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Podcast: Today In History with The Retrospectors
Episode: When Presidents Play Ball ⚾
Description: President William Howard Taft became the first Commander-in-Chief to throw the ceremonial first pitch on 14th April, 1910.Taft's participation cemented baseball as the quintessential American sport, in a period when it was still shedding its dodgy image. The game’s enduring popularity ensured that the tradition persisted for over a century, with each president adding their unique flair to the ritual - though it has faced challenges, including presidents being booed by crowds and political statements made during the ceremonial pitch.In this episode, Th...