Scott Badler, Author, ‘Becoming JFK – John F. Kennedy’s Path to Leadership’; Historian
- Scott is a historian.
- He’s an author of three nonfiction books, which are titled What’s So Funny About Looking for a Job? , Oh, Brother!: (And Other Revelations on Family, Relatives, Pets and Sex), JFK & the Muckers of Choate and his latest work Becoming JFK – John F. Kennedy’s Path to Leadership.
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Overview
In this insightful conversation on The Brand Called You, historian and author Scott Badler traces John F. Kennedy’s evolution from rebellious youth to wartime hero and transformative leader. Drawing from his latest book, Becoming JFK, Badler explores Kennedy’s resilience, pragmatism, family influence, and enduring public fascination, offering leadership lessons that remain relevant today.
00:34- About Scott Badler
- Scott is a historian.
- He’s an author of three nonfiction books, which are titled What’s So Funny About Looking for a Job? , Oh, Brother!: (And Other Revelations on Family, Relatives, Pets and Sex), JFK & the Muckers of Choate and his latest work Becoming JFK – John F. Kennedy’s Path to Leadership.
10:57- What parallels do you see between the optimism of the Kennedy era and today’s political movements?
- The speaker sees little resemblance between today’s politics and the youth-driven optimism of the Kennedy era.
- Modern leadership is dominated by significantly older political figures, which contrasts sharply with Kennedy’s youthful energy.
- This shift is viewed as a negative trend, lacking the vitality and forward-looking spirit associated with the Kennedy years.
13:32- How did the Kennedy family remain committed to public service despite their repeated personal tragedies?
- They demonstrated strong persistence and continued moving forward despite personal loss.
- Family members remained committed to making meaningful contributions in various fields, not just politics.
- Their ongoing public engagement set a positive example of service for younger generations.
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- Scott is a historian.
- He’s an author of three nonfiction books, which are titled What’s So Funny About Looking for a Job? , Oh, Brother!: (And Other Revelations on Family, Relatives, Pets and Sex), JFK & the Muckers of Choate and his latest work Becoming JFK – John F. Kennedy’s Path to Leadership.
