Crissle’s Couch

Session 29 ft. Pour Minds 02.06.2026 1h 5m

Please welcome media personalities, entrepreneurs, and podcast hosts Drea Nicole and Lex P, the voices behind Pour Minds, to the couch! Watch on Spotify. If you’re subscribed to Spotify Premium, you don’t get any Spotify ads on my video. Session Notes: 0:00 — Welcome Back to the Couch 1:09 — The Origin of Pour Minds 3:02 — Dating in Atlanta 5:15 — Southern Roots & Creating a Safe Space 7:59 — Family Reactions to the Podcast 11:48 — Navigating Grief in the Public Eye 21:14 — What Success Has Given and Taken Away 26:37 — Feeling Misunderstood & Public Misconceptions 34:40 — Outgrowing Old Versions of Yourself 46:24 — The Importance of Keeping Some Things Private 52:39 — Pour Minds Sold Out Tour Stay Connected:Join the Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/crisslescouchInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/crisslescouch/Have an issue for the Couch? Email: advice@crisslescouch.com Session Notes:Crew:Executive Producers: Crissle · Alexandra Rago · Chris MorrowAudio & Video Editor: Shatek for Beats on FilmProduction Coordinators: Faith Lena · Bria Mosley Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Session 28: Calling Crissle 26.05.2026 57m

This week Crissle is answering your questions LIVE! Today’s callers are opening up about friendship fallout, feeling emotionally unsupported by family and navigating tension within interracial relationships and marriage. One caller is struggling with how to reconnect after ghosting her best friend for over a year. Another caller is questioning her role within her family after years of feeling unheard and emotionally unsupported by the people she’s always shown up for. The final caller opens up about difficult conversations surrounding race, politics and white fragility after her husband admitted he would’ve voted for Trump if they were American. Crissle gives advice on communication, emotional accountability, family dynamics, conflict avoidance and what it means to feel truly safe, understood and supported within your closest relationships. Want to talk to Crissle on a future episode? Email advice@crisslescouch.com and include “chat live” in the subject line. Session Notes: 0:00 — Welcome Back to the Couch 0:25 — Live Caller: I Ghosted My Best Friend and Now I Regret It 18:06 — Live Caller: I Feel Like the Black Sheep of My Family 34:55 — Live Caller: My White Husband Said He Would’ve Voted for Trump Stay Connected:Join the Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/crisslescouchInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/crisslescouch/Have an issue for the Couch? Email: advice@crisslescouch.com Session Notes:Crew:Executive Producers: Crissle · Alexandra Rago · Chris MorrowAudio & Video Editor: Shatek for Beats on FilmProduction Coordinators: Faith Lena · Bria Mosley Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Session 27: Calling Crissle 19.05.2026 44m

This week Crissle is answering your questions LIVE! Today’s callers are opening up about friendship fallout, family conflict, abusive relationships and painful breakups. Crissle gives advice on navigating misunderstandings, supporting loved ones through difficult situations, handling disappointment from family members, and learning how to move forward when relationships shift in painful ways. Want to talk to Crissle on a future episode? Email advice@crisslescouch.com and include “chat live” in the subject line. Session Notes: 0:00 — Welcome Back to the Couch0:22 — Live Caller: A Misunderstanding Is Ruining My Friendship 17:19 — Live Caller: My Aunt Keeps Going Back to Her Abusive Relationship29:32 — Live Caller: My Aunt Told Me I’d Never Find Better Than My Ex Stay Connected:Join the Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/crisslescouchInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/crisslescouch/Have an issue for the Couch? Email: advice@crisslescouch.com Session Notes:Crew:Executive Producers: Crissle · Alexandra Rago · Chris MorrowAudio & Video Editor: Shatek for Beats on FilmProduction Coordinators: Faith Lena · Bria Mosley Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Session 26: Calling Crissle ft. Ari Cari 12.05.2026 44m

Please welcome marketing professional and content creator Ari Cari to the Couch! Want to talk to Crissle on a future episode? Email advice@crisslescouch.com and include “chat live” in the subject line. Session Notes: 0:00 — Welcome Back to the Couch 1:28 — Live Caller: I Bought the Wrong House and It’s Sending Me Into a Spiral 16:51 — Live Caller: My Partner Broke Up With Me Because I Remind Him of His Mom 32:01 — My Boss Called a Staff Meeting Just to Embarrass Me Stay Connected:Join the Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/crisslescouchInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/crisslescouch/Have an issue for the Couch? Email: advice@crisslescouch.com Follow Ari Cari: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/iamaricari/ Crew:Executive Producers: Crissle · Alexandra Rago · Chris MorrowAudio & Video Editor: Shatek for Beats on FilmProduction Coordinators: Faith Lena · Bria Mosley Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Session 25: Calling Crissle ft. Dr. Joy Harden-Bradford 05.05.2026 47m

Please welcome licensed clinical psychologist Dr. Joy Harden-Bradford back to the Couch! She’s here to help answer your questions live. Want to talk to Crissle on a future episode? Email advice@crisslescouch.com and include “chat live” in the subject line. Stay Connected:Join the Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/crisslescouchInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/crisslescouch/Have an issue for the Couch? Email: advice@crisslescouch.com Session Notes: 0:00 — Welcome Back to the Couch1:25 — What Do People Really Need When They Ask for Advice?2:47 — Live Caller: Is My Gut Telling Me to End My Marriage?24:39 — Listener Letter: Mourning a Friendship Breakup & Betrayal33:06 — Listener Letter: I’m 28 and Feeling Completely Lost About My Next Steps in Life Follow Dr. Joy: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hellodrjoy/ Resources: Therapy For Black Girls: https://therapyforblackgirls.com/ Crew:Executive Producers: Crissle · Alexandra Rago · Chris MorrowAudio & Video Editor: Shatek for Beats on FilmProduction Coordinators: Faith Lena · Bria Mosley Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Session 24 ft. Sistas Who Kill 28.04.2026 54m

Please welcome true crime storytellers Taz and MaRah, the voices behind Sistas Who Kill, to the couch! Session Notes: 0:00 — Welcome Back to the Couch 1:14 — The Origin Story Behind Sistas Who Kill6:54 — Their Process for Choosing Cases13:46 — Patterns They’ve Noticed in Cases Involving Black Women19:35 — Navigating True Crime Without Stigmatizing Black Women28:32 — How Connecting With Families Reshaped Their Approach35:54 — Favorite Cases They’ve Covered So Far Follow Sistas Who Kill: https://www.instagram.com/sistaswhokillpod/ https://www.instagram.com/marah.themagnificent/ https://www.instagram.com/_andimtaz/ Stay Connected:Join the Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/crisslescouchInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/crisslescouch/Have an issue for the Couch? Email: advice@crisslescouch.com Crew:Executive Producers: Crissle · Alexandra Rago · Chris MorrowAudio & Video Editor: Shatek for Beats on FilmProduction Coordinators: Faith Lena · Bria Mosley Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Session 23 ft. Roxane Gay 21.04.2026 1h 21m

Please welcome acclaimed writer, cultural critic, and bestselling author Roxane Gay to the couch! Session Notes: 0:00 — Welcome Back to the Couch 1:50 — The Journey of Dog Parenthood10:28 — The Reality of Being a Public Figure: Expectations, Accountability & Perfectionism20:50 — Roxane Gay’s Journey as a Writer30:58 — Honesty & Boundaries in Personal Storytelling36:20 — The Importance of Saying No & Protecting Your Energy39:32 — Responsibility in Writing: The Weight of Personal Stories49:30 — Therapy & Personal Growth58:09 — Social Media, Loneliness & Moving Away from Twitter1:09:21 — Upcoming Projects & New Books Follow Roxane Gay:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/roxanegay/ Stay Connected:Join the Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/crisslescouchInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/crisslescouch/Have an issue for the Couch? Email: advice@crisslescouch.com Resources: Bad Feminist by Roxane Gay Hunger by Roxane Gay Pet Care Tips Mental Health Resources How to Be Heard (Upcoming Book) Crew:Executive Producers: Crissle · Alexandra Rago · Chris MorrowAudio & Video Editor: Shatek for Beats on FilmProduction Coordinators: Faith Lena · Bria Mosley Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Session 22: Calling Crissle 14.04.2026 51m

This week we're trying something new on the Couch and answering your questions LIVE! If you'd like to chat directly with Crissle in a future episode, message us at advice@crisslescouch.com and include "chat live" in your email. Stay Connected: Join the Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/crisslescouch Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/crisslescouch/ Have an issue for the Couch? Email: advice@crisslescouch.com Crew: Executive Producers Crissle https://www.instagram.com/crissle/?hl=en Alexandra Rago https://www.instagram.com/alexrago/?hl=en Chris Morrow https://www.instagram.com/mrchrismorrow/?hl=en Audio & Video Editor Shatek for Beats on Film https://www.instagram.com/shatektheproducer/?hl=en Production Coordinators Faith Lena https://www.instagram.com/faithlena/?hl=en Bria Mosley https://www.instagram.com/aslivedbybria/?hl=en Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Session 21 ft. Amari Marshall 07.04.2026 58m

Please welcome dancer, choreographer, and creative powerhouse Amari Marshall, also known as Amari Monster, to the couch! Follow Amari Marshall:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/amarimonster/?hl=en Stay Connected:Join the Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/crisslescouchInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/crisslescouch/Have an issue for the Couch? Email: advice@crisslescouch.com Session Notes: 0:00 — Intro: Welcome Back to the Couch1:50 — When Amari Knew Dance Was Her Calling9:55 — Navigating Industry Standards as a Plus-Size Dancer27:25 — Working With the Biggest Artists in the World 42:52 — The Legacy Amari Wants to Leave Behind Crew:Executive Producers: Crissle · Alexandra Rago · Chris MorrowAudio & Video Editor: Shatek for Beats on FilmProduction Coordinators: Faith Lena & Bria Mosley Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Back on the Couch: Mel Mitchell 31.03.2026 1h 18m

Let's take it back to Session 12... Comedian Mel Mitchell joins me this week on the Couch! Follow Mel Mitchell:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/itsmelmitch/ Stay Connected:Join the Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/crisslescouchInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/crisslescouch/Have an issue for the Couch? Email: advice@crisslescouch.com Crew:Executive Producers: Crissle · Alexandra Rago · Chris MorrowAudio & Video Editor: Shatek for Beats on FilmProduction Coordinators: Faith Lena & Bria Mosley Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Session 20 ft. Scottie Beam 24.03.2026 1h 11m

Please welcome writer, media personality, and long time voice in the podcasting world Scottie Beam to the couch! Follow Scottie Beam:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/scottiebeam/ Stay Connected:Join the Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/crisslescouchInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/crisslescouch/Have an issue for the Couch? Email: advice@crisslescouch.com Session Notes: 0:00 — Intro: Welcome Back to the Couch 1:32 — I Was Lonely So I Downloaded Hinge 19:00 — Dealing With A Coworker I Cant Stand 31:25 — Single After 20 Years and Don’t Know How to Be Alone 46:38 — Outgrowing a Family Member Whose Values Don’t Align Crew:Executive Producers: Crissle · Alexandra Rago · Chris MorrowAudio & Video Editor: Shatek for Beats on FilmProduction Coordinators: Faith Lena & Bria Mosley Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Session 19 ft. Jade 17.03.2026 1h 9m

Please welcome Jade back to the Couch! Follow Jade:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jadeofalljades/?hl=en Stay Connected:Join the Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/crisslescouchInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/crisslescouch/Have an issue for the Couch? Email: advice@crisslescouch.com Session Notes: 0:00 — Intro: Welcome Back to the Couch 0:34 — Struggling with Feeling Unworthy 13:30 — My Stepdad Is Extremely Paranoid28:13 — Supporting My Twins as They Explore Their Identity39:28 — Raising Kids You Didn’t Sign Up For52:13 — Dealing with Verbal Abuse and Family Who Won’t Respect No Contact Crew:Executive Producers: Crissle · Alexandra Rago · Chris MorrowAudio & Video Editor: Shatek for Beats on FilmProduction Coordinators: Faith Lena & Bria Mosley Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Session 18 ft. Tracy Clayton 10.03.2026 1h 30m

Please welcome writer, media personality, and Another Round co-host Tracy Clayton to the Couch! Follow Tracy:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/brokeymcpoverty/?hl=en Stay Connected:Join the Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/crisslescouchInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/crisslescouch/Have an issue for the Couch? Email: advice@crisslescouch.com Session Notes: 0:00 — Intro: Welcome Back to the Couch 1:23 — Romanticizing City Life / Moving Back to Your Hometown 16:28 — How Twitter Helped Launch My Career 26:58 — Black Women and the Pressure to Hold Themselves to a Superhuman Standard 45:30 — Was I Shy Growing Up or Did I Just Have Anxiety? 59:51 — How Podcasting Has Changed Over the Years Crew:Executive Producers: Crissle · Alexandra Rago · Chris MorrowAudio & Video Editor: Shatek for Beats on FilmProduction Coordinators: Faith Lena & Bria Mosley Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Session 17 ft. Lauren Miller 03.03.2026 1h 3m

Please welcome Lauren back to the Couch! Follow Lauren:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/_laurenlovesyew/ Stay Connected:Join the Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/crisslescouchInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/crisslescouch/Have an issue for the Couch? Email: advice@crisslescouch.com Session Notes: 0:00 — Intro: Welcome Back to the Couch 0:50 — I Want Community But I Keep Isolating Myself 13:45 — I’m Almost 40 and Feel Like I’ve Accomplished Nothing 26:35 — My Boyfriend Is Republican-Leaning 37:42 — I Need Advice on How to Take Dating More Seriously 46:51 — My Friend Is an Alcoholic and I’ve Reached My Breaking Point Crew:Executive Producers: Crissle · Alexandra Rago · Chris MorrowAudio & Video Editor: Shatek for Beats on FilmProduction Coordinators: Faith Lena & Bria Mosley Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Session 16 ft. Jade 24.02.2026 1h 19m

Please welcome Jade back to the Couch! Follow Jade:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jadeofalljades/?hl=en Stay Connected:Join the Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/crisslescouchInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/crisslescouch/Have an issue for the Couch? Email: advice@crisslescouch.com Session Notes: 0:00 — Intro: Welcome Back to the Couch 1:07 — I Love NYC…But It’s Destroying Me 15:55 — My Boyfriend Resents My Success 28:55 — My Mom Won’t Respect My Identity 49:18 — My Growth Makes Everyone Uncomfortable 1:02:20 — My Ex Didn't Call Me After My Mom Passed Crew:Executive Producers: Crissle · Alexandra Rago · Chris MorrowAudio & Video Editor: Shatek for Beats on FilmProduction Coordinators: Faith Lena & Bria Mosley Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Session 15 ft. Jade 17.02.2026 1h 11m

Please welcome Jade back to the Couch! Session Notes: 0:00 — Intro 1:42 — What Can I do if I'm Genuinely Terrified of Having Kids 12:44 — After Two Years In: Our Relationship Feels Different 31:32 — My Friend Always Corrects Me and I’m Over It 43:05 — Life is Trying Me at Work..My Coworker Acts Like Ava Coleman 56:12 — My Friend Will Skip My Wedding if His Ex Shows Up Follow Jade: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jadeofalljades/?hl=en Stay Connected: Join the Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/crisslescouch Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/crisslescouch/ Have an issue for the Couch? Email: advice@crisslescouch.com Crew: Executive Producers: Crissle · Alexandra Rago · Chris Morrow Audio & Video Editor: Shatek for Beats on Film Production Coordinators: Faith Lena & Bria Mosley Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Session 14 ft. Jamila Bell 10.02.2026 54m

Please welcome comedian Jamila Bell to the Couch! Follow Jamila:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/_iamjamila/ Stay Connected:Join the Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/crisslescouchInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/crisslescouch/Have an issue for the Couch? Email: advice@crisslescouch.com Session Notes: 0:00 — Intro 2:13 — People Posting My Private Life On Social Media Without My Consent 12:23 — I Just Want to Vent... Not Be Fixed 23:20 — My Friend Won’t Stop Talking Trash About My Man 37:22 — Dealing With the Emotional Impact of Being Laid Off Crew:Executive Producers: Crissle · Alexandra Rago · Chris MorrowAudio & Video Editor: Shatek for Beats on FilmProduction Coordinators: Faith Lena & Bria Mosley Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Session 13 ft. Dr. Joy Harden-Bradford 03.02.2026 48m

Please welcome licensed clinical psychologist Dr. Joy Harden-Bradford to the Couch! Timestamps:0:00 – Intro2:17 – Feeling Unsure About My Marriage11:38 – Feeling Overwhelmed Living With My Mother-in-Law17:38 – Navigating Life With an Emotionally Distant Partner29:20 – Afraid to Tell Friends I’m Newly Diagnosed Bipolar35:51 – Can I See Two Therapists at Once? Follow Dr. Joy:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hellodrjoy/ Resources:Therapy for Black Girls: https://therapyforblackgirls.com Stay Connected:Join the Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/crisslescouchInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/crisslescouch/Have an issue for the Couch? Email: advice@crisslescouch.com Crew:Executive Producers: Crissle · Alexandra Rago · Chris MorrowAudio & Video Editor: Shatek for Beats on FilmProduction Coordinators: Faith Lena & Bria Mosley Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Session 12 ft Mel Mitchell 27.01.2026 1h 17m

Comedian Mel Mitchell joins me this week on the Couch! Join The Patreon at patreon.com/crisslescouch Follow Mel Mitchell on social media at @itsmelmitch Follow Crissle’s Couch on all socials @crisslescouch Have an issue for the Couch? Email me advice@crisslescouch.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Session 11 20.01.2026 1h 10m

Chef Jade is back to help me answer your questions. Join The Patreon at patreon.com/crisslescouch Follow Chef Jade on socials at @jadeofalljades Follow Crissle’s Couch on all socials @crisslescouch Have an issue for the Couch? Email me advice@crisslescouch.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices