In this engaging discussion, guests Mark and Matthew Jacob, authors of 'Globetrotter: How Abe Saperstein Shook Up the World of Sports,' delve into the life of Abe Saperstein, the Jewish immigrant who founded the Harlem Globetrotters. They explore how Saperstein transformed basketball into a global phenomenon using innovative marketing techniques. The conversation touches on the evolution of professional sports, the rise of showmanship, and the pivotal role Saperstein played in the integration of sports and cultural diplomacy, all while pioneering the three-point shot.
