The Valenti Show
by Audacy
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 storylines, Valenti and Rico tell it like it is — no fluff, no fan service, just real talk. Catch The Valenti Show with Rico live Monday through Friday 2pm - 6pm EST on 97.1 The Ticket (WXYT). Full episodes, individual hours and show highlights drop daily wherever you get your podcasts.
Episodes
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FULL SHOW: Thursday, November 5th
Valenti and Rico began today's show with their thoughts about some comments from Calvin Johnson about why the Lions aren't and haven't historically made big swings/all-in moves. They talked hockey in the second hour, specifically the latest in the ongoing Dylan Larkin/Simon Edvinsson situations…
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HOUR 1: Calvin Johnson's Lions Comments + Picking This Week's CFB Slate + Wemby's Big Night
Mike and Rico reacted to some comments from Lions legend Calvin Johnson about his former team's reluctance to make big swings. They debated the validity of these statements, which prompted some of their own. Then, the guys predicted each of the top CFB games this weekend before reacting to what...
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HOUR 2: The Latest On Larkin & Edvinsson + What It Means For The Red Wings
The guys spent the third hour of the show on their reactions to the most recent Larkin/Edvinsson updates.
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HOUR 3: Rico's NFL Power Rankings + More Thoughts/Calls On Both Disgruntled Red Wings
Rico gave his Week 8 power rankings heading into Week 9 of the NFL tonight. Then, the guys jumped right back into their conversation(s) about Dylan Larkin and Simon Edvinsson.
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HOUR 4: Which Of Whittingham & Fitzgerald Needs The Win More + Does Anyone Really Care About Michigan-MSU?
Valenti and Rico ask which of Pat Fitzgerald and Kyle Whittingham needs the win more. They heard from a few of the people who sounded just as optimistic as they were for the barn burner that will take place on Saturday between Michigan and MSU.
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How Are MSU/Michigan Fans Feeling Going Into Saturday's Game?
Mike and Rico reach out to the people to see if there's anyone who is looking forward to Michigan-MSU on Saturday.
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Does Whittigham Or Fitzgerald Need The Win More This Weekend?
The guys do their best trying to have a serious conversation about Michigan-MSU.
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Rico's NFL Power Rankings Week 8 | 11-5-26
Rico reveals his power rankings for this past week in the NFL.
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Taking The Temperature Of Red Wings Fans
What do Red Wings fans think of the state of the Larkin and Edvinsson situations?
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Simon Edvinsson Is WHERE Right Now?!
Simon Edvinsson is currently training in the US, but clearly not in Detroit.
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Valenti Is SHOCKED That Red Wings/Larkin Is Still Ongoing: "I Don't Know What They Do"
The guys discuss the latest in the somehow still ongoing public feud between Dylan Larkin and the Red Wings.
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Wemby's Historic Night + What Do Pistons Lack The Most?
The guys had to take a segment to react to Victor Wembanyama's insane performance last night and to talk about the state of the Pistons after a close loss to the 76ers.
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The NFC North has All Playoff Teams | 'Stinkin' Truth Podcast'
From 'Stinkin' Truth Podcast' (Subscribe Here): Mark Schlereth and Mike Evans take an closer look at what they believe is the toughest division in the NFL, hands down - The NFC North. With Stink thinking that every team in that division is headed for the playoffs, who would he put his money on to...
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Picking This Weekend's CFB Slate | College Football Blitz
The guys give their picks for the top CFB games this weekend.
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Are The Lions Always Going To Be This Reluctant?
The guys wonder whether the Lions' inaction has more to do with the franchise than Brad Holmes.
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Valenti Reacts To INTERESTING Calvin Johnson Comments
Is Calvin Johnson right about the Lions?
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FULL SHOW: Wednesday, November 4th
Marc Ryan (in for Valenti) and Rico opened the show with their reactions to the positive update/statement from Jack Campbell. This led right into an extended discussion about what the Lions need to address ahead of the trade deadline. They switched things up in the second hour to talk about the...
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HOUR 1: The Positive Jack Campbell Update + What Are Biggest Lions Needs? + CFB Blitz
The guys jumped right into the encouraging statement from Jack Campbell that was released earlier today. They wondered how the Lions will/can move forward and then did a CFB Blitz to round out the first hour.
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HOUR 2: Where Lions Need To Upgrade + What Lack Of Enthusiasm About Michigan-Michigan State Means
Marc and Rico carried their Lions conversation into the second hour before shifting gears to discuss the lack of enthusiasm and excitement about Michigan-MSU football this weekend.
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HOUR 3: What Professional Athletes Are More Must-See In Person Than LeBron?
The guys asked and answered an interesting question that David based on LeBron James potentially playing his final game in Detroit tonight against the Pistons.
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HOUR 4: Lions Biggest Needs/Trade Targets Revisited
Marc and Rico rounded out today's show with some further thoughts about the outlook of the Lions following the injuries they suffered last week.
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How Many Teams Are Better Than The Lions In The NFC?
The guys return to their conversation about the Lions' biggest needs and where they currently stand in the NFC.
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The People Offer Some More Must-See Athletes Than LeBron
Marc and Rico take a couple of your calls in response to their "must-see" athletes conversation.
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Must-Watch Athletes Continued
The guys expand on their conversation about the athletes who are more must-watch right now than LeBron James.
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Which Of These Athletes Are More Must-See Than LeBron James? | 11-4-26
In honor of tonight possibly being the last time LeBron James plays in Detroit, David asks the guys if they'd rather watch these specific athletes over King James.
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The Hype For MSU-Michigan Is Nonexistent
It doesn't seem like anyone, even die-hard MSU and Michigan fans, cares about the game on Saturday.
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Is There ANY Juice Going Into Michigan-MSU?
Have all regular season CFB games lost meaning?
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Where Do The Lions Need To Upgrade The Most?
The guys and some fans discuss the Lions' biggest needs amidst their injury issues/other teams making big splashes.
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What A 24-Team CFP Would Look Like This Year | College Football Blitz
David joins the guys to discuss some hypothetical matchups that would take place if there were a 24-team CFP this year.
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Who Could Brad Holmes Target Ahead Of The Trade Deadline?
Marc and Rico float some potential trade targets for the Lions.
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How Can Lions Refocus Ahead Of Dolphins Game On Sunday?
Now that we've heard some positive news about Jack Campbell, how will the Lions move forward this week?
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Reacting To Encouraging Jack Campbell Statement
The guys open the show with their thoughts on the positive update from Jack Campbell.
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FULL SHOW: Tuesday, November 3rd
Valenti and Rico honed in on one main question/topic for the majority of the show for Lions fans: did the Bears' dismantling of the Seahawks in Seattle last night catch your attention? The guys talked amongst themselves and with the people throughout, pausing briefly for the latest tone-deaf Kyle...
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HOUR 1: Are The Bears The Clear-Cut Favorites To Win The NFC North? + Election Day Blitz
The guys came out of the gates firing with their thoughts about the Bears' dominant performance against the Seahawks in Seattle last night. They discussed the significance of this for the Lions and how, if at all, it changes their viewpoint on how winnable the NFC North is for the Lions. Then,...
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HOUR 2: What Bears' Big Win Means For Lions Continued
Mike and Rico carried over their first hour topic into the second and heard from more Lions fans as well.
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HOUR 3: NFL Midseason Questions + More Tone-Deaf Kyle Whittingham Comments
Paul Serra asked the guys a few NFL questions now that we're at the midpoint of the season, and they responded. Then, they shifted their sights towards Michigan Football Coach Kyle Whittingham, who proved yet again that he doesn't understand the significance of the Michigan-MSU rivalry.
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HOUR 4: Bears' Win Takeaways Continued + Will Brad Holmes Finally Make A Big Move?
Valenti and Rico rounded out today's show with a continuation of their main topic today about the Bears being the clear favorites to win the division after their bludgeoning of the Seahawks last night. They also asked a question related to Brad Holmes before being joined by Stoney(!) in cross-talk.
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Hearing From The People For The Final Time About Bears' Win Last Night
The Bears' big win over the Seahawks last night clearly caught the majority of Lions fans' attention.
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Are The Bears The Team To Beat? + Will Brad Holmes Respond To Big NFC Moves?
The guys return to their ongoing discussion about the Bears' performance last night and whether it definitively proves they're better than the Lions. Plus, they ask a question about what Brad Holmes' trade deadline plans could be.
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Does Kyle Whittingham Even Want to Be In Ann Arbor?
The guys (and the people) are having a hard time believing that Kyle Whittingham wants to be the head coach of Michigan Football.
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Kyle Whittingham Still Does Not Understand The MSU-Michigan Rivalry
Valenti and Rico react to some interesting comments from Kyle Whittingham about the MSU-Michigan rivalry and other topics.
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NFL Midseason Questions | 11-3-26
Paul has a few questions for the guys about the NFL at the midpoint of the season.
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Our weekly interview with Lions QB Jared Goff.
Lions QB Jared Goff.
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Dan Campbell on an emotion-filled Sunday
Dan Campbell joins us to talk about the team dealing with Jack Campbell's scary injury, if there is a continuing competition at center, and the defensive improvement over the last three games
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More Lions Fans Chime In About How Big A Threat The Bears Are
Mike and Rico take a couple of calls from Lions fans. Do they share the guys' opinion on whether the Bears are a legitimate threat?
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Does The NFC North Go Through Chicago?
The guys open the second hour with some more thoughts about the likelihood that the Bears run away with the NFC North.
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Unique Election Day Voting Incentives | 11-3-26
David has some wild deals that establishments across the country are offering to those who vote and wear their "I voted" sticker.
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How Do Lions Fans Feel About The Bears' Dismantling Of The Seahawks Last Night?
Mike and Rico hear how concerned Lions fans are about what the Bears did to the Seahawks last night.
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How Far Ahead Are The Bears Over The Lions?
The Bears look like a Super Bowl contender. How far behind are the Lions?
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Valenti Is VERY Concerned For Lions After Last Night's Dominant Bears Win
The Bears destroyed the Seahawks last night. How does this change your view of the Lions' chances to win the NFC North and/or the conference?
About this show
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 storylines, Valenti and Rico tell it like it is — no fluff, no fan service, just real talk. Catch The Valenti Show with Rico live Monday through Friday 2pm - 6pm EST on 97.1 The Ticket (WXYT). Full episodes, individual hours and show highlights drop daily wherever you get your podcasts.
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