MGoBlue Podcasts with Jon Jansen
Episodes
Conqu'ring Heroes 106 - Brandon Naurato
28 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Hockey season is almost upon us, so Jon welcomes Head Coach Brandon Naurato to Conqu'ring Heroes. Naurato reflects on his journey to earning the full-...
In the Trenches 377 - Mike Sainristil
27 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Jon shares some of his observations after studying the film from Michigan's win over Rutgers (4:30) and reacts to a wild Week 4 in the Big Ten and the...
Defend the Block 197 - Peloton's Hayes Grooms
26 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Last month, Michigan Athletics and Peloton announced an exciting new partnership, and a former Wolverine basketball player was a key part of its creat...
Radio Replay - Inside Michigan Football (Sept. 25)
26 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
On this week's edition of the "Inside Michigan Football" Radio Show, Jon visited with Head Coach Jim Harbaugh (2:00), Tight Ends Coach Grant Newsome (...
In the Trenches 376 - Rutgers Recap
23 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
The Wolverines kicked off Big Ten play with a 31-7 win over Rutgers on Saturday afternoon. Jon and Brian share their initial thoughts before we hear f...
In the Trenches 375 - Rutgers Preview
22 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Big Ten play begins on Saturday afternoon at the Big House, and Jon Jansen gets you ready for the matchup with Rutgers by breaking down his Keys to th...
Conqu'ring Heroes 105 - Kendall Murray & Jacque Boney
21 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Two key members of Michigan Volleyball join us this week to review the team's performance so far this season and look ahead to Friday's Big Ten opener...
In the Trenches 374 - Jaylen Harrell
20 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Jon and Brian put a bow on the Wolverines' non-conference efforts (4:00) and react to the biggest storylines around the Big Ten and Top 25 (13:30) dur...
Defend the Block 196 - Jevohn Shepherd
19 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Former Wolverine and current basketball broadcaster Jevohn Shepherd is our guest this week. Shepherd summarizes his opportunity to be part of ESPN's c...
Radio Replay - Inside Michigan Football (Sept. 18)
19 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
We had a fun show on Monday night, as Head Coach Jim Harbaugh joined us at the beginning (with a cameo from junior running back Donovan Edwards). Then...
In the Trenches 373 - Bowling Green Recap
17 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
The Wolverines wrapped up non-conference play with a 31-6 win over Bowling Green on Saturday night at the Big House. Jon, Brian, Doug, and Jack react ...
In the Trenches 372 - Bowling Green Preview
15 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Jon gets you ready for Michigan’s non-conference finale with a full breakdown of his Keys to the Game, along with a Locker Room Speech, as the Wolve...
Conqu'ring Heroes 104 - Jennifer Klein
14 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
We're talking Michigan's women's soccer team, which is off to a 4-1-2 start to the season! Head Coach Jennifer Klein shares her takeaways from a chall...
In the Trenches 371 - Kenneth Grant
13 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Jon attempts to put J.J. McCarthy's strong start in perspective (4:00), points out a few players he will be watching on Saturday night against Bowling...
Defend the Block 195 - Saddi Washington
12 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
We catch up with one of our favorites on the podcast - men's basketball Assistant Coach Saddi Washington. After discussing his daughter's transfer to ...
Radio Replay - Inside Michigan Football (Sept. 11)
12 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
We began this week's radio show with Head Coach Jim Harbaugh, who reacted to the Wolverines' win over UNLV, reflected on his memories from September 1...
In the Trenches 370 - UNLV Recap
10 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Led by two head coaches, the Wolverines took care of business on Saturday with a 35-7 victory over UNLV at the Big House. Jon and Brian break down the...
In the Trenches 369 - UNLV Preview
08 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
The Wolverines are back in action on Saturday against UNLV, and Jon Jansen prepares you for the non-conference clash with his Keys to the Game and Loc...
Conqu'ring Heroes 103 - Brian Kegler
07 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Michigan Athletics' new Executive Associate Athletic Director of Development Brian Kegler joins us on Conqu'ring Heroes this week. Kegler details how ...
In the Trenches 368 - Keshaun Harris
06 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
On this week's "Seven from 77," Jon puts a bow on Michigan's season-opening win over ECU (5:00), looks ahead to the preparation for the Wolverine...
Defend the Block 194 - Elise Stuck
05 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
We visit with women's basketball senior Elise Stuck on this week's edition of Defend the Block. Stuck recaps the team's trip to Italy and Croatia last...
Radio Replay - Inside Michigan Football (Sept. 4)
05 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Per usual, Head Coach Jim Harbaugh joined Jon Jansen at the beginning of this week's edition of the "Inside Michigan Football" Radio Show. Then, Jon c...
In the Trenches 367 - ECU Recap
02 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Our first postgame episode of the season is jam-packed with analysis and interviews following the Wolverines' 30-3 win over the East Carolina Pirates....
In the Trenches 366 - ECU Preview
01 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
The 2023 season is almost here, which means our preview episodes are back! After our radio network scene setter, Jon shares his Keys to the Game for t...
Conqu'ring Heroes 102 - Greg Harden
31 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Conqu'ring Heroes is back for another season! We kick things off with the great Greg Harden, who worked for the University of Michigan Athletic Depart...
In the Trenches 365 - Trevor Keegan
30 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
It's finally game week! Jon and Brian discuss the Wolverines’ coaching staff assignments for the first three games (5:00), Jim Harbaugh's comments a...
Defend the Block 193 - Jimmy King
29 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Brian catches up with a Michigan legend this week, as Fab Five member Jimmy King makes his Defend the Block debut. King details his return to school t...
Radio Replay - Inside Michigan Football (Aug. 28)
29 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
The "Inside Michigan Football" Radio Show is back for another season! Jon kicks off the show by welcoming in Head Coach Jim Harbaugh, who discusses hi...
In the Trenches 364 - Jaylen Harrell
23 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Jon kicks things off by reacting to the self-imposed three-game suspension for Head Coach Jim Harbaugh (3:00), updating the other key storylines aroun...
Defend the Block 192 - Jace Howard
22 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In a wide-ranging conversation, Michigan men's basketball guard Jace Howard recalls his memories from past Miami Heat playoff runs (2:30) and an ...
In the Trenches 363 - Roman Wilson
16 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this week's "Seven from 77," Jon and Brian discuss Michigan Athletics' exciting new partnership with Champions Circle™ (1:30), the early returns ...
Defend the Block 191 - Phil Martelli
15 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
It's always a treat when Associate Head Coach Phil Martelli joins us on Defend the Block! During this visit, Martelli shares his thoughts on the progr...
In the Trenches 362 - Josh Wallace
09 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
We begin by reacting to the wild week in conference realignment (5:00) and discussing some key takeaways from Michigan's recent media availability (25...
Defend the Block 190 - Taylor Williams & Elissa Brett
08 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
We talk Michigan women's hoops on this week's episode of Defend the Block, as Brian gets to know a pair of graduate transfers who started their colleg...
In the Trenches 361 - B1G Media Day Recap
02 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Media Day is over, and fall camp is upon us! Jon and Brian break down some of the key comments by the Wolverines' representatives during last week's B...
Defend the Block 189 - Dug McDaniel & Harrison Hochberg
01 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
We kick things off this week by catching up with sophomore point guard Dug McDaniel. After talking about his new dog Ace, McDaniel looks back on his f...
In the Trenches 360 - B1G Media Day Preview
26 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Football season is almost here, so Jon and Brian set the scene for the final few days before fall camp (3:30), and then they break down each team's ex...
Defend the Block 188 - George Washington III
25 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
We introduce incoming freshman George Washington III on this week's episode of Defend the Block. Washington recaps his recruiting process (4:00), ...
In the Trenches 359 - Jake Butt
19 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
With training camp just around the corner, Jon sits down with former Wolverine star Jake Butt, who has now carved out an outstanding career for himsel...
Defend the Block 187 - Nimari Burnett
18 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Another week, another Michigan men's basketball introduction! On this episode of Defend the Block, Brian sits down with Alabama graduate transfer Nima...
In the Trenches 358 - Steve Clinkscale & Mike Elston
12 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
We have two more assistant coaches on In the Trenches this week, as Jon starts by welcoming in Defensive Backs Coach and Co-Defensive Coordinator Stev...
Defend the Block 186 - Tray Jackson
11 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
We continue our men's basketball introductions with a young man who is returning to Southeast Michigan, Seton Hall graduate transfer Tray Jackson. Jac...
In the Trenches 357 - Ron Bellamy & Grant Newsome
05 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Over the next couple of weeks, we will catch up with some Michigan position coaches. On this episode of "In the Trenches," presented by Meijer, Jon ch...
Defend the Block 185 - Olivier Nkamhoua
04 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Over the next few weeks, we'll get to know the newest members of the men's basketball program. We begin with Tennessee graduate transfer Olivier Nkamh...
Defend the Block 184 - Jett Howard
30 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Heading into the holiday weekend, we have a bonus episode of Defend the Block for you, as Brian chats with the newest member of the Orlando Magic - Je...
In the Trenches 356 - Position Group Breakdown
28 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
With kickoff about two months away, Jon and Brian break down each position group at this stage of the offseason. Jon assigns a confidence level for ea...
Defend the Block 183 - NBA Draft Recap & Lauren Hansen
27 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Brian starts this week's episode by reacting to the two Wolverines who were selected in the top 15 picks of last week's NBA Draft - Jett Howard (11th,...
Conqu'ring Heroes 101 - Warde Manuel
23 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
As we wrap up another season of Conqu'ring Heroes, Jon Jansen sits down with Warde Manuel, the Donald R. Shepherd Director of Athletics here at the Un...
In the Trenches 355 - Mo Hurst
21 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Former Wolverine and current Cleveland Browns defensive lineman Mo Hurst stops by "In the Trenches" this week! Hurst discusses his NFL journey to this...
Defend the Block 182 - Daniel Horton
20 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
After discussing the program's addition of three transfers (Nimari Burnett, Tray Jackson, and Olivier Nkamhoua) and looking ahead to this week's NBA D...
Conqu'ring Heroes 100 - Kevin Conry
15 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Fresh off a landmark season for Michigan men's lacrosse, Head Coach Kevin Conry stops by the show to reflect on all of the team's accomplishments (1:3...
In the Trenches 354 - Reaction to a Busy Week
14 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Jon and Brian break down a busy week for Michigan Football, including a couple of roster updates for 2023 (4:00), the launching of the "M Power" progr...
Defend the Block 181 - Terrance Williams II
13 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Brian catches up with soon-to-be senior Terrance Williams II about his offseason work and goals (3:00), his observations of the other returning Wolver...
Conqu'ring Heroes 99 - Hailey Borja & Mikaela Schulz
08 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
A pair of women's golf stars recently announced that they would utilize their fifth year and return to Michigan for the 2023-24 season. Hailey Borja j...
In the Trenches 353 - Giovanni El-Hadi
07 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
During this week's "Seven from 77," Jon reacts to last week's scheduling news (2:30), some of Jim Harbaugh's recent comments (14:00), and the SEC's de...
Defend the Block 180 - Zavier Simpson
06 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Brian catches up with Michigan men's basketball legend Zavier Simpson, who updates fans on his professional career (3:30), reflects on his time in the...
Conqu'ring Heroes 98 - Kevin Sullivan
01 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
It was a productive weekend for Michigan Track & Field, as seven student-athletes and one relay team qualified for the NCAA Outdoor Championships....
In the Trenches 352 - Colston Loveland & Davis Warren
31 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
We catch up with a pair of Wolverines from the offensive side, as tight end Colston Loveland and quarterback Davis Warren sit down with Jon Jansen. Lo...
In the Trenches 351 - Braiden McGregor
24 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Jon discusses what this part of the calendar is like for the players (4:00), reacts to the latest around the Big Ten's TV deal and some realignment re...
Defend the Block 179 - Jillian Dunston & Jordan Hobbs
23 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
We catch up with a pair of members from Michigan women's basketball this week. First, Brian chats with another familiar face returning as an assistant...
In the Trenches 350 - Myles Hinton & Drake Nugent
17 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
This week, we introduce you to the two incoming transfers from Stanford--offensive linemen Myles Hinton and Drake Nugent. Both young men discuss their...
Conqu'ring Heroes 97 - Jaedan Brown & Patrick Maloney
16 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
For the first time ever, both Michigan women's and men's tennis qualified for the Elite Eight of the NCAA Tournament, so we are releasing Conqu'ring H...
Defend the Block 178 - Jaelin Llewellyn
16 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Brian begins the episode by reacting to Hunter Dickinson's decision to transfer. Then, graduate student guard Jaelin Llewellyn takes fans inside his l...
Conqu'ring Heroes 96 - Mark Rothstein
11 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
We talk Michigan Rowing this week, as Head Coach Mark Rothstein chats with Jon Jansen about the team's journey to this weekend's Big Ten Championships...
In the Trenches 349 - Sherrone Moore
10 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Jon does a deep dive with Offensive Coordinator and Offensive Line Coach Sherrone Moore on this week’s episode of In the Trenches, presented by Meij...
Defend the Block 177 - Youssef Khayat
09 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
This week, Brian chats with Youssef Khayat, who rehashes his first year in the United States on and off the court (6:30), critiques his first sea...
Conqu'ring Heroes 95 - Hannah Nielsen
03 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
With a huge weekend ahead for Michigan women's lacrosse, we have a special Wednesday edition of Conqu’ring Heroes with Head Coach Hannan Nielsen. Ni...
In the Trenches 348 - NFL Draft Review & Derrick Moore
03 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
After discussing a few transfer portal departures and some future schedule additions (4:00), Jon and Brian dig into the landing spots for each of the ...
Defend the Block 176 - Laila Phelia & Melanie Moore
02 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
We're talking Michigan women's basketball on this week's edition of Defend the Block! Brian chats with soon-to-be junior Laila Phelia about the challe...
Conqu'ring Heroes 94 - Keke Tholl & Lauren Derkowski
27 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
With the softball season approaching the stretch run, Jon catches up with a pair of Wolverines stars in catcher Keke Tholl and pitcher Lauren Derkowsk...
In the Trenches 347 - NFL Draft Preview & Dave Ablauf
26 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
With the NFL Draft on the horizon this week, Jon discusses some potential team fits for the draft-eligible Wolverines (5:00) and answers some question...
Defend the Block 175 - Will Tschetter
25 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Forward Will Tschetter is our guest this week on Defend the Block. Tschetter assesses his work on and off the court last season (8:00), previews the y...
Conqu'ring Heroes 93 - Cassie Churnside
20 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Fresh off an outstanding regular season for Michigan Water Polo, we catch up with first-year Head Coach Cassie Churnside to detail her first year in A...
In the Trenches 346 - Jesse Minter
19 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Defensive Coordinator Jesse Minter stops by for a lengthy conversation as he reacts to the program's work since the end of last season (1:30) and upda...
Defend the Block 174 - Tarris Reed, Jr.
18 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Defend the Block is back! Brian starts the episode by reacting to the busy first month of the college basketball offseason. Then, he sits down with fo...
Conqu'ring Heroes 92 - Ronni Bernstein
13 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Michigan women's tennis is preparing for a critical pair of home matches, so Jon catches up with Head Coach Ronni Bernstein on this week's episode. Co...
In the Trenches 345 - Peyton O'Leary
12 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this week's "Seven from 77," Jon breaks down what the post-spring ball assignments are around the facility (4:00) and analyzes some of the teams th...
Conqu'ring Heroes 91 - Fred Richard
06 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Fresh off earning another Big Ten Championship last weekend, Michigan men's gymnastics is the focal point of this week's edition of Conqu'ring Heroes!...
In the Trenches 344 - Spring Game Review
05 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Jon and Brian put a bow on Saturday's Spring Game by breaking down each position group's efforts. They discuss the offensive side of the ball at the 7...
In the Trenches 343 - Mike Hart & Jay Harbaugh
30 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
We have a bonus edition of In the Trenches, presented by Meijer, for you this week! Jon sits down with the Head Coaches for Saturday's Spring Game to ...
Conqu'ring Heroes 90 - Mason Parris
30 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
The top college wrestler in the nation is our guest this week! Michigan Wrestling star Mason Parris takes fans through his challenging journey to a na...
In the Trenches 342 - Roman Wilson
29 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Jon shares his expectations for each position group during Saturday's Spring Game on this week's edition of "Seven from 77." Then, senior wide receive...
Conqu'ring Heroes 89 - Bev Plocki
23 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Michigan women's gymnastics program continued its Big Ten dominance last weekend, never trailing en route to a record 27th Big Ten Championship. On th...
In the Trenches 341 - Josaiah Stewart
22 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Jon reacts to the performances by the 13 former Wolverines who participated in Friday's Pro Day (3:00) and discusses the latest around the program (10...
Defend the Block 173 - Vanderbilt Recap
18 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Michigan men's basketball's season came to an end on Saturday with a narrow loss at Vanderbilt. Brian Boesch and Terry Mills put a bow on a tough seas...
Defend the Block 172 - UNLV Recap (WBB)
17 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Michigan women's basketball knocked off UNLV in the first round of the NCAA Tournament on Friday afternoon! Brian reacts to the Wolverines' business-l...
Conqu'ring Heroes 88 - Adam Steinberg
16 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
We discuss the surging Michigan men's tennis team on this week's edition of Conqu'ring Heroes. Head Coach Adam Steinberg details his team's outstandin...
In the Trenches 340 - Jack Tuttle & A.J. Barner
15 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Jon identifies some under-the-radar Wolverines who could become much more well known by the time September rolls around (5:30) and dissects some of th...
Defend the Block 171 - Toledo Recap
15 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
The Wolverines knocked off Toledo in the first round of the NIT on Tuesday night at Crisler Center. Brian breaks down the win before chatting with his...
Radio Replay - Inside Michigan Basketball (Mar. 13)
14 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Our final show of the season took place at the Pretzel Bell in downtown Ann Arbor on Monday night. Brian and Terry chat with Kim Barnes Arico at the b...
Defend the Block 170 - Rutgers Recap
09 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
The Wolverines' NCAA Tournament hopes evaporated in a 62-50 loss to Rutgers in their first and only Big Ten Tournament game. Brian Boesch and Terry Mi...
Conqu'ring Heroes 87 - Kevin Conry
09 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
We catch up with men’s lacrosse Head Coach Kevin Conry this week on Conqu’ring Heroes! Conry provides a summary of the Wolverines’ 3-2 start to ...
In the Trenches 339 - Cornelius Johnson
08 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Jon provides an update on spring ball and shares his thoughts on the Wolverines who participated in last week's NFL Scouting Combine in this week's "S...
Radio Replay - Inside Michigan Basketball (Mar. 6)
07 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
On Monday night at the Pretzel Bell in downtown Ann Arbor, Brian Boesch and Terry Mills sat down with women's basketball Head Coach Kim Barnes Arico (...
Defend the Block 169 - Indiana Recap
06 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
For the second time this week, Michigan dropped an overtime road game. Brian reacts to Indiana's 75-73 victory, and then we hear from radio analyst Te...
Defend the Block 168 - Illinois Recap
03 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Michigan suffered a gut-wrenching loss in double overtime at Illinois on Thursday night. Brian shares his initial thoughts before we hear from radio a...
Conqu'ring Heroes 86 - Kevin Sullivan
02 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Michigan women's Track & Field won the Big Ten Indoor Championship last weekend! Kevin Sullivan, the Director of Track & Field and Cross Count...
In the Trenches 338 - Ernest Hausmann
01 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Jon and Brian react to Head Coach Jim Harbaugh's recent press conference, including his comments on J.J. McCarthy's next steps, the program's quest fo...
Radio Replay - Inside Michigan Basketball (Feb. 27)
28 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
It was a jam-packed radio show at the Pretzel Bell on Monday night, as Brian and Terry chatted with men's basketball assistant coach Saddi Washington ...
Defend the Block 167 - Wisconsin Recap
27 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Michigan pulled out an incredible overtime win over Wisconsin on Sunday at Crisler Center. Brian breaks down the game-tying "legacy shot" and the Wolv...