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How Armstrong & Getty Built a Show by Refusing to Sound Like Anyone Else

"I think we decided very early in our careers — decades ago — that we were going to do it our way. And if we failed, we would never wonder, 'Gosh, I wonder what would happen if we'd done it our way.'"

20 Brands In 20 Days: Brian Michel, KYGO & KOSI, Denver

"What you can't do is create for the community unless you really are part of it and have lived it."

The Industry According To: Frank Kramer, KLOS/Los Angeles

"As much as we have fun in our ridiculousness, the fact that our community comes together to support each other and we are that conduit gives the show and myself more purpose and satisfaction."

Why Netflix Can’t ‘Netflix’ The Field Of Dreams Game

"Netflix has spent its first MLB season attempting to prove it can create a live sports event that feels different. Now, it has an opportunity to prove it understands something equally important: Different doesn’t always mean more."

Mike Valenti Calls Out the NFL’s Greed Over Reported Thanksgiving Eve Game

"They’re gonna sell that game for 150 million bucks to some knockoff stream provider. And it’s gonna be another thing that [producer] Kenny’s got to pirate and we got to buy. It’s just nonsense."

Josh Innes Blasts 97.1 the Ticket Host Mike Valenti for Commentary of Olympics Meaning Nothing

"Here’s the thing, nothing means anything. Sports means nothing. But, it’s made you a s**t ton of cash."

Barrett Media’s Top 20 Major Market Sports Radio Afternoon Shows of 2025

"A total of 34 shows were eligible for voting consideration in the Major Market Sports Radio Afternoon Shows category."

Why Success for Mike Valenti Lies in Doing Things His Way on 97.1 The Ticket

"I’m going to do this one way—my way. In my view, it’s the right way. If people want bought-and-paid-for radio, there are plenty of places to go and get it. God bless"

How Rico Beard Offers Truth & Entertainment With Mike Valenti on 97.1 The Ticket

"It's a lot different than I thought it was going to be."

Barrett Sports Media Top 20 of 2024 – Major Market Afternoon Shows

"A total of 33 shows were eligible for voting consideration in the Major Market Afternoon Shows category."

97.1 The Ticket Delivers Big Ratings and Top Finishes in Detroit Winter Book

"Afternoon drive accounted for the strongest performance among dayparts at 97.1 The Ticket this quarter."

Mike Stone Does First Fill-In Shift on 97.1 The Ticket in Detroit

"I drove across the state to thank [Tigers manager] A.J. Hinch for all he was able to do with me when I did the morning show."

Mike Valenti: ‘Jason Benetti Might Be the Best Announcer in Baseball’

"I can actually unmute the broadcast and I can watch the games."

Mike Valenti: The Difference Between Me and Others is ‘I Watch The Games’

Valenti believes he's more trustworthy than others on the topic due to his dedication to taking in as much of the sport as possible.

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20 Brands In 20 Days: Brian Michel, KYGO & KOSI, Denver

"What you can't do is create for the community unless you really are part of it and have lived it."

The Industry According To: Frank Kramer, KLOS/Los Angeles

"As much as we have fun in our ridiculousness, the fact that our community comes together to support each other and we are that conduit gives the show and myself more purpose and satisfaction."

Why Netflix Can’t ‘Netflix’ The Field Of Dreams Game

"Netflix has spent its first MLB season attempting to prove it can create a live sports event that feels different. Now, it has an opportunity to prove it understands something equally important: Different doesn’t always mean more."

Why Ben & Woods’ Latest Extensions Could Be Their Grand Finale With 97.3 The Fan

"I got fifteen and a half years in San Diego doing morning radio. The last eight with Ben have been the most magical. Anything beyond that is just gravy for me. Honestly, if I had my way, this would be the last contract maybe."