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'Willie Mays: The Life, The Legend'

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Former San Francisco Giant Willie Mays may have been the greatest all-around baseball player in history, but his prodigal status instilled a distrust of the many people around him looking to profit from his talent. We talk to authorized biographer James S. Hirsch, who, over a period of seven years, convinced Mays to grant him access.

Guests:

James S. Hirsch, author of "Willie Mays: The Life, The Legend"

Lon Simmons, sports broadcaster

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