MGoBlue Podcasts with Jon Jansen

Jon begins the episode by discussing Michigan's important ticket policy announcement for the 2020 football season (3:20). Then, he catches up with redshirt freshman defensive lineman David Ojabo, who has spent the last three months in his home country of Scotland because of the COVID-19 pandemic. David provides an update on his situation in Scotland (8:30), details his unique journey to the United States and to the game of football (16:30), shares some amazing stories from his recruitment (20:15) and discusses why he ultimately chose Michigan (23:15). You can follow along with more from this unique story on Twitter by searching #FreeJabo.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

We begin the episode by discussing the newest developments in the football world, including the next wave of COVID-19 testing at U-M (4:00), the Pac-12's conference game-only schedule (11:30) and a new nickname for Washington's NFL team (14:45). Then, as we celebrate the 40-year anniversary of the 1980 Big Ten and Rose Bowl Championship Team, Jon sits down with fellow offensive lineman great Bubba Paris. Paris puts the 1980 season in similar standing with his three Super Bowl titles (20:50), reflects on his reasoning for picking Michigan over Purdue (26:30), discusses teammates like John Wangler and Anthony Carter (29:45), breaks down the three things necessary for a championship season (37:40), and shares some stories from the big games in 1980 (44:00).See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

On the heels of the Big Ten's decision to shift to a conference-only schedule for 2020 fall sports, Jon provides his initial thoughts and discusses how the changes may affect the Wolverines (5:00). Then, Jon and Brian break down some key topics from Head Coach Jim Harbaugh's video conference on Wednesday, including full context on his statement about dealing with COVID-19 (16:30), his players' desire to be part of the solution (21:15) and some observations on the position battles at quarterback and offensive line (28:00). We conclude with a great conversation with senior linebacker Josh Ross, who talks about his experiences during the pandemic (42:15), the lessons from his injury-plagued 2019 season (47:00), and his excitement level for the upcoming schedule (50:40).See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

In this week's "Seven from 77," Jon and Brian discuss the MGoBlue Awards (4:15), Greg Harden's impact on U-M (8:30), some funny clips from last year's radio broadcasts (17:15), and this weekend's hot dog eating contest (27:00). Then, Senior Associate AD and Chief Health & Welfare Officer Darryl Conway stops by to talk about his vital role in student-athlete safety during the pandemic (32:45), the safety measures in place for student-athletes and staff members (39:10), the early results of all the new protocols (52:15), and the importance of monitoring student-athletes' mental health during this unprecedented time (59:50).See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Michigan defensive lineman Kwity Paye joins the podcast to discuss his offseason training (13:45), the new safety measures around Schembechler Hall (17:45), his thoughts on the defense and the team as a whole for 2020 (23:00) and his role with The Uniform Funding Foundation, a non-profit organization that outfits youth teams in need with high-quality uniforms and gear (29:30). Jon and Brian kick off the show by sharing some early thoughts on the potential of the Michigan defensive line and defense as a whole.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

In this week's "Seven from 77" (3:40), Jon talks about the early results of re-introducing players and coaches back to Schembechler Hall, his thoughts on recent college football news nationally, and his first look at the Big Ten for 2020. Then, former Wolverine defensive back Julius Curry stops by to discuss his playing days at Michigan (18:20), some of his important plays in the Winged Helmet (25:00), how his classwork at Michigan aided him in transitioning to NASCAR (37:00), how diversity has evolved and must continue to improve in motorsports (43:00), and what it is like to own a NASCAR team, Julius Curry Racing (46:15).See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

After discussing Dr. Mark Schlissel's announcement about the academic calendar and the presence of students on campus for 2020-21 (4:30), Jon and Brian remember last year's magical run to the College World Series for the Michigan baseball team (8:15). They chat with four members of that team: infielder Jimmy Kerr (13:45), right-hander Karl Kauffmann (26:00), left-hander Tommy Henry (38:30), and outfielder Jordan Brewer (52:45). See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Jon catches up with the Donald R. Shepherd Director of Athletics Warde Manuel about a number of important topics, including the following: the process for student-athletes' return to sports (1:30), the importance of everyone being accountable for their actions as student-athletes get back to campus (9:45), his early impressions on attendance at games this fall (23:45), the murder of George Floyd (33:45) and the impact of new entities like the Big Ten's Anti-Hate and Anti-Racism Coalition (42:00). See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Jon and Brian catch up on all that has happened in the country over the last few weeks in this week's Seven from 77, including the Black Lives Matter movement (3:40), Coach Harbaugh's involvement (9:30) and Michigan's Process for Student-Athlete Return to Sports (11:45). Then, Jon chats with a pair of Wolverines who are on the Big Ten's Anti-Hate and Anti-Racism Coalition, defensive back Hunter Reynolds and linebacker Adam Shibley, about the importance of this new initiative, how Coach Harbaugh has empowered his players to make a difference, and the process of returning to campus (22:20).See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Jon and Brian discuss some of the recent developments around the college football landscape in this week's "Seven from 77." Then, Michigan head baseball coach Erik Bakich joins the show to update fans on how he and the team are handling this unprecedented time, detail some of the important aspects of the "New Baseball Model" proposal for which he is lobbying, and relive last year's magical run to Omaha (27:00).See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.