The Necessary Conversation

This week on The Necessary Conversation, the Kultgen family unpacks one of the most explosive political episodes of the year. We cover the Musk vs. Trump meltdown, which began with a scathing Elon tweet about Trump’s “Big Beautiful Bill” and escalated to accusations of Epstein ties, threats to decommission space tech, and the possible creation of a third political party. Is this the end of MAGA tech bromance? Then we head to Los Angeles, where ICE raids sparked mass protests, Molotovs, and a ...

Happy Pride, Happy Graduation, and Happy 50th Anniversary to Mary Lou and Bob! This week we cover: 🌮 The Taco Tariff Trades Trump's tariff flip-flops hit the spotlight when CNBC's Megan Cassella asked him about “Taco Trade” – short for “Trump Always Chickens Out.” His furious response? “That’s the nastiest question.” We break down the impact on markets and global credibility. 👁️ Elon’s Black Eye Why did Elon Musk show up bruised before resigning from DOGE? Drug rumors, a rumored brawl with ...

In this week’s fiery episode of The Necessary Conversation, our politically divided family tackles Trump’s latest tax bill, Biden’s shocking cancer diagnosis, and whether it’s fair for crypto billionaires to buy special access to the president. 🧾 Topics Include: 💸 Trump’s “One Big Beautiful Bill” — giant tax breaks for the wealthy, Medicaid cuts for millions, and a sneaky court loophole hidden on page 563. 💀 Biden’s cancer diagnosis — real tragedy or strategic timing? 🌍 Trump vs. South Afr...

This week on The Necessary Conversation, Haley abandons her family leaving Chad to deal with Bob and Mary Lou alone as they tackle another wild week in politics. For the first time ever Chad agrees with Trump on something he said this week. What was it? You’ll have to tune in to hear. TOPICS: ✈️ Big Beautiful Jet Trump accepts a $400M private plane from Qatar’s royal family to use as a temporary Air Force One. Is it a violation of the Constitution? What does Qatar want in return? 💀 Bad ...

This week on The Necessary Conversation, the Kultgen family unpacks another chaotic week in American politics. Topics include: The Catholic Church makes history with the first American pope – but is Pope Leo XIV too woke for the GOP?FBI Director Kash Patel can’t make it to his own meetings — or to a deadline. Is this how law enforcement should run?RFK Jr. cuts off healthcare for 9/11 first responders. Is this the party that “backs the blue”?Trump gets $2B through a crypto deal — and just so h...

The Kultgens dig into Donald Trump's first 100 days back in office—and it’s been a wild ride. From a record-shattering 143 executive orders to the creation of a $500,000 pay-to-play club in D.C., we break down what’s happening behind the headlines. 🎙️ Topics include: Why the stock market is tankingTrump’s broken promises on Ukraine and GazaImmigration crackdowns and ICE raids on U.S. citizensThe AI “Pope Trump” image (yes, really)The secretive Executive Branch club for rich elitesTrump's atte...

This week on The Necessary Conversation, the Kultgen family dives into some of the most shocking headlines yet from Trump's second term. We cover Trump's unprecedented attack on the judiciary after the arrest of Judge Hannah Dugan, Pete Hegseth’s second Signal security scandal, Elon Musk’s messy exit from DOGE as Tesla crumbles, and Trump's new war on higher education. Plus, we break down the humanitarian disaster unfolding in El Salvador after mass deportations — and why Trump refused federa...

In this episode of The Necessary Conversation, Chad and his sister Haley (the liberals) face off against their conservative parents, Mary Lou and Bob, for another brutally honest family debate about the week's biggest political chaos. We cover: Trump’s refusal to comply with the Supreme Court over Kilmar Abrego Garcia’s illegal deportation—plus the staged margarita photo in a Salvadorian mega-prison.The Supreme Court halting Trump’s use of the Alien Enemies Act—even his own justices ruled aga...

In this week’s episode, we break down the chaos surrounding Trump’s escalating tariff war with China, the resulting stock market crash, and the insider trading accusations stemming from his Truth Social post. We dive into the DOJ investigation of former officials Miles Taylor and Chris Krebs, the mounting legal drama over Kilmar Abrigo Garcia’s deportation, and Trump’s $92 million birthday military parade plan. Plus, we unpack the administration’s attacks on climate science and university fun...

In this episode the Kultgens discuss: 1. Trump's New Tariffs 2. Wrongful Deportations 3. Trump Disrespecting The Military Again 4. Wisconsin Supreme Court 5. Trump's 3rd Term 6. Nationwide Hands Off Protests If you have a question for anyone on the show, record it in a 1 minute or under audio or video clip and send it to: thenecessaryconversationpod@gmail.com

The Kultgens discuss: 1. Signalgate 2. Tufts Student Abduction 3. NY vs. Texas on Abortion 4. Trump's Burgeoning SS 5. Child Labor in Florida And much, much more. If you have a question for anyone on the show, record it in a 1 minute or under audio or video clip and send it to: thenecessaryconversationpod@gmail.com

The Kultgens Discuss: 1. Trump's Illegal Deportations 2. Israel Breaking The Ceasefire 3. Trump Defying The Courts 4. Social Security Problems 5. Musk Getting More Government Access 6. Trump Outlawing Abortion In Idaho 7. Trump Trying To Overturn Biden's Pardons And much, much more! If you have a question for anyone on the show, record it in a 1 minute or under audio or video clip and send it to: thenecessaryconversationpod@gmail.com

In this episode the Kultgens discuss: 1. The Tesler Commercial At the Whitehouse 2. The Government Spending Bill 3. Canda, The 51st State 4. Trump Deports a Kid With Cancer 5. Trump's Legal Defeats and Victories 6. The Measles Outbreak 7. Trump Whacked With A Microphone And much, much more! If you have a question for anyone on the show, record it in a 1 minute or under audio or video clip and send it to: thenecessaryconversationpod@gmail.com

In this episode the Kultgens discuss: 1. Reactions To Our First Viral Video 2. Trump's Address to Congress 3. Ukraine Losing American Aid 4. Tariffs 5. Musk Loses 120 Billion Dollars In A Week 6. Trump Wants To Gut The VA 7. Trump Loses At The Supreme Court If you have a question for anyone on the show, record it in a 1 minute or under audio or video clip and send it to: thenecessaryconversationpod@gmail.com

In this episode the Kultgens discuss: 1. The Disastrous White House Meeting Between Trump and Zelensky 2. The Republican Spending Bill 3. Musk Running The First Cabinet Meeting 4. Bongino At The FBI 5. Trump's Bruise And much, much more! If you have a question for anyone on the show, record it in a 1 minute or under audio or video clip and send it to: thenecessaryconversationpod@gmail.com

The Kultgens discuss: 1. Trump Declares Himself King 2. Trump Bans The Associated Press 3. Trump Fires The Heads of US Military 4. Trump Says Ukraine Started The War 5. President Elon Musk Is A Bad Father And Mary Lou's 70th Birthday! If you have a question for anyone on the show, record it in a 1 minute or under audio or video clip and send it to: thenecessaryconversationpod@gmail.com

The Kultgens discuss: 1. Musk In The Oval Office 2. Musk Fires Everyone 3. Prices Increasing 4. Did Bob and Mary Lou Do a Good Job As Parents If you have a question for anyone on the show, record it in a 1 minute or under audio or video clip and send it to: thenecessaryconversationpod@gmail.com

The Kultgens try their best to avoid politics for an entire episode. If you have a question for anyone on the show, record it in a 1 minute or under audio or video clip and send it to: thenecessaryconversationpod@gmail.com

In this episode the Kultgens discuss: 1. Plane Crashes 2. The FBI Purge 3. Trump's Tarrifs 4. Trump's War on DEI 5. Elon Musk Controlling The Federal Payment System If you have a question for anyone on the show, record it in a 1 minute or under audio or video clip and send it to: thenecessaryconversationpod@gmail.com

This week the Kultgen family discusses: 1. Haley's Viral Bishop Budde Cookies 2. Trump's Pardon Of Violent Criminals 3. What Happens When You Die? 4. Trump Vs. the 14th Amendment 5. Trump's Deportation Plan 6. Pete Hegseth Running The U.S. Military If you have a question for anyone on the show, record it in a 1 minute or under audio or video clip and send it to: thenecessaryconversationpod@gmail.com