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Trump Begins Making His Cabinet Picks | POLITICS | The Chrestman Conversation #136
Nov 15

Nov 15 Trump Begins Making His Cabinet Picks | POLITICS | The Chrestman Conversation #136

Tyler Chrestman
Politics

On today's episode I'm going on some of the first announced cabinet picks made by President Trump, the FEMA controversy, and the 4 B movement. Come check it out on The Chrestman Conversation.

Donald Trump Wins! What Now? | POLITICS | The Chrestman Conversation #135
Nov 8

Nov 8 Donald Trump Wins! What Now? | POLITICS | The Chrestman Conversation #135

Tyler Chrestman
Politics

The election is over and Donald Trump has won, what now for the country? I read my essay on reconciliation and then give some thoughts from my balcony in Atlantis. Come check it out on The Chrestman Conversation.

4 Days Until the Election! | POLITICS | The Chrestman Conversation #134
Nov 1

Nov 1 4 Days Until the Election! | POLITICS | The Chrestman Conversation #134

Tyler Chrestman
Politics

I was out of town without internet today, so excuse the late post. On today's episode I am talking about the worst case scenario for the election and breaking down the Missouri ballot. Come check it out on The Chrestman Conversation.

Kunce Shoots a Guy & Kamala Tells Jesus to Walk On | POLITICS | The Chrestman Conversation #133
Oct 25

Oct 25 Kunce Shoots a Guy & Kamala Tells Jesus to Walk On | POLITICS | The Chrestman Conversation #133

Tyler Chrestman
Politics

Lucas Kunce, who is running to be Missouri's next U.S. Senator, accidently shot a reporter this week, and Kamala Harris commits a gigantic gaff. It was a fun week to talk politics. Come check it out on the Chrestman Conversation.

Ta Nehisi & CBS News Scuffle & Columbus Day is Great | POLITICS | The Chrestman Conversation #132
Oct 18

Oct 18 Ta Nehisi & CBS News Scuffle & Columbus Day is Great | POLITICS | The Chrestman Conversation #132

Tyler Chrestman
Politics, Race

Ta Nehisi Coates has one semi hostile interview in the last decade and CBS News has a meltdown. Plus, Kamala Harris hates Columbus Day, which makes sense to me. Come check it out on The Chrestman Conversation.

Tariffs All The Way Down | POLITICS | The Chrestman Conversation #131
Oct 11

Oct 11 Tariffs All The Way Down | POLITICS | The Chrestman Conversation #131

Tyler Chrestman
Politics

On the show today I discuss the history and utility of tariffs. I also dive into the arrest of an Isis terrorist in Oklahoma City. Come check it out on The Chrestman Conversation.

A Civil Debate | POLITICS | The Chrestman Conversation #130
Oct 4

Oct 4 A Civil Debate | POLITICS | The Chrestman Conversation #130

Tyler Chrestman
Politics

J.D. Vance and Tim Waltz engaged in a debate that, while devoid of the explosions we have become accostom to, was full of substance, and the longshoreman go on strike. Lots to cover on The Chrestman Conversation.

Immigration and Crime | POLITICS | The Chrestman Conversation #129
Sep 27

Sep 27 Immigration and Crime | POLITICS | The Chrestman Conversation #129

Tyler Chrestman
Politics

Police officer David Lee was struck and killed by an illegal immigrant who was driving while intoxicated. On this episode we go over immigration and crime as well as the death penalty and Trump's comments on capping credit card interest. Come check it out on The Chrestman Conversation.

A Second Shot is Taken At Donald Trump | POLITICS | The Chrestman Conversation #128
Sep 20

Sep 20 A Second Shot is Taken At Donald Trump | POLITICS | The Chrestman Conversation #128

Tyler Chrestman
Politics

Three topics covered in today's episode. We go over the second assassination attempt against Donald Trump, the Israeli pager attack, and Illegal immigrants being registered to vote in Oregon. Come check it out on the Chrestman Conversation.

Trump and Kamala Debate and America Snoozes | POLITICS | The Chrestman Conversation #127
Sep 13

Sep 13 Trump and Kamala Debate and America Snoozes | POLITICS | The Chrestman Conversation #127

Tyler Chrestman
Politics

Donald Trump and Kamala Harris face off in a debate on ABC. It is exactly what you'd expect, neither candidate shows us anything special, and the moderators make a mockery of the format. Let's get into it on The Chrestman Conversation.

6 Israeli Hostages Executed By Hamas | POLITICS | The Chrestman Conversation #126
Sep 6

Sep 6 6 Israeli Hostages Executed By Hamas | POLITICS | The Chrestman Conversation #126

Tyler Chrestman
Politics

Six hostages were murdered by Hamas this week and the solution from the White House is to blame Israel. I suppose we should be used to such a bumbling of our foreign policy, but sometimes it still surprises me. Come check it out on The Chrestman Conversation.

RFK is Out & He Let the Democrats & the Media Have It | POLITICS | The Chrestman Conversation #125
Aug 30

Aug 30 RFK is Out & He Let the Democrats & the Media Have It | POLITICS | The Chrestman Conversation #125

Tyler Chrestman
Politics

Robert F. Kennedy Jr drops out of the presidential race and endorses Donald Trump and Kamala Harris endorses border wall. Crazy times. Come check it out on The Chrestman Conversation.

Dissecting the DNC | POLITICS | The Chrestman Conversation #124
Aug 23

Aug 23 Dissecting the DNC | POLITICS | The Chrestman Conversation #124

Tyler Chrestman
Politics

This week I'm going over the Democratic National Convention that took place in Chicago. Lot's of fun in the building and more fun in the streets as protestors clashed with police. Come check it out on the Chrestman Conversation.

Very Peaceful BLM Protest Sends Officer to the ICU | POLITICS | The Chrestman Conversation #123
Aug 16

Aug 16 Very Peaceful BLM Protest Sends Officer to the ICU | POLITICS | The Chrestman Conversation #123

Tyler Chrestman
Politics

On the 10th anniversary of the death of Michael Brown, a BLM protest in Ferguson left one police officer in critical condition. This kind of thing is too commonplace at these protest that claim to want peace. In other news Kamala Harris's only campaign idea seems to come directly from Donald Trump. Check it out on the Chrestman Conversation.

The Only Thing Worse Than the Stock Market is Tim Waltz| POLITICS | The Chrestman Conversation #122
Aug 9

Aug 9 The Only Thing Worse Than the Stock Market is Tim Waltz| POLITICS | The Chrestman Conversation #122

Tyler Chrestman
Politics

Tim Walz is in as Vice President, the stock market crashes, and we bid a fond farewell to the illustrious Cori Bush. Come check it out on The Chrestman Conversation.

White Dudes For Kamala Brings Out the Cringe | POLITICS | The Chrestman Conversation #121
Aug 2

Aug 2 White Dudes For Kamala Brings Out the Cringe | POLITICS | The Chrestman Conversation #121

Tyler Chrestman
Politics

The White Dudes for Kamala showcases the cringiest display that politics can offer, but that seems to be the goal of the Harris campaign. Pushing the identity politics game to the maximum.

Biden Bows Out & Kamala Steps In | POLITICS | The Chrestman Conversation #120
Jul 26

Jul 26 Biden Bows Out & Kamala Steps In | POLITICS | The Chrestman Conversation #120

Tyler Chrestman
Politics

In the least surprising move in recent history, Joe Biden withdrew from the presidential race. The field quickly consolidated around Kamala Harris, a person best known for embarrassing word salads and failing upwards. Let's break it down on The Chrestman Conversation.

The Assassination Attempt on Trump | POLITICS | The Chrestman Conversation #119
Jul 19

Jul 19 The Assassination Attempt on Trump | POLITICS | The Chrestman Conversation #119

Tyler Chrestman
Politics

An attempt is made against President Trump's life and my question is, how can anyone be surprised? The man has been demonized for the last eight years. In other news, J.D. Vance was announced as Trump's vice president. Let's dive in on The Chrestman Conversation.

The Fearmongering around Project 2025 | POLITICS | The Chrestman Conversation #118
Jul 12

Jul 12 The Fearmongering around Project 2025 | POLITICS | The Chrestman Conversation #118

Tyler Chrestman
Politics

Democrats are stoking fear around Project 2025, but is it warranted? Especially when the GOP released the actual platform that Donald Trump has endorsed. We break it down on this week's Chrestman Conversation.

Chevron Overruled & Trump Immune | POLITICS | The Chrestman Conversation #117
Jul 5

Jul 5 Chevron Overruled & Trump Immune | POLITICS | The Chrestman Conversation #117

Tyler Chrestman
Politics

The Supreme Court ruled on two monumental cases this week. What does the overturning of Chevron mean for the future of the administrative state? Does King Trump now have the authority to do whatever he pleases? Come check it out on The Chrestman Conversation.

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