X's and Bro's with Sean Baligian

Shep talks to Heather Tocco, owner of The Home Bakery in Rochester, MI, following the bakery's viral takeover with a life-size Amon-Ra St. Brown cake. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Shep takes a midseason look at the red-hot Spartans, and wonders whether or not it's too early to put them in the National Championship contender conversation. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Matt Steigenga from the Spartan Media Network joins the show to talk all things MSU Hoops, as Tom Izzo has his squad up to No. 12 in the AP poll and undefeated in Big Ten play. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Shep lays out what the Commanders' game plan should be against the Lions on Saturday, and vise versa, as both teams feature explosive offenses and strong run-games. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

With both of the Lions' coordinators getting interviews and looks for head coaching jobs, where will Ben Johnson and Aaron Glenn end up if they decide to leave Detroit for a bigger opportunity? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Scott Jackson from Washington Commanders radio joins the show to preview their divisional round matchup with the Lions at Ford Field. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

With another playoff win for the Rams, is Matthew Stafford a better quarterback in L.A. than he was in Detroit? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Shep and Trent present their "Heroes and Heels" from the sports weekend. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mike Gambardella of Pro Football Network joins the show to talk all things NFL, including a national perspective on the top-seeded Detroit Lions, what the weekend holds in terms of playoff matchups, Tyreek Hill's latest diva episode, and more. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Shep reacts to the news that Chris Spielman is being eyed as a candidate for the New York Jets' general manager vacancy, highlighting just how important the former linebacker and franchise great has been for this Lions culture shift. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Shep and Trent discuss whether or not they'd be shocked if Dan Campbell isn't at least named as a top-3 finalist for the Coach of the Year award for this NFL season. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

SI.com predicted what the All-Pro teams will look like for this NFL season... how many Lions got enough of their respect for a nod? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Shep discusses what makes a Hall of Fame career, and questions the criteria that certain voters and writers use when considering players, most notably Lou Whitaker in baseball. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Shep uses Miami Dolphins wide receiver Tyreek Hill's diva comments and Alex Anzalone's perseverance as more reminders that the Lions' leadership and culture is near-unparalleled in the NFL.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Shep and Trent present their "Heroes and Heels" from the sports weekend. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Shep gives his reaction to the Lions' monstrous 31-9 victory on Sunday Night Football to close the regular season, securing the 1-seed in the NFC playoffs and crowning the Lions yet again as Kings of the NFC North. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Shep and Trent take a look at what the NBA will look like over the next five years or so, including level of belief in Wembanyama's San Antonio Spurs, and where Cunningham's Detroit Pistons fit into the mix. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ahmad Hicks, sports reporter/anchor from Minnesota's FOX 9, previews the Minnesota Vikings' week 18 clash with the Detroit Lions, in which the winner will secure the NFC 1-seed and home-field advantage throughout the playoffs, and the loser will drop down to the NFC 5-seed. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

With Alex Bregman still atop the free agent market, should the Tigers continue their pursuit of the veteran third baseman, and if so, how far should they push the terms of a potential contract? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

With Pro Bowl voting finalized and Lions safety Kerby Joseph being left off the roster, is he being disrespected despite his league-leading nine interceptions and first-place finish among fan voting at the position? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Shep and Trent present their "Heroes and Heels" from the sports weekend. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Shep reacts to the news from Thursday night that Steve Yzerman and the Red Wings fired Derek Lalonde as head coach. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Shep and Trent present the "Friday Six-Pack" presented by Founders Brewing Co., with six non-sports related questions to launch you into the weekend. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Shep pays tribute to the great Rickey Henderson following his death at 65 years young. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Shep and Trent present their "Heroes and Heels" from the sports weekend, including who impressed and who deserves some flak. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.