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United States of Kennedy

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Kennedy Dynasty
Ted Kennedy
Chappaquiddick
Mary Jo Kopechne
Oliver Stone's JFK
Jackie Kennedy
John F. Kennedy
Jack Schlossberg
Succession
George Magazine
Camelot
American History
JFK Jr.
Conspiracy Theories
Kennedy Curse
JFK Assassination
Rosemary Kennedy
Conor Kennedy
Taylor Swift
Kennedy Family

United States of Kennedy is a podcast about our cultural fascination with the Kennedy dynasty. Every week, hosts Lyra Smith and George Civeris go into one aspect of the Kennedy story.

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In 1991, JFK’s 30-year-old nephew, William Kennedy Smith, was accused of raping a woman named Patricia Bowman at the Kennedy estate in Palm Beach. The ensuing trial coincided with the birth of CourtTV, and its “gavel-to-gavel” television coverage cha... more

In 1969, a young Ted Kennedy drove his car off a bridge on Chappaquiddick Island in Massachusetts, leading to the death of a young woman in the passenger seat named Mary Jo Kopechne. For this month’s Kennedy movie episode, we’re joined by Jason Conce... more

Bravo fanatics know Carole Radziwill as the “voice of reason” during her time on the Real Housewives of New York. But before answering that call from Andy Cohen, Radziwill was an Emmy-winning journalist and a New York Times bestselling author. She wa... more

In 1995, JFK Jr. and PR executive Michael Berman started a new magazine focused on the intersection of politics and culture. Today we’re joined by Rolling Stone features editor Kate Storey to talk about her 2019 Esquire article about the history of G... more

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Recent Guests

Jason Concepcion
Writer, critic and host of the podcast X-Ray Vision.
Episode: Film of the month: Chappaquiddick (2018)
Brian Moylan
Author and Real Housewives anthropologist
Writer at Vulture
Episode: Carole Radziwill
Kate Storey
Features editor at Rolling Stone and author of 'White House by the Sea'
Rolling Stone
Episode: George Magazine
Fran Hoepfner
Senior news writer at Vulture, writes the newsletter Fran Magazine, and a Taylor Swift historian.
Vulture
Episode: Taylor Swift and Conor Kennedy
Hunter Harris
Former staff writer at Vulture, now writes a popular substack newsletter and co-hosts a podcast
Vulture
Episode: Film of the month: Jackie (2016)
William Cohan
Business journalist and co-founder of Puck, high school friend of JFK Jr.
Puck
Episode: Jack Schlossberg
J. Randy Taraborrelli
Biographer and author of Jackie Public, Private, Secret
Author
Episode: Jackie After JFK
Kate Clifford Larson
Historian and author of Rosemary, The Hidden Kennedy Daughter
Episode: Rosemary Kennedy
Amy Nicholson
Film critic and co-host of the film podcast, Unspooled
Los Angeles Times
Episode: Film of the Month: JFK (1991)

Hosts

Lyra Smith
Co-host and podcaster with a focus on cultural storytelling and historical narratives.
George Civeris
Co-host, comedian, and writer known for insightful commentary on cultural issues.

Reviews

4.0 out of 5 stars from 118 ratings
  • Carole Radziwill

    Why did this episode need to turn into a Real Housewives rant?? Should have been about Carole and the Kennedy’s since its a Kennedy podcast shouldn’t it??

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Blg8350
    United States16 days ago
  • Snarky

    I so wanted to like this podcast, but the snarky comments about the Kennedy’s is the weakness of this show.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Saavedra68
    United States22 days ago
  • Swifties

    Great pod, but some inaccuracies regarding Taylor so brace yourself for the Swifties haha!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    FeralForties
    United States23 days ago
  • Good podcast, too many ads

    The podcast is intersting, but the amount of ads is insufferable! The first 30min episode had ~5minute ad break three times.

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    Enskajee
    Finlanda month ago
  • Very little content

    Probably 50% of the show is the hosts describing what is going to happen in the show plus the ads. I would guess that only 20 mins is actually content.

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    Zabstaff
    United Statesa month ago

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Feedback indicates that while many enjoy the conversational tone, some critics desire a more critical examination of sensitive topics.
Reviews reflect a solid following that values both the hosts' insights and the commitment to unpacking complex narratives surrounding the Kennedy legacy.
The podcast offers a unique blend of history and pop culture that resonates well with audiences in the targeted demographic.
Listeners appreciate the well-researched content and engaging storytelling.

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Apple Podcasts
#91
United States/History
Apple Podcasts
#137
United Kingdom/History
Apple Podcasts
#142
Canada/History
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#90
Australia/History
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#198
France/History
Apple Podcasts
#96
Indonesia/History

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Taylor Swift and Conor Kennedy
Q: Fran, tell us about your relationship to Taylor Swift.
Fran got into Taylor Swift late in college around 2011-2012, originally disconnected from her country music but became interested due to her dating a Kennedy.
Film of the month: Jackie (2016)
Q: How do you feel about the accuracy of Jackie's portrayal in the film?
The film's interpretations of her relationships feel significant as they reveal her deep sense of grief and the power dynamics at play during such a traumatic time.
Film of the month: Jackie (2016)
Q: What is your relationship with this movie?
I saw it in a movie theater and it blew me away; I felt it was one of the most fabulous movies of the year, especially amidst other great films like Moonlight and La La Land.
Jackie After JFK
Q: What was Jackie's dating life like after JFK?
Jackie's dating life included relationships with Jack Warnocki and Aristotle Onassis, amidst her struggles with public scrutiny and personal grief.
Jackie After JFK
Q: What was her parents' relationship like?
Jackie's parents had a tumultuous relationship, characterized by infidelity and a template for what not to accept in a partner.

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The content focuses on the intricate narratives surrounding the Kennedy dynasty, exploring its historical significance and cultural impact on American society. Each episode delves into various aspects of the family, from lesser-known figures like Rosemary Kennedy to high-profile incidents such as Chappaquiddick, often intertwining celebrity culture, politics, and media dynamics. Unique to this series is its blend of historical analysis with a conversational and engaging tone, aiming not only to inform but also to captivate listeners through relatable anecdotes and critical examinations of the family's legacy in American history.

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1. Jason Concepcion
2. Brian Moylan
3. Kate Storey
4. Fran Hoepfner
5. Hunter Harris
6. William Cohan
7. J. Randy Taraborrelli
8. Kate Clifford Larson

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