S7E9 A Whipped Cream Affair: The True Story Behind My Dad's Death

The Chris Abraham Show

In this episode, Chris recounts a shocking and deeply personal story about his father's unexpected death in 1995. Initially believed to have died from a heart attack while photographing an equestrian event, Chris later discovers a startling truth that changes his entire understanding of the past. This episode delves into themes of family secrets, the nature of truth, and the surprising ways our lives intersect with others.

Key Points:

• Chris's move from DC to Hawaii to assist his father with a General Motors parts award event.
• The initial story of his father's death during a photography session at an equestrian event in Puerto Rico.
• The revelation that Chris's father actually died during an intimate moment with his mistress, covered in whipped cream.
• The impact of learning the true story years later through a mutual acquaintance.
• Reflections on the nature of truth and how unexpected connections can reshape our understanding of the past.

Important Locations:

• El Conquistador Resort and Country Club, Fajardo, Puerto Rico
• A dodgy hospital in Fajardo, Puerto Rico

Memorable Quotes:

• "He was my Hemingway – a drinker, a smoker, a party guy at 58."
• "My entire concept of reality exploded when I learned the true story in 1998."

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Q1: What inspired Chris to share this personal story on the podcast? A: Chris wanted to answer a listener's question from a previous episode and felt that sharing this story would provide a deep and personal insight into his life and experiences.

Q2: How did Chris initially find out about his father's death? A: Chris was initially told that his father died from a heart attack while photographing an equestrian event for a General Motors award retreat.

Q3: When did Chris learn the true story about his father's death? A: Chris learned the true story in 1998 from a mutual acquaintance who had been friends with his father's mistress.

Q4: What was the impact of learning the true story on Chris? A: Learning the true story drastically altered Chris's understanding of reality and the events surrounding his father's death, leading to a significant emotional and psychological impact.

Q5: Why does Chris refer to his father as his "Hemingway"? A: Chris likens his father to Hemingway due to his father's lifestyle as a drinker, smoker, and party enthusiast, similar to the famous writer's persona.

• General Motors yearly parts award: An event organized by General Motors to honor top sellers of GM parts, offering a retreat as a reward.
• El Conquistador Resort and Country Club: A luxury resort in Fajardo, Puerto Rico, where the award event took place.
• Equestrian event: An event involving horse riding and related activities, where Chris's father was supposedly photographing participants.
• Coronary: A term used to describe a heart attack.
• Whipped cream affair: Refers to the shocking revelation that Chris's father died while covered in whipped cream during an intimate moment with his mistress.

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