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Wolverine Confidential is the definitive podcast for University of Michigan sports news and analysis. Hosts Andrew Kahn, Aaron McMann and Ryan Zuke cover Michigan football, basketball, hockey and more for MLive.com.

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Latest Episodes

The preseason AP poll is out, and ranks Michigan 16th in the nation. We share our thoughts on that assessment, discuss the team captains named for Michigan Football, and more from fall camp. Plus, the Men's basketball team heads to Eastern Europe.

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Andrew and Aaron discuss coach Kyle Whittingham's recent press conference ahead of his first season coaching Michigan Football. We discuss Whittingham's comments on position groups, key players, and second-year quarterback Bryce Underwood.

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Ryan and Aaron are back from Big Ten Media Days to break down the biggest storylines from the event. They talk expectations for the season, Bryce Underwood and QB depth, positional battles entering fall camp, and Whittingham's evaluation of players i... more

After winning a national championship in his second season, coach Dusty May left Michigan Basketball earlier than anyone expected. With Mike Boynton Jr. now at the helm, what can we expect from this new-look team? Andrew Kahn breaks down Boynton's fi... more

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Recent Guests

Stephen Means
Sports journalist, cleveland.com (sister site)
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Episode: Preseason poll, Warde Manuel's severance package and more
Brice Marich
Brice Marich of the Michigan Insider, Michigan's home on the 24-7 Sports Network
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Episode: Talking Wolverines recruiting with Brice Marich of the Michigan Insider
Jaylen Pile
Michigan wide receiver commit and longest tenured commit in Michigan's 2026 class
University of Michigan
Episode: Receiver commit talks Michigan recruiting momentum, Chip Lindsey's offense
Julia Fliegner
Senior and only senior on the Michigan Women's Tennis Team, ranked number six in women's college tennis.
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Episode: Julia Fliegner and Michigan tennis’ tournament run
James Crepea
Oregon Ducks beat writer for OregonLive
OregonLive
Episode: Michigan vs. Oregon preview with OregonLive's James Crepea
Matt Wenzel
Spartans beat writer
MLive
Episode: Michigan State preview
Jake Butt
Former Michigan tight end and analyst for Big Ten Network
Big Ten Network
Episode: Jake Butt on Michigan football, Big Ten outlook

Hosts

Andrew Kahn
Host of Wolverine Confidential with extensive Michigan sports reporting background
Aaron McMann
Host of Wolverine Confidential with focus on Michigan sports coverage
Ryan Zuke
Co-host of Wolverine Confidential and Michgian sports reporter

Reviews

4.6 out of 5 stars from 70 ratings
  • No Harbaugh, no problem?

    Really? I wonder if OSU would think it’s no big deal not having Ryan Day for the UM game. Terrible take and episode. I’m out

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Florida BC
    United States3 years ago
  • Love it - but please tweak your headlines!

    Love this podcast, great insight and thorough coverage… but please never again put ‘JJ McCarthy’ and ‘injury updates’ next to each other :). Keep up the good work

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Amanananabv
    United States3 years ago
  • Hmmm!

    Kind of sorry negativism! They feed off each other’s pessimism! They do bring up some cautious points, but if one is a Michigan fan, (who else would listen?), then one is looking for a little more enthusiasm! 🤔 Some of their predictions are wildly off! 🔥

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    Dschuetz1
    United States6 years ago
  • Not much enthusiasm

    Very monotone and pretty depressing. I wish it wasn’t.

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    Doug in Charlotte
    United States6 years ago
  • Decent but...

    You guys need to stop reading news articles to your audience. It’s very amateur to do that and it’s incredibly annoying.

    Just talk freely about the article content.

    Other than that, it’s a good podcast overall.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    scottj1001
    United States7 years ago

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Overall, the hosts deliver thoughtful, data-driven analysis with strong Michigan focus.
Enthusiasm for Michigan coverage is clear, though some listeners crave more energetic delivery.
Audience appreciates in-depth roster and recruiting discussions tied to current events.
Production quality can occasionally be inconsistent yet content depth keeps them coming back.

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Talking Wolverines recruiting with Brice Marich of the Michigan Insider
Q: Now you're a recruiting reporter. Maybe you're a little biased here, but I guess, can you tell our listeners why recruiting high school players still matters in the transfer portal era, where you can just get a guy to plug a spot if you want, you know, a proven college player?
Brice explains that high school recruiting matters for culture, long-term development, and building a foundation that can sustain success even as transfers are used to fill gaps. He emphasizes that a balanced approach—combining a strong recruiting class with selective, high-quality transfers—gives Michigan flexibility and resilience in roster construction.
Jake Butt discusses Michigan's coaching search, CFP
Q: What was your reaction to the recent coaching changes at Michigan?
Butt expresses that he felt sick about the situation and emphasizes the impact on players and recruits.
Jake Butt discusses Michigan's coaching search, CFP
Q: How should Michigan approach their coaching search?
He believes in careful consideration of candidates like Kalen DeBoer and Jed Fish, emphasizing strong leadership and alignment in the athletic department.
Jake Butt discusses Michigan's coaching search, CFP
Q: What are your thoughts on the college football playoff matchups?
Jake argues that only a few teams are real contenders and emphasizes the need for a better selection process for the playoff system.
Receiver commit talks Michigan recruiting momentum, Chip Lindsey's offense
Q: How often do you hear from other schools, even though you're committed to Michigan?
Jaylen mentioned that while he receives some communication from other schools, he remains focused on his commitment to Michigan.

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What is Wolverine Confidential about and what kind of topics does it cover?

A Michigan-focused sports analysis show featuring long-form banter and data-driven breakdowns of football, basketball, and other Wolverines athletics. Across episodes, hosts dissect rosters, recruiting, coaching changes, and big-picture conference developments, with frequent attention to depth charts, NIL, and recent news that affects Michigan teams. Notable traits include a data-informed approach blended with witty discourse, strong knowledge of Michigan programs, and openness to cross-sport context, making it useful for listeners who want both up-to-date sports coverage and insider perspective on roster-building and strategy. The format appears well-suited for fans who value expert opinions, detailed analysis, and ongoing coverage of Mich... more

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