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Welcome to another episode of The Therapy Crouch! This week, Abbey is nursing a brutally symmetrical Portuguese mosquito bite while Pete returns from China to face some harsh truths from their seven-year-old son Jack, who has officially ruled out marriage for good. Plus, the debate turns heated as Pete's fresh moustache gets brutally compared to an 80s p*rn star and a swinger's retreat regular. We also dive into the eternal question every partner asks: why do retired footballers abandon the pitch just to obsess over golf? Pete reveals whether hitting a hole-in-one tops scoring a Premier League screamer, while Abbey explains why an immaculately organised airing cupboard gives her a bigger high than any sport on earth. Things take a chaotic turn when a listener submits a terrifying shower prank mishap that turned a romantic routine into a trip hazard, prompting an official crouch public safety announcement. If you want to submit an Agony Ab to the podcast - hit the link below…

We've taken over a friends studio for another episode of The Therapy Crouch! Pete has unveiled a brand-new moustache just in time for November, and let’s just say Abbey is far from impressed. From brutal roasts about whether it suits him to Abbey discovering a BBC study revealing that pet dogs are actually cleaner than men's facial hair, domestic harmony is truly hanging by a thread. The couple dive headfirst into the madness of Halloween preparations, debating proper etiquette around trick-or-treating, disastrous past outfits, and whether sexy costumes have gone entirely too far. Plus, Pete defends an emergency essentials trip to Decathlon, while Abbey questions why it's treated like a day out. Elsewhere, we hear wild celebrity trick-or-treating tales, discuss the logistics of couples costumes, and unpack an outrageous Agony Abs dilemma involving neighbourhood candy feuds and petty payback. Try Huel with £10 OFF for New Customers today using our code "therapycrouch" at huel.com/therapycrouch If you want to…

On this Ask Me Anything, Pete and Abbey are back tackling your wild Ask Me Anything dilemmas, from university pranks taken to sickening extremes to Pete getting completely stitched up with Deep Heat in the Stoke City changing rooms. Plus, Abbey exposes Pete's questionable choice of romantic bedroom music and the horrors of getting hammered together on date night. In this episode, the debate turns to relationship red flags when a listener asks how to save a best mate whose partner is alienating everyone, leaving Pete and Abbey to discuss whether you should ever tell a friend you hate their other half. We also tackle the return from an epic bedroom dry spell, how to rebuild confidence when things get awkward, and Abbey’s horror at Pete’s seduction tactics. If you want to submit a question to our next AMA - hit the link below https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1B-c3yvC-4Ew3H1nJc5fD-5d3X9JbK7L2mN1oP0qR8s/viewform 00:00 - Barn Banter & Where Is Gaz? 01:00 - The University Kahoot Prank 03:26 - A Step Too Far: Pete &…

We're back in the barn for another episode of The Therapy Crouch! Pete and Abbey unpack their scenic escape to Norway, surviving endless glasses of "bitch juice," and why Pete's post-golf hosting habits leave Abbey freezing in a house without furniture. Between Abbey attempting to cure a brutal hangover with raw sardines and Pete sleeping with a giant turkey-shaped ostrich pillow on his head, domestic harmony is truly hanging by a thread. The team break down the sheer chaos of half-term parenting, navigating four kids with zero overlapping interests, and the extreme parental lies used to keep the peace. Pete reveals why he abandoned Abbey mid-fall during a high-stakes game of 40-40 in the garden, while the pair make another high-stakes charity bet on whether they can survive the holidays completely sober. Plus, an incredible lineup of listener dilemmas in Weekly Wines and Agony Abs: from living with a flatmate who commentates every domestic chore like David Attenborough, to a blind date that goes horribly…

On this AMA episode of The Therapy Crouch, Pete and Abbey are back tackling your most pressing questions, starting with Pete awkwardly explaining why Abbey didn't get an enthusiastic invite to his upcoming podcast awards night. Between wardrobe disputes and chaotic rental living, the pair unpack the unfiltered reality of marriage when life gets messy. The debate moves straight into home renovations and whether living amongst dust, storage units, and builders at 7am completely destroys romance—with Abbey giving a brutally honest answer on what happens to the bedroom spark. Plus, the two go head-to-head on who is truly reckless with money: Pete's massive fun budgets or Abbey's uncompromising obsession with luxury kitchen ovens. Elsewhere, Pete and Abbey look back at their vow renewal on a private island, debate taking on The Traitors or Celebrity SAS, and sort out what Pete should wear to pick up an award. If you want to submit a question to our next AMA - hit the link below…

We're back in the barn for another episode of The Therapy Crouch! This week, Pete and Abbey dive into the sobering realisation of getting older, from realising we only have "20 summers left" to Pete officially banning Abbey from his car after driveway parking chaos and a trashed centre console. Plus, Gaz reveals the time he wore skin-tight long johns into an office job for weeks on end. The gang explore how our habits evolve with age, debating tech neck, whether looking through Country Living magazine is the ultimate sign of middle age, and why Abbey refused to let Pete attend the new house meeting. We also look back at Abbey's school days drawing fake Calvin Klein logos on her clothes, Pete's dream year at Liverpool, and tackle an Agony Ab dilemma from a man who pretended to be broke on date one and has now trapped himself in a "prison of thrift" at Wetherspoons. If you want to submit an Agony Ab to the podcast - hit the link below…

We're back in the barn for another Therapy Crouch AMA! Abbey and Pete kick things off unpacking Abbey’s marathon seven-hour phone calls investigating whether Noah’s Ark has actually been uncovered and why you shouldn't touch an alien. Pete also reveals why he’s forced to hide in the kids' bedrooms just to get half an hour of peace, only to be accused of leading a double life over some simple morning doorway stretches. The great gaming debate takes centre stage as Pete admits the moment his gaming career was brutally cut short after locking Abbey outside in the cold for two hours while wearing a headset. This leads into an unforgettable listener debate on whether it's ever acceptable to cancel a 15-year wedding anniversary dinner just to play the biggest video game release of the decade. Elsewhere, we hear about disastrous Pilates attempts on the reformer, the agony of pulled adductors, and a stomach-churning AMA straight from the dance floor of an Ibiza beach club involving frozen margaritas and very…

We're back in the barn for another episode of The Therapy Crouch! This week, Abbey is giving Pete’s face a full MOT (flaming wax balls included), while Pete defends his pool-side grunting while lifting 5kg pink dumbbells. The pair also debate the irresistible male urge to give a "happy slap" when walking past your partner, the perils of the "sweaty chin rest" hug, and Abbey’s pregnant school run delayed by a curry chip barm. We’re also settling the ultimate UK debate: The World Cup of North vs. South! From Greggs vs. Gail’s to The Beatles vs. The Rolling Stones, battle lines are drawn. Plus, Pete shares his "subtle art of distraction" for getting his dream golf hole past Abbey. We hear about the kids meeting Lamine Yamal, the England squad and Agony Abs tackles a chilling turf war over a fridge's ice dispenser. If you want to submit an Agony Ab to the podcast - hit the link belowhttps://docs.google.com/forms/d/1rAKDST4HU_8al_aWpOlys3TRJrWvDV-84piVdlOOjU4/edit Zoe Ball in the Afternoon, weekdays from 1pm,…

Welcome back to a special Ask Me Anything edition of The Therapy Crouch! This week, Abbey, Peter, and Gaz are recording in style from London’s Corinthia Hotel. The gang kick things off with a debate over spa days, why Abbey would rather see the coving guy than go on date night, hungover spooning styles, and an awkward run-in with Frank Skinner. Then it’s straight into listener dilemmas: Pete faces an impossible round of "Marry, Shag, Avoid", the group build a playlist out of their own names, and a listener writes in with a massive family feud over naming their baby after a grandparent "Mildred". Plus, Abbey and Pete put £1,000 on the line for charity in a heated VAR playback bet! 00:00 Welcome to the Corinthia Hotel AMA! 01:09 Date Night Rejections & Abbey’s Coving Obsession 03:24 Ice Cube Snobs & Weekly Whines 05:04 The Spooning Debate: Jetpack Joe & Mountain Bikes 07:22 Frank Skinner Encounters & Awkward Stare-Offs 09:47 Listener Question: Marry, Shag, Avoid 13:28 The Alphabet Name Music Game (Prince, Phil…

Welcome back to a very special episode of The Therapy Crouch! This week, Abbey and Peter are joined by the iconic Coleen and Wayne Rooney! From growing up together in Liverpool and navigating massive media storms as teenagers, to raising four football-mad boys and filming their brand-new Disney+ series The Real Rooneys, Wayne and Coleen hold nothing back. Wayne opens up about the emotional wobble of stepping away from management, why he snubbed Washington DC (and stole Pete’s transfer!), and getting lost in disguise at Glastonbury. Plus, childhood secrets are revealed, including the time Wayne threw a McDonald's milkshake at Abbey and the gang help a listener facing a safeguarding crisis over a rogue nursery game of "The Shabba"! 00:32 Intro & Filming the Family Show: Adjusting to cameras in the house 03:52 Growing Up in the Spotlight: Dealing with early fame at 16 05:08 Kai's GCSE Results & Testing His Spanish on Taxi Drivers 07:30 Diabolical Noughties Press & Framed Tabloid Headlines 09:03 Wayne's Career…

This week, Abbey, Peter, and Gaz are tackling your wildest listener dilemmas and questions! From Gaz’s terrifying sleep paralysis and Abbey's bizarre tap water theories to whether you can ever forgive a best friend using you as an affair cover-up, nothing is off the table. Plus, Abbey and Pete weigh in on the ultimate wedding sin: What to do when your mother-in-law buys a white dress for your big day. Submit your questions for the next AMA here! https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1Mv3i0N5Jm1Kkjvd4iUkpJEV1_Tisgq58siorNb9zS0/viewform?edit_requested=true 00:00 Welcome to the Therapy Crouch AMA! 00:45 Gaz’s Sleep Paralysis & Pete’s Hormone Theories 04:20 Pete & Abbey’s Sleeping Habits 07:35 Weekly Whines: Pete’s England vs Spain Tickets 09:59 Question 1: Mother-in-Law Wearing White to the Wedding?! 12:00 Ivory, Rhino Horns & Keratin Debate 14:24 Listener Love: Coping with Separation Anxiety 16:55 Question 2: Breaking Up with a Friend After Affair Cover-Up 20:06 Question 3: Scoring a Sunday League Worldie with No…

On today’s episode of The Therapy Crouch, Abbey and Peter are exhausted, voice-less, and straight back from the wedding of the century in Mallorca for Abbey’s sister Elle and Scott! Pete makes the dangerous admission that it might have been better than their own wedding, before breaking down how the entire UK airspace shutdown almost left the groom without a suit! In this week’s listener dilemmas, we hear about child-free wedding rules being broken by feral nephews, a mortified mum whose six-year-old took her bedside intimates to a park playdate, and a couple living a 10-month lie after spending their Thailand honeymoon fund on a broken boiler. Plus, Pete and Abbey take on the great TV volume war, debate cringe choreographed first dances, and reveal why their own trip to Thailand lasted exactly 24 hours! If you want to submit an Agony Ab to the podcast - hit the link belowhttps://docs.google.com/forms/d/1rAKDST4HU_8al_aWpOlys3TRJrWvDV-84piVdlOOjU4/edit 00:00 – Intro & Recapping the Mallorca Wedding 05:25 –…

On today’s episode of The Therapy Crouch, Abbey and Peter are back in the barn diving into another chaotic Ask Me Anything! The episode kicks off with Pete and Abbey sharing wedding panic as Jack demands a Phil Foden zigzag buzz cut with Wayfarers for his tux, and Pete revealing his romantic, candle-lit Ibiza proposal while Abbey sat in wet hair and pyjamas! In this week’s listener questions, a listener is left spiralling after her boyfriend muttered "I love you" for the first time completely asleep in bed, sparking a fierce debate between Pete and Abbey on whether unconscious confessions count, saying the L-word on Day Three, and Abbey's unromantic text blunder: "I love you" VS "I'm at the gate!" Plus, Pete and Abbey continue the debate whether getting older means all the "firsts" in life are done, Abbey claims her crown as the household kissing expert, and the guys react in absolute horror to the viral "Up The Fulham" audio craze! Submit your AMA’s here!…

In this episode, Kate breaks down the silent warning signs that a relationship is in trouble, whether staying together "just for the kids" actually works, and how couples can navigate difficult separations and co-parenting without descending into total warfare. Plus, Pete and Abbey quiz Kate on prenups, the biggest financial mistakes people make when separating, how to tell the difference between a normal rough patch and the end of the road, and what it takes to rebuild your life after divorce! Warning: This episode discusses mental health and suicide. Submit your AMA’s here! https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1Mv3i0N5Jm1Kkjvd4iUkpJEV1_Tisgq58siorNb9zS0/viewform?edit_requested=true 00:00 Introduction & Bizarre Divorce Facts 06:13 Introducing Kate Daly & What Is Amicable? 11:15 Talking Money & Abbey on Dating a Footballer 17:50 Common-Law Myths & High-Stakes Divorce Stories 24:15 Prenups, Postnups & Fixing the Legal System 31:18 Taking the Legal Establishment to Court 38:21 Child Custody & Shared Parenting…

On today’s episode of The Therapy Crouch, Abbey and Peter are back diving into another lawless Ask Me Anything! The episode kicks off with Pete getting the ick from Abbey’s 12-point turns, Pete repeating his drunken podcast ideas are “bang on trend,” and Abbey revealing why her new dressing room is officially the house airing cupboard! In this week’s listener questions, we hear about an awkward household blunder when adult toys end up in the general admin "man drawer" right next to the Sellotape and spare batteries, prompting Abbey to share her own mortifying car charger mix-up in front of her brother John. Another listener writes in with an unhinged wedding dilemma after a bride’s ex-boyfriend shows up uninvited and sits quietly at the back of the church! Plus, Pete gets the green light for his dream backyard golf hole, Abbey’s pre-wedding frantic rush, and the ultimate morning school run debate over who deserves a medal! Submit your AMA’s here!…

Wedding Chaos! Elle & Scott Talk Dress Disasters, Cheating Scandals & Nashville Hen Drama!On today’s episode of The Therapy Crouch, Peter and Abbey are joined by special guests Elle and Scott as they enter the final chaotic countdown to their big day! Scott and Elle reveal the madness behind planning the ultimate wedding, from last-minute videographer cancellations to an emergency bridesmaid dress disaster rescued at the eleventh hour by creative genius Mikey. We also dive into Elle’s wild Nashville hen do, complete with Scott’s face plastered across the bars and on random locals! In the Agony Abs, the gang tackle explosive wedding dilemmas: what do you do when your partner insists on inviting his ex of six years because she’s "part of the family"? And how do you survive a best man with zero internal filter who’s threatening to air your wildest secrets to your nan over dessert? Plus, Scott shares an insane story of an Irish bride who exposed her cheating groom on the big screen in front of all their guests!…

On today’s episode of The Therapy Crouch, Abbey and Peter are back diving into another chaotic Ask Me Anything! The episode kicks off with Abbey and Pete debating chin filler versus Peter's heart-shaped head, and scheming to launch Jordan onto the dating scene as the pod's ultimate eligible bachelor! In this week’s listener questions, we hear from someone who has been brutally frozen out by her long-term friendship group simply for getting a boyfriend, prompting Abbey to share her own painful experience of getting cut off by a mate. Another listener is left questioning everything after discovering her fiancé's "perfect" proposal speech was actually test-run and quality-controlled by his ex! Plus, we discuss the ultimate intimacy buzzkills, from Kermit the Frog to Postman Pat popping up on shuffle and what happens when you try too hard to be a good Samaritan! Submit your AMA’s here! https:// docs.google.com/ forms/d/ 1Mv3i0N5Jm1Kkjvd4iUkpJEV1_Tisgq58s iorNb9zS0/viewform? edit_requested=true 00:00 Introduction…

On today’s episode of The Therapy Crouch, Abbey is fresh back from a wild hen do in Nashville and Pete is holding down the fort as the pair broadcast straight from a cosy stolen barn! Abbey reveals the harsh truth about Nashville (including the complete lack of real cowboys), wild line dancing classes, and why Alfie was left completely traumatised by the trip. Meanwhile, Pete has grand architectural plans to turn their new driveway into "PC Sawgrass"—much to Abbey’s horror. In the Agony Abs, we help a listener who is worried about her overwhelming attraction to older football managers, hear a pitch from a Leeds lad looking for love, and tackle a dilemma about wildly mismatched bedroom stamina! Plus, Abbey shares her top tactical tips on how to secretly fake drink at a wedding when you’re newly pregnant. If you want to submit an Agony Ab to the podcast - hit the link below:https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1rAKDST4HU_8al_aWpOlys3TRJrWvDV-84piVdlOOjU4/edit 00:00 Welcome to the Barn & Abbey Returns From Nashville…

On today’s episode of The Therapy Crouch, Abbey and Peter are back answering more of your Ask Me Anythings, and this week things get VERY personal as the pair tackle bedroom confidence, dirty talk and whether getting into the best shape of your life can actually cause problems in your relationship. After one listener reveals her newly ripped husband suddenly wants all the lights on in the bedroom, Abbey and Peter debate body confidence before the conversation somehow ends up with rotating beds, sex tapes and a revelation from the Crouches that catches everyone slightly off guard! We also hear from a listener whose request for a little more communication in the bedroom spectacularly backfires when her boyfriend starts delivering some of the least seductive lines imaginable. Abbey reveals the one word she could NEVER cope with Peter saying, while Pete attempts to offer some bedroom advice of his own. Elsewhere, a new Therapy Crouch superfan gets banned from listening to the podcast in public, Abbey and Peter…

On today’s episode of The Therapy Crouch, Abbey and Peter are back with plenty to catch up on as Abbey prepares to head off to Nashville for her sister’s hen do — complete with themed outfits, tattoos, line dancing and a cowboy strip show that Peter is less than thrilled about! The pair also reveal how their romantic trip away somehow turned into six hours looking at tiles, including a £1.7 million bath, before reflecting on how much their weekends have changed over the years and why they’re perfectly happy growing into “boring bastards” together. Elsewhere, Peter reveals the brilliant mistake made on the shirt he wore when he scored his first England goal, the pair debate whether clapping when a plane lands should ever be acceptable, and Abbey questions why men can remember a golf trip months in advance but somehow forget the plans they’ve made with their wives. In the Agony Abs, Abbey and Peter talk finding love later in life and why turning 40 or 50 certainly doesn’t mean the fun has to stop. We also hear…

On today’s episode of The Therapy Crouch, Abbey and Peter are joined once again by Abbey’s best friend Liberty, who is putting the pair through their paces with the ultimate wine tasting! Armed with bottles ranging from brilliant £9 bargains to alternatives for wines that can cost hundreds of pounds, Liberty attempts to teach Abbey and Pete everything they need to know about choosing a good bottle, pairing wine with food and, most importantly, how to look like you know what you’re doing when the sommelier comes over. The gang discover why cheese can completely change the taste of champagne, whether expensive wine glasses actually make a difference and the sneaky trick that can make your £9 bottle look considerably more impressive when you have guests round. Liberty also reveals why you shouldn’t always go for the biggest name on the wine list and why a great bottle doesn’t necessarily need to cost a fortune. Things inevitably become slightly less educational as the tasting continues, with Pete forgetting one…

On today’s episode of The Therapy Crouch, Abbey and Peter are joined by one of Abbey’s oldest and closest friends, Liberty, for an episode packed with stories from their years of friendship, celebrity encounters and more than a few questionable decisions. Liberty reveals how she first met Abbey during her modelling days and recalls being caught in the middle of one of Abbey and Pete’s biggest arguments just before the birth of Jack – including the moment Abbey decided Pete was no longer invited to the hospital! We also hear the incredible story of how Liberty and her husband discovered a young Ed Sheeran, who promptly moved onto their sofa and seemingly refused to leave, as well as Liberty’s years styling some of his biggest music videos. And if that wasn’t enough name-dropping, Liberty reveals the extraordinary encounter at a Cannes party that left her being told she was “too ugly” to be in the presence of Leonardo DiCaprio – and how she got her revenge years later. Abbey and Liberty also look back at their…

On today’s episode of The Therapy Crouch, love, chaos, and a brand-new family member are on the podcast as Abbey, Peter, and Kaz catch up on all things life! Peter shares his newfound passion for cold-water swimming (and the VERY painful side effects of freezing sea dips), while Abbey introduces us to Coco, the newest four-legged addition to the Crouch household—much to Peter's complete lack of control! We also hear your hilarious Ask Us Anything submissions, including a listener who is at breaking point over her partner’s endless "livin' the dream" catchphrase, and a full-on airport meltdown after a last-minute holiday booking goes off the rails. In our wedding dilemma, we help an anonymous listener figure out how to choose a Maid of Honour without causing total friendship warfare! Submit your AMA’s here! - https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1Mv3i0N5Jm1Kkjvd4iUkpJEV1_Tisgq58siorNb9zS0/viewform?edit_requested=true 00:00 Introduction & Sickness Chat 01:31 Health Kick & Cold Sea Swims 04:33 Man to Man Cold Water…

On today’s episode of The Therapy Crouch, Abbey and Peter are back with updates on their chaotic house renovations, new family additions, and an eye-watering trip to a local farm shop that left them £116 lighter for just four steaks! We tackle a tough Agony Ab from a coach-side parent whose young lad is struggling with confidence on the football pitch, while Abbey reveals her "win or go home" sideline mentality. Things get nostalgic as we debate old-school Teletext holidays, MSN Messenger, and collecting Panini football cards versus Football Ultimate Team. In the Agony Abs, we dive into a super controversial workplace love triangle featuring an "invisible string" affair, where Abbey and Pete don't hold back their thoughts! Plus, we explore sentimental keepsakes, cry-worthy stories, and announce the grand return of Therapy Crouch Matchmaking! If you want to submit an Agony Ab to the podcast - hit the link below: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1rAKDST4HU_8al_aWpOlys3TRJrWvDV-84piVdlOOjU4/edit 00:00…

On today’s episode of The Therapy Crouch, Abbey and Peter are back as they dive straight into some hilarious home wardrobe malfunctions, missing underwear mysteries, and getting back on the health wagon. Peter reveals why he's ditching the tight Calvins, and the pair debate the age-old question: what makes a glute truly solid? In the Agony Abs, we tackle a sticky bridesmaid situation where a listener is being asked to pay for everything, and a best man facing an ultimate dilemma after a wild night involving a traffic cone in Prague! Plus, in a workplace AMA, we try to solve a full-blown Secret Santa mystery featuring a can of Lynx Africa and a furious boss! If you want to submit an Agony Ab to the podcast - hit the link below https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1rAKDST4HU_8al_aWpOlys3TRJrWvDV-84piVdlOOjU4/edit 00:00 Introduction 03:07 The Great Underwear Mystery 05:51 Getting On The Health Wagon 09:28 Bridesmaid Fees Breakdown 13:17 The Prague Traffic Cone Incident 16:17 AMA: The Lynx Africa Secret Santa Scandal…

On today’s episode of The Therapy Crouch, Abbey and Pete are back in the UK—squatting in their own garage amidst full-blown house renovation chaos! The sun is shining, the garden veg is thriving, but Pete’s weekly whine is off to a rocky start thanks to hay fever, pond-side seating, and heatwaves. Pete opens up about getting stitched up in the Hamptons when he traded doing his famous robot dance for making Abbey sing Lady Gaga’s Shallow completely sober in front of 200 people! Meanwhile, the guys discuss restaurant etiquette—specifically, whether you’ve ever had the guts to send a bottle of wine back after a sommelier incident involving sulfur notes and raw cabbage. In this week's Weekly Whines, we hear from a listener worried he’s turning "too femme" for his wife after getting the ICK for sunbathing face down, ordering a 'Pink Innocence' mocktail in a massive fishbowl, and getting heavily into yoga and meditation. Plus, Abbey and Pete kick off their epic 90s vs 2020s Nostalgia Battle! From Panda Pops vs…

On today's AMA episode of The Therapy Crouch, Abbey and Peter are back answering your questions, and as always, the conversation heads in some very unexpected directions. From Peter looking back on his experience at the World Cup Final and the chaos of the half-time show, to a chat about celebrity encounters, family life and some surprisingly competitive households, there's plenty of laughs along the way. The pair also dive into your questions on AI, whether technology is making life easier or a little bit scarier, before somehow ending up discussing relationships, keeping the spark alive and some very questionable bedroom advice. As always, nothing is off limits in this week's AMA, with honest opinions, ridiculous stories and plenty of classic Therapy Crouch chaos. If you'd like to submit a question for a future AMA, hit the link below. https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1rAKDST4HU_8al_aWpOlys3TRJrWvDV-84piVdlOOjU4/edit #AD - If AutoSergei took care of your life admin and handed you back a whole day of…

On today’s episode of The Therapy Crouch, Abbey and Peter are joined for another hilarious chat as they dive into the emotional rollercoaster of parenting, from the kids' dramatic new haircuts to realising they're picking up more Scouse than ever before. The gang also discuss bizarre sleep talking, Peter opens up about dealing with nasal polyps during his football career, and the surprising realities of being best man at a wedding. Later on, the conversation turns to smart homes, whether technology is making family life easier or harder, and the culture shocks of travelling around America, from enormous food portions to tipping etiquette. As always, there's plenty of laughs, relatable parenting moments and honest conversations along the way. If you want to submit an Agony Ab to the podcast - hit the link below https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1rAKDST4HU_8al_aWpOlys3TRJrWvDV-84piVdlOOjU4/edit 00:00 Introduction 02:20 The Kids' New Haircuts 10:50 They've Gone Full Scouse 17:00 Sleep Talking Confessions 18:15…

On today's episode of The Therapy Crouch, Abbey and Peter are back in New York for another chaotic Ask Me Anything, and this week's questions spark conversations that go absolutely everywhere. The pair kick things off by joking about being reunited after travelling, with Abbey admitting she's officially decided she can't cope with single parenting, while Peter cheekily negotiates a "week on, week off" arrangement. One listener asks Abbey for advice ahead of giving birth, leading to an honest chat about their own labour experiences, planned inductions, epidurals and the one thing Peter kept doing that drove Abbey absolutely mad while she was stuck in hospital. Peter also attempts to explain oxytocin... with predictably disastrous results. Elsewhere, the pair react to one of the funniest listener confessions yet, involving a very drunk son, the wrong bedroom and an unforgettable wake-up call that had everyone in stitches. Plus, Abbey and Peter weigh in on whether having loads of mirrors in your bedroom is a…

On today's episode of The Therapy Crouch, Abbey and Peter are FINALLY back together — this time recording from the middle of New York City after weeks apart — but the reunion gets off to an unforgettable start. Abbey reveals the nightmare journey that almost stopped her family from making it to the US after an ESTA mistake at the airport. Things only get worse when Sophia accidentally says the one word you should never mention to American immigration officers, whilst an abandoned suitcase causes panic in passport control, their driver gives up and leaves without them, and Abbey ends up in tears after one disaster after another. Meanwhile, Peter shares what it was like returning to the England camp during the World Cup to receive his Legacy Cap from Harry Kane, while the pair compare life in Portugal and New York, discuss why Americans might just be the friendliest people in the world, and debate whether Gas has picked up a suspicious new accent. Elsewhere, a listener uncovers a bizarre Peter Crouch football…

This week we’re bringing you a little compilation of some of our favourite moments from Summer 2026 - all during Abbey & Peter’s family holiday to Portugal! Stay tuned as we’ll be back soon with your regular Therapy Crouch shenanigans… If you want to submit an Agony Ab to the podcast - hit the link below: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1rAKD... Episodes included: You Had Fun: Now You’re In Trouble… Relationship Truths Get REAL https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zQXcITXFeSw Abbey Calls Out Peter’s Non-Stop Holiday Behaviour In Portugal! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qfxR78w6QoU World’s Worst Job_ ‘I couldn’t got the toilet for THREE DAYS!!’ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pENZHKXhnMk Conspiracy Theories Get WEIRD! Flat Earths, AI Takeovers and Robot Birds! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=B7PxDjJeD9g Peter Gets DESTROYED By Pensioners! Abbey Exposes His Portugal Tennis Disaster https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KEhTgxrWgDM “You Can Shove Your Puppies…” Portugal AMA Gets Wild!…

On today's episode of The Therapy Crouch, Peter gives a brief update on the status on the show as England continue to proudly march on into the semi-finals of the FIFA World Cup 2026! Sadly this means no therapy this week... sorry fans! We'll see you next Tuesday! (And as a thank-you for your patience, a greatest hits episode will be wheeling it's way to you shortly!) If you want to submit an Agony Ab or Ask Me Anything question to the podcast, hit the link below: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1rAKD Email: thetherapycrouch@gmail.com Instagram:  / thetherapycrouchpodcast TikTok:  / thetherapycrouch Website:https://thetherapycrouch.com/ For more from Peter  / petercrouch For more from Abbey  / abbeyclancy Our clips channel  / @thetherapycrouch-clipsch-om9dy Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On today's episode of The Therapy Crouch, Abbey and Peter are back for another Ask Me Anything, still separated by thousands of miles with Peter in LA covering the World Cup and Abbey holding the fort in Portugal. The pair catch up on just how much they're missing each other, reveal when they'll finally be reunited, and answer the question everyone keeps asking about whether Portugal is now officially home. Abbey also shares the latest update on her rescue kittens, including her slightly unconventional attempt at communicating with their mum by learning "cat language"… much to Peter's amusement. Meanwhile, Peter recounts one of the most ridiculous American food challenges he's ever seen, involving a giant sandwich, a professional eater and a technique that genuinely turns his stomach. Elsewhere, the pair offer advice to one listener struggling to make friends in their twenties, discuss whether friendships naturally become easier later in life, and explain why men and women approach making plans so…

On today's episode of The Therapy Crouch, Peter and Abbey are back together from opposite sides of the world, with Pete still in Los Angeles covering the Club World Cup while Abbey holds down the fort in Portugal... and it's fair to say long distance is still bringing plenty of chaos. The pair kick things off by catching up after time apart, with Peter showing off his questionable LA haircut before the conversation quickly spirals into expensive celebrity barbers, World Cup stories and Abbey receiving an unexpected history lesson on Maradona's infamous "Hand of God". Elsewhere, Abbey opens up about a brand new parenting challenge as the couple navigate life with a 15-year-old daughter and the reality of teenage boys beginning to appear on the scene. They also tackle one listener's noisy partner, another whose role play was completely derailed by an overly committed builder delivering a full loft conversion quote, and revisit the legendary "lingerie crab" story after the couple write back with a surprising…

On today's episode of The Therapy Crouch, Peter and Abbey are back for another Ask Me Anything, still navigating long distance with Pete in LA and Abbey in Portugal, and the chaos starts almost immediately... The pair kick things off with a debate about breaking news alerts, why the news is always so depressing, and whether the world desperately needs a "good news" channel instead. They then dive into a listener dilemma about moving out to the countryside, discussing teenage independence, parenting guilt and why neither of them would let their own kids walk anywhere alone these days. Elsewhere, Peter and Abbey take a nostalgic trip back through their favourite childhood games, with Peter somehow admitting he left Abbey lying injured during a family game because he had to get back to the tree first! There's also a hilarious discussion about celebrity hall passes after one listener accidentally named Abbey as his, before Peter and Abbey reveal their own celebrity crushes and debate whether hall passes should…

On today's episode of The Therapy Crouch, Peter is back in LA while Abbey holds down the fort in Portugal, and long-distance life is proving just as chaotic as ever. The pair kick things off by catching up across the time difference, with Pete walking into a house where everyone is ill while Abbey gives a dramatic update on her ever-growing cat family. What started as rescuing a few kittens has turned into full-blown Tiger King territory, complete with surprise attacks and daily battles just to clean their eyes. Elsewhere, Peter reveals his biggest long-distance frustration, why time zones should be abolished forever, and the couple laugh about the strange ways they've celebrated birthdays and even delayed Christmas together when life got in the way. There's also a brilliant listener debate about whether "I'm just going for one drink" has ever actually meant one drink, before the pair tackle some of the internet's most ridiculous ‘Am I The Asshole’ stories. From a man who demolished an entire four-foot party…

On today’s episode of The Therapy Crouch, Abbey and Peter are back for another Ask Me Anything from Portugal and there is absolutely no shortage of chaos! The pair kick things off by diving into the realities of being reunited after time apart, with Abbey admitting Peter has completely ruined the routine she’d finally managed to get in place while solo parenting. There’s also a fresh long-distance confession from producer Gaz, who reveals he took his girlfriend’s pants to LA for “comfort” only for them to be neatly folded by the housekeeper and left on full display in his room… Elsewhere, Abbey and Peter discuss one listener’s boyfriend who insists on calling a Leeds-to-Manchester relationship “long distance”, whether ugly animals are actually the cutest pets of all, and why Abbey can’t stop rescuing tiny kittens in Portugal. There’s also a truly bizarre internet confession involving a sex act, a shout of “Shabba!” and an Alexa request for Mr Bombastic that completely derails the pod. Plus, Abbey opens up…

On today’s episode of The Therapy Crouch, Abbey and Peter are reunited in Portugal for a Father’s Day special… but as always, things go downhill fast! Abbey reveals she’s somehow ended up fostering a wild cat and five tiny kittens after they were found abandoned in a dumpster, while Peter returns from LA only to be struck down by jet lag & a family vomit bug. Oh, and Gaz suffers one of the most unfortunate sunburn injuries we’ve ever heard on the pod! The pair also tackle some of your Father’s Day dilemmas, from whether homemade cards are ever acceptable as an adult, to the horror of six-minute voice notes from dads who’ve discovered Facebook Marketplace. In the Agony Abs, one listener gets in touch after walking in on her boyfriend wearing her lingerie over a full work suit while performing what can only be described as an interpretive crab dance around the bedroom… and honestly, it might be one of the most chaotic emails we’ve ever had! Elsewhere, there’s more pelvic floor follow-up, Abbey and Peter debate…

On today’s episode of The Therapy Crouch, Abbey and Peter attempt another long-distance podcast recording... and quickly realise just how difficult it is to be apart. After a chaotic start filled with technical disasters, Peter opens up about life at the World Cup, meeting internet superstar IShowSpeed, and why being away from home is proving tougher than expected. Meanwhile, Abbey has fully embraced life in Portugal, from horse riding on the beach to becoming the ultimate football mum. The couple discuss whether they’re any good at long distance, Peter’s frustrations with communication while he’s away, and why they both agree being apart simply doesn’t suit them. Plus, listener emails spark conversations about celebrity lookalikes, bizarre relationship situations, modern dating dilemmas and one particularly awkward bedroom problem that leaves Abbey and Peter struggling to keep a straight face. 00:00 Long Distance Recording Chaos03:00 Abbey Offers Peter A Makeover06:15 Life In Portugal & World Cup…

On today’s episode of The Therapy Crouch, Abbey and Peter are back for another Ask Me Anything episode and things quickly take a surprisingly therapeutic turn. The pair tackle everything from moving across the world and starting over in Los Angeles, to the relationship habits that secretly drive people mad. There’s a heated debate over butter etiquette, cheese board rules and Peter’s definitive ranking of bottled water, before the conversation shifts into some genuinely heartfelt advice for a listener considering leaving behind friends, family and a successful career for a brand new life abroad. We also hear about a listener whose boyfriend can’t fall asleep without listening to The Therapy Crouch, discuss why Peter thinks LA is completely different from what he expected, and settle the age-old question of whether Abbey could beat Peter at any physical activity. 00:00 Introduction & AMA Begins 01:48 Running, Relaxation & Meditation Debate 05:04 Peter’s Water Rankings & Bottled Water Controversy 07:24 The…

On today’s episode of The Therapy Crouch, Abbey and Peter are back for another AMA episode as they answer your dilemmas, share some hilarious stories and dish out their brutally honest advice. The gang kick things off by talking about spending time apart for the first time in a while before a conversation about restaurant etiquette and customer service spirals into a rant about supermarket managers, jangling keychains and the ultimate "jobsworth" behaviour. We also hear one of Abbey's most awkward holiday stories ever as an innocent dinner invitation takes a very unexpected turn, leaving her too nervous to tell Peter what had actually happened until much later. Also, Abbey and Peter help a listener who told someone they loved them only to have the feeling go unreturned, discussing heartbreak, rejection and why sometimes walking away is the healthiest option. We also tackle a bedroom dilemma from a listener looking to spice things up in his relationship, leading to one of the funniest and most chaotic…

Welcome back to The Therapy Crouch! We’re in the middle of a house move, a country move, and apparently, Pete is starting his new life as a full-time farmer. In today’s episode, Abbey recounts what can only be described as the most traumatic parking incident in Everyman Cinema history. Let’s just say a 16-year-old staff member and a "barricade" of cars left her in actual tears. Meanwhile, Pete has bypassed the butcher and come home with live Koi Carp and a brood of ducklings. We introduce you to Bob, Pip, and the rest of the gang—plus, we dive into your "Weekly Whines," including a bottomless brunch disaster and a fan confession that proves Pete’s "accidental sex appeal" is still going strong. If you want to submit an Agony Ab to the podcast - hit the link below https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1rAKDST4HU_8al_aWpOlys3TRJrWvDV-84piVdlOOjU4/edit 00:00 – The long-distance relationship struggle begins 02:00 – Dream home or logistical nightmare? 0 04:52 – Abbey’s Weekly Whine: The Everyman Cinema Barricade 🚗 07:40…

On today’s episode of The Therapy Crouch, Abbey and Peter are back in Portugal for another AMA and things quickly descend into chaos as they discuss the little things that seem to annoy them more and more with age. Peter shares his surprising obsession with supermarket trolleys while Abbey reveals the birthday party booking experience that left both of them completely baffled. The pair debate why some people seem determined to make life difficult for everyone around them, from awkward customer service encounters to airport staff who appear to enjoy saying no. We also answer more of your AMA questions, including which football legends Abbey would love to have on the podcast, the footballers and managers she'd most like to interview, and Peter’s thoughts on some of the biggest names in the game. In the Agony Abs, we hear from a listener whose attempt to spice up a long-distance relationship went spectacularly wrong after sending an extremely personal voice note to completely the wrong person. Plus, Abbey and…

On today's episode of The Therapy Crouch, Abbey is completely consumed by the house of her dreams as she reveals how a 15-year search has finally come to an end and why decorating it has become an all-consuming obsession. Peter also shares the story of a recent speaking event where he discovered not everyone is his biggest fan, leading to a hilarious conversation about criticism, internet comments and being judged by people you've never even met. The gang then get stuck into the world of stag dos, debating what actually makes the perfect lads' trip and whether some traditions should finally be left in the past. In the Agony Abs, one listener is left fuming after her boyfriend returns from a stag do and proudly reveals exactly what went on during a trip to a strip club, sparking a huge discussion around trust, honesty and relationship boundaries. We also hear from a new mum whose partner walked away shortly after the birth of their baby, leading to some of Abbey's strongest advice yet on parenthood,…

On today’s Ask Me Anything episode of The Therapy Crouch, Abbey and Peter are still living their best lives in Portugal as they answer your most random, chaotic and hilarious questions yet. Peter reveals his bizarre talent for recognising footballers from just their forehead, the gang debate whether digestive biscuits have got thinner over the years and Abbey shares the household tasks she absolutely refuses to do. The conversation quickly spirals into dream movie roles, awkward running styles, questionable farming smells and whether being called “Daddy” in bed really does increase testosterone levels by 300%. There’s also chat about Arctic Monkeys, celebrity acting ambitions, animal births, podcast life behind the scenes and why Abbey would rather play a crackhead than a glamorous role. If you want to submit an Ask Me Anything question to the podcast - hit the link below https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1rAKDST4HU_8al_aWpOlys3TRJrWvDV-84piVdlOOjU4/edit 00:00 Introduction 01:10 Peter’s Weird Football…

On today’s episode of The Therapy Crouch, Abbey and Peter are back in Portugal and things descend into chaos almost immediately as Pete gets called out for his bizarre podcast habits, the couple debate whether men dress like toddlers on holiday and Abbey relives her iconic school lunch era involving giant sandwiches, wham bars and borrowing 20p from classmates for dinner. The Agony Abs are particularly unhinged this week as the team discuss whether a grown man letting his mum trim his toenails is the ultimate relationship ick, before tackling a wedding guest dilemma involving cheating, exes and potential reception carnage. Pete also reveals his strict “no dickhead policy” for weddings and why some guests simply have to go. There’s also a surprise guest appearance that completely changes the mood of the podcast and leaves the whole room unexpectedly relaxed. The gang chat stress, burnout, sleep struggles and why certain voices instantly calm you down… while others do the exact opposite. Plus, football flight…

On today’s Ask Me Anything episode of The Therapy Crouch, Abbey and Peter are back in Portugal answering your dilemmas and diving into absolute chaos from start to finish. From debating whether three dogs is officially too many, to navigating awkward step-parenting moments and hilarious regional slang debates, this episode has a bit of everything. The pair also open up about family life and the emotional reality of living far away from parents as one listener asks for advice about moving abroad and missing home. Abbey shares why she’d never cope with the kids leaving home while Peter reveals the lockdown-style family traditions he’d bring back in a heartbeat. Elsewhere, the GCSE debate returns as listeners question whether Abbey really got the grades she claims, leading to a full-on interrogation from Peter and the team... Are we saying foul play? There’s also audiobook confessions, freezing cold Portugal weather complaints, and a lot of discussion about “freezies”, “ice pops” and “lolly ice” that completely…

On today’s episode of The Therapy Crouch, Abbey and Peter are still living their best lives in Portugal… although Pete’s ego may have taken a slight battering after a disastrous mixed doubles tennis tournament against a group of senior citizens who absolutely wiped the floor with him. Abbey wastes no time exposing exactly what went wrong, including Pete’s “respectful” approach that spectacularly backfired. The couple also dive into one of the biggest causes of relationship tension — diary planning. From golf days and family logistics to who really controls the calendar at home, Abbey explains why every single plan now has to go through Claire before marital chaos erupts. Plus, the gang discuss relationship “icks”, going upstairs two at a time, hobbies couples should definitely keep separate, and whether Oasis officially counts as “Dad Rock”. Elsewhere, Abbey reveals her surprising obsession with David Beckham’s vegetable garden and chickens, Peter reminisces about Oasis nostalgia and Desert Island albums,…

On today’s episode of The Therapy Crouch, Pete is flying solo for a special AMA throwback as he revisits some of the funniest, weirdest and most chaotic moments from old episodes of the podcast. With Abbey away volunteering at an animal shelter (genuinely), Pete dives into a handpicked selection of listener questions that completely derailed the pod over the years. We hear the infamous debate over whether it’s “Shaba” or “Shava”, a surprisingly deep conversation about losing memories, and one listener’s dilemma about open relationships that sparks absolute carnage in the studio. Pete also looks back on romantic getaway recommendations, cowboy fantasy holidays, and one brutal question that forces him to choose between golf… and Abbey. As always, the AMA questions are carrying the podcast once again and Pete admits looking back at the old clips genuinely had him crying laughing. 00:00 Solo AMA Begins 00:35 Pete Revisits Old Podcast Clips 01:28 The Brutal Memory Loss Question 03:04 “Shaba” vs “Shava” Debate…

On today’s episode of The Therapy Crouch, the Portugal adventures continue as Abbey and Peter settle into holiday life with VERY mixed results. Peter gives us the dramatic rundown after suffering a painful defeat on the tennis court while Abbey reveals she’s been volunteering at an incredible animal rescue centre in the Algarve and may have fallen in love with another dog… again. Elsewhere, Pete finally gets his hands on Abbey’s GCSE certificates after years of doubting her straight A claims, but is he convinced they’re actually real?! We also dive into some absolutely bizarre conspiracy theories involving Flat Earth believers, robot birds, AI taking over the world and whether Bill Gates is secretly behind EVERYTHING. In the Agony Abs, we hear from a listener whose mother-in-law keeps secretly rearranging her house and another who’s completely horrified by her husband’s “helicopter” habits after showering… If you want to submit an Agony Ab to the podcast - hit the link below…