Michigan Volleyball heads into the Big Ten portion of its schedule this week, following an outstanding 9-1 showing in non-conference play. This week on Conqu'ring Heroes, Head Coach Mark Rosen recaps the strong start to the season (2:00), breaks down some of the key players on the team (7:00), and previews the challenging Big Ten slate (14:30). See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info ....
Sep 22, 2022•17 min
Jon identifies some Wolverines who made the most of their opportunities during the non-conference slate (5:00) and analyzes the status of the Big Ten in this week's "Seven from 77" (14:30). Then, Jon welcomes sophomore defensive lineman George Rooks to the podcast for the first time. Rooks reacts to the Wolverines’ first three games (28:30), details his improvements so far this season (31:00), and discusses the team’s motivations heading into Big Ten play (33:30). See Privacy Policy at https://a...
Sep 21, 2022•36 min
Brian catches up with junior Jace Howard, who discusses his activities since the end of last season (3:30), the strides he has made on the court as of late (10:00), and his observations of the rest of the team (19:00). See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .
Sep 20, 2022•32 min
On this week's radio show, Jon catches up with Head Coach Jim Harbaugh (3:00), linebackers coach George Helow (25:30), and fifth-year linebacker Michael Barrett (36:30) to recap the non-conference schedule and look ahead to Saturday's Big Ten opener with Maryland. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info ....
Sep 20, 2022•46 min
Michigan wrapped up non-conference play with a shutout win over UConn on Saturday at the Big House. Jon shares his thoughts on the victory before Brian catches up with the Voice of Michigan Football, Doug Karsch (10:00). Then, Jon chats with Head Coach Jim Harbaugh (16:15), with Jack Miller reacting to his comments and the victory shortly thereafter (22:00). We conclude with some player interviews: linebacker Junior Colson (30:00), quarterback J.J. McCarthy (31:30), running back Blake Corum (34:...
Sep 17, 2022•39 min
With the non-conference finale approaching, Jon Jansen sets the scene with his Keys to the Game and Locker Room Speech for the Wolverines' clash against UConn. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .
Sep 16, 2022•7 min
We talk Michigan women's soccer this week on Conqu'ring Heroes, as Head Coach Jennifer Klein joins the show! She reflects on a special weekend for the program (2:00), shares her early impressions on this season's team (4:00), details the circumstances surrounding Jayde Riviere's decision to end her Michigan playing career (7:30), and looks ahead to the start of Big Ten play this weekend (14:00). See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/pr...
Sep 15, 2022•15 min
In this week's "Seven from 77," we discuss the decision to start J.J. McCarthy at quarterback (5:30) and break down a wild Week 2 in college football (13:30). Then, wide receiver Roman Wilson chats with Jon about his propensity to score the Wolverines’ first touchdown (34:00), the strides he and the team have made during his time in Ann Arbor (36:00), and the opportunity to play against a team from his home state last weekend (38:00). See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and Californi...
Sep 14, 2022•42 min
In a wide-ranging conversation, Brian catches up with Associate Head Coach Phil Martelli, who reflects on the Wolverines' trip to Europe last month (4:00), shares his early thoughts on the newcomers (13:30), and provides updates on a few of the returning Wolverines (29:00). See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info ....
Sep 13, 2022•39 min
On this week's radio show, Jon visits with Tight Ends Coach Grant Newsome (3:00), Head Coach Jim Harbaugh (19:30), and fifth-year tight end Luke Schoonmaker (36:00), as the Wolverines gear up for a matchup with Connecticut on Saturday at the Big House. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .
Sep 13, 2022•46 min
Jon and Brian break down Saturday's 56-10 victory over Hawaii, before Doug Karsch (8:30) and Jack Miller (12:30) chime in with their thoughts. Then, Jon catches up with Head Coach Jim Harbaugh (18:00), and Jason Avant interviews offensive stars Cornelius Johnson (25:30), Blake Corum (28:30), Erick All (30:30), and Ronnie Bell (32:30). See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info ....
Sep 11, 2022•35 min
The Wolverines are back at the Big House on Saturday night against Hawaii. We get you ready for the game with our radio network scene setter, the Keys to the Game, and Jon's Locker Room Speech! See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .
Sep 09, 2022•8 min
It's a new era for Michigan Softball! Jon chats with new Head Coach Bonnie Tholl, who reflects on the opportunity to take over for Carol Hutchins (2:00), breaks down her hire of Amanda Chidester to the coaching staff (11:30), and shares her early thoughts on the roster she will have in 2023 (14:00). See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info ....
Sep 08, 2022•18 min
Jon and Brian break down the status of the quarterback situation (5:00), Michigan's defensive performance on Saturday (13:00), and what they saw during Week 1 in college football (18:00). Then, quarterback J.J. McCarthy discusses his approach to this week as the starter (35:30), his journey back from his shoulder injury this offseason (38:00), and the intricacies of playing in spurts so far in his Michigan career (42:30). See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Not...
Sep 07, 2022•47 min
We conclude our introductory interviews with the new members of the Michigan men's basketball program by catching up with Dug McDaniel and Cooper Smith. McDaniel discusses his rationale for joining the Wolverines (4:00), the key aspects of his game (6:00), and his impressions of the team at this point (13:00). Then, Cooper Smith details his injury-plagued journey to the program (17:00), shares what his family (including his father and Michigan Director of Player Personnel & Development Jay S...
Sep 06, 2022•26 min
On this week's radio show, Jon catches up with Head Coach Jim Harbaugh (3:00), Defensive Coordinator Jesse Minter (24:30), and linebacker Junior Colson (34:30). Then, we share a great conversation with 15-year-old Noah Wells of Milford, who is the newest member of the Michigan Football family thanks to Team IMPACT (41:15). See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info ....
Sep 06, 2022•46 min
The Wolverines rolled Colorado State 51-7 in Saturday's season opener, and we have the full breakdown here on In the Trenches. Jon and Brian analyze the victory before we hear from Doug Karsch (9:30), Jack Miller (16:15), and Head Coach Jim Harbaugh (27:30). Then, Jason Avant catches up with a handful of players who shined in the win: wide receiver Ronnie Bell (31:30), running back Donovan Edwards (33:00), defensive lineman Mazi Smith (35:15), and defensive backs Mike Sainristil (37:00) and D.J....
Sep 03, 2022•43 min
Our Friday preview episodes are back! Each week, you get to hear the radio network scene setter before anyone. Then, Jon Jansen shares his Keys to the Game before firing you up with his popular Locker Room Speech! See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .
Sep 02, 2022•9 min
In our season premiere of Conqu'ring Heroes, Jon catches up with Michigan Hockey's interim Head Coach Brandon Naurato, who discusses his reaction to earning this incredible opportunity (2:00), the work he has done since taking over (4:30), and his impressions of the team at this point of the offseason (9:00). See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info ....
Sep 01, 2022•13 min
In this week's "Seven from 77," Jon and Brian react to the Wolverines’ quarterback decision for the first two games (5:30), give their early thoughts on Colorado State (15:45), and break down some of the key Big Ten storylines from last weekend and coming up this weekend (18:30). Then, tight end Joel Honigford discusses the opportunity to play a sixth season in the Maize and Blue (37:00), his impressions of the tight end room (39:30), and the team’s excitement level for the start of the season (...
Aug 31, 2022•44 min
We introduce you to a pair of new Michigan men's basketball players this week. First, freshman Gregg Glenn III discusses his transition to the college game (4:00), how he has grown as a basketball player (6:00), and the value his versatility can bring to the Wolverines (8:30). Then, manager-turned-walk-on Jackson Selvala stops by to take fans through the process of becoming a player for the Wolverines (15:00), before giving fans a preview of what to expect from the team and from his style of pla...
Aug 30, 2022•27 min
The "Inside Michigan Football" Radio Show is back! Jon Jansen sits down with Head Coach Jim Harbaugh (3:00), Co-Offensive Coordinator/Offensive Line Coach Sherrone Moore (30:00), and starting center Olu Oluwatimi (39:00) to discuss the latest on the Wolverines heading into Saturday's season opener against Colorado State. Inside Michigan Football airs from 7-8 p.m. each Monday during the season on 950 AM-WWJ in Detroit, 1050 AM-WTKA in Ann Arbor, and the Michigan Sports Network from LEARFIELD. Se...
Aug 30, 2022•47 min
With the season opener one week away, Jon Jansen sits down with Head Coach Jim Harbaugh to discuss the staff's decision on the quarterback position (3:00) and break down some other key battles on the depth chart (9:15). In the Trenches is presented by Meijer, presenting sponsor of the 2022 Michigan Football season and proud supporter of hundreds of local sports teams across the Midwest. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-...
Aug 27, 2022•21 min
The Wolverines selected their five captains in a player-only vote, and Jon Jansen catches up with each one on this bonus episode. He starts with the offensive captains–quarterback Cade McNamara, wide receiver Ronnie Bell, and tight end Erick All (3:00). Then, the two defensive captains–defensive back Mike Sainristil and defensive lineman Mazi Smith–take part in another combo interview (14:00). See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/priv...
Aug 26, 2022•24 min
On this week's "Seven from 77," Jon and Brian discuss the addition of Eyabi Anoma (5:00), the Big Ten's new TV deal (7:00), memories from Jon’s captain selection process (16:30), and what games are intriguing during “Week Zero” (22:00). Then, junior guard Zak Zinter chats with Jon about his early impressions of the offensive line (32:00), the expectations around the program (34:00), and what he has seen from some of his other teammates this offseason (36:00). See Privacy Policy at https://art19....
Aug 24, 2022•40 min
We talk Michigan women's basketball with junior forward Cam Williams, who breaks down the offseason work that she and her teammates have done to this point (4:00), shares her early impressions of the team and its mentality (10:30), and discusses her family's role in her success as an athlete and a student (14:30). See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info ....
Aug 23, 2022•26 min
Jon shares his observations from the first two weeks of training camp (5:00), reacts to the preseason college football polls (13:30), and provides more background to the four Wolverines who made Bruce Feldman's list of "Freaks" in The Athletic (23:00). Then, our player guest this week is defensive back R.J. Moten, who reflects on some memories from last season (35:30), gives his thoughts on a few members of the coaching staff (38:30), and offers some early impressions from the first couple of we...
Aug 17, 2022•1 hr 1 min
This week, we get to know the newest member of the Michigan men's basketball program. Incoming freshman Youssef Khayat discusses his path to basketball (3:30), what drew him to try college basketball and join the Wolverines (8:30), and his growth and skill set as a player (13:15). See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info ....
Aug 16, 2022•23 min
We hear from the two newest members of the Michigan Football radio team - sideline reporter Jason Avant and pregame/postgame analyst Jack Miller. Avant discusses his past broadcast opportunities (2:00), his early impressions on the 2022 Wolverines (8:30), and the journey he took to become a star receiver at Michigan (12:30). Then, Miller talks about the path from his playing days to the broadcast booth (22:00), some of his memories in the Winged Helmet (25:30), and his impressions of the 2022 Wo...
Aug 10, 2022•39 min
Another week, another freshman profile here on Defend the Block. Tarris Reed joins the show to discuss the new challenges he has encountered as a college basketball player (3:00), how his toughness and size will be valuable in the Big Ten (8:00), and his early impressions of some of his teammates and the squad as a whole (13:00). See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info ....
Aug 09, 2022•17 min
