MGoBlue Podcasts with Jon Jansen

Michigan Men's Gymnastics won another Big Ten Championship last weekend, so Jon sits down with sophomore Landen Blixt, who earned the Big Ten floor exercise title, on this week's episode of Conqu'ring Heroes. Blixt reflects on his evolution from last season to this season, details the team's championship performance last week, and previews the NCAA Championships from April 19-20 in Columbus.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

On this week's "Seven from 77," Jon shares his latest observations from spring ball and dissects the Wolverines' defensive prospects in the upcoming NFL Draft. Then, transfer offensive lineman Josh Priebe joins us around the 36-minute mark to discuss his journey to Ann Arbor, his style of play, and the Spring Game.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Brian visits with Ken LaVicka, the play-by-play voice of Florida Atlantic men's basketball and football, on this week's edition of Defend the Block. LaVicka reflects on Dusty May's work building the FAU program and discusses why May experienced the success he did in Boca Raton.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

On this week's "Seven from 77," Jon reacts to the hiring of Lou Esposito as Defensive Line Coach, updates fans on the latest around spring ball, and discusses some potential fits for the former Michigan offensive players in this month's NFL Draft. Then, senior edge rusher Josaiah Stewart stops by around the 40-minute mark to reminisce about the final play of the Rose Bowl and discuss the team's work so far this offseason.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

We are coming to you early this week, as Crisler Center will host an NCAA Regional in women's gymnastics from Wednesday through Saturday. Therefore, Jon visits with Michigan Head Coach Bev Plocki to recap her program's 2023-24 season and preview the nine-team event, which starts for the Wolverines on Thursday at 1 p.m. here in Ann Arbor. Full details on this week's NCAA Regional are available here.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

This week, Jon Jansen visits with Ronni Bernstein, the Head Coach of the second-ranked Michigan Women's Tennis team. Coach Bernstein breaks down some of the many stars on her 16-3 squad before looking ahead to the challenging stretch run, including a pair of home matches this weekend in Ann Arbor. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Fresh off Tuesday's introductory press conference for new Head Coach Dusty May, Dylan Burkhardt of UMHoops.com stops by the show to discuss Coach May's fit in Ann Arbor and the next steps for the program. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

On this week's "Seven from 77," Jon shares his latest observations from spring ball, reacts to Head Coach Sherrone Moore's recent press conference, and details some of the important takeaways from Michigan's Pro Day. Then, senior running back Donovan Edwards joins us around the 26-minute mark to discuss his evolution since arriving on campus and the mindset around the program this offseason.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

On Tuesday afternoon, Michigan Athletics held an introductory press conference to welcome Dusty May as its new Men’s Basketball Head Coach. Brian Boesch sat down with Coach May to discuss his journey to Ann Arbor, the process of taking over this program, the importance of relationship building, and much more.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Cassie Churnside, the second-year Head Coach of Michigan Water Polo, stops by to recap her program's start to the season and preview a busy weekend ahead, as the Wolverines compete in four games over two days during the "Michigan Invitational."See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Spring Ball is here! Jon and Brian discuss the early returns from Spring Ball, Friday's Pro Day storylines, and the recent College Football Playoff decisions in this week's "Seven from 77." Then, new Linebackers Coach and Defensive Run Game Coordinator Brian Jean-Mary stops by around the 40-minute mark to detail his return to Ann Arbor and share his early thoughts on the linebackers in the program.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Our final basketball radio show of the 2023-24 season took place on Monday night at the Pretzel Bell in downtown Ann Arbor! We talked women's basketball with Head Coach Kim Barnes Arico and graduate student Lauren Hansen, as the Wolverines earned a spot in the NCAA Tournament for a sixth consecutive event.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

The Wolverines' season came to an end on Wednesday night in the first round of the Big Ten Tournament. Brian and Terry recap both the loss to Penn State and the 8-24 season. Our postgame interviews begin around the 12-minute mark, as we hear from senior Terrance Williams II, sophomore Tarris Reed, Jr., and Head Coach Juwan Howard.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Jon checks in with first-year men's tennis Head Coach Sean Maymi on this week's episode of Conqu'ring Heroes. Maymi reacts to the program's challenging non-conference portion of their schedule and looks ahead to the Big Ten slate, including this Sunday's home match against Ohio State. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Jon shares his thoughts on the new-look defensive coaching staff under Head Coach Sherrone Moore in this week's "Seven from 77." Then, Jon visits with Defensive Coordinator Don "Wink" Martindale around the 23:30 mark to discuss his return to the college ranks, offer up his early impressions of the players on his defense, and tell a few fun stories.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

We had a loaded final episode of "Inside Michigan Hockey" on Tuesday night. Al Randall visited with Head Coach Brandon Naurato, junior Ethan Edwards, and freshman Nick Moldenhauer to review last weekend's sweep of Notre Dame at Yost and look ahead to Saturday's Big Ten Tournament semifinal at Minnesota.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

We kicked off a jam-packed show by visiting with the legendary Carol Hutchins, who discussed her post-coaching life and previewed the 15th annual Michigan Softball Academy. Then, Brian and Terry visited with Ariel Atkins, who is the new assistant coach for player development for Michigan women's basketball, around the 17-minute mark. We wrapped up the show by visiting with men's basketball assistant coach Saddi Washington, with that conversation starting around the 32-minute mark.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

The Wolverines dropped their final game of the regular season to red-hot Nebraska on Sunday afternoon. Brian Boesch and Terry Mills recap the 85-70 loss before visiting with Head Coach Juwan Howard around the 12-minute mark.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

This week, Jon visits with Beau Pederson, one of the stars of the men's lacrosse program and the son and grandson of former Michigan Football players. Pederson discusses his family's ties to the University of Michigan, the decision to come to Ann Arbor for his final season of eligibility, and the team's performance so far this year.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Jon and Brian react to the performances by former Wolverines in the NFL Scouting Combine and some of the reports surrounding the College Football Playoff model in this week’s “Seven from 77.” Then, Jon visits with Justin Tress, the Wolverines’ new Director of Strength and Conditioning, around the 23-minute mark to discuss his transition into the elevated role and some early observations from the team’s work this offseason.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

With the Big Ten Tournament starting this weekend, the Voice of Michigan Hockey Al Randall visits with Head Coach Brandon Naurato and forwards Mark Estapa and T.J. Hughes on this week's radio show! See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

We had both Head Coaches on Monday's edition of the "Inside Michigan Basketball" radio show. Brian and Terry welcomed in Juwan Howard at the beginning of the show. Then, Kim Barnes Arico joined the program around the 27-minute mark.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Ohio State surged past the Wolverines in the second half for an 84-61 victory on Sunday afternoon. Hear from Brian Boesch, Terry Mills, and Head Coach Juwan Howard on this postgame edition of Defend the Block.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

The Wolverines never led in a Thursday night loss at Rutgers. Brian Boesch, Terry Mills, and Head Coach Juwan Howard react to the 82-52 decision on this postgame edition of Defend the Block.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Jon visits with two Michigan Track & Field stars on this week's Conqu'ring Heroes. The episode begins with senior Aasia Laurencin, who finished first place in the 60-meter hurdles last week at the Big Ten Indoor Championships. Then, graduate student Tom Brady, who earned a pair of third-place finishes last weekend, visits with Jon around the 11-minute mark.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

With the 30-day transfer portal closed following the head coaching change, and as spring football approaches, Jon and Brian go position-by-position to preview the Wolverines' 2024 roster and detail some of the most compelling storylines around the program.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Fresh off last weekend's big sweep of Notre Dame, we had a great episode of Inside Michigan Hockey on Tuesday night. Fred Pletsch visited with Associate Head Coach Rob Rassey to begin the program. Then, Minnesota natives Jackson Hallum and Josh Eernisse stopped by around the 22-minute mark to look ahead to the final regular season series in Minneapolis against the Gophers.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

We had a fun radio show at the Pretzel Bell on Monday night. Michigan men's basketball redshirt sophomore Will Tschetter kicked off the program with Brian and Terry. Then, women's basketball Head Coach Kim Barnes Arico joined us around the 28-minute mark.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

The Wolverines' rally fell short on Sunday against third-ranked Purdue. Brian reacts to the loss before visiting with the national champ Terry Mills (12:30) and Head Coach Juwan Howard (20:00). See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

The short-handed Wolverines fought hard in a loss at Northwestern on Thursday night in Evanston. Brian and Terry break down the game before Head Coach Juwan Howard stops by around the 10-minute mark.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Jon Jansen sits down with Jake Stocker, Director of Game Presentation and Fan Experience with Michigan Athletics, to discuss what goes into the preparation for a game at the Big House before detailing the process of planning and executing last month's championship parade in Ann Arbor.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

We had a jam-packed episode of "Inside Michigan Hockey" on Tuesday night from the Pretzel Bell in downtown Ann Arbor, as the Wolverines gear up for their final regular season home series this weekend against Notre Dame. Head Coach Brandon Naurato joined Fred Pletsch at the beginning of the show. Then, Brendan Miles and Luca Fantilli were our player guests around the 26-minute mark. We wrapped things up with former Wolverine great Adam Fantilli joining over the phone.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Jon and Brian discuss the latest happenings around Schembechler Hall, the upcoming NFL Scouting Combine, and the potential of the tight end group for 2024 during this week's "Seven from 77." Then, new Tight Ends Coach Steve Casula visits with Jon around the 33-minute mark, as he details his journey back to Ann Arbor and shares his early impressions on the Wolverines' current tight ends.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

On Monday's basketball radio show, Brian and Terry visited with women's basketball assistant coach Jillian Dunston at the beginning of the program. Then, around the 23-minute mark, men's basketball associate head coach Phil Martelli joined the show. We hope to see you next Monday, February 26, for the next live edition of the show from the Pretzel Bell in downtown Ann Arbor!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

The Wolverines couldn't close out their rivals from East Lansing on Saturday night at Crisler Center. Brian Boesch and Terry Mills break down the 73-63 loss to Michigan State, and Head Coach Juwan Howard joins us around the 14-minute mark to share his postgame thoughts.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

With the start of the baseball season upon us, Jon visits with Tracy Smith, the second-year Head Coach of Michigan Baseball, on this week's episode of Conqu'ring Heroes. Coach Smith previews the team's new-look roster and challenging schedule in advance of Friday's season opener against Western Michigan out in Arizona.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Jon and Brian discuss Michigan's recent staff changes and 2024 recruiting class, along with Sunday's thrilling Super Bowl, on this week's "Seven from 77." Then, new Offensive Line Coach Grant Newsome sits down with Jon around the 29-minute mark to reflect on his coaching journey to this point and share some thoughts on his new position group at this stage of the offseason. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

The Wolverines couldn't slow down Terrence Shannon, Jr., and the Fighting Illini on Tuesday night. Brian Boesch and Terry Mills react to the 97-68 loss before we share an interview with Head Coach Juwan Howard around the 7-minute mark.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

The Wolverines fell behind by as many as 30 points in a blowout loss at Nebraska on Saturday night. Brian shares his thoughts on a tough night, and then we hear from radio analyst Terry Mills (6:00) and Head Coach Juwan Howard (8:30).See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

With the women's lacrosse team's season opener set for Saturday at Jacksonville University, Jon Jansen sits down with seventh-year Head Coach Hannah Nielsen to break down the Wolverines' busy offseason and talented roster. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

The Wolverines put together a team effort to knock off 11th-ranked Wisconsin on Wednesday night at Crisler Center. Brian reacts to the big win before visiting with his broadcast partner Terry Mills (7:30), redshirt sophomore Will Tschetter (14:00), and Head Coach Juwan Howard (19:00). The episode concludes with a full highlight recap from radio network studio host Rob Joyce.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Jon and Brian react to Sherrone Moore’s staff announcements and the NFL-bound Wolverines’ performances in the Senior Bowl and Shrine Bowl during this week’s “Seven from 77.” Then, Jon visits with Kirk Campbell, the Wolverines' new Offensive Coordinator, around the 20-minute mark. Campbell discusses his journey to this point of his career, the current complexion of Michigan's quarterback room, and his plans from now until spring ball.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

With plenty of action at Crisler Center coming up this week for Michigan Basketball, we kicked things off with another basketball radio show from the Pretzel Bell. Women's basketball assistant coach Harry Rafferty was our guest at the beginning of the program. Then, men's basketball Head Coach Juwan Howard joined us around the 26-minute mark.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Once again, the Wolverines couldn't protect a halftime lead and lost 69-59 to Rutgers on Saturday at Crisler Center. The episode begins with Brian and Terry providing their analysis. Then, Head Coach Juwan Howard stops by, and we hear how this game unfolded with a full highlight recap.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Both head coaches joined Brian and Terry on Thursday's basketball radio show, live from the Pretzel Bell in downtown Ann Arbor. We kicked off the show with Kim Barnes Arico, and Juwan Howard joined us around the 28-minute mark.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

We have two guests on this week's episode of Conqu'ring Heroes! First, redshirt junior Jaden Bullock of Michigan Wrestling discusses his strong season to this point, Friday's home finale against Iowa, and the importance of Black History Month to him. Then, Katie Bores, Director - Market Communications and Advertising with Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan, stops by around the 11-minute mark to discuss Blue Cross' work with Michigan Athletics and the upcoming National Girls and Women in Sports Day celebrations on campus.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Jon and Brian break down the promotion of Justin Tress to Director of Strength and Conditioning, outline some of the important assignments in the coming weeks for Head Coach Sherrone Moore, and react to the conference championship games in the NFL on the latest episode of In the Trenches, presented by Meijer.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

The Wolverines' struggles continued on Tuesday night in East Lansing. Brian Boesch and Terry Mills share their observations from Michigan's 81-62 loss at Michigan State, and then we hear from Head Coach Juwan Howard around the 8-minute mark.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

The Hawkeyes pulled away in the second half for an 88-78 win over Michigan on Saturday night at Crisler Center. Brian and Terry react to the Wolverines' loss before welcoming in Head Coach Juwan Howard for his thoughts.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Jon Jansen sits down with Sherrone Moore, the new Head Coach of Michigan Football, off the top of this special episode of In the Trenches, presented by Meijer. Then, Jon welcomes in Brian Boesch and Doug Karsch to discuss some takeaways from Coach Moore's hiring and introductory press conference.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.