

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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Nov 6, 2020 • 9min
In the Trenches 157 - Indiana Preview
Get ready for Michigan's challenging road trip to Indiana with our radio broadcast scene setter, Jon's 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.

Nov 5, 2020 • 46min
In the Trenches 156 - Carlo Kemp
In this week's "Seven from 77," Jon offers his final thoughts on last Saturday's tough loss (5:30) and looks ahead to this weekend, both for the Wolverines and from a national standpoint (12:00). Then, Captain Carlo Kemp stops by to discuss getting past a frustrating Saturday and Sunday (21:30), the importance of this weekend's game (27:00), his memories from some of the great matchups with Indiana in recent years (30:30), the in-season adjustments he has had to make due to the pandemic (35:30), and his current academic situation and post-football plans (39:45).See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Nov 4, 2020 • 42min
Defend the Block 1 - Naz Hillmon & Isaiah Livers
Welcome to our newest edition to MGoBlue Podcasts! Defend the Block, hosted by Brian Boesch, will take you inside the Wolverines' basketball programs, and we begin with the top per-game scorers on the women's and men's team from a season ago. Naz Hillmon discusses her participation in this year's election (6:00), her role on the Big Ten's Anti-Hate and Anti-Racism Coalition (8:30), her journey to Ann Arbor (16:00), the program's growth and outlook (19:00), and her individual and team-related goals (22:20). Then, Isaiah Livers stops by to talk about the social justice messaging on Michigan jerseys (27:45), his childhood sports memories (30:45), why he came to Michigan (35:00), his early impressions on this season's team (36:45), and how the Wolverines can reach their goals (40:00).See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Nov 3, 2020 • 15min
Conqu'ring Heroes 11 - Marcia Pankratz
Marcia Pankratz, the Head Coach of Michigan Field Hockey, joins us to discuss how she is keeping the team competitive and productive during this challenging year (0:45), the program's impressive and unique freshman class (3:45), the outlook for the team when the season does start (6:30), what it was like to compete in the Olympics (9:45), and what position Jon would play in field hockey (13:30).See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Nov 3, 2020 • 35min
Radio Replay - Inside Michigan Football - 11/2/20
Jon Jansen chats with Head Coach Jim Harbaugh (1:45), Running Backs Coach/Special Teams Coordinator Jay Harbaugh (14:20), and linebacker Adam Shibley (27:00) about Saturday's tough loss to Michigan State and the upcoming challenge at Indiana this weekend.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Oct 31, 2020 • 20min
In the Trenches 155 - Michigan State Recap
Jon offers his initial reaction to Saturday's home loss to Michigan State, including analysis on Joe Milton's performance, the Spartans' big plays, and the Wolverines' penalties. Then, we hear from head coach Jim Harbaugh (10:20), quarterback Joe Milton (14:10), and defensive lineman Aidan Hutchinson (16:10).See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Oct 30, 2020 • 10min
In the Trenches 154 - Michigan State Preview
Everything you need to know for Saturday's Backyard Brawl, in less than 10 minutes. Our preview episode features the scene setter from the radio broadcast, Jon's 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.

Oct 29, 2020 • 50min
In the Trenches 153 - Joe Milton & Donovan Jeter
In a jam-packed "Seven from 77," Jon wraps up his analysis from the win at Minnesota (5:30), dissects each Big Ten game from last weekend (13:45), and shares his initial thoughts on Michigan State (21:00). Then, quarterback Joe Milton stops by to talk about his growth and mindset this offseason (26:00), some of the key moments from Saturday's win (29:45), and where he can improve moving forward (36:00). We conclude with defensive lineman Donovan Jeter, who discusses his touchdown last weekend (38:45), his assessment of the defense's performance (42:30), and Saturday's huge rivalry matchup (46:20).See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Oct 27, 2020 • 43min
Radio Replay - Inside Michigan Football - 10/26/20
A star-studded group of Wolverines stopped by this week's edition of the "Inside Michigan Football" Radio Show. Head Coach Jim Harbaugh (1:15), Offensive Line Coach Ed Warinner (15:30), tight end Erick All (26:15), and captain Ben Mason (34:10) talked with Jon Jansen about Saturday's win at Minnesota and this weekend's matchup with Michigan State.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Oct 25, 2020 • 24min
In the Trenches 152 - Minnesota Recap
What an opener for the Wolverines! Jon and Brian break down Michigan's 49-24 victory over Minnesota, including Jon's observations on Joe Milton, the offensive line, and defensive stars Michael Barrett and Kwity Paye. Then, we catch up with Head Coach Jim Harbaugh (11:50) and quarterback Joe Milton (19:45) before Jon’s first thoughts on next week’s matchup with Michigan State.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.