Mary Shane made history with the Chicago White Sox, becoming the first woman hired as a legitimate major-league baseball announcer. But in 1977, she had to fight to be taken seriously in one of America’s most sexist industries.

One Year is produced by Josh Levin, Evan Chung, and Madeline Ducharme. Mixing by Merritt Jacob.

To support this show, subscribe to One Year on Apple, Spotify, or wherever you listen.

Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices