February 11, 2025

"JFK’s Irish Connection: The Criminal Underground Behind Camelot"

1 hour 25 minutes

Behind the polished image of John F. Kennedy’s rise to power was a world few dared to talk about—the Irish criminal underground that helped shape his political ascent. From the backroom dealings of Boston’s Irish Mob to the silent influence of powerbrokers with ties to organized crime, this episode peels back the layers of hidden alliances, secret financial backers, and the shadowy figures who played a role in America’s most iconic presidency.
We explore the deep ties between the Kennedy family and the Irish underworld, uncovering how bootlegging money, political maneuvering, and even mob connections paved the way for JFK’s meteoric rise. Did figures from the Irish criminal underworld manipulate elections? How involved was Joseph Kennedy, JFK’s father, in leveraging illicit networks to secure his family’s future? And what role did these supporters play in the power struggles that followed JFK into the White House?
With newly uncovered FBI files, firsthand accounts, and expert analysis, this episode dives deep into the intersection of crime, politics, and loyalty—where the promise of the American Dream clashed with the harsh realities of the criminal underground.
Was the Kennedy dynasty truly built on legitimacy, or was it partially bankrolled by figures operating in the shadows? And how much did these connections contribute to the larger conspiracy theories surrounding JFK’s assassination?

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