

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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Apr 7, 2022 • 14min
Conqu'ring Heroes 56 - Jordan Gaarenstroom
Fresh off a Big Ten Team Championship performance last weekend, men's gymnastics assistant coach Jordan Gaarenstroom reflects on the team's incredible journey this season (1:30), details his path from competing at Michigan to coaching at Michigan (4:00), and discusses some of the key Wolverines heading into the NCAA Championships from April 15-16 (9:45).See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Apr 6, 2022 • 29min
In the Trenches 260 - Olusegun Oluwatimi
Jon offers up his observations from Saturday's Spring Game, presented by DTE MIGreenPower, and the Wolverines' 15 spring practices in this week's "Seven from 77." Then, transfer center Olusegun Oluwatimi stops by to detail his journey to the Wolverines (19:30), react to Saturday's Spring Game (24:00), and discuss his academic goals while in Ann Arbor (26:30).See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Mar 31, 2022 • 20min
Conqu'ring Heroes 55 - Mel Pearson
For the 26th time in program history, Michigan Hockey is heading to the Frozen Four! Jon catches up with Head Coach Mel Pearson about his team's journey to this point (2:00), the Wolverines’ two NCAA Tournament victories last weekend in Allentown, Pa. (9:45), the opportunity to compete in an event like the Frozen Four (14:00), and next Thursday’s matchup with Denver in the National Semifinals (18:00).See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Mar 30, 2022 • 31min
In the Trenches 259 - Junior Colson
In this week's "Seven from 77," Jon offers up some more details on Saturday's Spring Game (7:00) and his observations of the defense at this point of the offseason (16:00). Then, sophomore linebacker Junior Colson discusses the Wolverines’ work in spring practice (23:00), details the differences on defense heading into 2022 (25:30), and shares his excitement about Saturday's Spring Game (28:30).See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Mar 27, 2022 • 19min
Defend the Block 109 - South Dakota Recap
For the first time in program history, Michigan women's basketball is heading to the Elite Eight! Brian breaks down the Wolverines' thrilling 52-49 win over South Dakota before chatting with Head Coach Kim Barnes Arico (6:30) and freshman Laila Phelia (14:00).See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Mar 25, 2022 • 24min
Defend the Block 108 - Villanova Recap (MBB)
Michigan men's basketball's season came to an end on Thursday night in the Sweet 16. Brian Boesch and Terry Mills share their thoughts on the game and the season as a whole on this edition of Defend the Block.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Mar 24, 2022 • 22min
Conqu'ring Heroes 54 - Bev Plocki
Fresh off another Big Ten championship, women's gymnastics Head Coach Bev Plocki breaks down why this season's team is so special (1:30), provides context on Michigan's record-setting 198.200 score last weekend (7:45), and looks ahead to the NCAA Regionals next weekend (13:00).See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Mar 23, 2022 • 35min
In the Trenches 258 - Blake Corum
After discussing a huge weekend for Michigan Athletics, Jon breaks down Michigan's Pro Day last Friday (7:00) and answers some questions about the Wolverines' offense at this point of spring practice (15:00). Then, Jon sits down with junior running back Blake Corum, who discusses his impressions of the team during spring ball (23:15), where the rivalry with Ohio State stands after last season's win (26:00), the areas he needs to improve heading into 2022 (28:00), and the impact of NIL on his college experience (32:00).See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Mar 22, 2022 • 16min
Defend the Block 107 - Villanova Recap (WBB)
Michigan women's basketball has reached the Sweet 16 for a second consecutive season! Brian discusses this incredible accomplishment before catching up with Naz Hillmon (7:00), Leigha Brown (10:00), and Head Coach Kim Barnes Arico (13:00).See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Mar 20, 2022 • 22min
Defend the Block 106 - Tennessee Recap
For a fifth consecutive season, Michigan men's basketball is heading to the Sweet 16! Brian breaks down the Wolverines' come-from-behind win over Tennessee before chatting with sophomore Terrance Williams II (9:30), Head Coach Juwan Howard (11:00), sophomore Hunter Dickinson (13:30), and the national champ Terry Mills (16:00).See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.