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The Necessary Conversation

The Necessary Conversation
Donald Trump
2024 Presidential Election
Trump
Joe Biden
2024 Election
Epstein Files
Iran
Kamala Harris
Elon Musk
ICE
Immigration
Family Dynamics
Ukraine
Democracy
Supreme Court
MAGA
Jeffrey Epstein
Trump Administration
Ghislaine Maxwell
Tariffs

Family therapy through politics

www.youtube.com/@TheNecessaryConversation

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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 mi... more

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.

๐Ÿคฆ Trump weighed in on the Cornell University gang rape case โ€” by... more

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 with... more

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.

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ American Dictator Donald Trump rolled out the red carpet for Chinese Dictator Xi Jinping โ€” fo... more

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Recent Guests

Mary Lou
Mary Lou, mother of Chad Colesner, featured as a guest on the episode
Not specified
Episode: Mary Lou's X's
Mary Lou Colchon
Newest member of the Abolish ICE movement
Abolish ICE
Episode: Election Fraud
Rich Logis
Founder of Leaving MAGA
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Episode: Founder of Leaving Maga - Rich Logis
Dave Neal
Comedian and online commentator who covers reality TV and pop culture; featured in clips used on the show
Dave Neal (individual)
Episode: Trump's Lies About Iran
Jessica Anderson
Virginia delegate, Democrat, former candidate with strong online presence
Virginia House of Delegates
Episode: War With Iran
Parker Get A Job
A guest who engages in a debate with the family about politics.
Episode: Special Guest: Parker Get A Job
Bob The Drag Queen
Reality TV superstar and winner of Season 8 of RuPaul's Drag Race
Episode: Quiet Piggy
Gil Cisneros
US Congressman representing California's 31st District
U.S. Congress
Episode: The Client List That Wasn't There
Joseph M. Warner
Host of Christitutialist Politics Podcast, discussing politics from a Christian constitutionalist perspective.
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Episode: Trump's War On DEI

Hosts

Chad Colchran
Host of The Necessary Conversation; appears across multiple episodes as a principal host with Haley and Mary Lou.
Haley
Co-host and key voice in midweek segments; frequently engages in rapid-fire political takes and family dynamics.
Mary Lou
Mom host appearing on episodes; anchors some discussions and contributes empathetic perspectives.

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 2.6k ratings
  • Have to Stop Listening

    The misinformation on both sides of your family is driving me nuts. Marilou is more uninformed and closed-minded to facts, but Haley and Chad misrepresent the truth too. In the last episode they promoted an incomplete picture of DSA, cherry picking only 4 of the 10 DSA platforms. Google Megan Romer, DSA spokesperson to learn about their other platforms: abolish prisons, open borders, abolish the senate and presidency, government-run industry. That conversation was the last straw for me. (Iโ€™m the... more

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    Storlietelling
    United States2 months ago
  • Love/Hate

    Cannot listen to one episode with Bob in it. The way he speaks to his children and about people is revolting.

    Listening from Australia. Love to hear all the horsesh*t the government is doing, from lovely people who care about people. Slowly opening my eyes at how corrupt and backwards politics can be.

    Still blown away that MAGAโ€™s think America is on top, and donโ€™t realise the rest of the world is covering their eyes in embarrassment.

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    Ellybellle
    Australia2 months ago
  • Necessary

    I look forward to hearing this each week. I listen to many podcasts and this is one of my favorites recently

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Zrbmol,gravity
    United States2 months ago
  • Security footage

    Not having time or manpower to look through footage is total cap. If you know the time range and the location of the cars, they should be able to do 2x, 10x speed review of the footage. But my concern is the memory is written over depending on how much storage they have. It could be written over in as short as a week. So let them know they cannot destroy the evidence as itโ€™s needed for a criminal investigation.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Moviegoerzz
    United States2 months ago
  • Trump imitation

    Chad. It really sucks. But it really cracks me up๐Ÿ˜‚. You are so bad at it! Love the show!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    LoriJNY
    United States2 months ago

Listeners Say

Key themes from listener reviews, highlighting what works and what could be improved about the show.

Listeners praise candid family dynamics and provocative takes.
A portion calls out bias or heated exchanges, noting the confrontational tone.
Some praise the show for tackling divisive topics with empathy and specificity.
Fans appreciate the mix of personal stories with policy critique.

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How this podcast ranks in the Apple Podcasts, Spotify and YouTube charts.

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#30
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Apple Podcasts
#98
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Apple Podcasts
#47
Canada/News/Politics
Apple Podcasts
#59
United Kingdom/News/Politics
Apple Podcasts
#149
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#150
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Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Election Fraud
Q: Are you loyal to the party or to the evidence when deciding whom to vote for?
The panelists describe mixed loyalties, with some indicating they would vote for the best candidate rather than strictly sticking to party lines, while others maintain stronger partisan loyalties.
Idiocracy
Q: My definition of woke?
Woke is described as an awareness of systemic racism and discrimination across institutions, originally not a slur but later framed by some as a political weapon; the speaker also notes that woke can be associated with liberal positions and DEI initiatives, while others see it in broader cultural terms.
Trump's China Trip
Q: Could you remain a Republican and not support Donald Trump?
The mom suggests it's possible to be conservative and Republican while disagreeing with Trump, though acknowledging the difficulty and the current party alignment.
Another Assassination Attempt
Q: If anybody out there wants to send us a question, how should they do it?
Record a one-minute video and send it to The Necessary Conversation email to be featured on the show.
Special Guest: Peppermint
Q: Why are you on our show right now?
To share my lived experience, discuss the realities of being a trans woman in America, and talk about activism and visibility, as well as how policy affects everyday life.

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What is The Necessary Conversation about and what kind of topics does it cover?

A provocative family-led discussion on current politics, media narratives, and culture wars, anchored by sharp, personal exchanges and frequent disagreements. Episodes span topics like presidential actions, immigration, education policy, and wealth/power dynamics, often mixing political critique with real-life family dynamics and moments of empathy. The format remains combative yet intimate, highlighting how everyday life intersects with national debates. Notably, the show leans into audience engagement through candid opinions, multi-generational viewpoints, and a willingness to tackle controversial subjects head-on, which can be appealing for listeners who enjoy unfiltered, conversational political discourse linked to real-world family dyn... more

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1. Mary Lou
2. Mary Lou Colchon
3. Rich Logis
4. Dave Neal
5. Jessica Anderson
6. Parker Get A Job
7. Bob The Drag Queen
8. Gil Cisneros

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