

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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Jan 23, 2022 • 22min
Defend the Block 90 - Indiana Recap
The Wolverines turned in one of their best performances of the season on Sunday at Indiana, as Michigan took down the Hoosiers 80-62. Brian Boesch and Terry Mills break down the victory before we hear from Head Coach Juwan Howard (9:00), sophomore Hunter Dickinson (12:00), and sophomore Terrance Williams II (13:30). The podcast concludes with a bunch of happy highlights from the 18-point blowout (16:00).See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Jan 20, 2022 • 22min
Conqu'ring Heroes 46 - Carol Hutchins
Jon visits with a Michigan legend this week, as Softball Head Coach Carol Hutchins is our guest. Hutchins discusses the process of starting a new season (2:15), the team's goals for 2022 (9:30), her expectations for the Wolverines' talented pitching staff (13:15), and some key hitters to watch this year (16:30).See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Jan 19, 2022 • 44min
In the Trenches 248 - Mike Elston
During this week's "Seven from 77," Jon shares his thoughts on the latest news around Michigan Football, including the rumors surrounding Head Coach Jim Harbaugh and the returns of some key Wolverines for 2022 (2:00). He also talks about the hiring of Mike Elston as the program's new Defensive Line Coach (11:00) and breaks down his NFL playoff observations (18:00). Then, Jon welcomes Coach Elston to the podcast for the first time to discuss his return to Ann Arbor (27:30), the process of accepting and starting the position with the Wolverines (31:00), the support he feels from his former teammates (37:45), and what fans should expect from a Mike Elston-led defensive line (41:00).See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Jan 19, 2022 • 30min
Defend the Block 89 - Maryland Recap
Brian breaks down Michigan's wire-to-wire win over Maryland on Tuesday night at Crisler Center. Then, we hear from the national champ Terry Mills (10:00), sophomore Hunter Dickinson (14:45), and Head Coach Juwan Howard (19:00) before wrapping up with the full highlight recap (25:00).See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Jan 18, 2022 • 46min
Radio Replay - Inside Michigan Basketball - Jan. 17
We hear from both head coaches on this week's radio show, live from Pretzel Bell in downtown Ann Arbor. Juwan Howard discusses the meaning of Martin Luther King Jr. Day and talks about some of the key contributors as of late for the Wolverines (1:00). Then, Kim Barnes Arico recaps an outstanding win at Maryland, along with some challenging travel circumstances after the victory (25:00).See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Jan 15, 2022 • 18min
Defend the Block 88 - Illinois Recap
Brian discusses Michigan's gritty performance in Friday's tough loss at Illinois before we hear from radio analyst Terry Mills (5:15) and Head Coach Juwan Howard (8:45). We conclude with a highlight recap of the game (13:00).See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Jan 13, 2022 • 20min
Conqu'ring Heroes 45 - Paul Juda
This week, Jon Jansen catches up with 2021 Big Ten Gymnast of the Year Paul Juda. He discusses the coaching change from Kurt Golder to Yuan Xiao (1:00), gives an overview of the upcoming season for the team and himself (6:00), and discusses his incredible experience at the Pan American Games (12:00).See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Jan 12, 2022 • 37min
In the Trenches 247 - The Offseason Begins
In our first offseason edition of "In the Trenches," Jon and Brian reflect on the incredible 2021 season (6:00), discuss some of the Wolverines who have entered the NFL Draft (13:00), and congratulate Mark Messner on his induction into the College Football Hall of Fame (22:30). Then, the guys touch on some national topics, including Monday's national title game (24:00) and the upcoming NFL playoffs (32:00).See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Jan 11, 2022 • 46min
Radio Replay - Inside Michigan Basketball - Jan. 10
The "Inside Michigan Basketball" Radio Show is back! Brian Boesch and Terry Mills chat with Juwan Howard about the men's basketball pause and some of the key players who stepped up at Rutgers last week. Then, Kim Barnes Arico joins the show to break down Sunday's impressive win and look ahead to a challenging two-game road swing this week.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Jan 6, 2022 • 25min
Conqu'ring Heroes 44 - Bev Plocki
We resume Conqu'ring Heroes with national champion Head Coach Bev Plocki of women's gymnastics, who discusses the preparation for the upcoming season (1:30), her expectations for the team within each event (7:30), and the mindset for the team following the championship run last season (19:30).See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.