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  Session 36 ft. India Shawn 21.07.2026 59นาที

  Please welcome acclaimed, Grammy-nominated R&B singer-songwriter India Shawn to the Couch! Fresh off the release of her new album, Subject to Change, India joins Crissle for an honest conversation about relationships, career growth, success, and embracing change. Session Notes: 0:00 — Welcome India Shawn to the Couch  2:48 — Retiring from Her Lover Girl Era  14:40 — Lessons She Learned Early in Her Career  20:07 — How Music Helped Her Become More Open  27:13 — India's New Album Subject to Change Is Out Now  36:00 — The Grievances That Come With Success  41:45 — Subject to Change 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 Follow India Shawn: https://www.instagram.com/indiashawn/?hl=en 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
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  Session 35: Calling Crissle 14.07.2026 57นาที

  This week, Crissle is taking your live calls and helping listeners navigate difficult relationships with parents and friendships that may have reached their breaking point. One caller is struggling to repair her relationship with her mother after discovering she ignored her calls on Mother's Day to secretly visit her husband in jail.  Another caller recently cut off her mother after years of financial and emotional strain. While our final caller is questioning whether to reconnect with a former best friend after a painful falling out. Throughout the episode, Crissle discusses communicating difficult emotions with parents and setting healthy boundaries. She also explores how to recognize which relationships add value to your life and which ones may be time to let go. Crissle shares how writing a letter to a parent can be a powerful way to express years of hurt, create space for honest communication, and begin moving forward. She also explains how emotionally immature parents can leave lasting wounds that carry into adulthood. 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 Couch0:18 — My Mom Ghosted Me on Mother's Day19:24 — I Had to Cut Off My Mom Because She Kept Demanding Money37:55 — Did I Mess Up... or Is My Friend Being Raggedy? 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
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  Session 34 ft. Jade 07.07.2026 1ชม. 1นาที

  Please welcome Jade back to the Couch! Session Notes: 0:00 — Welcome Back to the Couch0:43 —  How Do I Balance Work While My Boyfriend Is in the Hospital16:33 —  How Do I Heal From Childhood Abandonment26:55 — My Friends Started Dating Each Other and Cut Me Off 40:11 —  I Want to Go No Contact With My Younger Brother 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
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  Session 33: Calling Crissle 30.06.2026 1ชม. 1นาที

  This week, Crissle is answering your questions LIVE! Today’s callers are opening up about complicated family relationships, supporting loved ones through mental health challenges and knowing when it may be time to walk away from a friendship. One caller is questioning whether to continue pursuing a relationship with her father after he abruptly stopped speaking to her following a misunderstanding. Another caller is looking for guidance on how to support an aunt whose increasingly concerning behavior has created conflict within their family and church community. The final caller is struggling with whether to confront her best friend after a series of troubling choices left her questioning if their friendship still aligns with her values. Crissle shares advice on emotional maturity, navigating difficult family dynamics, approaching loved ones with compassion, having honest conversations and recognizing when a relationship may have run its course. Want to talk to Crissle on a future episode? Email advice@crisslescouch.com and include "chat live" in the subject line. Resources: Mental Health Guide: https://www.helpguide.org/ 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 Couch0:14 — My Dad Ghosted Me 16:55 — My Aunt's Mental Health Is Tearing Our Family Apart36:01 — I Can't Look at My Best Friend the Same Anymore 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
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  Session 32 ft. Jade 23.06.2026 1ชม. 1นาที

  Please welcome Jade back to the Couch! 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 Couch0:41 — My Friend Is Obsessed With Internet Conspiracies14:00 — I Have a Crush on the Same Man as My Friend26:03 — How Do I Heal After Being Sexually Assaulted40:50 — What Do You Do When You've Outgrown Your Marriage Follow Jade: Instagram: Jade of all jades 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
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  Session 31 ft. Jade 16.06.2026 1ชม. 9นาที

  Please welcome Jade back to the Couch! 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 Couch 0:30 — My Friend Is Letting an Ex-Convict Ruin Her Life 17:59 —  How Do I Survive Living With My Parents 35:59 — My Close Friend Sexually Assaulted Me 52:13 — I'm 43 and Can't Get Past a Second Date Follow Jade: Instagram: Jade of all jades 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
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  Session 30 ft. Jade 09.06.2026 1ชม. 7นาที

  Please welcome Jade back to the Couch! 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 Couch 1:28 — I'm Moving Out & Feeling Guilty Leaving My Family 12:54 — My Mom Still Talks to the Man Who Assaulted Me 30:58 — Finding Closure After a Friend Breakup 47:24 — My Husband Controls Everything Follow Jade: Instagram: Jade of all jades 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
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  Session 29 ft. Pour Minds 02.06.2026 1ชม. 5นาที

  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
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  Session 28: Calling Crissle 26.05.2026 57นาที

  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
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  Session 27: Calling Crissle 19.05.2026 44นาที

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

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

  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
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  Session 24 ft. Sistas Who Kill 28.04.2026 54นาที

  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
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  Session 23 ft. Roxane Gay 21.04.2026 1ชม. 21นาที

  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
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  Session 22: Calling Crissle 14.04.2026 51นาที

  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
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  Session 21 ft. Amari Marshall 07.04.2026 58นาที

  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
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  Back on the Couch: Mel Mitchell 31.03.2026 1ชม. 18นาที

  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
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  Session 20 ft. Scottie Beam 24.03.2026 1ชม. 11นาที

  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
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  Session 19 ft. Jade 17.03.2026 1ชม. 9นาที

  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
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  Session 18 ft. Tracy Clayton 10.03.2026 1ชม. 30นาที

  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