In 1919, America’s favorite pastime got sucker punched. Eight players. One World Series. And a conspiracy that nearly shattered the soul of baseball.
In this episode of Dude, Did You Know?, Makynzi Vaughn takes you inside the infamous Black Sox Scandal — a twisted tale of shady gamblers, desperate players, and the moment baseball lost its innocence. From backroom whispers to courtroom drama, we unpack how greed, silence, and betrayal nearly destroyed the game forever.
Oh, and yes — Shoeless Joe is in this one. But maybe not the way you remember him.
🔊 In This Episode: The World Series that wasn’t what it seemed Why 8 players risked everything The gambler who pulled the strings The trial, the fallout, and the myth of Shoeless Joe Jackson How one scandal changed sports forever ---
🎧 Listen If You Like: Sports drama and true crime crossovers Deep dives into forgotten moments in history Fast-paced storytelling with zero fluff Baseball, betrayal, and bizarre twists
🙋♀️ Hosted by: Makynzi Vaughn — history nerd, scandal whisperer, and your favorite teammate on this storytelling bench.
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