Behind The Mask Podcast
Takeo Spikes & Tutan Reyes, Bleav · Takeo Spikes, Bleav
Show overview
Behind The Mask Podcast has been publishing since 2019, and across the 7 years since has built a catalogue of 266 episodes. That works out to roughly 140 hours of audio in total. Releases follow a fortnightly cadence.
Episodes typically run twenty to thirty-five minutes — most land between 19 min and 40 min — though episode length varies meaningfully from one episode to the next. Roughly 39% of episodes carry an explicit flag from the publisher. It is catalogued as a EN-language Sports show.
The show is actively publishing — the most recent episode landed 3 days ago, with 26 episodes already out so far this year. The busiest year was 2020, with 48 episodes published. Published by Takeo Spikes, Bleav.
From the publisher
Behind The Mask is where NFL legends keep it real — hosted by former pros Takeo Spikes and Tutan Reyes, this series dives into the untold stories of life beyond the field. From fatherhood and relationships to business, social issues, and locker room truths, each episode brings raw, personal insight from top athletes and celebrities. The show may be on pause, but the full archive is packed with powerful conversations — binge now and hear what really happens behind the mask.
Latest Episodes
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Ep 260Auburn Quarterback Byrum Brown
Auburn's new QB Byrum Brown sits down with Auburn Legend Takeo Spikes. Going with head coach Alex Golesh to Auburn, Byrum Brown discusses bringing back a winning culture to Auburn, adjusting to the SEC, & more. Tap in to the latest episode now. Subscribe for more sports podcast episodes, football interviews, and weekly breakdowns: https://www.thebtmpodcast.com/home Find YellaWood near you at yellawood.com/btm Get Your BTM Merch: https://resid3ncy.com/collections/atlanta FOLLOW US: INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/thebtmpodcast/ TWITTER: https://twitter.com/thebtmpodcast FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/thebtmpodcast/ TIKTOK: https://www.tiktok.com/@thebtmpodcast Creator, Host & Executive Producer: Takeo Spikes Creator Executive Producer: Tutan Reyes Produced by Behind the Mask Media, LLC Videography: Cre8ive Soul Productions Audio Engineer: Cre8ive Souls Productions Sounds Powered by DJ JWATTZ Artwork: Cre8ive Souls Productions (c) 2026 The Behind The Mask Podcast Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Ep 259What Makes This Auburn Football Team Special
What Makes This Auburn Football Team Different? "Complete Reshape” – Alex Golesh is bringing in a new era of Auburn Football Alex Golesh breaks down to Takeo Spikes what makes this year’s Auburn Tigers football squad different. From maintaining the Tigers' elite defensive standard to completely reshaping the offense, Coach Golesh shares insight into the culture, mindset, and daily work that’s defining Auburn football. He also dives into how D.J. Durkin and the Tigers' coaching staff is building consistency on defense while transforming the offense with new schemes and personnel. "It's fun to watch these guys go to work every day." Find YellaWood near you at yellawood.com/btm Subscribe To Our Podcast: https://www.thebtmpodcast.com/home Get Your BTM Merch: https://resid3ncy.com/collections/atlanta FOLLOW US: INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/thebtmpodcast/ TWITTER: https://twitter.com/thebtmpodcast FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/thebtmpodcast/ TIKTOK: https://www.tiktok.com/@thebtmpodcast Creator, Host & Executive Producer: Takeo Spikes Creator Executive Producer: Tutan Reyes Produced by Behind the Mask Media, LLC Videography: Cre8ive Soul Productions Audio Engineer: Cre8ive Souls Productions Artwork: Cre8ive Souls Productions (c) 2026 The Behind The Mask Podcast Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Ep 258Xavier Atkins, Auburn's All-American LB
Auburn's All-American linebacker Xavier Atkins sits down with former Auburn All-American LB & NFL Legend Takeo Spikes. He talks his follow up campaign under new Head Coach Alex Golesh & what to expect from this year's Auburn team. Find YellaWood near you at yellawood.com/btm Subscribe To Our Podcast: https://www.thebtmpodcast.com/home Get Your BTM Merch: https://resid3ncy.com/collections/atlanta FOLLOW US: INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/thebtmpodcast/ TWITTER: https://twitter.com/thebtmpodcast FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/thebtmpodcast/ TIKTOK: https://www.tiktok.com/@thebtmpodcast Creator, Host & Executive Producer: Takeo Spikes Creator Executive Producer: Tutan Reyes Produced by Behind the Mask Media, LLC Videography: Cre8ive Soul Productions Audio Engineer: Cre8ive Souls Productions Artwork: Cre8ive Souls Productions (c) 2026 The Behind The Mask Podcast Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Ep 257Auburn Head Coach Alex Golesh
Takeo Spikes sits down with Auburn Tigers Head Coach Alex Golesh for an in-depth conversation on building a winning culture on the football field. Coach Golesh shares his vision for the program, the mindset it takes to compete in today’s college football landscape, and how he’s developing players both on and off the field. From leadership philosophy to recruiting strategy and the future of Auburn football, this episode delivers real insight straight from the locker room. Find YellaWood near you at yellawood.com/btm Subscribe To Our Podcast: https://www.thebtmpodcast.com/home Get Your BTM Merch: https://resid3ncy.com/collections/atlanta FOLLOW US: INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/thebtmpodcast/ TWITTER: https://twitter.com/thebtmpodcast FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/thebtmpodcast/ TIKTOK: https://www.tiktok.com/@thebtmpodcast Creator, Host & Executive Producer: Takeo Spikes Creator Executive Producer: Tutan Reyes Produced by Behind the Mask Media, LLC Audio Engineer: Cre8ive Souls Productions Sounds Powered by DJ JWATTZ Artwork: Cre8ive Souls Productions (c) 2026 The Behind The Mask Podcast Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Ep 256Auburn Football Update
Auburn & NFL Legend Takeo Spikes gives an update on the state of Auburn football going into Spring practices. Will the Tigers bounce back under 1st year head coach Alex Golesh? Find YellaWood near you at yellawood.com/btm Subscribe To Our Podcast: https://www.thebtmpodcast.com/home Get Your BTM Merch: https://resid3ncy.com/collections/atlanta FOLLOW US: INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/thebtmpodcast/ TWITTER: https://twitter.com/thebtmpodcast FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/thebtmpodcast/ TIKTOK: https://www.tiktok.com/@thebtmpodcast Creator, Host & Executive Producer: Takeo Spikes Creator Executive Producer: Tutan Reyes Produced by Behind the Mask Media, LLC Videography: Cre8ive Soul Productions Audio Engineer: Cre8ive Souls Productions Sounds Powered by DJ JWATTZ Artwork: Cre8ive Souls Productions (c) 2026 The Behind The Mask Podcast Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Ep 255South Carolina QB Connor Shaw Has Heart Attack While Coaching Son's Game
Imagine doing what you love, coaching your son's game & suffering a heart attack in front of your family! SEC Legend Connor Shaw talks about the time he took the biggest hit on the field! Find YellaWood near you at yellawood.com/btm Subscribe To Our Podcast: https://www.thebtmpodcast.com/home Get Your BTM Merch: https://resid3ncy.com/collections/atlanta FOLLOW US: INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/thebtmpodcast/ TWITTER: https://twitter.com/thebtmpodcast FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/thebtmpodcast/ TIKTOK: https://www.tiktok.com/@thebtmpodcast Creator, Host & Executive Producer: Takeo Spikes Creator Executive Producer: Tutan Reyes Produced by Behind the Mask Media, LLC Videography: Cre8ive Soul Productions Audio Engineer: Cre8ive Souls Productions Sounds Powered by DJ JWATTZ Artwork: Cre8ive Souls Productions (c) 2026 The Behind The Mask Podcast Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Ep 254Connor Shaw, From South Carolina Gamecock QB to SEC Legend!
South Carolina QB & SEC Legend Connor Shaw goes Behind the Mask & talks, overcoming a heart attack while coaching, becoming an SEC Legend & playing under Head Coach Steve Spurrier. Find YellaWood near you at yellawood.com/btm Subscribe To Our Podcast: https://www.thebtmpodcast.com/home Get Your BTM Merch: https://resid3ncy.com/collections/atlanta FOLLOW US: INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/thebtmpodcast/ TWITTER: https://twitter.com/thebtmpodcast FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/thebtmpodcast/ TIKTOK: https://www.tiktok.com/@thebtmpodcast Creator, Host & Executive Producer: Takeo Spikes Creator Executive Producer: Tutan Reyes Produced by Behind the Mask Media, LLC Videography: Cre8ive Soul Productions Audio Engineer: Cre8ive Souls Productions Sounds Powered by DJ JWATTZ Artwork: Cre8ive Souls Productions (c) 2026 The Behind The Mask Podcast Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Ep 253Seahawks vs Patriots, Super Bowl LX Prediction
NFL Vet Takeo Spikes gives his Super Bowl LX prediction. Will the Seahawks get the win or is the Patriots dynasty back under Mike Vrabel? Find YellaWood near you at yellawood.com/btm Subscribe To Our Podcast: https://www.thebtmpodcast.com/home Get Your BTM Merch: https://resid3ncy.com/collections/atlanta FOLLOW US: INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/thebtmpodcast/ TWITTER: https://twitter.com/thebtmpodcast FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/thebtmpodcast/ TIKTOK: https://www.tiktok.com/@thebtmpodcast Creator, Host & Executive Producer: Takeo Spikes Creator Executive Producer: Tutan Reyes Produced by Behind the Mask Media, LLC Videography: Cre8ive Soul Productions Audio Engineer: Cre8ive Souls Productions Sounds Powered by DJ JWATTZ Artwork: Cre8ive Souls Productions c) 2026 The Behind The Mask Podcast Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Ep 252Barry Sanders or Emmitt Smith, Who Was REALLY Better?
Takeo Spikes doesn't hold back in this classic NFL debate. Was Emmitt Smith the greatest because of longevity & rings or was Barry Sanders the most talented running back the league has seen? Who are you taking & why? Find YellaWood near you at yellawood.com/btm Subscribe To Our Podcast: https://www.thebtmpodcast.com/home Get Your BTM Merch: https://resid3ncy.com/collections/atlanta FOLLOW US: INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/thebtmpodcast/ TWITTER: https://twitter.com/thebtmpodcast FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/thebtmpodcast/ TIKTOK: https://www.tiktok.com/@thebtmpodcast Creator, Host & Executive Producer: Takeo Spikes Creator Executive Producer: Tutan Reyes Produced by Behind the Mask Media, LLC Videography: Cre8ive Soul Productions Audio Engineer: Cre8ive Souls Productions Sounds Powered by DJ JWATTZ Artwork: Cre8ive Souls Productions c) 2026 The Behind The Mask Podcast Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Ep 251DO RINGS MATTER? IS AN ATHLETE'S CAREER DEFINED BY WINNING A CHAMPIONSHIP?
Is an athlete's career defined by winning a championship ring? Takeo argues if championships are superior over individual accomplishments. Find YellaWood near you at yellawood.com/btm Subscribe To Our Podcast: https://www.thebtmpodcast.com/home Get Your BTM Merch: https://resid3ncy.com/collections/atlanta FOLLOW US: INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/thebtmpodcast/ TWITTER: https://twitter.com/thebtmpodcast FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/thebtmpodcast/ TIKTOK: https://www.tiktok.com/@thebtmpodcast Creator, Host & Executive Producer: Takeo Spikes Creator Executive Producer: Tutan Reyes Produced by Behind the Mask Media, LLC Videography: Cre8ive Soul Productions Audio Engineer: Cre8ive Souls Productions Sounds Powered by DJ JWATTZ Artwork: Cre8ive Souls Productions (c) 2026 The Behind The Mask Podcast Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Ep 250Auburn's Head Coach Alex Golesh...New Coach New Expectations
A new head coach means new expectations & Auburn's Head Coach Alex Golesh has plans to get the program back to a National Championship. Auburn Legend Takeo Spikes tells what it's going to take. Find YellaWood near you at yellawood.com/btm Subscribe To Our Podcast: https://www.thebtmpodcast.com/home Get Your BTM Merch: https://resid3ncy.com/collections/atlanta FOLLOW US: INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/thebtmpodcast/ TWITTER: https://twitter.com/thebtmpodcast FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/thebtmpodcast/ TIKTOK: https://www.tiktok.com/@thebtmpodcast Creator, Host & Executive Producer: Takeo Spikes Creator Executive Producer: Tutan Reyes Produced by Behind the Mask Media, LLC Videography: Cre8ive Soul Productions Audio Engineer: Cre8ive Souls Productions Sounds Powered by DJ JWATTZ Artwork: Cre8ive Souls Productions (c) 2026 The Behind The Mask Podcast Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Ep 249College Football Playoff National Championship Preview
Miami vs Indiana for the College Football Playoff National Championship! Is THIS the matchup we wanted to see? Who got snubbed or did the committee get it right? Takeo breaks it down. Find YellaWood near you at yellawood.com/btm Subscribe To Our Podcast: https://www.thebtmpodcast.com/home Get Your BTM Merch: https://resid3ncy.com/collections/atlanta FOLLOW US: INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/thebtmpodcast/ TWITTER: https://twitter.com/thebtmpodcast FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/thebtmpodcast/ TIKTOK: https://www.tiktok.com/@thebtmpodcast Creator, Host & Executive Producer: Takeo Spikes Creator Executive Producer: Tutan Reyes Produced by Behind the Mask Media, LLC Videography: Cre8ive Soul Productions Audio Engineer: Cre8ive Souls Productions Sounds Powered by DJ JWATTZ Artwork: Cre8ive Souls Productions (c) 2026 The Behind The Mask Podcast Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.