Even the Rich
Chappaquiddick | The Black Sheep | 28
Sep 15, 2020
Ted Kennedy, a prominent American politician, goes from baby brother to senator to potential presidential candidate. He flourishes in public but flounders in private. The podcast delves into the tragic saga of Chappaquiddick, where a crashed car and a dead woman threaten to ruin the Kennedy family's legacy.
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- Ted Kennedy's personal and political struggles affected his reputation and potential presidential aspirations.
- The Chappaquiddick incident and its aftermath brought intense scrutiny and criticism upon Ted Kennedy.
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Ted Kennedy's Troubled Marriage and Political Ambitions
Ted Kennedy, the younger brother of President John F. Kennedy and Attorney General Robert F. Kennedy, has always felt like the black sheep of the family. He struggles with an unhappy marriage and the pressure of following in his brothers' footsteps politically. Throughout his life, Ted turns to women and alcohol to cope with his personal and professional challenges.
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