

MGoBlue Podcasts with Jon Jansen
The Varsity Podcast Network
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.
Episodes
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Sep 17, 2026 • 14min
In the Trenches 605 - UTEP Preview
Jon Jansen preps you for the first-ever meeting between Michigan and UTEP in football with our radio network scene setter, the keys to the game, and his weekly locker room speech on this edition of In the Trenches, presented by Meijer!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Sep 17, 2026 • 23min
Conqu'ring Heroes 207 - Brandon Naurato
After a recap of the week that was for Michigan Athletics, Brian sits down with Brandon Naurato, head coach for Michigan Hockey. Naurato reflects on his first four seasons at the helm of the program, breaks down his talented and experienced roster, and shares his thoughts on the great opportunity ahead for 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.

Sep 16, 2026 • 47min
In the Trenches 604 - Nate Marshall
Jon Jansen goes further into detail on his review of the Wolverines' huge win over Oklahoma on Saturday during this week's "Seven from 77." Then, sophomore defensive end Nate Marshall stops by at the 35:40 mark to discuss his love of basketball, break down the Wolverines' 2-0 start, and react to the start of his sophomore season. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Sep 15, 2026 • 16min
Defend the Block 402 - Joseph Hartman
We continue to get to know Michigan men's basketball's freshman class, as Brian visits with Joseph Hartman this week on Defend the Block. Hartman reflects on his decision to join the Wolverines, shares his thoughts on the team's trip to Europe, and breaks down some elements of his game.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Sep 15, 2026 • 44min
Radio Replay - Inside Michigan Football (Sept. 14)
Our Monday night radio show featured three great guests to recap the Wolverines' win over Oklahoma and preview the opportunity this weekend against UTEP. Head Coach Kyle Whittingham began the show before special teams coordinator Kerry Coombs stopped by around the 22-minute mark. The final segment belonged to punter Cam Brown, who discussed his unique path to football and his tremendous performance against the Sooners. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Sep 12, 2026 • 33min
In the Trenches 603 - Oklahoma Recap
The Wolverines earned a gritty victory over Oklahoma on Saturday in Ann Arbor. Jon Jansen, Brian Boesch, Doug Karsch, and Jack Miller begin the episode by breaking down the most important moments and players to the Wolverines' 17-10 win. Then, we begin our postgame interviews around the 19-minute mark, as Jon visits with Head Coach Kyle Whittingham, and Jason Avant chats with five players: Jyaire Hill, Zeke Berry, Chris Bracy, Bryce Underwood, and Zack Marshall.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Sep 10, 2026 • 15min
In the Trenches 602 - Oklahoma Preview
For the first time, the Oklahoma Sooners visit Ann Arbor on Saturday, and Jon prepares you for the game in 15 minutes on our preview edition of In the Trenches, presented by Meijer. He shares his Keys to the Game for all three phases and gives his weekly 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 10, 2026 • 22min
Conqu'ring Heroes 206 - Chaka Daley
Brian recaps a historic weekend for men's golf, a road sweep for volleyball, and much more during his weekly recap. Then, men's soccer head coach Chaka Daley discusses his team's tough loss at Notre Dame on Sunday, his early impressions of the team through four games, and Friday's Big Ten opener against Indiana. You can get tickets for the 7 p.m. game here in Ann Arbor at MGoBlue.com/Tickets. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Sep 9, 2026 • 42min
In the Trenches 601 - Dom Nichols
Dom Nichols, a Michigan Wolverines defensive end developing into a key contributor, discusses his breakout performance and first sack. He previews Oklahoma’s challenge, defensive priorities, line-of-scrimmage battles, and the preparation behind his rising role. The show also examines Michigan’s needed offensive fixes, defensive communication, and a chaotic opening weekend across college football.

Sep 8, 2026 • 26min
Defend the Block 401 - John Beilein
This weekend, eight Wolverine legends enter the Michigan Athletics Hall of Honor. One of the headliners of this year's class is former Michigan men's basketball head coach John Beilein, who joins us this week on Defend the Block. Beilein reflects on this incredible honor, details some memorable moments in Ann Arbor, and shares his thoughts on the current status of the program.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.


