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The fight that shook America
Category: Society & Culture
Duration: 00:15:03
Publish Date: 2026-04-28 07:05:01
Description: Jack Johnson was the first world Black heavyweight champion, but winning the title was only part of the battle. Every time Johnson stepped into a boxing ring, he struck a blow to white supremacy. In this week’s episode, the story of Jack Johnson and the legacy of Black athletes pushing for social change in America.

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