Back in the mid 80’s I worked for a top law firm in Downtown LA. One day I was waiting for the elevator to go to lunch. When the doors opened I almost passed out when there stood John and a couple of other guys. John smiled right at me, said hi, asked if I worked at the firm, and whether I liked it. He said they were all there to consider the summer law clerk intern program. I answered the best I could considering my shock. When we got to the lobby, the moment of small talk was over but it was a huge moment and lifetime memory for me. 😊
He was a creative, very much not a lawyer’s intellect or personality. That does not mean he was stupid or “not the sharpest tool in the shed.” It means that his intelligence existed in a different area. There is no shame in that. Not everyone is a traditional student and that does not mean they are limited. Remember, he wanted to be an actor, but his mother nixed that. She wanted him to pursue the typical academic path of his sister.
To be born into the life John and Caroline were, was their "normal." Their mother did the best she could. Fortunately, she had a lot of support and the financial means to support her children. Considering what she had witnessed just inches away from President Kennedy, I cannot fathom the trauma she endured for the rest of her life, even with therapy. I do wish she had allowed John to be himself instead of forcing law school on him. Upper class attitudes! I did read somewhere where he said to his mother that he wouldn't fly. No idea if that's actually true. Flying was only after his mother died. It's clear that John needed to be unplugged from people more than Caroline did. I chalk that up to being the very attractive son of a beloved President. I'm 4 days older than John and it felt so familiar when he died. I was having an iced coffee at Starbucks in San Diego when they were missing that first day. I will never forget that sick feeling in my stomach. God rest all of their souls. They are all missed.
We loved John John and Caroline as much as we loved their parents. When Pres. Kennedy was killed, it traumatized me. To this day I cry when I see docs of the Kennedys. Jackie adored her children and fiercely protected them, for obvious reasons. When John Jr died, I felt sick, but was just glad Jackie didn't have to experience it
I saw him in central park in 1995 playing 🏈.. I said Hi I'm from Canada.. Canada eh? He remarked good to meet you with a gentle smile ,wow he was handsome .
44:18 I listened to the whole piece! I really enjoyed it because we are getting a different, longer view of JFK Jr. He and Princess Diana were born within a year of me...when we lost Diana, I thought how sad, a voice for hope from my generation and at least we still have that voice in JFK Jr. It was surreal when he passed and I was heartbroken! Thank you Katie for continuing your work-Claire Perez
I always got the feeling that John Jr., Carolyn, and Lauren were good, kind people, but this interview just confirmed it. Heartbreaking that we lost them!
I forgot to say , I have always admired. And you are so lovable! and you seek so sincerely and empathetically (sp?) and bravely.. Katie, so glad to have found your podcast ❤
I feel there are 2 great and honest books written about JFk Jr. The first was "The Men We Became" by Robert Littell and now this incredible book "JFK Jr." by RoseMarie Terenzio and Liz McNeil. I think John, Carolyn and Lauren are honored in such an authentic and truthful way. I just wish there was a way it could have had a different ending. Congratulations, you should both be proud! It must not have been easy especially for Ms. Terenzio who knew them both so well to have to relive such painful memories and I admire both your courage to have been so open in exposing certain flaws and truths about some of John's family members.
Good morning afternoon, I just remember one of the pilots didn't want him to fly because he didn't have enough experience, he wasn't instrument-rated he wanted to fly with him 🤷🏻♀️ should never have happened if you would have listened
My heart broke during JFK Jr. tragedy. I lived near the shore in RI , on that day..the haze and humidity. He was going to take off, I think there had been a delay? for departure... was it near dusk? The reports as I recalled that kind of air and time of day..just seemed wrong .unsettling. Later, learning that he relied more on the horizon, than the instruments.. Do I have that right? Not entirely sure
I just reserved the book from my local library. There are 10 folks ahead of me, waiting for the book. I can't wait to read it. P.S -- Rosemarie Terenzio hasn't aged one iota. What's your secret Rosemarie!
"If you can't beat 'em...join 'em," John told Larry King when asked why he created George Magazine. His mother also had mixed feelings about the media. "That's not what's real in my life," she told a friend. "What's real are my family and friends." Thank you Ladies for protecting John from the vultures.
I wanted to watch this video about a new book about John Kennedy Jr. However, I could not finish the video. The interviewer is condescending, actually offensive in her descriptions of John. She describes him as " not being the sharpest tool in the shed " . Really ??? Are you a professional ?? Maybe she was asking some of these questions for the shock value, to get a reaction from the authors of the new book, I don't know but the interviewer is being immature, offensive, and downright mean with the way she asks questions, and even her description of John Jr's father. The interview goes in to great detail of the personal life of the President of the United States. These two men have passed away, and I assume this book is revealing some secrets about John, and maybe this will boost sales if we put a scandal spin on things. But the Kennedy family had grace and pride, and if John were alive, either one of them, I feel quite sure that they would shut down this interview.
Let’s just say he was no road scholar, they wanted him to repeat the 3rd grade so his mother took him out of that school and put him in another one, he had to repeat his senior year of high school.
Katie Couric used to be a reporter/interviewer on the Today Show. She does have an edge where she will ask probing questions that are often of interests to the public, but she is professional and has a ton of experience.
Worst book ever. I got to chapter 3 and returned it for store credit at B & N. I just had to delve into what the hype was about, but in reality JFK jr was just another scion riding on his late father’s over rated legacy if you take into account all the misogyny and power manipulations that went on until karma intervened. Maureen Callahan’ s “Ask Not”…..The Kennedys and the Women They destroyed…..is a way better read with historical significance. Meanwhile this JFK jr book was a rehash recollection of JFK jr.’s associations …..Who cares? America went on for the better without an ADHD drug user who failed the bar exam many times until his family helped him. Like a bad People magazine excerpt collection.
And, please interview J.D. Vance, as I've been researching him.. going back to 2016 with his book, Hillbilly Elegy. Ii think he is a pretty wonderful person, as well. Thanks, Katie!❤
Back in the mid 80’s I worked for a top law firm in Downtown LA. One day I was waiting for the elevator to go to lunch. When the doors opened I almost passed out when there stood John and a couple of other guys. John smiled right at me, said hi, asked if I worked at the firm, and whether I liked it. He said they were all there to consider the summer law clerk intern program. I answered the best I could considering my shock. When we got to the lobby, the moment of small talk was over but it was a huge moment and lifetime memory for me. 😊
Great story!
Love this!
Wow how awesome!!
My sister saw him in Manhattan. She said he was very good looking.
@@ElizzzaB oh she is very right. He was a gorgeous man.
He was a creative, very much not a lawyer’s intellect or personality. That does not mean he was stupid or “not the sharpest tool in the shed.” It means that his intelligence existed in a different area. There is no shame in that. Not everyone is a traditional student and that does not mean they are limited. Remember, he wanted to be an actor, but his mother nixed that. She wanted him to pursue the typical academic path of his sister.
So beautifully stated!
This plane crash still hits hard 25 years later. Not only with the unfulfilled promise of JFK, Jr., but for Caroline & her sister Lauren. So tragic.
To be born into the life John and Caroline were, was their "normal." Their mother did the best she could. Fortunately, she had a lot of support and the financial means to support her children.
Considering what she had witnessed just inches away from President Kennedy, I cannot fathom the trauma she endured for the rest of her life, even with therapy.
I do wish she had allowed John to be himself instead of forcing law school on him. Upper class attitudes!
I did read somewhere where he said to his mother that he wouldn't fly. No idea if that's actually true. Flying was only after his mother died.
It's clear that John needed to be unplugged from people more than Caroline did. I chalk that up to being the very attractive son of a beloved President.
I'm 4 days older than John and it felt so familiar when he died. I was having an iced coffee at Starbucks in San Diego when they were missing that first day. I will never forget that sick feeling in my stomach.
God rest all of their souls. They are all missed.
We loved John John and Caroline as much as we loved their parents. When Pres. Kennedy was killed, it traumatized me. To this day I cry when I see docs of the Kennedys. Jackie adored her children and fiercely protected them, for obvious reasons. When John Jr died, I felt sick, but was just glad Jackie didn't have to experience it
I saw him in central park in 1995 playing 🏈.. I said Hi I'm from Canada.. Canada eh? He remarked good to meet you with a gentle smile ,wow he was handsome .
John would have been 63, 64 in November.
44:18 I listened to the whole piece! I really enjoyed it because we are getting a different, longer view of JFK Jr. He and Princess Diana were born within a year of me...when we lost Diana, I thought how sad, a voice for hope from my generation and at least we still have that voice in JFK Jr. It was surreal when he passed and I was heartbroken! Thank you Katie for continuing your work-Claire Perez
Such an interesting interview. I'm still not over the tragedy. So sad. His mother told him not to be a pilot. He should have listened to his mom.
Always great interviews ! The end result is that he passed the NY bar exam which is impressive. He was incredible handsome .
I loved him so much and still remember the day he passed away. Such a beautiful soul, taken too soon. I wish he were still here today. ❤️🩹
RIP John, Carolyn, and Lauren
❤ Katie!! Your voice is so calming for me.
I always got the feeling that John Jr., Carolyn, and Lauren were good, kind people, but this interview just confirmed it. Heartbreaking that we lost them!
it seems like it was just a few days ago. so tragic
What an awesome interview! I was 12 years old when "John John" saluted his father's casket. It's a memory I'll never forget.
Good job Katie Couric!
I forgot to say , I have always admired. And you are so lovable! and you seek so sincerely and empathetically (sp?) and bravely..
Katie, so glad to have found your podcast ❤
Ill never get over him being gone😢💔😔
I feel there are 2 great and honest books written about JFk Jr. The first was "The Men We Became" by Robert Littell and now this incredible book "JFK Jr." by RoseMarie Terenzio and Liz McNeil.
I think John, Carolyn and Lauren are honored in such an authentic and truthful way. I just wish there was a way it could have had a different ending. Congratulations, you should both be proud! It must not have been easy especially for Ms. Terenzio who knew them both so well to have to relive such painful memories and I admire both your courage to have been so open in exposing certain flaws and truths about some of John's family members.
Good morning afternoon, I just remember one of the pilots didn't want him to fly because he didn't have enough experience, he wasn't instrument-rated he wanted to fly with him 🤷🏻♀️ should never have happened if you would have listened
My heart broke during JFK Jr. tragedy. I lived near the shore in RI , on that day..the haze and humidity. He was going to take off, I think there had been a delay? for departure... was it near dusk? The reports as I recalled that kind of air and time of day..just seemed wrong .unsettling.
Later, learning that he relied more on the horizon, than the instruments..
Do I have that right? Not entirely sure
What a great interview! Thank you!
I just reserved the book from my local library. There are 10 folks ahead of me, waiting for the book. I can't wait to read it. P.S -- Rosemarie Terenzio hasn't aged one iota. What's your secret Rosemarie!
Katie, have you interviewed RFK Jr.? Please interview him..especially, now. Please.
Thank you!
"If you can't beat 'em...join 'em," John told Larry King when asked why he created George Magazine. His mother also had mixed feelings about the media. "That's not what's real in my life," she told a friend. "What's real are my family and friends." Thank you Ladies for protecting John from the vultures.
Katie, he didn’t ask you out because he was interested in BEAUTIFUL, smart women.
All John ever wanted was to live a normal life and to be treated like a normal person.
Not really.
@@wahlgreengirl7459 right next door in Hyannis saw him all the time doing normal things like getting gas, going to church, swimming, etc....
So sad they are all gone.
God how i loved jfk jr❤
Purchased from Audible last night. Interesting listening.
When will the Kennedy's be allowed to rest in peace.
Never just being honest Never
I wanted to watch this video about a new book about John Kennedy Jr. However, I could not finish the video. The interviewer is condescending, actually offensive in her descriptions of John. She describes him as " not being the sharpest tool in the shed " . Really ??? Are you a professional ?? Maybe she was asking some of these questions for the shock value, to get a reaction from the authors of the new book, I don't know but the interviewer is being immature, offensive, and downright mean with the way she asks questions, and even her description of John Jr's father. The interview goes in to great detail of the personal life of the President of the United States. These two men have passed away, and I assume this book is revealing some secrets about John, and maybe this will boost sales if we put a scandal spin on things. But the Kennedy family had grace and pride, and if John were alive, either one of them, I feel quite sure that they would shut down this interview.
You are hysterical!
Let’s just say he was no road scholar, they wanted him to repeat the 3rd grade so his mother took him out of that school and put him in another one, he had to repeat his senior year of high school.
@@ilovemickyandhelove1 so what?
Katie Couric used to be a reporter/interviewer on the Today Show. She does have an edge where she will ask probing questions that are often of interests to the public, but she is professional and has a ton of experience.
Worst book ever. I got to chapter 3 and returned it for store credit at B & N. I just had to delve into what the hype was about, but in reality JFK jr was just another scion riding on his late father’s over rated legacy if you take into account all the misogyny and power manipulations that went on until karma intervened. Maureen Callahan’ s “Ask Not”…..The Kennedys and the Women They destroyed…..is a way better read with historical significance. Meanwhile this JFK jr book was a rehash recollection of JFK jr.’s associations …..Who cares? America went on for the better without an ADHD drug user who failed the bar exam many times until his family helped him. Like a bad People magazine excerpt collection.
Totally disagree. I could not put it down.
Katie asked rude questions.
🙂
25 yeats already?
Katie Couric, stop!
You were married in 1989. He had ample opportunities to date you.
Thankyou. I think he would have rin for pres and i would have so
worried about assassination. But he was impetuous.
He was so popular with both Democrats and Republicans. It would have been fascinating if he could have ever gotten to that point of running.
In
if he worked for a living instead pilot on vacation he would be alive today
I guess his cousin apologizes for getting married?
He was an entrepreneur with George magazine.
The bushes really hate that family.
JFK jr apologists.
And, please interview J.D. Vance, as I've been researching him.. going back to 2016 with his book, Hillbilly Elegy. Ii think he is a pretty wonderful person, as well. Thanks, Katie!❤
JD Vance is not a wonderful person according to numerous people who knew him.
Jfk jr committed suicide/murder 😢