In this week's "Seven from 77," Jon breaks down the landing spots for each of the eight Wolverines drafted last week (11:45) and analyzes some of the key storylines from the NFL Draft (20:45). Then, we begin our game-by-game preview for the 2021 season by chatting with Western Michigan play-by-play broadcaster Robin Hook. Hook discusses some of the biggest player departures for the Broncos (30:45), the outlook for the 2021 team (36:20), and the potential upside for this experienced roster (48:30...
May 06, 2021•57 min
Brian begins this week's episode by reflecting on Franz Wagner's incredible Michigan career and reacting to his decision to enter the NBA Draft. Then, Brian catches up with another departing Wolverine, point guard Mike Smith. Mike discusses the early stages of his NBA Draft preparations (12:00), reflects on his journey to and time in Ann Arbor (15:50), breaks down his evolution and improvement as a player over the last year (22:15), identifies a few of his favorite moments from last season (26:1...
May 05, 2021•37 min
This week on Conqu'ring Heroes, we preview Michigan women's water polo in the NCAA Tournament! Jon sits down with Dr. Marcelo Leonardi, the seventh-year Head Coach of the Wolverines, to discuss the team's NCAA Tournament draw (0:45), the unique journey through the regular season (4:00), his emotions after reaching the NCAA Tournament for a fifth straight time (9:15), and some of the key contributors on this year's team (14:30). See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Priva...
May 04, 2021•22 min
Jon chats with Head Coach Jim Harbaugh about his observations from the 15 high-energy spring practices (3:00), his early thoughts on the defensive scheme and personnel (7:10), the leaders and contenders for starting spots on the offensive line (16:20), his impressions of the rest of the offense by position group (22:00), and the emotions surrounding the NFL Draft (33:45). Then, Jon and Brian discuss some of their biggest takeaways from Coach Harbaugh's comments (38:45). See Privacy Policy at htt...
Apr 29, 2021•56 min
Brian welcomes now former Wolverine Chaundee Brown, Jr., to the podcast to discuss his NBA Draft decision and training (6:30), his reflections from Michigan's 2020-21 season (9:30), the fulfilled promises from Juwan Howard and the staff (13:00), and his favorite moments from his time in Ann Arbor (18:30). See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info ....
Apr 28, 2021•26 min
In advance of this weekend's Big Ten Tournament, Jon catches up with Men's Tennis Head Coach Adam Steinberg about his team's journey from last season's cancellation to now (0:45), the growth of the Big Ten in the sport (5:40), and the team's preparations for the postseason (11:00). See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info ....
Apr 27, 2021•18 min
In this week's edition, Jon and Brian discuss the changes to Michigan's recruiting department (3:15), offer up predictions for the top 10 picks in next week's NFL Draft (12:30), pinpoint the ideal landing spots for soon-to-be-drafted Wolverines (26:40), and establish their "Super Leagues" of college football (35:20). See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info ....
Apr 22, 2021•46 min
After reacting to the news that Eli Brooks would return for a fifth season, Brian chats with now former Wolverine Austin Davis about his reflections from last season (10:30), his development throughout his Michigan career (16:00), and the process of determining the next steps in his life (20:45). See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info ....
Apr 21, 2021•27 min
We are recapping a couple of championship performances on this week's edition of Conqu'ring Heroes. We begin with Women's Gymnastics' national championship, as Head Coach Bev Plocki discusses her reaction to the clinching moment (1:15), some of the incredible performances throughout the weekend (7:30), and the role that those who came before this group had on this team's championship run (13:30). Then, Jon catches up with Women's Tennis Head Coach Ronni Bernstein about the culture she and her st...
Apr 20, 2021•32 min
Jon begins with a full breakdown of Saturday's scrimmage inside the Big House, including his observations of the quarterbacks, offensive line, and defense. Then, Jon sits down with Quarterbacks Coach Matt Weiss to discuss his journey to Ann Arbor and the University of Michigan (28:15), the Wolverines' current quarterback room (36:40), and the increasing importance of analytics within football (43:30). See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19....
Apr 15, 2021•54 min
Brian reacts to the departures of Chaundee Brown, Jr., and Mike Smith on the men's basketball side (2:30). Then, he catches up with Naz Hillmon on her reflections of the incredible season for Michigan women's basketball (15:00), the groundwork that she and the program are doing in advance of next season (26:20), and her off-the-court work in pushing for gender equality and social justice (31:00). See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/p...
Apr 14, 2021•42 min
In advance of this weekend's NCAA Championships in men's gymnastics, Jon catches up with Head Coach Kurt Golder about the unique journey to an undefeated regular season and Big Ten title (0:45), the team's preparations for Friday and Saturday in Minneapolis (5:00), some details on the layout and schedule for the two-day event (9:45), and Jon's best potential gymnastics event (14:30). See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not...
Apr 13, 2021•20 min
In this week's "Seven from 77," Jon breaks down some comments from a few Wolverines, including WR Mike Sainristil, RB Blake Corum, and OL Zak Zinter. Then, Offensive Coordinator Josh Gattis stops by to discuss his impressions of the team in spring practice (23:00) and size up each offensive unit at this point of the offseason--offensive line (29:45), tight ends (35:40), wide receivers (37:40), running backs (42:45), and quarterbacks (47:30). See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and Ca...
Apr 08, 2021•55 min
With the college basketball season in the books, Brian catches up with Michigan women's basketball Head Coach Kim Barnes Arico about the wide range of emotions that still linger from the NCAA Tournament (7:30), the impact that this team's season had on Michigan fans around the world (14:30), the team's scary return from Texas (20:30), and her main priorities now that the offseason has arrived (23:30). Then, we bring you the final postgame conversation between Brian and Terry Mills from the postg...
Apr 07, 2021•39 min
Fresh off the program's 13th NCAA Regional title, Women's Gymnastics Head Coach Bev Plocki chats with Jon Jansen about the challenges of this unique season (0:45), the team's impressive performance last weekend in the Regionals (10:00), and the preparation for the NCAA Championships on April 16 and 17 in Fort Worth, Texas (18:40). See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info ....
Apr 06, 2021•28 min
Jon and Brian discuss the tough end to the men's basketball team's season before getting into this week's "Seven from 77" (8:40), which touches on last Friday's Pro Day, Giles Jackson's decision to transfer, and much more. Then, Jon catches up with Brad Hawkins about his observations from spring practice (31:30), his transition from wide receiver to defensive back (33:10), and the new-look defensive coaching staff and system (36:00). See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California...
Apr 01, 2021•45 min
Brian breaks down his early thoughts on the Bruins in advance of Tuesday's Elite Eight clash. Then, Brian chats with Hunter Dickinson about Sunday's impressive win, his evolution against double teams, and the quick turnaround (5:30). We also get a scouting report on the Bruins from Josh Lewin, their radio play-by-play broadcaster (17:00). See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info ....
Mar 29, 2021•30 min
Michigan men's basketball delivered a resounding victory over Florida State in the Sweet 16 on Sunday. Brian shares his thoughts on the Maize and Blue's elite performance before breaking it down with the National Champion Terry Mills (8:35). Then, Brian and Terry chat with Brandon Johns, Jr., (14:00) and Mike Smith (18:30). See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info ....
Mar 29, 2021•25 min
Brian begins the episode by previewing Florida State, the assignment for Michigan men's basketball on Sunday in the Sweet 16. Then, we check in with freshman Terrance Williams II to discuss the on- and off-court experience in Indianapolis (8:00), the effects of the injury to Isaiah Livers (12:10), and his early impressions of the Seminoles (17:10). Then, Brian chats with Florida State play-by-play broadcaster Gene Deckerhoff, who shares his observations on FSU (19:10) and recalls his memories ca...
Mar 26, 2021•42 min
In this week's "Seven from 77," Jon breaks down the latest from spring practice, some key storylines to follow during Friday's Pro Day, and his faltering NCAA Tournament bracket. Then, Jon catches up with Offensive Line Coach and Co-Offensive Coordinator Sherrone Moore about the transition to his new roles on the staff (25:40), his thoughts on some of the line's veterans (31:00), his impressions of the younger players working for playing time (36:30), and the process of determining the depth cha...
Mar 25, 2021•46 min
For the first time in program history, Michigan women's basketball has advanced to the Sweet 16! Brian catches up with Head Coach Kim Barnes Arico (3:30) and senior Hailey Brown (20:20) to discuss the emotions of the accomplishment and the key aspects of the victory over Tennessee. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info ....
Mar 24, 2021•29 min
For a fourth straight NCAA Tournament, Michigan men's basketball has advanced to the Sweet 16! Brian Boesch breaks down the Wolverines' victory over LSU before chatting about it with the National Champion Terry Mills (10:15). Then, we welcome Chaundee Brown, Jr., (15:30) and Head Coach Juwan Howard (21:00) to get their thoughts on the big victory. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info ....
Mar 23, 2021•28 min
Michigan women's basketball rolled Florida Gulf Coast in the first round of the NCAA Tournament on Sunday, and Brian talks with leading scorer Leigha Brown (3:15) and Head Coach Kim Barnes Arico (10:30) about the impressive victory and Tuesday's assignment against Tennessee. Then, we preview Michigan men's basketball's matchup with LSU on Monday by catching up with forward Brandon Johns, Jr. (20:20). Brian concludes by getting a scouting report on the Tigers with their radio play-by-play broadca...
Mar 21, 2021•44 min
Brian shares his thoughts on Saturday's wire-to-wire victory over Texas Southern before discussing the game with the National Champion Terry Mills (5:30). Then, the guys chat with sophomore Franz Wagner (10:30), freshman Zeb Jackson (15:40), and Head Coach Juwan Howard (20:00). See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info ....
Mar 20, 2021•25 min
In this week's "Seven from 77," which begins at the 6:15 mark, Jon breaks down each unit of the defense at this stage of spring practice. Then, Jon welcomes new Linebackers Coach George Helow to discuss his first few weeks in Ann Arbor (19:50), the early stages of establishing the defense's new identity (24:30), how he developed as a coach during his previous stops (30:20), and his close relationship with Defensive Coordinator Mike Macdonald (37:25). See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/priva...
Mar 18, 2021•44 min
Brian Boesch is getting you set for both NCAA Tournaments with some great interviews! We begin by chatting with Akienreh Johnson about her reaction to reaching the NCAA Tournament (4:10), the importance of Leigha Brown to this team (8:20), and the challenges and emotions surrounding the Big Dance (13:10). Then, Eli Brooks checks in from Indianapolis to discuss some of his early experiences in the bubble (21:30), the recovery process after his ankle injury (23:15), and the impact of Isaiah Livers...
Mar 17, 2021•59 min
We have a jam-packed show for our season finale of the "Inside Michigan Basketball" Radio Show. Brian and Terry chat with Head Coach Juwan Howard (4:50) and Athletic Trainer Alex Wong (22:30) from the bubble in Indianapolis. Then, we get Head Coach Kim Barnes Arico's reaction to the Wolverines' seeding and matchup against Florida Gulf Coast in the women's NCAA Tournament (33:40). See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sel...
Mar 16, 2021•43 min
Brian discusses the tough loss to the Buckeyes and plays some of Isaiah Livers' comments to the media regarding his injury. Then, Terry Mills shares his thoughts on Saturday's game (11:00) before Head Coach Juwan Howard joins the show (15:45). This episode is presented by Absopure, the Official Bottled Water of Michigan Athletics. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info ....
Mar 13, 2021•29 min
We have a full recap of Michigan's big win over Maryland in Friday's quarterfinal matchup at the Big Ten Tournament. Brian Boesch breaks down his observations from the game, including Mike Smith continuing the tradition of Michigan point guards shining in this event, before welcoming in Terry Mills to get his postgame analysis (8:45). Then, Brian and Terry sit down with Head Coach Juwan Howard (13:00) and sophomore Franz Wagner (20:40) before we conclude with a highlight recap of the win (26:00)...
Mar 12, 2021•33 min
In this week's "Seven from 77," which begins at the 7:00 mark, Jon provides an update on the first few weeks of spring ball and discusses the key storylines on each unit within Michigan's offense at this stage of the offseason. Then, Jon sits down with fellow offensive lineman Andrew Vastardis about his opportunity to play a sixth year at Michigan (26:30), his early impressions of the offensive line group and the energy around the program (28:30), his expectations for the team in 2021 (33:15), a...
Mar 11, 2021•41 min
