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They Call Me The Godfather
Welcome back to The Therapy Crouch! On this week’s episode Abbey and Peter are on hand to share some pearls of wisdom on what makes a good godparent, and some top tips on how to expertly navigate a thanks but no thanks conversation with your nearest and dearest. In Agony Ab, Abbey and Peter are on hand to help when your better half suddenly decides to take up the gym 10 years too late and we hear from Louis, one of our international listeners who needs some advice on how to make the first move! We hope you enjoy this very special episode from the OG Podfather and your fairy Podmother!
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The Therapy Crouch made some new friends....and they do not disappoint
The moment you’ve all been waiting for has finally arrived! The Therapy Crouch has waited almost a year for this very special moment and boy was it worth it… This week, we are joined by fellow podcasters and new best friends, James Buckley and Clair Buckley! It’s fair to say that this is a bit of a milestone for the podcast and nothing was off the table in this no holds barred chat, from how to pity a girl into bed to James’ truly teeth woes. They are also a welcome addition to Agony Ab couch, where we hear from a woman who is being constantly undermined in the workplace which Clair has some FANTASTIC advice for. Do not miss this one!
Top O' the Mornin to Ya
In honour of St Patrick, the Therapy Crouch goes international and takes the team too Dublin. Expect plenty of Guinness, Irish stew and questionable footwear chat. In Agony Ab, we hear from one of our listeners whose boyfriend’s hairline is in desperate need of a trip to Turkey, and learn why Bondi Rescue and Home and Away may not be the best research tools used if you are planning to emigrate to Australia. So Happy (belated) St Patrick’s day, we hope you enjoy this week’s episode of the Therapy Crouch! Sláinte!
When good intentions backfire SPECTACULARLY
After their recent break away from the kids to ‘disconnect and reconnect’ Abbey and Pete are back with tales of when even the best of intentions can backfire with hilarious results. Thailand in the depths of monsoon season? Sounds like the perfect opportunity for Abbey to tear through three books and avoid talking to Pete at all costs… In our weekly whine (or shine) club, we hear from a couple who have had the picture perfect proposal in nowhere else than the big apple itself as well as a woman who is convinced her husband has taken up whistling as a full time hobby just to drive her round the bend. And we also hear some outrageous chat which will hopefully stand as a warning to all you guys on why you shouldn’t drunk and dial. On this week’s Therapy Crouch we’ve got 99 problems but a b*tch aint one. Enjoy!
The Therapy Crouch - You May As Well Move In Then
On this week’s episode, Pete provides a lesson on exactly how not to ask the love of your life to move in with you. Learn more about Peter’s revolutionary invention, ‘The Squat Box’ and why you should never leave your home movie collection lying around when your future wife and mother-in-law are coming round for tea. From Pet Detectives to interior design clashes, no stone is left unturned on The Therapy Crouch.
The Therapy Crouch - Will You Marry Me?
This week, Abbey and Peter provide a schooling session on how to nail the perfect proposal (spoiler: It does not involve chemtrails) Weekly Whine club is also back, with Abbey and Peter going a bit more upmarket to celebrate the roaring success that is The Therapy Crouch! We learn why you can't trust Abbey to keep a clean car and how Peter is considering taking up a career modelling fake tan. And, as always, Agony Ab is on hand to give you the listener some advice for your tricky relationship problems. Enjoy!
When Partying With Celebs Goes WRONG! Therapy Crouch #AMA
On today’s episode of The Therapy Crouch #AMA, Abbey and Peter give a glimpse behind the curtain of what it’s really like partying with global superstars, and have some top tips on what to do when the party goes on a little too long…. By popular demand, Abbey is also revealing some of her tip top cleaning tips on how to get your house smelling just like the Crouch’s! We hear from a listener who has concerns that her kids are knocking seven bells of sh*t out of each other on a regular basis and what best to do when your partner is going through the hormonal rollercoaster that is pregnancy And stick around until the end when Abbey and Peter finally answer a MILLION DOLLAR QUESTION! Enjoy this week’s, Therapy Crouch #AMA If you want your question read out on the pod, hit the link below
When You Are Too Old for Only Fans and Have to Create Your Own #OnlyGrans
With one more week of the dreaded January blues left, we thought we would brighten up your day with a very special episode of The Therapy Crouch! On today’s episode, Abbey and Peter are joined on the couch by Chattyman Alan Carr and his partner in crime Amanda Holden. As you can probably guess, this episode was full of surprises, and explosive revelations. We hear Alans habits that drive Amanda up the wall, why you never want to take a trip to a marble quarry on a hangover and Alan’s disappointment at the fact he is less OnlyFans, more OnlyGrans…. They are also on hand to give advice to our listeners who are struggling with their ‘Mingebag’ husbands, groaning grannies and Judgey Dry Jan partners. Enjoy this week’s, Therapy Crouch!
The Therapy Crouch - I WANT BONO
On today’s episode, Abbey and Peter shed light on all the things they have in common, from nights in watching boxsets to nights out on the tiles.... and even their taste in men. The pair also bond over their shared appreciation for all things Bono and Barry from Eastenders. In the Weekly Whine Club, we learn why having a Victoria Secret’s model as a wife may not be as glamorous as it sounds and, rather ironically, that poor punctuality is one of Abbey’s pet hates. In Agony Ab, we go international and provide assistance to some of our Spanish listeners and Pete gives tips on how to keep to spice alive (spoiler: it does not involve dressing up as a viking)
The Sidwell’s: Steve and Krysy Sidwell on Marriage, Teenage Tear-Ups and Book Club Blunders
On today’s episode of The Therapy Crouch, Abbey and Peter are joined by some of their oldest and closest friends - Steve and Krysy Sidwell. In a friendship spanning two decades which has seen the couples share career paths, holidays and some outrageous nights out, this podcast is full of laughs and a behind the curtain, sneak peak into what it’s like being best friends with your favourite pair of podcasters! Steve and Krysy discuss what they think has made their 20 year marriage stay rock solid after all these years and how they are navigating having three teenage boys who have developed of penchant for knocking seven bells of sh*t out of each other on a regular basis. In the Agony Ab section, we hear from a listener who has some concerns about his wife’s recent fashion choices as well what to do in the awkward situation when someone likes you more than you like them - so stay tuned for that!! Enjoy this week’s Therapy Crouch!
“Thanks Mark, You’ve Ruined the Pod!†Abbey and Pete’s #AMA
Welcome back to The Therapy Crouch: Ask Us Anything series, the only place where you can get Abbey and Pete’s raw and unfiltered answers to YOUR burning questions! On today’s episode it is almost over before it even begins after a cheeky question from listener Mark threatens to derail the whole thing!! Another listener also gets in touch who has a great addition to one of our new favourite games which leads to some outrageous film titles reimagined! And stick around until the end, where Abbey gives her verdict on her top podcast recommendations that will change your life!
“I Want to Enrich my Own Life, No Disrespect†Abbey’s New Venture Announced!
On today’s episode of The Therapy Crouch, Abbey has a VERY special announcement regarding an exciting new career move. After admitting that she needs a little more enrichment in her life than the what she is getting from the lighthearted drivel we chat on the crouch couch, Abbey has launched a new podcast venture - Exhibit A. The first episode with Mo Gawdat and Alice Law is OUT NOW watch it here:
David Walliams Talks Swimming the Channel, Austin Powers, Matt Lucas and Astrochimp!
On today’s episode of The Therapy Crouch, Abbey and Pete are joined by actor, comedian and children’s author David Walliams who heard us shouting him out on a previous pod and decided to pop onto the couch for a chat! David talks about his massive success in the world of children’s literature, his literary inspirations and why writing two books is never the same process. He also weighs in on Abbey’s debut novel ‘Remember my name’ and gives a very special reading of the prologue which now has Abbey pondering if we should get this re released as an audio book! In the Agony Ab section, we have a Shallow Hal-esqu scenario featuring a boyfriend who is getting worried about his girlfriend waistline woes and we have some very direct advice for a listener whose girls trip is in jeopardy due to the addition of some unwanted plus ones!
Here comes the Bride(maid) - The Therapy Crouch
It has been a big week for Abbey - she finally popped her bridesmaid’s cherry for none other than her BFF Holly. But before they spill the beans on the wedding of the year, they reminisce on what has been a rather eventful week. From halloween face paint fails to a Geoff Clancy fashion faux pas there is plenty to be unravelled here. Abbey and Pete also take a surprising detour from the pod topic and reminisce on some of their school school day pranks and performances which brings a lot of happy memories flooding back. In Agony Ab, we hear from a woman who has suffered the ultimate betrayal from her former best friend and we also hear from someone who got A LOT more than they bargained for when they went for their monthly mop chop. Enjoy this week’s, Therapy Crouch!
Doggystyle
In this week’s pod, Peter finally admits his love love for the young pup!! As expected, Abbey is less than magnanimous in success but there is no love lost between the pair. In the weekly whine club, one of our golf widow listeners has been in touch, much to the detriment of the big man, and we also hear from a young scaffolder who’s struggling to enjoy a day evening off even on a cold wet Tuesday underneath the spotlights. In one of our most F’d up Agony Abs of the series, a long time suffering housewife details her husbands perverted tea making skills and Abbey is on hand to give some advice to an unlucky in love recently singleton. Enjoy this week’s Therapy Crouch!
Father's Day
On this week’s Therapy Crouch, Abbey and Peter sit down and have a chat about their recent Father’s Day festivities, with Pete having put in a slightly underwhelming performance on Mother’s Day, is it likely Abbey pulled out all the stops for him this year? There is only one way to find out! To kick things off, Abbey and Peter share with us some of their favourite Dad jokes (that’s rubbish jokes, not jokes about Dads, Peter) In Agony Ab, the gang are on hand to give some advice for when your best mate gets a new girlfriend and she is constantly up staging you in the best friend department. Abbey is also on hand for some reassuring advice for one of our listeners who has recently seen one of her flings develop into something more serious with potentially catastrophic consequences. So sit back, relax and enjoy this weeks Therapy Crouch!
Half Term from Hell
Happy Therapy Crouch release day! In this week’s episode Abbey and Peter talk about their rather eventful Easter break spent with their nearest and dearest….as well as their four kids. With Pete pondering why the little ones get such a long time off for Easter when Jesus himself only took 3 days, Abbey lets loose on some of their less-than-wholesome strolls in the park and trips to the beach. During Weekly Whine Club, Pete’s shortcomings on all things technology based are exposed and we hear from one of our listeners whose husband is left rather unimpressed by one of her morning rituals. In Agony Ab, we hear how one of our dear listeners is planning on throwing the wedding of a lifetime with his boyhood passion taking front and centre stage, and what to do when your gut feeling is telling you there is something wrong in the relationship. We hope you enjoy this weeks episode of The Therapy Crouch!
Guilty Pleasures
After the ribena-gate of last week, tune in to see if Ralphie made it to a second week in the Crouch family household. This week, the Abbey and Peter are chatting about all things guilty pleasures. After hearing about a recent TikTok trend, Abbey is desperate to stay down with the kids and expose all the things that men secretly love but hate to admit, what could go wrong…..? From their mutual taste in TV and the fact they are both more than partial to a bit of Simply Red, it is safe to say they both have more than their fair share of guilty pleasures they can expose the other one for. As always, you guys have been in touch in search of some advice from the nation’s number 1 Agony AB! Abbey takes the role of hype queen for a woman who has been stuck with a guy suffering from Botox Bias and is on hand to help a young gent who is suffering from a 3 ft 5 neighbour from hell.
Freaky Friday
In this week’s Therapy Crouch, Abbey and Peter embrace their inner Jamie Lee Curtis and Lindsey Lohan and ponder one of life’s great questions…..what would you do if you found yourself in a Freaky Friday situation? They look at which one of their heroes they would most like to switch with, what would be the first thing they’d do if they found themselves in the other’s body (parental guidance advised) and Peter answers a very tricky question regarding his mum and Abbey’s own Freaky Friday experience. In Agony Ab, we hear from the only woman on the planet who is offended her husband believes she resembles Margot Robbie and Pete tries to help a sister out who’s in desperate need of some funny one liners for her Tinder profile. Enjoy this week’s Therapy Crouch!
Friends with (no) Benefits
ADVISORY CONTENT WARNING: Unfortunately, our mics dropped out for the last 10 mins of this week’s episode so we apologise for the audio quality at the end of the ep...... Welcome to this week’s episode of the Therapy Crouch! This week, Abbey has had some life affirming news and it has encouraged the gang to discuss all things friendship group related. Ever found yourself stuck with a talkative boring Norman at a wedding? Or had the dreaded experience of when two of your close friends split up and you don’t know which one to keep? You’re not alone. Abbey and Peter are here to give you some witty personal anecdotes, and advice on what to do if you ever find yourself in one of these sticky situations. We also find out why Pete could be inline for the next Gucci modelling job and Abbey has some choice words for one of our listeners who has an issue with her attempt at an Italian accent. It’s a cracker!
Glastonbury....Part 1
Welcome back to The Therapy Crouch! This week, your favourite couple take a sit down to spill the beans on all their Glastonbury planning and preparations. We have got some interesting ideas on how we can help Pete go incognito in the crowd (wig suggestions welcome) and Abbey gives a breakdown on how she is going to give Sir Elton John himself a run for his money when it comes to outfit changes. In Weekly Whine Club you guys have been in touch to berate Peter about his skinny wrists and we also hear how you have incorporated this into your own daily lives with varying degrees of success. Agony Ab is also back…but this time with a twist! Rather than our usual pearls of wisdom and relationship saving advice, we hear some of your best (and worst) festival stories….from burst sh*t pipes and POONCHO nightmares - nothing is off the cards. Enjoy this week’s, Therapy Crouch!
Glastonbury....Part 1
Welcome back to The Therapy Crouch! This week, your favourite couple take a sit down to spill the beans on all their Glastonbury planning and preparations. We have got some interesting ideas on how we can help Pete go incognito in the crowd (wig suggestions welcome) and Abbey gives a breakdown on how she is going to give Sir Elton John himself a run for his money when it comes to outfit changes. In Weekly Whine Club you guys have been in touch to berate Peter about his skinny wrists and we also hear how you have incorporated this into your own daily lives with varying degrees of success. Agony Ab is also back…but this time with a twist! Rather than our usual pearls of wisdom and relationship saving advice, we hear some of your best (and worst) festival stories….from burst sh*t pipes and POONCHO nightmares - nothing is off the cards. Enjoy this week’s, Therapy Crouch!
Friends with (no) Benefits
ADVISORY CONTENT WARNING: Unfortunately, our mics dropped out for the last 10 mins of this week’s episode so we apologise for the audio quality at the end of the ep...... Welcome to this week’s episode of the Therapy Crouch! This week, Abbey has had some life affirming news and it has encouraged the gang to discuss all things friendship group related. Ever found yourself stuck with a talkative boring Norman at a wedding? Or had the dreaded experience of when two of your close friends split up and you don’t know which one to keep? You’re not alone. Abbey and Peter are here to give you some witty personal anecdotes, and advice on what to do if you ever find yourself in one of these sticky situations. We also find out why Pete could be inline for the next Gucci modelling job and Abbey has some choice words for one of our listeners who has an issue with her attempt at an Italian accent. It’s a cracker!
Glasto....Part 2
It’s the one you have all been waiting for! After a rather hectic Glastonbury experience, a slightly worse for wear Therapy Crouch is here to dish the dirt on what went down at Worthy Farm. The gang battle through some rather self-inflicted hangovers and lift the lid on their Glastonbury experience - expect a lot of Elton John chat, Abbey’s step count and the avoidance of the dreaded long drop…. Enjoy this week’s Therapy Crouch!
Freaky Friday
In this week’s Therapy Crouch, Abbey and Peter embrace their inner Jamie Lee Curtis and Lindsey Lohan and ponder one of life’s great questions…..what would you do if you found yourself in a Freaky Friday situation? They look at which one of their heroes they would most like to switch with, what would be the first thing they’d do if they found themselves in the other’s body (parental guidance advised) and Peter answers a very tricky question regarding his mum and Abbey’s own Freaky Friday experience. In Agony Ab, we hear from the only woman on the planet who is offended her husband believes she resembles Margot Robbie and Pete tries to help a sister out who’s in desperate need of some funny one liners for her Tinder profile. Enjoy this week’s Therapy Crouch!
Half Term from Hell
Happy Therapy Crouch release day! In this week’s episode Abbey and Peter talk about their rather eventful Easter break spent with their nearest and dearest….as well as their four kids. With Pete pondering why the little ones get such a long time off for Easter when Jesus himself only took 3 days, Abbey lets loose on some of their less-than-wholesome strolls in the park and trips to the beach. During Weekly Whine Club, Pete’s shortcomings on all things technology based are exposed and we hear from one of our listeners whose husband is left rather unimpressed by one of her morning rituals. In Agony Ab, we hear how one of our dear listeners is planning on throwing the wedding of a lifetime with his boyhood passion taking front and centre stage, and what to do when your gut feeling is telling you there is something wrong in the relationship. We hope you enjoy this weeks episode of The Therapy Crouch!
Father's Day
On this week’s Therapy Crouch, Abbey and Peter sit down and have a chat about their recent Father’s Day festivities, with Pete having put in a slightly underwhelming performance on Mother’s Day, is it likely Abbey pulled out all the stops for him this year? There is only one way to find out! To kick things off, Abbey and Peter share with us some of their favourite Dad jokes (that’s rubbish jokes, not jokes about Dads, Peter) In Agony Ab, the gang are on hand to give some advice for when your best mate gets a new girlfriend and she is constantly up staging you in the best friend department. Abbey is also on hand for some reassuring advice for one of our listeners who has recently seen one of her flings develop into something more serious with potentially catastrophic consequences. So sit back, relax and enjoy this weeks Therapy Crouch!
Doggystyle
In this week’s pod, Peter finally admits his love love for the young pup!! As expected, Abbey is less than magnanimous in success but there is no love lost between the pair. In the weekly whine club, one of our golf widow listeners has been in touch, much to the detriment of the big man, and we also hear from a young scaffolder who’s struggling to enjoy a day evening off even on a cold wet Tuesday underneath the spotlights. In one of our most F’d up Agony Abs of the series, a long time suffering housewife details her husbands perverted tea making skills and Abbey is on hand to give some advice to an unlucky in love recently singleton. Enjoy this week’s Therapy Crouch!
Here comes the Bride(maid) - The Therapy Crouch
It has been a big week for Abbey - she finally popped her bridesmaid’s cherry for none other than her BFF Holly. But before they spill the beans on the wedding of the year, they reminisce on what has been a rather eventful week. From halloween face paint fails to a Geoff Clancy fashion faux pas there is plenty to be unravelled here. Abbey and Pete also take a surprising detour from the pod topic and reminisce on some of their school school day pranks and performances which brings a lot of happy memories flooding back. In Agony Ab, we hear from a woman who has suffered the ultimate betrayal from her former best friend and we also hear from someone who got A LOT more than they bargained for when they went for their monthly mop chop. Enjoy this week’s, Therapy Crouch!
David Walliams Talks Swimming the Channel, Austin Powers, Matt Lucas and Astrochimp!
On today’s episode of The Therapy Crouch, Abbey and Pete are joined by actor, comedian and children’s author David Walliams who heard us shouting him out on a previous pod and decided to pop onto the couch for a chat! David talks about his massive success in the world of children’s literature, his literary inspirations and why writing two books is never the same process. He also weighs in on Abbey’s debut novel ‘Remember my name’ and gives a very special reading of the prologue which now has Abbey pondering if we should get this re released as an audio book! In the Agony Ab section, we have a Shallow Hal-esqu scenario featuring a boyfriend who is getting worried about his girlfriend waistline woes and we have some very direct advice for a listener whose girls trip is in jeopardy due to the addition of some unwanted plus ones!
“I Want to Enrich my Own Life, No Disrespect†Abbey’s New Venture Announced!
On today’s episode of The Therapy Crouch, Abbey has a VERY special announcement regarding an exciting new career move. After admitting that she needs a little more enrichment in her life than the what she is getting from the lighthearted drivel we chat on the crouch couch, Abbey has launched a new podcast venture - Exhibit A. The first episode with Mo Gawdat and Alice Law is OUT NOW watch it here:
“Thanks Mark, You’ve Ruined the Pod!†Abbey and Pete’s #AMA
Welcome back to The Therapy Crouch: Ask Us Anything series, the only place where you can get Abbey and Pete’s raw and unfiltered answers to YOUR burning questions! On today’s episode it is almost over before it even begins after a cheeky question from listener Mark threatens to derail the whole thing!! Another listener also gets in touch who has a great addition to one of our new favourite games which leads to some outrageous film titles reimagined! And stick around until the end, where Abbey gives her verdict on her top podcast recommendations that will change your life!
“Thanks Mark, You’ve Ruined the Pod!†Abbey and Pete’s #AMA
Welcome back to The Therapy Crouch: Ask Us Anything series, the only place where you can get Abbey and Pete’s raw and unfiltered answers to YOUR burning questions! On today’s episode it is almost over before it even begins after a cheeky question from listener Mark threatens to derail the whole thing!! Another listener also gets in touch who has a great addition to one of our new favourite games which leads to some outrageous film titles reimagined! And stick around until the end, where Abbey gives her verdict on her top podcast recommendations that will change your life!
The Therapy Crouch
In this week’s episode of The Therapy Crouch, Abbey and Peter discuss their differing attitudes when it comes to parenting styles - expect fun dad and house management vibes. And it isn’t just Abbey and Pete’s parenting styles that we get a glimpse into, but you guys as well! We hear from a couple whose attempts at confiscating their child’s Peppa Pig tablet backfired with some hilarious results. In Agony Ab, we learn of a fairly new and sh*t cultural phenomenon called a ‘Sten do’ as well as what to do when you suspect the girl you’ve got your eye on may be playing the o’l treat them mean keep them keen tactics on you. Enjoy this week’s Therapy Crouch!
Therapy Crouchfest
On today’s episode of The Therapy Crouch, Abbey and Peter take a while to take stock after the roaring success that was Crouchfest. Never ones to take themselves too seriously, the gang talk all things fancy dress, gameshow parodies, music and everything in between. Abbey also gives insight into their ‘Sunday Monday’ experience - a rare treat when the house is normally jam packed with four kids. In the Agony Abs, we hear from a listener who is feeling pressured into going on a rather expensive family group holiday as well as a young couple who are struggling to decide if they want to have another baby, secure their nest or blow it all on the big day! Enjoy this week’s, Therapy Crouch!
“I Want to Enrich my Own Life, No Disrespect†Abbey’s New Venture Announced!
On today’s episode of The Therapy Crouch, Abbey has a VERY special announcement regarding an exciting new career move. After admitting that she needs a little more enrichment in her life than the what she is getting from the lighthearted drivel we chat on the crouch couch, Abbey has launched a new podcast venture - Exhibit A. The first episode with Mo Gawdat and Alice Law is OUT NOW watch it here:
The Sidwell’s: Steve and Krysy Sidwell on Marriage, Teenage Tear-Ups and Book Club Blunders
On today’s episode of The Therapy Crouch, Abbey and Peter are joined by some of their oldest and closest friends - Steve and Krysy Sidwell. In a friendship spanning two decades which has seen the couples share career paths, holidays and some outrageous nights out, this podcast is full of laughs and a behind the curtain, sneak peak into what it’s like being best friends with your favourite pair of podcasters! Steve and Krysy discuss what they think has made their 20 year marriage stay rock solid after all these years and how they are navigating having three teenage boys who have developed of penchant for knocking seven bells of sh*t out of each other on a regular basis. In the Agony Ab section, we hear from a listener who has some concerns about his wife’s recent fashion choices as well what to do in the awkward situation when someone likes you more than you like them - so stay tuned for that!! Enjoy this week’s Therapy Crouch!
Youth is Wasted on the Young
It’s your favourite part of the week again! Therapy Crouch is back with a bang and this week Abbey and Peter lift the lid on some of their misspent youth activities. Expect tales of underage discos enough to whip you up into a FRENZY and lessons how not to pull a sicky when you are battling your first hangover. Agony Ab is on hand to provide some much needed guidance and comic relief for what to do when your husband has some interesting locations he likes to spend a penny or, even worse, thinks they’re the next Whitney Houston. Enjoy this week’s Therapy Crouch!
The Therapy Crouch - I WANT BONO
On today’s episode, Abbey and Peter shed light on all the things they have in common, from nights in watching boxsets to nights out on the tiles.... and even their taste in men. The pair also bond over their shared appreciation for all things Bono and Barry from Eastenders. In the Weekly Whine Club, we learn why having a Victoria Secret’s model as a wife may not be as glamorous as it sounds and, rather ironically, that poor punctuality is one of Abbey’s pet hates. In Agony Ab, we go international and provide assistance to some of our Spanish listeners and Pete gives tips on how to keep to spice alive (spoiler: it does not involve dressing up as a viking)
The Therapy Crouch - You May As Well Move In Then
On this week’s episode, Pete provides a lesson on exactly how not to ask the love of your life to move in with you. Learn more about Peter’s revolutionary invention, ‘The Squat Box’ and why you should never leave your home movie collection lying around when your future wife and mother-in-law are coming round for tea. From Pet Detectives to interior design clashes, no stone is left unturned on The Therapy Crouch.
When Partying With Celebs Goes WRONG! Therapy Crouch #AMA
On today’s episode of The Therapy Crouch #AMA, Abbey and Peter give a glimpse behind the curtain of what it’s really like partying with global superstars, and have some top tips on what to do when the party goes on a little too long…. By popular demand, Abbey is also revealing some of her tip top cleaning tips on how to get your house smelling just like the Crouch’s! We hear from a listener who has concerns that her kids are knocking seven bells of sh*t out of each other on a regular basis and what best to do when your partner is going through the hormonal rollercoaster that is pregnancy And stick around until the end when Abbey and Peter finally answer a MILLION DOLLAR QUESTION! Enjoy this week’s, Therapy Crouch #AMA If you want your question read out on the pod, hit the link below
When good intentions backfire SPECTACULARLY
After their recent break away from the kids to ‘disconnect and reconnect’ Abbey and Pete are back with tales of when even the best of intentions can backfire with hilarious results. Thailand in the depths of monsoon season? Sounds like the perfect opportunity for Abbey to tear through three books and avoid talking to Pete at all costs… In our weekly whine (or shine) club, we hear from a couple who have had the picture perfect proposal in nowhere else than the big apple itself as well as a woman who is convinced her husband has taken up whistling as a full time hobby just to drive her round the bend. And we also hear some outrageous chat which will hopefully stand as a warning to all you guys on why you shouldn’t drunk and dial. On this week’s Therapy Crouch we’ve got 99 problems but a b*tch aint one. Enjoy!
The Therapy Crouch made some new friends....and they do not disappoint
The moment you’ve all been waiting for has finally arrived! The Therapy Crouch has waited almost a year for this very special moment and boy was it worth it… This week, we are joined by fellow podcasters and new best friends, James Buckley and Clair Buckley! It’s fair to say that this is a bit of a milestone for the podcast and nothing was off the table in this no holds barred chat, from how to pity a girl into bed to James’ truly teeth woes. They are also a welcome addition to Agony Ab couch, where we hear from a woman who is being constantly undermined in the workplace which Clair has some FANTASTIC advice for. Do not miss this one!
Wedding Planning
On today’s episode, we get an exclusive invite to the planning behind the wedding of the decade. From pre-match nerves to Elton John’s florist - learn more about the planning of the most important day of Abbey’s life (and probably Pete’s as well). We also hear how Abbey feels how she has made a load of new friends since starting the podcast and why Peter is still struggling to show his face in the bakery after THAT famous incident. And your favourite Agony Ab is back, helping to navigate the tricky waters of what to do when your girlfriend plans, and pays for, your wedding without your knowledge but on your credit card and how to get out of your sister’s OTT wedding prep.
The Therapy Crouch’s Christmas Party!!!
It is a double celebration in the Crouch household after Scott pulled his finger out and asked the big Q - which has prompted some discussions on Abbey trading hers in for an upgrade (ring not fella) Although it isn’t all festive cheer as the pair have been up to their usual antics and have come locked and loaded with multiple weekly whines - a lot of of them regarding the other’s fashion faux pas. And fear not, we are not abandoning you guys with your own relationship woes, Agony Ab is still on the couch to help with your long distance heart ache and those of you who are struggling with husbands who have little to no interest in putting the Christmas tree up!! Bah humbug! Enjoy this week’s Therapy Crouch
To Dream The Impossible Dream
In this week’s Therapy Crouch, Abbey and Peter take a while to sit down and discuss some of their dreams and aspirations both as a pair of youngsters and now as one of the UK’s most prominent power couples. We hear about Abbey’s early days in Genie Queen - Liverpool’s answer to the Sugababes - and a young football protege with dreams of scoring 100 premier league goals and becoming the nation’s Podfather in the process. We also hear from our lovely listeners with their Weekly Whines and Agony Abs. We hear about one of listeners whose girlfriend has being using their toothbrush for bit of DIY and a fellow NETTO alumni has been in touch with a playground anthem that has been sung for generations across Merseyside. Enjoy this week’s Therapy Crouch!
They Call Me The Godfather
Welcome back to The Therapy Crouch! On this week’s episode Abbey and Peter are on hand to share some pearls of wisdom on what makes a good godparent, and some top tips on how to expertly navigate a thanks but no thanks conversation with your nearest and dearest. In Agony Ab, Abbey and Peter are on hand to help when your better half suddenly decides to take up the gym 10 years too late and we hear from Louis, one of our international listeners who needs some advice on how to make the first move! We hope you enjoy this very special episode from the OG Podfather and your fairy Podmother!
Top O' the Mornin to Ya
In honour of St Patrick, the Therapy Crouch goes international and takes the team too Dublin. Expect plenty of Guinness, Irish stew and questionable footwear chat. In Agony Ab, we hear from one of our listeners whose boyfriend’s hairline is in desperate need of a trip to Turkey, and learn why Bondi Rescue and Home and Away may not be the best research tools used if you are planning to emigrate to Australia. So Happy (belated) St Patrick’s day, we hope you enjoy this week’s episode of the Therapy Crouch! Sláinte!
The Therapy Crouch made some new friends....and they do not disappoint
The moment you’ve all been waiting for has finally arrived! The Therapy Crouch has waited almost a year for this very special moment and boy was it worth it… This week, we are joined by fellow podcasters and new best friends, James Buckley and Clair Buckley! It’s fair to say that this is a bit of a milestone for the podcast and nothing was off the table in this no holds barred chat, from how to pity a girl into bed to James’ truly teeth woes. They are also a welcome addition to Agony Ab couch, where we hear from a woman who is being constantly undermined in the workplace which Clair has some FANTASTIC advice for. Do not miss this one!
Wedding Planning
On today’s episode, we get an exclusive invite to the planning behind the wedding of the decade. From pre-match nerves to Elton John’s florist - learn more about the planning of the most important day of Abbey’s life (and probably Pete’s as well). We also hear how Abbey feels how she has made a load of new friends since starting the podcast and why Peter is still struggling to show his face in the bakery after THAT famous incident. And your favourite Agony Ab is back, helping to navigate the tricky waters of what to do when your girlfriend plans, and pays for, your wedding without your knowledge but on your credit card and how to get out of your sister’s OTT wedding prep.
When Partying With Celebs Goes WRONG! Therapy Crouch #AMA
On today’s episode of The Therapy Crouch #AMA, Abbey and Peter give a glimpse behind the curtain of what it’s really like partying with global superstars, and have some top tips on what to do when the party goes on a little too long…. By popular demand, Abbey is also revealing some of her tip top cleaning tips on how to get your house smelling just like the Crouch’s! We hear from a listener who has concerns that her kids are knocking seven bells of sh*t out of each other on a regular basis and what best to do when your partner is going through the hormonal rollercoaster that is pregnancy And stick around until the end when Abbey and Peter finally answer a MILLION DOLLAR QUESTION! Enjoy this week’s, Therapy Crouch #AMA If you want your question read out on the pod, hit the link below
The Therapy Crouch - You May As Well Move In Then
On this week’s episode, Pete provides a lesson on exactly how not to ask the love of your life to move in with you. Learn more about Peter’s revolutionary invention, ‘The Squat Box’ and why you should never leave your home movie collection lying around when your future wife and mother-in-law are coming round for tea. From Pet Detectives to interior design clashes, no stone is left unturned on The Therapy Crouch.
When You Are Too Old for Only Fans and Have to Create Your Own #OnlyGrans
With one more week of the dreaded January blues left, we thought we would brighten up your day with a very special episode of The Therapy Crouch! On today’s episode, Abbey and Peter are joined on the couch by Chattyman Alan Carr and his partner in crime Amanda Holden. As you can probably guess, this episode was full of surprises, and explosive revelations. We hear Alans habits that drive Amanda up the wall, why you never want to take a trip to a marble quarry on a hangover and Alan’s disappointment at the fact he is less OnlyFans, more OnlyGrans…. They are also on hand to give advice to our listeners who are struggling with their ‘Mingebag’ husbands, groaning grannies and Judgey Dry Jan partners. Enjoy this week’s, Therapy Crouch!
The Therapy Crouch - Will You Marry Me?
This week, Abbey and Peter provide a schooling session on how to nail the perfect proposal (spoiler: It does not involve chemtrails) Weekly Whine club is also back, with Abbey and Peter going a bit more upmarket to celebrate the roaring success that is The Therapy Crouch! We learn why you can't trust Abbey to keep a clean car and how Peter is considering taking up a career modelling fake tan. And, as always, Agony Ab is on hand to give you the listener some advice for your tricky relationship problems. Enjoy!
Youth is Wasted on the Young
It’s your favourite part of the week again! Therapy Crouch is back with a bang and this week Abbey and Peter lift the lid on some of their misspent youth activities. Expect tales of underage discos enough to whip you up into a FRENZY and lessons how not to pull a sicky when you are battling your first hangover. Agony Ab is on hand to provide some much needed guidance and comic relief for what to do when your husband has some interesting locations he likes to spend a penny or, even worse, thinks they’re the next Whitney Houston. Enjoy this week’s Therapy Crouch!
The Therapy Crouch - I WANT BONO
On today’s episode, Abbey and Peter shed light on all the things they have in common, from nights in watching boxsets to nights out on the tiles.... and even their taste in men. The pair also bond over their shared appreciation for all things Bono and Barry from Eastenders. In the Weekly Whine Club, we learn why having a Victoria Secret’s model as a wife may not be as glamorous as it sounds and, rather ironically, that poor punctuality is one of Abbey’s pet hates. In Agony Ab, we go international and provide assistance to some of our Spanish listeners and Pete gives tips on how to keep to spice alive (spoiler: it does not involve dressing up as a viking)
“I Want to Enrich my Own Life, No Disrespect†Abbey’s New Venture Announced!
On today’s episode of The Therapy Crouch, Abbey has a VERY special announcement regarding an exciting new career move. After admitting that she needs a little more enrichment in her life than the what she is getting from the lighthearted drivel we chat on the crouch couch, Abbey has launched a new podcast venture - Exhibit A. The first episode with Mo Gawdat and Alice Law is OUT NOW watch it here:
The Sidwell’s: Steve and Krysy Sidwell on Marriage, Teenage Tear-Ups and Book Club Blunders
On today’s episode of The Therapy Crouch, Abbey and Peter are joined by some of their oldest and closest friends - Steve and Krysy Sidwell. In a friendship spanning two decades which has seen the couples share career paths, holidays and some outrageous nights out, this podcast is full of laughs and a behind the curtain, sneak peak into what it’s like being best friends with your favourite pair of podcasters! Steve and Krysy discuss what they think has made their 20 year marriage stay rock solid after all these years and how they are navigating having three teenage boys who have developed of penchant for knocking seven bells of sh*t out of each other on a regular basis. In the Agony Ab section, we hear from a listener who has some concerns about his wife’s recent fashion choices as well what to do in the awkward situation when someone likes you more than you like them - so stay tuned for that!! Enjoy this week’s Therapy Crouch!
“Thanks Mark, You’ve Ruined the Pod!†Abbey and Pete’s #AMA
Welcome back to The Therapy Crouch: Ask Us Anything series, the only place where you can get Abbey and Pete’s raw and unfiltered answers to YOUR burning questions! On today’s episode it is almost over before it even begins after a cheeky question from listener Mark threatens to derail the whole thing!! Another listener also gets in touch who has a great addition to one of our new favourite games which leads to some outrageous film titles reimagined! And stick around until the end, where Abbey gives her verdict on her top podcast recommendations that will change your life!
David Walliams Talks Swimming the Channel, Austin Powers, Matt Lucas and Astrochimp!
On today’s episode of The Therapy Crouch, Abbey and Pete are joined by actor, comedian and children’s author David Walliams who heard us shouting him out on a previous pod and decided to pop onto the couch for a chat! David talks about his massive success in the world of children’s literature, his literary inspirations and why writing two books is never the same process. He also weighs in on Abbey’s debut novel ‘Remember my name’ and gives a very special reading of the prologue which now has Abbey pondering if we should get this re released as an audio book! In the Agony Ab section, we have a Shallow Hal-esqu scenario featuring a boyfriend who is getting worried about his girlfriend waistline woes and we have some very direct advice for a listener whose girls trip is in jeopardy due to the addition of some unwanted plus ones!
David Walliams Talks Swimming the Channel, Austin Powers, Matt Lucas and Astrochimp!
On today’s episode of The Therapy Crouch, Abbey and Pete are joined by actor, comedian and children’s author David Walliams who heard us shouting him out on a previous pod and decided to pop onto the couch for a chat! David talks about his massive success in the world of children’s literature, his literary inspirations and why writing two books is never the same process. He also weighs in on Abbey’s debut novel ‘Remember my name’ and gives a very special reading of the prologue which now has Abbey pondering if we should get this re released as an audio book! In the Agony Ab section, we have a Shallow Hal-esqu scenario featuring a boyfriend who is getting worried about his girlfriend waistline woes and we have some very direct advice for a listener whose girls trip is in jeopardy due to the addition of some unwanted plus ones!
Doggystyle
In this week’s pod, Peter finally admits his love love for the young pup!! As expected, Abbey is less than magnanimous in success but there is no love lost between the pair. In the weekly whine club, one of our golf widow listeners has been in touch, much to the detriment of the big man, and we also hear from a young scaffolder who’s struggling to enjoy a day evening off even on a cold wet Tuesday underneath the spotlights. In one of our most F’d up Agony Abs of the series, a long time suffering housewife details her husbands perverted tea making skills and Abbey is on hand to give some advice to an unlucky in love recently singleton. Enjoy this week’s Therapy Crouch!
Extraterrestrials, Memory Loss and Bedroom Antics: Therapy Crouch #AMA
On today’s episode of The Therapy Crouch, Ask Us Anything, Abbey and Peter are back answering some of the hot topics that you guys want to know the answer too! As is quickly becoming a bit of a tradition of this new weekly edition, we hear some weird and wonderful ‘would you rather’ questions the majority of which leave Abbey and Pete stumped on how you guys even come up with them! We also tackle some more hard hitting questions, such as sleep talking, how to keep yourself occupied in the bedroom on a cold rainy day, and Abbey finally puts to bed the age old question of is their Alien life out there? Enjoy this week’s Therapy Crouch, Ask Us Anything!
Father's Day
On this week’s Therapy Crouch, Abbey and Peter sit down and have a chat about their recent Father’s Day festivities, with Pete having put in a slightly underwhelming performance on Mother’s Day, is it likely Abbey pulled out all the stops for him this year? There is only one way to find out! To kick things off, Abbey and Peter share with us some of their favourite Dad jokes (that’s rubbish jokes, not jokes about Dads, Peter) In Agony Ab, the gang are on hand to give some advice for when your best mate gets a new girlfriend and she is constantly up staging you in the best friend department. Abbey is also on hand for some reassuring advice for one of our listeners who has recently seen one of her flings develop into something more serious with potentially catastrophic consequences. So sit back, relax and enjoy this weeks Therapy Crouch!
Father's Day
On this week’s Therapy Crouch, Abbey and Peter sit down and have a chat about their recent Father’s Day festivities, with Pete having put in a slightly underwhelming performance on Mother’s Day, is it likely Abbey pulled out all the stops for him this year? There is only one way to find out! To kick things off, Abbey and Peter share with us some of their favourite Dad jokes (that’s rubbish jokes, not jokes about Dads, Peter) In Agony Ab, the gang are on hand to give some advice for when your best mate gets a new girlfriend and she is constantly up staging you in the best friend department. Abbey is also on hand for some reassuring advice for one of our listeners who has recently seen one of her flings develop into something more serious with potentially catastrophic consequences. So sit back, relax and enjoy this weeks Therapy Crouch!
Freaky Friday
In this week’s Therapy Crouch, Abbey and Peter embrace their inner Jamie Lee Curtis and Lindsey Lohan and ponder one of life’s great questions…..what would you do if you found yourself in a Freaky Friday situation? They look at which one of their heroes they would most like to switch with, what would be the first thing they’d do if they found themselves in the other’s body (parental guidance advised) and Peter answers a very tricky question regarding his mum and Abbey’s own Freaky Friday experience. In Agony Ab, we hear from the only woman on the planet who is offended her husband believes she resembles Margot Robbie and Pete tries to help a sister out who’s in desperate need of some funny one liners for her Tinder profile. Enjoy this week’s Therapy Crouch!
Freaky Friday
In this week’s Therapy Crouch, Abbey and Peter embrace their inner Jamie Lee Curtis and Lindsey Lohan and ponder one of life’s great questions…..what would you do if you found yourself in a Freaky Friday situation? They look at which one of their heroes they would most like to switch with, what would be the first thing they’d do if they found themselves in the other’s body (parental guidance advised) and Peter answers a very tricky question regarding his mum and Abbey’s own Freaky Friday experience. In Agony Ab, we hear from the only woman on the planet who is offended her husband believes she resembles Margot Robbie and Pete tries to help a sister out who’s in desperate need of some funny one liners for her Tinder profile. Enjoy this week’s Therapy Crouch!
Friends with (no) Benefits
ADVISORY CONTENT WARNING: Unfortunately, our mics dropped out for the last 10 mins of this week’s episode so we apologise for the audio quality at the end of the ep...... Welcome to this week’s episode of the Therapy Crouch! This week, Abbey has had some life affirming news and it has encouraged the gang to discuss all things friendship group related. Ever found yourself stuck with a talkative boring Norman at a wedding? Or had the dreaded experience of when two of your close friends split up and you don’t know which one to keep? You’re not alone. Abbey and Peter are here to give you some witty personal anecdotes, and advice on what to do if you ever find yourself in one of these sticky situations. We also find out why Pete could be inline for the next Gucci modelling job and Abbey has some choice words for one of our listeners who has an issue with her attempt at an Italian accent. It’s a cracker!
Glastonbury....Part 1
Welcome back to The Therapy Crouch! This week, your favourite couple take a sit down to spill the beans on all their Glastonbury planning and preparations. We have got some interesting ideas on how we can help Pete go incognito in the crowd (wig suggestions welcome) and Abbey gives a breakdown on how she is going to give Sir Elton John himself a run for his money when it comes to outfit changes. In Weekly Whine Club you guys have been in touch to berate Peter about his skinny wrists and we also hear how you have incorporated this into your own daily lives with varying degrees of success. Agony Ab is also back…but this time with a twist! Rather than our usual pearls of wisdom and relationship saving advice, we hear some of your best (and worst) festival stories….from burst sh*t pipes and POONCHO nightmares - nothing is off the cards. Enjoy this week’s, Therapy Crouch!
Glasto....Part 2
It’s the one you have all been waiting for! After a rather hectic Glastonbury experience, a slightly worse for wear Therapy Crouch is here to dish the dirt on what went down at Worthy Farm. The gang battle through some rather self-inflicted hangovers and lift the lid on their Glastonbury experience - expect a lot of Elton John chat, Abbey’s step count and the avoidance of the dreaded long drop…. Enjoy this week’s Therapy Crouch!
Half Term from Hell
Happy Therapy Crouch release day! In this week’s episode Abbey and Peter talk about their rather eventful Easter break spent with their nearest and dearest….as well as their four kids. With Pete pondering why the little ones get such a long time off for Easter when Jesus himself only took 3 days, Abbey lets loose on some of their less-than-wholesome strolls in the park and trips to the beach. During Weekly Whine Club, Pete’s shortcomings on all things technology based are exposed and we hear from one of our listeners whose husband is left rather unimpressed by one of her morning rituals. In Agony Ab, we hear how one of our dear listeners is planning on throwing the wedding of a lifetime with his boyhood passion taking front and centre stage, and what to do when your gut feeling is telling you there is something wrong in the relationship. We hope you enjoy this weeks episode of The Therapy Crouch!
Guilty Pleasures
After the ribena-gate of last week, tune in to see if Ralphie made it to a second week in the Crouch family household. This week, the Abbey and Peter are chatting about all things guilty pleasures. After hearing about a recent TikTok trend, Abbey is desperate to stay down with the kids and expose all the things that men secretly love but hate to admit, what could go wrong…..? From their mutual taste in TV and the fact they are both more than partial to a bit of Simply Red, it is safe to say they both have more than their fair share of guilty pleasures they can expose the other one for. As always, you guys have been in touch in search of some advice from the nation’s number 1 Agony AB! Abbey takes the role of hype queen for a woman who has been stuck with a guy suffering from Botox Bias and is on hand to help a young gent who is suffering from a 3 ft 5 neighbour from hell.
Here comes the Bride(maid) - The Therapy Crouch
It has been a big week for Abbey - she finally popped her bridesmaid’s cherry for none other than her BFF Holly. But before they spill the beans on the wedding of the year, they reminisce on what has been a rather eventful week. From halloween face paint fails to a Geoff Clancy fashion faux pas there is plenty to be unravelled here. Abbey and Pete also take a surprising detour from the pod topic and reminisce on some of their school school day pranks and performances which brings a lot of happy memories flooding back. In Agony Ab, we hear from a woman who has suffered the ultimate betrayal from her former best friend and we also hear from someone who got A LOT more than they bargained for when they went for their monthly mop chop. Enjoy this week’s, Therapy Crouch!
Happy Halloween
Keeping in the spirit of the spookiest day of the year, Abbey and Peter have donned their best outfits and are talking all things fright night. Before delving into everything that gives them the heebie jeebies though, we have a recap on what could have potentially been the best week of Abbey’s life……so far. There is some big name dropping in this week’s podcast, with Madonna, Frankie Dettori, Mick Hucknall of Simply Rouge and Mr Micky Mouse himself all getting honourable mentions. It’s a laugh a minute on today’s Therapy Crouch, with Dad jokes galore, Pete’s biggest fears exposed and Abbey’s sharp scouse wit is in full swing to keep everyone in check. In our Agony Ab section, Abbey and Pete are on hand to give advice on toenail health and maintenance as well as what to do when your hubby starts to neglect his hair and waistlines! Happy Halloween from all the team at The Therapy Crouch!
“I Want to Enrich my Own Life, No Disrespect†Abbey’s New Venture Announced!
On today’s episode of The Therapy Crouch, Abbey has a VERY special announcement regarding an exciting new career move. After admitting that she needs a little more enrichment in her life than the what she is getting from the lighthearted drivel we chat on the crouch couch, Abbey has launched a new podcast venture - Exhibit A. The first episode with Mo Gawdat and Alice Law is OUT NOW watch it here:
Here comes the Bride(maid) - The Therapy Crouch
It has been a big week for Abbey - she finally popped her bridesmaid’s cherry for none other than her BFF Holly. But before they spill the beans on the wedding of the year, they reminisce on what has been a rather eventful week. From halloween face paint fails to a Geoff Clancy fashion faux pas there is plenty to be unravelled here. Abbey and Pete also take a surprising detour from the pod topic and reminisce on some of their school school day pranks and performances which brings a lot of happy memories flooding back. In Agony Ab, we hear from a woman who has suffered the ultimate betrayal from her former best friend and we also hear from someone who got A LOT more than they bargained for when they went for their monthly mop chop. Enjoy this week’s, Therapy Crouch!
“I Want to Enrich my Own Life, No Disrespect†Abbey’s New Venture Announced!
On today’s episode of The Therapy Crouch, Abbey has a VERY special announcement regarding an exciting new career move. After admitting that she needs a little more enrichment in her life than the what she is getting from the lighthearted drivel we chat on the crouch couch, Abbey has launched a new podcast venture - Exhibit A. The first episode with Mo Gawdat and Alice Law is OUT NOW watch it here:
“Thanks Mark, You’ve Ruined the Pod!†Abbey and Pete’s #AMA
Welcome back to The Therapy Crouch: Ask Us Anything series, the only place where you can get Abbey and Pete’s raw and unfiltered answers to YOUR burning questions! On today’s episode it is almost over before it even begins after a cheeky question from listener Mark threatens to derail the whole thing!! Another listener also gets in touch who has a great addition to one of our new favourite games which leads to some outrageous film titles reimagined! And stick around until the end, where Abbey gives her verdict on her top podcast recommendations that will change your life!
Glastonbury....Part 1
Welcome back to The Therapy Crouch! This week, your favourite couple take a sit down to spill the beans on all their Glastonbury planning and preparations. We have got some interesting ideas on how we can help Pete go incognito in the crowd (wig suggestions welcome) and Abbey gives a breakdown on how she is going to give Sir Elton John himself a run for his money when it comes to outfit changes. In Weekly Whine Club you guys have been in touch to berate Peter about his skinny wrists and we also hear how you have incorporated this into your own daily lives with varying degrees of success. Agony Ab is also back…but this time with a twist! Rather than our usual pearls of wisdom and relationship saving advice, we hear some of your best (and worst) festival stories….from burst sh*t pipes and POONCHO nightmares - nothing is off the cards. Enjoy this week’s, Therapy Crouch!
The Therapy Crouch
In this week’s episode of The Therapy Crouch, Abbey and Peter discuss their differing attitudes when it comes to parenting styles - expect fun dad and house management vibes. And it isn’t just Abbey and Pete’s parenting styles that we get a glimpse into, but you guys as well! We hear from a couple whose attempts at confiscating their child’s Peppa Pig tablet backfired with some hilarious results. In Agony Ab, we learn of a fairly new and sh*t cultural phenomenon called a ‘Sten do’ as well as what to do when you suspect the girl you’ve got your eye on may be playing the o’l treat them mean keep them keen tactics on you. Enjoy this week’s Therapy Crouch!
Glasto....Part 2
It’s the one you have all been waiting for! After a rather hectic Glastonbury experience, a slightly worse for wear Therapy Crouch is here to dish the dirt on what went down at Worthy Farm. The gang battle through some rather self-inflicted hangovers and lift the lid on their Glastonbury experience - expect a lot of Elton John chat, Abbey’s step count and the avoidance of the dreaded long drop…. Enjoy this week’s Therapy Crouch!
The Sidwell’s: Steve and Krysy Sidwell on Marriage, Teenage Tear-Ups and Book Club Blunders
On today’s episode of The Therapy Crouch, Abbey and Peter are joined by some of their oldest and closest friends - Steve and Krysy Sidwell. In a friendship spanning two decades which has seen the couples share career paths, holidays and some outrageous nights out, this podcast is full of laughs and a behind the curtain, sneak peak into what it’s like being best friends with your favourite pair of podcasters! Steve and Krysy discuss what they think has made their 20 year marriage stay rock solid after all these years and how they are navigating having three teenage boys who have developed of penchant for knocking seven bells of sh*t out of each other on a regular basis. In the Agony Ab section, we hear from a listener who has some concerns about his wife’s recent fashion choices as well what to do in the awkward situation when someone likes you more than you like them - so stay tuned for that!! Enjoy this week’s Therapy Crouch!
Friends with (no) Benefits
ADVISORY CONTENT WARNING: Unfortunately, our mics dropped out for the last 10 mins of this week’s episode so we apologise for the audio quality at the end of the ep...... Welcome to this week’s episode of the Therapy Crouch! This week, Abbey has had some life affirming news and it has encouraged the gang to discuss all things friendship group related. Ever found yourself stuck with a talkative boring Norman at a wedding? Or had the dreaded experience of when two of your close friends split up and you don’t know which one to keep? You’re not alone. Abbey and Peter are here to give you some witty personal anecdotes, and advice on what to do if you ever find yourself in one of these sticky situations. We also find out why Pete could be inline for the next Gucci modelling job and Abbey has some choice words for one of our listeners who has an issue with her attempt at an Italian accent. It’s a cracker!
The Therapy Crouch - I WANT BONO
On today’s episode, Abbey and Peter shed light on all the things they have in common, from nights in watching boxsets to nights out on the tiles.... and even their taste in men. The pair also bond over their shared appreciation for all things Bono and Barry from Eastenders. In the Weekly Whine Club, we learn why having a Victoria Secret’s model as a wife may not be as glamorous as it sounds and, rather ironically, that poor punctuality is one of Abbey’s pet hates. In Agony Ab, we go international and provide assistance to some of our Spanish listeners and Pete gives tips on how to keep to spice alive (spoiler: it does not involve dressing up as a viking)
The Therapy Crouch - You May As Well Move In Then
On this week’s episode, Pete provides a lesson on exactly how not to ask the love of your life to move in with you. Learn more about Peter’s revolutionary invention, ‘The Squat Box’ and why you should never leave your home movie collection lying around when your future wife and mother-in-law are coming round for tea. From Pet Detectives to interior design clashes, no stone is left unturned on The Therapy Crouch.
Father's Day
On this week’s Therapy Crouch, Abbey and Peter sit down and have a chat about their recent Father’s Day festivities, with Pete having put in a slightly underwhelming performance on Mother’s Day, is it likely Abbey pulled out all the stops for him this year? There is only one way to find out! To kick things off, Abbey and Peter share with us some of their favourite Dad jokes (that’s rubbish jokes, not jokes about Dads, Peter) In Agony Ab, the gang are on hand to give some advice for when your best mate gets a new girlfriend and she is constantly up staging you in the best friend department. Abbey is also on hand for some reassuring advice for one of our listeners who has recently seen one of her flings develop into something more serious with potentially catastrophic consequences. So sit back, relax and enjoy this weeks Therapy Crouch!
The Therapy Crouch made some new friends....and they do not disappoint
The moment you’ve all been waiting for has finally arrived! The Therapy Crouch has waited almost a year for this very special moment and boy was it worth it… This week, we are joined by fellow podcasters and new best friends, James Buckley and Clair Buckley! It’s fair to say that this is a bit of a milestone for the podcast and nothing was off the table in this no holds barred chat, from how to pity a girl into bed to James’ truly teeth woes. They are also a welcome addition to Agony Ab couch, where we hear from a woman who is being constantly undermined in the workplace which Clair has some FANTASTIC advice for. Do not miss this one!
Extraterrestrials, Memory Loss and Bedroom Antics: Therapy Crouch #AMA
On today’s episode of The Therapy Crouch, Ask Us Anything, Abbey and Peter are back answering some of the hot topics that you guys want to know the answer too! As is quickly becoming a bit of a tradition of this new weekly edition, we hear some weird and wonderful ‘would you rather’ questions the majority of which leave Abbey and Pete stumped on how you guys even come up with them! We also tackle some more hard hitting questions, such as sleep talking, how to keep yourself occupied in the bedroom on a cold rainy day, and Abbey finally puts to bed the age old question of is their Alien life out there? Enjoy this week’s Therapy Crouch, Ask Us Anything!
Doggystyle
In this week’s pod, Peter finally admits his love love for the young pup!! As expected, Abbey is less than magnanimous in success but there is no love lost between the pair. In the weekly whine club, one of our golf widow listeners has been in touch, much to the detriment of the big man, and we also hear from a young scaffolder who’s struggling to enjoy a day evening off even on a cold wet Tuesday underneath the spotlights. In one of our most F’d up Agony Abs of the series, a long time suffering housewife details her husbands perverted tea making skills and Abbey is on hand to give some advice to an unlucky in love recently singleton. Enjoy this week’s Therapy Crouch!
The Therapy Crouch’s Christmas Party!!!
It is a double celebration in the Crouch household after Scott pulled his finger out and asked the big Q - which has prompted some discussions on Abbey trading hers in for an upgrade (ring not fella) Although it isn’t all festive cheer as the pair have been up to their usual antics and have come locked and loaded with multiple weekly whines - a lot of of them regarding the other’s fashion faux pas. And fear not, we are not abandoning you guys with your own relationship woes, Agony Ab is still on the couch to help with your long distance heart ache and those of you who are struggling with husbands who have little to no interest in putting the Christmas tree up!! Bah humbug! Enjoy this week’s Therapy Crouch
“Thanks Mark, You’ve Ruined the Pod!†Abbey and Pete’s #AMA
Welcome back to The Therapy Crouch: Ask Us Anything series, the only place where you can get Abbey and Pete’s raw and unfiltered answers to YOUR burning questions! On today’s episode it is almost over before it even begins after a cheeky question from listener Mark threatens to derail the whole thing!! Another listener also gets in touch who has a great addition to one of our new favourite games which leads to some outrageous film titles reimagined! And stick around until the end, where Abbey gives her verdict on her top podcast recommendations that will change your life!
David Walliams Talks Swimming the Channel, Austin Powers, Matt Lucas and Astrochimp!
On today’s episode of The Therapy Crouch, Abbey and Pete are joined by actor, comedian and children’s author David Walliams who heard us shouting him out on a previous pod and decided to pop onto the couch for a chat! David talks about his massive success in the world of children’s literature, his literary inspirations and why writing two books is never the same process. He also weighs in on Abbey’s debut novel ‘Remember my name’ and gives a very special reading of the prologue which now has Abbey pondering if we should get this re released as an audio book! In the Agony Ab section, we have a Shallow Hal-esqu scenario featuring a boyfriend who is getting worried about his girlfriend waistline woes and we have some very direct advice for a listener whose girls trip is in jeopardy due to the addition of some unwanted plus ones!
To Dream The Impossible Dream
In this week’s Therapy Crouch, Abbey and Peter take a while to sit down and discuss some of their dreams and aspirations both as a pair of youngsters and now as one of the UK’s most prominent power couples. We hear about Abbey’s early days in Genie Queen - Liverpool’s answer to the Sugababes - and a young football protege with dreams of scoring 100 premier league goals and becoming the nation’s Podfather in the process. We also hear from our lovely listeners with their Weekly Whines and Agony Abs. We hear about one of listeners whose girlfriend has being using their toothbrush for bit of DIY and a fellow NETTO alumni has been in touch with a playground anthem that has been sung for generations across Merseyside. Enjoy this week’s Therapy Crouch!
Top O' the Mornin to Ya
In honour of St Patrick, the Therapy Crouch goes international and takes the team too Dublin. Expect plenty of Guinness, Irish stew and questionable footwear chat. In Agony Ab, we hear from one of our listeners whose boyfriend’s hairline is in desperate need of a trip to Turkey, and learn why Bondi Rescue and Home and Away may not be the best research tools used if you are planning to emigrate to Australia. So Happy (belated) St Patrick’s day, we hope you enjoy this week’s episode of the Therapy Crouch! Sláinte!
Therapy Crouchfest
On today’s episode of The Therapy Crouch, Abbey and Peter take a while to take stock after the roaring success that was Crouchfest. Never ones to take themselves too seriously, the gang talk all things fancy dress, gameshow parodies, music and everything in between. Abbey also gives insight into their ‘Sunday Monday’ experience - a rare treat when the house is normally jam packed with four kids. In the Agony Abs, we hear from a listener who is feeling pressured into going on a rather expensive family group holiday as well as a young couple who are struggling to decide if they want to have another baby, secure their nest or blow it all on the big day! Enjoy this week’s, Therapy Crouch!
Youth is Wasted on the Young
It’s your favourite part of the week again! Therapy Crouch is back with a bang and this week Abbey and Peter lift the lid on some of their misspent youth activities. Expect tales of underage discos enough to whip you up into a FRENZY and lessons how not to pull a sicky when you are battling your first hangover. Agony Ab is on hand to provide some much needed guidance and comic relief for what to do when your husband has some interesting locations he likes to spend a penny or, even worse, thinks they’re the next Whitney Houston. Enjoy this week’s Therapy Crouch!
When Partying With Celebs Goes WRONG! Therapy Crouch #AMA
On today’s episode of The Therapy Crouch #AMA, Abbey and Peter give a glimpse behind the curtain of what it’s really like partying with global superstars, and have some top tips on what to do when the party goes on a little too long…. By popular demand, Abbey is also revealing some of her tip top cleaning tips on how to get your house smelling just like the Crouch’s! We hear from a listener who has concerns that her kids are knocking seven bells of sh*t out of each other on a regular basis and what best to do when your partner is going through the hormonal rollercoaster that is pregnancy And stick around until the end when Abbey and Peter finally answer a MILLION DOLLAR QUESTION! Enjoy this week’s, Therapy Crouch #AMA If you want your question read out on the pod, hit the link below
When good intentions backfire SPECTACULARLY
After their recent break away from the kids to ‘disconnect and reconnect’ Abbey and Pete are back with tales of when even the best of intentions can backfire with hilarious results. Thailand in the depths of monsoon season? Sounds like the perfect opportunity for Abbey to tear through three books and avoid talking to Pete at all costs… In our weekly whine (or shine) club, we hear from a couple who have had the picture perfect proposal in nowhere else than the big apple itself as well as a woman who is convinced her husband has taken up whistling as a full time hobby just to drive her round the bend. And we also hear some outrageous chat which will hopefully stand as a warning to all you guys on why you shouldn’t drunk and dial. On this week’s Therapy Crouch we’ve got 99 problems but a b*tch aint one. Enjoy!
Wedding Planning
On today’s episode, we get an exclusive invite to the planning behind the wedding of the decade. From pre-match nerves to Elton John’s florist - learn more about the planning of the most important day of Abbey’s life (and probably Pete’s as well). We also hear how Abbey feels how she has made a load of new friends since starting the podcast and why Peter is still struggling to show his face in the bakery after THAT famous incident. And your favourite Agony Ab is back, helping to navigate the tricky waters of what to do when your girlfriend plans, and pays for, your wedding without your knowledge but on your credit card and how to get out of your sister’s OTT wedding prep.
To Dream The Impossible Dream
In this week’s Therapy Crouch, Abbey and Peter take a while to sit down and discuss some of their dreams and aspirations both as a pair of youngsters and now as one of the UK’s most prominent power couples. We hear about Abbey’s early days in Genie Queen - Liverpool’s answer to the Sugababes - and a young football protege with dreams of scoring 100 premier league goals and becoming the nation’s Podfather in the process. We also hear from our lovely listeners with their Weekly Whines and Agony Abs. We hear about one of listeners whose girlfriend has being using their toothbrush for bit of DIY and a fellow NETTO alumni has been in touch with a playground anthem that has been sung for generations across Merseyside. Enjoy this week’s Therapy Crouch!
They Call Me The Godfather
Welcome back to The Therapy Crouch! On this week’s episode Abbey and Peter are on hand to share some pearls of wisdom on what makes a good godparent, and some top tips on how to expertly navigate a thanks but no thanks conversation with your nearest and dearest. In Agony Ab, Abbey and Peter are on hand to help when your better half suddenly decides to take up the gym 10 years too late and we hear from Louis, one of our international listeners who needs some advice on how to make the first move! We hope you enjoy this very special episode from the OG Podfather and your fairy Podmother!
The Therapy Crouch’s Christmas Party!!!
It is a double celebration in the Crouch household after Scott pulled his finger out and asked the big Q - which has prompted some discussions on Abbey trading hers in for an upgrade (ring not fella) Although it isn’t all festive cheer as the pair have been up to their usual antics and have come locked and loaded with multiple weekly whines - a lot of of them regarding the other’s fashion faux pas. And fear not, we are not abandoning you guys with your own relationship woes, Agony Ab is still on the couch to help with your long distance heart ache and those of you who are struggling with husbands who have little to no interest in putting the Christmas tree up!! Bah humbug! Enjoy this week’s Therapy Crouch
The Therapy Crouch - Will You Marry Me?
This week, Abbey and Peter provide a schooling session on how to nail the perfect proposal (spoiler: It does not involve chemtrails) Weekly Whine club is also back, with Abbey and Peter going a bit more upmarket to celebrate the roaring success that is The Therapy Crouch! We learn why you can't trust Abbey to keep a clean car and how Peter is considering taking up a career modelling fake tan. And, as always, Agony Ab is on hand to give you the listener some advice for your tricky relationship problems. Enjoy!
The Therapy Crouch - I WANT BONO
On today’s episode, Abbey and Peter shed light on all the things they have in common, from nights in watching boxsets to nights out on the tiles.... and even their taste in men. The pair also bond over their shared appreciation for all things Bono and Barry from Eastenders. In the Weekly Whine Club, we learn why having a Victoria Secret’s model as a wife may not be as glamorous as it sounds and, rather ironically, that poor punctuality is one of Abbey’s pet hates. In Agony Ab, we go international and provide assistance to some of our Spanish listeners and Pete gives tips on how to keep to spice alive (spoiler: it does not involve dressing up as a viking)
The Sidwell’s: Steve and Krysy Sidwell on Marriage, Teenage Tear-Ups and Book Club Blunders
On today’s episode of The Therapy Crouch, Abbey and Peter are joined by some of their oldest and closest friends - Steve and Krysy Sidwell. In a friendship spanning two decades which has seen the couples share career paths, holidays and some outrageous nights out, this podcast is full of laughs and a behind the curtain, sneak peak into what it’s like being best friends with your favourite pair of podcasters! Steve and Krysy discuss what they think has made their 20 year marriage stay rock solid after all these years and how they are navigating having three teenage boys who have developed of penchant for knocking seven bells of sh*t out of each other on a regular basis. In the Agony Ab section, we hear from a listener who has some concerns about his wife’s recent fashion choices as well what to do in the awkward situation when someone likes you more than you like them - so stay tuned for that!! Enjoy this week’s Therapy Crouch!
“Thanks Mark, You’ve Ruined the Pod!†Abbey and Pete’s #AMA
Welcome back to The Therapy Crouch: Ask Us Anything series, the only place where you can get Abbey and Pete’s raw and unfiltered answers to YOUR burning questions! On today’s episode it is almost over before it even begins after a cheeky question from listener Mark threatens to derail the whole thing!! Another listener also gets in touch who has a great addition to one of our new favourite games which leads to some outrageous film titles reimagined! And stick around until the end, where Abbey gives her verdict on her top podcast recommendations that will change your life!
“I Want to Enrich my Own Life, No Disrespect†Abbey’s New Venture Announced!
On today’s episode of The Therapy Crouch, Abbey has a VERY special announcement regarding an exciting new career move. After admitting that she needs a little more enrichment in her life than the what she is getting from the lighthearted drivel we chat on the crouch couch, Abbey has launched a new podcast venture - Exhibit A. The first episode with Mo Gawdat and Alice Law is OUT NOW watch it here:
Here comes the Bride(maid) - The Therapy Crouch
It has been a big week for Abbey - she finally popped her bridesmaid’s cherry for none other than her BFF Holly. But before they spill the beans on the wedding of the year, they reminisce on what has been a rather eventful week. From halloween face paint fails to a Geoff Clancy fashion faux pas there is plenty to be unravelled here. Abbey and Pete also take a surprising detour from the pod topic and reminisce on some of their school school day pranks and performances which brings a lot of happy memories flooding back. In Agony Ab, we hear from a woman who has suffered the ultimate betrayal from her former best friend and we also hear from someone who got A LOT more than they bargained for when they went for their monthly mop chop. Enjoy this week’s, Therapy Crouch!
Half Term from Hell
Happy Therapy Crouch release day! In this week’s episode Abbey and Peter talk about their rather eventful Easter break spent with their nearest and dearest….as well as their four kids. With Pete pondering why the little ones get such a long time off for Easter when Jesus himself only took 3 days, Abbey lets loose on some of their less-than-wholesome strolls in the park and trips to the beach. During Weekly Whine Club, Pete’s shortcomings on all things technology based are exposed and we hear from one of our listeners whose husband is left rather unimpressed by one of her morning rituals. In Agony Ab, we hear how one of our dear listeners is planning on throwing the wedding of a lifetime with his boyhood passion taking front and centre stage, and what to do when your gut feeling is telling you there is something wrong in the relationship. We hope you enjoy this weeks episode of The Therapy Crouch!
Guilty Pleasures
After the ribena-gate of last week, tune in to see if Ralphie made it to a second week in the Crouch family household. This week, the Abbey and Peter are chatting about all things guilty pleasures. After hearing about a recent TikTok trend, Abbey is desperate to stay down with the kids and expose all the things that men secretly love but hate to admit, what could go wrong…..? From their mutual taste in TV and the fact they are both more than partial to a bit of Simply Red, it is safe to say they both have more than their fair share of guilty pleasures they can expose the other one for. As always, you guys have been in touch in search of some advice from the nation’s number 1 Agony AB! Abbey takes the role of hype queen for a woman who has been stuck with a guy suffering from Botox Bias and is on hand to help a young gent who is suffering from a 3 ft 5 neighbour from hell.
Guilty Pleasures
After the ribena-gate of last week, tune in to see if Ralphie made it to a second week in the Crouch family household. This week, the Abbey and Peter are chatting about all things guilty pleasures. After hearing about a recent TikTok trend, Abbey is desperate to stay down with the kids and expose all the things that men secretly love but hate to admit, what could go wrong…..? From their mutual taste in TV and the fact they are both more than partial to a bit of Simply Red, it is safe to say they both have more than their fair share of guilty pleasures they can expose the other one for. As always, you guys have been in touch in search of some advice from the nation’s number 1 Agony AB! Abbey takes the role of hype queen for a woman who has been stuck with a guy suffering from Botox Bias and is on hand to help a young gent who is suffering from a 3 ft 5 neighbour from hell.
“I Want to Enrich my Own Life, No Disrespect†Abbey’s New Venture Announced!
On today’s episode of The Therapy Crouch, Abbey has a VERY special announcement regarding an exciting new career move. After admitting that she needs a little more enrichment in her life than the what she is getting from the lighthearted drivel we chat on the crouch couch, Abbey has launched a new podcast venture - Exhibit A. The first episode with Mo Gawdat and Alice Law is OUT NOW watch it here:
Therapy Crouchfest
On today’s episode of The Therapy Crouch, Abbey and Peter take a while to take stock after the roaring success that was Crouchfest. Never ones to take themselves too seriously, the gang talk all things fancy dress, gameshow parodies, music and everything in between. Abbey also gives insight into their ‘Sunday Monday’ experience - a rare treat when the house is normally jam packed with four kids. In the Agony Abs, we hear from a listener who is feeling pressured into going on a rather expensive family group holiday as well as a young couple who are struggling to decide if they want to have another baby, secure their nest or blow it all on the big day! Enjoy this week’s, Therapy Crouch!
Youth is Wasted on the Young
It’s your favourite part of the week again! Therapy Crouch is back with a bang and this week Abbey and Peter lift the lid on some of their misspent youth activities. Expect tales of underage discos enough to whip you up into a FRENZY and lessons how not to pull a sicky when you are battling your first hangover. Agony Ab is on hand to provide some much needed guidance and comic relief for what to do when your husband has some interesting locations he likes to spend a penny or, even worse, thinks they’re the next Whitney Houston. Enjoy this week’s Therapy Crouch!
When Partying With Celebs Goes WRONG! Therapy Crouch #AMA
On today’s episode of The Therapy Crouch #AMA, Abbey and Peter give a glimpse behind the curtain of what it’s really like partying with global superstars, and have some top tips on what to do when the party goes on a little too long…. By popular demand, Abbey is also revealing some of her tip top cleaning tips on how to get your house smelling just like the Crouch’s! We hear from a listener who has concerns that her kids are knocking seven bells of sh*t out of each other on a regular basis and what best to do when your partner is going through the hormonal rollercoaster that is pregnancy And stick around until the end when Abbey and Peter finally answer a MILLION DOLLAR QUESTION! Enjoy this week’s, Therapy Crouch #AMA If you want your question read out on the pod, hit the link below
When good intentions backfire SPECTACULARLY
After their recent break away from the kids to ‘disconnect and reconnect’ Abbey and Pete are back with tales of when even the best of intentions can backfire with hilarious results. Thailand in the depths of monsoon season? Sounds like the perfect opportunity for Abbey to tear through three books and avoid talking to Pete at all costs… In our weekly whine (or shine) club, we hear from a couple who have had the picture perfect proposal in nowhere else than the big apple itself as well as a woman who is convinced her husband has taken up whistling as a full time hobby just to drive her round the bend. And we also hear some outrageous chat which will hopefully stand as a warning to all you guys on why you shouldn’t drunk and dial. On this week’s Therapy Crouch we’ve got 99 problems but a b*tch aint one. Enjoy!