

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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Aug 30, 2022 • 27min
Defend the Block 127 - Gregg Glenn III & Jackson Selvala
We introduce you to a pair of new Michigan men's basketball players this week. First, freshman Gregg Glenn III discusses his transition to the college game (4:00), how he has grown as a basketball player (6:00), and the value his versatility can bring to the Wolverines (8:30). Then, manager-turned-walk-on Jackson Selvala stops by to take fans through the process of becoming a player for the Wolverines (15:00), before giving fans a preview of what to expect from the team and from his style of play (20:30).See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Aug 30, 2022 • 47min
Radio Replay - Inside Michigan Football (Aug. 29)
The "Inside Michigan Football" Radio Show is back! Jon Jansen sits down with Head Coach Jim Harbaugh (3:00), Co-Offensive Coordinator/Offensive Line Coach Sherrone Moore (30:00), and starting center Olu Oluwatimi (39:00) to discuss the latest on the Wolverines heading into Saturday's season opener against Colorado State. Inside Michigan Football airs from 7-8 p.m. each Monday during the season on 950 AM-WWJ in Detroit, 1050 AM-WTKA in Ann Arbor, and the Michigan Sports Network from LEARFIELD.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Aug 27, 2022 • 21min
In the Trenches 283 - Jim Harbaugh
With the season opener one week away, Jon Jansen sits down with Head Coach Jim Harbaugh to discuss the staff's decision on the quarterback position (3:00) and break down some other key battles on the depth chart (9:15). In the Trenches is presented by Meijer, presenting sponsor of the 2022 Michigan Football season and proud supporter of hundreds of local sports teams across the Midwest.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Aug 26, 2022 • 24min
In the Trenches 282 - 2022 Captains
The Wolverines selected their five captains in a player-only vote, and Jon Jansen catches up with each one on this bonus episode. He starts with the offensive captains–quarterback Cade McNamara, wide receiver Ronnie Bell, and tight end Erick All (3:00). Then, the two defensive captains–defensive back Mike Sainristil and defensive lineman Mazi Smith–take part in another combo interview (14:00). See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Aug 24, 2022 • 40min
In the Trenches 281 - Zak Zinter
On this week's "Seven from 77," Jon and Brian discuss the addition of Eyabi Anoma (5:00), the Big Ten's new TV deal (7:00), memories from Jon’s captain selection process (16:30), and what games are intriguing during “Week Zero” (22:00). Then, junior guard Zak Zinter chats with Jon about his early impressions of the offensive line (32:00), the expectations around the program (34:00), and what he has seen from some of his other teammates this offseason (36:00).See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Aug 23, 2022 • 26min
Defend the Block 126 - Cam Williams
We talk Michigan women's basketball with junior forward Cam Williams, who breaks down the offseason work that she and her teammates have done to this point (4:00), shares her early impressions of the team and its mentality (10:30), and discusses her family's role in her success as an athlete and a student (14:30).See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Aug 17, 2022 • 1h 1min
In the Trenches 280 - R.J. Moten
Jon shares his observations from the first two weeks of training camp (5:00), reacts to the preseason college football polls (13:30), and provides more background to the four Wolverines who made Bruce Feldman's list of "Freaks" in The Athletic (23:00). Then, our player guest this week is defensive back R.J. Moten, who reflects on some memories from last season (35:30), gives his thoughts on a few members of the coaching staff (38:30), and offers some early impressions from the first couple of weeks of camp (41:00). We conclude with a special guest of the program last weekend, Dametrius "Meechie" Walker, who discusses his love for the game of football (48:30) and how he has stayed positive despite battling a rare bone cancer (54:00).See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Aug 16, 2022 • 23min
Defend the Block 125 - Youssef Khayat
This week, we get to know the newest member of the Michigan men's basketball program. Incoming freshman Youssef Khayat discusses his path to basketball (3:30), what drew him to try college basketball and join the Wolverines (8:30), and his growth and skill set as a player (13:15).See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Aug 10, 2022 • 39min
In the Trenches 279 - Jason Avant & Jack Miller
We hear from the two newest members of the Michigan Football radio team - sideline reporter Jason Avant and pregame/postgame analyst Jack Miller. Avant discusses his past broadcast opportunities (2:00), his early impressions on the 2022 Wolverines (8:30), and the journey he took to become a star receiver at Michigan (12:30). Then, Miller talks about the path from his playing days to the broadcast booth (22:00), some of his memories in the Winged Helmet (25:30), and his impressions of the 2022 Wolverines and college football as a whole (32:00).See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Aug 9, 2022 • 17min
Defend the Block 124 - Tarris Reed
Another week, another freshman profile here on Defend the Block. Tarris Reed joins the show to discuss the new challenges he has encountered as a college basketball player (3:00), how his toughness and size will be valuable in the Big Ten (8:00), and his early impressions of some of his teammates and the squad as a whole (13:00).See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.