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Behind the Braves

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.© 2024 MLB Advanced Media Baseball & Softball
Episodes
  • Historian Tour: 1976 Nickname Jerseys

    Historian Tour: 1976 Nickname Jerseys
    Apr 25 2026
    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
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    26 mins
  • VP of Marketing & Innovation Greg Mize

    VP of Marketing & Innovation Greg Mize
    Apr 14 2026
    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
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    1 hr and 9 mins
  • Historian Tour: Braves Ballparks

    Historian Tour: Braves Ballparks
    Mar 13 2026
    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
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    50 mins
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