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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 (Mar. 18)

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 basketball with Head Coach Kim Barnes Arico and graduate student Lauren Hansen, as the Wolverines earned a spot in the NCAA Tournament for a sixth consecutive event. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info ....

Mar 19, 202445 min

Defend the Block 235 - Penn State Recap

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 State and the 8-24 season. Our postgame interviews begin around the 12-minute mark, as we hear from senior Terrance Williams II, sophomore Tarris Reed, Jr., and Head Coach Juwan Howard. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info ....

Mar 14, 202423 min

Conqu'ring Heroes 124 - Sean Maymi

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 challenging non-conference portion of their schedule and looks ahead to the Big Ten slate, including this Sunday's home match against Ohio State. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info ....

Mar 14, 202412 min

In the Trenches 425 - Wink Martindale

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 Defensive Coordinator Don "Wink" Martindale around the 23:30 mark to discuss his return to the college ranks, offer up his early impressions of the players on his defense, and tell a few fun stories. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info ....

Mar 13, 202439 min

Radio Replay - Inside Michigan Hockey (Mar. 12)

We had a loaded final episode of "Inside Michigan Hockey" on Tuesday night. Al Randall visited with Head Coach Brandon Naurato, junior Ethan Edwards, and freshman Nick Moldenhauer to review last weekend's sweep of Notre Dame at Yost and look ahead to Saturday's Big Ten Tournament semifinal at Minnesota. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info ....

Mar 13, 202447 min

Radio Replay - Inside Michigan Basketball (Mar. 11)

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 Michigan Softball Academy. Then, Brian and Terry visited with Ariel Atkins, who is the new assistant coach for player development for Michigan women's basketball, around the 17-minute mark. We wrapped up the show by visiting with men's basketball assistant coach Saddi Washington, with that conversation starting around the 32-minute mark. See Privacy Po...

Mar 12, 202446 min

Defend the Block 234 - Nebraska Recap

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 loss before visiting with Head Coach Juwan Howard around the 12-minute mark. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

Mar 10, 202419 min

Conqu'ring Heroes 123 - Beau Pederson

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. Pederson discusses his family's ties to the University of Michigan, the decision to come to Ann Arbor for his final season of eligibility, and the team's performance so far this year. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info ....

Mar 07, 202411 min

In the Trenches 424 - Justin Tress

Jon and Brian react to the performances by former Wolverines in the NFL Scouting Combine and some of the reports surrounding the College Football Playoff model in this week’s “Seven from 77.” Then, Jon visits with Justin Tress, the Wolverines’ new Director of Strength and Conditioning, around the 23-minute mark to discuss his transition into the elevated role and some early observations from the team’s work this offseason. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy No...

Mar 06, 202435 min

Radio Replay - Inside Michigan Hockey (Mar. 5)

With the Big Ten Tournament starting this weekend, the Voice of Michigan Hockey Al Randall visits with Head Coach Brandon Naurato and forwards Mark Estapa and T.J. Hughes on this week's radio show! See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

Mar 06, 202447 min

Radio Replay - Inside Michigan Basketball (Mar. 4)

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 of the show. Then, Kim Barnes Arico joined the program around the 27-minute mark. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

Mar 05, 202444 min

Defend the Block 233 - Ohio State Recap

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 Juwan Howard on this postgame 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 .

Mar 04, 202411 min

Defend the Block 232 - Rutgers Recap

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 this postgame 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 .

Mar 01, 202410 min

Conqu'ring Heroes 122 - Aasia Laurencin & Tom Brady

Jon visits with two Michigan Track & Field stars on this week's Conqu'ring Heroes. The episode begins with senior Aasia Laurencin, who finished first place in the 60-meter hurdles last week at the Big Ten Indoor Championships. Then, graduate student Tom Brady, who earned a pair of third-place finishes last weekend, visits with Jon around the 11-minute mark. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info ....

Feb 29, 202424 min

In the Trenches 423 - Spring Roster Preview

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 preview the Wolverines' 2024 roster and detail some of the most compelling storylines around the program. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

Feb 28, 202439 min

Radio Replay - Inside Michigan Hockey (Feb. 27)

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 Associate Head Coach Rob Rassey to begin the program. Then, Minnesota natives Jackson Hallum and Josh Eernisse stopped by around the 22-minute mark to look ahead to the final regular season series in Minneapolis against the Gophers. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-in...

Feb 28, 202443 min

Radio Replay - Inside Michigan Basketball (Feb. 26)

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 Brian and Terry. Then, women's basketball Head Coach Kim Barnes Arico joined us around the 28-minute mark. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

Feb 27, 202445 min

Defend the Block 231 - Purdue Recap

The Wolverines' rally fell short on Sunday against third-ranked Purdue. Brian reacts to the loss before visiting with the national champ Terry Mills (12:30) 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 .

Feb 25, 202432 min

Defend the Block 230 - Northwestern Recap

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 Juwan Howard stops by around the 10-minute mark. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

Feb 23, 202418 min

Conqu'ring Heroes 121 - Planning a Championship Parade

Jon Jansen sits down with Jake Stocker, Director of Game Presentation and Fan Experience with Michigan Athletics, to discuss what goes into the preparation for a game at the Big House before detailing the process of planning and executing last month's championship parade in Ann Arbor. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info ....

Feb 22, 202414 min

Radio Replay - Inside Michigan Hockey (Feb. 20)

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 their final regular season home series this weekend against Notre Dame. Head Coach Brandon Naurato joined Fred Pletsch at the beginning of the show. Then, Brendan Miles and Luca Fantilli were our player guests around the 26-minute mark. We wrapped things up with former Wolverine great Adam Fantilli joining over the phone. See Privacy Policy at https:...

Feb 21, 202447 min

In the Trenches 422 - Steve Casula

Jon and Brian discuss the latest happenings around Schembechler Hall, the upcoming NFL Scouting Combine, and the potential of the tight end group for 2024 during this week's "Seven from 77." Then, new Tight Ends Coach Steve Casula visits with Jon around the 33-minute mark, as he details his journey back to Ann Arbor and shares his early impressions on the Wolverines' current tight ends. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-...

Feb 21, 202451 min

Radio Replay - Inside Michigan Basketball (Feb. 19)

On Monday's basketball radio show, Brian and Terry visited with women's basketball assistant coach Jillian Dunston at the beginning of the program. Then, around the 23-minute mark, men's basketball associate head coach Phil Martelli joined the show. We hope to see you next Monday, February 26, for the next live edition of the show from the Pretzel Bell in downtown Ann Arbor! See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-...

Feb 20, 202444 min

Defend the Block 229 - Michigan State Recap

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 73-63 loss to Michigan State, and Head Coach Juwan Howard joins us around the 14-minute mark to share his postgame thoughts. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info ....

Feb 18, 202422 min

Conqu'ring Heroes 120 - Tracy Smith

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 Conqu'ring Heroes. Coach Smith previews the team's new-look roster and challenging schedule in advance of Friday's season opener against Western Michigan out in Arizona. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info ....

Feb 15, 202420 min

In the Trenches 421 - Grant Newsome

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 77." Then, new Offensive Line Coach Grant Newsome sits down with Jon around the 29-minute mark to reflect on his coaching journey to this point and share some thoughts on his new position group at this stage of the offseason. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-in...

Feb 14, 202443 min

Defend the Block 228 - Illinois Recap

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 loss before we share an interview with Head Coach Juwan Howard around the 7-minute mark. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

Feb 14, 202411 min

Defend the Block 227 - Nebraska Recap

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 then we hear from radio analyst Terry Mills (6:00) and Head Coach Juwan Howard (8:30). See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

Feb 11, 202412 min

Conqu'ring Heroes 119 - Hannah Nielsen

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 Nielsen to break down the Wolverines' busy offseason and talented roster. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

Feb 08, 202412 min

Defend the Block 226 - Wisconsin Recap

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 visiting with his broadcast partner Terry Mills (7:30), redshirt sophomore Will Tschetter (14:00), and Head Coach Juwan Howard (19:00). The episode concludes with a full highlight recap from radio network studio host Rob Joyce. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-...

Feb 08, 202429 min
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