The Necessary Conversation

The Necessary Conversation

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Nov 4, 2026

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Democrats Dominated The Mid-Terms 04.11.2026

In this post mid-term episode Chad, Haley and Mary Lou discuss what this astounding Democrat victory means for the future of America and the future of Maga. Smells Like Humans Like listening to funny friends discuss curious human behavior. Listen 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: the...

The Midterms Are Upon Us! 01.11.2026

This week on The Necessary Conversation , it’s Chad, Haley, and Mary Lou — all dressed up for Halloween. 🎃 Bob is still out recovering. The midterms are Tuesday. We make our predictions and talk about who we’re voting for. ⚠️ House Democrats released a 53-page report detailing new rape allegations against Trump tied to Jeffrey Epstein. The report includes evidence involving 11 women, five of whom...

New Allegations Against Trump In The Epstein Files 28.10.2026

In this midweek episode Chad plays clips about Trump's new rape accusations emerging from the recently released Democrat led investigation into the Epstein files. 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

Election Interference 25.10.2026

This week on The Necessary Conversation , it’s Chad, Haley, and Mary Lou. Bob is still out recovering but he sent in a video rant about Trump’s election interference in Alaska that we watch together on air. 🗳️ With the midterms days away, Trump’s DOJ is suing to overturn election results before the elections even happen. In Alaska, the DOJ asked a federal judge to block certification of the Senate...

Midterm Issues 21.10.2026

In this midweek episode Chad, Haley and Mary Lou discuss what are the most important issues in the upcoming midterm election as well as what anyone can believe when it comes to right wing propaganda. 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

Katie Zacharia Out After 5 Days 18.10.2026

This week on The Necessary Conversation , it’s just Chad and Mary Lou. Haley is off galavanting again and Bob is still recovering. We miss you both. ❤️ 🇷🇺 Trump signed an order waiving sanctions on Russia days before they were set to take effect — right after agreeing to buy Putin’s diesel. Ukraine says Musk’s Starlink restrictions have left them unable to intercept Russian drones killing civilian...

Midterms 14.10.2026

In this midweek episode Chad and Mary Lou discuss the upcoming midterms and Chad shows Mary Lou some clips of the candidates running for office in Mary Lou's home state of Oklahoma. 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

Public Executions 11.10.2026

This week on The Necessary Conversation we discuss: ☠️ Trump and Hegseth announced they’re going to execute a man by firing squad and livestream it on the internet for anyone to watch — including children. The execution of former Army Maj. Nidal Hasan is scheduled for December 3rd, just in time for Christmas. It would be the first U.S. military execution since 1961. The only countries that still d...

Special Guest: Dr. Steve Hassan 09.10.2026

On this special Friday episode Mary Lou, Haley and Chad are joined by Dr. Steven Hassan, author of The Cult of Trump. Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cultexpert/ Substack: https://stevenhassan.substack.com YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@drstevenhassan Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/dr.steven.hassan Twitter/X: https://x.com/CultExpert BlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/cultexpert.freedom...

A Small Price To Pay 07.10.2026

In this midweek episode Chad, Haley and Mary Lou discuss Trump's recent comments seeming to advocate for Iran to destroy two major U.S. cities including Los Angeles where Chad lives. 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

A Fine School 04.10.2026

This week on The Necessary Conversation , Chad, Haley and Mary Lou discuss the week's politics. Plus we just appeared on Katy Tur's show on MS NOW this week, so we talk about that too. 🤦 Trump weighed in on the Cornell University gang rape case — by expressing sympathy for the accused. After Governor Hochul appointed AG Letitia James as special prosecutor to reopen the case, Trump said,...

The Cornell Seven 30.09.2026

In this midweek episode Chad, Haley and Mary Lou discuss the situation regarding the sexual assault of a student by 7 fellow students at Cornell University in 2024 and what role Donald Trump plays in perpetuating an atmosphere of sexual violence without repercussion in contemporary America. If you have a question for anyone on the show, record it in a 1 minute or under audio or video clip and send...

Trump Loves China 27.09.2026

This week on The Necessary Conversation Chad, Haley, and Mary Lou dig into the following topics, with a special appearance by Bob late in the episode. 🇨🇳 American Dictator Donald Trump rolled out the red carpet for Chinese Dictator Xi Jinping — forcing U.S. service members onto their hands and knees to smooth the carpet — then hosted a lavish state dinner with billionaire tech overlords. This from...

Mary Lou's X's 23.09.2026

In this midweek episode Chad takes Mary Lou through a website made by a member of the Necessary Conversation community that lists all of her "X's" against Trump to see if a visual representation of over 40's issues helps get her closer to finally denouncing him. 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: t...

Trump Bans Press From The Whitehouse 20.09.2026

This week on The Necessary Conversation , Chad is joined by Haley and Mary Lou, who are together in Oklahoma. Bob is still out recovering. 🚫 Authoritarian Dictator Donald Trump banned CNN, MS NOW, and Politico from the White House, confiscating reporters' press badges — something not even Nixon did during Watergate. Trump offered no specific examples of "fake news" and said the ban...

Kash Patel's Stance On Bestiality 16.09.2026

In this mid-week episode Chad and Mary Lou show one another clips from across the aisle that address a wide range of topics including Kash Patel's public support of bestiality, Mitch Mcconnell's return to public and Mamdani and AOC's behavior at the 911 memorial service. 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 t...

Trump Sleeps While America Mourns 13.09.2026

This week on The Necessary Conversation , it's Chad, Haley, and Mary Lou. Bob is still out recovering. 💵 Trump held the first-ever midterm convention in Dallas, dubbed "Trump-a-palooza," where he promised every American adult $5,000 if Republicans win the midterms — a pledge that would cost $1.2 trillion with zero details on how it would be funded. He claimed the arena was "so...

Special Guest: Beto O'Rourke 11.09.2026

Haley, Mary Lou and Chad have a conversation with Texas Democrat Beto O'rourke in which they discuss his run for President in 2020, current issues with voting in America, gun control and much more. Will Mary Lou like Beto as much as she likes Hasan Piker?  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...

Mamdani 09.09.2026

Mary Lou and Chad show each clips from opposite sides of the aisle pertaining to 911 and Mamdani's first 9 months as Mayor of New York City. 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

How Close Is Trump To Dying? 06.09.2026

This week on The Necessary Conversation , it's Chad, Haley, and Mary Lou. Bob is still out recovering but getting better. We miss you, Dad. ❤️ 🤒 How close is Trump to death? Photos from a White House Rose Garden dinner went viral showing Trump sweating excessively and looking visibly ill — the latest in a long string of swollen ankles, bruised hands, and constantly falling asleep on camera....

J.D. Vance Says He's Okay With Ushering In The End Times 02.09.2026

Mary Lou and Chad dig into clips from JD Vance’s recent appearance on a podcast in which he said he is willing to usher in the biblical end times. Clips From Today’s Show: Mary Lou’s Clips: El-Sayed: https://www.instagram.com/reels/DcuI3jTP0Qa/ Children Saved: https://www.instagram.com/reels/DcuODpYu877/ Chad’s Clips: JD Vance on Endtimes: https://www.instagram.com/p/DcxKnuJFDea/ Peter Thiel on An...

Trump Tries To Rename Lake Ontario 30.08.2026

This week on The Necessary Conversation , it's just Chad and Mary Lou holding it down. Bob is still out recovering — getting better every day — and Haley is off galavanting again. 🇨🇦 Trump escalated his trade war with Canada, slapping 50% tariffs on roughly $20 billion in Canadian goods with more levies on vehicles and steel coming January 1. Canada matched it "dollar for dollar, rate fo...

Project 2025 Plans For America's Food Supply 26.08.2026

In this midweek episode Mary Lou and Chad show each other clips from opposite sides of the political spectrum including clips about Iran threatening Baron Trump's life and clips about how the current food problems in the U.S. are all part of the republican playbook. 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: thenecessary...

Trump Is Slaughtering Horses 23.08.2026

This week on The Necessary Conversation , it's Chad, Haley, and Mary Lou. Bob is still out but getting stronger every day — we're hoping to have him back soon. Hang in there, Dad. ❤️ 🐴 A New York Times investigation revealed Trump's Bureau of Land Management has sold over 6,300 federally protected wild horses — many for as little as $25 — to buyers who appear to be slaughterhouses...

What Does Maga Still Like About Trump? 19.08.2026

In this midweek episode, Chad and Mary Lou play clips for one another from the opposite side of the aisle as Chad asks Mary Lou what she still likes about Trump. These are the clips: Newsmax/Truth Social Abortion Clip: https://www.instagram.com/reels/Db7YA1hjllm/ Trump’s Effect On Venezuela Clip: https://www.facebook.com/reel/961406986355625 U.S. Military Mocks Trump Clip: https://www.instagram.co...

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