

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.
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Jun 5, 2025 • 22min
Defend the Block 314 - Yaxel Lendeborg
On a special Thursday edition of Defend the Block, Brian Boesch visits with one of the newest members of the men's basketball program - UAB transfer Yaxel Lendeborg. Lendeborg details his transfer portal and NBA Draft processes, recounts his unique journey to this point of his career, and describes his game on the floor and fit with the program.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Jun 4, 2025 • 52min
In the Trenches 513 - Mel Owens
Jon and Brian share a jam-packed "Seven from 77" this week, as they discuss the early-season schedule and kickoff times, along with the latest reporting surrounding the future CFP format. Then, around the 34-minute mark, Jon visits with former Wolverine linebacker Mel Owens, who reflects on his Michigan playing career in the late 1970's and discusses his upcoming role on ABC's The Golden Bachelor.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Jun 3, 2025 • 37min
Defend the Block 313 - Dusty May
Head Coach Dusty May shares 30 minutes with us this week on Defend the Block! May reflects on the recruiting processes for Michigan's portal additions, discusses the Wolverines' incoming freshman class, and breaks down the importance of Michigan's four returning rotation players.For more details on the Michigan men's lacrosse golf outing, click here: http://myumi.ch/QwMXG See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

May 29, 2025 • 15min
Conqu'ring Heroes 170 - Kristi Gannon Fisher
We get to know the newest Head Coach on campus this week, as Kristi Gannon Fisher joins the show. She reflects on the opportunity to take over Michigan Field Hockey from the great Marcia Pankratz and discusses how she will prepare the program for next season, which begins on August 29.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

May 28, 2025 • 32min
In the Trenches 512 - Erik “Soup” Campbell
Erik “Soup” Campbell is back in Ann Arbor as an Assistant Wide Receivers Coach, and he joins us this week on In the Trenches, presented by Meijer. Campbell reflects on his time as a Michigan player, shares some memories from his previous coaching stints with the Wolverines, and discusses his early takeaways since returning to the program.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

May 27, 2025 • 25min
Defend the Block 312 - Drew Williamson
We catch up with another key member of the Michigan men's basketball staff this week on Defend the Block! Assistant Coach and Director of Player Development Drew Williamson shares some memories from last season, details the roster complexion for 2025-26, and looks ahead to the program's summer work.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

May 22, 2025 • 22min
Conqu'ring Heroes 169 - Kevin Sullivan
We recap a strong performance at the Big Ten Outdoor Championships and look ahead to the NCAA Championships for Michigan Track & Field with Kevin Sullivan, the Director of Track & Field here at the University of Michigan!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

May 21, 2025 • 30min
In the Trenches 511 - Evan Link & Enow Etta
Jon Jansen visits with a couple of linemen on this week's episode! Evan Link begins the show by reflecting on his playing time along the offensive line last season and detailing the team's work so far this offseason. Then, around the 16-minute mark, fellow third-year Wolverine Enow Etta breaks down his individual improvements since arriving in Ann Arbor and looks ahead to a defensive line without Mason Graham and Kenneth Grant.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

May 20, 2025 • 22min
Defend the Block 311 - Will Tschetter
Fresh off his fourth season with the Wolverines, Will Tschetter stops by Defend the Block this week. Tschetter discusses Michigan’s incredible journey over the last 14 months, reflects on the Wolverines’ championship run in Indianapolis, and looks ahead to his final season in the Maize and Blue in 2025-26. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

May 15, 2025 • 17min
Conqu'ring Heroes 168 - Lauren Derkowski
Michigan Softball won the Big Ten Tournament for a second consecutive year, and we have the two-time reigning Most Outstanding Player joining us this week on Conqu'ring Heroes! Senior pitcher Lauren Derkowski takes listeners through each of the Wolverines' four wins last weekend and looks ahead to the NCAA Regional in Austin this weekend.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.