

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.
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Apr 30, 2024 • 21min
Defend the Block 242 - Justin Joyner
Another new Michigan men's basketball assistant coach is our guest on Defend the Block! Justin Joyner shares some details on his decision to leave his home state of California to join the Wolverines' program, reflects on his growth as a coach during his time at Saint Mary's, and discusses the benefits of being married to a coach. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Apr 25, 2024 • 12min
Conqu'ring Heroes 130 - Zach Barlow
In advance of this weekend's Big Ten Championships, Jon welcomes men's golf Head Coach Zach Barlow to the podcast. Coach Barlow discusses his team's strong regular season before previewing the league tournament, set for this Friday through Sunday at the Scioto Country Club in Columbus.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Apr 24, 2024 • 50min
In the Trenches 431 - Sherrone Moore
Fresh off his first Spring Game as Head Coach, Sherrone Moore sits down with Jon Jansen at the beginning of the episode to recap the team's work during spring practice and assess each position group at this stage of the offseason. Then, Jon and Brian react to Coach Moore's comments, share some observations from Saturday's game, and discuss a few final NFL Draft thoughts before it kicks off Thursday in Detroit.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Apr 23, 2024 • 19min
Defend the Block 241 - Akeem Miskdeen
We continue our introductions of new Michigan men's basketball assistant coaches with Akeem Miskdeen, who joins the staff after spending the last three seasons in the SEC with Florida and Georgia. Miskdeen details his strong relationship with Head Coach Dusty May, reflects on his well-traveled career to this point, and discusses his areas of focus as he acclimates to Michigan.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Apr 18, 2024 • 25min
Defend the Block 240 - Mike Boynton, Jr.
On Thursday afternoon, Head Coach Dusty May officially announced his new coaching staff. Over the next few weeks, Brian will visit with each new assistant coach, and we begin with Mike Boynton, Jr., who comes to Ann Arbor after spending the previous seven seasons as Oklahoma State's Head Coach. Boynton discusses his new opportunity in Ann Arbor, the keys to building relationships, and how he has evolved as a coach over the years.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Apr 18, 2024 • 16min
Conqu'ring Heroes 129 - Jan Dowling
With the Big Ten Championships coming up this weekend, Women's Golf Head Coach Jan Dowling sits down with Jon Jansen to recap her program's record-setting victory in the Chattanooga Classic last week and look ahead to the opportunity to compete for a conference title.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Apr 17, 2024 • 41min
In the Trenches 430 - Colston Loveland
The Spring Game is just a few days away, so Jon previews the event and shares some of the storylines he will be following at the game. Then, junior tight end Colston Loveland stops by around the 32-minute mark to discuss some of his points of emphasis this offseason and share his observations on the rest of the team during spring ball.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Apr 16, 2024 • 26min
Defend the Block 239 - Will Tschetter
In an offseason of change for Michigan men's basketball, soon-to-be graduate student Will Tschetter recently announced that he will return for his fourth season with the Wolverines in 2024-25. On this week's edition of Defend the Block, Tschetter discusses the decision to remain in the Maize and Blue, his interactions with new Head Coach Dusty May, and his goals for the offseason.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Apr 11, 2024 • 16min
Conqu'ring Heroes 128 - Landen Blixt
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.

Apr 10, 2024 • 46min
In the Trenches 429 - Josh Priebe
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.


