#WeNeedToTalk

Malynda Hale

malyndahale@substack.com

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Booking Overview

Hosted by activist and performer Malynda Hale, this show centers on intimate, one-on-one conversations about social justice, politics, faith/religion, and culture. It’s a strong platform for leaders and experts who can speak with clarity and “receipts” on policy, community solutions, and moral/social questions.

Metrics

Episodes: 235

Frequency: Irregular

Rating: 4.9/5.0

Estimated listeners: 1k-10k

Gender skew: Female

Location: USA

YouTube: 323 subscribers

Contact Information

malyndahale@substack.com

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Host

Malynda Hale - Actor, singer, and activist who hosts #WeNeedToTalk. The show is rooted in her motto that everything begins with a conversation, using heartfelt one-on-one interviews to explore social justice, pol...

Booking Intelligence

Booking Requirements

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Typical Credentials:  
High-credibility public figures or policy leaders with a track record (elected officials, senior campaign/community leaders, or recognized experts) who can discuss social justice and political issues with concrete outcomes and actionable plans.
Required Achievements:  
Elected or senior government role, Documented legislative/policy achievements, Public policy leadership with measurable impact, Recognized activism or community leadership

Recent Guest Discussions

Juliana Stratton - Minimum Wage And Economic Policy; Education Department And Restoration Plan; Political Messaging And Strategy; Black Maternal Health; Local And State Governance Context; Chicago/local Issues

Recent Topics

Politics, Social Justice, Public Policy, Faith, Elections

Episodes

Here's the recent few episodes on
#WeNeedToTalk
:

Facts & Context: 5 Ways People are Surviving Right Now

May 29, 2026

Facts & Context: The Quiet Ways People Are Trying To Survive Right NowA lot is going wrong right now. But people are not waiting around. Here are five impactful ways communities are surviving and fighting back.1. Food SNAP participation has dropped by 3.5 million people since last July and the Congressional Budget Office projects 2.4 million people will lose benefits every month over the next decade. In response people are building community refrigerators, mutual aid networks, community garde...

#WeNeedToTalk: In Conversation w/ Juliana Stratton

May 28, 2026

I have been paying close attention to who is showing up with both a clear vision and the receipts to back it up. Juliana Stratton is one of those people.The Illinois Lieutenant Governor is running for U.S. Senate and I had the opportunity to sit down with her for a full conversation about what is actually happening in this country and what she plans to do about it.We covered a lot of ground. The minimum wage and why $25 as the federal minimum is necessary. The dismantling of the Department o...

#WeNeedToTalk: The Iran Conflict, Energy Prices, and What It Means For All Of Us

April 30, 2026

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