MGoBlue Podcasts with Jon Jansen

This week's episode begins with a reaction to Hunter Dickinson's decision to return to Michigan for his sophomore season, including a few of the most important clips from his media availability on Tuesday. Then, Brian checks in with newly-named captain Danielle Rauch of Michigan women's basketball, who discusses the honor and requirements of that captain position (10:00), the incredible journey she and the team had last March (13:15), and her early thoughts on next season's team (20:10). We conclude with senior-to-be Adrien Nuñez, who talks about the early days of men's basketball summer practices (27:45), the importance of the new Name Image Likeness era for social media influencers like him (33:45), and some of the projects he is working on with NIL in place (41:30).See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

This week's "Seven from 77" focuses on the beginning of the "Name Image Likeness" era (5:00) and Jon's feelings about the Wolverines' rivalry with Michigan State (11:00). Then, Jon catches up with fellow offensive lineman Jason Strayhorn, a former Spartan player turned broadcaster, to preview Michigan State. Strayhorn discusses the effects of the transfer portal on college football (21:00), his impressions of second-year Head Coach Mel Tucker (25:00), some key storylines to watch for the MSU offense (29:00), the important aspects of the Spartans' defense (36:00), and his expectations for Michigan State this season (44:20).See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Brian catches up with soon-to-be sophomore Jace Howard to discuss the team-first mentality that the Howard family utilizes (10:00), some of his best basketball memories from his childhood (14:30), his evolution as a player heading into his second season in Ann Arbor (20:30), and the opportunity to play for his Dad (28:15).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 several key topics, including the big ruling by the Supreme Court pertaining to the NCAA (6:30) and the latest surrounding the proposed changes to the College Football Playoff (10:30). Then, our game-by-game preview continues with Northwestern, as Jon chats with the Wildcats' play-by-play broadcaster Dave Eanet about Pat Fitzgerald's importance to the program (23:30), his expectations for the Wildcats in 2021 (29:30), some of the key storylines for Northwestern's offense (32:15), and the most noteworthy aspects of the Wildcats' defense (40:20).See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Brian begins by catching up with soon-to-be sophomore guard Zeb Jackson, who discusses his unique last two years (10:00), his strengths and weaknesses heading into next season (15:00), his acclimation to Head Coach Juwan Howard and the Michigan program (19:15), and the potential of next season's team (21:45). Then, Chris Williams, the new Athletic Trainer for men's basketball, discusses the key aspects of his position (24:00), his professional journey to this point (29:30), and his perception of the program from afar (35:30).See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

We have two great guests this week! We begin with the newest member of the Wolverines coaching staff--Defensive Passing Game Coordinator and Defensive Backs Coach Steve Clinkscale--who talks about the process of taking the job here with Michigan (1:45), his acclimation process into the program (5:45), and how to work with and develop those around him in the program (11:45). Then, we roll along with our game-by-game preview by breaking down Michigan's trip to Nebraska with Huskers sideline reporter Jeremiah Sirles. He discusses the Huskers' quest to return to contender status in the Big Ten (19:00), some of the key players and storylines for Nebraska's offense (23:00), the potential of the Huskers' defense (35:15), and his thoughts on Nebraska's fan base and gameday experience (39:20).See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Brian catches up with now former Wolverine Franz Wagner about his decision to enter the NBA Draft (9:00), his time in Ann Arbor as a student and a player (14:30), his experiences with Head Coach Juwan Howard (20:00), and some of his favorite memories during his time at Michigan (23:30).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 discusses the successful completion of all 2020-21 sports as of this weekend (4:15), Adam Coon's attempt to make the Tennessee Titans' roster (12:00), and the latest reports surrounding the College Football Playoff format (15:30). Then, we continue our game-by-game previews for 2021 by welcoming in Wisconsin play-by-play voice Matt Lepay, who discusses Barry Alvarez's legacy (28:30), the potential of Graham Mertz and the Badgers' offense (34:30), and some of the keys for Wisconsin defensively (44:15).See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

We check in on Michigan women's basketball this week, as Head Coach Kim Barnes Arico chats with Brian about each of her three new assistants (11:00), what she and the players are up to at this stage of the offseason (19:30), and Naz Hillmon's opportunity to represent Team USA in next week's AmeriCup (26:30). Then, we have our final one-on-one interview with the new-look women's basketball coaching staff. Harry Rafferty stops by to discuss the work with the program that helped him earn an assistant position (31:00), the acclimation process for the new-look staff (35:30), and his close relationship with former Wolverine Duncan Robinson (42:15).See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

On this week's episode, Jon catches up with the two Head Coaches of Michigan Track & Field, Jerry Clayton and James Henry. They discuss the unique challenges of the season (1:00), the dividing of responsibilities between them and among their staff members (6:00), their expectations for the individuals who qualified for this weekend's NCAA Outdoor Championships (8:00), and the environment they are expecting in Eugene, Ore., for the event (17:00).See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.