Joel Nelson

Year(s) Discussed: 1917-1965 What began with being named as a Kennedy Scholar and a thirst for knowledge resulted in historian Joel Nelson doing a deep dive into the impactful relationship between two pivotal 20th century world leaders: John F Kennedy and Winston Churchill. In our conversation, we reflect on the impact that Churchill's example had on Kennedy's political rise and presidency, particularly with Kennedy's transformation from his father's isolationist views to a more interventionist stance which underscores the evolution of his political identity. More information can be found at https://www.presidenciespodcast.com.