54: The Boy with the Weak Heart Who Outran the World: The Story of Mack Robinson

Date: May 27, 2026 Legacy Makers: Stories of Black Inventors and Icons Title and Show Info Episode #54. The Boy with the Weak Heart Who Outran the World: The Story of Mack Robinson Featuring: Toni Davis (Host & Storyteller). Summary 🎙️ The Boy with the Weak Heart Who Outran the World: The Story of Mack Robinson Discover the powerful story of African American Olympian Matthew Mackenzie "Mack" Robinson.🏅 A trailblazing track and field star whose determination helped shape Olympic history during the legendary 1936 Olympics era. As the older brother of baseball icon Jackie Robinson, Mack carved his own path in sports history, earning recognition as one of the most inspiring figures of Black excellence in athletics. In this episode of Legacy Makers: Stories of Black Inventors and Icons podcast 🎧, we explore Mack's journey, resilience, and the barriers he overcame while competing alongside legends like Jesse Owens and other members of his US Olympic team. From Pasadena to the global stage, Mack Robinson's legacy reflects courage, speed, and perseverance in the face of adversity. Tune in to celebrate African American athletes, Olympic history, and untold stories that continue to inspire generations. 🌍✨ Perfect for fans of sports history, civil rights in sports, and powerful historical biographies. Highlights: 00:57- INTRO.  01:05- MACK ROBINSON'S BIRTH. 01:14- FATHER JERRY ROBINSON. 01:19- MOTHER MALLIE ROBINSON. 01:22- FOUR SIBLINGS. 01:58- PASADENA, CA. 02:34- HEART MURMUR. 02:58- WASHINGTON JUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL. 03:12-JOHN MUIR  HIGH SCHOOL. 03:38- CALIFORNIA STATE CHAMPION. 04:02- PASADENA CITY COLLEGE. 04:15- OLYMPIC REGIONAL TRIALS IN LA. 04:41- FINAL OLYMPIC TRIALS IN NYC. 05:01- GERMANY. 05:04- OLYMPIC GAMES IN BERLIN, GERMANY. 05:42- SILVER MEDAL. 06:34- MORE MEDALS AT PASADENA CITY COLLEGE. 06:44- UNIVERSITY OF OREGON. 06:51- MORE MEDALS AT UNIVERSITY OF OREGON. 07:11- GRADUATES FROM UNIVERSITY OF OREGON. 07:26- DIRECTOR AT LEMON GROVE PARK. 08:06- JACKIE ROBINSON STADIUM AT UCLA. 08:33- PASADENA CITY COLLEGE HALL OF FAME. 08:40- OREGON SPORTS HALL OF FAME. 08:45- LA MEMORIAL COLISEUM SUMMER GAMES OPENING CEREMONY. 09:06- FAMILY LIFE. 09:32- FAILING HEALTH ISSUES. 09:46- RODNEY KING VERDICT. HELPED RESTORE PEACE. 10:04- PASADENA ROBINSON MEMORIAL. 10:35- PASSES AWAY. 10:43- MOUNTAIN VIEW CEMETERY AND MAUSOLEUM. 10:48- ACCOLADES. 11:26- CONCLUSION. 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