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MGoBlue Podcasts with Jon Jansen

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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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Jul 7, 2026

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Episodes

Defend the Block 132 - Kim Barnes Arico 04.10.2022

With fall practices underway at Crisler Center, we hear about the latest around Michigan women's basketball from Head Coach Kim Barnes Arico. She details the transition from summer workouts to preseason practices (3:00), shares her observations of some of the key players on this season's club (7:30), and breaks down the Wolverines' non-conference slate (21:00). See Privacy Policy at http...

Radio Replay - Inside Michigan Football (Oct. 3) 04.10.2022

Fresh off Saturday's win in Iowa City, Jon catches up with Head Coach Jim Harbaugh (3:30), Co-Defensive Coordinator Steve Clinkscale (24:00), and cornerback D.J. Turner (37:00) on this week's edition of the "Inside Michigan Football" radio show. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

In the Trenches 298 - Iowa Recap 01.10.2022

The Wolverines passed their first road test of the season on Saturday with a 27-14 victory at Iowa. Jon and Brian break down the key aspects of the win before we welcome in Doug Karsch (8:00) and Jack Miller (13:30). Then, Jon catches up with Head Coach Jim Harbaugh (20:30), and Jason Avant interviews Donovan Edwards (23:15), J.J. McCarthy (26:00), Trevor Keegan (28:30), Eyabi Okie (31:00), and Mi...

In the Trenches 297 - Iowa Preview 30.09.2022

On the eve of Michigan's first road game of 2022, Jon Jansen gets you ready for the matchup at Iowa with his Keys to the Game and Locker Room Speech. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

Conqu'ring Heroes 69 - Tracy Smith 29.09.2022

Michigan Baseball's new Head Coach Tracy Smith discusses what motivated him to take this great opportunity (1:30), why he loves coaching in the Big Ten (4:00), and how the roster is shaping up at this point of the offseason (6:45). See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

In the Trenches 296 - Blake Corum 28.09.2022

Fresh off Saturday's win over Maryland, Jon and Brian break down the positives and negatives from the Wolverines' first Big Ten performance (6:00), share some early thoughts on the trip to Iowa (11:30), and react to the latest around the Big Ten and the Top 25 (16:00). Then, star running back Blake Corum recaps his brilliant performance against Maryland (34:00), details his work ethic and focus (3...

Radio Replay - Inside Michigan Football (Sept. 26) 27.09.2022

On this week's edition of the "Inside Michigan Football" radio show, Jon catches up with Head Coach Jim Harbaugh (3:00), Wide Receivers Coach Ron Bellamy (17:00), and captain Ronnie Bell (38:00), as the Wolverines prepare for Saturday's trip to Iowa. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

Defend the Block 131 - Chris Hunter 27.09.2022

After reacting to the full men's basketball schedule, Brian welcomes in Chris Hunter, the former Wolverine player turned Director of Basketball Operations. Hunter discusses the busy summer for him and the program (8:30), his opportunity to be the team's third assistant late last season (12:15), some early thoughts on this year's roster (18:00), and his reaction to the Wolverines' challenging sched...

In the Trenches 295 - Maryland Recap 24.09.2022

Michigan kicked off Big Ten play with a 34-27 victory over Maryland on Saturday afternoon at the Big House. Jon and Brian recap the game before we hear from Doug Karsch (9:00) and Jack Miller (15:30). Then, Jon catches up with Head Coach Jim Harbaugh (23:00), while Jason Avant gets the reaction from Gemon Green (27:30), Mike Morris (29:00), J.J. McCarthy (30:30), Luke Schoonmaker (33:00), and Blak...

In the Trenches 294 - Maryland Preview 23.09.2022

Big Ten play is finally upon us! The Wolverines open the conference slate on Saturday against Maryland, and we get you ready for the game with the radio network scene setter, the Keys to the Game, and Jon's Locker Room Speech. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

Conqu'ring Heroes 68 - Mark Rosen 22.09.2022

Michigan Volleyball heads into the Big Ten portion of its schedule this week, following an outstanding 9-1 showing in non-conference play. This week on Conqu'ring Heroes, Head Coach Mark Rosen recaps the strong start to the season (2:00), breaks down some of the key players on the team (7:00), and previews the challenging Big Ten slate (14:30). See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/pri...

In the Trenches 293 - George Rooks 21.09.2022

Jon identifies some Wolverines who made the most of their opportunities during the non-conference slate (5:00) and analyzes the status of the Big Ten in this week's "Seven from 77" (14:30). Then, Jon welcomes sophomore defensive lineman George Rooks to the podcast for the first time. Rooks reacts to the Wolverines’ first three games (28:30), details his improvements so far this season (31:00), and...

Defend the Block 130 - Jace Howard 20.09.2022

Brian catches up with junior Jace Howard, who discusses his activities since the end of last season (3:30), the strides he has made on the court as of late (10:00), and his observations of the rest of the team (19:00). See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

Radio Replay - Inside Michigan Football (Sept. 19) 20.09.2022

On this week's radio show, Jon catches up with Head Coach Jim Harbaugh (3:00), linebackers coach George Helow (25:30), and fifth-year linebacker Michael Barrett (36:30) to recap the non-conference schedule and look ahead to Saturday's Big Ten opener with Maryland. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

In the Trenches 292 - UConn Recap 17.09.2022

Michigan wrapped up non-conference play with a shutout win over UConn on Saturday at the Big House. Jon shares his thoughts on the victory before Brian catches up with the Voice of Michigan Football, Doug Karsch (10:00). Then, Jon chats with Head Coach Jim Harbaugh (16:15), with Jack Miller reacting to his comments and the victory shortly thereafter (22:00). We conclude with some player interviews...

In the Trenches 291 - UConn Preview 16.09.2022

With the non-conference finale approaching, Jon Jansen sets the scene with his Keys to the Game and Locker Room Speech for the Wolverines' clash against UConn. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

Conqu'ring Heroes 67 - Jennifer Klein 15.09.2022

We talk Michigan women's soccer this week on Conqu'ring Heroes, as Head Coach Jennifer Klein joins the show! She reflects on a special weekend for the program (2:00), shares her early impressions on this season's team (4:00), details the circumstances surrounding Jayde Riviere's decision to end her Michigan playing career (7:30), and looks ahead to the start of Big Ten play this wee...

In the Trenches 290 - Roman Wilson 14.09.2022

In this week's "Seven from 77," we discuss the decision to start J.J. McCarthy at quarterback (5:30) and break down a wild Week 2 in college football (13:30). Then, wide receiver Roman Wilson chats with Jon about his propensity to score the Wolverines’ first touchdown (34:00), the strides he and the team have made during his time in Ann Arbor (36:00), and the opportunity to play aga...

Defend the Block 129 - Phil Martelli 13.09.2022

In a wide-ranging conversation, Brian catches up with Associate Head Coach Phil Martelli, who reflects on the Wolverines' trip to Europe last month (4:00), shares his early thoughts on the newcomers (13:30), and provides updates on a few of the returning Wolverines (29:00). See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-s...

Radio Replay - Inside Michigan Football (Sept. 12) 13.09.2022

On this week's radio show, Jon visits with Tight Ends Coach Grant Newsome (3:00), Head Coach Jim Harbaugh (19:30), and fifth-year tight end Luke Schoonmaker (36:00), as the Wolverines gear up for a matchup with Connecticut on Saturday at the Big House. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

In the Trenches 289 - Hawaii Recap 11.09.2022

Jon and Brian break down Saturday's 56-10 victory over Hawaii, before Doug Karsch (8:30) and Jack Miller (12:30) chime in with their thoughts. Then, Jon catches up with Head Coach Jim Harbaugh (18:00), and Jason Avant interviews offensive stars Cornelius Johnson (25:30), Blake Corum (28:30), Erick All (30:30), and Ronnie Bell (32:30). See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California...

In the Trenches 288 - Hawaii Preview 09.09.2022

The Wolverines are back at the Big House on Saturday night against Hawaii. We get you ready for the game with our radio network scene setter, the Keys to the Game, and Jon's Locker Room Speech! See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

Conqu'ring Heroes 66 - Bonnie Tholl 08.09.2022

It's a new era for Michigan Softball! Jon chats with new Head Coach Bonnie Tholl, who reflects on the opportunity to take over for Carol Hutchins (2:00), breaks down her hire of Amanda Chidester to the coaching staff (11:30), and shares her early thoughts on the roster she will have in 2023 (14:00). See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://...

In the Trenches 287 - J.J. McCarthy 07.09.2022

Jon and Brian break down the status of the quarterback situation (5:00), Michigan's defensive performance on Saturday (13:00), and what they saw during Week 1 in college football (18:00). Then, quarterback J.J. McCarthy discusses his approach to this week as the starter (35:30), his journey back from his shoulder injury this offseason (38:00), and the intricacies of playing in spurts so far in his...

Defend the Block 128 - Dug McDaniel & Cooper Smith 06.09.2022

We conclude our introductory interviews with the new members of the Michigan men's basketball program by catching up with Dug McDaniel and Cooper Smith. McDaniel discusses his rationale for joining the Wolverines (4:00), the key aspects of his game (6:00), and his impressions of the team at this point (13:00). Then, Cooper Smith details his injury-plagued journey to the program (17:...

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