Crissle’s Couch

By CAKE MEDIA

Come in and take a seat on Crissle’s Couch.

Each week Crissle brings sharp truth along with her own lived experience and insight to listener letters, solo reflections, and candid conversations — equa... more

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The podcast currently has 27 episodes available.

Crissle’s Couch episodes:

April 28, 2026 Session 24 ft. Sistas Who Kill
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 Kill
6:54 — Their Process for Choosing Cases
13:46 — Patterns They’ve Noticed in Cases Involving Black Women
19:35 — Navigating True Crime Without Stigmatizing Black Women
28:32 — How Connecting With Families Reshaped Their Approach
35:54 — 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/crisslescouch
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/crisslescouch/
Have an issue for the Couch? Email: [email protected]
Crew:
Executive Producers: Crissle · Alexandra Rago · Chris Morrow
Audio & Video Editor: Shatek for Beats on Film
Production Coordinators: Faith Lena · Bria Mosley

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55min
April 21, 2026 Session 23 ft. Roxane Gay
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 Parenthood
10:28 — The Reality of Being a Public Figure: Expectations, Accountability & Perfectionism
20:50 — Roxane Gay’s Journey as a Writer
30:58 — Honesty & Boundaries in Personal Storytelling
36:20 — The Importance of Saying No & Protecting Your Energy
39:32 — Responsibility in Writing: The Weight of Personal Stories
49:30 — Therapy & Personal Growth
58:09 — Social Media, Loneliness & Moving Away from Twitter
1:09:21 — Upcoming Projects & New Books

Follow Roxane Gay:
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/roxanegay/

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Join the Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/crisslescouch
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/crisslescouch/
Have an issue for the Couch? Email: [email protected]

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 Morrow
Audio & Video Editor: Shatek for Beats on Film
Production Coordinators: Faith Lena · Bria Mosley

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1h 22min
April 14, 2026 Session 22: Calling Crissle
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 [email protected] and include "chat live" in your email.
Stay Connected:
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Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/crisslescouch/
Have an issue for the Couch? Email: [email protected]
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

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52min
April 07, 2026 Session 21 ft. Amari Marshall
Please welcome dancer, choreographer, and creative powerhouse Amari Marshall, also known as Amari Monster, to the couch!

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Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/amarimonster/?hl=en

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Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/crisslescouch/
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Session Notes:
0:00 — Intro: Welcome Back to the Couch
1:50 — When Amari Knew Dance Was Her Calling
9:55 — Navigating Industry Standards as a Plus-Size Dancer
27:25 — Working With the Biggest Artists in the World
42:52 — The Legacy Amari Wants to Leave Behind

Crew:
Executive Producers: Crissle · Alexandra Rago · Chris Morrow
Audio & Video Editor: Shatek for Beats on Film
Production Coordinators: Faith Lena & Bria Mosley

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59min
March 31, 2026 Back on the Couch: Mel Mitchell
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/crisslescouch
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/crisslescouch/
Have an issue for the Couch? Email: [email protected]

Crew:
Executive Producers: Crissle · Alexandra Rago · Chris Morrow
Audio & Video Editor: Shatek for Beats on Film
Production Coordinators: Faith Lena & Bria Mosley

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1h 19min
March 24, 2026 Session 20 ft. Scottie Beam
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/

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Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/crisslescouch/
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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 Morrow
Audio & Video Editor: Shatek for Beats on Film
Production Coordinators: Faith Lena & Bria Mosley

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1h 12min
March 17, 2026 Session 19 ft. Jade
Please welcome Jade back to the Couch!

Follow Jade:
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jadeofalljades/?hl=en

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Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/crisslescouch/
Have an issue for the Couch? Email: [email protected]
Session Notes:
0:00 — Intro: Welcome Back to the Couch
0:34 — Struggling with Feeling Unworthy
13:30 — My Stepdad Is Extremely Paranoid
28:13 — Supporting My Twins as They Explore Their Identity
39:28 — Raising Kids You Didn’t Sign Up For
52:13 — Dealing with Verbal Abuse and Family Who Won’t Respect No Contact

Crew:
Executive Producers: Crissle · Alexandra Rago · Chris Morrow
Audio & Video Editor: Shatek for Beats on Film
Production Coordinators: Faith Lena & Bria Mosley

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1h 10min
March 10, 2026 Session 18 ft. Tracy Clayton
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:
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Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/crisslescouch/
Have an issue for the Couch? Email: [email protected]

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 Morrow
Audio & Video Editor: Shatek for Beats on Film
Production Coordinators: Faith Lena & Bria Mosley

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1h 31min
March 03, 2026 Session 17 ft. Lauren Miller
Please welcome Lauren back to the Couch!

Follow Lauren:
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/_laurenlovesyew/

Stay Connected:
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Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/crisslescouch/
Have an issue for the Couch? Email: [email protected]

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 Morrow
Audio & Video Editor: Shatek for Beats on Film
Production Coordinators: Faith Lena & Bria Mosley

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1h 4min
February 24, 2026 Session 16 ft. Jade
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/crisslescouch
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/crisslescouch/
Have an issue for the Couch? Email: [email protected]

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 Morrow
Audio & Video Editor: Shatek for Beats on Film
Production Coordinators: Faith Lena & Bria Mosley

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1h 20min

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How many episodes does Crissle’s Couch have?

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