Hip hop culture fuels the energy of the NFL. So, the Gucci Mane and Jeezy VERZUZ grudge battle is more than just locker room talk.

NFL Vets Takeo Spikes and Tutan Reyes give their take on the epic battle and whether holding on to grudges in life (or in The League) is really worth it.

The grudge between Gucci and Jeezy, two of Trap Music’s biggest stars, went on for more than a decade and caused beef in the streets and in the studio.

Plus, Takeo and Tu talk about intimidation. It just doesn’t happen in rap. It happens in love. The guys remember being slightly intimidated when meeting their celebrity girl crushes while in the NFL.

Takeo and Tu make you laugh and think on this episode of Behind the Mask Podcast, voted the Best Sports Podcast by the Black Podcasting Awards.

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Hanging up the cleats. Hosts Takeo Spikes and Tutan Reyes tell their NFL departure stories. Did they leave the game on their own terms or not?

For the first time, Takeo reveals the story of his controversial last game ever in the league. It might shock you. And, Tutan talks about leaving his dream NFL team.

The guys also shed light on how some people can switch it up after those NFL checks stop. Knowing your personnel is important.

Plus, Takeo and Tu talk about making the transition from the league to a new life in new media with this podcast.

Don’t miss this reveal-all episode with the guys on Behind the Mask Podcast, voted the Best Sports Podcast by the Black Podcasting Awards.

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Our military vets are not ‘suckers’ or ‘losers.’ Just ask Retired Colonel Gregory Gadson who lost both legs in an Iraqi bombing back in 2007.

Gadson is a real American Hero who honored us with his story of survival, service and sacrifice for his nation while in the United States Army for more than 26 years. He also served on the gridiron as a former linebacker for West Point.

Colonel Gadson opens up to NFL HOF Nominee Takeo Spikes and NFL Vet Tutan Reyes about:

• Being revived after dying multiple times in Iraq
• His life as a double amputee
• Inspiring the New York Giants’ Super Bowl runs
• The NFL kneeling protests for social justice
• The military’s role in politics and the 2020 elections
• His Hollywood acting role in “Battleship” with Rihanna
• His daredevil lifestyle of action sports
• Supporting the nation’s disabled active-duty and veteran military
• Plus, so much more

Share this Veterans Day episode featuring the inspirational Colonel Gadson on Behind the Mask Podcast, voted the Best Sports Podcast by the Black Podcasting Awards.

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Olympic Bronze Medalist Kristi Castlin has another hurdle to conquer… to get the GOLD! The Atlanta-native is already focused on the 2021 Tokyo Olympics.

Kristi took a break from training to talk about her Olympic win. Back in 2016, she, Brianna Rollins and Nia Ali took the bronze, gold and silver, respectively, in the 100m hurdles. Can it happen again?

Kristi answers and also gets real with HOF Nominee Takeo Spikes and NFL Vet Tutan Reyes about:

• Why she’s called “Hollywood”
• The effect of COVID on her life and training
• Her toughest competitors
• The future of hurdler Tia Jones
• Her all-time greats in 100m hurdles
• Being a boss babe with her businesses
• Castlin Homes and The Athletic Girls Club
• Her DMs and her dating life
• Plus, so much more

Kristi is as talented as she is beautiful. Get to know her with Takeo and Tutan in this lit episode of the Behind the Mask Podcast, voted the Best Sports Podcast by the Black Podcasting Awards.

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Olympic sprinter Justin Gatlin is still living life in the fast lane. He’s 38 and training for the Tokyo Summer Games in 2021.

Justin opens up on Behind the Mask Podcast about making an Olympic comeback after taking the gold in the 100-meter dash back in 2004... sixteen years ago.

Justin also goes in-depth with HOF Nominee Takeo Spikes and NFL Vet Tutan Reyes about:

• Returning to track and field after doping suspensions
• His epic rivalry with Olympian Usain Bolt
• His thoughts on sprinter Christian Coleman
• His personal track and field heroes
• His past tryouts for NFL teams
• His upcoming eRace Racism event with NFL players
• Overcoming obstacles and staying motivated
• Plus, so much more

Justin shares his highs and lows with Takeo and Tutan in this inspirational episode of the Behind the Mask Podcast, voted the Best Sports Podcast by the Black Podcasting Awards.

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FlemLo Raps is a YouTube success story. His ‘What Happened To’ series on NFL stars has garnered him nearly 675K subscribers on his channel.

Now, the YouTuber is giving Behind the Mask Podcast the exclusive on ‘What Happened to FlemLo Raps?’. FlemLo shares his personal story of how a young guy from Mississippi lost a college football scholarship to ultimately become a social media superstar.

FlemLo also goes in-depth with HOF Nominee Takeo Spikes and NFL Vet Tutan Reyes about:

• His tough choices as a student athlete
• Quitting jobs to focus on gaming, rap and YouTube
• His hardcore Cincinnati Bengals fandom
• His ‘What Happened To’ episodes on Josh Gordon and other NFL stars
• How perseverance is pivotal in his life
• His YouTube success tips
• Plus, so much more

FlemLo Raps gets real with Takeo and Tutan in this episode of the Behind the Mask Podcast, voted the Best Sports Podcast by the Black Podcasting Awards.

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Legendary linebacker LaVar Arrington tackles the state of NFL QBs and changes with his Washington Football Team. LaVar also shares thoughts on COVID in the NFL and memories from his Washington and Penn State days. Who could forget the amazing LaVar Leap, one of college football’s greatest moments!

LaVar goes in-depth with @TakeoSpikes51 and @TutanReyes about:

• The future of Washington QB Dwayne Haskins
• The hire of Jason Wright by Washington
• The legacy of Penn State’s Joe Paterno after the scandal
• His Warrior Woke program and the importance of mental health for athletes
• Plus, so much more

LaVar pulls no punches with Takeo and Tutan in this episode of the Behind the Mask Podcast, voted the Best Sports Podcast by the Black Podcasting Awards.

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FSU Great Charlie Ward on his Seminoles, Black NFL QBs Stigma, NY Knicks + More

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Philadelphia Eagles great DE Hugh Douglas gives an insider look at HBCU football in the wake of Deion Sanders’ coaching hire at Jackson State. Hugh was a first-round draft pick in 1995 from the HBCU Central State University in Wilberforce, Ohio.

Hugh also talks to Takeo and Tutan about:

• Bridging the gap between PWI and HBCU football recruiting
• His 2019 Black College Football Hall of Fame Induction
• The frustrating Atlanta Falcons season start and Dan Quinn’s coaching future
• The disappointing Philadelphia Eagles season start
• His toughest NFL game battles against offensive tackles like Willie “Nasty” Roaf
• His top current NFL defensive ends
• His morning show on 92.9 The Game in Atlanta

Plus, Hugh answers questions submitted by BTM followers. Get ready to laugh your ass off with Hugh, Takeo and Tutan in this episode of the Behind the Mask Podcast, voted the Best Sports Podcast by the Black Podcasting Awards.

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