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SiriusXM and the Negro Leagues Baseball Museum will present an exclusive new podcast series, Black Diamonds. Hosted by museum president and historian Bob Kendrick, the podcast will showcase the history of the Negro Leagues, highlighting the players, people and events that shaped them, as well as spotlighting the leagues’ achievements and innovations during a time of segregation and inequality. Listeners will hear the stories of baseball legends like Jackie Robinson, Oscar Charleston, Josh Gi ...
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We cover the Business of Baseball, its history and how it operates. Interviews with Players, Agents, Owners, Scouts, Umpires, MLB, MLBPA, Major League, Minor League Sports Analysis. Music - Rocking Forward by XTaKeRux.
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Writer, hip-hop artist and activist Preach Jacobs (@preachjacobs) hosts 'The Negro League'. A weekly show talking about issues concerning black America, hip-hop culture, sports and more. Shop gear: MoBettaSoul.BigCartel.com
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HTDS is a bi-weekly podcast, delivering a legit, seriously researched, hard-hitting survey of American history through entertaining stories. To keep up with History That Doesn’t Suck news, check us out htdspodcast.com or follow on Facebook and Instagram: @Historythatdoesntsuck; on Twitter/X: @HTDSpod. Become a premium member to support our work, receive ad-free episodes and bonus episodes.
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A podcast featuring never-heard-before interviews with legendary stars of the Negro Baseball Leagues in celebration of the Centennial of the Negro Baseball Leagues. "All content of The Negro Baseball Leagues: Chattin' with the Legends podcast, is the property of YABBA BIRI Productions, Inc. Any rebroadcast, transcription, or retransmission without the express written consent of YABBA BIRI Productions Inc, is prohibited."
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In June 2021, Sports-Reference dramatically expanded its database of statistics related to Negro League Baseball. However, the story of Black baseball goes beyond the stats. These Black ballplayers were major league quality but were not treated as such by the American and National Leagues. These African Americans were citizens of the United States, but were not treated as such by the government of their own country. In the weeks to come, join sports historian Curtis Harris as he interviews a ...
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This podcast delves deep into the rich and complex history of the Negro Baseball Leagues, a pivotal chapter in American sports and civil rights history. Each episode explores the incredible talent, resilience, and challenges faced by players in a segregated America, bringing to light the stories of legends like Satchel Paige, Josh Gibson, and Cool Papa Bell. Through interviews with historians, family members of players, and rare archival audio, the podcast paints a vivid picture of the leagu ...
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The Root and Roots Show

The Root and Roots Show

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Your host Greg Rasheed will play roots music from such genres as blues, country, gospel, jazz and soul, exploring its rich traditions. The root aspect of the show will involve talking about various issues in the world of sports as well as issues that take root in your life. It's a musical sports bar to enjoy and participate in.
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Puro Pinche Primos

Luis Velazquez / Christopher Costello

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The Puro Pinche Primos Podcast, here every Friday with Latinos giving you the realest talk on the hottest topics. Taking you from Sports Pop Culture, entertainment to World News Stories, these Latinos are ready to call out all the controversy.
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Copeland's Corner with Brian Copeland

Brian Copeland & Go-To Productions

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Think you know what happened this week? Think again. Hosted by the Bay Area's own Brian Copeland, a longtime Actor, Comedian, Author, Playwright, Television and Radio Personality. Copeland's Corner is a weekly mashup of news, interviews and comedy.
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In the Front Row with Mike Vaccaro is your front row seat to one-on-one conversations with sports figures. Our guests are hall of famers, gold medalists, record holders, trailblazers and more. We share stories from all sports and eras to bring you amazing guests with incredible accounts of the moments that made them the athlete and person they are today.
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PAY THE TAB: Reparations Now

Tony Tolbert & Adam Radinsky

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America has never faced up to the atrocities its massive wealth was built on — or the racism that still plagues us today. It’s high time for reparations to Black Americans. In each episode, Harvard lawyers (and longtime friends) Tony and Adam expose a story of racial injustice — then explore creative ways to make it right. The show features special guests who are on the front lines fighting for justice. We're making the case for full national reparations, one story at a time.
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“Sports Across The Board” features interviews with sports business leaders, media personalities, athletes, and more. Host Gary McKillips is a veteran sportswriter and award-winning correspondent for Associated Press Radio.
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The Youtini Baseball Show has retired, thank you to our listeners. You can find more podcasts from us on The Youtini Network. The Youtini Baseball Show was a go-to for baseball insights, unpacking the game’s history, strategy, and culture hosted by Anthony Schullo, Parker Kirk, and Adam Dyson.
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2 Tools Baseball Podcast

Alex Jonietz and Travis Miller

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Stats nerds and high school jocks, welcome to the 2 Tools Baseball podcast, a show that is designed to walk you through some fresh perspectives on Major League Baseball. Hosted by the numbers guy, Alex, and the lifetime ball player, Travis, the 2 Tools Baseball Podcast aims to tackle weekly hot topics from unique and often contrasting viewpoints throughout the MLB season. We'd appreciate it if you came along for this wild ride. Cheers!
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Well Said

University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill

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From March Madness to Cuban relations, the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill community is playing a role in some of the most important topics and issues making headlines around the world. Join us every Wednesday for the UNC-Chapel Hill's “Well Said” podcast as we talk with Carolina’s newsmakers and experts. Each week, students, faculty, staff and alumni will discuss whats going on in classrooms, labs and around campus, and how it pertains to the local, national and international he ...
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For decades, Black baseball players were excluded from the major leagues and forced to create their own space: the Negro Leagues. In “Reclaimed: The Forgotten League,” we’ll uncover the stories of some of these overlooked greats, including Norman “Turkey” Stearnes, one of the best hitters of all time. Overshadowed by racial prejudice and oppression, their legacy was hidden — but now, experts and family members reflect on their impact, which extended far beyond the game. We’ll discover how ne ...
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Some of the greatest players ever were kept out of Major League Baseball for nearly 70 years - due to the collusion of the racist team owners. We visit with Bill Greason, 100, the oldest surviving Negro Leagues player, and baseball historian Larry Lester, to make the case for long-overdue reparations by MLB. We crunch some numbers and calculate the…
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Chasing a record once thought to be unbreakable, Henry Aaron battled through discrimination and death threats to become the all-time home run king. As the man who threw the fateful pitch that resulted in #715, Al Downing joins Bob Kendrick to discuss that historic night on April 8, 1974. And hear reflections from Dusty Baker – the man who was in th…
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Our last few episodes have reveled in stories of the popularization of movies, music and sports during the Roaring 1920s. In this epilogue episode, Professor Jackson steps out of storytelling mode and into classroom mode (that doesn’t suck). To help us better understand the lasting cultural impact of this period, he’s invited Dr. Sarah Churchwell w…
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Ryan Nyquist grew up in California riding bikes and doing trikes with his brother. What started out as a hobby became a profession when he left college and turned pro in 1995. He competed in his first X Games in 1996 and would rise to the top of the sport soon after. He moved to Greenville, NC where he lived with, and competed against, BMX legend D…
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On this week's edition of Copeland's Corner, Brian hosts a lively panel discussion just five days before the presidential election. The panel includes the 'Doc of Comedy Rock' Dr. Gonzo, comedian Rob Becker, and returning guest Yanni Abbaba. They delve into the tension surrounding the upcoming election, including why 20% of African American men und…
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World Series Game 5 Expectations Dodgers’ unexpected struggle to close out the series, Freddie Freeman's impact: Mat highlights Freeman’s impressive streak with six home runs across six World Series games, Yankees’ Comeback Attempt: Anthony Volpe energized the Yankees, k Ohtani's Injury and Resilience with arm - Mat reflects on Ohtani’s ability to …
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The stories and impact of the Black baseball experience continue to gain recognition. Bob Kendrick talks with President of the National Baseball Hall of Fame and Museum, Josh Rawitch, about its groundbreaking new exhibit in Cooperstown, "The Souls of the Game: Voices of Black Baseball." Follow Bob Kendrick on Twitter/X - @nlbmprez Follow Bob Kendri…
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In the recent Halloween episode #168 of History That Doesn’t Suck, we uncovered the undead story of the 1922 classic vampire film Nosferatu. While the movie isn’t a scene-for-scene lift from author Bram Stoker’s 1897 novel, Dracula, it’s close enough that Bram Stoker’s widow, Florence, sued the filmmakers for copyright infringement. In that episode…
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This week's edition of Copeland's Corner, with featured Headliners . Tune in to this Episode of Copeland's Corner, as host Brian Copeland, along with comedians Jann Karam, Brian Malow, and David Spark, engage in a comprehensive discussion about contemporary political and social issues. Topics range from Trump’s misleading statements and political l…
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Milton debris and cleanup in Tampa Bay continues #RaysUp - Tampa Bay Rays offering support to local community Avoid burning debris What happens to the TB Rays without a roof Rays not moving to the big O in Montreal – potential for MLB expansion team Canadian Baseball History – Montreal Expos most HOF’ers per season Evan Longoria & Kevin Kiermaier f…
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Almost 80 years later, Josh Gibson’s larger-than-life persona continues to inspire. Bob talks with Dorian Hairston, a former University of Kentucky baseball player, about the impact the stories of Josh Gibson had on him, and how they influenced his poetry. Read “Pretend the Ball is Named Jim Crow: The Story of Josh Gibson” by Dorian Hairston - Amaz…
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Mario Andretti was born in Italy during World War II. At 8 years old, he and his family spent time in a refugee camp in Italy before moving to the United States. The Andretti family settled in Nazareth, PA where Mario and twin brother Aldo discovered the nearby Nazareth Speedway. Lying about their age and experience, the brothers began racing at ag…
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“His Lordship from Transylvania would like to purchase a nice house in our small town . . . it will take a bit of effort . . . a bit of sweat and perhaps . . . a bit of blood . . .” This is the story of the Great Death in Wisborg in 1838. Nosferatu is a 1922 classic horror film, one of the first ever made. It sort of recalls Bram Stoker’s Dracula—e…
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Randy Sullivan CEO of Randy Sullivan’s Florida Baseball ARMory (FBA) has made a positive difference in several players’ lives. The FBA provides full individual assessment of all players and tailors a strategy that will increase their personal performance. Randy develops players that can combine Velocity & Command in their pitches. Randy began his p…
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Brian Copeland hosts an all new edition of Copeland's Corner, featuring guests Cathy Sorbo, Yayne Abeba, and Tom Sawyer. The discussion spans several topics including Trump's cognitive abilities, media bias in political coverage, and the socio-political landscape influenced by evangelical churches in the Deep South. The conversation also touches on…
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Canadian Thanksgiving Thank you to our Canadian friends and those who came from across the U.S. to aid and help from Canada to the Florida area post-Milton Halifax Explosion Tropicana Field – shredding of the roof The rays in the aqua tank survived and have been moved to the Aquarium Revisit the Tampa Bay Rays timeline on when & where they could ha…
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Bob Kendrick discusses the evolution of black leadership in baseball, beginning with the vision of Negro Leagues pioneer Rube Foster. He's joined by former Marlins GM and current MLB executive Michael Hill, whose Front Office & On-Field Diversity Pipeline Program is bringing in new, young talent into the game. Follow Bob Kendrick on Twitter/X - @nl…
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Nick Mangold grew up in Ohio, the oldest of four kids with three sisters. He was all-state in football while also wrestling and competing in the shot put. A highly recruited offensive lineman, Mangold chose Ohio State over Notre Dame despite his mom's wishes that he'd play for the Fighting Irish. A three-year starter at center for Jim Tressel, Mang…
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In this edition of 'Copeland's Corner,' Brian hosts Headliners on the Headliners with friends Greg Proops, Greg Behrendt, and Tom Sawyer. The discussion traverses a variety of topics such as political support for Trump despite controversies, misinformation affecting public opinion, and the implications of cult-like political followings on democracy…
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As the white owner of a Negro League baseball team, J.L. Wilkinson turned the Kansas City Monarchs into a model franchise. Over a dozen Hall of Famers wore the uniform as the Monarchs won 12 league titles and 2 Negro League World Series championships with star-studded rosters including the likes of Satchel Paige, Jose Mendez, Bullet Rogan, Buck O’N…
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“We have a basket and a ball, and it seems to me that would be a good name for it.” This is the story of America’s varied athletic endeavors (besides baseball). Though each sport could provide enough material for an entire episode, it would probably run us into overtime, and the 1920s are drawing to a close. As Black Thursday approaches, it’s time …
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Julius Hodge grew up in Harlem and was named after NBA Hall of Famer Julius Erving. He fell in love with basketball after his dad took him to a New York Knicks game against Magic Johnson and the Los Angeles Lakers as a kid. Hodge's game flourished in high school where he was a McDonald's All-American and the New York State Mr. Basketball. He grew u…
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This week's edition of Copeland's Corner, with featured Guests Ngaio Bealum, Tony Camin & Dan St. Paul. In this episode, Brian and the crew have a lively discussion spanning political and social themes. They analyze the vice presidential debate, touching on real-time fact-checking, moderator responsibilities, and the balance of style versus substan…
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Get Ready for the Third Annual All-American Women’s Baseball Classic Blackout Baseball to watch with MLB.tv & Bally subscriptions How to not successfully market baseball Once 35 million viewers for each game of the World Series. Now down to 9 million viewers per game. Why are the fans leaving and where are they going Diamond Bankruptcy– Bally Sport…
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The Negro Leagues were known for their brash, daring and exciting style of play. In this episode, Bob Kendrick discusses the speed, athleticism and bold base running that was routinely on display. He’s joined by Hall of Famer Tim Raines, whose own unique style was reminiscent of the Negro Leagues. Follow Bob Kendrick on Twitter/X - @nlbmprez Follow…
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Women's Baseball World Cup: 6 elite women's baseball teams (Mexico, Venezuela, Canada, Japan, China Taipei, USA) competed at the World Cup in Thunder Bay, Ontario, August 2024. USA vs Japan: Japan's 39-game winning streak (since 2012) ended when Team USA defeated them in extra innings, with Meggie Meidlinger pitching the final 2 1/3 innings to seal…
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As a follow up to episode 165 America’s Favorite Pastime: Baseball, we’re proud to share an interview with Bob Kendrick, the President of the Negro Leagues Baseball Museum in Kansas City, MO. Founded in 1990, the NLBM is the world’s only museum dedicated to preserving and celebrating the rich history of African-American baseball and its profound im…
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PRIMOS TALK DERRICK ROSE RETIREMENT AND KAT GETS TRADED TO THE KNICKS WHO WON THAT TRADE. MLB PLAYOFFS ABOUT TO START WHO DO WE PICK TO MAKE IT TO WORLD SERIES. WITH ALABAMAS BIG WIN OVER GEORGIA IS ALABAMA NUMBER 1 NEXT WEEK AND WE TALK ABOUT HOW DEPRESSING THE TITANS ARE ALL ON ONE EPISODEBy Luis Velazquez / Christopher Costello
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After a summer-long hiatus, Brian is back with a brand new episode and another round of Headliners on the Headlines! In this latest episode of Copeland's Corner, Brian Copeland relaunches his show with guests Natasha Muse, Tom Sawyer, and Carlos Alazraqui. The discussion spans various political and social topics, including Trump's ongoing influence…
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Mat_Germain_ & Mark at BaseballBiz On Deck take a look at the closing of 2024 season and the future of the Rays. Tampa Bay facing hurricane Helene strong winds, storm surges – stay safe 2019 Rays won 96 games and spent 60 million 2024 Rays exceed $100 million and they don’t make the playoffs Rays strategy to spend less and perform better has been p…
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Terence Moore is a columnist for Forbes.com and contributor to WSB-TV’s top rated Sports Zone Sunday, He is also the author of two books—The Real Hank Aaron, an Intimate Look at the Life And Legacy of the Home Run King and Red Brick Magic, the story of the coaching legacy of his alma mater, Miami University in Oxford, Ohio. He relays stories of Mia…
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Bob Kendrick discusses the impact of the 1976 sports comedy film “The Bingo Long Traveling All-Stars & Motor Kings”, loosely based on the barnstorming days of the Indianapolis Clowns. Bob remembers the life and legacy of James Earl Jones, who stars alongside Richard Pryor and Billy Dee Williams. Bob also talks with author William Brashler, whose fi…
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Philip Wrigley, Cubs executive, begins a Women’s Softball League. Wrigley would be 1 of 3 executives, including Branch Rickey, to launch the AAGPBL Joe Boland, South Bend Tribune Sports Editor & AAGPBL legendary pitcher Jean Faut Arthur Meyerhoff invites Merrie to dig through the basement files & letters in the Wrigley Building for her research. Me…
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"As I hit the ball, every muscle in my system, every sense I had, told me that I had never hit a better one . . . I didn't have to look. But I did. That ball . . . hit . . . exactly the spot I had pointed to." This is the story of the most American sport: baseball. Americans have been playing ball for a good long while now—even General Washington e…
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