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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 13 - Nebraska Postgame 26.12.2020

We have a full breakdown of Michigan's victory at Nebraska on Christmas. After Brian shares his opening thoughts, he welcomes Terry Mills (7:30), Head Coach Juwan Howard (11:00), and Franz Wagner (16:30) to discuss the Wolverines’ strong performance. We conclude with a full highlight recap of Michigan's seventh straight win (20:15). See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Pr...

Defend the Block 12 - Mike Smith 23.12.2020

After discussing the current situation around the women's basketball program, Brian welcomes Michigan men's basketball guard Mike Smith to the show to discuss his hair style (5:45), the importance of family in his life and basketball career (8:15), the process of acclimating into the Michigan basketball program (14:15), and his observations on some of his teammates (18:30). See Priv...

Radio Replay - Inside Michigan Basketball - 12/21/20 22.12.2020

Brian Boesch and the birthday boy Terry Mills chat with Head Coach Juwan Howard about the team's activities over the last week with no games, the opportunity to play on Christmas Day, and much more (conversation starts at the 3:40 mark). Then, the Director of Basketball Operations for men's basketball, former Wolverine standout Chris Hunter, stops by to discuss his role in the schedule switch from...

In the Trenches 170 - Coach Harbaugh on Signing Day 17.12.2020

The Michigan Football family has grown here today, as 20 young men have signed their National Letters of Intent to play at the University of Michigan. Jon Jansen recaps it all with Head Coach Jim Harbaugh, who shares his excitement about this big day for the program and discusses each player in the class (offensive players begin at the 11:15 mark; defensive players start at the 26:45 mark). See Pr...

Defend the Block 11 - Dickinson, Williams & Brown 16.12.2020

We have discussed the close bond that Hunter Dickinson and Terrance Williams II have, so we invited them both on the show (at the same time) to discuss their early memories of each other (4:00), how their recruiting processes developed and led them to Michigan (8:30), the challenges of being incoming freshmen during a pandemic (15:30), and their impressions of the team through six g...

Radio Replay - Inside Michigan Basketball - 12/14/20 15.12.2020

Michigan's basketball programs are a combined 11-0, and we chat with both Head Coaches on this week's edition of Inside Michigan Basketball. Juwan Howard discusses Sunday's victory over Penn State and the plans for his team during this 12-day gap between games (2:00). Then, Kim Barnes Arico talks about her team's 5-0 non-conference showing and Saturday's Big Ten opener at Illinois (25:00). See Pri...

Radio Replay - Inside Michigan Football - 12/14/20 15.12.2020

It's our season finale of Inside Michigan Football. Jon Jansen catches up with Head Coach Jim Harbaugh to discuss the matchup with Iowa and the team's journey back to the field after back-to-back cancellations (1:30). Then, senior Carlo Kemp talks about the emotional last two weeks and his responsibilities as a captain during this difficult time (17:30). See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/pri...

Defend the Block 10 - Penn State Postgame 13.12.2020

Michigan earned a gritty 62-58 win over Penn State on Sunday in the Big Ten opener. After Brian shares his key observations from the victory, he catches up with Terry Mills (6:45), Hunter Dickinson (9:45), and Head Coach Juwan Howard (13:00). Our episode concludes with a full highlight recap of Michigan's sixth straight victory (18:00). See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and Californi...

Michigan Football Classics 8 - 2008 vs. Florida 13.12.2020

Unfortunately, Michigan Football was unable to play this weekend, so we took a trip down memory lane to the final game of the Lloyd Carr era to relive the Wolverines' thrilling victory over Florida in the 2008 Capital One Bowl. The game broadcast begins at the 17:00 mark. The second half gets going at the 1:05:00 mark. Jon and Brian break down the victory, with all the key highlights, beginning at...

In the Trenches 169 - Another Cancellation 10.12.2020

For a second straight week, the Wolverines are unable to compete on the football field. Jon shares his thoughts on the disappointment surrounding the cancellation of The Game against Ohio State (5:00). Then, we react to some important comments from Director of Athletics Warde Manuel (7:30) and Head Coach Jim Harbaugh (12:45) regarding the situation. Our episode concludes with Jon's thoughts on the...

Defend the Block 9 - Toledo Postgame 10.12.2020

Michigan embraces the "sudden change" to its schedule and cruises past Toledo on Wednesday night at Crisler Center. Brian and Terry discuss the key parts of Wednesday's win and the potential impact of Austin Davis' injury. Then, senior guard Eli Brooks (8:45) and Head Coach Juwan Howard (11:40) join us before we listen back to the radio highlights from the victory (16:00). See Privacy Policy at ht...

Radio Replay - Inside Michigan Basketball - 12/7/20 08.12.2020

Our weekly "Inside Michigan Basketball" radio shows are back! Brian Boesch and Terry Mills chat with Juwan Howard (2:20) and Kim Barnes Arico (26:15) about the latest in Wolverines men's and women's basketball. 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 - 12/7/20 08.12.2020

With The Game scheduled for this weekend, Jon catches up with a couple of members of the broadcast crew to discuss Michigan-Ohio State. Dan Dierdorf joins us at the 1:30 mark to talk about his childhood memories of the rivalry while growing up in Ohio, the hope that this week's game will happen, and what he would say to the team right before facing the Buckeyes. Then, Doug Karsch recalls his favor...

Defend the Block 8 - UCF Postgame 07.12.2020

After falling behind early, the Wolverines surged past Central Florida to improve to 4-0 on the season. Brian shares his thoughts on Michigan's come-from-behind win before welcoming in Terry Mills (5:00). Then, we catch up with freshman Terrance Williams II (8:20) and Head Coach Juwan Howard (11:00) before playing back the radio highlights (16:10). See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy a...

Michigan Football Classics 7 - 2011 vs. Notre Dame 06.12.2020

With this weekend's game against Maryland canceled, we relive the first night game, and one of the best games, in Michigan Stadium history. Jon catches up with Jim Brandstatter about the current situation for the Wolverines and what he remembers from that amazing September night nine years ago (10:30). The start of the 2011 broadcast comes at the 35:00 mark. The incredible final drive begins at th...

In the Trenches 168 - Reaction to Saturday's Cancellation 03.12.2020

With the news of Saturday's cancellation and the pausing of football activities still fresh, we discuss some of the most important comments from Donald R. Shepherd Director of Athletics Warde Manuel and Medical Director Dr. Sami Rifat (3:30). Then, Jon shares his thoughts on Kirk Herbstreit's comments about Michigan from Tuesday night (10:30), how the players should approach this pause (18:30), th...

Defend the Block 7 - Ball State Postgame 03.12.2020

Michigan posted a convincing victory on Wednesday over Ball State. Brian shares his thoughts on some of the key contributors before welcoming in Terry Mills to get his analysis (4:50). Then, we visit with Franz Wagner after his 14-point performance (8:00). Head Coach Juwan Howard stops by after that to discuss the team's strong offensive effort and his son Jace's first collegiate playing time (12:...

Radio Replay - Inside Michigan Football - 11/30/20 01.12.2020

We had plenty to discuss on this week's "Inside Michigan Football" radio show. Jon chatted with Head Coach Jim Harbaugh about the football program's pause out of an abundance of caution, his analysis of the film from Saturday's game against Penn State, and this weekend's scheduled matchup with Maryland (1:00). Then, Jon welcomes Running Backs Coach and Special Teams Coordinator Jay Harbaugh (16:30...

Defend the Block 6 - Oakland Postgame 30.11.2020

Michigan survives a scare from Oakland on Sunday, winning 81-71 in overtime. Brian Boesch and Terry Mills offer their key observations before catching up with Head Coach Juwan Howard (8:30) and freshman Hunter Dickinson (13:20), who starred in the victory. 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 167 - Penn State Recap 28.11.2020

Jon discusses his biggest takeaways from Saturday's loss to Penn State. Then, we catch up with Head Coach Jim Harbaugh (8:45), offensive lineman Andrew Stueber (13:45), and tight end Nick Eubanks (17:00) before briefly looking ahead to next week's matchup 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 166 - Penn State Preview 27.11.2020

Penn State comes to town on Saturday, and we prep you for kickoff with our radio network scene setter, Jon's 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 .

Defend the Block 5 - Bowling Green Postgame 26.11.2020

Michigan defeats Bowling Green 96-82 in the season opener, and we have all the postgame coverage you need. Brian shares his biggest takeaways off the top before chatting with Terry Mills about the win (4:45). Then, we visit with Chaundee Brown, Jr., (8:00) and Head Coach Juwan Howard (11:15) before concluding with a highlight recap of the game (18:20). See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/priva...

In the Trenches 165 - Zak Zinter 25.11.2020

In this week's "Seven from 77," Jon and Brian discuss Cade McNamara and Hassan Haskins' performances at Rutgers (5:30), break down some of the key storylines in the Big Ten and the top 25 (13:45), and conduct a five-round Thanksgiving food draft (18:15). Then, true freshman Zak Zinter stops by to talk about his early opportunity to play (26:50), his lofty academic goals (30:15), and how his r...

Defend the Block 4 - Franz Wagner & Akienreh Johnson 24.11.2020

With the season just one day away, Brian breaks down some of the most interesting aspects of Juwan Howard's Monday press conference. Then, Franz Wagner stops by to discuss his growth as a player and a person in the last year (8:15), what he and his family did during the shutdowns (13:00), how he is trying to improve for this season (19:45), and what he's seeing from the team heading into Wednesday...

Radio Replay - Inside Michigan Football - 11/23/20 24.11.2020

Jon recaps Saturday's triple-overtime win over Rutgers and looks ahead to this weekend's matchup against Penn State with Head Coach Jim Harbaugh (1:30), Offensive Coordinator Josh Gattis (14:00), and running back Hassan Haskins (31:45). See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

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