Join our host, Val Thompson, on this enlightening episode of the iFocus podcast as he invites a stimulating discussion with Reverend Ray Mackey, chairman of the Biz Mackey Foundation. In a riveting conversation, Reverend Mackey etches the remarkable journey of his great-uncle, the legendary Negro League baseball catcher, James Riley 'Biz' Mackey, tracing his humble beginnings as a farmer to his induction into the National Baseball Hall of Fame.

Biz Mackey, known as one of the pioneers in international baseball, used the sport as a platform for African-Americans to showcase their talent globally during times of segregation. Besides his immense contributions to the sport, Mackey played an instrumental role in coaching and mentoring players who made significant strides in Major League Baseball, as discussed in this intriguing conversation.

Reverend Mackey also highlights the influential role of the Negro League Baseball in shaping the current world of Major League. The episode concludes with insights into the heart of their mission at the Biz Mackey Family Foundation: to preserve Biz's legacy and fuel future generations with the spirit of baseball.

Additionally, the conversation touches upon the instrumental role played by the bestselling book "A Giant Behind the Plate," chronicling Biz’s remarkable life, and hopes for a future film or documentary.