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  • Ep 51 On The Sideline | Dr. Keith B Wood and The Memphis Red Sox Legacy

    Ep 51 On The Sideline | Dr. Keith B Wood and The Memphis Red Sox Legacy
    Jul 17 2024

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    Ever wondered how a baseball team could intertwine itself into the fabric of a community and lift it up?

    The Memphis Red Sox did just that from 1920 to 1959.

    Discover the remarkable legacy of the Memphis Red Sox, one of the most influential Negro League teams, with our guest Dr. Keith B. Wood.

    In this episode, you'll learn how the Red Sox created a cultural phenomenon that transcended sports during the Jim Crow era. Dr. Wood reveals untold stories and fascinating insights from his latest book, "The Memphis Red Sox: A Negro League's History," shedding light on the team's unique impact compared to more famous counterparts like the Kansas City Monarchs and Pittsburgh Crawfords.


    Dr. Wood also shares his personal journey from educator and coach to historian, emphasizing the importance of authenticity and compassion in teaching. His reflections on different educational environments and coaching roles illustrate universal lessons about caring for students from all walks of life.

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    1 hr and 33 mins
  • Ep. 50 Vickie Finch: Love, Career & Basketball with Larry Finch

    Ep. 50 Vickie Finch: Love, Career & Basketball with Larry Finch
    Jul 10 2024

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    Her story in her own words. In this episode, Vickie Finch opens up about her life, intertwined with the remarkable career of her late husband, Coach Larry Finch. From their youth growing up in Orange Mound, the years at Melrose High School, then Memphis State, the short time in Alabama and their return home to […]

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    1 hr and 47 mins
  • Ep. 49 Kenneth Moody | Basketball

    Ep. 49 Kenneth Moody | Basketball
    Jul 3 2024

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    His story in his own words. How do you handle other people’s opinions about your career path? In this episode, I chat with Ken Moody, former Memphis State basketball player, to discuss his inspiring journey. Growing up in Memphis as the youngest of 11 children with a single mom, Ken found basketball as his ticket […]

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    1 hr
  • Ep. 48 Paige McCormick | Swimming

    Ep. 48 Paige McCormick | Swimming
    Jun 26 2024

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    Her Story in her own words. I chat with Paige about the early days of swimming, the amazing achievements of her high school year, and why Louisville was THE place for her. We talk in depth about the overwhelm of her Freshman year, the emotional aspects of her college career and those Olympic Trials. She […]

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    1 hr and 15 mins
  • Ep. 47 Chris Jennings | Handball

    Ep. 47 Chris Jennings | Handball
    Jun 19 2024

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    Real talk with Chris Jennings. Chris and I chat about growing up in Toronto, his young days as an athlete, the majestic lure of Memphis State, his days as a linesman for the Central Hockey League and why he moved back up north to Canada. We also reminisce about the glory days of Memphis State Handball and that […]

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    58 mins
  • Ep. 46 On the Sideline with Champions For Literacy

    Ep. 46 On the Sideline with Champions For Literacy
    Jun 12 2024

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    Champions for Literacy is a non-profit that uses the power of sports to impact childhood reading. WHEN A BIG VOICE MEETS A BIG CAUSE, OUR WORLD BECOMES A BETTER PLACE. WHY LITERACY? BECAUSE EVERY KID DESERVES TO BE A GREAT READER. From college athletic teams holding a megaphone to the cause of literacy, to younger athletes raising […]

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    39 mins
  • Ep. 45 On the Sideline with Madison Griggs | Basketball

    Ep. 45 On the Sideline with Madison Griggs | Basketball
    Jun 5 2024

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    Born and bred in Memphis, Madison Griggs epitomizes the city’s grit and grind mentality. After a stellar, record-breaking career at the University of Memphis, Madison is taking her talents to the professional stage in Athens, Greece this August. In this episode, we explore her Memphis roots, her decision to stay home for college ball, and […]

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    58 mins
  • Ep. 44 On the Sideline with Devin Emory & Housesports

    Ep. 44 On the Sideline with Devin Emory & Housesports
    May 29 2024

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    On the sideline with Devin Emory & Housesports Growing up in Memphis and playing football at Wooddale High School set the stage for his next big move to Morehouse College in Atlanta. It was a hobby that got him interning at Atlanta radio stations and ultimately led to the creation of his new app, Housesports. […]

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    46 mins