EP.11 - Unravelling the intricate, fascinating life of Jackie Kennedy Onassis, a Deep Dive with Author Dawn Tripp

In this episode of Elena Meets the Author, Elena interviews bestselling author Dawn Tripp about her historical fiction novel 'Jackie,' which offers a nuanced portrait of Jackie Bouvier Kennedy Onassis. Through insights from Dawn's extensive research and reflections, the discussion reveals Jackie's intellectual depth, passion for literature, and complex relationships, particularly with JFK. The episode dives into Jackie's profound resilience, highlighted by her ability to manage grief and maintain her public image following JFK's assassination. It also touches on her later years and significant relationships, including with Aristotle Onassis. Viewers will gain a deeper understanding of Jackie's multifaceted persona, her literary passions, and her influential role in history. The segment concludes with literary recommendations from Elena and teasers for future discussions. 00:00 Elena Meets Dawn 01:04 The Enigma of Jackie Kennedy 02:39 Discovering Jackie Through Poetry 06:59 The Love Story of Jackie and Jack 10:34 Researching the Real Jackie 14:24 Finding Jackie's Voice 20:07 Comparing Jackie and Georgia 22:33 Jackie's Strength and Legacy 27:53 Unseen Aspects of Jackie 30:25 Exploring Jackie's Multilingual Talents 32:06 The Pressures and Losses of the Kennedy Marriage 34:19 Jackie's Role in Preserving JFK's Legacy 37:42 Jackie's Intentional Style and Public Perception 41:49 The Complexities of Jackie's Marriages 46:07 Jackie's Life After Onassis 52:58 Upcoming Projects and Book Recommendations This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit elenabowes.substack.com

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