Durral "Phat Phat" Brooks, the reigning Michigan Mr. Basketball and an incoming freshman for the Wolverines, is our guest on this week's episode of Defend the Block. After we learn the origin of his nickname, Brooks rehashes his brilliant high school career and shares his thoughts on the new-look Michigan program. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info ....
Aug 27, 2024•21 min
It's game week! We kicked off our coverage with the season premiere of the "Inside Michigan Football" Radio Show on Monday night. Jon Jansen visited with Head Coach Sherrone Moore (2:00), Defensive Coordinator Wink Martindale (23:00), and EDGE TJ Guy (41:00) on this week's show, which can be heard live from 7-8 p.m. each Monday during the season along the Michigan Sports Network from LEARFIELD. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/pri...
Aug 27, 2024•44 min
This week's "Seven from 77" is dedicated to the biggest storylines surrounding the team with just 10 days until the season opener. Then, around the 27-minute mark, Jon sits down with senior offensive lineman Giovanni El-Hadi, who reflects on the patient approach to his college career and shares his thoughts on the team heading into next Saturday's clash with Fresno State. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-inf...
Aug 21, 2024•39 min
This week, Brian catches up with Kim Barnes Arico, the Head Coach of Michigan Women's Basketball. She discusses her trip to Paris to watch Syla Swords in the Olympics, details some takeaways from the team's summer workouts, reflects on a busy offseason, and talks about the opportunity to face South Carolina in the opener. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info ....
Aug 20, 2024•33 min
We have a pair of great guests on this week's edition of In the Trenches, presented by Meijer! First, Jon sits down with junior EDGE Derrick Moore, who discusses his growth over his first two college seasons and some takeaways from camp. Then, new Defensive Line Coach Lou Esposito makes his podcast debut around the 16-minute mark. Esposito details his unique journey to Ann Arbor and breaks down his impressions of his position group and the program as a whole. See Privacy Policy at https://art19....
Aug 14, 2024•31 min
We continue our introductory conversations with new Michigan men's basketball players by chatting with our first true freshman - Justin Pippen. Pippen discusses his growth as a player, the quick recruitment process with Michigan, and his potential fit on the team this season. Then, Brian shares some observations from summer workouts, which ended last week. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info ....
Aug 13, 2024•21 min
Jon shares his thoughts on the first week of training camp, the plan for determining the starting quarterback, and Grant Newsome's exciting new assignment on this week's "Seven from 77." Then, we bring you a pair of player guests - offensive lineman Myles Hinton around the 36-minute mark and defensive lineman Kenneth Grant around the 44-minute mark. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info ....
Aug 07, 2024•55 min
This week's guest is fifth-year transfer Rubin Jones, who comes to Ann Arbor after becoming the winningest player in North Texas history. Jones reflects on his time with the Mean Green and details his decision to play for Dusty May and the Wolverines. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .
Aug 06, 2024•23 min
We focus on the running back room this week, as Jon kicks off the show by welcoming in new Offensive Run Game Coordinator and Running Backs Coach Tony Alford. Alford details his journey to Ann Arbor, shares his early impressions of the program, and discusses the Wolverines' current group of running backs. Then, around the 17-minute mark, Brian visits with fifth-year running back Kalel Mullings, who reflects on last year's run to the National Championship and sets the table for camp and the seaso...
Jul 31, 2024•28 min
Roddy Gayle, Jr., joined the Michigan program this spring after spending his first two collegiate seasons in Columbus. Gayle discusses his journey from Niagara Falls to Ann Arbor, his development as a player over the years, and some early impressions of his new program on this week's episode 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 ....
Jul 30, 2024•18 min
Jon and Brian react to the Big Ten's preseason media poll during our "Seven from 77." Then, two players stop by this week's edition of In the Trenches, presented by Meijer. Fifth-year defensive back Makari Paige discusses his growth as a player and the opportunity to expand his leadership, with that conversation starting around the 27-minute mark. Then, approximately 36 minutes in, junior wide receiver Tyler Morris reflects on last year's incredible run and previews his position group for 2024. ...
Jul 24, 2024•43 min
Sophomore forward Sam Walters, a transfer from Alabama, visits with Brian Boesch on this week's episode of Defend the Block. Walters discusses his lengthy relationship with Dusty May, the lessons he took from last year's Final Four run with the Crimson Tide, and his potential fit with the Wolverines this season. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info ....
Jul 23, 2024•18 min
This week on In the Trenches, presented by Meijer, Jon and Brian set the table for the final two weeks before training camp begins and discuss some storylines heading into Big Ten Media Days. Then, they react to some of the individual rankings in the new EA Sports College Football video game and the composite "Top 10 Plays" ranking for the radio crew. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info ....
Jul 17, 2024•44 min
We kick off the episode with women's basketball senior Jordan Hobbs, who details her offseason and offers some early observations on this season's team. Then, around the 22-minute mark, Brian visits with KT Harrell, the men's basketball program's new Director of Basketball Operations. He discusses his excellent playing career, his path to Michigan, and the key components to his role. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not...
Jul 16, 2024•38 min
We conclude our series with the radio crew's Top 10 Plays of 2023 by hearing from play-by-play broadcaster Doug Karsch, who reflects on his favorite moments from the Wolverines' journey to the National Championship. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .
Jul 10, 2024•57 min
Brian sits down with Yale transfer Danny Wolf, who discusses his Michigan fandom since childhood, his college journey to this point, his fit with the Wolverines' program, and some early observations of his new teammates. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .
Jul 09, 2024•27 min
Jon welcomes new Defensive Pass Game Coordinator/Defensive Backs Coach LaMar Morgan to the podcast this week. Morgan discusses his acclimation to the program and area, the type of coach he is, and his impression of the team's culture and talent. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .
Jul 03, 2024•23 min
We continue to get to know new members of the Michigan men's basketball program by visiting with Auburn transfer Tre Donaldson this week. Donaldson discusses his journey to Ann Arbor and breaks down his style of play in a wide-ranging conversation with Brian Boesch. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info ....
Jul 02, 2024•17 min
We continue our "Top 10 Plays of 2023" series this week, as Jack Miller counts down his favorite moments from the Wolverines' remarkable run to the National Championship. The series is scheduled to conclude on July 10 when Doug Karsch shares his Top 10 list. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .
Jun 26, 2024•45 min
Get to know one of the many newcomers for Michigan men's basketball, as Brian visits with Florida Atlantic transfer Vlad Goldin this week on Defend the Block. Goldin reflects on his decision to follow Dusty May to Ann Arbor, shares some early thoughts on his new team, and introduces fans to his dog Hank. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info ....
Jun 25, 2024•24 min
Jon and Brian discuss some early national predictions, the unveiling of the 12-team College Football Playoff schedule, and much more in this week's "Seven from 77." Then, new Special Teams Coordinator J.B. Brown reacts to his promotion, breaks down his acclimation process, and sets the scene for some upcoming position battles in his room in a conversation that begins around the 30-minute mark. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/priv...
Jun 19, 2024•42 min
Brian visits with two new members of the Michigan Basketball family this week. The episode begins with new women's basketball assistant coach Justine Raterman, who comes to Ann Arbor after spending five seasons at Marquette under former U-M assistant Megan Duffy. Then, around the 18:30 mark, men's basketball strength and conditioning coach Matt Aldred discusses his relationship with Dusty May and the approach to his role within the program. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and Cal...
Jun 18, 2024•41 min
Our third installment of the "Top 10 Plays of 2023" is here for you this week, as Brian Boesch counts down his top moments from the Wolverines' remarkable run to the National Championship. The series is scheduled to continue on June 26 when Jack Miller shares his Top 10 list. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info ....
Jun 12, 2024•40 min
With summer practices getting underway this week, Brian sits down with Nimari Burnett, one of the Wolverines who returned to the program from last season. Burnett reflects on his decision to stay at Michigan, details his offseason work, and looks ahead to the upcoming journey. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info ....
Jun 11, 2024•27 min
On our season finale of Conqu'ring Heroes, Jon Jansen visits with Warde Manuel, the Donald R. Shepherd Director of Athletics at the University of Michigan. Manuel recaps another incredibly successful academic and athletic season for the department, reflects on the wild ride to the College Football Playoff National Championship, and shares his perspective on the coaching change in men's basketball. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/...
Jun 06, 2024•41 min
Jon discusses the latest happenings around Schembechler Hall, reacts to some big news in college athletics, and ranks the five games he is most excited about during this week's "Seven from 77." Then, Offensive Pass Game Coordinator and Wide Receivers Coach Ron Bellamy shares his thoughts on the evolution of his position group and the work they are doing this offseason, with that conversation beginning around the 32-minute mark. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Priva...
Jun 05, 2024•47 min
With the start of summer practices just days away, Michigan men's basketball Head Coach Dusty May sits down with Brian Boesch to discuss the building of his staff and roster, some goals for the team's summer work, his acclimation to Ann Arbor, and so much more! See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info ....
Jun 04, 2024•28 min
With the NCAA Outdoor Championships coming up June 5-8 in Eugene, Ore., Michigan Director of Track & Field Kevin Sullivan breaks down the Wolverines' 10 qualifiers and discusses the camaraderie within the program on this week's episode of Conqu'ring Heroes! See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info ....
May 30, 2024•24 min
As Jon Jansen did a few weeks back, Michigan sideline reporter Jason Avant shares his Top 10 Plays from the 2023 season with the enthusiasm that only he can offer! This series highlighting the incredible run to the National Championship is scheduled to continue on June 12 with Brian Boesch's list. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info ....
May 29, 2024•40 min
This week's guest is Matt Norlander, who covers college basketball as a writer and podcast host for CBS Sports. Norlander discusses Dusty May's incredible run at Florida Atlantic, the Wolverines' coaching and roster additions this offseason, and some intriguing storylines within the new-look Big Ten. You can listen to more from Norlander on CBS Sports' Eye on College Basketball Podcast all year long, or on LEARFIELD's College Sports Now podcast during the season. See Privacy Policy at https://ar...
May 28, 2024•36 min
