

MGoBlue Podcasts with Jon Jansen
The Varsity Podcast Network
Welcome to MGoBlue Podcasts -- the new podcast home of Michigan Athletics. Here at MGoBlue Podcasts, you'll find several recurring series: In the Trenches (an in-depth look at the Wolverines' football program), Defend the Block (interviews, game recaps and more with Michigan men's and women's basketball), and Conqu'ring Heroes (a one-stop show for the latest on every Michigan program). MGoBlue Podcasts are produced by the Michigan Sports Network from LEARFIELD, in partnership with Michigan Athletics.
Episodes
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Feb 11, 2026 • 43min
In the Trenches 573 - Jay Hill
Last week, we talked offense. This week, we go in depth on the Wolverines' defense in advance of spring ball. Jon goes through each position group and shares his thoughts on some of the key players and storylines. Then, around the 30-minute mark, new Matthew and Nicole Lester Family Defensive Coordinator Jay Hill discusses his coaching journey propelling him to Ann Arbor, the respect he has for Kyle Whittingham, and some of the key checkpoints in establishing his defensive system.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Feb 10, 2026 • 45min
Radio Replay - Inside Michigan Basketball (Feb. 9)
Fresh off another 2-0 week, men's basketball Head Coach Dusty May kicked off Monday's radio show with a wide-ranging conversation on Sunday's win at Ohio State, the growth of the Wolverines' "Big Three," and much more. Around the 30-minute mark, we pivot to the women's basketball team, as Head Coach Kim Barnes Arico and Assistant Coach Melanie Moore reflect on Sunday's narrow loss to first-place UCLA. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Feb 8, 2026 • 23min
Defend the Block 360 - Ohio State Recap
For the second time in 16 days, Michigan knocked off Ohio State! Brian and Terry share their primary takeaways from the 82-61 victory on Sunday afternoon. Then, Brian heads into the Michigan locker room around the nine-minute mark to visit with Head Coach Dusty May, Aday Mara, Morez Johnson Jr., and Yaxel Lendeborg. The episode concludes with a full highlight recap of the Wolverines' wire-to-wire win!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Feb 6, 2026 • 43min
Defend the Block 359 - Penn State Recap
Behind a career-high 31 points from Nimari Burnett, Michigan cruised to a victory over Penn State on Thursday night. Brian and Terry react to Burnett and the Wolverines' dominant 110-69 win to start the podcast. Our postgame interviews start around the 12-minute mark, as Brian visits with Dusty May, Elliot Cadeau, L.J. Cason, Oscar Goodman, and KT Harrell. Then, Rob Joyce plays back some of the many happy highlights from the Wolverines' record-setting 21st win in 22 tries.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Feb 5, 2026 • 21min
Conqu'ring Heroes 189 - Tracy Smith
Michigan Baseball is busy preparing for its 2026 season, which begins at the star-studded College Baseball Series from February 13-16 in Surprise, Arizona. This week on Conqu'ring Heroes, Head Coach Tracy Smith provides an update on the complexion of his roster, his team's preparations for the season, and the depth of the Big Ten.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Feb 4, 2026 • 53min
In the Trenches 572 - Jason Beck
We're talking offense on this week's episode of In the Trenches, presented by Meijer! Jon and Brian break down each offensive position group during their "Seven from 77" segment. Then, around the 37-minute mark, new Sanford Robertson Offensive Coordinator Jason Beck joins the show to discuss his unique acclimation process to Ann Arbor, the current status of the offense, and his areas of focus in the coming months.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Feb 3, 2026 • 45min
Radio Replay - Inside Michigan Basketball (Feb. 2)
It was an outstanding show on Monday night, as Brian and Terry recapped a pair of wins over Michigan State. First up, Dusty May stopped by to break down the men's 12-point victory over the Spartans on Friday night. Around the 28-minute mark, Kim Barnes Arico joined the show to discuss the women's overtime thriller in East Lansing on Sunday afternoon.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Jan 31, 2026 • 34min
Defend the Block 358 - Michigan State Recap
For the first time since 2018, Michigan earned a win at Michigan State! Brian and Terry react to the Wolverines' impressive 83-71 rivalry victory. Then, Brian heads into the Michigan locker room around the 15-minute to catch up with Dusty May, Trey McKenney, Yaxel Lendeborg, Nimari Burnett, and Will Tschetter. Stay to the end for a full highlight recap of an awesome win for the Maize and Blue!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Jan 29, 2026 • 18min
Conqu'ring Heroes 188 - Cam Catrabone
Off to a strong 7-2 start, Michigan Wrestling is gearing up for a challenging stretch on its schedule. This week on Conqu'ring Heroes, Jon visits with surging redshirt freshman Cam Catrabone, who reflects on his unique journey to Ann Arbor, details his passion for wrestling, and discusses the road ahead for the team.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Jan 28, 2026 • 48min
In the Trenches 571 - Kerry Coombs
During this week's "Seven from 77," Jon provides an update on Michigan's offseason conditioning program, reacts to the return of the 12-team CFP model for 2026, breaks down the Super Bowl matchup between Seattle and New England, and shares his thoughts on the Wolverines' 2026 schedule. Then, around the 30-minute mark, new Special Teams Coordinator Kerry Coombs discusses the unique start to his time with the program, his 42-year coaching journey, and his work leading up to spring ball.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.


