EPISODE · Jul 22, 2024 · 9 MIN
A Black Man (Jesse Owens) and a Nazi: A Friendship Forged in Competition & Courage
from Our American Stories · host iHeartPodcasts
On this episode of Our American Stories, the story of United States Olympic legend Jesse Owens' and Nazi long jumper Luz Long’s friendship demonstrates how sports can unite people even in the toughest circumstances. Here to tell the story is the Jack Miller Center’s editorial officer and historian, Elliott Drago. Support the show (https://www.ouramericanstories.com/donate)Support the show: https://www.ouramericanstories.com/donateSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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A Black Man (Jesse Owens) and a Nazi: A Friendship Forged in Competition & Courage
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