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MGoBlue Podcasts with Jon Jansen
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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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In the Trenches 593 - Alex Whittingham
2w ago00:14:36Tap to summarizeWe visit with Michigan's new Linebackers Coach Alex Whittingham this week on In the Trenches, presented by Meijer. He reflects on his successful stint with the Kansas City Chiefs' coaching staff and previews some of the talent in the Wolverines' linebacker room. Programming note: In the Trenches will be taking a brief break, with more coverage coming around the start of training camp!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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Defend the Block 390 - CJ Moore
3w ago00:23:42Tap to summarizeBrian Boesch visits with The Athletic's CJ Moore, who has written multiple articles about Michigan men's basketball in the last week. Moore reacts to Dusty May's decision to accept the Dallas Mavericks' head coach position and reflects on his conversation with interim head coach Mike Boynton Jr.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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In the Trenches 592 - Ron Bellamy & Fred Jackson
3w ago00:28:10Tap to summarizeJon catches up with two longtime Michigan men on this week's episode of In the Trenches, presented by Meijer. Ron Bellamy begins the show by discussing his new role as Senior Director of Recruiting Relations and reflecting on what it means to be back on the Michigan staff. Then, Assistant Running Backs Coach Fred Jackson stops by around the 14-minute mark. Jackson starts by reacting to the emotions around becoming a grandfather before breaking down his role on the staff and the running backs 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.
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Defend the Block 389 - Reacting to Dusty May's Departure
3w ago00:20:09Tap to summarizeWith the news official, Brian Boesch shares his initial thoughts on Dusty May's departure to the NBA's Dallas Mavericks and Mike Boynton Jr.'s appointment as Michigan's interim head coach. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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In the Trenches 591 - Enow Etta
Jun 1700:21:01Tap to summarizeWe share a great conversation with senior defensive lineman Enow Etta on this week's episode of In the Trenches, presented by Meijer. Etta reflects on his development since arriving in Ann Arbor, breaks down the rest of the defensive line group, and details his growth as a leader.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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Defend the Block 388 - Oscar Goodman
Jun 1600:20:48Tap to summarizeDefend the Block returns with a wide-ranging conversation with Oscar Goodman, who is busy preparing for his redshirt sophomore season with the Wolverines. Goodman reflects on last season's run to the national championship, details why he is willing to sacrifice for the good of the team, and discusses how he has improved on the floor. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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In the Trenches 590 - Andrew Marsh & Micah Simon
Jun 1000:24:39Tap to summarizeThe Wolverines' wide receiver room is under the spotlight on this week's episode of In the Trenches, presented by Meijer. Sophomore Andrew Marsh begins the episode by discussing his outstanding first season in Ann Arbor and looking ahead to the opportunities ahead in 2026. Then, new Wide Receivers Coach Micah Simon stops by around the 11-minute mark to detail his journey into coaching and share his thoughts on the Wolverines' wide receivers.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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In the Trenches 589 - Rod Moore & Tyler Stockton
Jun 300:30:02Tap to summarizeWe have two great guests on this week's episode of In the Trenches, presented by Meijer! Two-time captain Rod Moore kicks off the episode by reflecting on his recent injuries and looking ahead to the 2026 season. Then, safeties coach Tyler Stockton joins us around the 18-minute mark to break down what he has seen from Moore and the rest of his room and share his goals heading into training camp.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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In the Trenches 588 - Jake Guarnera & Mike Lynch
May 2700:28:13Tap to summarizeWe talk offensive line on this week's episode of In the Trenches, presented by Meijer. Jake Guarnera kicks off the episode by discussing his acclimation process to the center position and the potential for the Wolverines' offense in 2026. Then, assistant offensive line coach Mike Lynch stops by around the 13-minute mark to reflect on his unique journey to Ann Arbor and provide some initial thoughts on many of the Wolverines' offensive linemen.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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Defend the Block 387 - Matt Aldred
May 2600:34:16Tap to summarizeBrian visits with Matt Aldred, Michigan's strength & conditioning coach, on this week's episode of Defend the Block. Aldred reflects on the Wolverines' run to the 2026 national championship, discusses his partnerships with the returning players, and details his onboarding process with Michigan's newcomers. Programming note: Defend the Block will be taking a brief break, with our next episode scheduled for June 16.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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