The Black 14: Ep 2
Racism on the field leads “the Black 14” to ask a question with grave consequences
An episode of the Amazing Sport Stories podcast, hosted by BBC World Service, titled "The Black 14: Ep 2" was published on February 8, 2024 and runs 29 minutes.
February 8, 2024 ·29m · Amazing Sport Stories
Summary
After facing racism on the field, “the Black 14” American footballers have made a decision. They’re going to ask the Cowboys’ head coach, Lloyd Eaton, if they can wear black armbands to protest at their next game against the Mormon-run Brigham Young University (BYU). They don’t expect convincing him will be easy. But they’re totally unprepared for his reaction, which will rock their lives forever.This four-part season includes interviews with eight of the Black 14: Guillermo Hysaw, Ted Williams, Ron Hill, John Griffin, Tony McGee, Joe Williams, Mel Hamilton, and Lionel Grimes. Content warning: This episode contains lived experiences which involve the use of strong racist language.
Episode Description
After facing racism on the field, “the Black 14” American footballers have made a decision. They’re going to ask the Cowboys’ head coach, Lloyd Eaton, if they can wear black armbands to protest at their next game against the Mormon-run Brigham Young University (BYU). They don’t expect convincing him will be easy. But they’re totally unprepared for his reaction, which will rock their lives forever.
This four-part season includes interviews with eight of the Black 14: Guillermo Hysaw, Ted Williams, Ron Hill, John Griffin, Tony McGee, Joe Williams, Mel Hamilton, and Lionel Grimes.
Content warning: This episode contains lived experiences which involve the use of strong racist language.
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