The Kennedys
Overview
"The Kennedys" delves into the storied lives of America's most iconic political dynasty, exploring their significant achievements and heartbreaking misfortunes. This gripping drama uncovers the complexities of John F. Kennedy's presidency, the impact of his family's legacy, and the personal struggles that shaped their public persona. With a focus on both their political ambitions and private dilemmas, the series paints a vivid portrait of a family that has left an indelible mark on the nation, capturing the allure and challenges faced by the Kennedys in their pursuit of power and influence.
Episodes
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1
Oprah vs. The Catholic Church
Greg Giraldo and Paul F. Tompkins engage in a spirited debate over the fictional case of "Catholic Church vs. Oprah." Their discussion dives into the ...
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A Father's Great Expectations
The Kennedys unite in their efforts to elect Jack as President, but their troubled history reveals a more profound conflict. “There's a lot of tal...
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2
Donald Trump vs. Viagra
Lewis Black presides over the peculiar case of "Donald Trump vs. Viagra," presented by passionate advocates Greg Giraldo and Andy Kindler. The courtro...
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2
Shared Victories, Private Struggles
As the presidential election reaches a critical juncture, Bobby confides in Joe Sr. that he plans to step away from politics. "John F. Kennedy was a ...
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3
Beer vs. Weed
Paul F. Tompkins and Andrew Daly engage in a spirited debate over which substance is the greater vice: beer or weed.
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3
Failed Invasion, Failed Fidelity
After the Bay of Pigs invasion ends in failure, JFK faces the tough choice of how to respond, a decision he will come to regret later. “During his...
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4
YouTube vs. Porn
Greg Giraldo and Patton Oswalt engage in a lively debate about the merits and drawbacks of pornography and YouTube, each arguing whether these platfor...
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4
Broken Promises and Deadly Barriers
Title: Shattered Vows and Lethal Divides Plot: Following the catastrophic Bay of Pigs invasion, JFK faces a tough choice that haunts him in the futur...
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5
Paris Hilton vs. Dick Cheney
Lewis Black engages in a lively debate with Greg Giraldo and Patton Oswalt as they discuss who is the greater villain: Paris Hilton or Dick Cheney? Ea...
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5
Moral Issues and Inner Turmoil
Violent protests erupt in the South over desegregation, prompting President JFK to take decisive action. Meanwhile, Jackie struggles with her reliance...
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6
High School vs. American Idol
Lewis Black faces a dilemma as he weighs the merits of high school against the perils of American Idol, with Patton Oswalt and Andy Kindler passionate...
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6
On the Brink of War
Title: On the Edge of Conflict Plot: As tensions soar during the Cuban missile crisis, the United States and the Soviet Union teeter on the edge of w...
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7
Kim Jong Il vs. Tila Tequila
Lewis Black engages in a lively discussion with Greg Giraldo and Kathleen Madigan as they debate who is the greater menace: Kim Jong-Il or Tila Tequil...
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7
The Countdown to Tragedy
Jack and Jackie face the heartbreaking loss of their newborn baby while JFK is in Dallas on that tragic November day. “There’s a continuous thre...
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8
The Aftermath: A Family's Curse of Misfortune and Heartbreak
Title: The Aftermath: A Family's Legacy of Sorrow and Struggle Plot: Haunted by guilt over his brother's tragic passing, Bobby finds himself drowning...
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8
Las Vegas vs. The Human Body
Lewis Black listens as Andrew Daly and Patton Oswalt passionately debate the darker aspects of Las Vegas and the complexities of the human body. Their...
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Ultimate Fighting vs. Bloggers
In the season 2 premiere, Andy Daly and Patton Oswalt engage in a heated debate over the merits of "Ultimate Fighting versus Bloggers."
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2
Steroids vs. Boob Jobs
Greg Giraldo and Andrew Daly engage in a heated debate about the merits of muscle-enhancing steroids compared to chest-size-enhancing boob jobs. Each ...
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3
Olympic Games vs. Drinking Games
Andy Daly and Greg Giraldo face off to determine which is the more futile endeavor: the Olympic Games or drinking games. As they debate the merits and...
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4
NRA vs. PETA
Andy Kindler and Paul F. Tompkins engage in a lively debate about the contrasting ideologies of the NRA and PETA. Their exchange is filled with sharp ...
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5
Red States vs. Blue States
Paul F. Tompkins and Patton Oswalt engage in a lively debate about the differences between red states and blue states, each taking a stance on which s...
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6
Disney vs. Scientology
Kathleen Madigan and Andy Kindler face off in a comedic showdown, debating which is the more nefarious force: Disney or Scientology.
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7
Going Green vs. Spring Break
Greg Giraldo and Andrea Savage engage in a lively discussion, weighing the merits of environmentalism against the idea of carefree partying. Their con...
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8
Gen X vs. Baby Boomers
Paul F. Tompkins and Andy Daly engage in a lively discussion contrasting Generation X with the Baby Boomer generation. They explore the defining trait...
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9
Strip Clubs vs. Sororities
Kathleen Madigan and Greg Giraldo are back at it, engaging in a lively discussion to determine which institution is more nefarious: strip clubs or sor...
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10
The Hills vs. Rocket Scientists
In the season two finale, Jerry Minor and Paul Tompkins engage in a lively discussion about the negative aspects of rocket science, juxtaposed with th...
