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Behind the Braves

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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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Episodes

MLB Draft and the Farm System

Baseball Prospectus’ Gaurav Vedak joins the show to talk all things MLB Draft and the Braves farm system. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jul 11, 202433 min

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. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jun 26, 202421 min

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. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jun 19, 202421 min

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 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jun 13, 202422 min

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. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jun 05, 202420 min

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. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

May 09, 202433 min

Film Director Charlie Myers Discusses the Making of Always Believe: The Ozzie Albies Story

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. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

May 02, 202423 min

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. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices...

Apr 11, 202429 min

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. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Apr 04, 202417 min

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. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Mar 21, 202433 min

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! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Mar 08, 202437 min

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 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices...

Feb 28, 202431 min

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 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Feb 14, 202427 min

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 At...

Feb 07, 20241 hr 5 min

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. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jan 31, 202415 min

Live From 2024 Braves Fantasy Camp!

Take a trip to North Port, Florida for 2024 Braves Fantasy Camp. Ricky and Greg sit down with Kevin McAlpin and camper Nick Sargent to talk all things camp. From the games to the stories to the bonds formed year after year, the group shares it all! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jan 24, 202433 min

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! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jan 10, 202435 min

Jonathan Schuerholz

Braves Advance Scout Jonathan Schuerholz discusses his career in baseball as a scout, player, coach, manager and what it was like growing up around the game of baseball with his father, John Schuerholz. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Dec 14, 202334 min

2024 Begins Now

Hot stove league has officially begun as Ricky and Greg discuss what moves they would like to see the Braves make for the 2024 season. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Nov 10, 202338 min

2023 NLDS Preview

Ricky and Greg look ahead to the 2023 NLDS between the Braves and the Phillies! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Oct 06, 202340 min

Franco Garcia

Atlanta Braves Director of Baseball Player Relations Franco Garcia joins the show on Los Bravos Night to discuss his career in baseball! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Sep 29, 202343 min

Kevin McAlpin

Kevin McAlpin of 680 The Fan and the Braves Radio Network joins the show to discuss the remainder of the Braves' regular season and looks ahead to possible NLDS opponents and how the Braves will construct their NLDS roster! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Sep 21, 202328 min

2023 NL East Champs!

Greg and Ricky (AKA Bubba and Harry) discuss the Braves' sixth straight NL East title! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Sep 15, 202340 min

Ronit Shah

Ronit Shah joins the show to discuss his role as Director of Amateur Scouting for the Atlanta Braves! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Sep 07, 202333 min

Live From Alumni Weekend With Rico Carty

Newly inducted Braves Hall of Famer Rico Carty is interviewed live at Truist Park during Alumni Weekend! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Aug 24, 202318 min

John Smoltz and Jeff Francoeur

John Smoltz and Jeff Francoeur join the show to discuss their now legendary June 8th Braves broadcast with Tom Glavine and Chipper Jones and preview what might happen when the four of them reunite to do it again on Bally Sports South on August 23! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Aug 17, 202326 min

Jonathan Taylor

Jonathan Taylor joins the show to discuss his role as the first-ever Atlanta Braves Bill Bartholomay Fellow, his baseball journey as a youngster, and his life-changing injury while playing baseball at the University of Georgia. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Aug 11, 202335 min

Braves Country Baseball and Softball!

Greg and Ricky discuss Braves Country Baseball and Softball, a youth organization recently launched by the Atlanta Braves that will provide league and all-star tournament play for children 5-12 years old. Beginning in March 2024, the new program will increase participation in baseball and softball play at the local level. For more information please visit Braves.com/bcbs Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices...

Aug 03, 202327 min
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