

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 15, 2021 • 54min
In the Trenches 182 - Matt Weiss
Jon begins with a full breakdown of Saturday's scrimmage inside the Big House, including his observations of the quarterbacks, offensive line, and defense. Then, Jon sits down with Quarterbacks Coach Matt Weiss to discuss his journey to Ann Arbor and the University of Michigan (28:15), the Wolverines' current quarterback room (36:40), and the increasing importance of analytics within football (43:30).See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Apr 14, 2021 • 42min
Defend the Block 44 - Naz Hillmon
Brian reacts to the departures of Chaundee Brown, Jr., and Mike Smith on the men's basketball side (2:30). Then, he catches up with Naz Hillmon on her reflections of the incredible season for Michigan women's basketball (15:00), the groundwork that she and the program are doing in advance of next season (26:20), and her off-the-court work in pushing for gender equality and social justice (31:00).See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Apr 13, 2021 • 20min
Conqu'ring Heroes 19 - Kurt Golder
In advance of this weekend's NCAA Championships in men's gymnastics, Jon catches up with Head Coach Kurt Golder about the unique journey to an undefeated regular season and Big Ten title (0:45), the team's preparations for Friday and Saturday in Minneapolis (5:00), some details on the layout and schedule for the two-day event (9:45), and Jon's best potential gymnastics event (14:30).See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Apr 8, 2021 • 55min
In the Trenches 181 - Josh Gattis
In this week's "Seven from 77," Jon breaks down some comments from a few Wolverines, including WR Mike Sainristil, RB Blake Corum, and OL Zak Zinter. Then, Offensive Coordinator Josh Gattis stops by to discuss his impressions of the team in spring practice (23:00) and size up each offensive unit at this point of the offseason--offensive line (29:45), tight ends (35:40), wide receivers (37:40), running backs (42:45), and quarterbacks (47:30).See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Apr 7, 2021 • 39min
Defend the Block 43 - Kim Barnes Arico & Terry Mills
With the college basketball season in the books, Brian catches up with Michigan women's basketball Head Coach Kim Barnes Arico about the wide range of emotions that still linger from the NCAA Tournament (7:30), the impact that this team's season had on Michigan fans around the world (14:30), the team's scary return from Texas (20:30), and her main priorities now that the offseason has arrived (23:30). Then, we bring you the final postgame conversation between Brian and Terry Mills from the postgame show after Michigan men's basketball's loss to UCLA in the Elite Eight (28:20), as they talk about the loss and the season as a whole.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Apr 6, 2021 • 28min
Conqu'ring Heroes 18 - Bev Plocki
Fresh off the program's 13th NCAA Regional title, Women's Gymnastics Head Coach Bev Plocki chats with Jon Jansen about the challenges of this unique season (0:45), the team's impressive performance last weekend in the Regionals (10:00), and the preparation for the NCAA Championships on April 16 and 17 in Fort Worth, Texas (18:40).See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Apr 1, 2021 • 45min
In the Trenches 180 - Brad Hawkins
Jon and Brian discuss the tough end to the men's basketball team's season before getting into this week's "Seven from 77" (8:40), which touches on last Friday's Pro Day, Giles Jackson's decision to transfer, and much more. Then, Jon catches up with Brad Hawkins about his observations from spring practice (31:30), his transition from wide receiver to defensive back (33:10), and the new-look defensive coaching staff and system (36:00).See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Mar 29, 2021 • 30min
Defend the Block 42 - UCLA Preview
Brian breaks down his early thoughts on the Bruins in advance of Tuesday's Elite Eight clash. Then, Brian chats with Hunter Dickinson about Sunday's impressive win, his evolution against double teams, and the quick turnaround (5:30). We also get a scouting report on the Bruins from Josh Lewin, their radio play-by-play broadcaster (17:00).See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Mar 29, 2021 • 25min
Defend the Block 41 - FSU Postgame
Michigan men's basketball delivered a resounding victory over Florida State in the Sweet 16 on Sunday. Brian shares his thoughts on the Maize and Blue's elite performance before breaking it down with the National Champion Terry Mills (8:35). Then, Brian and Terry chat with Brandon Johns, Jr., (14:00) and Mike Smith (18:30).See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Mar 26, 2021 • 42min
Defend the Block 40 - FSU Preview
Brian begins the episode by previewing Florida State, the assignment for Michigan men's basketball on Sunday in the Sweet 16. Then, we check in with freshman Terrance Williams II to discuss the on- and off-court experience in Indianapolis (8:00), the effects of the injury to Isaiah Livers (12:10), and his early impressions of the Seminoles (17:10). Then, Brian chats with Florida State play-by-play broadcaster Gene Deckerhoff, who shares his observations on FSU (19:10) and recalls his memories calling Tom Brady and the Buccaneers' Super Bowl run as the radio voice of the team (32:15).See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.