About this episode
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 against him. Trump's failed promise to end the Ukraine war in 24 hours, and the 20,000 Ukrainian children abducted by Russia. RFK Jr.’s latest autism stunt: claiming he’ll find the “cause” by September with a debunked vaccine conspiracist in charge. A “Simmer Down” break with celebrity impressions. New polls show Trump’s approval cratering—especially with young voters. The ACLU sues the Department of Defense over banned books and canceled cultural observances in military schools. Trump’s new executive order that may make water less safe for Black communities in Alabama. PLUS: Bob brings up the Michelle Obama conspiracy theory, and the family unpacks the Blue Origin flight with Katy Perry and Gayle King. 🎙️ Subscribe for your weekly dose of truth, tension, and totally unfiltered family drama. 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