 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Whose minutes should Paul Reed's cut into?

Taking Your Calls On The Tigers At The 1/4 Mark Of The Season

11 May 2026

Contributed by Lukas

The people offer their thoughts on the state of the Tigers a quarter of the way through the MLB season.

Is This Too Much To Ask From The Tigers?

11 May 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Valenti wonders if this Tigers' hypothetical is totally implausible.

Can We Say That? | 5-11-26

11 May 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Valenti and Rico do the first "Can We Say That?" of the day.

Hearing From The People On If Youth Sports Is Ruining Their Weekends

11 May 2026

Contributed by Lukas

The people chime in on the youth sports conversation.

Is Youth Sports Becoming Too Much?

11 May 2026

Contributed by Lukas

The guys continue to pick apart David's life, which revolves around youth sports.

David Describes His Weekend From Hell At The Hands Of Youth Sports

11 May 2026

Contributed by Lukas

It seems like David is unable to experience any joy (including grilling) due to the never-ending schedule of youth sports.

Best of Tigers on 97.1 The Ticket: Skubal injury reaction

09 May 2026

Contributed by Lukas

97.1 The Ticket presents a selection of conversations about the Tigers during the past week from Costa & Jansen, Karsch & Anderson, and The Valenti Sh...

Best of the Pistons on 97.1 The Ticket: Can the Pistons really shoot their way to a title?

09 May 2026

Contributed by Lukas

The Detroit Pistons take a dominant 2-0 series lead over Cleveland behind historic three-point shooting and stifling defense on a struggling James Har...

FULL SHOW: Friday, May 8th

08 May 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Mike kicked off the show with his belief in the Pistons and the bet he is going to make for them to win the Finals, only if David is in on it, because...

HOUR 1: Will David Join Mike On The Pistons Championship Train? + In Football Today

08 May 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Mike offered David a deal to open the show: proposing to bet a large sum of money on the Pistons to win the NBA Finals with all of the proceeds going ...

HOUR 2: The "James Harden's" Of All-Time In Sports

08 May 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Mike and Rico spent the second hour naming players who fit the James Harden mold: historic playoff chokers.

HOUR 3: Kenny's Yes Or No Game, More Of Your Calls, Who Said It?

08 May 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Kenny had something fun in store regarding a famous Valenti bit to begin the third hour. The guys took some more of your calls before playing "Who Sai...

HOUR 4: Mike's Pistons Bet + David's Belief In It Revisited

08 May 2026

Contributed by Lukas

The guys returned to their first hour conversation with an update on Mike's proposed, now placed, bet for the Pistons to win it all, with the proceeds...

Taking Your Calls On Your Belief In The Pistons To Win It All

08 May 2026

Contributed by Lukas

The guys want to hear whether the people are in support of his big bet for the Pistons to win the NBA Finals.

Valenti Has Made The Bet For The Pistons To Win The Finals

08 May 2026

Contributed by Lukas

The guys return to their first-segment topic regarding Mike's proposed bet for the Pistons to win the finals, which he has officially locked in.

Kenny Presents: Yes Or No?

08 May 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Kenny leads a "Yes Or No" based on all of the types of players Valenti always says you can't win with.

Mike's Biggest "James Harden's" In Sports History

08 May 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Valenti gives his list of the biggest playoff chokers in sports history.

Who Are The “James Harden’s” Of Other Sports?

08 May 2026

Contributed by Lukas

The guys name some of the biggest sports playoffs droppers of all time.

NFL Avoids Replacement Refs + Other Topics | In Football Today

08 May 2026

Contributed by Lukas

The guys cover a lot of NFL-related ground in this blitz.

Reading Yours + David's Own Texts About The Pistons Bet

08 May 2026

Contributed by Lukas

David reads his own (and a few of your) texts about Valenti's Pistons bet.

Should Mike Make This Bet For David?

08 May 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Valenti pledges a massive donation to David's church if his bet for the Pistons to win the Finals hits.

Reacting To Pistons' HUGE Game 2 Win

08 May 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Should David take this bet Valenti is offering?

The Impact of the Skubal & Correa Injuries | 'Baseball Isn't Boring'

08 May 2026

Contributed by Lukas

From 'Baseball Isn't Boring' (subscribe here): The Play Tessie guys (Pat, Gordo and Sammy) are all about the news of the week, which isn't hard to unc...

FULL SHOW: Thursday, May 7th

07 May 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Valenti and Rico kicked off the show with the latest in the Russini-Vrabel saga. They spent the second hour talking their biggest Tigers concerns afte...

HOUR 1: "Club Russini" Gets Wilder + The Athletic's Anonymous NBA Report

07 May 2026

Contributed by Lukas

The guys discussed the latest update in the Dianna Russini-Mike Vrabel scandal. Then, David joined with the biggest takeaways from The Athletic's anon...

HOUR 2: Are The Tigers Falling Apart?

07 May 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Mike and Rico tackled a few Tigers-related concerns throughout the second hour.

HOUR 3: Most Down-Bad Sports Cities + New 76-Team NCAA Tournament Bracket Revealed

07 May 2026

Contributed by Lukas

David joined to begin the third hour with a fun list of the most miserable sports cities currently. Then, they reacted to the new 76-team NCAA Tournam...

HOUR 4: What's Your Confidence Level Going Into Cavs-Pistons Game 2?

07 May 2026

Contributed by Lukas

The guys spent the final hour previewing the Pistons' game 2 matchup with the Cavs tonight.

Previewing Cavs-Pistons Game 2

07 May 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Valenti and Rico begin to give their thoughts in the lead-up to Cavs-Pistons game 2 tonight.

New 76-Team NCAA Tournament Schedule Released

07 May 2026

Contributed by Lukas

The guys take turns hating on the new expanded NCAA Tournament schedule.

Top 8 Most "Down" Sports Cities Right Now | 5-7-26

07 May 2026

Contributed by Lukas

David joins with a list of the most down-bad sports cities.

Taking Your Calls On Tigers' Struggles

07 May 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Mike and Rico hear from the people about what's going on with the Tigers.

Are The Tigers In Major Trouble Right Now?

07 May 2026

Contributed by Lukas

The guys give their concern levels about the Tigers after another sweep.

What Are The Fundamental Issues With The NBA?

07 May 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Valenti and Rico crush the NBA for what they feel like is a bad product.

NBA Anonymous Player Poll Released | NBA Blitz

07 May 2026

Contributed by Lukas

David joins with an anonymous NBA player poll from The Athletic and the guys react to the results.

Reacting To YET ANOTHER Wild Vrabel-Russini Update

07 May 2026

Contributed by Lukas

The guys cannot ignore the elephant in the room when it comes to this crazy update to the Vrabel-Russini saga.

FULL SHOW: Wednesday, May 6th

06 May 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Valenti and Rico covered a lot of ground in this packed show, starting with the Pistons' win over the Cavs in Game 1 last night. Then, they transition...

HOUR 1: Can The Pistons Sustain The Level Of Play They Showed Last Night? + In Football Today

06 May 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Mike and Rico shared their thoughts on the Pistons taking Game 1 against the Cavs before doing an "In Football Today" to wrap the first hour.

HOUR 2: Framber Valdez Frustration, Gleyber Torres To The IL, And More Tigers Concerns

06 May 2026

Contributed by Lukas

The guys spent the second hour juggling a myriad of different concerns about the Tigers right now.

HOUR 3: In Football Today + Red Wings Mock Trade For Auston Matthews

06 May 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Mike and Rico talked about the worst QB rooms in the NFL to open the third hour. Then, Kenny joined the guys with a report about a hypothetical mock t...

HOUR 4: Final Thoughts + Calls On Pistons Game 1 Win, Tigers Concerns, & Red Wings Mock Trade

06 May 2026

Contributed by Lukas

The guys wrapped up today's show with their final thoughts and taking your final calls on all of today's topics.

Sustainability Of Last Night's Pistons Play Revisited

06 May 2026

Contributed by Lukas

The guys returned to their Pistons conversation from earlier to begin the final hour.

The People Chime In On The Hypothetical Auston Matthews Trade

06 May 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Mike and Rico hear from some of the listeners on the mock trade they floated where the Red Wings would acquire Maple Leafs C Auston Matthews.

The Red Wings Have To Make This Trade...Right?

06 May 2026

Contributed by Lukas

The guys react to this proposed blockbuster mock trade that would send Auston Matthews to Detroit.

Worst QB Rooms In The NFL | In Football Today

06 May 2026

Contributed by Lukas

The guys react to a list of the top-10 worst QB rooms in the NFL.

Reacting To Gleyber Torres Going On IL With Oblique Injury

06 May 2026

Contributed by Lukas

It just gets worse and worse for the Tigers.

Taking Your Calls On Framber Valdez Hitting Trevor Story

06 May 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Mike and Rico take a few of your calls on Framber Valdez.

Valenti GOES OFF About Framber Valdez's antics last night

06 May 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Mike reacts to Framber Valdez throwing at Trevor Story last night.

Breaking Down Biggest NFL Offseason Headlines | In Football Today

06 May 2026

Contributed by Lukas

David joins to go through some big NFL headlines.

Hearing From The People On The Pistons' Big Win Last Night

06 May 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Valenti and Rico take your calls and read your texts about the Pistons taking a 1-0 lead against the Cavs.

How Sustainable Is How The Pistons Played Last Night?

06 May 2026

Contributed by Lukas

The guys continue to give their reactions to last night's Pistons Game 1 win.

Valenti's Reaction To Pistons' Game 1 Win: "That Was A Tone-Setter"

06 May 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Mike and Rico discuss how sustainable the Pistons' nearly flawless play last night is going forward.

FULL SHOW: Tuesday, May 5th

05 May 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Valenti and Rico tackled a multitude of topics on today's show. They started things off with a question posed to the new Maple Leafs GM that made them...

HOUR 1: Should Detroit Sports Media Be More Hard On The Teams? + In Football Today

05 May 2026

Contributed by Lukas

The guys reacted to a question posed to new Maple Leafs GM John Chayka in his introductory press conference, wondering why these types of hard-hitting...

HOUR 2: Are You Concerned About The Tigers Without Skubal?

05 May 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Mike and Rico had a conversation in the second hour on whether they're on the "ledge" when it comes to their anxiousness about the Tigers without Tari...

HOUR 3: In Football Today + University Of Detroit Men's Basketball Team Banned From Postseason

05 May 2026

Contributed by Lukas

The guys opened the third hour with the 2026 NFL OROY candidates. Then, they had some thoughts on the state of NIL/college sports following Detroit Me...

HOUR 4: Previewing Cavs-Pistons Game 1

05 May 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Valenti and Rico spent the final hour discussing their expectations and biggest keys for Cavs-Pistons game 1.

Taking Your Calls On Cavs-Pistons Game 1

05 May 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Mike and Rico hear from a few of the people ahead of the Pistons' game 1 matchup with the Cavs tonight.

What's Your Confidence Level Going Into Cavs-Pistons Game 1?

05 May 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Valenti and Rico begin their preview of Cavs-Pistons game 1 tonight.

Reacting To Detroit Mercy's Postseason Ban

05 May 2026

Contributed by Lukas

What college sports/NIL issues does U of D's men's basketball team being banned from the postseason highlight?

2026 NFL OROY Candidates | In Football Today

05 May 2026

Contributed by Lukas

The guys do the offensive edition of the "In Football Today" from earlier.

The People Pick A Side With The Skubal/Tigers Question

05 May 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Mike and Rico hear from the people, who respond to their "how screwed are the Tigers" discussion.

Are You On the Ledge When It Comes To The Tigers Post-Skubal Injury?

05 May 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Mike wants to know what others' concern levels are about the Tigers with Tarik Skubal out multiple months.

2026 NFL DROY Candidates | In Football Today

05 May 2026

Contributed by Lukas

The guys discuss some potential Defensive Rookie Of The Year Candidates and whether each of them can win the award.

Taking Your Calls On The Lack Of Accountability Amongst Detroit Sports Media

05 May 2026

Contributed by Lukas

The guys hear from the people on their topic about Detroit sports media not being hard enough on the teams.

Has The Media Become Too Soft?

05 May 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Mike and Rico continue their conversation about the lack of accountability among the media, specifically in Detroit, with the sports teams.

Do You Want Detroit Sports Reporters More Like THIS?

05 May 2026

Contributed by Lukas

The guys react to some hard-hitting questions from the Toronto media during Maple Leafs' new GM John Chayka's introductory press conference.

Best of the Pistons on 97.1 The Ticket: How the Pistons erased a 3-1 deficit against Orlando

05 May 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Explore the perspective of the Pistons becoming only the 15th team in NBA history to overcome a 3-1 series deficit. We analyze the mental toughness re...

FULL SHOW: Monday, May 4th

04 May 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Valenti and Rico kicked off the first show of the week expressing their thoughts on the Pistons' Game 7 win over the Magic. Then, they received the br...

HOUR 1: Happiness Or Relief With Pistons + Skubal Surgery News + Can We Say That?

04 May 2026

Contributed by Lukas

The guys discussed whether they're feeling either relief or happiness now that the Pistons have advanced to the second round of the NBA Playoffs. Then...

HOUR 2: Pistons/Skubal Topics Continued + More Of Your Calls

04 May 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Mike and Rico carried both of the first hour topics into the second. They gave their concern levels for the Tigers now that Skubal will have surgery b...

HOUR 3: Can We Say That? Part 2 + JB Bickerstaff Extended + Rico's Brutal Weekend

04 May 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Mike and Rico opened the third hour with another "Can We Say That?" Then, they reacted to the breaking news that the Pistons are extending head coach ...

HOUR 4: Final Thoughts On Pistons/Skubal + Kentucky Derby Draft Results

04 May 2026

Contributed by Lukas

The guys reset today's topics when opening the final hour. Then, they closed out the show with their Kentucky Derby Draft results.

Recapping The Kentucky Derby Draft Results

04 May 2026

Contributed by Lukas

The guys reveal the winner of the Kentucky Derby draft.

Rico's Weekend From Hell

04 May 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Rico shares some interesting experiences he had with other people this past weekend.

Reacting To JB Bickerstaff Being Extended By The Pistons

04 May 2026

Contributed by Lukas

The guys give their thoughts on some more breaking news.

Can We Say That? Part 2 | 5-4-26

04 May 2026

Contributed by Lukas

The guys do another "Can We Say That?"

Taking Your Calls On Pistons' Game 7 Win + Skubal's Surgery

04 May 2026

Contributed by Lukas

The guys hear from the people on the two main topics of the day.

How Concerned Should We Be About The Tigers Now?

04 May 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Valenti and Rico give their concern levels after the news that Tarik Skubal will miss extended time due to elbow surgery. Plus, they continue to react...