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Brian recaps a busy week around campus, including details on the hockey team's sweep at Denver, a resilient win for volleyball at Illinois, and a contract extension for baseball's Tracy Smith. Then, we dig deeper into the top-ranked Michigan hockey team with Jayden Perron, who reacts to the successful weekend trip, breaks down his high-scoring start to the season, and looks ahead to Friday's matchup with Western Michigan. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .
10h ago11 min
On this week's "Seven from 77," Jon shares his thoughts on the Wolverines' quarterback situation following the victory over Penn State, provides his initial analysis on the Indiana Hoosiers, and breaks down a wild week of college football. Then, the reigning Big Ten Defensive Player of the Week - Michigan defensive back Chris Bracy - sat down with Jon Jansen around the 32-minute mark to detail some of his important plays from the win over Penn State and discuss the defense's keys to success so far this season. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .
1d ago40 min
We visit with two new members of the Michigan Basketball family this week on Defend the Block. Dallas Loughridge from the women's basketball program begins the show by detailing her journey to Ann Arbor, breaking down her game, and sharing her early impressions of the team. Then, Kenny Noland from the men's basketball program stops by around the 15-minute mark to discuss his fit on the roster and reflect on the unique circumstances around his eligibility. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .
2d ago25 min
The 2023 national champions host the 2025 national champions this weekend in Ann Arbor, and our coverage began on Monday night with our weekly radio show. Head Coach Kyle Whittingham kicked off the program with a wide-ranging discussion on last week's victory over Penn State and the opportunith ahead against the Indiana Hoosiers. Then, Jon visited with offensive coordinator Jason Beck around the 24-minute mark before closing the show with running back Bryson Kuzdzal. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .
2d ago45 min
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 19-minute mark for interviews with Head Coach Kyle Whittingham and five players: Tommy Carr, Savion Hiter, Bryson Kuzdzal, Blake Frazier, and John Henry Daley. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .
4d ago31 min
Brian Boesch shares his thoughts on the Wolverines' exhibition win on Friday and Justin Joyner's return to Ann Arbor. Then, we begin our postgame interviews around the 10-minute mark, as Head Coach Mike Boynton Jr. and three players (Kenny Noland, J.P. Estrella, and Quinn Costello) react to the victory. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .
5d ago18 min
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. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .
6d ago13 min
Brian recaps a busy week around campus, including some key victories for ice hockey, field hockey, volleyball, and women's soccer. Then, wrestling Head Coach Sean Bormet stops by to preview the upcoming season, break down his talented freshman class, and discuss the challenges of the Wolverines' non-conference schedule. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .
Oct 1521 min
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 SavionHiter 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. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .
Oct 1441 min
We begin the show with women's basketball junior Te'Yala Delfosse, who reflects on her first two years in the Maize and Blue, details the team's work this offseason, and looks ahead to an exciting schedule, including the opener against UConn. Then, new men's basketball assistant coach KT Harrell stops by around the 15-minute mark to discuss his journey to his promotion this offseason, some takeaways from the Wolverines' exhibition opener, and the matchup with Oregon State on Friday night. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .
Oct 1329 min
The bye week is over, and Michigan Football is busy preparing for a visit from Penn State. Head Coach Kyle Whittingham (1:00), defensive tackles coach Larry Black (25:00), and senior Jonah Lea'ea (42:00) recapped the off weekend and looked ahead to the matchup with the Nittany Lions on Monday's radio show. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .
Oct 1346 min
The Wolverines posted a wire-to-wire win over Eastern Michigan on Sunday afternoon. Brian Boesch recaps Michigan's first exhibition before Terry Mills provides his perspective. Our postgame interviews begin around the nine-minute mark, as Brian visits with Head Coach Mike Boynton Jr. and three players - Joseph Hartman, Jalen Reed, and Moustapha Thiam. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .
Oct 1117 min
In this week's Michigan Athletics update, we hear from head coach Brandon Naurato after a season-opening sweep for Michigan Hockey and senior Lilley Bosley after her game-winning goal for Michigan women's soccer at Indiana. Then, we preview next week's Women in Sports: Elevate HER Summit with emcee Andrea Joyce. Joyce discusses her excitement for being involved with such a meaningful event, reflects on the impact that attending Michigan had on her career, and shares some great stories from her Hall of Fame sportscasting career. The Women in Sports: Elevate HER Summit is next Thursday, October 15, at Crisler Center, and it will bring together high-profile, powerful women in the sports industry for an intentional evening of storytelling, leadership development, and networking. Learn more at MGoBlue.com/Tickets. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .
Oct 833 min
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 36-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. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .
Oct 749 min
Once again this week, we have a guest from both Michigan Basketball programs. At the beginning of the episode, women's basketball star Olivia Olson discusses her work this offseason, the other key players in the program, and the excitement for the upcoming campaign. Then, men's basketball assistant Kyle Church stops by around the 16-minute mark to detail a wild summer for the program, share his thoughts on the team's practices so far, and break down the Wolverines' non-conference schedule. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .
Oct 635 min
Another episode of "Inside Michigan Football" aired on Monday night, as Head Coach Kyle Whittingham (2:00), defensive coordinator Jay Hill (23:00), and defensive lineman Bobby Kanka (37:00) shared their thoughts on Saturday's game at Minnesota and looked ahead to the bye week. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .
Oct 644 min
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 around the 13-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. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .
Oct 323 min
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! See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .
Oct 113 min
Brian recaps a busy time around campus, including a big win for men's soccer on Tuesday and the beginning of the hockey season coming up this weekend. Then, women's soccer Head Coach Dave DiIanni discusses his first season in Ann Arbor, the Wolverines' historic victory over number one Michigan State, and some of the key players on his team. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .
Oct 121 min
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 around the 38-minute mark to discuss his journey to Ann Arbor, the team's preparation for the Golden Gophers, and the chance to play with his brothers. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .
Sep 3048 min
Brian shares two great interviews this week on Defend the Block! To begin the show, Kim Barnes Arico, the Head Coach of Michigan women's basketball, recaps a busy offseason, breaks down some of the key players on the roster, and looks ahead to another daunting schedule. Then, men's basketball freshman Lincoln Cosby stops by around the 27-minute mark to discuss his journey back from injury, the time he has spent in Ann Arbor, and what to expect from his game once he returns to action. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .
Sep 2935 min
We had three great guests on Monday's "Inside Michigan Football" radio show to wrap up the Iowa game and look ahead to this weekend's trip to Minnesota. A wide-ranging conversation with Head Coach Kyle Whittingham kicked off the show. Then, running backs coach Tony Alford stopped by around the 26-minute mark, with captain Jordan Marshall joining for the final segment. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .
Sep 2946 min
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 around the 18-minute mark for interviews with Head Coach Kyle Whittingham and five players--Bryce Underwood, Evan Link, Zack Marshall, Enow Etta, and Rod Moore Jr. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .
Sep 2730 min
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! See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .
Sep 2413 min
It was a huge week on campus, as Michigan women's soccer beat the number one team in the nation for the first time in program history. Brian Boesch recaps that huge win over Michigan State and other big stories around Michigan Athletics before welcoming in volleyball Head Coach Erin Virtue. Coach Virtue discusses her team's 9-2 start, some of the key players on her roster, and the start of Big Ten play this Friday and Sunday at Crisler Center. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .
Sep 2420 min
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 around the 35-minute mark to discuss some of his important plays against UTEP, his close relationship with fellow freshman Carter Meadows, and the opportunity ahead this weekend. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .
Sep 2341 min
Incoming freshman Marcus Moller joins us for a wide-ranging conversation that touches on his cancer battle, acclimation to college basketball, and style of play. Brian concludes the episode with a few thoughts on the newly-released schedules for both Michigan Basketball programs. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .
Sep 2217 min
Big Ten play begins this weekend for the Wolverines, and we started our Michigan-Iowa coverage with Monday night's radio show. Head Coach Kyle Whittingham kicked off the program by sharing his thoughts on the performance against UTEP and looking ahead to the matchup with the Hawkeyes. Then, we spotlight the wide receiver room with assistant Marques Hagans (23:30) and sophomore Andrew Marsh (37:00). See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .
Sep 2243 min
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 around the 17-minute 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. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .
Sep 2028 min
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! See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .
Sep 1714 min
After a recap of the week that was for Michigan Athletics, Brian sits down with Brandon Naurato, head coach for Michigan Hockey. Naurato reflects on his first four seasons at the helm of the program, breaks down his talented and experienced roster, and shares his thoughts on the great opportunity ahead for the Wolverines this season. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .
Sep 1723 min
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. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .
Sep 1647 min
We continue to get to know Michigan men's basketball's freshman class, as Brian visits with Joseph Hartman this week on Defend the Block. Hartman reflects on his decision to join the Wolverines, shares his thoughts on the team's trip to Europe, and breaks down some elements of his game. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .
Sep 1516 min
Our Monday night radio show featured three great guests to recap the Wolverines' win over Oklahoma and preview the opportunity this weekend against UTEP. Head Coach Kyle Whittingham began the show before special teams coordinator Kerry Coombs stopped by around the 22-minute mark. The final segment belonged to punter Cam Brown, who discussed his unique path to football and his tremendous performance against the Sooners. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .
Sep 1544 min
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 around the 19-minute 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. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .
Sep 1233 min
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! See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .
Sep 1015 min
Brian recaps a historic weekend for men's golf, a road sweep for volleyball, and much more during his weekly recap. Then, men's soccer head coach Chaka Daley discusses his team's tough loss at Notre Dame on Sunday, his early impressions of the team through four games, and Friday's Big Ten opener against Indiana. You can get tickets for the 7 p.m. game here in Ann Arbor at MGoBlue.com/Tickets. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .
Sep 1022 min
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 35-minute mark to break down his strong game on Saturday and look ahead to the marquee clash this weekend at the Big House. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .
Sep 942 min
This weekend, eight Wolverine legends enter the Michigan Athletics Hall of Honor. One of the headliners of this year's class is former Michigan men's basketball head coach John Beilein, who joins us this week on Defend the Block. Beilein reflects on this incredible honor, details some memorable moments in Ann Arbor, and shares his thoughts on the current status of the program. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .
Sep 826 min
Our Oklahoma game week coverage began on Monday night with our "Inside Michigan Football" Radio Show. At the beginning of the show, Jon visited with Head Coach Kyle Whittingham for two wide-ranging segments. Then, wide receivers coach Micah Simon stopped by around the 24-minute mark to discuss his room and some areas of improvement for this week. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .
Sep 844 min
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 20-minute 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. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .
Sep 637 min
It was an eventful trip for Michigan men's basketball to Lithuania and Croatia, and head coach Mike Boynton Jr. sits down with Brian Boesch to recap it during this bonus episode of Defend the Block. Boynton discusses the unfortunate injury to Brandon McCoy Jr., shares his thoughts on the players who suited up in Europe, and talks about a special weekend coming up for last season's national championship team. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .
Sep 426 min
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 offense, defense, and special teams, and he finishes the episode with his locker room speech! See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .
Sep 317 min
Welcome to another season of Conqu'ring Heroes, which features a new style for 2026-27! Brian Boesch will begin each episode with a quick rundown of the latest around all Michigan programs. Then, he will bring on a guest, with Field Hockey head coach Kristi Gannon Fisher kicking off the season. She recaps the Wolverines' 1-1 showing in North Carolina over the weekend, breaks down some of the key players on the team, and previews a three-game homestand that begins Friday at 5 o'clock against Kent State. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .
Sep 322 min
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 49-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. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .
Sep 256 min
With the basketball regular season just two months away, we check in with a player from both Michigan programs this week on Defend the Block. Graduate transfer Courtney Ogden kicks off the episode by discussing her decision to join the Wolverines, the key elements of her game, and some early observations from summer practices. Then, freshman Malachi Brown stops by around the 17-minute mark to break down his unique path to Ann Arbor, reflect on the days following the head coaching change, and detail the key aspects of his game. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .
Sep 128 min
The season premiere of the "Inside Michigan Football" radio show aired on Monday night along the Michigan Sports Network from LEARFIELD, including 94.7 WCSX in Detroit and 1050 WTKA in Ann Arbor. Jon Jansen sat down with Head Coach Kyle Whittingham at the beginning of the show to recap training camp and preview each position group on the team. Around the 28-minute mark, quarterbacks coach Koy Detmer stopped by to break down his room. Then, starting quarterback Bryce Underwood capped the show by discussing his improvements this offseason, his reaction to earning a captain role, and the team's excitement for Saturday night's matchup against Western Michigan. "Inside Michigan Football" airs live on Mondays from 7-8 p.m. during the season. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .
Sep 145 min
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 44-minute 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. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .
Aug 2658 min
Michigan men's basketball has a talented freshman class getting acclimated to the program, and Brian Boesch visits with two of them on this week's episode of Defend the Block. Brandon McCoy Jr. discusses his commitment to the program during the Final Four, his journey to Ann Arbor, and some key aspects of his game. Then, around the 20-minute mark, Quinn Costello reflects on his decision to become a Wolverine, breaks down his strengths and areas of improvement on the court, and shares how his parents helped him reach college basketball. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .
Aug 2536 min
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 eight-minute mark. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .
Aug 2121 min
