JFK Jr., George & Me

A Memoir

By: Matt Berman

Narrated by: George Newbern

Length: 4 hrs and 37 mins

Publisher's summary

As John Kennedy Jr.'s creative director for George magazine, Matt Berman had a wonderfully collaborative and fun-loving relationship with America's favorite son—his story is told here with unprecedented candor and wit.

The Kennedys—their poise, the family secrets, and their grace in the face of unimaginable tragedies—have captured the imagination and interest of the public for more than fifty years. Now colleague and friend of JFK Jr. Matt Berman offers us a unique look at John's life as both a professional and "regular guy."

When talented creative executive Matt Berman took a meeting with John Kennedy Jr. in 1995, he was immediately hired to serve as George's creative director, thus beginning an unforgettable journey, both personal and professional. We follow Matt through his first days at the magazine as he navigated the choppy waters of what would be the most-talked-about magazine launch in history, helmed by a supremely confident and charming John. Wry and instantly likable, Matt shares not only his own personal story of his relationship with John but also valuable life and work lessons that he learned while working alongside him behind the scenes at George. But most importantly, through Matt's recollections, we see a John Kennedy that the public never got to know. Matt paints a vivid portrait of JFK Jr. that only a select few have ever seen, offering a touching and honest tribute to John's legacy.

©2014 Matt Berman (P)2014 Blackstone Audio, Inc.

Sab loved this!!

Really interesting, heartfelt and thoughtful and fun. Nice to get a real life perspective on JFK JR and his life that ended much to early.

Nice.

Best narration ever.

Stellar story. I'm really impressed by the Perfection in this book. I love it.

Great inside story

This book is a great inside look at the formation of the magazine George. it provides us a special view of the relationship between an Editor and their associates.

A MUST READ

Extraordinary book! Absolutely loved every second of this story. Every detail, every moment, every word was so vividly described! You can imagine every person, place and thing happening from the detailed descriptions. Reading or listening to this book you can envision the events, the characters and locations. You don't have to know anything about politics to enjoy this book. If you love fashion, celebrities, and pop culture you will LOVE this book. Well done Matt Berman!

sure I'm a Kennedy fan, but feel like a buddy

Loved it! Of course I cried at the end. Getting there.. wow
This memoir made me feel as though I could have been in the office with John F K Jr. and hanging out with him and his Carolyn at the neighborhood dive

Loved the narrator

He made me feel like he was telling his own story.
It was a good read.

JFK Jr., George & Me

well written, very interesting...lovely tribute and insight. glad I finally got around to hearing it

A touching and poignant memoir

Having just finished Billy Noonan’s self-serving, tasteless book, “Forever Young,” that really was more about Billy then John- I craved something kind and real. This book was it. Matt did a wonderful job of capturing John’s essence while also paying tribute to beautiful Carolyn. It was sweet...it had great stories... it didn’t try to disparage them in their deaths (like Billy’s did). I highly recommend!!!!

Great book!

This books gives a wonderful insight into JFK Jr’s life through a funny description in only
The way a person who truly knew JFK Jr. could. I’m glad I picked this one to read. It’s well
With your time. I’m just sorry the story is finished. I would love to Read more.

Interesting look at the businessman

Would you recommend this audiobook to a friend? If so, why?

Definitely. It touches on a more human side of JFK, Jr. that some may have forgotten while remembering the icon.

What was one of the most memorable moments of JFK Jr., George & Me?

The visit to Barbara Streisand's house.

Which scene was your favorite?

Presenting George Washington's sword like it's no big deal.

If you were to make a film of this book, what would the tag line be?

He knew everybody but he was just John.

Any additional comments?

You also get some insight on his wife. The press had her all wrong. Not an ice queen. Mistakes were made, but they all worked hard on George. John wasn't perfect but this book told me he was everything I thought he'd be; and the good outweighed the bad tenfold.