On this episode of SOUNDS with Tom Needham, author and journalist Dick Russell joins the show to discuss his in-depth biography, “The Real RFK Jr.” This compelling portrait explores Robert F. Kennedy Jr.’s transformation from personal struggles to becoming a leading advocate for environmental justice and government accountability.

Russell, a longtime colleague of Kennedy, draws from exclusive materials—including unpublished writings and personal journals—to present an intimate and nuanced look at his life. He delves into Kennedy’s legal battles against corporate polluters, his role in founding the world’s largest water protection organization, and his investigations into the assassinations of his father and uncle.

The conversation also touches on Kennedy’s controversial stances on public health and media narratives, shedding light on the motivations behind his activism.

This conversation was recorded prior to the 2024 presidential election.

Tune in for a thought-provoking discussion that goes beyond the headlines to examine the complexities of one of today’s most polarizing public figures.