The Necessary Conversation

📣 Bob is out this week prepping for hip surgery—but don’t worry, we’ve got backup. Joining us in his place is Rep. Gil Cisneros, Congressman from California’s 31st district, to help us unpack one of the most explosive weeks in politics yet. 🧨 Epstein List Doesn’t Exist?! After years of MAGA conspiracy theories, the FBI and DOJ announced this week that no Epstein client list exists. Trump loyalists are revolting. Bongino might resign. Pam Bondi flip-flopped. Kash Patel is backtracking. Steve...

Transcribed - Published: 13 July 2025

This week on The Necessary Conversation, the Kultgen Family dives into the most chaotic week in American politics yet—featuring billion-dollar bills, flooded detention centers, and a potential UFC cage fight… on the White House lawn. 🔺 Big Beautiful Bill (BBB) Trump celebrates July 4th by signing the most aggressive bill of his presidency—permanently extending tax cuts for the rich, slashing Medicaid & SNAP, defunding Planned Parenthood, and making ICE the highest-budgeted federal agency...

Transcribed - Published: 6 July 2025

In this week’s fiery episode of The Necessary Conversation, the Kultgen family tackles some of the biggest political stories shaping America—and the world. 👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Join Chad, Haley, and their MAGA parents, Mary Lou and Bob, as they debate: 🧨 Supreme Court Power Grab The Court ruled that lower courts can no longer block executive orders nationwide. Is this the end of checks and balances—or the start of a dictatorship? 🇮🇷 Iran Nuclear Strike: Success or Spin? Trump claims the U.S. bombing "ob...

Transcribed - Published: 29 June 2025

This week on The Necessary Conversation, the Kultgen Family is back—and the stakes couldn’t be higher. Trump promised to be the “anti-war president,” but now the U.S. is bombing Iran, and even MAGA is starting to fracture. Is this the start of World War III? We dive deep into: 🇮🇷 Trump’s stunning military escalation against Iran using B-2 bombers and “bunker busters” 🪖 Pete Hegseth’s shocking refusal to rule out U.S. troops firing on civilians 🔥 ICE raids in Los Angeles scho...

Transcribed - Published: 22 June 2025

This week on The Necessary Conversation, things get heated as the Kultgen family dives into one of the most volatile weeks in American politics. 🔴 A Minnesota lawmaker is assassinated in her home, and a hit list tied to the “No Kings” movement is discovered. 🔴 Trump sends thousands of National Guard troops and Marines into Los Angeles amid ICE raids, sparking nationwide protests and a legal battle over the limits of presidential power. 🔴 Senator Alex Padilla is handcuffed by feder...

Transcribed - Published: 15 June 2025

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 ...

Transcribed - Published: 8 June 2025

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 ...

Transcribed - Published: 1 June 2025

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...

Transcribed - Published: 25 May 2025

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 ...

Transcribed - Published: 18 May 2025

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...

Transcribed - Published: 5 May 2025

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...

Transcribed - Published: 27 April 2025

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...

Transcribed - Published: 20 April 2025

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...

Transcribed - Published: 14 April 2025

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 Freedom to LearnChampioning school choice, defending parental rights, & exposing the harm caused by unionsListen on: Apple Podcasts Spotify 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: thenecessaryconversati...

Transcribed - Published: 6 April 2025

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. Freedom to LearnChampioning school choice, defending parental rights, & exposing the harm caused by unionsListen on: Apple Podcasts Spotify 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: [email protected]

Transcribed - Published: 30 March 2025

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! Freedom to LearnChampioning school choice, defending parental rights, & exposing the harm caused by unionsListen on: Apple Podcasts Spotify If you have a question for anyone on the show, record it in a...

Transcribed - Published: 23 March 2025

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! Freedom to LearnChampioning school choice, defending parental rights, & exposing the harm caused by unionsListen on: Apple Podcasts Spotify If you have a question for anyone on the show, record ...

Transcribed - Published: 17 March 2025

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 Freedom to LearnChampioning school choice, defending parental rights, & exposing the harm caused by unionsListen on: Apple Podcasts Spotify If you have a question for anyone on the show, record it in a 1 minute or under au...

Transcribed - Published: 9 March 2025

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! Freedom to LearnChampioning school choice, defending parental rights, & exposing the harm caused by unionsListen on: Apple Podcasts Spotify If you have a question for anyone on the show, record it in a 1 minute or under audio or video clip and se...

Transcribed - Published: 2 March 2025

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! Freedom to LearnChampioning school choice, defending parental rights, & exposing the harm caused by unionsListen on: Apple Podcasts Spotify If you have a question for anyone on the show, record it in a 1 minute or under audio or video clip and send i...

Transcribed - Published: 23 February 2025

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 Freedom to LearnChampioning school choice, defending parental rights, & exposing the harm caused by unionsListen on: Apple Podcasts Spotify 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: [email protected]

Transcribed - Published: 16 February 2025

The Kultgens try their best to avoid politics for an entire episode. Freedom to LearnChampioning school choice, defending parental rights, & exposing the harm caused by unionsListen on: Apple Podcasts Spotify 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: [email protected]

Transcribed - Published: 9 February 2025

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 Freedom to LearnChampioning school choice, defending parental rights, & exposing the harm caused by unionsListen on: Apple Podcasts Spotify 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: [email protected]

Transcribed - Published: 2 February 2025

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 Freedom to LearnChampioning school choice, defending parental rights, & exposing the harm caused by unionsListen on: Apple Podcasts Spotify If you have a question for anyone on the show, record it in a 1 minute or under audio or video cl...

Transcribed - Published: 26 January 2025

The Kultgens discuss: 1. Trump's Inauguration 2. TikTok 3. Mike Johnson's Conditional Disaster Aid Kitty's Name Origin 4. Hegseth's Confirmation Hearing 5. Oklahoma's Divorce Laws 6. Trump's Hollywood Ambassadors Freedom to LearnChampioning school choice, defending parental rights, & exposing the harm caused by unionsListen on: Apple Podcasts Spotify 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: thenecessaryconve...

Transcribed - Published: 19 January 2025

The Kultgens discuss: 1. The Fires In LA 2. Trump's Sentencing 3. Trump Vs. Greenland 4. Zuck Gets Rid of Fact Checking 5. TikTok Bye Bye? Freedom to LearnChampioning school choice, defending parental rights, & exposing the harm caused by unionsListen on: Apple Podcasts Spotify 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: [email protected]

Transcribed - Published: 12 January 2025

The Kultgens discuss: 1. The Maga Civil War 2. This Is Trump's America Jimmy Carter 3. Trump Delays TikTok Ban 4. Matt Gaetz Freedom to LearnChampioning school choice, defending parental rights, & exposing the harm caused by unionsListen on: Apple Podcasts Spotify 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: [email protected]

Transcribed - Published: 30 December 2024

After being told that we weren't doing a show today, Chad prepared nothing. Enjoy. Freedom to LearnChampioning school choice, defending parental rights, & exposing the harm caused by unionsListen on: Apple Podcasts Spotify 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: [email protected]

Transcribed - Published: 23 December 2024

The Kultgens Discuss 1.Luigi Mangione 2. Drones Over New Jersey 3. Public Schools Closing 4. Trump Walks Back Lower Grocery Price Promise Freedom to LearnChampioning school choice, defending parental rights, & exposing the harm caused by unionsListen on: Apple Podcasts Spotify 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: [email protected]

Transcribed - Published: 15 December 2024

The Kultgens discuss: 1. Biden's Pardon 2. The CEO Killer 3. Hegseth's Relationship with Alcohol 4. The Military Woke List Freedom to LearnChampioning school choice, defending parental rights, & exposing the harm caused by unionsListen on: Apple Podcasts Spotify 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: [email protected]

Transcribed - Published: 8 December 2024

The Kultgens discuss: 1. Kash Patel 2. Trump Vs. Mexico 3. Blaire Flemming 4. Trump Vs. Canada Freedom to LearnChampioning school choice, defending parental rights, & exposing the harm caused by unionsListen on: Apple Podcasts Spotify 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: [email protected]

Transcribed - Published: 1 December 2024

In this episode the Kultgens discuss Trump's cabinet picks. Freedom to LearnChampioning school choice, defending parental rights, & exposing the harm caused by unionsListen on: Apple Podcasts Spotify 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: [email protected]

Transcribed - Published: 24 November 2024

The Kultgens discuss the implications of Trump's landslide victory in the most recent U.S. Presidential election. Freedom to LearnChampioning school choice, defending parental rights, & exposing the harm caused by unionsListen on: Apple Podcasts Spotify 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: [email protected]

Transcribed - Published: 10 November 2024

How are the Kultgens feeling on election night 2024? Freedom to LearnChampioning school choice, defending parental rights, & exposing the harm caused by unionsListen on: Apple Podcasts Spotify 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: [email protected]

Transcribed - Published: 6 November 2024

The Kultgens discuss: 1. Women Dying In Texas 2. Trump's MSG Rally 3. Who Will Win The Election 4. Will There Be Violence? Freedom to LearnChampioning school choice, defending parental rights, & exposing the harm caused by unionsListen on: Apple Podcasts Spotify 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: [email protected]

Transcribed - Published: 3 November 2024

The Kultgens discuss: 1. Record Breaking Early Voting In Georgia 2. The Enemy Within 3. Trump Dances for 30 Minutes at a Rally 4. Trump Backs Out of Interviews With special guest Roman Popp! Freedom to LearnChampioning school choice, defending parental rights, & exposing the harm caused by unionsListen on: Apple Podcasts Spotify 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: [email protected]

Transcribed - Published: 20 October 2024

The Kultgens discuss: 1. MTG's Suggestion that the Dems are creating hurricanes for political gain 2. Iran's plans to assassinate Trump 3. The thwarted election day terrorist attack in Oklahoma 4. Kamala's edited 60 Minutes interview Freedom to LearnChampioning school choice, defending parental rights, & exposing the harm caused by unionsListen on: Apple Podcasts Spotify 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 ...

Transcribed - Published: 13 October 2024

The Kultgens Discuss: 1. Haley's Viral Harris/Walz Cookies 2. The VP Debate 3. Melania Trump Pro Choice 4. Elon Musk at Trump's Rally Freedom to LearnChampioning school choice, defending parental rights, & exposing the harm caused by unionsListen on: Apple Podcasts Spotify 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: [email protected]

Transcribed - Published: 6 October 2024

Jamie Miller is the former Executive Director of Republican Party Of Florida and he currently operates the Reasonable Arguments blog which is described as, “Reasonable conservative commentary about Florida and national politics.” Jamie's Blog: https://reasonablearguments.com/ The Kultgen and Miller discuss: 1. Hurricane Helene 2. Trump Handing Out Money To Voters 3. Stock Market Hitting An All Time High Under Biden 4. The Upcoming VP Debate Freedom to LearnChampioning school choice, defendi...

Transcribed - Published: 29 September 2024

The Kultgens discuss: 1. Women Dying Because Of Abortion Bans 2. Trump Pulling Out Of the 2nd Debate with Harris P Diddy 3. Mark Robinson 4. Hand counting votes in Georgia Freedom to LearnChampioning school choice, defending parental rights, & exposing the harm caused by unionsListen on: Apple Podcasts Spotify 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: [email protected]

Transcribed - Published: 22 September 2024

The Kultgens Discuss: 1. Post debate fact checking 2. Taylor Swift endorses Harris (Favorite pets) 3. Laura Loomer 4. The Pope doesn't like either candidate Freedom to LearnChampioning school choice, defending parental rights, & exposing the harm caused by unionsListen on: Apple Podcasts Spotify 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: [email protected]

Transcribed - Published: 15 September 2024

The Kultgens go point by point for a full analysis of tonight's historic debate. Freedom to LearnChampioning school choice, defending parental rights, & exposing the harm caused by unionsListen on: Apple Podcasts Spotify 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: [email protected]

Transcribed - Published: 11 September 2024

The Kultgens discuss: 1. Kamala's First Interview 2. Trump at Arlington Cemetery (Goatman) 3. Trump NFTs 4. Tim Walz DUI Freedom to LearnChampioning school choice, defending parental rights, & exposing the harm caused by unionsListen on: Apple Podcasts Spotify 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: [email protected]

Transcribed - Published: 2 September 2024

The Kultgens discuss: 1. The DNC 2. RFK Backing Trump Bob's New Shoes 3. Kamala Winning The Internet 4. HIV Positive Military Freedom to LearnChampioning school choice, defending parental rights, & exposing the harm caused by unionsListen on: Apple Podcasts Spotify 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: [email protected]

Transcribed - Published: 26 August 2024

In this episode the Kultgens discuss 1. The Debate Schedule 2. The DNC Bob's New Hip 3. Trump's Sentencing 4. Elon Musk's Trump Interview Freedom to LearnChampioning school choice, defending parental rights, & exposing the harm caused by unionsListen on: Apple Podcasts Spotify 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: [email protected]

Transcribed - Published: 18 August 2024

The Kultgens discuss: Bob's Broken Hip Kamala Harris' Record Breaking Fundraising Trump at the NABJ JD Vance Olympic Women's Boxing Freedom to LearnChampioning school choice, defending parental rights, & exposing the harm caused by unionsListen on: Apple Podcasts Spotify 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: [email protected]

Transcribed - Published: 4 August 2024

The Kultgens discuss 1. Biden Dropping Out And Endorsing Harris 2. The JD Vance Disaster 3. Trump Wants to Get Rid of Voting Freedom to LearnChampioning school choice, defending parental rights, & exposing the harm caused by unionsListen on: Apple Podcasts Spotify 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: [email protected]

Transcribed - Published: 28 July 2024

The Kultgens Discuss: The RNC JD Vance The Likelihood That Biden Will Drop Out NOTE: This episode was recorded about 45 minutes before Biden dropped out. Freedom to LearnChampioning school choice, defending parental rights, & exposing the harm caused by unionsListen on: Apple Podcasts Spotify 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: [email protected]

Transcribed - Published: 22 July 2024

One topic this week. Freedom to LearnChampioning school choice, defending parental rights, & exposing the harm caused by unionsListen on: Apple Podcasts Spotify 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: [email protected]

Transcribed - Published: 15 July 2024

The Kultgens Discuss 1. The Debate 2. The Transphobic Texas Supreme Court 3. Criminalizing Homelessness In Oregon Freedom to LearnChampioning school choice, defending parental rights, & exposing the harm caused by unionsListen on: Apple Podcasts Spotify 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: [email protected]

Transcribed - Published: 1 July 2024