Before the Bullet | Man Crush Monday | MMC36

Episode 36: Man Crush Monday - Before the Bullet Today’s ManCrushMonday is well known for meeting his untimely demise from a bullet. It’s a notorious death. We’ve all heard about it. In fact - the last few years leading up his death are the years we are all familiar with. Before that - he was raised as the grandchild of four irish immigrants - immigrants who seized the American dream, and their family did well for themselves. Well enough, anyway, that Jack grew up in boarding school, as his father spent long stretches of time away from the family on business. Young Jack blew up toilets with cherry bombs, and led a gang of trouble makers called “The Muckers” That troublemaking though was offset by health problems - one doctor thought it may have been leukemia - but another diagnosed him with collitis - a condition known to be very painful and debilitating for men. Those health problems, including a bad back, made it difficult for Jack to finish his education, and to join the Navy - his dad had to pull a few strings to get him there - and the young man went on to serve with distinction during WWII. Those distinctions made him an American hero - and he quickly grew in his influence. But who was this man, now regarded as a hero? Who was this man who shot for the moon, and did so much for his country? For his devotion to his country, persistence through pain - and for leaving a lasting legacy - we salute John Fitzgerald Kennedy - J.F.K. ___________ If you want to be a better man - check out our website - Manlihood.com - for blogs, videos, and more from our Manlihood Team. Men, you can also join our private facebook group- Manlihood ManCave -where you can meet up with a band of brothers who will challenge you and help you on your journey of manhood. This episode is produced by Hatcher Media for Manlihood.com Our Manly theme music is from Austin Stirling and also from Mark Kroos. Be sure to subscribe and leave us a review on iTunes, Youtube, or wherever you are listening to the show! Tune in again for more of the Manlihood ManCast