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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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  • English

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  • September 18 · 39 min

    Fan FAQ With Mark Owens! 

    Braves In-Game Host Mark Owens returns to Behind the Braves to answer some of the questions he hears most often from fans at Truist Park! Mark discusses how to get selected to race The Freeze, the best way to score a gate giveaway, the difference between giveaways and ticket packages, whether fans can propose on the big screen, how early to arrive at Truist Park, free tickets and much more. Plus, Mark shares what it’s been like returning to the Braves this season and why being back with Braves C

  • September 3 · 29 min

    Brent Suter

    Atlanta Braves relief pitcher Brent Suter joins the Behind the Braves podcast to talk about his whirlwind journey to Atlanta, including finding out he’d been traded to the Braves while on the golf course.

  • September 2 · 42 min

    Mastodon

    Mastodon’s Troy Sanders and Brann Dailor join Behind the Braves for a wide-ranging conversation about music, baseball and their deep connection to Atlanta.Troy and Brann discuss the creative process behind Mastodon’s new album, Marrow Deep, the band’s desire to continue exploring new sounds more than 25 years into their career, and what it means to represent Atlanta around the world. They also look back on the unforgettable experience of performing at Black Sabbath and Ozzy Osbourne’s historic “

  • July 30 · 42 min

    Top 10 Trades In Braves History

    It's time for another edition of Behind the Braves: Historian Tour! Braves Historian Sam Wallace joins Ricky Mast to count down his picks for the 10 greatest trades in Braves history.

  • July 23 · 32 min

    UGA Head Baseball Coach Wes Johnson

    University of Georgia Head Baseball Coach Wes Johnson joins Behind the Braves to discuss his remarkable coaching journey and life in baseball!

  • July 13 · 36 min

    Top 10 BravesVision Games of 2026's First Half With Wiley Ballard

    Braves Senior Manager of Digital Media Content Ricky Mast is joined by BravesVision's Wiley Ballard for a fun look back at the first half of the 2026 Braves season. Together, they count down the 10 best games that aired on BravesVision, reliving unforgettable moments, dramatic finishes, standout performances, and the broadcasts that made BravesVision's inaugural first half one to remember. Whether you watched every pitch or just want to revisit the biggest moments from the first half, this episo

  • July 8 · 35 min

    Sid Bream

    Atlanta Braves legend Sid Bream joins Braves Senior Manager of Digital Media Content Ricky Mast on this episode of Behind the Braves for a heartfelt and entertaining conversation covering his remarkable baseball journey and the moment that forever made him a Braves icon.

  • June 18 · 37 min

    All-Time Braves Defensive Team

    It's time for another edition of the Braves Historian Tour on Behind the Braves! Braves Historian Sam Wallace joins the show to go position by position and reveal who he believes is the greatest defensive player in Braves history at each position on the field. From legends of the past to modern stars, Sam shares the stories and reasoning behind each selection. Want to learn even more about Braves history? Book a tour at Braves.com/tours. Follow Sam Wallace on X: @BravesHistorian and on Instagram

  • June 10 · 36 min

    Braves Country Fest Preview With Mark Owens

    🎸🤠 Braves Country Fest is almost here! On this episode of Behind the Braves, host Ricky Mast is joined by Braves In-Game Host Mark Owens and Braves Senior Coordinator of Digital Marketing Victoria Rossman to preview one of the biggest summer events at Truist Park. The trio breaks down the star-studded Braves Country Fest lineup featuring Cody Johnson, Ella Langley, ERNEST, Mackenzie Carpenter and the artists performing on the Whiskey Jam Stage. They also share their favorite country artists, discuss live music memories, and offer some "dad advice" for surviving an all-day music festival. If you're headed to Braves Country Fest on June 13, this episode will get you ready for a full day of music, fun and memories in The Battery Atlanta. 🎤 Featured Artists: • Cody Johnson • Ella Langley • ERNEST • Mackenzie Carpenter • Scoot Teasley • Zach John King • Colton Bowlin 📍 Braves Country Fest 🗓 June 13 🏟 Truist Park & The Battery Atlanta 🤠 Braves.com/bcf Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

  • May 27 · 23 min

    Jeremy Hefner

    On this episode of Behind the Braves, host Ricky Mast sits down with Atlanta Braves pitching coach Jeremy Hefner for an in-depth conversation about his baseball journey, coaching philosophy, and what makes the Braves pitching staff so successful. Hefner shares stories from growing up in Oklahoma, falling in love with baseball while watching the Braves on TV, and his path from lightly recruited high school pitcher to Major League Baseball. He opens up about getting called up to the big leagues w

  • May 13 · 30 min

    Remembering Bobby Cox and Ted Turner

    Greg McMichael joins host Ricky Mast on this episode of Behind the Braves to reflect on the lives and legacies of two towering figures in Braves history: legendary manager Bobby Cox and longtime Braves owner Ted Turner.McMichael shares personal memories from his playing days under Cox during the Braves’ dynasty years, including stories from spring training, Bobby’s loyalty to his players, his unforgettable arguments with umpires, and the leadership style that made players feel like family. He al

  • April 25 · 26 min

    Historian Tour: 1976 Nickname Jerseys

    Step back into one of the most colorful—and unconventional—chapters in Braves history. In this installment of Behind the Braves: Historian Tour, team historian Sam Wallace joins the show to unpack the story behind the infamous 1976 “nickname” jerseys—an experiment that saw players swap their last names for nicknames on the backs of their uniforms.

  • April 14 · 1 hr 8 min

    VP of Marketing & Innovation Greg Mize

    In this episode of Behind the Braves, Ricky Mast sits down for a wide-ranging conversation with his boss, Greg Mize, Vice President of Marketing & Innovation for the Atlanta Braves.

  • March 13 · 50 min

    Historian Tour: Braves Ballparks

    In this episode of our Historian Tour series, Braves Historian Sam Wallace takes us on a journey through every home ballpark in the history of the Braves!

  • February 27 · 28 min

    Daytona 500 Champion Tyler Reddick 

    Tyler Reddick joins the show to discuss winning the 2026 Daytona 500, his family connection to baseball (his late father-in-law Jose DeLeon was a pitcher in Major League Baseball for 13 seasons), what it's like having Michael Jordan as his boss, and plays a fun game of “Baseball player or NASCAR driver?”

  • February 11 · 53 min

    Mark Owens Returns!

    Longtime Braves In-Game Host Mark Owens is returning to Truist Park in 2026! On this episode of Behind the Braves, Mark talks about his excitement to be back at the ballpark this season and recalls some of his favorite memories over the years as Braves In-Game Host.

  • January 22 · 31 min

    Historian Tour: The Braves Come to Atlanta

    Welcome back to another season of Behind the Braves! In this episode, we’re launching a new series: Historian Tour. Braves Historian Sam Wallace will join us for a monthly sit-down recapping iconic moments in Braves history. Let’s begin by taking it back sixty years to the Braves arriving in Atlanta. 

  • Dec 3, 2025 · 33 min

    The Making Of “FINALLY! The ’95 Braves”

    Ricky takes listeners behind the scenes to discuss the making of “FINALLY! The ’95 Braves presented by Harrah’s Cherokee Casinos” including the backstory, the process and some interesting moments during the production.

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