In the Trenches, Presented by Meijer
Jon takes fans inside Michigan football with one-on-one interviews, game previews, postgame recaps and more.
MGoBlue Podcasts
Welcome to MGoBlue Podcasts, the official audio hub of Michigan Athletics. Explore recurring series featuring in-depth conversations, insider access and the latest from across all Wolverine teams.
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Defend the Block
Brian takes fans inside Michigan basketball with in-depth interviews, game recaps and behind-the-scenes insight from both programs.
Conqu'ring Heroes
Brian spotlights Michigan teams from across campus through conversations with student-athletes, coaches and other key voices.
Michigan Athletics YouTube
Jon and Brian also host live football and basketball streams throughout the year on the Michigan Athletics YouTube channel, including a weekly show every Tuesday from noon to 1 p.m. during the football season.
Meet the Hosts
Jon Jansen
A first-team All-America offensive tackle and Academic All-American in 1998, Jon Jansen started all 50 games during his Michigan career and served as a two-time captain. He helped lead the Wolverines to back-to-back Big Ten titles and the 1997 national championship and was named the 1998 Big Ten Offensive Lineman of the Year. A second-round NFL Draft pick, Jansen played 11 NFL seasons with Washington and Detroit. He has contributed to Michigan Athletics since 2014 and was inducted into the Michigan Athletics Hall of Honor in 2025.
Brian Boesch
Brian Boesch has contributed to Michigan Athletics since 2014, when he became the studio host for Michigan football and men's basketball. He became the lead radio play-by-play voice for men's basketball in 2019, the same year he called the baseball team's thrilling College World Series run on radio. As the Director of Broadcasting for the Michigan Sports Network from LEARFIELD, Boesch manages all radio broadcast talent and logistics for the athletic department, acts as the executive producer for MGoBlue Podcasts, and hosts the pregame and postgame shows for Michigan football.
MGoBlue Podcasts are produced by the Michigan Sports Network from LEARFIELD in partnership with Michigan Athletics and are part of the Varsity Podcast Network.
In the Trenches 611 - Minnesota Preview
Listen The Wolverines hit the road for the first time this season, and Jon Jansen is here to prepare you for Saturday's matchup with Minnesota. After the radio network scene setter, Jon breaks down his Keys to the Game and gives us another classic Locker Room Speech! [ Transcript ]
Published on 10/1/2026
Conqu'ring Heroes 209 - Dave DiIanni
Listen Brian recaps a busy time around campus, including a big win for men's soccer on Tuesday and the beginning of the hockey season coming up this weekend. Then, women's soccer Head Coach Dave DiIanni discusses his first season in Ann Arbor, the Wolverines' historic victory over number one Michigan State, and some of the key players on his team. [ Transcript ]
Published on 10/1/2026
In the Trenches 610 - Aisea Moa
Listen Jon and Brian are back to dissect the good and the bad from Saturday's tough loss to Iowa. They also look ahead to the weekend trip to Minnesota and react to the most relevant Big Ten and national storylines. Then, linebacker Aisea Moa stops by at the 36:30 mark to discuss his journey to Ann Arbor, the team's preparation for the Golden Gophers, and the chance to play with his brothers. [ Transcript ]
Published on 9/30/2026
Defend the Block 404 - Kim Barnes Arico & Lincoln Cosby
Listen Brian shares two great interviews this week on Defend the Block! To begin the show, Kim Barnes Arico, the Head Coach of Michigan women's basketball, recaps a busy offseason, breaks down some of the key players on the roster, and looks ahead to another daunting schedule. Then, men's basketball freshman Lincoln Cosby stops by at the 25-minute mark to discuss his journey back from injury, the time he has spent in Ann Arbor, and what to expect from his game once he returns to action. [ Transcript ]
Published on 9/29/2026
In the Trenches 609 - Iowa Recap
Listen The Wolverines suffered a heartbreaking loss on Saturday, as Iowa knocked off Michigan 20-19 on the last play of the game. Jon Jansen, Brian Boesch, Doug Karsch and Chris Wormley react to the key plays in the game. Then, we go into the Michigan locker room at the 16:45 mark for interviews with head coach Kyle Whittingham and five players--Bryce Underwood, Evan Link, Zack Marshall, Enow Etta, and Rod Moore Jr. [ Transcript ]
Published on 9/26/2026
In the Trenches 608 - Iowa Preview
Listen Prepare for the Big Ten opener in less than 15 minutes with our radio network scene setter, the Keys to the Game for all three phases, and Jon's Locker Room Speech here on In the Trenches, presented by Meijer! [ Transcript ]
Published on 9/24/2026
Conqu'ring Heroes 208 - Erin Virtue
Listen It was a huge week on campus, as Michigan women's soccer beat the number one team in the nation for the first time in program history. Brian Boesch recaps that huge win over Michigan State and other big stories around Michigan Athletics before welcoming in volleyball head coach Erin Virtue. Coach Virtue discusses her team's 9-2 start, some of the key players on her roster, and the start of Big Ten play this Friday and Sunday at Crisler Center. [ Transcript ]
Published on 9/24/2026
In the Trenches 607 - Tariq Boney
Listen On this week's "Seven from 77," Jon breaks down the development of the Wolverines' offense, shares his initial thoughts on the Big Ten opener against Iowa, and reacts to other intriguing storylines throughout college football. Then, freshman defensive end Tariq Boney stops by at the 33:30 mark to discuss some of his important plays against UTEP, his close relationship with fellow freshman Carter Meadows, and the opportunity ahead this weekend. [ Transcript ]
Published on 9/23/2026
Defend the Block 403 - Marcus Møller
Listen Incoming freshman Marcus Møller joins us for a wide-ranging conversation that touches on his cancer battle, acclimation to college basketball, and style of play. Brian concludes the episode with a few thoughts on the newly-released schedules for both Michigan basketball programs. [ Transcript ]
Published on 9/22/2026
In the Trenches 606 - UTEP Recap
Listen The Wolverines wrapped up a 3-0 non-conference slate with Saturday's 52-17 victory over the UTEP Miners. Jon Jansen, Brian Boesch, Doug Karsch, and Jack Miller break down the key moments and players from Michigan's win. Our postgame interviews from the locker room begin at the 15:20 mark, as Jon catches up with Head Coach Kyle Whittingham, and Jason Avant visits with five players: Andrew Marsh, Savion Hiter, Jonah Lea'ea, Tariq Boney, and Enow Etta. [ Transcript ]
Published on 9/19/2026
In the Trenches 605 - UTEP Preview
Listen Jon Jansen preps you for the first-ever meeting between Michigan and UTEP in football with our radio network scene setter, the keys to the game, and his weekly locker room speech on this edition of In the Trenches, presented by Meijer! [ Transcript ]
Published on 9/17/2026
Conqu'ring Heroes 207 - Brandon Naurato
Listen After a recap of the week that was for Michigan Athletics, Brian sits down with Brandon Naurato, head coach for Michigan Hockey. Naurato reflects on his first four seasons at the helm of the program, breaks down his talented and experienced roster, and shares his thoughts on the great opportunity ahead for the Wolverines this season. [ Transcript ]
Published on 9/17/2026
In the Trenches 604 - Nate Marshall
Listen Jon Jansen goes further into detail on his review of the Wolverines' huge win over Oklahoma on Saturday during this week's "Seven from 77." Then, sophomore defensive end Nate Marshall stops by at the 35:40 mark to discuss his love of basketball, break down the Wolverines' 2-0 start, and react to the start of his sophomore season. [ Transcript ]
Published on 9/16/2026
Defend the Block 402 - Joseph Hartman
Listen We continue to get to know Michigan men's basketball's freshman class, as Brian visits with Joseph Hartman this week on Defend the Block. Hartman reflects on his decision to join the Wolverines, shares his thoughts on the team's trip to Europe, and breaks down some elements of his game. [ Transcript ]
Published on 9/15/2026
In the Trenches 603 - Oklahoma Recap
Listen The Wolverines earned a gritty victory over Oklahoma on Saturday in Ann Arbor. Jon Jansen, Brian Boesch, Doug Karsch, and Jack Miller begin the episode by breaking down the most important moments and players to the Wolverines' 17-10 win. Then, we begin our postgame interviews at the 17:40 mark, as Jon visits with Head Coach Kyle Whittingham, and Jason Avant chats with five players: Jyaire Hill, Zeke Berry, Chris Bracy, Bryce Underwood, and Zack Marshall. [ Transcript ]
Published on 9/12/2026
In the Trenches 602 - Oklahoma Preview
Listen For the first time, the Oklahoma Sooners visit Ann Arbor on Saturday, and Jon prepares you for the game in 15 minutes on our preview edition of In the Trenches, presented by Meijer. He shares his Keys to the Game for all three phases and gives his weekly Locker Room Speech. [ Transcript ]
Published on 9/10/2026
Conqu'ring Heroes 206 - Chaka Daley
Listen Brian recaps a historic weekend for men's golf, a road sweep for volleyball, and much more during his weekly recap. Then, men's soccer head coach Chaka Daley discusses his team's tough loss at Notre Dame on Sunday, his early impressions of the team through four games, and Friday's Big Ten opener against Indiana. You can get tickets for the 7 p.m. game here in Ann Arbor at MGoBlue.com/Tickets. [ Transcript ]
Published on 9/10/2026
In the Trenches 601 - Dom Nichols
Listen On this week's "Seven from 77," Jon discusses some areas for improvement heading into Week 2, his early impressions of the Oklahoma Sooners, and a wild opening weekend across college football. Then, defensive end Dom Nichols stops by around the 33:30 mark to break down his strong game on Saturday and look ahead to the marquee clash this weekend at the Big House. [ Transcript ]
Published on 9/9/2026
Defend the Block 401 - John Beilein
Listen This weekend, eight Wolverine legends enter the Michigan Athletics Hall of Honor. One of the headliners of this year's class is former Michigan men's basketball head coach John Beilein, who joins us this week on Defend the Block. Beilein reflects on this incredible honor, details some memorable moments in Ann Arbor, and shares his thoughts on the current status of the program. [ Transcript ]
Published on 9/8/2026
In the Trenches 600 - Western Michigan Recap
Listen The Wolverines escaped with a narrow victory over Western Michigan on Saturday night in Ann Arbor. Hear from Jon Jansen, Brian Boesch, Doug Karsch, and Jack Miller to begin the episode. Our postgame interviews from the Michigan locker room start around the 19:20 mark, as Jon visits with head coach Kyle Whittingham and Jason Avant chats with six players: Jordan Marshall, JJ Buchanan, Bryce Underwood, Zeke Berry, Dom Nichols, and Troy Bowles. [ Transcript ]
Published on 9/6/2026
Defend the Block 400 - Mike Boynton Jr.
Listen It was an eventful trip for Michigan men's basketball to Lithuania and Croatia, and head coach Mike Boynton Jr. sits down with Brian Boesch to recap it during this bonus episode of Defend the Block. Boynton discusses the unfortunate injury to Brandon McCoy Jr., shares his thoughts on the players who suited up in Europe, and talks about a special weekend coming up for last season's national championship team. [ Transcript ]
Published on 9/4/2026
In the Trenches 599 - Western Michigan Preview
Listen Our preview editions of In the Trenches, presented by Meijer, are back for the 2026 season. Jon Jansen gets you ready for the Wolverines' opener against Western Michigan with his keys to the game for Michigan's offense, defense, and special teams, and he finishes the episode with his locker room speech! [ Transcript ]
Published on 9/3/2026
Conqu'ring Heroes 205 - Kristi Gannon Fisher
Listen Welcome to another season of Conqu'ring Heroes, which features a new style for 2026-27. Brian Boesch will begin each episode with a quick rundown of the latest news on campus. Then, he will bring on a guest, with field hockey head coach Kristi Gannon Fisher kicking off the season. She recaps the Wolverines' 1-1 showing in North Carolina over the weekend, breaks down some of the key players on the team, and previews a three-game homestand that begins Friday at 5 p.m. against Kent State. [ Transcript ]
Published on 9/3/2026
In the Trenches 598 - Smith Snowden
Listen It's game week! Our "Seven from 77" touches on some key positions for the Wolverines, an early breakdown of Saturday's clash with Western Michigan, and a full preview of Week 1 throughout college football. Defensive back Smith Snowden stops by the show around the 46-minute mark to recap his time in Ann Arbor, break down the potential of Michigan's defense, and look ahead to his debut in the Big House. [ Transcript ]
Published on 9/2/2026
