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From Critics at Large: Why We Cling to the Kennedy Myth
March 20, 2026·52 min·5 clips
Why does the Kennedy story show up in culture on repeat, especially as RFK Jr. complicates their legacy?
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A sharp look at Kennedy style, nostalgia, and the gap between image and power.
This episode looks at why the Kennedy family still keeps such a firm hold on the American imagination, with Love Story serving as the clearest recent example.
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For when Kennedy lore feels bigger than the history behind it.
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