Here are the episodes of The NDN All-Stars Podcast! Give them a listen! We don’t think you will be disappointed!
In each episode, we will discuss the impact of one of our NDN All-Stars. We will share their bios, their accomplishments, and maybe one or two bits of trivia to spice things up. Our goal is to make sure that these great athletes are remembered and honored for their contributions to the proud history of Native Americans everywhere.
NDN All-Stars is part of the Sports History Network – The Headquarters For Sports Yesteryear.
EPISODE SUMMARY
This week in NDN All-Stars history features major moments across boxing, basketball, soccer, distance running, baseball, hockey, and motorsports.
Jack Dempsey and Henry Armstrong add more wins to their historic boxing careers, while Shoni Schimmel records an early WNBA double-double for the Atlanta Dream.
Chris Wondolowski becomes Major League Soccer’s all-time leading scorer, Tom Longboat continues his rise as a legendary distance runner, and Doctor Jacob Weasel reaches the summit of Mount Everest.
We also highlight milestones from Jim Thorpe, Willie Stargell, Early Wynn, Marvin Camel, Dexter Stacey, and Joe Lewis.
From championship boxing matches to historic firsts and unforgettable performances, these moments show the continued impact Native athletes have made across sports history.
Topics Covered
• Jack Dempsey defeats Dan Ketchell twice in one week
• Shoni Schimmel records an early WNBA double-double
• Doctor Jacob Weasel reaches the summit of Mount Everest
• Chris Wondolowski becomes MLS’s all-time leading scorer
• Tom Longboat dominates the Victoria Day race
• Jim Thorpe joins the Boston Braves
• Willie Stargell hits three home runs
• Dexter Stacey earns his first NASCAR podium finish
• Joe Louis defeats Buddy Baer in a bizarre disqualification finish
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NDN ALL-STARS BACKGROUND
Hey there—I’m Bill Black, and welcome to the NDN All-Stars Podcast. If this is your first time hearing about us, let me tell you what we’re all about.
This podcast is where Native sports history comes alive. Each episode shines a spotlight on the great Native American athletes you should know—past and present.
From Hall of Famers to hometown heroes, we tell the stories of Native athletes who made their mark—on the field, on the court, and in history.
We keep it real. No sugar-coating. No museum talk. Just straight-up stories told with pride and purpose—because representation matters, and these All-Stars deserve to be remembered right.
Some episodes are deep dives into a single athlete’s life. Others bring on guests—historians, authors, and sometimes the athletes themselves.
Whether you’re Native, a sports fan, a history buff, or just curious—this podcast will give you a new perspective on what greatness really looks like.
You can find more stories, merch, and updates at NDNAllStars.com
NDN All-Stars – Promoting Great Native Athletes – Past & Present!
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