Leaders and Next

Episode 08 - Offensive Lineman Greg Crippen

After spending time behind some All-American transfers at Center for the last few years, Greg Crippen is ready to break onto the scene in a big way in 2024, competing for the starting center role.  Greg joins the L&N podcast to talk about his journey to Michigan by way of the prestigious IMG Academy, his preparation for this season, and settle a few major disputes among Michigan fans - including what's better, Mr. Brightside or Pump It Up.

Episode 07 - Defensive Back Zeke Berry

We catch up with defensive back Zeke Berry to talk about his journey from Northern CA to Michigan and his ascent to one of Michigan's key players for the 2024 season. We dive deeper into his breakout performance in the 2024 Spring Game, and he dishes on where we'll see him on the field in 2024 and much more!

Episode 06 - Wide Receiver Tyler Morris

Tyler Morris joins the podcast for an awesome interview, where he discusses the adversity he overcame in high school to make it Michigan, the wide receiver room's "underdog" status heading in 2024 ... and of course, an in-depth review of his Rose Bowl touchdown!

Episode 05 - Offensive Lineman Andrew Gentry

We talk to (Joe Moore Award-winning) offensive lineman Andrew Gentry about his incredible recruiting journey to Michigan, his basketball playing days, a future career in sales...and much more.
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Episode 04 - Tight End Zack Marshall

On Episode 04 of Leaders and Next podcast, Zack Marshall joins the podcast, talks about his journey to Michigan and his recruiting process, his life off the field as a student-athlete diving into his busy schedule, how the Ross School of Business has benefitted him, and players to watch out for this upcoming season!

Episode 03 - Max Bredeson (with co-host Davis Warren)

Max Bredeson joins the podcast, accompanied by co-host (and Leaders & Next alumni) Davis Warren.  We talk about Max's skills as a blocker, pass-catcher, quarterback (?!) and more!  

Episode 02 - Defensive Lineman Cameron Brandt

On Episode 02 of Leaders and Next podcast, Cameron Brandt joins the L&N team to share his journey from SoCal to Michigan, reflect on his first season with the team, discuss the challenges of pursuing a mechanical engineering degree while playing football ... and much more!

Episode 01 - Quarterback Davis Warren

In our first episode, Michigan quarterback Davis Warren joined the Leaders and Next podcast to talk about his incredible journey to Michigan, balancing football and business school, and share an all-time great Jim Harbaugh story.