Art by Camilla Franklin
Josh Gibson
Nimene learns about Josh Gibson, the greatest power hitter baseball has ever seen and Broadway star Fergie L. Philippe breaks it down in a brand new hip-hop track. Featuring an interview between Bob Kendrick, President of the Negro Leagues Baseball Museum and a 10 year old baseball enthusiast named Payton.
Extension Activity for Educators
Every episode features an extension activity with an activity for kids to celebrate our unsung heroes and learn more of their history! Today’s activity gives kids an opportunity to research more players from the Negro Leagues
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Special Guests:
Bob Kendrick
Bob Kendrick was named President of the Negro Leagues Baseball Museum (NLBM) in March 2011. Founded in 1990, the NLBM is the world’s only museum dedicated to preserving and celebrating the rich history of African-American baseball and its profound impact on the social advancement of America.
Payton
Payton is a 10 year-old who loves playing and learning about baseball.
The song ‘Josh Gibson’ was written by Dan Foster, Produced by Stro Elliot and Eric Gersen and features Fergie L. Philippe
