MGoBlue Podcasts with Jon Jansen

Defend the Block 258 - Kim Barnes Arico

20 Aug 2024

Contributed by Lukas

This week, Brian catches up with Kim Barnes Arico, the Head Coach of Michigan Women's Basketball. She discusses her trip to Paris to watch Syla Swords...

In the Trenches 447 - Derrick Moore & Lou Esposito

14 Aug 2024

Contributed by Lukas

We have a pair of great guests on this week's edition of In the Trenches, presented by Meijer! First, Jon sits down with junior EDGE Derrick Moore, wh...

Defend the Block 257 - Justin Pippen

13 Aug 2024

Contributed by Lukas

We continue our introductory conversations with new Michigan men's basketball players by chatting with our first true freshman - Justin Pippen. Pippen...

In the Trenches 446 - Myles Hinton & Kenneth Grant

07 Aug 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Jon shares his thoughts on the first week of training camp, the plan for determining the starting quarterback, and Grant Newsome's exciting new assign...

Defend the Block 256 - Rubin Jones

06 Aug 2024

Contributed by Lukas

This week's guest is fifth-year transfer Rubin Jones, who comes to Ann Arbor after becoming the winningest player in North Texas history. Jones reflec...

In the Trenches 445 - Tony Alford & Kalel Mullings

31 Jul 2024

Contributed by Lukas

We focus on the running back room this week, as Jon kicks off the show by welcoming in new Offensive Run Game Coordinator and Running Backs Coach Tony...

Defend the Block 255 - Roddy Gayle, Jr.

30 Jul 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Roddy Gayle, Jr., joined the Michigan program this spring after spending his first two collegiate seasons in Columbus. Gayle discusses his journey fro...

In the Trenches 444 - Makari Paige & Tyler Morris

24 Jul 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Jon and Brian react to the Big Ten's preseason media poll during our "Seven from 77." Then, two players stop by this week's edition of In the Trenches...

Defend the Block 254 - Sam Walters

23 Jul 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Sophomore forward Sam Walters, a transfer from Alabama, visits with Brian Boesch on this week's episode of Defend the Block. Walters discusses his len...

In the Trenches 443 - Summer Recap

17 Jul 2024

Contributed by Lukas

This week on In the Trenches, presented by Meijer, Jon and Brian set the table for the final two weeks before training camp begins and discuss some st...

Defend the Block 253 - Jordan Hobbs & KT Harrell

16 Jul 2024

Contributed by Lukas

We kick off the episode with women's basketball senior Jordan Hobbs, who details her offseason and offers some early observations on this season's tea...

In the Trenches 442 - Doug Karsch's Top 10 Plays of 2023

10 Jul 2024

Contributed by Lukas

We conclude our series with the radio crew's Top 10 Plays of 2023 by hearing from play-by-play broadcaster Doug Karsch, who reflects on his favorite m...

Defend the Block 252 - Danny Wolf

09 Jul 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Brian sits down with Yale transfer Danny Wolf, who discusses his Michigan fandom since childhood, his college journey to this point, his fit with the ...

In the Trenches 441 - LaMar Morgan

03 Jul 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Jon welcomes new Defensive Pass Game Coordinator/Defensive Backs Coach LaMar Morgan to the podcast this week. Morgan discusses his acclimation to the ...

Defend the Block 251 - Tre Donaldson

02 Jul 2024

Contributed by Lukas

We continue to get to know new members of the Michigan men's basketball program by visiting with Auburn transfer Tre Donaldson this week. Donaldson di...

In the Trenches 440 - Jack Miller's Top 10 Plays of 2023

26 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

We continue our "Top 10 Plays of 2023" series this week, as Jack Miller counts down his favorite moments from the Wolverines' remarkable run to the Na...

Defend the Block 250 - Vladislav Goldin

25 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Get to know one of the many newcomers for Michigan men's basketball, as Brian visits with Florida Atlantic transfer Vlad Goldin this week on Defend th...

In the Trenches 439 - J.B. Brown

19 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Jon and Brian discuss some early national predictions, the unveiling of the 12-team College Football Playoff schedule, and much more in this week's "S...

Defend the Block 249 - Justine Raterman & Matt Aldred

18 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Brian visits with two new members of the Michigan Basketball family this week. The episode begins with new women's basketball assistant coach Justine ...

In the Trenches 438 - Brian Boesch's Top 10 Plays of 2023

12 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Our third installment of the "Top 10 Plays of 2023" is here for you this week, as Brian Boesch counts down his top moments from the Wolverines' remark...

Defend the Block 248 - Nimari Burnett

11 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

With summer practices getting underway this week, Brian sits down with Nimari Burnett, one of the Wolverines who returned to the program from last sea...

Conqu'ring Heroes 136 - Warde Manuel

06 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

On our season finale of Conqu'ring Heroes, Jon Jansen visits with Warde Manuel, the Donald R. Shepherd Director of Athletics at the University of Mich...

In the Trenches 437 - Ron Bellamy

05 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Jon discusses the latest happenings around Schembechler Hall, reacts to some big news in college athletics, and ranks the five games he is most excite...

Defend the Block 247 - Dusty May

04 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

With the start of summer practices just days away, Michigan men's basketball Head Coach Dusty May sits down with Brian Boesch to discuss the building ...

Conqu'ring Heroes 135 - Kevin Sullivan

30 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

With the NCAA Outdoor Championships coming up June 5-8 in Eugene, Ore., Michigan Director of Track & Field Kevin Sullivan breaks down the Wolverin...

In the Trenches 436 - Jason Avant's Top 10 Plays of 2023

29 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

As Jon Jansen did a few weeks back, Michigan sideline reporter Jason Avant shares his Top 10 Plays from the 2023 season with the enthusiasm that only ...

Defend the Block 246 - Matt Norlander

28 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

This week's guest is Matt Norlander, who covers college basketball as a writer and podcast host for CBS Sports. Norlander discusses Dusty May's incred...

Conqu'ring Heroes 134 - Zara Collisson

23 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

This week's guest is Michigan Rowing star Zara Collisson, who learned Wednesday that she is the Big Ten's Athlete of the Year. Collisson reacts to tha...

In the Trenches 435 - Donovan Edwards

22 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

We learned recently that senior running back Donovan Edwards would be one of the cover athletes on the soon-to-be-released EA Sports™ College Footba...

Defend the Block 245 - Spike Albrecht

21 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

We talk the past, present, and future of Michigan men's basketball with former Wolverine Spike Albrecht this week on Defend the Block. Albrecht reflec...

Conqu'ring Heroes 133 - Ronni Bernstein

16 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Michigan Women's Tennis will compete for a National Championship this weekend in Stillwater, Okla., and Jon Jansen previews the action - starting with...

In the Trenches 434 - Ernest Hausmann

15 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this week's "Seven from 77," Jon and Brian discuss the latest around Schembechler Hall, including the current activities for the players and a few ...

Defend the Block 244 - Roster Analysis

14 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Head Coach Dusty May held a press conference last week. Brian breaks down some of Coach May's comments to the media and analyzes the Wolverines' new-l...

Conqu'ring Heroes 132 - Michael Boehm

09 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Michigan men's lacrosse is preparing for its NCAA Tournament opener at Denver on Saturday, so Jon Jansen visits with star senior Michael Boehm. The pr...

In the Trenches 433 - Jon Jansen's Top 10 Plays of 2023

08 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Throughout the offseason, each member of the Michigan Radio team will list their Top 10 plays from the Wolverines' 2023 season. We kick off this speci...

Defend the Block 243 - Kyle Church & Drew Williamson

07 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

We wrap up our introductions to Michigan men's basketball's staff with the two assistant coaches who, like Head Coach Dusty May, have moved to Ann Arb...

Conqu'ring Heroes 131 - Mark Rothstein

02 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Legendary Michigan Rowing Head Coach Mark Rothstein is our guest on this week's episode of Conqu'ring Heroes, as the Wolverines prepare for the Big Te...

In the Trenches 432 - NFL Draft Recap

01 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Michigan Football set a school record with 13 NFL Draft selections, the most for any program during the 2024 event. Following the incredible festiviti...

Defend the Block 242 - Justin Joyner

30 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Another new Michigan men's basketball assistant coach is our guest on Defend the Block! Justin Joyner shares some details on his decision to leave his...

Conqu'ring Heroes 130 - Zach Barlow

25 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In advance of this weekend's Big Ten Championships, Jon welcomes men's golf Head Coach Zach Barlow to the podcast. Coach Barlow discusses his team's s...

In the Trenches 431 - Sherrone Moore

24 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Fresh off his first Spring Game as Head Coach, Sherrone Moore sits down with Jon Jansen at the beginning of the episode to recap the team's work durin...

Defend the Block 241 - Akeem Miskdeen

23 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

We continue our introductions of new Michigan men's basketball assistant coaches with Akeem Miskdeen, who joins the staff after spending the last thre...

Defend the Block 240 - Mike Boynton, Jr.

18 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

On Thursday afternoon, Head Coach Dusty May officially announced his new coaching staff. Over the next few weeks, Brian will visit with each new assis...

Conqu'ring Heroes 129 - Jan Dowling

18 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

With the Big Ten Championships coming up this weekend, Women's Golf Head Coach Jan Dowling sits down with Jon Jansen to recap her program's record-set...

In the Trenches 430 - Colston Loveland

17 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

The Spring Game is just a few days away, so Jon previews the event and shares some of the storylines he will be following at the game. Then, junior ti...

Defend the Block 239 - Will Tschetter

16 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In an offseason of change for Michigan men's basketball, soon-to-be graduate student Will Tschetter recently announced that he will return for his fou...

Conqu'ring Heroes 128 - Landen Blixt

11 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Michigan Men's Gymnastics won another Big Ten Championship last weekend, so Jon sits down with sophomore Landen Blixt, who earned the Big Ten floor ex...

In the Trenches 429 - Josh Priebe

10 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

On this week's "Seven from 77," Jon shares his latest observations from spring ball and dissects the Wolverines' defensive prospects in the upcoming N...

Defend the Block 238 - FAU Broadcaster Ken LaVicka

09 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Brian visits with Ken LaVicka, the play-by-play voice of Florida Atlantic men's basketball and football, on this week's edition of Defend the Block. L...

In the Trenches 428 - Josaiah Stewart

03 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

On this week's "Seven from 77," Jon reacts to the hiring of Lou Esposito as Defensive Line Coach, updates fans on the latest around spring ball, and d...

Conqu'ring Heroes 127 - Bev Plocki

01 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

We are coming to you early this week, as Crisler Center will host an NCAA Regional in women's gymnastics from Wednesday through Saturday. Therefore, J...

Conqu'ring Heroes 126 - Ronni Bernstein

28 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

This week, Jon Jansen visits with Ronni Bernstein, the Head Coach of the second-ranked Michigan Women's Tennis team. Coach Bernstein breaks down some ...

Defend the Block 237 - Dylan Burkhardt

27 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Fresh off Tuesday's introductory press conference for new Head Coach Dusty May, Dylan Burkhardt of UMHoops.com stops by the show to discuss Coach May'...

In the Trenches 427 - Donovan Edwards

27 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

On this week's "Seven from 77," Jon shares his latest observations from spring ball, reacts to Head Coach Sherrone Moore's recent press conference, an...

Defend the Block 236 - Dusty May

26 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

On Tuesday afternoon, Michigan Athletics held an introductory press conference to welcome Dusty May as its new Men’s Basketball Head Coach. Brian Bo...

Conqu'ring Heroes 125 - Cassie Churnside

21 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Cassie Churnside, the second-year Head Coach of Michigan Water Polo, stops by to recap her program's start to the season and preview a busy weekend ah...

In the Trenches 426 - Brian Jean-Mary

20 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Spring Ball is here! Jon and Brian discuss the early returns from Spring Ball, Friday's Pro Day storylines, and the recent College Football Playoff de...

Radio Replay - Inside Michigan Basketball (Mar. 18)

19 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Our final basketball radio show of the 2023-24 season took place on Monday night at the Pretzel Bell in downtown Ann Arbor! We talked women's basketba...

Defend the Block 235 - Penn State Recap

14 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

The Wolverines' season came to an end on Wednesday night in the first round of the Big Ten Tournament. Brian and Terry recap both the loss to Penn Sta...

Conqu'ring Heroes 124 - Sean Maymi

14 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Jon checks in with first-year men's tennis Head Coach Sean Maymi on this week's episode of Conqu'ring Heroes. Maymi reacts to the program's challengin...

In the Trenches 425 - Wink Martindale

13 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Jon shares his thoughts on the new-look defensive coaching staff under Head Coach Sherrone Moore in this week's "Seven from 77." Then, Jon visits with...

Radio Replay - Inside Michigan Hockey (Mar. 12)

13 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

We had a loaded final episode of "Inside Michigan Hockey" on Tuesday night. Al Randall visited with Head Coach Brandon Naurato, junior Ethan Edwards, ...

Radio Replay - Inside Michigan Basketball (Mar. 11)

12 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

We kicked off a jam-packed show by visiting with the legendary Carol Hutchins, who discussed her post-coaching life and previewed the 15th annual Mich...

Defend the Block 234 - Nebraska Recap

10 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

The Wolverines dropped their final game of the regular season to red-hot Nebraska on Sunday afternoon. Brian Boesch and Terry Mills recap the 85-70 lo...

Conqu'ring Heroes 123 - Beau Pederson

07 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

This week, Jon visits with Beau Pederson, one of the stars of the men's lacrosse program and the son and grandson of former Michigan Football players....

In the Trenches 424 - Justin Tress

06 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Jon and Brian react to the performances by former Wolverines in the NFL Scouting Combine and some of the reports surrounding the College Football Play...

Radio Replay - Inside Michigan Hockey (Mar. 5)

06 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

With the Big Ten Tournament starting this weekend, the Voice of Michigan Hockey Al Randall visits with Head Coach Brandon Naurato and forwards Mark Es...

Radio Replay - Inside Michigan Basketball (Mar. 4)

05 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

We had both Head Coaches on Monday's edition of the "Inside Michigan Basketball" radio show. Brian and Terry welcomed in Juwan Howard at the beginning...

Defend the Block 233 - Ohio State Recap

04 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Ohio State surged past the Wolverines in the second half for an 84-61 victory on Sunday afternoon. Hear from Brian Boesch, Terry Mills, and Head Coach...

Defend the Block 232 - Rutgers Recap

01 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

The Wolverines never led in a Thursday night loss at Rutgers. Brian Boesch, Terry Mills, and Head Coach Juwan Howard react to the 82-52 decision on th...

Conqu'ring Heroes 122 - Aasia Laurencin & Tom Brady

29 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Jon visits with two Michigan Track & Field stars on this week's Conqu'ring Heroes. The episode begins with senior Aasia Laurencin, who finished fi...

In the Trenches 423 - Spring Roster Preview

28 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

With the 30-day transfer portal closed following the head coaching change, and as spring football approaches, Jon and Brian go position-by-position to...

Radio Replay - Inside Michigan Hockey (Feb. 27)

28 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Fresh off last weekend's big sweep of Notre Dame, we had a great episode of Inside Michigan Hockey on Tuesday night. Fred Pletsch visited with Associa...

Radio Replay - Inside Michigan Basketball (Feb. 26)

27 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

We had a fun radio show at the Pretzel Bell on Monday night. Michigan men's basketball redshirt sophomore Will Tschetter kicked off the program with B...

Defend the Block 231 - Purdue Recap

25 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

The Wolverines' rally fell short on Sunday against third-ranked Purdue. Brian reacts to the loss before visiting with the national champ Terry Mills (...

Defend the Block 230 - Northwestern Recap

23 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

The short-handed Wolverines fought hard in a loss at Northwestern on Thursday night in Evanston. Brian and Terry break down the game before Head Coach...

Conqu'ring Heroes 121 - Planning a Championship Parade

22 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Jon Jansen sits down with Jake Stocker, Director of Game Presentation and Fan Experience with Michigan Athletics, to discuss what goes into the prepar...

Radio Replay - Inside Michigan Hockey (Feb. 20)

21 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

We had a jam-packed episode of "Inside Michigan Hockey" on Tuesday night from the Pretzel Bell in downtown Ann Arbor, as the Wolverines gear up for th...

In the Trenches 422 - Steve Casula

21 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Jon and Brian discuss the latest happenings around Schembechler Hall, the upcoming NFL Scouting Combine, and the potential of the tight end group for ...

Radio Replay - Inside Michigan Basketball (Feb. 19)

20 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

On Monday's basketball radio show, Brian and Terry visited with women's basketball assistant coach Jillian Dunston at the beginning of the program. Th...

Defend the Block 229 - Michigan State Recap

18 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

The Wolverines couldn't close out their rivals from East Lansing on Saturday night at Crisler Center. Brian Boesch and Terry Mills break down the 73-6...

Conqu'ring Heroes 120 - Tracy Smith

15 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

With the start of the baseball season upon us, Jon visits with Tracy Smith, the second-year Head Coach of Michigan Baseball, on this week's episode of...

In the Trenches 421 - Grant Newsome

14 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Jon and Brian discuss Michigan's recent staff changes and 2024 recruiting class, along with Sunday's thrilling Super Bowl, on this week's "Seven from ...

Defend the Block 228 - Illinois Recap

14 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

The Wolverines couldn't slow down Terrence Shannon, Jr., and the Fighting Illini on Tuesday night. Brian Boesch and Terry Mills react to the 97-68 los...

Defend the Block 227 - Nebraska Recap

11 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

The Wolverines fell behind by as many as 30 points in a blowout loss at Nebraska on Saturday night. Brian shares his thoughts on a tough night, and th...

Conqu'ring Heroes 119 - Hannah Nielsen

08 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

With the women's lacrosse team's season opener set for Saturday at Jacksonville University, Jon Jansen sits down with seventh-year Head Coach Hannah N...

Defend the Block 226 - Wisconsin Recap

08 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

The Wolverines put together a team effort to knock off 11th-ranked Wisconsin on Wednesday night at Crisler Center. Brian reacts to the big win before ...

In the Trenches 420 - Kirk Campbell

07 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Jon and Brian react to Sherrone Moore’s staff announcements and the NFL-bound Wolverines’ performances in the Senior Bowl and Shrine Bowl during t...

Radio Replay - Inside Michigan Basketball (Feb. 5)

06 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

With plenty of action at Crisler Center coming up this week for Michigan Basketball, we kicked things off with another basketball radio show from the ...

Defend the Block 225 - Rutgers Recap

04 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Once again, the Wolverines couldn't protect a halftime lead and lost 69-59 to Rutgers on Saturday at Crisler Center. The episode begins with Brian and...

Radio Replay - Inside Michigan Basketball (Feb. 1)

02 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Both head coaches joined Brian and Terry on Thursday's basketball radio show, live from the Pretzel Bell in downtown Ann Arbor. We kicked off the show...

Conqu'ring Heroes 118 - Jaden Bullock & Katie Bores

01 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

We have two guests on this week's episode of Conqu'ring Heroes! First, redshirt junior Jaden Bullock of Michigan Wrestling discusses his strong season...

In the Trenches 419 - Reactions to a Busy Week

31 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Jon and Brian break down the promotion of Justin Tress to Director of Strength and Conditioning, outline some of the important assignments in the comi...

Defend the Block 224 - Michigan State Recap

31 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

The Wolverines' struggles continued on Tuesday night in East Lansing. Brian Boesch and Terry Mills share their observations from Michigan's 81-62 loss...

Defend the Block 223 - Iowa Recap

28 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

The Hawkeyes pulled away in the second half for an 88-78 win over Michigan on Saturday night at Crisler Center. Brian and Terry react to the Wolverine...

In the Trenches 418 - Head Coach Sherrone Moore

27 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Jon Jansen sits down with Sherrone Moore, the new Head Coach of Michigan Football, off the top of this special episode of In the Trenches, presented b...

Radio Replay - Inside Michigan Basketball (Jan. 25)

26 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

On our first "Inside Michigan Basketball" radio show of the new calendar year, Brian and Terry chatted with women's basketball assistant Jillian Dunst...

In the Trenches 417 - Reaction to Jim Harbaugh's Departure

25 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In a bonus edition of In the Trenches, presented by Meijer, Jon Jansen and Brian Boesch react to Jim Harbaugh's decision to return to the NFL and take...

Conqu'ring Heroes 117 - Bonnie Tholl

25 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Conqu'ring Heroes returns from its holiday break with Michigan Softball Head Coach Bonnie Tholl. Coach Tholl chats with Jon Jansen about her team's ta...

In the Trenches 416 - NFL Reaction & 2024 Storylines

24 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

On this week's episode of In the Trenches, presented by Meijer, Jon and Brian react to an outstanding NFL Postseason that involves a ton of former Wol...