The modern iteration of the rivalry between the Kansas Jayhawks and Missouri Tigers often hearkens back to the 19th century conflict between the two states, Bleeding Kansas. This conflict is complicated and violent, with Missouri's bloody defense of slavery putting them on the wrong side of history. The effect of polarizing figures like John Brown and William Quantrill will shape the future of the rivalry forever, even if the truth gets blurred with time.
From Dr. Joe Beilein: "I'd like to make one shout out if that's possible to the the biggest Mizzou fan. I knew a guy named Jay Eveler who passed away not too long ago. Whenever I think of Mizzou Sports, whether it's the football team the basketball team, whatever, I think of Jay Eveler. He was a Mizzou fan for his whole life, and I bring this up because nobody hated the people of Kansas more than Jay Eveler .
This episode of "Beyond Mr. Brightside" is written, edited, and produced by Geoffrey Dean. Cover art by Alex West.
Songs by Maarten Shellekens, Audiorezout, and Lobo Loco, and sourced from Free Music Archive.
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