MGoBlue Podcasts with Jon Jansen

We aired another jam-packed edition of "Inside Michigan Football" on Monday night, along the Michigan Sports Network from LEARFIELD. Jon chats with Head Coach Jim Harbaugh (2:00), co-Defensive Coordinator Jesse Minter (26:00), and defensive lineman Mike Morris (38:00) about last week's win over Nebraska and Saturday's Senior Day matchup with Illinois.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

The Wolverines dominate Nebraska to improve to 10-0 on the season. Jon and Brian analyze Michigan's strong performance, before Doug Karsch (10:00) and Jack Miller (17:00) provide their perspectives. Then, we get into our postgame interviews, including Head Coach Jim Harbaugh (24:00), tight end Colston Loveland (30:30), running backs Blake Corum (32:00) and CJ Stokes (36:00), linebacker Junior Colson (38:15), and defensive back Mike Sainristil (40:30).See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

The Wolverines outlasted Eastern Michigan on Friday night in Detroit, and we have the full recap for you here on Defend the Block. Brian gives his initial thoughts, and then we hear from the national champ Terry Mills (8:00). Our postgame interviews were with Head Coach Juwan Howard (12:00), Terrance Williams II (18:00), and Jaelin Llewellyn (19:30).See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

The Wolverines have a chance to improve to 10-0 on Saturday against Nebraska. We prepare you for the matchup at the Big House 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.

Jon sits down with two key members of Michigan’s Athletic Department, Danielle Davison (Assistant Athletic Director, Compliance & NIL Education) and Brian Townsend (Director of Leadership Development and Community Engagement), to discuss new NCAA guidelines pertaining to Name Image & Likeness and how they affect Michigan’s student-athletes and the department as a whole.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 whether Michigan's best version can win the national championship and how the Wolverines sustain that type of play (4:30), before talking through the landscape-changing week in college football (12:30) in this week's "Seven from 77." Then, linebacker Mike Barrett reflects on his tremendous effort against Rutgers (28:00) and looks ahead to the stretch run, including Saturday's battle with Nebraska (30:30).See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Due to the men's basketball game on Monday night, this week's "Inside Michigan Football" radio show was a special Tuesday edition. Head Coach Jim Harbaugh (2:00), Co-Offensive Coordinator/Quarterbacks Coach Matt Weiss (22:00), and sophomore quarterback J.J. McCarthy (30:30) talked with Jon Jansen about last week's win at Rutgers and looked ahead to Saturday's home game against Nebraska. 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 kicked off the regular season with a 75-56 victory over Purdue Fort Wayne on Monday night at Crisler Center. Brian shares his takeaways from the strong performance before welcoming in Terry Mills for his analysis (9:00). Then, Head Coach Juwan Howard (12:30) and junior center Hunter Dickinson (20:30) stop by, and we finish with a highlight recap (23:30).See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

The Wolverines overwhelmed Rutgers in the second half en route to a 52-17 victory on Saturday in Piscataway. Jon Jansen, Doug Karsch, and Brian Boesch break down the win before Jon chats with Head Coach Jim Harbaugh (13:30). Then, Jason Avant interviews Mike Morris (17:30), Michael Barrett (21:00), Will Johnson (23:30), and Mazi Smith (25:15).See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Our postgame editions of Defend the Block are back! Brian shares his thoughts on the Wolverines' exhibition win over Ferris State on Friday before breaking it down with the national champ Terry Mills (6:30). Then, the guys catch up with leading scorer Jett Howard (11:00) and Head Coach Juwan Howard (14:00). We conclude with all the radio highlights of the wire-to-wire victory (22:00).See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

The November stretch run begins on Saturday, with the Wolverines traveling to Piscataway to take on Rutgers. Get ready for the game with the radio network scene setter, the Keys to the Game, and 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.

On a special preseason episode of "Inside Michigan Basketball," Brian Boesch and Terry Mills caught up with the Head Coaches of Michigan Basketball--Juwan Howard (XXXXXX) and Kim Barnes Arico (XXXXX)--to recap their offseasons and look ahead to the start of the season. The Inside Michigan Basketball Radio Show will air on select days during the 2022-23 season, live from the Pretzel Bell in downtown Ann Arbor. Here is a listing of the show dates. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Michigan Athletics' 2022 Hall of Honor is the first in school history that consists entirely of female student-athletes and coaches of women's teams at Michigan. It is in honor and recognition of the 50th anniversary of Title IX legislation. We will be chatting with several individuals from this new induction class in the coming weeks. On this episode, former softball star Samantha Findlay reflects on her career, including her home run to clinch the 2005 National Championship (2:30). Then, longtime women's swimming and diving head coach Jim Richardson recalls his incredible 27-year tenure at the University of Michigan (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 reacts to all the key storylines coming out of last weekend's game with Michigan State (6:30), shares his early thoughts on the 2023 schedule (17:00), and does his weekly check of the other college football results (22:00). Then, true freshman Mason Graham stops by to discuss his first year in Ann Arbor (37:30) and look ahead to the final four games of the regular season (44:00).See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Like we did a couple of weeks ago during men's basketball media day, Brian asks most members of the women's basketball team some random questions. You'll hear from Leigha Brown, Maddie Nolan, Laila Phelia, and many others on this final offseason episode 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.

There is plenty to discuss around Michigan Football, and we had some great guests on this week's radio show to do just that. Head Coach Jim Harbaugh (3:00), Defensive Line Coach Mike Elston (18:30), and defensive lineman Kris Jenkins (41:00) sit down with Jon Jansen, as the Wolverines prepare for a road game at Rutgers this weekend.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

The Wolverines knocked off Michigan State 29-7 on Saturday night at the Big House! Jon and Brian break down the game before Jon chats with Head Coach Jim Harbaugh about the win and the postgame incident (9:00). Then, we hear from Doug Karsch (13:00) and Jack Miller (19:30). Jason Avant follows by going into the Michigan locker room to interview D.J. Turner (25:00), Blake Corum (26:00), J.J. McCarthy (29:30), Junior Colson (33:00), and Jake Moody (35:30).See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Another installment of the Backyard Brawl is almost upon us! Jon gets you ready for the Wolverines and the Spartans 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 Wrestling is coming off a remarkable 2021-22 season, and Head Coach Sean Bormet sits down with Jon Jansen to preview the upcoming season, the 101st in program history. Bormet breaks down his early observations and expectations on the team (2:00), details the complexion of the team's roster (8:30), and discusses the opportunity to host the Big Ten Championships this winter (16:30).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 Michigan State and the meaning of the rivalry (7:00) and reacts to the latest around the Big Ten and the other Power 5 conferences (15:30) during this week’s “Seven from 77.” Then, linebacker Junior Colson stops by to share his thoughts on the season to this point (32:00), his work during “Improvement Week” (37:00), and the opportunity to play a game like Saturday’s matchup with the Spartans (41:00).See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

As the regular season quickly approaches, Brian welcomes in an individual who is integral to the Wolverines' success - Strength and Conditioning Coach Jon Sanderson. Sanderson discusses how his work with the team changes during the season (7:00) and offers his impressions of the newcomers on the roster (14:30).See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

With the annual matchup against Michigan State coming up on Saturday, Jon sits down with Head Coach Jim Harbaugh (3:00), Running Backs Coach Mike Hart (23:00), and sophomore running back Donovan Edwards (38:00) to recap the bye week and preview the Spartans.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 chats with Mike Bottom, the Head Coach of Men's and Women's swimming and diving here at the University of Michigan. Coach Bottom talks about the return to normalcy after the pandemic (2:00), his early impressions and goals for this season's teams (6:00), and the impact of Michael Phelps' visit with his student-athletes last weekend (9:30).See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

The Wolverines may be off this weekend, but we're still working here on In the Trenches! In this week’s “Seven from 77,” Jon and Brian put the finishing touches on Saturday's strong victory over Penn State (4:00), detail the areas of importance during "Improvement Week" (11:30), and describe the mindset around the building heading into the game with Michigan State (16:30). Our guest this week is sophomore running back Donovan Edwards, who discusses his and the team’s outstanding effort against Penn State (21:00), the development of his pass-catching abilities (24:30), and his high expectations for the rest of the season (27:30). Then, the guys finish with a quick trip around the main storylines from the other Power 5 leagues (32:00).See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

There was plenty of coverage around Michigan men's basketball last week, with Big Ten Media Day on Wednesday and local Media Day on Friday. On this week's episode of Defend the Block, Brian mixes it up a bit by asking random, non-basketball questions to most members of the team. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

It may be a bye week for the Wolverines, but we still had a jam-packed edition of the "Inside Michigan Football" Radio Show. Jon talks with Head Coach Jim Harbaugh (3:00), running back Blake Corum (33:00), and left tackle Ryan Hayes (40:00) about Saturday's dominant win over Penn State and the goals of "Improvement Week." See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Michigan dominated Penn State in a 41-17 victory on Saturday in Ann Arbor. Jon and Brian break it down before we get some postgame analysis from Doug Karsch (7:00) and Jack Miller (13:30). Then, Jon catches up with Head Coach Jim Harbaugh (20:15), while Jason Avant chats with center Olu Oluwatimi (25:30), running back Donovan Edwards (26:30), quarterback J.J. McCarthy (30:00), and kicker Jake Moody (33:30). See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

For the first time since 1997, Michigan and Penn State will square off as undefeated teams. To get you ready for Saturday's massive matchup, we have the radio network scene setter, the Keys to the Game, and Jon's Locker Room Speech in this week's preview episode!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

This week, we introduce you to Cassie Churnside, the new Head Coach of Michigan Water Polo. She discusses her journey from playing to coaching (1:30), the work she has done since arriving in Ann Arbor (4:30), and what she needs to accomplish before the season starts (8:30).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 last week's win at Indiana (6:30), share their early thoughts on Penn State and an exciting weekend at the Big House (12:00), and react to the key storylines in the Big Ten and the Top 25 (19:00). Junior guard Zak Zinter is our player guest this week. He discusses his impressions on the first six games for the offensive line and the team as a whole (33:00), some of his hobbies off the field (37:30), and this weekend’s matchup with Penn State (40:00).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 a few weeks away, Brian recaps a busy offseason here on Defend the Block by replaying 10 of the most impactful clips from his various conversations around the men's basketball program, including Hunter Dickinson's return, the leadership within the locker room, 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.

We review Saturday's victory at Indiana and look ahead to this weekend's Maize Out against Penn State on the "Inside Michigan Football" Radio Show, as Jon catches up with Head Coach Jim Harbaugh (3:30), Special Teams Coordinator/Safeties Coach Jay Harbaugh (25:30), and sophomore defensive back Rod Moore (39:00).See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

The Wolverines remain undefeated with a 31-10 victory at Indiana on Saturday. Jon and Brian break down their initial thoughts, before we hear from Doug Karsch (5:30) and Jack Miller (10:30). Then, Head Coach Jim Harbaugh stops by to update fans on the status of Mike Hart and talk about the victory (16:30) before Jason Avant catches up with Ronnie Bell (21:30), Cornelius Johnson (23:30), Jaylen Harrell (26:30), and Mazi Smith (29:00).See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Get ready for Saturday's road game in Bloomington with our radio network scene setter, the Keys to the Game, and 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 field hockey season is in full swing, and Head Coach Marcia Pankratz stops by to discuss the Wolverines' first 10 games (2:00), preview some of the key Big Ten matchups down the stretch (5:00), and detail the importance of Title IX for field hockey and women's athletics as a whole (9:30).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 "Seven from 77," we rehash Saturday's strong win over the Hawkeyes (5:30) and analyze the biggest storylines from the Big Ten and Top 25 (14:00). Then, defensive lineman Mike Morris recalls his motivational tactics this weekend at Iowa (32:00), discusses the strong relationship he has with his sister (and Michigan Football graduate assistant) Milan Bolden-Morris (37:30), and shares a message for young players striving to earn more playing time (39:30).See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

With fall practices underway at Crisler Center, we hear about the latest around Michigan women's basketball from Head Coach Kim Barnes Arico. She details the transition from summer workouts to preseason practices (3:00), shares her observations of some of the key players on this season's club (7:30), and breaks down the Wolverines' non-conference slate (21:00).See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Fresh off Saturday's win in Iowa City, Jon catches up with Head Coach Jim Harbaugh (3:30), Co-Defensive Coordinator Steve Clinkscale (24:00), and cornerback D.J. Turner (37:00) on this week's edition of the "Inside Michigan Football" radio show.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

The Wolverines passed their first road test of the season on Saturday with a 27-14 victory at Iowa. Jon and Brian break down the key aspects of the win before we welcome in Doug Karsch (8:00) and Jack Miller (13:30). Then, Jon catches up with Head Coach Jim Harbaugh (20:30), and Jason Avant interviews Donovan Edwards (23:15), J.J. McCarthy (26:00), Trevor Keegan (28:30), Eyabi Okie (31:00), and Mike Morris (33:30).See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

On the eve of Michigan's first road game of 2022, Jon Jansen gets you ready for the matchup at Iowa 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 Baseball's new Head Coach Tracy Smith discusses what motivated him to take this great opportunity (1:30), why he loves coaching in the Big Ten (4:00), and how the roster is shaping up at this point of the offseason (6:45).See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Fresh off Saturday's win over Maryland, Jon and Brian break down the positives and negatives from the Wolverines' first Big Ten performance (6:00), share some early thoughts on the trip to Iowa (11:30), and react to the latest around the Big Ten and the Top 25 (16:00). Then, star running back Blake Corum recaps his brilliant performance against Maryland (34:00), details his work ethic and focus (37:00), and goes through some of his key runs against the Terps (41:00).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, Jon catches up with Head Coach Jim Harbaugh (3:00), Wide Receivers Coach Ron Bellamy (17:00), and captain Ronnie Bell (38:00), as the Wolverines prepare for Saturday's trip to Iowa.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

After reacting to the full men's basketball schedule, Brian welcomes in Chris Hunter, the former Wolverine player turned Director of Basketball Operations. Hunter discusses the busy summer for him and the program (8:30), his opportunity to be the team's third assistant late last season (12:15), some early thoughts on this year's roster (18:00), and his reaction to the Wolverines' challenging schedule (25:00).See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Michigan kicked off Big Ten play with a 34-27 victory over Maryland on Saturday afternoon at the Big House. Jon and Brian recap the game before we hear from Doug Karsch (9:00) and Jack Miller (15:30). Then, Jon catches up with Head Coach Jim Harbaugh (23:00), while Jason Avant gets the reaction from Gemon Green (27:30), Mike Morris (29:00), J.J. McCarthy (30:30), Luke Schoonmaker (33:00), and 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.

Big Ten play is finally upon us! The Wolverines open the conference slate on Saturday against Maryland, and we get you ready for the game with the 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.

Michigan Volleyball heads into the Big Ten portion of its schedule this week, following an outstanding 9-1 showing in non-conference play. This week on Conqu'ring Heroes, Head Coach Mark Rosen recaps the strong start to the season (2:00), breaks down some of the key players on the team (7:00), and previews the challenging Big Ten slate (14:30).See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Jon identifies some Wolverines who made the most of their opportunities during the non-conference slate (5:00) and analyzes the status of the Big Ten in this week's "Seven from 77" (14:30). Then, Jon welcomes sophomore defensive lineman George Rooks to the podcast for the first time. Rooks reacts to the Wolverines’ first three games (28:30), details his improvements so far this season (31:00), and discusses the team’s motivations heading into Big Ten play (33:30).See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Brian catches up with junior Jace Howard, who discusses his activities since the end of last season (3:30), the strides he has made on the court as of late (10:00), and his observations of the rest of the team (19:00).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 catches up with Head Coach Jim Harbaugh (3:00), linebackers coach George Helow (25:30), and fifth-year linebacker Michael Barrett (36:30) to recap the non-conference schedule and look ahead to Saturday's Big Ten opener with Maryland. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.