The Kennedy Obsession with Dr. John Hellmann and Preston Thompson

The Kennedy Obsession with Dr. John Hellmann and Preston Thompson

Author: Appen Podcast Network August 8, 2026 Duration: 1:17:47

Welcome to The Georgia Politics Podcast! Few American families have captured the public imagination quite like the Kennedys. From politics and presidential power to tragedy, celebrity and scandal, the Kennedy name has been woven into the fabric of American history for generations. But how did the family become so influential—and does the Kennedy name still carry the same weight today?

In this episode, we explore the history, mythology and enduring influence of the Kennedy family with Dr. John Hellmann, author of The Kennedy Obsession, and Preston Thompson, the longtime former host of The Georgia Politics Podcast, who makes his grand return to the show to discuss one of his favorite subjects: the Kennedys.

We look at why Americans became so fascinated with the Kennedys, how the family's influence evolved over the decades, and whether the Kennedy name still opens doors in American politics today.

It's a conversation about power, legacy, celebrity and the enduring obsession with one of America's most famous political families.

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