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MGoBlue Podcasts with Jon Jansen

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Welcome to MGoBlue Podcasts -- the new podcast home of Michigan Athletics. Here at MGoBlue Podcasts, you'll find several recurring series: In the Trenches (an in-depth look at the Wolverines' football program), Defend the Block (interviews, game recaps and more with Michigan men's and women's basketball), and Conqu'ring Heroes (a one-stop show for the latest on every Michigan program). MGoBlue Podcasts are produced by the Michigan Sports Network from LEARFIELD, in partnership with Michigan Athletics.

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Episodes

Radio Replay - Inside Michigan Basketball (Feb. 27)

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 to begin the show. Then, one of Washington's players, sophomore Cooper Smith, stopped by at the 20:00 mark. We wrapped things up with women's basketball assistant coach Harry Rafferty at the 28:00 mark, as the fifth-seeded Wolverines prepare for the Big Ten Tournament. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at...

Feb 28, 202345 min

Defend the Block 167 - Wisconsin Recap

Michigan pulled out an incredible overtime win over Wisconsin on Sunday at Crisler Center. Brian breaks down the game-tying "legacy shot" and the Wolverines' ability to put away the Badgers in overtime. Then, we hear from the national champ Terry Mills (9:30), the buzzer-beating hero Hunter Dickinson (14:30), and Head Coach Juwan Howard (18:30). The episode concludes with a full highlight recap from Rob Joyce (24:00). See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice ...

Feb 27, 202333 min

Defend the Block 166 - Rutgers Recap

The Wolverines delivered their best defensive performance of the season to pull away from Rutgers on Thursday night. Brian breaks down the come-from-behind win before Terry Mills provides his analysis (6:30). Then, we share postgame interviews with Kobe Bufkin (10:00), Dug McDaniel (11:30), and Head Coach Juwan Howard (13:30). We wrap things up with the full highlight recap of Michigan's 58-45 victory (18:00). See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https...

Feb 24, 202322 min

Conqu'ring Heroes 85 - Sean Bormet

The postseason is upon us for Michigan Wrestling! Head Coach Sean Bormet is our guest this week, and he recaps the regular season for the program (2:00), previews the upcoming Big Ten Championships at Crisler Center (4:00), and discusses how his team has worked through some injuries this season (11:30). Tickets are still available for the Big Ten Championships, which will take place at Crisler Center on Saturday, March 4, and Sunday, March 5. Secure your tickets at MGoBlue.com/Tickets. See Priva...

Feb 23, 202319 min

In the Trenches 337 - Chris Partridge

In this week's "Seven from 77," Jon talks about some of the Wolverines with the most to gain during spring practice (9:00) and reacts to potential rule changes in college football (18:30). Then, he catches up with a familiar face in Chris Partridge, who has returned to the program as its Linebackers Coach. Partridge discusses his journey back to Ann Arbor (29:30), why he enjoys the recruiting aspect of his role (35:00), and the acclimation process he will go through with the players in his room ...

Feb 22, 202345 min

Defend the Block 165 - Michigan State Recap

Michigan earned an emotional 84-72 victory over Michigan State on Saturday night. Brian shares his thoughts on the game and the atmosphere at Crisler Center. Then, we hear from the national champ Terry Mills (12:00), freshman forward Tarris Reed, Jr. (19:30), and Head Coach Juwan Howard (23:00). The episode concludes with a full highlight recap of the Wolverines' big win (28:00). See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sel...

Feb 19, 202334 min

Radio Replay - Inside Michigan Basketball (Feb. 15)

It was a great show on Wednesday night at Pretzel Bell, as the Howard brothers joined us for the entire edition of "Inside Michigan Basketball." Brian and Terry talk to Jace and Jett about some childhood memories, their favorite restaurants around Ann Arbor, the season to this point, and much more! See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info ....

Feb 16, 202345 min

Conqu'ring Heroes 84 - Jack Van Remortel & Chase Allen

The Michigan Baseball season is upon us, and Jon catches up with a couple of players in advance of Friday's opener. Infielder Jack Van Remortel looks ahead to the season and reflects on his two stints with the Wolverines (1:00). Then, right-hander Chase Allen remembers last year's Big Ten Championship team and shares his expectations for the pitching staff (13:30). See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info ....

Feb 16, 202321 min

In the Trenches 336 - Mike Barrett & Kirk Campbell

Jon and Brian react to some of the Wolverines' newest staff additions (5:00), the latest realignment news (9:30), and Sunday's outstanding Super Bowl (18:30) in our "Seven from 77." Then, we have two guests on this week's episode. Sixth-year linebacker Mike Barrett stops by to discuss his decision to return for the 2023 season (28:00), and quarterbacks coach Kirk Campbell details his coaching philosophies as he enters a new role with the program (36:30). See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/p...

Feb 15, 202347 min

Defend the Block 164 - Wisconsin Recap

The Wolverines couldn't overcome 15 Wisconsin offensive rebounds in a tough 64-59 loss on Tuesday night in Madison. Brian Boesch and Terry Mills react to the game, and then we hear from Head Coach Juwan Howard (7:30). See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

Feb 15, 202317 min

Defend the Block 163 - Indiana Recap

The Wolverines dropped a heartbreaking game to Indiana on Saturday at Crisler Center. Brian Boesch and Terry Mills react to the game on the latest edition of Defend the Block. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

Feb 12, 202312 min

Conqu'ring Heroes 83 - Brandi Hudson

We feature former Wolverine Brandi Hudson, a Track & Field star who is still making an impact on the University of Michigan, on this week's episode of Conqu'ring Heroes. Hudson reflects on her time in Ann Arbor (1:00), details the impact that her former coach James Henry had on her (5:30), and explains how she is staying involved in the Michigan community (10:00). See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info ....

Feb 09, 202318 min

Defend the Block 162 - Nebraska Recap

Michigan men's basketball earned its third consecutive win on Wednesday night over Nebraska. After Brian reacts to the strong performance, he chats with his broadcast partner Terry Mills (8:45), junior captain Terrance Williams II (13:00), and Head Coach Juwan Howard (15:30). The episode concludes with a full highlight recap of the 21-point victory. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info ....

Feb 09, 202326 min

In the Trenches 335 - Kris Jenkins

In this week's "Seven from 77," Jon and Brian discuss Tom Brady's retirement, the Super Bowl matchup, and some players to watch on the Michigan defense this spring. Then, defensive lineman Kris Jenkins talks about the anticipation for his senior year (26:00), shares some details on his growth this offseason (29:00), and looks ahead to spring ball and the upcoming season (32:30). See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell...

Feb 08, 202340 min

Radio Replay - Inside Michigan Basketball (Feb. 6)

It was a great weekend for Michigan men's and women's basketball, as the men knocked off Ohio State and the women won at Michigan State, and both head coaches joined us live at the Pretzel Bell on Monday night. Juwan Howard chats with Brian and Terry at the beginning of the show, while Kim Barnes Arico was our guest starting around the 27:00 mark. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info ....

Feb 07, 202344 min

Defend the Block 161 - Ohio State Recap

The Wolverines began a critical three-game homestand in style with a wire-to-wire win over Ohio State. Brian and Terry recap Sunday's 77-69 victory, and then they chat with leading scorer Hunter Dickinson (9:30) and Head Coach Juwan Howard (12:30). We conclude the episode with a full highlight recap (20:00). See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info ....

Feb 05, 202325 min

Defend the Block 160 - Northwestern Recap

The Wolverines began February with a bang, pulling away from Northwestern 68-51 on Thursday night in Evanston. Brian and Terry react to one of Michigan's best performances of the season, and then Brian chats with Kobe Bufkin (9:00), Hunter Dickinson (10:00), and Head Coach Juwan Howard (12:30). The podcast concludes with a full highlight recap from Rob Joyce (15:30). See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info ....

Feb 03, 202321 min

Conqu'ring Heroes 82 - Kennedy Johnson

We begin our Black History Month celebration here on Conqu'ring Heroes, as Kennedy Johnson of Michigan women's track & field chats with Jon Jansen. She starts by giving fans an update on the beginning of the program's indoor season (1:00) before discussing her founding of the Black Student Athlete Association here on campus (3:00). See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info ....

Feb 02, 202312 min

In the Trenches 334 - Zak Zinter

Jon reacts to Michigan's hiring of Kirk Campbell as Quarterbacks Coach (4:00) and shares his thoughts on Sunday's NFL action (15:30) during this week's "Seven from 77." Then, offensive lineman Zak Zinter stops by to reflect on his decision to return to Ann Arbor in 2023 (25:30), before looking ahead to the upcoming season for the Wolverines' offensive line and team as a whole (31:30). See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-no...

Feb 01, 202336 min

Radio Replay - Inside Michigan Basketball (Jan. 30)

Two fan favorites joined us at the Pretzel Bell on Monday night for the "Inside Michigan Football" radio show. Men's basketball freshman Tarris Reed, Jr., joined us at the top of the show, and then women's basketball fifth-year senior Leigha Brown hopped on at the 24:00 mark. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info ....

Jan 31, 202344 min

Defend the Block 159 - Penn State Recap

Michigan could not slow down Penn State in an 83-61 loss to the Nittany Lions on Sunday afternoon. Brian and Terry react to the Wolverines' performance, and then we hear from Head Coach Juwan Howard around the 8:00 mark. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

Jan 29, 202315 min

Defend the Block 158 - Purdue Recap

We recap Thursday's tough loss for the Wolverines at home to top-ranked Purdue, including insight from the national champ Terry Mills (9:00) and Head Coach Juwan Howard (14:00). See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

Jan 27, 202323 min

Conqu'ring Heroes 81 - Erin Virtue

A new era is upon us for Michigan Volleyball, as Erin Virtue has taken over as the program's Head Coach. Virtue discusses her excitement for the opportunity to return to Ann Arbor (1:00), details her journey in volleyball as a player and coach (3:00), and talks about the memories she has made through her work with Team USA (9:00). See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info ....

Jan 26, 202320 min

In the Trenches 333 - Trevor Keegan

Our "Seven from 77" delves into the latest around the Michigan Football program (3:00), along with plenty of NFL playoff reaction (15:00). Then, Jon sits down with fellow #77 Trevor Keegan, who reflects on his decision to return to Michigan for the 2023 season (27:00), dishes out quite a food-related hot take (31:00), and breaks down what he is focused on this offseason (33:00). See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell...

Jan 25, 202340 min

Radio Replay - Inside Michigan Basketball (Jan. 24)

On a special Tuesday edition of the "Inside Michigan Basketball" radio show, Brian Boesch and Terry Mills catch up with men's basketball Head Coach Juwan Howard (4:00) and women's basketball assistant coach Erin Batth (28:00). The next edition will be live at the Pretzel Bell in Ann Arbor on Monday, January 30. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info ....

Jan 25, 202344 min

Defend the Block 157 - Minnesota Recap

Michigan survived a scare from Minnesota on Sunday at Crisler Center. Brian briefly breaks down the win and looks ahead to a critical stretch for the Wolverines. Then, we hear from the national champ Terry Mills (7:00), Michigan's leading scorer Hunter Dickinson (12:00), and Head Coach Juwan Howard (16:00). See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info ....

Jan 22, 202329 min

Defend the Block 156 - Maryland Recap

The Wolverines were unable to rally at Maryland on Thursday night, as the Terrapins held on for a 64-58 victory over Michigan. Brian shares his thoughts on the keys to the game, and then the national champ Terry Mills weighs in (6:00). Then, we hear from Head Coach Juwan Howard (9:30) and get a full game recap from Rob Joyce (13:00). See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info ....

Jan 20, 202318 min

Conqu'ring Heroes 80 - Jacob Truscott

Conqu'ring Heroes is back! This week, we check in with Michigan Hockey, as junior defenseman Jacob Truscott sits down with Jon Jansen. Truscott reflects on last weekend's 100th anniversary celebration (1:00), recaps the split with Ohio State at Yost (3:30), and shares his overall thoughts on the team at this stage of the season (5:30). See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info ....

Jan 19, 202310 min

In the Trenches 332 - Reaction to Many Returns

Jon and Brian have plenty of big news to react to on this week's edition of In the Trenches, presented by Meijer! They begin with Head Coach Jim Harbaugh's announcement that he is remaining with the program (4:30). Then, Jon breaks down the impact of the draft-eligible players who elected to come back to Ann Arbor for 2023 (14:00). We wrap things up by expanding to a few key storylines throughout college football, along with Jon's analysis from Super Wild Card Weekend in the NFL (24:00). See Pri...

Jan 18, 202338 min

Radio Replay - Inside Michigan Basketball (Jan. 16)

On this week's radio show, Brian and Terry begin by chatting with men's basketball redshirt freshman Will Tschetter. Then, women's basketball Head Coach Kim Barnes Arico joins us at the 26:00 mark, fresh off a rivalry win over Michigan State on Saturday. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

Jan 17, 202346 min
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