LBJ 's "CELL PHONE" AND HIS DECISION TO JUMP ON THE TICKET IN 1960
LBJ 's "CELL PHONE" AND HIS DECISION TO JUMP ON THE TICKET IN 1960  
Podcast: My History Can Beat Up Your Politics
Published On: Thu Feb 05 2026
Description: In answering a question about JFK's health and its role in Lyndon Johnson's decision to accept the Vice Presidency, Bruce takes a look at the people and factors surrounding Johnson's decision, Kennedy's motivations, Eisenhower's indirect role, and the confusing hours in a Los Angeles hotel that changed history. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices