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.
- Conqu'ring Heroes 212 - Jayden PerronListen
Brian recaps a busy week around campus, including details on the hockey team's sweep at Denver, a resilient win for volleyball at Illinois, and a contract extension for baseball's Tracy Smith. Then, we dig deeper into the top-ranked Michigan hockey team with Jayden Perron, who reacts to the successful weekend trip, breaks down his high-scoring start to the season, and looks ahead to Friday's matchup with Western Michigan.
Published on 10/22/2026
- In the Trenches 617 - Chris BracyListen
On this week's "Seven from 77," Jon shares his thoughts on the Wolverines' quarterback situation following the victory over Penn State, provides his initial analysis on the Indiana Hoosiers, and breaks down a wild week of college football. Then, the reigning Big Ten Defensive Player of the Week -- Michigan defensive back Chris Bracy -- sat down with Jon Jansen around the 31-minute mark to detail some of his important plays from the win over Penn State and discuss the defense's keys to success so far this season. [ Transcript ]
Published on 10/21/2026
- Defend the Block 409 - Dallas Loughridge & Kenny NolandListen
We visit with two new members of the Michigan Basketball family this week on Defend the Block. Dallas Loughridge from the women's basketball program begins the show by detailing her journey to Ann Arbor, breaking down her game, and sharing her early impressions of the team. Then, Kenny Noland from the men's basketball program stops by around the 14-minute mark to discuss his fit on the roster and reflect on the unique circumstances around his eligibility. [ Transcript ]
Published on 10/20/2026
- In the Trenches 616 - Penn State RecapListen
The Wolverines bounced back with a big victory over Penn State on Saturday at Michigan Stadium. The radio crew provides some instant analysis on the 21-18 win. Then, we head into the Michigan locker room around the 18-minute mark for interviews with Head Coach Kyle Whittingham and five players: Tommy Carr, Savion Hiter, Bryson Kuzdzal, Blake Frazier, and John Henry Daley. [ Transcript ]
Published on 10/17/2026
- Defend the Block 408 - Oregon State RecapListen
Brian Boesch shares his thoughts on the Wolverines' exhibition win on Friday and Justin Joyner's return to Ann Arbor. Then, we begin our postgame interviews around the nine-minute mark, as head coach Mike Boynton Jr. and three players (Kenny Noland, J.P. Estrella, and Quinn Costello) react to the victory. [ Transcript ]
Published on 10/16/2026
- In the Trenches 615 - Penn State PreviewListen
The long wait for the Wolverines' next game is almost over! Michigan meets Penn State on Saturday at the Big House, and Jon Jansen gets you ready for the action with his Keys to the Game for all three phases, along with his Locker Room Speech. [ Transcript ]
Published on 10/15/2026
- Conqu'ring Heroes 211 - Sean BormetListen
Brian recaps a busy week around campus, including some key victories for ice hockey, field hockey, volleyball, and women's soccer. Then, wrestling Head Coach Sean Bormet stops by to preview the upcoming season, break down his talented freshman class, and discuss the challenges of the Wolverines' non-conference schedule. [ Transcript ]
Published on 10/15/2026
- In the Trenches 614 - Savion HiterListen
Jon Jansen details some potential offensive improvements coming off the bye week, shares his early thoughts on the Penn State matchup this weekend, and reacts to the latest in the Big Ten and the Top 25. Then, running back Savion Hiter joins us for the final stretch of the episode to discuss his first five collegiate games, the lessons he has learned from those around him, and the opportunity ahead against the Nittany Lions. [ Transcript ]
Published on 10/14/2026
- Defend the Block 407 - Te'Yala Delfosse & KT HarrellListen
We begin the show with women's basketball junior Te'Yala Delfosse, who reflects on her first two years in the maize and blue, details the team's work this offseason, and looks ahead to an exciting schedule, including the opener against UConn. Then, new men's basketball assistant coach KT Harrell stops by around the 15-minute mark to discuss his journey to his promotion this offseason, some takeaways from the Wolverines' exhibition opener, and the matchup with Oregon State on Friday night. [ Transcript ]
Published on 10/13/2026
- Defend the Block 406 - Eastern Michigan RecapListen
The Wolverines posted a wire-to-wire win over Eastern Michigan on Sunday afternoon. Brian Boesch recaps Michigan's first exhibition before Terry Mills provides his perspective. Our postgame interviews begin around the 8:30 mark, as Brian visits with Head Coach Mike Boynton Jr. and three players - Joseph Hartman, Jalen Reed, and Moustapha Thiam. [ Transcript ]
Published on 10/11/2026
- Conqu'ring Heroes 210 - Andrea JoyceListen
In this week's Michigan Athletics update, we hear from head coach Brandon Naurato after a season-opening sweep for Michigan Hockey and senior Lilley Bosley after her game-winning goal for Michigan women's soccer at Indiana. Then, we preview next week's Women in Sports: Elevate HER Summit with emcee Andrea Joyce. Joyce discusses her excitement for being involved with such a meaningful event, reflects on the impact that attending Michigan had on her career, and shares some great stories from her Hall of Fame sportscasting career. The Women in Sports: Elevate HER Summit is next Thursday, October 15, at Crisler Center, and it will bring together high-profile, powerful women in the sports industry for an intentional evening of storytelling, leadership development, and networking. Learn more at MGoBlue.com/Tickets. [ Transcript ]
Published on 10/8/2026
- In the Trenches 613 - Nathaniel StaehlingListen
During this week's "Seven from 77," Jon breaks down where the Wolverines stand after a tough stretch, shares some key objectives over the bye week, and reacts to the latest around college football. Then, linebacker Nathaniel Staehling stops by the show around the 34-minute mark, as he reflects on playing in his home state of Minnesota over the weekend, details his pick-six against the Gophers, breaks down his areas of focus during the off weekend, and shares his passion of fishing with Jon Jansen. [ Transcript ]
Published on 10/7/2026
- Defend the Block 405 - Olivia Olson & Kyle ChurchListen
Once again this week, we have a guest from both Michigan basketball programs. At the beginning of the episode, women's basketball star Olivia Olson discusses her work this offseason, the other key players in the program, and the excitement for the upcoming campaign. Then, men's basketball assistant Kyle Church stops by around the 14:30 mark to detail a wild summer for the program, share his thoughts on the team's practices so far, and break down the Wolverines' non-conference schedule. [ Transcript ]
Published on 10/6/2026
- In the Trenches 612 - Minnesota RecapListen
The Wolverines struggled in the second half and lost at Minnesota on Saturday. Jon Jansen, Brian Boesch, and Doug Karsch share their initial thoughts on the 20-14 loss. Then, we hear from the Michigan locker room at the 11-minute mark, as Jon interviews Head Coach Kyle Whittingham and Jason Avant visits with four players: Jordan Marshall, Jake Guarnera, Troy Bowles, and Nathaniel Staehling. [ Transcript ]
Published on 10/3/2026
- In the Trenches 611 - Minnesota PreviewListen
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 DiIanniListen
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 MoaListen
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 CosbyListen
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 RecapListen
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 PreviewListen
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 VirtueListen
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 BoneyListen
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 MøllerListen
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 RecapListen
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
