E52 | The University of Michigan’s 7 Mellow Men: Episode 7

E52 | The University of Michigan’s 7 Mellow Men: Episode 7

From Jess for 30 by Jess For 30

January 23, 2026 · 12 min

About this episode

Ron takes to the field of the Big House to honor the legacy of the 7 Historic Mellow Men at the University of Michigan.

Today is the Mellow Men’s Super Bowl! Join Ron as he takes to the field of the Big House, where the University of Michigan honors the 7 Historic Mellow Men. With their legacy of excellence, unity, and service to the Michigan community, this tribute celebrates not just their seasons and championships, but their lifelong impact as leaders and makers of change. 00:00 Welcome to The Big House 01:32 Interview with Ann Arbor Mayor Christopher Taylor 03:23 Billy Taylor on Mellow Men History 04:35 Councilman Chris Watson on Recognition 05:37 Glenn Doughty and Reggie McKenzie 07:14 Honoring the Seven Mellow Men 09:23 Legacy of the Mellow Men _____________ The past is worth revisiting. Join Ron Jess as he sits down with people from his past to explore their origins, interests, and memories. Ron's casual interview style mixed with his guests' interesting history are sure to keep you entertained. This is #JessFor30. Check out the podcast on Youtube! Guest Links Website: https://historic-7mellowmen.org/the-playbook/ Butch Carpenter Endowment Fund: https://giving.umich.edu/um/w/alden-j.-butch-carpenter-law-memorial-scholarship-301572 Dr. Billy Taylor’s Get Back Up Foundation…

People in this episode

Host: Ron

Guest: Christopher Taylor

Topics covered

  • University of Michigan
  • Mellow Men
  • sports history
  • community impact
  • leadership

Keywords

  • Mellow Men
  • University of Michigan
  • Ron Jess
  • sports legacy
  • community leaders

Sponsors

Clark Lake Golf Course, Mama Mia's Pizza, Dr. Tim Kosinski

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: University of Michigan, Butch Carpenter Endowment Fund, Get Back Up Foundation, Reggie McKenzie Foundation

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