Behind the Braves

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. Suter discusses the full-circle experience of playing for the team he rooted for while growing up in Georgia, his first impressions of the Braves clubhouse and what makes the organization special. He also looks back on his unlikely journey from Harvard to the Major Leagues, getting drafted in the 31st round, working his way through the Minor Leagues and eventually getting the call to The Show. Plus, Suter talks about writing his children’s book The Binky Bandit, life as a father of three, his love of music and songwriting, his passion for environmental causes, the toughest hitters he’s faced and his favorite baseball movie. And, of course, Brent shows off some of the impressions that have made him one of baseball’s most entertaining personalities! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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 “Back to the Beginning” concert and share stories about meeting and touring with some of their musical heroes.Plus, the guys dive into their Braves fandom — from Troy growing up going to games with his family and discovering that Dale Murphy lived nearby, to Brann adopting the Braves after moving to Atlanta and celebrating the 2021 World Series championship with his neighborhood. They also talk Hank Aaron, Thin Lizzy, band chemistry, their baseball walk-up songs and much more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Brian Snitker joins a special edition of the Behind the Braves podcast, recorded live at Truist Park during Braves Alumni Weekend!In a fun conversation with Braves Game Day Plaza Host Chadalac, Snitker talks about life after nearly five decades in the Braves organization, enjoying retirement with his family and staying connected to the team. He also shares his thoughts on the current Braves, the lessons he learned from Bobby Cox, some of the great players he watched develop during his years in the Minor Leagues and much more.Plus, Snitker discusses his favorite ballparks, baseball’s new rules, his connection to Bull Durham, what’s still on his retirement bucket list and why there’s no question in his mind that Hank Aaron is the greatest baseball player of all time. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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.From franchise-altering blockbuster deals to under-the-radar moves that changed the course of Braves history, Sam reveals the trades that had the biggest impact on the organization. Along the way, he shares the stories behind each deal, why they mattered, and how they helped shape generations of Braves baseball.Whether you're a lifelong Braves fan or just love baseball history, this episode is packed with unforgettable players, fascinating stories, and plenty of debate.Want to learn even more about Braves history? Book a Historian Tour at Truist Park: Braves.com/toursFollow Sam Wallace:X: @BravesHistorianInstagram: @braveshistorian Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

University of Georgia Head Baseball Coach Wes Johnson joins Behind the Braves to discuss his remarkable coaching journey and life in baseball! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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 episode is packed with stories, behind-the-scenes insight, and plenty of Braves baseball conversation. Subscribe to Behind the Braves for more exclusive interviews, stories, and conversations from inside the Atlanta Braves organization Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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. Sid shares stories from his childhood in Pennsylvania, growing up in a family gospel singing group, his path to Liberty University, and the legendary home run he hit onto Interstate 81 while playing college baseball. He also reflects on his time with the Dodgers and Pirates, the emotions surrounding his move to Atlanta, and how the 1991 Braves transformed from last place to one of the most beloved teams in baseball history. Of course, Sid also revisits "The Slide" from the 1992 NLCS and why he believes that unforgettable moment happened for a greater purpose. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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

🎸🤠 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

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 with the New York Mets, battling injuries that ended his playing career, and how he unexpectedly found his way into coaching. Jeremy also discusses what drew him to Atlanta, working alongside manager Walt Weiss, and the day-to-day life of a big-league pitching coach. Plus, he gives fascinating insight into the development of Braves starter Bryce Elder and explains how communication, trust, and relationships are at the center of his coaching style. You’ll also hear Jeremy talk about: -His favorite players growing up, including Ken Griffey Jr. -The surreal story of being recruited in a McDonald’s parking lot -Transitioning from player to coach-Balancing analytics with personal connection -His music taste ranging from grunge and nu metal to country and Christian music Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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 also discusses Turner’s vision for transforming the Braves into “America’s Team” through TBS, his competitive spirit, and the larger-than-life personality that shaped generations of Braves fans across the country. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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. Wallace dives into how the idea came to life under new owner Ted Turner, whose bold, outside-the-box approach brought a wave of attention-grabbing (and sometimes head-scratching) promotional stunts to Atlanta. From the inspiration behind the jerseys to why the concept was so short-lived, this episode explores the intersection of baseball, marketing, and personality during a transformative era for the franchise Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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. Greg shares his journey from his early roots and upbringing to his college experience, and he walks through his career path in sports—detailing how he got his start, the key stops along the way, and what ultimately led him to Atlanta and a leadership role with the Braves. The conversation then dives into two of the most exciting recent developments in the organization. Greg gives a behind-the-scenes look at the creation and launch of BravesVision, the Braves’ new television network, including the vision behind it, and the challenges of building it from the ground up. He also discusses the debut of the Braves’ new City Connect uniforms—breaking down the inspiration, storytelling, and fan impact behind the design. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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

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

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

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

On this week’s show, listeners are given exclusive access to some bonus interview clips from the “FINALLY! The ’95 Braves” docu-series! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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

On October 28, 1995, the Atlanta Braves brought home the first major professional sports championship to the City of Atlanta.  “FINALLY! The ’95 Braves” presented by Harrah's Cherokee Casinos tells the story of that historic season through the memories of 20 players and personnel from the 1995 Atlanta Braves, including Baseball Hall of Famers Chipper Jones, Tom Glavine, Greg Maddux, John Smoltz and Fred McGriff, as well as Braves Hall of Famers David Justice, Javy Lopez and Leo Mazzone.Part 2 gives an in-depth look at the key moments and games of the 1995 National League Division Series vs. the Colorado Rockies and the 1995 National League Championship Series vs. the Cincinnati Reds. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On October 28, 1995, the Atlanta Braves brought home the first major professional sports championship to the City of Atlanta.  “FINALLY! The ’95 Braves” presented by Harrah's Cherokee Casinos tells the story of that historic season through the memories of 20 players and personnel from the 1995 Atlanta Braves, including Baseball Hall of Famers Chipper Jones, Tom Glavine, Greg Maddux, John Smoltz and Fred McGriff, as well as Braves Hall of Famers David Justice, Javy Lopez and Leo Mazzone.Part 1 examines the pressure that had been building since the Braves’ arrival to Atlanta in 1966 for the team to win a World Series. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On October 28, 1995, the Atlanta Braves brought home the first major professional sports championship to the City of Atlanta.  “FINALLY! The ’95 Braves” presented by Harrah's Cherokee Casinos tells the story of that historic season through the memories of 20 players and personnel from the 1995 Atlanta Braves, including Baseball Hall of Famers Chipper Jones, Tom Glavine, Greg Maddux, John Smoltz and Fred McGriff, as well as Braves Hall of Famers David Justice, Javy Lopez and Leo Mazzone.Part 3 takes listeners on a journey through the entire 1995 World Series and the celebration that followed.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Our 2025 NL Rookie of the Year, Drake Baldwin, joins us for this week’s episode! Hear all about Drake’s rookie season and how he’s adjusting to life in the bigs.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Hear from Braves Stadium Host Lauren Sadd as she talks about her career path, her upbringing, and the newest Braves podcast she is hosting.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Braves Director of Marketing and Advertising Jori Palmer joins the show to talk about the newest official Braves podcast: Braves Country Convos! And for the first time ever on Behind the Braves the tables are turned as Ricky becomes the guest! About Braves Country Convos: Join Jori Palmer and Lauren Sadd for some fun, lighthearted, and unexpected discussions as they interview guests with strong Braves Country ties about the things that connect us all. Whether you’re a diehard fan or just love a good story, you’ll find laughs, insight, and community right here. Available now on YouTube, Apple Podcasts, Spotify or wherever you get your podcasts!  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

NASCAR Driver Christopher Bell joins the show to talk about his journey as a race car driver and his first visit to Truist Park.   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Mark Bowman of MLB.com joins the show to discuss the work to be done to the Braves roster for the 2026 season. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We take a look back to our interview with Braves Hall of Famer Rico Carty! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

1995 World Series Champion and current Senior Director of Alumni Relations Greg McMichael joins the show to recap the 1995 World Series Championship team celebration held at Truist Park over the weekend!  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Braves Entertainment Host “Chadalac” joins the show to talk about his career and his role as a gameday host.   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Team Historian Sam Wallace joins the show for this week’s Front Office Feature. Wallace shares what his day-to-day looks like, how he got his start in sports, and some of his favorite artifacts + stories from over twenty years with the team.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

After spending the last few days in Bristol, Tennessee for the Speedway Classic, Ricky is back in the office at Truist Park and answers questions from Behind the Braves listeners! You can submit your questions or comments to btb@braves.com for a chance to have them answered on a future episode of Behind the Braves! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Former NASCAR Cup Series driver Rick Mast (also known as Ricky’s Dad) joins Ricky to talk about the Speedway Classic, hanging out with Braves players and coaches in the 90's, their favorite memories of Bristol Motor Speedway, what makes Bristol such a special place, an infamous softball game between the drivers of NASCAR and the NHRA, and more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We take a look back at Ricky and Greg's conversation with Hank Aaron in 2019! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Highlights from the 2025 All-Star Media Day at the Coca-Cola Roxy with Chris Sale, Matt Olson, Ronald Acuña Jr. and Brian Snitker!  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Braves pitcher Grant Holmes joins the show to talk about growing up in South Carolina as a Braves fan, what it was like to grind through a decade in the minors before getting the call to the big leagues, and more!  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Hank Aaron Fellow Jaylen Holmes joins the show to discuss the Hank Aaron Fellowship, growing up in Atlanta as a Braves fan, playing baseball in college, his career and more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Braves Senior Director of Alumni Relations & Growing The Game Greg McMichael returns to Behind the Braves to discuss the effects of extreme heat on big-league ballplayers, what it’s like when a team starts building some positive momentum on the field, last weekend’s Native American Showcase at Truist Park and the upcoming Braves Country Baseball & Softball Championships!  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Some thoughts from the office at Truist Park and…VOTE RONALD! Braves.com/vote   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

As we prepare for the 2025 MLB All-Star Game at Truist Park, Braves legends Andruw Jones, Dan Uggla and Bruce Benedict reflect upon their fondest memories of playing in the All-Star Game and participating in the Home Run Derby!  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Live from Spire Motorsports Fan Day with NASCAR Truck Series drivers Rajah Caruth and Andrés Pérez De Lara! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Behind the Braves travels up to Spire Motorsports to talk about the Speedway Classic and more with NASCAR Cup Series drivers Carson Hocevar, Michael McDowell and Justin Haley!  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Fanduel Sports Network’s Wiley Ballard joins the show to talk his first full season covering the Braves and his Atlanta-based upbringing. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Nascar driver Ty Dillon joins the show to talk about his Braves fandom and the upcoming MLB Speedway Classic in Bristol this August. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Paul Byrd joins the show to talk about his hiatus from broadcasting, his family, and his return to TVs across Braves Country Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Braves pregame and postgame radio host Barrett Sallee joins the show to talk about his career in sports media and his first season with Braves Radio Network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Mark Bowman joins the show to discuss the Braves offense, the impact Alex Verdugo is having on the offense, Chris Sale, Drake Baldwin and more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today’s episode discusses the start of the season, a catch up on Braves Country Baseball & Softball, another Strider Vinyl Night, and the Speedway Classic. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ricky answers questions from Behind the Braves listeners! To have your questions possibly read and answered in future episodes, please send them to btb@braves.com  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Atlanta Braves President & CEO, Derek Schiller, sits down to preview all the exciting things happening around the ballclub and ballpark this year. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Professional race car driver Austin Dillon joins the show before tearing up the outfield at Truist Park! Hear why we let him do donuts on the field and all about his loyalty to Braves Country Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Pitcher AJ Smith-Shawver joins the show at Spring Training to talk about his offseason, his MLB debut, and preparing for the 2025 season Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Former Brave Marvin Freeman joins the show this week to talk about his journey in professional baseball, his baseball academy and coaching, as well as the upcoming 2025 Swingman Classic. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Charlie Culberson joins the show this week! Culberson talks growing up a Georgia native, his rise to professional baseball and what he is working on next. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week’s episode is a front office feature with Executive Director of the Atlanta Braves Foundation, Danielle Bedasse. Bedasse shares the career path that brought her to Atlanta, as well as some of her favorite Braves memories. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Writer Mark Bowman joins this episode where he shares a special holiday promotion of his book “The Franchise: A Curated History of the Braves.” He also shares some snippets of Braves history from the book, as well as discusses the offseason. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Mark Bowman joins the show this week to talk about his new book, The Franchise: Atlanta Braves.     Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Ricky and Greg (AKA Bubba and Harry) are back to discuss the making of The Day the Braves Caught Fire, what the Braves might do at the trade deadline and more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

July 20, 1993: One of the wildest days in the history of the Atlanta Braves unfolds as the Atlanta-Fulton County Stadium press box catches on fire moments before newly acquired slugger Fred McGriff is slated to make his Braves debut. “Behind the Braves Presents: The Day the Braves Caught Fire” tells the story of that day through the memories of Steve Avery, Ron Gant, Tom Glavine, David Justice, Mark Lemke, Greg Maddux, Fred McGriff, Greg McMichael, former Atlanta Journal-Constitution Braves beat writer I.J. Rosenberg, John Schuerholz, Joe Simpson, John Smoltz and sportscaster Steve Taylor, as well as through archival broadcast clips of Braves Hall of Fame announcers Skip Caray, Don Sutton and Pete Van Wieren.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Former Braves outfielder and current FOX 5 Good Day Atlanta co-anchor Ron Gant joins the show to discuss his post-baseball career as a broadcaster, transitioning from baseball broadcasting to the news broadcasting, being a member of the 30-30 club and his upcoming bobblehead giveaway!  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

B.B. Abbott, Executive Vice President and Managing Executive of Wasserman Baseball, joins the show to discuss how he became an agent, how he’s approached representing Chipper Jones throughout his career, how the Matt Olson contract extension came to be and much more!  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

MLB.com’s Mark Bowman joins the show to discuss all things 2023 Braves including the current state of the rotation, Pete Alonso’s “Throw it again” comment, AJ Smith-Shawver’s ascension to the big leagues, updates on Max Fried and Kyle Wright, Michael Harris II’s season thus far, Marcell Ozuna’s resurgence and more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Braves Development Company President and CEO Mike Plant joins the show to discuss how the idea and planning for Truist Park and The Battery Atlanta came to be, being the model for other sports franchises, the future of The Battery Atlanta and much more!  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Atlanta legend Big Boi joins the show to discuss the upcoming Outkast Night and bobblehead giveaway at Truist Park on May 25, what it was like to perform at the 2021 World Series celebration, Outkast’s influence on Atlanta culture and much more!  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices