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In the Trenches 129 - Darryl Conway Jul 03, 2020

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In this week's "Seven from 77," Jon and Brian discuss the MGoBlue Awards (4:15), Greg Harden's impact on U-M (8:30), some funny clips from last year's radio broadcasts (17:15), and this weekend's hot dog eating contest (27:00). Then, Senior Associate AD and Chief Health & Welfare Officer Darryl Conway stops by to talk about his vital role in student-athlete safety during the pandemic (32:45), the safety measures in place for student-athletes and staff members (39:10), the early results of all the new protocols (52:15), and the importance of monitoring student-athletes' mental health during this unprecedented time (59:50).

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In the Trenches 128 - Kwity Paye Jun 30, 2020

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Michigan defensive lineman Kwity Paye joins the podcast to discuss his offseason training (13:45), the new safety measures around Schembechler Hall (17:45), his thoughts on the defense and the team as a whole for 2020 (23:00) and his role with The Uniform Funding Foundation, a non-profit organization that outfits youth teams in need with high-quality uniforms and gear (29:30). Jon and Brian kick off the show by sharing some early thoughts on the potential of the Michigan defensive line and defense as a whole.

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In the Trenches 127 - Julius Curry Jun 26, 2020

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In this week's "Seven from 77" (3:40), Jon talks about the early results of re-introducing players and coaches back to Schembechler Hall, his thoughts on recent college football news nationally, and his first look at the Big Ten for 2020. Then, former Wolverine defensive back Julius Curry stops by to discuss his playing days at Michigan (18:20), some of his important plays in the Winged Helmet (25:00), how his classwork at Michigan aided him in transitioning to NASCAR (37:00), how diversity has evolved and must continue to improve in motorsports (43:00), and what it is like to own a NASCAR team, Julius Curry Racing (46:15).

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In the Trenches 126 - Remembering the 2019 Run to Omaha Jun 22, 2020

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After discussing Dr. Mark Schlissel's announcement about the academic calendar and the presence of students on campus for 2020-21 (4:30), Jon and Brian remember last year's magical run to the College World Series for the Michigan baseball team (8:15). They chat with four members of that team: infielder Jimmy Kerr (13:45), right-hander Karl Kauffmann (26:00), left-hander Tommy Henry (38:30), and outfielder Jordan Brewer (52:45).

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In the Trenches 125 - Warde Manuel Jun 19, 2020

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Jon catches up with the Donald R. Shepherd Director of Athletics Warde Manuel about a number of important topics, including the following: the process for student-athletes' return to sports (1:30), the importance of everyone being accountable for their actions as student-athletes get back to campus (9:45), his early impressions on attendance at games this fall (23:45), the murder of George Floyd (33:45) and the impact of new entities like the Big Ten's Anti-Hate and Anti-Racism Coalition (42:00).

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In the Trenches 124 - Hunter Reynolds and Adam Shibley Jun 17, 2020

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Jon and Brian catch up on all that has happened in the country over the last few weeks in this week's Seven from 77, including the Black Lives Matter movement (3:40), Coach Harbaugh's involvement (9:30) and Michigan's Process for Student-Athlete Return to Sports (11:45). Then, Jon chats with a pair of Wolverines who are on the Big Ten's Anti-Hate and Anti-Racism Coalition, defensive back Hunter Reynolds and linebacker Adam Shibley, about the importance of this new initiative, how Coach Harbaugh has empowered his players to make a difference, and the process of returning to campus (22:20).

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In the Trenches 123 - Erik Bakich May 28, 2020

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Jon and Brian discuss some of the recent developments around the college football landscape in this week's "Seven from 77." Then, Michigan head baseball coach Erik Bakich joins the show to update fans on how he and the team are handling this unprecedented time, detail some of the important aspects of the "New Baseball Model" proposal for which he is lobbying, and relive last year's magical run to Omaha (27:00).

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In the Trenches 122 - Jarrett Irons May 22, 2020

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In this episode's "Seven from 77," Jon and Brian discuss the NCAA's decision to allow football and basketball student-athletes to return to campus on June 1, the new Michigan Hall of Honor inductees and an interesting proposal for college baseball's schedule. Then, Jon chats with fellow two-time Michigan captain Jarrett Irons about his memories from his playing career, the importance he placed on education while in Ann Arbor and the exciting things he is up to now (20:30). You won't want to miss their breakdown of a classic Michigan-Penn State clash when Jarrett was wearing the Winged Helmet, either.

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In the Trenches 121 - 1998 Rose Bowl Flashback, Fan Q&A May 20, 2020

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Following BTN's airing of the 1998 Rose Bowl on Tuesday night, Jon takes a stroll down memory lane to describe his memories of the game, his "blur" from immediately after the game, some of the 1997 team's unsung heroes, and much more. Then, we take some fan questions on a wide variety of topics, including the quarterback position, the evolution of recruiting in recent years, the team's focus on beating Ohio State, and the best way to cook bacon.

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In the Trenches 120 - Dan Dierdorf May 15, 2020

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The great Dan Dierdorf joins the show to talk about the effects of COVID-19 on his day-to-day life, share some amazing stories about Bo Schembechler and the 1969 Big Ten Championship team, break down the 2020 Wolverines and so much more (33:30). Before that, in today's "Seven from 77," Jon and Brian discuss some comments from league commissioners on college football's plans for 2020, the newly-drafted Wolverines' fits with their teams and the beginning of bacon's relationship with eggs.

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