MGoBlue Podcasts with Jon Jansen

Michigan Athletics' Hall of Honor induction ceremony is coming up on November 3, and we will hear from each member of the 2023 class over the next few weeks on Conqu'ring Heroes. We begin with swimming star Peter Vanderkaay, who starts by reflecting on his outstanding Michigan career, which included three Big Ten Swimmer of the Year awards (1:30). Then, Vanderkaay details his three trips to the Olympics, which netted him two gold medals and two bronze medals (6:30). Our second guest this week is former five-time men's gymnastics All-American Justin Toman, who remembers his incredible career at Michigan - including the 1999 National Championship run (17:30). He also discusses his love of the University of Michigan and the Ann Arbor community (23:30).See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

On a wide-ranging "Seven from 77" at the beginning of this week's episode, Jon puts the finishing touches on his analysis from Saturday’s dominant victory in East Lansing, breaks down J.J. McCarthy's current Heisman candidacy, and reacts to the Ohio State-Penn State game and other key storylines in college football. Then, senior edge rusher Braiden McGregor joins us around the 33-minute mark. After providing on update on his newest tattoo, McGregor discusses his bye week plans, the defense's work through eight games, and some areas of improvement heading into the Wolverines’ stretch run.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Al Randall visited with sophomore Kienan Draper, freshman Josh Orrico, equipment manager Jalen Stone, and 1999-2000 Michigan captain Sean Peach on this week's episode of the "Inside Michigan Hockey" Radio Show, which aired live from the Pretzel Bell in downtown Ann Arbor on Tuesday night!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Michigan men's basketball held its local Media Day last week, and Brian Boesch caught up with most of the Wolverines to discuss their work this offseason and ask some random questions. In order, Brian visited with Will Tschetter, Jackson Selvala, Tray Jackson, Cooper Smith, Jace Howard, Tarris Reed, Jr., Harrison Hochberg, Nimari Burnett, and Olivier Nkamhoua. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

At the beginning of Monday night's radio show, Jon Jansen caught up with Head Coach Jim Harbaugh, who recapped Saturday's win at Michigan State and looked ahead to "Improvement Week" for the program. Then, Jon visited with a pair of talented tight ends - AJ Barner and Colston Loveland - at the 19:00 mark. The show concluded with two key members of the Wolverines' defense - Mike Barrett and Junior Colson - at the 32:00 mark.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

On Saturday in East Lansing, the Wolverines earned their most lopsided road win in their series with Michigan State. Jon Jansen, Brian Boesch, Doug Karsch, and Jack Miller break down Saturday's 49-0 victory before we get into some postgame interviews, starting with Head Coach Jim Harbaugh--and featuring a mid-interview cameo from Mike Sainristil (26:00). Then, Jason Avant visits with AJ Barner (31:45), Colston Loveland (32:45), Roman Wilson (35:00) from the Michigan offense. On the defensive side, he brings you a dual interview with Kris Jenkins and Jaylen Harrell (38:00) before wrapping up with Cam Goode (41:00) and Ja'Den McBurrows (42:30).See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Gear up for Saturday's rivalry matchup with Michigan State by listening to our radio network scene setter, learning about the Keys to the Game, and getting fired up by Jon's weekly 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.

The Michigan Wrestling season is quickly approaching, and Jon Jansen previews the program's 102nd season with Head Coach Sean Bormet, who is entering his sixth season at the helm. Bormet breaks down the complexion of his talented roster (1:00), looks ahead to the final preseason preparation (7:30), and previews the challenging schedule ahead (12:00).See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Jon sets the tone for the rivalry matchup this weekend in East Lansing (6:00) and reacts to the biggest storylines in each of the Power 5 conferences (14:00) during this week's "Seven from 77." Then, Jon visits with tight end AJ Barner, who reflects on his transition from Indiana to Michigan (36:00) and shares his thoughts on this weekend's game and the opportunities ahead for the rest of the season (41:00).See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Michigan Hockey opens Big Ten play at Yost this Friday and Saturday when Ohio State invades Ann Arbor. Al Randall previews the series with Associate Head Coach Rob Rassey and freshmen Garrett Schifsky and Tanner Rowe. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

With the season quickly approaching, Brian catches up with Michigan Women's Basketball Head Coach Kim Barnes Arico on this week's edition of Defend the Block. Coach Arico recaps her busy summer (4:00), previews the upcoming season (8:30), and introduces some of the newest members of the program (22:00). 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 radio show, which aired on Monday from 7-8 p.m. along the Michigan Sports Network from LEARFIELD, Jon Jansen recapped the win over Indiana and looked ahead to the "State Championship" game in East Lansing this weekend with Head Coach Jim Harbaugh (1:30), Running Backs Coach/Run Game Coordinator Mike Hart (25:30), and senior running back Blake Corum (35:30). See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Jon Jansen, Brian Boesch, Doug Karsch, and Jack Miller react to the Wolverines' 52-7 victory over Indiana on a rainy Saturday in Ann Arbor. Then, Jon sits down with Head Coach Jim Harbaugh (20:00) before Jason Avant visits with safety Rod Moore (25:30), linebacker Ernest Hausmann (27:00), quarterback J.J. McCarthy (29:00), wide receivers Semaj Morgan (31:00) and Tyler Morris (33:30), and running back Donovan Edwards (35:30).See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

The Wolverines are back at the Big House on Saturday afternoon, and Jon Jansen makes sure you're ready to roll with his Keys to the Game and Locker Room Speech for the matchup against Indiana.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Brian Boesch subs in for Jon Jansen this week and chats with a pair of Michigan field hockey stars. First, goalkeeper Caylie McMahon reflects on her incredible journey to Michigan (1:30) and recaps the season to this point for the team (6:30). Then, captain Rosie Hope remembers how she met McMahon (13:30) and looks ahead to the stretch run for the Wolverines (17:00), who have huge home games this weekend against Maryland (Friday, 4 p.m.) and Penn State (Sunday, 1 p.m.).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 assess the Wolverines at the midway point of the regular season (4:00) and react to some of the biggest stories in the Big Ten and Top 25 (17:30) during this week's "Seven from 77." Then, sophomore defensive lineman Mason Graham sits down with Jon at around the 36:00 mark to discuss his evolution as a player, his two-game absence, and some areas of potential improvement for the defense.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Michigan Hockey kicked off the regular season with a weekend split against Providence. Al Randall recaps the weekend and looks ahead to this weekend's road trip to UMass with Assistant Coach Matt Deschamps, sophomore Josh Eernisse, and grad transfer Chase Pletzke.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

With the regular season just four weeks away, Brian sits down with Dylan Burkhardt of UMHoops.com. Burkhardt shares some of his overall thoughts on the team (4:00), breaks down a few of the Wolverines' key players (9:00), and offers up some potential ranges of outcomes for Michigan and the rest of the Big Ten (22:00).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 radio show, Jon recaps the victorious trip to Minnesota and previews Saturday's home clash against Indiana with Head Coach Jim Harbaugh (3:00), Wide Receivers Coach Ron Bellamy (27:00), and senior wide receiver Cornelius Johnson (38:00). See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

The Little Brown Jug will remain in Ann Arbor! Michigan surged past Minnesota for a 52-10 victory on Saturday night, and Jon, Brian, Doug, and Jack break it down to start this episode of In the Trenches, presented by Meijer. Then, we hear from Head Coach Jim Harbaugh (20:00), defensive lineman Mason Graham (24:00), defensive backs Will Johnson (25:00) and Mike Sainristil (26:30), linebacker Mike Barrett (28:30), and offensive lineman LaDarius Henderson (31:00). See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

The Wolverines hit the road again this week for a primetime matchup at Minnesota, and Jon Jansen gets you ready for the action with his Keys to the Game and weekly 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.

We're talking Michigan men's soccer with Head Coach Chaka Daley on this week's edition of Conqu'ring Heroes! Coach Daley shares his thoughts on the first 10 matches of the season (1:30) and looks ahead to a pair of rivalry matchups on Friday at Ohio State and Tuesday at home against Michigan State (16:00). See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Jon breaks down his film review from an outstanding performance by the Wolverines in Lincoln (5:00) and shares his thoughts on the rest of the Big Ten and the Top 25 (15:00) in this week's "Seven from 77." Then, running back Kalel Mullings details his evolution as a player since joining the program (29:00), talks about his style of running (31:30), and discusses some potential areas of improvement for the team (36:00).See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

New this year on MGoBlue Podcasts - the Radio Replays of the "Inside Michigan Hockey" radio show, which airs live at the Pretzel Bell in downtown Ann Arbor most weeks during the hockey season. On the season premiere, Al Randall chats with Head Coach Brandon Naurato, sophomores Seamus Casey and Luca Fantilli, and former Wolverine captain Nolan De Jong. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Michigan men's basketball assistant coach Howard Eisley is our guest on this week's episode! After discussing Head Coach Juwan Howard's absence from the team at the beginning of the conversation, Eisley shares his thoughts on the team at this stage of the offseason (8:00) and discusses the paths of Kobe Bufkin and Jett Howard from Ann Arbor to the NBA (20:00). 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 edition of the "Inside Michigan Football" Radio Show, which airs Mondays from 7-8 p.m. during the season, Jon Jansen chats with Head Coach Jim Harbaugh (3:00), Defensive Line Coach Mike Elston (30:00), and defensive lineman Kenneth Grant (41:00). See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

The Wolverines' first road trip of 2023 was a resounding success, as Michigan blasted Nebraska 45-7 on Saturday in Lincoln. Jon, Brian, Doug, and Jack provide immediate analysis to the great team victory before Jon sits down with Head Coach Jim Harbaugh (24:00). Then, Jason Avant interviews some of the stars of the game: offensive linemen LaDarius Henderson (30:00) and Karsen Barnhart (31:00), running backs Kalel Mullings (32:30) and Donovan Edwards (34:00), quarterback J.J. McCarthy (36:00), and edge rushers Braiden McGregor (37:30) and Jaylen Harrell (39:30). See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

The Wolverines are finishing preparations for their first road game of the season on Saturday at Nebraska, and we're getting you ready for the matchup with our radio network scene setter, the 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.

Hockey season is almost upon us, so Jon welcomes Head Coach Brandon Naurato to Conqu'ring Heroes. Naurato reflects on his journey to earning the full-time Head Coaching position (2:00), breaks down many of the key players for the upcoming season (8:00), and discusses the high expectations for the 2023-24 Wolverines (15:00).See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Jon shares some of his observations after studying the film from Michigan's win over Rutgers (4:30) and reacts to a wild Week 4 in the Big Ten and the Top 25 (13:30). Then, he visits with fellow two-time captain Mike Sainristil. Sainristil reflects on the opportunity to be a captain again in 2023 (34:30), breaks down his pick-six and the victory over the Scarlet Knights (36:30), and discusses the opportunity to play at Nebraska this weekend (42:00).See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Last month, Michigan Athletics and Peloton announced an exciting new partnership, and a former Wolverine basketball player was a key part of its creation. Hayes Grooms, Vice President of Global Talent and Instructor Strategy at Peloton, shares more details on this partnership (5:30), remembers his playing days with Michigan Basketball (13:30), and reflects on how his time in Ann Arbor shaped his career (17:30).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 edition of the "Inside Michigan Football" Radio Show, Jon visited with Head Coach Jim Harbaugh (2:00), Tight Ends Coach Grant Newsome (30:00), and sophomore tight end Colston Loveland (40:00), as they recapped the win over Rutgers and looked ahead to the first road trip of the season this weekend at Nebraska.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

The Wolverines kicked off Big Ten play with a 31-7 win over Rutgers on Saturday afternoon. Jon and Brian share their initial thoughts before we hear from Doug Karsch (11:00) and Jack Miller (16:30). Then, we share postgame interviews with Head Coach Jim Harbaugh (22:30), defensive back Will Johnson (28:00), linebacker Junior Colson (28:00), running back Blake Corum (32:30), wide receiver Roman Wilson (35:00), tight end Colston Loveland (37:00), and wide receiver Semaj Morgan (39:00). See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Big Ten play begins on Saturday afternoon at the Big House, and Jon Jansen gets you ready for the matchup with Rutgers by breaking down his Keys to the Game and delivering another 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.

Two key members of Michigan Volleyball join us this week to review the team's performance so far this season and look ahead to Friday's Big Ten opener against rival Michigan State at Crisler Center. Ann Arbor native Kendall Murray is our first guest, and then junior Jacque Boney stops by at the 9:00 mark.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 put a bow on the Wolverines' non-conference efforts (4:00) and react to the biggest storylines around the Big Ten and Top 25 (13:30) during this week's "Seven from 77." Then, senior EDGE Jaylen Harrell stops by to break down his performance so far this season (34:30) and look ahead to the Big Ten slate (38:00). See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Former Wolverine and current basketball broadcaster Jevohn Shepherd is our guest this week. Shepherd summarizes his opportunity to be part of ESPN's coverage of the 2023 FIBA World Cup, which Team Germany won behind some great performances by Franz and Moe Wagner (4:00). Then, he reflects on his time as a Wolverine, which culminated with the 2009 team's special run to the NCAA Tournament (17:30). 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 show on Monday night, as Head Coach Jim Harbaugh joined us at the beginning (with a cameo from junior running back Donovan Edwards). Then, Jon visited with Linebackers Coach Chris Partridge (30:30) and sixth-year senior Mike Barrett (36:30). See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

The Wolverines wrapped up non-conference play with a 31-6 win over Bowling Green on Saturday night at the Big House. Jon, Brian, Doug, and Jack react to Michigan's performance, and then we hear from acting Head Coach Sherrone Moore (23:30), defensive lineman Kris Jenkins (26:45), defensive back Quinten Johnson (30:00), and wide receivers Cornelius Johnson (34:00) and Tyler Morris (36:30). See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Jon gets you ready for Michigan’s non-conference finale with a full breakdown of his Keys to the Game, along with a Locker Room Speech, as the Wolverines prepare for a night game against Bowling Green.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

We're talking Michigan's women's soccer team, which is off to a 4-1-2 start to the season! Head Coach Jennifer Klein shares her takeaways from a challenging non-conference schedule (1:00), discusses the importance of the senior class (4:00), and previews the rest of the Big Ten (9:30).See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Jon attempts to put J.J. McCarthy's strong start in perspective (4:00), points out a few players he will be watching on Saturday night against Bowling Green (7:30), and reacts to the rest of last weekend's action across the country (14:00). Then, sophomore defensive lineman Kenneth Grant joins us to recap the defense's performances over the first two weeks (31:00), detail how he has acclimated to his size (34:30), and talks about the improvements he and the program have made from last season (38:00).See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

We catch up with one of our favorites on the podcast - men's basketball Assistant Coach Saddi Washington. After discussing his daughter's transfer to a Michigan rival, Washington shares some insight on his recruiting philosophies and the program's approach to visits (7:00). Then, he breaks down where the team stands at this point of the offseason (15:00) and reflects on last season's missed opportunities (25:00). See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

We began this week's radio show with Head Coach Jim Harbaugh, who reacted to the Wolverines' win over UNLV, reflected on his memories from September 11, 2001, and discussed his fondness for Bowling Green. Then, Offensive Coordinator Sherrone Moore, who will be the acting Head Coach this weekend, stops by at the 26-minute mark, before transfer center Drake Nugent closes things out at the 36-minute mark.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Led by two head coaches, the Wolverines took care of business on Saturday with a 35-7 victory over UNLV at the Big House. Jon and Brian break down the win before we hear from Doug Karsch (12:00) and Jack Miller (17:30). Then, Jon interviews first half Head Coach Jay Harbaugh and second half Head Coach Mike Hart (23:00) before Jason Avant catches up with Jaylen Harrell (29:00), Blake Corum (30:00), Roman Wilson (34:00), and Derrick Moore (37:00).See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

The Wolverines are back in action on Saturday against UNLV, and Jon Jansen prepares you for the non-conference clash with his Keys to the Game and 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.

Michigan Athletics' new Executive Associate Athletic Director of Development Brian Kegler joins us on Conqu'ring Heroes this week. Kegler details how the Development team fits into the big picture of Michigan Athletics (2:00), breaks down some of the ways that Development assists Wolverine student-athletes (7:30), and shares how Michigan fans can learn more and contribute (14:00). 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 puts a bow on Michigan's season-opening win over ECU (5:00), looks ahead to the preparation for the Wolverines and their two acting head coaches for UNLV (15:00), and recaps the key storylines from the Big Ten and the Top 25 during Week 1 (23:00). Then, fifth-year defensive back Keshaun Harris discusses his transition from track to football (36:00), his performance as a starter last week against ECU (41:00), and the story behind his wearing of the number 36 (44:00).See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

We visit with women's basketball senior Elise Stuck on this week's edition of Defend the Block. Stuck recaps the team's trip to Italy and Croatia last month (3:30), details her journey to this point in her career (11:00), and looks ahead to the upcoming season for her and the team (17:00).See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Per usual, Head Coach Jim Harbaugh joined Jon Jansen at the beginning of this week's edition of the "Inside Michigan Football" Radio Show. Then, Jon chatted with the two men who will be the acting Head Coaches this weekend against UNLV - Jay Harbaugh (20:00) and Mike Hart (31:00). Junior running back Donovan Edwards closes out the show (40:30).See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.