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E26: The Blind Broadcaster: Don Wardlow's Baseball Story

E26: The Blind Broadcaster: Don Wardlow's Baseball Story

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In this episode, Erik Sherman interviews Don Wardlow, the first blind professional baseball broadcaster. Don shares his inspiring journey from a baseball-loving child to a pioneering minor league color commentator. He discusses his innovative techniques for game preparation, his partnership with play-by-play announcer Jim Lucas, and his popular seventh-inning stretch performances. This conversation highlights Don's passion for baseball and his remarkable ability to excel in broadcasting despite being born without sight.

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