Podcasts by Champions of the West

Michigan Moves On and Second Weekend Thoughts from 2021-03-25T03:15:16

In this episode we discuss the first weekend of the NCAA Tournament and who we like to make it to the Final Four:

South (2:00)

Midwest (7:30)

West (15:30)

East (22:30...

The Tourney is Back! And So Are Our Thoughts... from 2021-03-17T02:27:55

In this episode, we break down the entire NCAA Tournament and pick our Sweet 16 field:

South (3:00)

Midwest (17:15)

West (33:00)

East (44:00)

Also, Michigan's ...

We're Back! Plus Regular Season Recap and Big Ten Thoughts from 2021-03-10T02:50:20

In this episode we sing the praises of Michigan's incredible rotation (1:30) going through every position group. We switch gears and talk about the Big Ten tournament (16:30) and make prediction...

Football is Over and Dickinson is Rolling from 2020-12-16T03:11:41

In this episode, we wrap up the end of the football season in an anti-climactic way (0:30). On the basketball side, we break down a few key players for Michigan through six games, starting with ...

A Very Dickinson Thanksgiving from 2020-12-04T04:31:12

In this episode, we start by discussing Jim Harbaugh overstaying his welcome (2:45), is Michigan an elite national program (13:00), jump to Michigan basketball takeaways to start the season (15:...

Harbaugh Escapes Rutgers & Wagner's Reign Begins from 2020-11-25T02:29:38

In this episode, we break down the state of Michigan football, including thoughts on the Rutgers game (1:00), unrealistic quarterback expectations (4:30), Don Brown's failing defense (8:00) and ...

Harbaugh's Harumph & Basketball is Back from 2020-11-18T19:46:28

In this episode, we try to understand what has gone wrong with the Michigan program (0:30)  what happens if Michigan loses this week to Rutgers (6:30),  who could possibly replace Jim ...

Joe Milton is Our Savior from 2020-10-28T15:27:04

In this episode, we break down the Minnesota game on offense (2:30) and defense (8:15). We take a peak at the rest of the Big Ten (12:00), look at the national landscape (19:00) and preview the ...

All Aboard The Joe Milton Hype Train from 2020-10-21T15:29:34

In this (long-overdue) episode, we cover everything Michigan football. First, we start with the Big Ten's decision to reverse course and agree to play (4:00), break down Michigan's offense (7:45...

Josh Christopher Hasn't Committed, Michigan's Roster Outlook and Life in Quarantine from 2020-04-14T02:32:44

In this episode we discuss the end of Michigan's season (4:30), David DeJulius' transfer (10:30), Colin Castleton's departure (14:15), the doomsday scenario (18:00), the state of recruiting (20:...

Surviving Zavier Simpson's Suspension and Michigan Mangles MSG from 2020-02-04T02:13:37

In this episode we talk about Michigan's last four games, including losses to Penn State and Illinois (2:45), wins over Nebraska and Rutgers (9:30), discussing Michigan's rotation (23:30), previ...

Michigan Basketball Needs a Livers Transplant (and New Recruits) from 2020-01-22T03:20:16

In this episode we discuss life without Isaiah Livers, including games the last three weeks against Purdue, Minnesota and Iowa (2:30), Michigan's defensive struggles (8:00). We then preview Mich...

We Don't Want 'Bama or Michigan State from 2020-01-07T02:59

In this episode we get into Michigan’s loss to Alabama (1:00), football attrition and players added after this season (9:30), Michigan basketball the last two weeks including an adventurous rota...

The Boys Are Back! And Michigan Basketball Keeps Taking Years Off Our Life from 2019-12-16T02:54:36

In this episode we recap the Michigan football season, including an eighth consecutive loss to Ohio State, whether Michigan's expectations every season are too high and how Michigan matches up w...

Football is Back! Expectations Are Sky High, What Could Go Wrong? from 2019-08-26T03:00:56

In this episode we cover the entire Michigan football landscape, starting with the offense (3:00), the defense (19:00), and special teams (28:45). We dive into prop bets (32:00), break down Mich...

A Busy Michigan Summer with Franz & Juwan in Ann Arbor from 2019-07-11T02:47:44

In this episode we catch up on all things we missed this summer, including Michigan's signing of Franz Wagner (3:00), how he fits in with the rest of the roster (7:30), how Iggy and Jordan Poole...

The Basketball Season is Over (Mostly) and Michigan Football is Fun Again from 2019-04-16T02:13:55

In this episode we break down the end of Michigan's season in a disappointing loss to Texas Tech (1:00), the Wolverines' top three scorers declaring for the NBA Draft (4:15), Michigan's foray in...

All Aboard the Isaiah Livers Fan Club Plus Sweet 16 Preview & Predictions from 2019-03-27T02:41:02

In this episode we discuss the opening weekend featuring Duke and UCF (3:15), preview Duke, MSU, Virginia Tech and LSU in the East (9:00), discuss Michigan's first two games, preview the game ag...

Big Ten Tournament Recap & NCAA Tournament Preview & Predictions from 2019-03-20T02:46:19

In this episode, we discuss Michigan's undoing at the Big Ten Tournament (3:00), Zion's terror in the East (10:00), Gonzaga, Michigan and Buffalo look to advance in the West (24:30), can Virgini...

Sparta Remains Our Sworn Enemy and Big Ten Tournament Preview with Eric Shapiro from 2019-03-12T01:44:23

In this episode we break down Michigan's second half stumble against Michigan State (2:30), how Michigan can solve those problems against similar teams (9:00), Big Ten Tournament preview (14:00)...

We'll Build the Castle(ton) if You Save Our Livers from 2019-03-05T04:18:16

In this episode we discuss Michigan's thrashing of Nebraska while professing our love for Colin Castleton (3:15), Zavier Simpson's hook shot masterpiece against Maryland (8:00), Michigan's rotat...

A Tragedy & Comedy, Charles Matthews is Back and MSU Part I from 2019-02-21T04:08:57

In this episode we discuss Michigan's ugly loss to Penn State and John Beilein's ejection (2:45), another defensive masterpiece against Maryland (7:00), the Minnesota rematch at the Barn (20:00)...

Zavier Simpson is Our Diminutive King and We're All in Foul Trouble from 2019-02-05T03:56:35

In this episode we break down Zavier Simpson's brilliant performance in Michigan's win over Ohio State (3:45), the Big Ten West clunker in Iowa City (8:00), Michigan ventures to New Jersey to pl...

Lockdown Defense and Mid-Season Awards with Eric Shapiro from 2019-01-29T04:14:13

In this episode we chat with special guest Eric Shapiro about his start making basketball videos on Twitter (3:00), how he  gained traction amongst the Michigan fanbase (6:30), his writing ...

Zavier Simpson is Our Jump Shooter and Ethan Happ Never Learned from 2019-01-16T04:35:26

In this episode we discuss Michigan's newest football coach Josh Gattis (2:45), Michigan's wins over Illinois and Northwestern this week (10:00), is Michigan's undefeated record due to a weak sc...

This is a Brandon Johns Podcast and No OSU Football Coaches Allowed from 2019-01-09T03:54:10

In this episode we discuss Michigan's disappearing act against Florida in the Peach Bowl (2:00), the Wolverines' success on the recruiting trail in conjunction with two coaches leaving for OSU (...

We're Somehow an 11-0 Basketball Team and We Don't Like Austin Davis from 2018-12-17T04:08:44

In this episode we break down Michigan's victory and Sean's experience in Evanston against Northwestern (1:15), Michigan's offensive firepower against South Carolina (5:30), Michigan almost lost to...

We Are a Basketball School and We Will (Mostly) Ignore Football from 2018-12-04T04:09:54

In this episode, we discuss Nick and Sean's experience attending Michigan's game in Columbus (1:00), evaluating whether Michigan's season was a success (4:15), recap Michigan's win over North Carol...

The Game... Thanksgiving OSU Pod Special from 2018-11-22T18:00:06

On Thanksgiving we talk about all things Michigan, including the basketball team's rout through the Mohegan Sun tournament (1:30), preview the OSU game (6:00), how Michigan's defense stacks up agai...

Michigan Handles Rutgers & Nova, Ready for Casino Tourney & Indiana from 2018-11-16T04:13:51

In this episode we discuss Michigan's defensive stalwart against Holy Cross (2:45), the comprehensive beatdown of Villanova in Philly (4:00), what impressed us from the first three games (9:00), Mi...

Michigan Mauls Penn State, Bring on Rutgers and Early Basketball Talk from 2018-11-09T01:58:42

In this episode we discuss Michigan's ass-kicking of Penn State (1:15), does any team scare us outside of Alabama and season current season expectations (8:30), our Rutgers preview (11:15), the nat...

The Revenge Tour Continues with Penn State and We Want Bama (To Win) from 2018-11-01T22:57:32

In this episode we discuss Maryland’s firing of former Michigan coach D.J. Durkin (2:00), preview Penn State (7:00), whether Tarik Black could change Michigan’s offense (11:15), analyze the CFP ran...

Our Michigan 2018-19 Basketball Preview from 2018-10-28T23:00

In this episode we preview the full Michigan basketball team. We start with point guard battle between Zavier Simpson and two guys chasing him (1:30), move to shooting guard to discuss the fearless...

Michigan is Devin "Bush League" After Beating Michigan State & Ohio State Might be in Real Trouble from 2018-10-26T03:46:16

In this episode we cover everything from the Michigan-Michigan State game, including the pregame antics (4:00), Michigan's elite defense (9:00), Michigan's steady offense and praise for Karan Higdo...

Alex Hornibrook Actually Plays for Michigan & Michigan State Preview with Robert Bondy from 2018-10-19T02:17:23

In this episode we discuss Michigan's ass-kicking of Wisconsin in Ann Arbor (2:45), should Paul Chryst be on the hot seat (6:00), Robert Bondy joins us to talk about Michigan State's season up to t...

Shea Squashes Terrapins and Wisconsin Preview with Noah Stern from 2018-10-11T04:09:29

In this jam-packed episode, we discuss Michigan's comprehensive victory over Maryland (2:00), Michigan's offense finding its groove (5:00), previewing Wisconsin's start to the season and what they ...

Shea Scrambles to Safety & Maryland's Toxic Program from 2018-10-02T20:06:45

In this episode we discuss Michigan's uninspiring victory over Northwestern (2:00), the rapid defensive improvement in the second half (5:00), Karan Higdon's excellent performance (8:00), our bigge...

Scott Frost Is Now Vapor and Northwestern with Jamie Klein from 2018-09-28T02:45:34

In this episode we discuss Michigan's shellacking of Nebraska (2:15), the emergence of Hutchinson and Turner (5:45), what we want to see against Northwestern (10:15), our interview with Jamie Klein...

Sean's Train Adventures & Nebraska Preview with Jess Howes from 2018-09-21T01:39:53

In this episode we discuss Michigan's win over SMU (1:30), what position groups impressed us (5:00), which individuals we're highest on so far (7:30), our Nebraska interview with Jess Howes about t...

We Have All The Naomi Osaka Stock & Michigan WR Touchdowns from 2018-09-14T02:28:39

In this episode we discuss our new hero Naomi Osaka's U.S. Open victory (2:00), Michigan's State disastrous trip to Tempe (7:00), Michigan's dominant performance over Western Michigan (9:15), previ...

Sean, Nick & Shea Bring Back A Loss From South Bend from 2018-09-07T02:53:40

In this episode, we discuss everything Notre Dame, including their experience in South Bend (2:00), Josh Metellus' questionable targeting call (5:45), Michigan's overall defensive effort (8:45), Mi...

Football is Finally Back! The Notre Dame Preview Episode from 2018-08-28T01:53:49

In this episode we discuss Michigan's final two basketball games in Spain (2:45), Tarik Black's horrible injury news (5:00), and preview the Michigan-Notre Dame showdown in South Bend (13:15).

Iggy in Iberia, Shea's the Starter & Strenuous Schedules from 2018-08-21T23:44:53

In this episode we discuss Michigan Basketball's trip to Spain (2:00), Michigan's basketball schedule (5:00), Urban Meyer and DJ Durkin scandals (6:45), Shea Patterson officially named the starter ...

Shea's Stadium, Nervous Birds & We Love Sports from 2018-07-31T01:00:02

In this episode we discuss Kareem Walker's transfer from Michigan (2:15), Shea Patterson's venture into baseball (7:15), Harbaugh's disdain for nervous birds (11:15), Michigan basketball offseason ...

Tiger's Turnaround, Summer Basketball & Harbaugh Thoughts from 2018-07-24T01:20:32

In this episode we discuss the British Open featuring Tiger Woods and Francisco Molinari (2:15), The Basketball Tournament and Elam's Ending (9:30), the future of the three-pointer (12:15), thought...

Mbappe's Magic, Wimbledon Warriors & Summer League Legends from 2018-07-17T00:15:05

In this episode we discuss the World Cup final (1:15), our surprise teams of the tournament (6:15), a Kylian Mbappe lovefest (11:30), did Luka Modric deserve the Golden Ball (15:45), far-fetched pr...

France's Final, Duncan's Buckets & Summer Football Talk from 2018-07-12T01:33:46

In this episode we discuss France's knockout over Belgium (2:45), Croatia denies England bringing it home (7:00), Duncan Robinson getting paid (13:00), Sean's recruiting talk (18:30), Jaron Faulds ...

Spanish Ruins, Belgian Triumph & Mo and LeBron Takeover LA from 2018-07-03T01:41:44

In this episode we discuss the France and Argentina epic (1:15), Uruguay's staunch defense (4:00), Putin's takedown of Spain (8:00), Croatia's PK heroics against Denmark (12:30), Neymar and co. ove...

German Golazos, Moe Joins LA and Sean's Geography Lesson from 2018-06-26T03:26:07

In this episode, Sean breaks down Michigan football's recruiting update (1:30), Moe gets drafted to the Lakers (6:00), top NBA draft picks (11:00), under the radar picks (17:00), Uruguay's demoliti...

Phil Breaks the Rules, World Cup Recap & NBA Draft Preview from 2018-06-20T03:17:39

In this episode, Nick explains what happened at the U.S. Open (1:30), Putin's victorious Russia (10:00), a Spain-Portugal epic (13:00), France's lackluster start (16:45), Messi's mishaps against Ic...

The Michigan Guys Preview the World Cup from 2018-06-11T04:07:56

We go through every group in the World Cup, starting with Mo Salah, Russia and Uruguay in Group A (3:00), why we think Cristiano Ronaldo and Spain should advance in Group B (8:00), why we believe e...

Charles Matthews Returns & John Beilein Likes Detroit Pizza? from 2018-06-05T03:23:57

This week we discuss the returners from the NBA Draft in the Big Ten (2:30), Charles Matthews' return (7:30), Jalen Wilson commits (11:30), Michigan basketball scheduling notes (14:00), Beilein may...

Nick's Beach Bod, Defensive Hairstyles & Sean's Bat & Balls from 2018-05-28T23:21:46

This week we look at the defense, starting with the defensive line and compare it to previous years (2:30), talk about the linebackers and Devin Bush's new haircut (8:15), the improvement of the de...

New Quarterbacks, NFL Tight Ends and Cantina Margaritas from 2018-05-14T02:08:36

This week we break down the offense, analyzing the quarterback situation (3:30), the solid play of the running backs (9:15), the potential of the wide receivers (14:30), the NFL tight ends (20:00),...

Shea Patterson is Eligible and Sean Loves New York Boutiques from 2018-05-06T21:55:38

In this episode, we discuss Michigan in the NFL Draft (2:00), our opinion of the top drafted QBs (4:30), Big Ten drafted players (8:00), Shea Patterson! (11:00), who it impacts (15:15), Charles Mat...

The Amazon Documentary Lovefest of Don Brown & Pep Hamilton from 2018-04-24T03:42:42

In this episode we discuss the offensive coordinators and playcallers (2:45), our impression of the quarterbacks (6:45), our honest takes on Jim Harbaugh (11:30), the outstanding defense and the le...

Goodbye to Our German Friend Moritz & Season Recap from 2018-04-17T02:36:07

We talk about the departure of Moritz Wagner, say goodbye to Ibi Watson, Duncan Robinson, MAAR, Brent Hibbits and Jaaron Simmons. Plus, our experiences going to the games and Sean's hot takes in Ap...