Shadowball: Rise of the Black Athlete

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Shadowball: Rise of the Black Athlete is a powerful audio journey exploring African-American athletes' struggles and triumphs. Hosted by Emmy-winner Jemele Hill, this series dives deep into moving stories from sports history. It covers moments like a football player's untimely death in 1923, a rebellious act against segregation by a female track star, and the journey of African-American quarterbacks in the NFL. This podcast goes beyond sports, reflecting on social challenges and celebrating the resilience and achievements of black athletes and their significant roles in shaping sports and social justice.