Behind the Braves

Behind the Braves, the official podcast of the Atlanta Braves, takes fans on a journey to uncover the stories - known and untold - about our beloved team. Former Braves closer, World Series champion and current director of alumni relations Greg McMichael and MLB.com's Ricky Mast are joined by Braves legends, players and even famous fans, to share the passion and history of this proud franchise.

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The Best I Could: The Chuck Goggin Story
“The Best I Could: The Chuck Goggin Story” chronicles the incredible life and career of a former Braves infielder who narrowly escaped death multiple times en route to becoming the most decorated Vietnam War veteran to play in Major League Baseball
72 min
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Kevin McAlpin Previews The Final 2024 Regular S...
Kevin McAlpin from 680 The Fan and the Braves Radio Network joins the show to preview the Braves’ crucial final homestead of the regular season!
19 min
3
September Baseball + Postseason Potential
On this week’s episode of Behind the Braves, Greg McMichael returns to the show. Ricky and Greg discuss the current state of the team, the upcoming schedule this September, and postseason possibilities. They also touch on Braves Country Baseball & Softball.
24 min
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Front Office Feature: Anthony Esposito
On this week’s episode of Behind the Braves, Senior Vice President of Ticket Operations, Anthony Esposito, sits down to talk about his career path, his day-to-day responsibilities, and give advice to younger professionals looking to break into the sports world.
35 min
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The Boys of Brawl
August 12, 1984: The Atlanta Braves and San Diego Padres engage in what was possibly the wildest brawl in the history of Major League Baseball. “Behind the Braves Presents: The Boys of Brawl” tells the story of that day through the memories of Bruce Benedict, Bob Horner, Glenn Hubbard, Randy Johnson, Dale Murphy, and Jerry Royster, as well as through archival clips from TV and radio broadcasts.
56 min
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Brett Butler
On this week’s episode of Behind the Braves, Braves alum Brett Butler shares his journey to the big leagues, playing in an All-Star game, returning to play ball after beating cancer, and the transition from playing to coaching.
13 min
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Front Office Feature: Jeremy Strife
On this week’s episode of Behind the Braves, executive vice president of development Jeremy Strife joins the show. Strife shares all about the developing of The Battery Atlanta, as well as his journey to joining the Braves.
25 min
8
MLB Draft and the Farm System
Baseball Prospectus’ Gaurav Vedak joins the show to talk all things MLB Draft and the Braves farm system.
30 min
9
Mark Bowman on His New Book -- The Franchise: ...
Mark Bowman joins the show this week to talk about his new book, The Franchise: Atlanta Braves.
31 min
10
Tim Hudson
Braves Hall of Famer Tim Hudson joins this week’s episode! Hudson talks about his playing career, his life after baseball including coaching, and shares a little about his family and charitable work.
19 min
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Pierce Johnson
Relief pitcher Pierce Johnson joins this week’s episode to talk about his journey to the bigs. Pierce shares his experience playing in Japan, choosing to play college ball before going pro, and how growing up around baseball shaped his path.
19 min
12
Front Office Feature: John Farrell
Front office features return in this week’s episode of Behind the Braves! Manager of Premium Memberships, John Farrell, joins the show to talk about how he started working in sports and what his day-to-day looks like
21 min
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Jeff Treadway
In this week’s episode of Behind the Braves, Braves alum Jeff Treadway joins the show. Treadway talks about how he was signed after being undrafted, playing for the team he grew up watching, and his career after baseball.
17 min
14
All About Braves Country Baseball and Softball
In this episode, Greg McMichael returns to the show alongside co-host Ricky Mast. McMichael gives an update on all things Braves Country Baseball and Softball. The two also discuss the first month of Braves baseball and the recent road trip.
31 min
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Film Director Charlie Myers Discusses the Makin...
In this week’s episode of Behind the Braves, film director Charlie Myers joins the show to talk about the making of the newest Atlanta Braves documentary, Always Believe: The Ozzie Albies Story. Myers discusses traveling to Curacao to film, unraveling vulnerable topics while interviewing, and building a friendship with Ozzie himself.
21 min
16
The Matt Pack, ReClif, and Autism Awareness Month
In this week’s episode of the podcast, Matt Olson joins the show to talk about his work with ReClif, The Matt Pack ticket package he offers, and why his work in the autism community is important to him. Host Ricky Mast is also joined by a Braves A-List member with children on the autism spectrum to talk about his family’s experiences at Truist Park and how the Braves have impacted his family.
27 min
17
The 50th Anniversary of 715
This week’s episode celebrates the 50th anniversary of Hank Aaron's record-breaking 715th home run. Host Ricky Mast interviews a fan that was in attendance and gets his first-hand account at how the record-breaking moment unfolded.
15 min
18
2024 Season Preview With Kevin McAlpin
Braves Radio Network’s Kevin McAlpin sits down with Ricky to preview the 2024 season! Hear his thoughts on Spring Training, the newest Braves acquisitions, and some predictions around the league heading into the regular season.
30 min
19
Jori Palmer
Jori Palmer joins the show to discuss her role as Director of Marketing and Advertising for the Atlanta Braves, her career in sports, her advice to young professionals who dream of working in sports, and much more!
35 min
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Braves Country Baseball and Softball Launch!
Ricky and Greg (AKA Bubba and Harry) reunite to celebrate the launch of the inaugural season of Braves Country Baseball and Softball! For more information on Braves Country Baseball and Softball please visit braves.com/bcbs
28 min
21
Eugene Brooks
On this week’s episode, host Ricky Mast is joined by the Atlanta Braves Director of Diversity Marketing, Eugene Brooks. Brooks talks growing up a Braves fan, the organization’s diversity marketing initiatives, and the path he took to get where he is today
25 min
22
Win In Rome
In 2016, the Rome Braves were one of the youngest teams in Minor League Baseball. While the roster was loaded with first round draft picks and big-league prospects, this talented band of mostly teenagers would struggle mightily during the first half of the season. No one knew it at the time, but future household names such as Austin Riley, Max Fried and Ronald Acuña Jr. would lead the 2016 Rome Braves on a second-half run for the ages and lay the foundation for a historic era of excellence of Atlanta Braves baseball. “Behind the Braves Presents: Win In Rome” tells the story of this incredible team through the memories of Austin Riley, Max Fried, A.J. Minter, broadcaster Kevin Karel, manager Randy Ingle and front office executives Mike Dunn and Jonathan Schuerholz.
62 min
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Introducing Jarred Kelenic
New Braves outfielder Jarred Kelenic joins the podcast to share a little bit about himself and his excitement to be an Atlanta Brave.
13 min
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Live From 2024 Braves Fantasy Camp!
Take a trip to North Port, Florida for 2024 Braves Fantasy Camp
30 min
25
C.J. Nitkowski
Former Braves pitcher C.J. Nitkowski joins the show to talk about his new role as lead analyst on Braves telecasts on Bally Sports South and Bally Sports Southeast, how he became the first ever professional baseball player to have his own website, his thoughts on the 2024 Braves roster, and more!
33 min