In the Trenches, Presented by Meijer
Jon takes fans inside Michigan football with one-on-one interviews, game previews, postgame recaps and more.
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Welcome to MGoBlue Podcasts, the official audio hub of Michigan Athletics. Explore recurring series featuring in-depth conversations, insider access and the latest from across all Wolverine teams.
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Brian takes fans inside Michigan basketball with in-depth interviews, game recaps and behind-the-scenes insight from both programs.
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Brian spotlights Michigan teams from across campus through conversations with student-athletes, coaches and other key voices.
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Jon and Brian also host live football and basketball streams throughout the year on the Michigan Athletics YouTube channel, including a weekly show every Tuesday from noon to 1 p.m. during the football season.
Meet the Hosts
Jon Jansen
A first-team All-America offensive tackle and Academic All-American in 1998, Jon Jansen started all 50 games during his Michigan career and served as a two-time captain. He helped lead the Wolverines to back-to-back Big Ten titles and the 1997 national championship and was named the 1998 Big Ten Offensive Lineman of the Year. A second-round NFL Draft pick, Jansen played 11 NFL seasons with Washington and Detroit. He has contributed to Michigan Athletics since 2014 and was inducted into the Michigan Athletics Hall of Honor in 2025.
Brian Boesch
Brian Boesch has contributed to Michigan Athletics since 2014, when he became the studio host for Michigan football and men's basketball. He became the lead radio play-by-play voice for men's basketball in 2019, the same year he called the baseball team's thrilling College World Series run on radio. As the Director of Broadcasting for the Michigan Sports Network from LEARFIELD, Boesch manages all radio broadcast talent and logistics for the athletic department, acts as the executive producer for MGoBlue Podcasts, and hosts the pregame and postgame shows for Michigan football.
MGoBlue Podcasts are produced by the Michigan Sports Network from LEARFIELD in partnership with Michigan Athletics and are part of the Varsity Podcast Network.
In the Trenches 616 - Penn State Recap
Listen The Wolverines bounced back with a big victory over Penn State on Saturday at Michigan Stadium. The radio crew provides some instant analysis on the 21-18 win. Then, we head into the Michigan locker room around the 18-minute mark for interviews with Head Coach Kyle Whittingham and five players: Tommy Carr, Savion Hiter, Bryson Kuzdzal, Blake Frazier, and John Henry Daley. [ Transcript ]
Published on 10/17/2026
In the Trenches 615 - Penn State Preview
Listen The long wait for the Wolverines' next game is almost over! Michigan meets Penn State on Saturday at the Big House, and Jon Jansen gets you ready for the action with his Keys to the Game for all three phases, along with his Locker Room Speech. [ Transcript ]
Published on 10/15/2026
In the Trenches 614 - Savion Hiter
Listen Jon Jansen details some potential offensive improvements coming off the bye week, shares his early thoughts on the Penn State matchup this weekend, and reacts to the latest in the Big Ten and the Top 25. Then, running back Savion Hiter joins us for the final stretch of the episode to discuss his first five collegiate games, the lessons he has learned from those around him, and the opportunity ahead against the Nittany Lions. [ Transcript ]
Published on 10/14/2026
In the Trenches 613 - Nathaniel Staehling
Listen During this week's "Seven from 77," Jon breaks down where the Wolverines stand after a tough stretch, shares some key objectives over the bye week, and reacts to the latest around college football. Then, linebacker Nathaniel Staehling stops by the show around the 34-minute mark, as he reflects on playing in his home state of Minnesota over the weekend, details his pick-six against the Gophers, breaks down his areas of focus during the off weekend, and shares his passion of fishing with Jon Jansen. [ Transcript ]
Published on 10/7/2026
In the Trenches 612 - Minnesota Recap
Listen The Wolverines struggled in the second half and lost at Minnesota on Saturday. Jon Jansen, Brian Boesch, and Doug Karsch share their initial thoughts on the 20-14 loss. Then, we hear from the Michigan locker room at the 11-minute mark, as Jon interviews Head Coach Kyle Whittingham and Jason Avant visits with four players: Jordan Marshall, Jake Guarnera, Troy Bowles, and Nathaniel Staehling. [ Transcript ]
Published on 10/3/2026
In the Trenches 611 - Minnesota Preview
Listen The Wolverines hit the road for the first time this season, and Jon Jansen is here to prepare you for Saturday's matchup with Minnesota. After the radio network scene setter, Jon breaks down his Keys to the Game and gives us another classic Locker Room Speech! [ Transcript ]
Published on 10/1/2026
In the Trenches 610 - Aisea Moa
Listen Jon and Brian are back to dissect the good and the bad from Saturday's tough loss to Iowa. They also look ahead to the weekend trip to Minnesota and react to the most relevant Big Ten and national storylines. Then, linebacker Aisea Moa stops by at the 36:30 mark to discuss his journey to Ann Arbor, the team's preparation for the Golden Gophers, and the chance to play with his brothers. [ Transcript ]
Published on 9/30/2026
In the Trenches 609 - Iowa Recap
Listen The Wolverines suffered a heartbreaking loss on Saturday, as Iowa knocked off Michigan 20-19 on the last play of the game. Jon Jansen, Brian Boesch, Doug Karsch and Chris Wormley react to the key plays in the game. Then, we go into the Michigan locker room at the 16:45 mark for interviews with head coach Kyle Whittingham and five players--Bryce Underwood, Evan Link, Zack Marshall, Enow Etta, and Rod Moore Jr. [ Transcript ]
Published on 9/26/2026
In the Trenches 608 - Iowa Preview
Listen Prepare for the Big Ten opener in less than 15 minutes with our radio network scene setter, the Keys to the Game for all three phases, and Jon's Locker Room Speech here on In the Trenches, presented by Meijer! [ Transcript ]
Published on 9/24/2026
In the Trenches 607 - Tariq Boney
Listen On this week's "Seven from 77," Jon breaks down the development of the Wolverines' offense, shares his initial thoughts on the Big Ten opener against Iowa, and reacts to other intriguing storylines throughout college football. Then, freshman defensive end Tariq Boney stops by at the 33:30 mark to discuss some of his important plays against UTEP, his close relationship with fellow freshman Carter Meadows, and the opportunity ahead this weekend. [ Transcript ]
Published on 9/23/2026
In the Trenches 606 - UTEP Recap
Listen The Wolverines wrapped up a 3-0 non-conference slate with Saturday's 52-17 victory over the UTEP Miners. Jon Jansen, Brian Boesch, Doug Karsch, and Jack Miller break down the key moments and players from Michigan's win. Our postgame interviews from the locker room begin at the 15:20 mark, as Jon catches up with Head Coach Kyle Whittingham, and Jason Avant visits with five players: Andrew Marsh, Savion Hiter, Jonah Lea'ea, Tariq Boney, and Enow Etta. [ Transcript ]
Published on 9/19/2026
In the Trenches 605 - UTEP Preview
Listen Jon Jansen preps you for the first-ever meeting between Michigan and UTEP in football with our radio network scene setter, the keys to the game, and his weekly locker room speech on this edition of In the Trenches, presented by Meijer! [ Transcript ]
Published on 9/17/2026
In the Trenches 604 - Nate Marshall
Listen Jon Jansen goes further into detail on his review of the Wolverines' huge win over Oklahoma on Saturday during this week's "Seven from 77." Then, sophomore defensive end Nate Marshall stops by at the 35:40 mark to discuss his love of basketball, break down the Wolverines' 2-0 start, and react to the start of his sophomore season. [ Transcript ]
Published on 9/16/2026
In the Trenches 603 - Oklahoma Recap
Listen The Wolverines earned a gritty victory over Oklahoma on Saturday in Ann Arbor. Jon Jansen, Brian Boesch, Doug Karsch, and Jack Miller begin the episode by breaking down the most important moments and players to the Wolverines' 17-10 win. Then, we begin our postgame interviews at the 17:40 mark, as Jon visits with Head Coach Kyle Whittingham, and Jason Avant chats with five players: Jyaire Hill, Zeke Berry, Chris Bracy, Bryce Underwood, and Zack Marshall. [ Transcript ]
Published on 9/12/2026
In the Trenches 602 - Oklahoma Preview
Listen For the first time, the Oklahoma Sooners visit Ann Arbor on Saturday, and Jon prepares you for the game in 15 minutes on our preview edition of In the Trenches, presented by Meijer. He shares his Keys to the Game for all three phases and gives his weekly Locker Room Speech. [ Transcript ]
Published on 9/10/2026
In the Trenches 601 - Dom Nichols
Listen On this week's "Seven from 77," Jon discusses some areas for improvement heading into Week 2, his early impressions of the Oklahoma Sooners, and a wild opening weekend across college football. Then, defensive end Dom Nichols stops by around the 33:30 mark to break down his strong game on Saturday and look ahead to the marquee clash this weekend at the Big House. [ Transcript ]
Published on 9/9/2026
In the Trenches 600 - Western Michigan Recap
Listen The Wolverines escaped with a narrow victory over Western Michigan on Saturday night in Ann Arbor. Hear from Jon Jansen, Brian Boesch, Doug Karsch, and Jack Miller to begin the episode. Our postgame interviews from the Michigan locker room start around the 19:20 mark, as Jon visits with head coach Kyle Whittingham and Jason Avant chats with six players: Jordan Marshall, JJ Buchanan, Bryce Underwood, Zeke Berry, Dom Nichols, and Troy Bowles. [ Transcript ]
Published on 9/6/2026
In the Trenches 599 - Western Michigan Preview
Listen Our preview editions of In the Trenches, presented by Meijer, are back for the 2026 season. Jon Jansen gets you ready for the Wolverines' opener against Western Michigan with his keys to the game for Michigan's offense, defense, and special teams, and he finishes the episode with his locker room speech! [ Transcript ]
Published on 9/3/2026
In the Trenches 598 - Smith Snowden
Listen It's game week! Our "Seven from 77" touches on some key positions for the Wolverines, an early breakdown of Saturday's clash with Western Michigan, and a full preview of Week 1 throughout college football. Defensive back Smith Snowden stops by the show around the 46-minute mark to recap his time in Ann Arbor, break down the potential of Michigan's defense, and look ahead to his debut in the Big House. [ Transcript ]
Published on 9/2/2026
In the Trenches 597 - Larry Black
Listen During this week's "Seven from 77," Jon discusses some knowns and unknowns about Michigan's offense and defense, with the season opener a week-and-a-half away. He also shares some preseason predictions outside of the Big Ten and breaks down a few storylines for the eight FBS games this weekend. Then, around the 42:30 mark, defensive line coach Larry Black reacts to Michigan's work during training camp and breaks down some of the key contributors in his room. [ Transcript ]
Published on 8/26/2026
In the Trenches 596 - Trey Pierce & Jordan Marshall
Listen On a bonus edition of In the Trenches, presented by Meijer, Jon Jansen sits down with two of the Wolverines' newly-elected captains. Defensive lineman Trey Pierce kicks off the episode, and running back Jordan Marshall stops by around the seven-minute mark. [ Transcript | Watch ]
Published on 8/21/2026
In the Trenches 595 - Jaime Ffrench & Andrew Sprague
Listen Jon reacts to the Wolverines' captain selections and the preseason polls during this week's "Seven from 77." Then, around the 26-minute mark, Jon sits down with a pair of Wolverines. First, wide receiver Jaime Ffrench details his path to Ann Arbor and expectations for the season. Then, offensive lineman Andrew Sprague discusses his offseason work and the camaraderie of the offensive line room. [ Transcript ]
Published on 8/19/2026
In the Trenches 594 - John Henry Daley
Listen Jon and Brian are back for a new season of In the Trenches, presented by Meijer! They react to some of the key storylines during training camp on the return of our "Seven from 77" segment. Then, around the 25-minute mark, defensive end John Henry Daley reflects on his fascinating football journey, details his recovery process from an injury last season, and shares some of his goals for the upcoming season. [ Transcript ]
Published on 8/12/2026
In the Trenches 593 - Alex Whittingham
Listen We 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! [ Transcript ]
Published on 7/1/2026
