A couple months back, millions of Americans dressed up, donned their hats and blazers, and went to the racetrack for the biggest horse racing event of the year: The Kentucky Derby. This week – we discuss the early history of horse racing in America and one African American jockey who made a lasting impact on the sport.
Guest Information:
- Katherine Mooney, associate professor, history, Florida State University, author, Isaac Murphy: The Rise and Fall of a Black Jockey.
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