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Michigan Football
Jim Harbaugh
Michigan Wolverines
National Championship
College Football Playoff
Sherrone Moore
Recruiting
Alabama Football
JJ Mccarthy
Washington Huskies
Big Ten Conference
2024 College Football Season
Michigan Wolverines Football
College Football Playoffs
Washington Football
Donovan Edwards
NFL
Defensive Coordinator
Don Wink Martindale
Juwan Howard

The Michigan Insider is combining all three of its podcasts, The Wolverine247 podcast, The Michigan Recruiting Insider, and the Michigan Basketball Insider into one mega-podcast. All your Michigan podcast needs in one place.

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Michigan won its Sweet 16 matchup against Alabama 90-77 on Friday night, advancing to the NCAA Tournament's Elite Eight. The Michigan Insider's Sam Webb, Josh Newkirk, and Alejandro Zuniga provided a live breakdown of the game from Chicago. They high... more

Michigan secured a 95-72 victory over Saint Louis in the second round of the NCAA Tournament, advancing to the Sweet 16. Big Ten Player of the Year Yaxel Lendeborg led the team with 25 points, while Aday Mara made a substantial impact by recording 16... more

In the latest episode of The Michigan Basketball Insider, Sam Webb and Tim McCormick review Michigan's 101-80 NCAA Tournament victory over Howard and preview the Wolverines’ upcoming game against Saint Louis. They commend Morez Johnson and Aday Mara ... more

Sam Webb, Josh Newkirk, and Alejandro Zuniga analyze Michigan's 101-80 victory over Howard, highlighting standout performances by Morez Johnson Jr., who shot 8-for-8, and Aday Mara. They also commend Roddy Gayle for contributing 14 points off the ben... more

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Recent Guests

Timmy Mack
Former Clarkston High star; college basketball color commentator with MI link
College basketball color commentator
Episode: Michigan Basketball Insider - Post dominance powers Michigan to win over Howard; Saint Louis preview
Alejandro Zuniga
On-site reporter in Buffalo
The Michigan Insider
Episode: Michigan Postgame Recap: Michigan downs Howard 101-80 in NCAA Tournament opener; Keys for round two
Jon Rothstein
College basketball analyst
CBS Sports
Episode: Jon Rothstein reacts to & picks every game in 2026 NCAA Tournament Bracket!
John U. Bacon
Author and Journalist
Guest on Steady Droppin Dimes
Episode: Steady Droppin' Dimes - Is Yaxel Lendeborg the CLEAR player of the year in the Big 10?
Dave Peloquin
Michigan's new general manager for recruiting
University of Michigan
Episode: Michigan Recruiting Insider: Discussing spring visitors + LOADED basketball visits vs. Michigan State
Skyler Phan
Director of on-campus recruiting (new hire)
University of Michigan
Episode: Michigan Recruiting Insider: Discussing spring visitors + LOADED basketball visits vs. Michigan State
Tim McCormick
Former Michigan great, commentator and guest analyst
Former Michigan basketball player, broadcaster
Episode: Michigan Basketball Insider - Big 10 champs!; How does LJ Cason's loss impact national title hopes?
Brady Marchese
Four-star receiver from Cartersville, Georgia
University of Michigan
Episode: Michigan Recruiting Insider - Biggest needs in 2027 class; 2026 WR Brady Marchese joins the show!
Harrison Rich
Covers the Maryland Terrapins for Inside Maryland Sports
Inside Maryland Sports
Episode: Michigan football vs. Maryland preview: Behind Enemy Lines

Hosts

Brice Marich
Co-host focusing on recruiting and player analysis.
Sam Webb
Host with deep knowledge of Michigan sports and player performances.
Zach Shaw
Host and analyst on Michigan athletics, providing detailed insights.
Steve Lorenz
Co-host with expertise in football recruiting and analysis.

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 1.1k ratings
  • Shaw and Steve

    Zack says poses a question, says 2,000 words and then throws to Steve. Steve : “totally agree” 😭 5 stars

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    TheSoupIsHot
    United States3 months ago
  • Great show!

    I always listen to this show to prepare me for UMs future opponents! Alejandro rocks it!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Delano Rogers
    United States6 months ago
  • Best podcast for Michigan sports

    Recruiting coverage is excellent, accurate, and diverse, covering a wide range of topics between episodes whether it be about recruiting for specific positions, rankings, evaluations, approach, etc. Breakdowns of the football and basketball programs are also top notch, again covering loads of topics such as game breakdowns, player performances, coach and player interviews, scheme, and much more. Guests are stellar. Must-listen programming if you’re a diehard Michigan fan.

    My one gripe is that t... more

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    GD1738
    United States9 months ago
  • How drunk was Steve?

    Where’s Lou Holtz right now?

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Ben VanSumeren
    United Statesa year ago
  • Audio issues

    I generally enjoy the podcast but for the love of all things holy please get Steve some decent audio equipment. You can only hear about 20% of anything he says. What is with the obnoxious fluctuations in the volume of his voice??

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    raven1537
    United States2 years ago

Listeners Say

Key themes from listener reviews, highlighting what works and what could be improved about the show.

Reviews often mention the diversity of topics covered, providing comprehensive coverage for diehard Michigan fans.
Listeners appreciate the in-depth analyses and insider insights into recruiting and sports performance.
Many fans express a strong loyalty to the content, especially regarding Michigan sports news and updates.
Some criticisms arise regarding audio quality and host interactions, highlighting room for improvement in technical aspects.
The hosts are praised for their engaging discussions and extensive knowledge of Michigan athletics.

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Apple Podcasts
#162
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#220
France/Sports/Football
Apple Podcasts
#79
South Korea/Sports/Football
Apple Podcasts
#81
Singapore/Sports/Football
Apple Podcasts
#182
Taiwan/Sports/Football
Apple Podcasts
#185
Japan/Sports/Football

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Michigan vs Duke postgame: Wolverines come up short in clash of bball titans, fall to Duke, 68-63
Q: What lessons do you think Michigan takes from the last couple of days, from the turnaround from Purdue to here out in DC?
The biggest takeaway was it gives you that real tournament prep, as this was a major game against a big-time opponent, preparing them for similar situations in the NCAA tournament.
Michigan Recruiting Insider: Full 2026 signing class breakdown + questions from the chat
Q: What trends stand out in how the staff evaluates prospects?
The emphasis is on versatility and developing players who may not be highly rated but can contribute in multiple positions.
Michigan Recruiting Insider: Full 2026 signing class breakdown + questions from the chat
Q: Has recruiting changed with the transfer portal?
Yes, it has changed how teams build rosters, with an increased focus on experienced players from the portal to supplement high school talent.
Michigan Basketball Insider: Michigan vs Michigan State preview & prediction
Q: If we assume Michigan is the best team in the Big Ten, who would you see as the biggest threat to them in the Big Ten?
The biggest threat to Michigan would be Illinois, especially in a head-to-head matchup.
Michigan Recruiting Insider - Biggest needs in 2027 class; 2026 WR Brady Marchese joins the show!
Q: How do you view the potential of your future quarterback at Michigan?
Brady expressed excitement about working with quarterback Bryce Underwood, highlighting his potential and the connection they already have.

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2. Alejandro Zuniga
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5. Dave Peloquin
6. Skyler Phan
7. Tim McCormick
8. Brady Marchese

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