John F. Kennedy
president of the United States from 1961 to 1963 (1917–1963)
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Videos Mentioning John F. Kennedy
Robert Greene: How To Seduce Anyone, Build Confidence & Become Powerful | E232
The Diary Of A CEO
Charismatic leader mentioned as an example of power dynamics shaped by early life.
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Signed an act in 1963 with Senator Mahan that led to the closure of mental health institutions.
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35th President of the United States. Referenced by RFK Jr. as an influence on the direction he believes the Democratic party should take.
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Former U.S. President, whose assassination predated Lyndon B. Johnson's 'War on Poverty', which became Johnson's signature legislation.
Oliver Stone: Vladimir Putin and War in Ukraine | Lex Fridman Podcast #286
Lex Fridman
US President admired for his 'warrior for peace' role in the Cuban Missile Crisis and his anti-imperialist policies, which Stone believes would have prevented prolonged Cold War if he had lived.
Ep. 217: Using Slow Productivity To Do The Best Work Anywhere
Cal Newport
Former U.S. President, listed as a famously productive person who dealt with chronic health issues including IBS and Addison's disease.
Saagar Enjeti: Politics, History, and Power | Lex Fridman Podcast #167
Lex Fridman
Former U.S. President, mentioned alongside FDR and LBJ as a hyper-competent leader who understood government and personnel.
#105-Paul Conti, MD: The psychological toll of a pandemic & the societal problems it has highlighted
Peter Attia MD
Former US President, quoted for his admonition to focus on contribution over receiving.
#101 – Ryan Holiday: Finding stillness amidst chaos
Peter Attia MD
Former US President, mentioned in the context of LBJ taking over after his assassination.
In conversation with Robert F. Kennedy Jr.
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Former President of the United States and uncle of Robert F. Kennedy Jr. His foreign policy approach is cited as a model for avoiding war and understanding adversaries.
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Former US President and uncle of Robert F. Kennedy Jr. The speech by RFK Jr. quoted JFK's distrust of the CIA and his desire to 'shatter it into a thousand pieces'.
DOGE vs USAID, Crypto Framework, Google's $75B AI Spend, US Sovereign Wealth Fund, GLP-1s
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The U.S. President who established USAID by executive order in 1961.
Tim Dillon: Comedy, Power, Conspiracy Theories, and Freedom | Lex Fridman Podcast #156
Lex Fridman
U.S. President whose assassination is cited as a major conspiracy theory involving government connections.
Inauguration Interviews: Trump's Talent, Dem Rebrand & more w/ Whip Emmer, Reps Swalwell & Khanna
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Referenced as one of the wealthiest people who became president, challenging the notion that wealth disqualifies someone from public service.
Stephen Schwarzman: Going Big in Business, Investing, and AI | Lex Fridman Podcast #96
Lex Fridman
US President whose inaugural address and 'what you can do for your country' credo are referenced as a guiding principle.
Chris Voss: FBI Hostage Negotiator | Lex Fridman Podcast #364
Lex Fridman
Former US President, quoted at the end of the podcast with the message: 'Let us never negotiate out of fear, but let us never fear to negotiate.'
David Rubenstein — Raising Billions of Dollars & Advising Presidents
Tim Ferriss
Former U.S. President whose inaugural address influenced Rubenstein's early interest in politics, and whose rhetoric was greatly shaped by his speechwriter Ted Sorensen.
Experiments in Art and Technology with Artforum Editor Michelle Kuo
Y Combinator
Former US President who stated that automation was the greatest threat facing humanity, reflecting the widespread fear at the time.
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Former US President, whose handling of the Cuban Missile Crisis, including a secret deal, is used as a historical example of de-escalation.
Stress Testing Our Democracy: A Conversation with Barton Gellman (Episode #384)
Sam Harris
Mentioned in the context of using the National Guard during the desegregation of Southern universities.
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Peter Attia MD
The former US President, mentioned as having Addison's disease, which significantly impacted his physical functioning.
The Logic of Doomsday: A Conversation with William J. Perry (Episode #210)
Sam Harris
U.S. President during the Cuban Missile Crisis, who was under pressure to take military action and whose decisions ultimately averted nuclear war. Also mentioned for his heavy medication use.
Dan Carlin: Hardcore History | Lex Fridman Podcast #136
Lex Fridman
Former US President, credited with making crucial decisions during the Cuban Missile Crisis that prevented nuclear war, demonstrating the power of individual leadership during impending doom.
David Allen — The Art of Getting Things Done (GTD) | The Tim Ferriss Show
Tim Ferriss
US President whose assassination occurred while David Allen was in Switzerland, a traumatic event for Europeans.