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The Valenti Show

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Detroit Red Wings
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The Valenti Show with Rico is Detroit’s must-listen daily sports show — where strong opinions meet smart analysis. Hosted by Mike Valenti and Rico Beard, The Valenti Show brings unfiltered takes on the biggest national stories and dives deep into all-things-Detroit sports: the Lions, Tigers, Pistons, Red Wings, Michigan and Michigan State. Whether it's NFL drama, playoff stakes or college football... more

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Mike Valenti and Rico criticize the potential expansion of the college football playoff to 24 teams, vent about the Detroit Tigers' struggling lineup management, and react to the Detroit Pistons' tough playoff elimination against the Cavaliers.

The hosts break down the polarizing fallout from Pistons President Trajan Langdon's recent press conference and debate the team's urgent need for outside star power. They also dissect the financial risks of a massive contract extension for center Jay... more

Mike and Rico began today's short show following another pathetic Tigers performance talking about, you guessed it, the abysmal offense exhibited from Detroit's lineups recently. They heard from the people on this topic, taking your calls and reading... more

Mike has some stats to back up his negative sentiment regarding the Tigers the rest of this season.

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Recent Guests

Jon Morosi
MLB Network insider
MLB Network
Episode: Best of Tigers on 97.1 The Ticket: Skubal injury reaction
David Hatchetman Hull
Guest introduced on the show
Episode: HOUR 1: Will David Join Mike On The Pistons Championship Train? + In Football Today
David Cortz
Pastor, associated with Greater Life Church
Greater Life Church
Episode: Reading Yours + David's Own Texts About The Pistons Bet
Kyle Finnegan
Professional baseball pitcher
Washington Nationals (former); Detroit Tigers (current at time of episode)
Episode: The Evolution Of Kyle Finnegan Since Joining Detroit | 'Baseball Isn't Boring'
Albert (Caller)
Michigan sports fan caller introduced on air
Episode: Best Of The Valenti Show w/ Rico On 97.1 The Ticket: Question For MSU/Michigan Fans, Mock Draft Mania, & More!
Paul Serra
Sports media personality discussed in the show
Episode: HOUR 1: Hypothetical Lions Mock Trade + NFL Over/Unders
Derek Berg
Tigers prospect and former Army/West Point baseball player
Army West Point, Detroit Tigers prospect
Episode: Tigers Prospect Derek Berg Talks Former West Point Teammate Connelly Early | 'Baseball Isn't Boring'
Robbie Avila
Cream Abdul-Jabbar, veteran basketball coach and analyst
Freelance / Basketball analyst
Episode: HOUR 2: What A 76 Team Tournament Would Look Like, Bruce Pearl's Rant, Top March Madness Things Valenti & Rico Are Excited About
Josh Schurz
St. Louis Billikens coach (rising coaching talent)
St. Louis University
Episode: HOUR 2: What A 76 Team Tournament Would Look Like, Bruce Pearl's Rant, Top March Madness Things Valenti & Rico Are Excited About

Hosts

Mike Valenti
Host of The Valenti Show; long-running Detroit sports radio voice known for strong opinions and analytical takes on local and national sports.
Rico Beard
Co-host delivering complementary analysis and humor, often providing contrasting perspectives to drives debates and fan banter.

Reviews

4.4 out of 5 stars from 1.5k ratings
  • No Drops

    Great show overall. BUT…One of the best parts of the show is the drops. If it’s a copy right issue then they shouldn’t be played on the radio either. Either play the drops on all platforms or no platforms. You can’t even play the clips of your own colleagues when you do who said it? How dumb is that honestly?

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    MPARE199
    Canada2 months ago
  • Garbage

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    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Pear of Pants
    United States5 months ago
  • Love the show..but

    I try to like Rico. Really try. But he’s just not a very good broadcaster. Mike is the goat.

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    MA#123
    United States7 months ago
  • Solid show, podcast version not good.

    Show is solid, but listening to the podcast version is awful. Any drops or audio from say a press conference just won’t be there, really annoying and it’s been like this for ages. Not to mention they will throw an ad in basically mid sentence these days, not even at a natural break point which makes for a very jarring listening experience.

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    Detmi25
    United States8 months ago
  • The best in the business

    Been listening for years, hand down the best you will find. Local detroit sports is covered with a great mix at the national level. They always call it how they see it, I don’t care what the bots or cultists say, they just don’t like the honest reporting and facts. Keep up all the great content and content, can’t get enough!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    RichCgolfaholic
    United States8 months ago

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Listeners praise the chemistry between the hosts and their blunt, honest takes.
Some listeners note audio drops in podcasts and desire better integration of drops in the podcast version.
A portion highlights the show as best-in-class local sports talk with engaging banter and caller interaction.
Many comment on strong Detroit focus and willingness to criticize teams and management.
A few criticisms target Rico's style or balance between hosts, but overall sentiment skewed positive.

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Best of Tigers on 97.1 The Ticket: AJ Hinch And The Tigers Have Now Won 6 In A Row
Q: How do you balance McGonagall's long-term contract with current team needs?
The hosts and Hinch discuss the risk-reward dynamic of a long eight-year deal for a young player, emphasizing the Tigers' strategy of locking in a cornerstone piece to maximize stability and future flexibility.
Best of Tigers on 97.1 The Ticket: AJ Hinch And The Tigers Have Now Won 6 In A Row
Q: What makes you so confident in McGonagall despite limited exposure?
Hin ch explains McGonagall's instinct, baseball timing, and disciplined preparation as reasons for confidence, noting his ability to contribute both on base and on the field while continuing to develop his approach.
Tigers Prospect Derek Berg Talks Former West Point Teammate Connelly Early | 'Baseball Isn't Boring'
Q: Did you play with a guy who also went to West Point, Connelly Early?
Yes, we were in the same recruiting class at Army, started together, and maintained a close relationship as he moved on to UVA and then the majors, with many shared memories from basic training and early college days.
Valenti Rains Down On The Parade Of Big CBB Fans After Wild Duke-Michigan Game
Q: Who did you want to lose?
I wanted Michigan to lose because Duke won me the biggest bet I've ever won.
Are We Headed Towards A Fully Automated Strike Zone?
Q: How is this going to change pitch framing in baseball?
It might reduce pitch framing since it could lead to less ambiguity in calls, making it harder for catchers to manipulate calls.

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What is The Valenti Show about and what kind of topics does it cover?

A high-energy Detroit sports show that blends sharp takes with detailed analysis across major local teams and national moments. Episodes routinely focus on the Detroit Lions, Pistons, Tigers, and Michigan football, alongside big-picture NFL and NCAA storylines, roster moves, and bold front-office philosophies. The hosts trade rapid-fire opinions, welcome caller banter, and often debate strategy, player development, and how cap space or trades reshape championship timelines. A notable angle is their willingness to critique teams and executives honestly while maintaining strong regional pride and a punchy, entertaining style that keeps listeners engaged beyond the live show.

What stands out: the duo's chemistry and willingness to push back o... more

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Recent guests on The Valenti Show include:

1. Jon Morosi
2. David Hatchetman Hull
3. David Cortz
4. Kyle Finnegan
5. Albert (Caller)
6. Paul Serra
7. Derek Berg
8. Robbie Avila

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