Negro Baseball League History

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 league's formation, its impact on baseball and society, and the ongoing legacy of its players. Join us as we step up to the plate to uncover the stories of triumph, adversity, and the undeniable spirit of the Negro Baseball Leagues.

Looking for guests who are historians specializing in African American sports history, relatives of Negro League players, or archivists with access to rare audio and documents, to share deep insights on the legacy and impact of the Negro Baseball Leagues.

Note: Guest insights are created with AI assistance.