Welcome to MGoBlue Podcasts -- the podcast home of Michigan Athletics. Here at MGoBlue Podcasts, you'll find several recurring series:
In the Trenches, Presented by Meijer: Jon Jansen offers fans an exclusive look at the Wolverines football team, including one-on-one interviews, scouting reports and much more.
Defend the Block: Brian Boesch, play-by-play voice of Michigan men's basketball, updates fans on U-M's hoops programs with in-depth interviews and game recaps.
Conqu'ring Heroes: Get the latest on Michigan Athletics and get closer to the student-athletes, coaches and stories that make this athletic department special.
Jon and Brian will livestream some podcast elements, along with special video-only content, on the Michigan Athletics YouTube channel throughout the year -- including most Tuesdays at 10:30 a.m.
MGoBlue Podcasts are produced by the Michigan Sports Network from LEARFIELD in partnership with Michigan Athletics, and they are part of the Varsity Podcast Network.
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About Jon Jansen
A first team All-America offensive tackle and Academic All-American in 1998, Jansen set Michigan's school record by starting all 50 games during his four-year playing career at right tackle. He received Michigan's Big Ten Medal of Honor in 1999 for his academic, athletic and community service accomplishments. Jansen was a two-time captain who led the Wolverines to back-to-back conference titles (1997-98) and was a leader on the 1997 national championship team. A two-time All-Big Ten first team performer, Jansen was named the 1998 Big Ten Offensive Lineman of the Year. Jansen was chosen by the Washington Redskins in the second round of the 1999 NFL Draft. He played 11 seasons in the NFL for the Redskins and Detroit Lions.
On this week's "Seven from 77," Jon and Brian break down the impacts of last week's bye, set the scene for a big month of October, and react to a wild weekend of Big Ten action. Then, at the 33:20 mark, two-time captain Rod Moore reflects on his long-awaited return to the field and discusses the Wolverines' potential for the rest of the season.
Published on 10/1/2025
With his final collegiate season quickly approaching, graduate student Will Tschetter stops by Defend the Block to reflect on last season's incredible accomplishments, detail his and the team's offseason, break down his unique academic and athletic schedule, and share the team's mindset heading into a season with high expectations.
Published on 9/30/2025
Before a huge Maize Out matchup against Michigan State this Friday night, men's soccer Head Coach Chaka Daley joins us to recap the Wolverines' 5-0-2 start, including a huge win over #1 Indiana, and preview the clash with the Spartans in Ann Arbor.
Published on 9/25/2025
On this week's "Seven from 77," Jon dissects Michigan's success along both lines in Lincoln, assesses the team's continuity without Head Coach Sherrone Moore, and reacts to the key storylines elsewhere in college football. Then, around the 36-minute mark, sophomore linebacker Cole Sullivan discusses his growth as a player and looks ahead to the bye weekend and the opportunities ahead.
Published on 9/24/2025
Our final introductory interview for Michigan men's basketball comes your way this week, as Germany native Malick Kordel details his transition from handball to basketball, breaks down the strides he has made in basketball, and shares his early thoughts on living in the United States.
Published on 9/23/2025
The Wolverines earned a great win at Nebraska in Saturday's Big Ten opener. Jon Jansen, Brian Boesch, and Doug Karsch provide their analysis of the 30-27 victory. Around the 12:45 mark, our postgame interviews begin with Jon and acting Head Coach Biff Poggi. Then, we share Jason Avant's player interviews in this order: Rayshaun Benny, Greg Crippen, Shamari Earls, TJ Guy, Jordan Marshall, and Joe Taylor.
Published on 9/20/2025
Get ready for Saturday's Big Ten opener in Lincoln with our radio network scene setter, the Keys to the Game for each Michigan unit, and Jon Jansen's weekly Locker Room Speech!
Published on 9/18/2025
Former Olympian and National Champion Brandon Loschiavo is now at Michigan as the Diving Coach for the men's and women's programs. This week on Conqu'ring Heroes, Loschiavo details his path to Ann Arbor, reflects on his approach to coaching, and shares some stories from his prestigious playing career.
Published on 9/18/2025
During this week's "Seven from 77," Jon provides a status update for Michigan's offense and defense, shares his thoughts on the Wolverines' operations without Head Coach Sherrone Moore, and offers his initial perspective on Nebraska. Then, around the 38-minute mark, Jon sits down with defensive back Brandyn Hillman, who discusses his "Hitman" nickname, his play this season, and the opportunity ahead in Lincoln.
Published on 9/17/2025
Men's basketball Assistant Coach and General Manager Kyle Church discusses the process of building this year's non-conference schedule and breaks down the status of the Wolverines' roster during a wide-ranging conversation here on Defend the Block!
Published on 9/16/2025
We're jam-packed with postgame analysis and interviews after the Wolverines' thorough victory over Central Michigan on Saturday. Jon Jansen, Brian Boesch, Doug Karsch, and Jack Miller react to the 63-3 win. Then, around the 23-minute mark, our postgame interviews get going, as Jon visits with acting head coach Biff Poggi, and Jason Avant catches up with six players -- Jordan Marshall, Donaven McCulley, Marlin Klein, Bryce Underwood, Andrew Marsh and Elijah Dotson.
Published on 9/13/2025
The Wolverines are back at the Big House on Saturday afternoon! Gear up for the matchup against Central Michigan with our radio network scene setter, the Keys to the Game, and Jon's Locker Room Speech.
Published on 9/11/2025
Michigan Volleyball has begun the season 6-0, so Jon catches up with third-year head coach Erin Virtue this week on Conqu'ring Heroes. Virtue discusses the process of rebuilding the program, some of the key players on this year's team, and the challenging schedule ahead.
Published on 9/11/2025
On this week's "Seven from 77," Jon shares some potential lessons from Saturday's loss at Oklahoma, begins his analysis on this weekend's matchup with Central Michigan, and reacts to the other happenings in college football. Then, around the 33-minute mark. defensive lineman Tré Williams looks back on the trip to Norman and looks ahead to another opportunity at the Big House against CMU.
Published on 9/10/2025
Illinois transfer Morez Johnson Jr. is our guest this week on Defend the Block. The sophomore forward reflects on his gold medal experience with Team USA in the FIBA U19 World Cup, details his decision to transfer to Michigan, and shares his early thoughts on the Wolverines for the upcoming season.
Published on 9/9/2025
The Wolverines' second-half rally fell short in a 24-13 loss at Oklahoma on Saturday night. Jon, Brian, Doug, and Jack share their thoughts on the road defeat. Then, we begin our postgame interviews around the 16:45 mark. Jon talked with Head Coach Sherrone Moore, and Jason caught up with four Wolverines - Max Bredeson, Semaj Morgan, Zack Marshall, and Zeke Berry.
Published on 9/7/2025
One of the marquee games of the season in college football comes your way Saturday in Norman! Jon Jansen prepares you for the Wolverines' matchup against Oklahoma with his Keys to the Game and a spirited Locker Room Speech.
Published on 9/4/2025
Jon catches up with women's golf Head Coach Jan Dowling during a busy week for the Wolverines! After reflecting on her first 12 seasons leading the program and sharing some thoughts on this season's team, Dowling details the rare opportunity to host an event at the University of Michigan Golf Course. The Wolverine Invitational takes place this Sunday and Monday (September 7-8) in Ann Arbor.
Published on 9/4/2025
On this week's "Seven from 77," Jon and Brian put a bow on the win over New Mexico, begin the preview for Saturday's clash with Oklahoma, and react to a busy Week 1 in college football. Then, around the 36-minute mark, captain Marlin Klein joins the show to reflect on a special season opener for him and his family and look ahead to the trip to Norman.
Published on 9/3/2025
DESCRIPTION: Brian visits with two men's basketball freshmen this week. First up, Oscar Goodman discusses his international experience this summer with New Zealand, the impact of enrolling back in January, and his impressions of this season's team. Then, around the 14:30 mark, Ricky Liburd details his whirlwind recruiting process, talks about his acclimation process to college basketball, and shares his areas of focus on the court.
Published on 9/2/2025
The Wolverines returned to the Big House in style with a 34-17 victory over New Mexico. Jon Jansen, Brian Boesch, Doug Karsch, and Jack Miller dissect some of the key storylines from Saturday's game before we begin our postgame interviews around the 24:20 mark. Jon Jansen sits down with Head Coach Sherrone Moore, and Jason Avant catches up with five players - Justice Haynes, Marlin Klein, Cole Sullivan, Brandyn Hillman, and TJ Metcalf.
Published on 8/31/2025
With the season opener just two days away, Jon Jansen returns with his game preview episode of In the Trenches, presented by Meijer. Following the radio network scene setter for the game, Jon shares his Keys to the Game for the Wolverines' offense, defense, and special teams. Then, he wraps up the preview episode with his Locker Room Speech as we approach Michigan's clash against New Mexico on Saturday night!
Published on 8/28/2025
Welcome to the 2025-26 season premiere of Conqu'ring Heroes, where we cover all things Michigan Athletics. Fittingly, this season's first guest is the leader of Michigan Athletics, Warde Manuel, the Donald R. Shepherd Director of Athletics. Manuel covers a variety of topics, including two new head coach hires, the department's budget situation, a potential football game in Germany, the 2025 Hall of Honor class, and Saturday's football opener.
Published on 8/28/2025
The opener is just a few days away! Jon and Brian react to Bryce Underwood earning the starting quarterback job, discuss some other depth chart updates from Head Coach Sherrone Moore, and break down the Week 1 slate in college football. Then, two-time captain Max Bredeson stops by around the 34-minute mark to reflect on the honor of being a Michigan captain again, talk about the team's offseason work, and look ahead to Saturday's matchup with New Mexico.
Published on 8/27/2025
