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  1. “They Didn’t Want It!” - Insight Into Macclesfield’s FA Cup Miracle & January Transfer Sagas

    4H AGO

    “They Didn’t Want It!” - Insight Into Macclesfield’s FA Cup Miracle & January Transfer Sagas

    On this week’s episode of the Peter Crouch Podcast, Pete, Sids, and Chris dive headfirst into the magic — and madness — of the FA Cup. Fresh off an unforgettable third round, the lads break down one of the greatest underdog stories you’ll ever hear, as non-league Macclesfield stun Crystal Palace and remind everyone why this competition still matters. Crouchy opens up about why these moments genuinely move him, sharing his love for the underdog and why football stories like this never lose their power. We hear firsthand from FA Cup hero Sam Heathcote — a PE teacher by day — as he joins the pod straight from the car en route to his next game, still buzzing from the biggest moment of his life. Elsewhere, the conversation turns darker as the lads unpack the brutal realities of the January transfer window. Sids delivers a painfully honest story about a training-ground moment that changed everything, revealing just how quickly confidence, careers, and clubs can turn… From muddy six-yard boxes to that infamous line — “we won’t stop you” — this episode has it all. FA Cup magic, transfer trauma, darts obsession, Spanish songs, and absolute chaos. This is football in all its glory. 00:00 - Welcome back, energy and settling in 03:42 - Crouchy’s holiday glow and chaotic catch-up 06:40 - Back in the studio and the pod’s evolving setup 09:27 - FA Cup third-round draw reactions 10:16 - The Macclesfield vs Palace shock explained 12:14 - Why non-league FA Cup stories hit harder 14:57 - Calling FA Cup hero Sam Heathcote and teammates live 18:00 - A PE teacher by day, giant-killer by night 21:35 - Was there belief before the upset? 24:00 - The aftermath: celebrations, chaos and reality 26:30 - Coming down from the FA Cup emotional high 29:23 - FA Cup fallout and Tottenham reaction 32:10 - Sidwell’s January transfer experiences 36:54 - The training-ground moment that changed everything 39:06 - “I’ve never felt so degraded” — career crossroads 42:10 - The phrase players fear: “We won’t stop you” 46:30 - Why January transfers mess with your head 47:20 - Paddy Power segment 53:40 - Will the heat affect our World Cup? 58:40 - Final reflections on FA Cup magic and January reality Follow our Clips page https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCLNBLB3xr3LyiyAkhZEtiAA  For more Peter Crouch:  Twitter - https://twitter.com/petercrouch  Therapy Crouch - https://www.youtube.com/@thetherapycrouch  For more Chris Stark  Twitter - https://twitter.com/Chris_Stark Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/chrisstark/ For more Steve Sidwell  Twitter - https://twitter.com/sjsidwell  Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/stevesidwell14  #PeterCrouch #ThatPeterCrouchPodcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    59 min
  2. Gym Guilt, Dry Jan & Unrealistic Resolutions - Why January Is the Most Emotionally INTENSE Month...

    1D AGO

    Gym Guilt, Dry Jan & Unrealistic Resolutions - Why January Is the Most Emotionally INTENSE Month...

    On today’s episode of The Therapy Crouch, Abbey and Peter are back together for the first time since Christmas — and there’s a lot to unpack. From festive wins and forgotten Yorkshire puddings to why January suddenly turns everyone into a life coach, the pair reflect on the emotional hangover that comes after the holidays. They dive into the pressure of New Year expectations, from five-year plans and relationship check-ins to Dry January guilt and gym anxiety. Peter shares stories from a surreal Dubai trip rubbing shoulders with football legends, while Abbey recounts a genuinely horrifying nail injury that landed her in hospital. In the Agony Abs, listeners open up about outgrowing old friendships, feeling emotionally drained by familiar faces, and the shame spiral that comes with January self-improvement attempts. Abbey and Peter offer honest, reassuring advice on letting relationships evolve, easing off unrealistic resolutions, and giving yourself a bit of grace during a heavy month. It’s funny, reflective, occasionally chaotic — and exactly the January reset you didn’t know you needed. 00:00 – Opening chaos, banter and Christmas hangover energy 01:04 – Christmas recap 02:09 – Weekly Wine: forgotten Yorkshire puddings & bean debates 04:27 – Abbey’s Christmas rant: mums doing all the work 06:07 – Listener message: January deep chats and relationship fatigue 08:00 – New Year pressure, five-year plans and “New year, new me” dread 10:07 – Moon landings, Elon Musk and conspiracy detour 12:30 – Mum’s annual January life-audit 15:28 – Dry Jan intentions and realistic resets 21:00 – Dubai trip, sports legends and football name-dropping chaos 26:16 – Abbey’s nail injury horror story in Dubai 31:25 – New Year resolutions, health, longevity and body scans 33:18 – Deep dive: consciousness, death and untapped brain power 42:08 – Agony Abs: outgrowing old friendships 46:25 – Gym guilt, January shame and realistic fitness advice 50:10 – Wrapping up, birthdays and subscribe reminder Email: thetherapycrouch@gmail.com  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thetherapycrouchpodcast TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thetherapycrouch  Website: https://thetherapycrouch.com/  For more from Peter https://twitter.com/petercrouch For more from Abbey https://www.instagram.com/abbeyclancy Our clips channel https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCZntcv96YhN8IvMAKsz4Dbg #TheTherapyCrouch #AbbeyAndPete #RelationshipAdvice #Podcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    49 min
  3. ‘We’ve Gone Global’ Crouchy Passes the Pod to Ronaldo, Iniesta, Cafu and More!

    6D AGO

    ‘We’ve Gone Global’ Crouchy Passes the Pod to Ronaldo, Iniesta, Cafu and More!

    New year, same chaos. Crouchy's dialling in from Dubai, Sid’s gone full flamenco, and Chris is still reeling from missing the greatest night in Ally Pally history. In this episode, the boys catch up post-Christmas and somehow end up covering robot massages, dodgy gift-giving, Sidwell’s ambition to become a Spanish guitar-playing Gypsy King, and whether the pod should launch a residency at Finsbury Park. Crouchy talks us through meeting Ronaldo at the World Sports Summit (yes, that Ronaldo), putting the podcast on the global stage, and why there’s a very real chance we could become PSG’s shirt sponsor. There’s also a very passionate rant about the FA Cup, a long-overdue roasting of Tottenham’s home form, and Chris has an existential breakdown over kids dressing as referees for Christmas. Darts. Destiny. Desmonds. Let’s go." 00:00 – Welcome back: robot hands, bad presents & Sid’s groans 04:30 – Sidwell's musical ambitions: Finsbury Park warm-up act? 05:00 – Crouchy’s Busted moment at the O2 (yes, really) 10:00 – Ronaldo finally meets his hero (kind of) 20:00 – Pod in Paris? Crouchy makes big moves in Dubai 25:00 – “You’ve put us on the world stage” 33:00 – Chris’s extreme darts FOMO 34:00 – Sidwell tips the bar staff: total Ally Pally carnage 38:00 – Darts of Destiny: £5K, nine darts and one Curtis 53:30 – FA Cup fever: Crouchy’s rallying cry 1:07:00 – The game’s gone: kids with VAR screens for Christmas 1:08:30 – Are referees becoming influencers now? 1:10:00 – Ref talk, tights, and a gladiator future 1:42:00 – The annual missionary predictions: Spurs v Villa 1:56:00 – Dubai days & Crouchy’s global glow-up 1:59:00 – Arsenal, Wrexham and third-round mayhem Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    1h 13m
  4. Why Everyone Thinks They’re Good at Bowling & Darts Of Destiny Finale Drama! | New Years Eve Special

    12/31/2025

    Why Everyone Thinks They’re Good at Bowling & Darts Of Destiny Finale Drama! | New Years Eve Special

    On this New Year’s special episode of That Peter Crouch Podcast, Pete, Sids, and Chris kick back with a relaxed end-of-year pod with listener messages, reflections on a huge year, and absolutely no pressure… until bowling enters the conversation. The lads look back on some unforgettable podcast moments, react to thoughtful listener questions about football pressure, injuries, and dressing room dynamics, and share a genuinely moving message about prostate health awareness. Then, in true Crouchy fashion, things take a sharp turn as a simple listener question sparks a full-blown debate about ten-pin bowling. Is a perfect bowling game harder than a hole-in-one? Why does everyone think they’re better at bowling than they actually are? What’s the most embarrassing thing you can do on a bowling date — and when did bowling shoes quietly disappear forever? It’s light-hearted, nostalgic, unexpectedly philosophical, and the perfect way to see in the New Year with the pod. Happy New Year from the lads — and yes, most of the episode really does end up being about bowling.    00:00 - New Year’s Eve pod begins & relaxed holiday vibes 01:02 - Reflecting on podcast highlights from the year 02:05 - Wild journey home stories & “investment opportunities” tease 03:29 - Listener question: are managers hiding injuries? 04:16 - Emotional prostate health message from a listener 05:27 - Can players really fake injuries? Dressing room reality 06:46 - Playing through illness & injections in football 08:10 - Listener sparks the bowling debate: how hard is a perfect game? 09:24 - Is a hole-in-one actually easier than bowling 300? 11:21 - Worst possible bowling behaviour on a date 12:41 - Why getting a strike is still somehow awkward 14:04 - The mystery of bowling shoes disappearing 16:15 - Where do bowling pins actually go? 18:20 - The embarrassment of owning a bowling ball 20:00 - Realising the whole episode became about bowling 20:26 - Happy New Year & Darts of Destiny intro 21:19 - Darts of Destiny finale drama Follow our Clips page https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCLNBLB3xr3LyiyAkhZEtiAA  For more Peter Crouch:  Twitter - https://twitter.com/petercrouch  Therapy Crouch - https://www.youtube.com/@thetherapycrouch  For more Chris Stark  Twitter - https://twitter.com/Chris_Stark Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/chrisstark/ For more Steve Sidwell  Twitter - https://twitter.com/sjsidwell  Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/stevesidwell14  #PeterCrouch #ThatPeterCrouchPodcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    25 min
  5. Best AMA Questions 2025: Sex Schedules & Hotel Confessions

    6D AGO

    Best AMA Questions 2025: Sex Schedules & Hotel Confessions

    On today's episode, we're bringing you an absolute monster Best of Ask Us Anything special - and things get properly wild. Abbey, Pete, and Ross tackle your most outrageous questions from 2025: Sex schedules, dealing with your partner and his nightmare mates, and bedroom boundaries (or lack of) that left everyone speechless. We also revisit our favourite mini games from last year including; How many animals can we name without Abbey noticing, golf guessing games and name that footballer!!  Fair warning: this gets saucy as we cover pegging debates, Ann Summers shopping lists, and post-baby intimacy. But if you've wondered whether you're the only one dealing with this stuff - you're definitely not. TherapyCrouch #PeterCrouch #AbbeyClancy #RelationshipAdvice #AskMeAnything #BestOf2025 #Podcast 0:00 - Intro  3:14 - Fake Olympic Career Exposed 3:52 - Cat Pee Problems & Solutions 6:00 - Should Couples Try Therapy? 8:00 - The Secret Animal Game Revealed 8:47 - Would You Shag a Celebrity? 9:49 - Abby Pronounces Football Names (Hilarious) 11:22 - Peter Crouch Spotted on a Lime Bike in Nice! 13:20 - Pegging Question: Bedroom Boundaries 16:28 - Can You Complain About Your Partner's Friends? 17:33 - Should Couples Schedule Sex? 18:56 - Date Nights vs. Scheduled Intimacy 20:51 - Hotel Getaways: Romance or Pressure? 23:07 - Golf guessing game 27:01 - First Couples Getaway After Baby Anxiety 32:27 - Wrap Up & Final Thoughts To contact us:  Email: thetherapycrouch@gmail.com  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ thetherapycrouchpodcast/  TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/ @thetherapycrouch  Website: https://thetherapycrouch.com/  For more from Peter https://twitter.com/petercrouch For more from Abbey https://www.instagram.com/abbeyclancy Our clips channel https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCZntcv96YhN8IvMAKsz4Dbg Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    33 min
  6. “I Thought I’d Go Out First”: Shona McGarty Opens Up About Anxiety, EastEnders Fame & Jungle Truths

    JAN 6

    “I Thought I’d Go Out First”: Shona McGarty Opens Up About Anxiety, EastEnders Fame & Jungle Truths

    On today’s episode of The Therapy Crouch, Abbey and Peter are joined by the beautiful EastEnders icon and talented singer Shona McGarty - and nothing is off limits. Shona opens up about life after EastEnders, what it’s really like being known as ‘Whitney’ for over 20 years, and why stepping into the jungle was both terrifying and transformational. She talks candidly about anxiety, imposter syndrome and learning how to cope when fear shows up — as well as losing her dignity, surviving on rice and beans, and why she never wants to see a pretzel again. There’s also plenty of laughter as the gang dive into bonk beats, phone-call rage, and the chaos of modern life. Plus, Shona helps tackle an Agony Ab about being too reliable, sharing why saying no is sometimes the most powerful thing you can do. Honest, hilarious and surprisingly emotional — this is one you don’t want to miss. 00:00 – Kicking off 01:02 – Introducing the pod & today’s guest 02:05 – Compliments, affirmations & relationship banter 04:10 – New Year reflections & turning 40 06:00 – Slowing down, being present & personal goals 07:10 – Weekly whines: technology, logins & QR code rage 09:05 – Paper menus & feeling “too old” 11:15 – Phone call anxiety & unannounced callers 13:20 – Oversharing on speakerphone disasters 14:25 – Bringing Shona McGarty into the studio 15:00 – First impressions & life after I’m A Celeb 16:40 – No makeup TV moments & singing confidence 18:20 – Jungle food, hunger & rice trauma 19:50 – Camp friendships & WhatsApp groups 21:10 – Being known as “Whitney” forever 23:00 – Growing up on EastEnders 25:00 – Long days, waiting around & strict schedules 27:00 – Iconic EastEnders cast moments 29:10 – Singing ambitions & future goals 31:00 – Anxiety, medication & coping mechanisms 33:00 – Caffeine withdrawal & jungle headaches 34:40 – Trials, bugs, cockroaches & survival fears 36:20 – Bonk baits, music choices & bedroom pressure 38:50 – Quotes to live by & winning arguments 41:00 – Jungle toilets, dignity loss & weight loss 43:00 – Highlights of the jungle experience 45:00 – What Shona missed most from home 46:40 – Imposter syndrome & fitting in 48:30 – Watching the show back 50:20 – Agony Ab: being “too reliable” at work 53:10 – Learning to say no & setting boundaries 55:20 – Final thoughts, gratitude & wrap-up 57:10 – End of episode & sign-off Email: thetherapycrouch@gmail.com  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thetherapycrouchpodcast TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thetherapycrouch  Website: https://thetherapycrouch.com/  For more from Peter https://twitter.com/petercrouch For more from Abbey https://www.instagram.com/abbeyclancy Our clips channel https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCZntcv96YhN8IvMAKsz4Dbg #TheTherapyCrouch #AbbeyAndPete #RelationshipAdvice #Podcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    56 min
  7. Jermaine Pennant: Football’s Most MISUNDERSTOOD Player? — ADHD Took Me to a UCL Final

    12/17/2025

    Jermaine Pennant: Football’s Most MISUNDERSTOOD Player? — ADHD Took Me to a UCL Final

    On this week’s episode of That Peter Crouch Podcast, Pete, Sids and Chris are joined by a former teammate - with spells at Arsenal, Liverpool, Stoke and Portsmouth (as well as being a long-time friend of the pod!) winger Jermaine Pennant for one of the most honest and equally hilarious conversations the pod has ever had. Jermaine opens up about being labelled “wasted talent”, growing up with zero structure, and how a late ADHD diagnosis finally helped him understand the chaos, impulsive decisions and moments that defined his career. From becoming a £2m teenager at Arsenal to playing in a Champions League final with Liverpool, Pennant reflects on the highs, the lows, and the managers who either got the best out of him — or completely missed the mark. The lads also dig into dressing-room dynamics, the importance of man-management, why Steve Bruce got it right, why Rafa Benítez didn’t, and how football ultimately became Jermaine’s escape from childhood trauma. There are laugh-out-loud stories (including one unforgettable pair of Liverpool boots), emotional moments, and a powerful reminder that success isn’t always as simple as trophies and appearances. Plus, we’ve got darts chaos, Christmas plans, league twists and classic Crouchy tangents. As always — get involved in the comments. 🎯⚽ Chumbawamba  00:00 – Welcome back & Sids’ birthday chaos 02:45 – Four-day celebrations and golf madness 05:12 – Christmas elves, parenting panic & festive pressure 08:01 – Lingerie shopping: why men shouldn’t attempt it 11:04 – Premier League predictions fallout 13:18 – Sunderland sh*thousery & relegation worries 15:42 – Christmas football, darts & festive fancy dress fears 18:28 – Darts of Destiny explained 20:41 – Jermaine Pennant joins the podcast 22:06 – Life after football & media work 24:38 – Pennant opens up on ADHD diagnosis 27:12 – Understanding past mistakes through ADHD 29:44 – Football as an escape from childhood trauma 32:18 – Signing for Arsenal at 15 with zero structure 35:01 – Unreal talent in the Arsenal youth setup 38:22 – Why Pennant thrived when he was playing 41:04 – Steve Bruce vs Rafa Benítez: man-management clash 44:06 – Liverpool dressing room stories & boot chaos 47:12 – Champions League final regrets 50:01 – Turning down Everton to chase Liverpool dream 53:18 – Birmingham relegation & waiting for the big move 56:02 – Why first spells at clubs were always the best 59:14 – What managers misunderstood about Pennant 1:03:22 – Redefining success, legacy & self-acceptance 1:07:48 – Jermaine Pennant wraps up & farewells 1:09:30 – Darts of Destiny challenge begins 1:11:52 – Chris’ pressure & final darts reactions Follow our Clips page https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCLNBLB3xr3LyiyAkhZEtiAA  For more Peter Crouch:  Twitter - https://twitter.com/petercrouch  Therapy Crouch - https://www.youtube.com/@thetherapycrouch  For more Chris Stark  Twitter - https://twitter.com/Chris_Stark Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/chrisstark/ For more Steve Sidwell  Twitter - https://twitter.com/sjsidwell  Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/stevesidwell14  #PeterCrouch #ThatPeterCrouchPodcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    1h 10m
  8. That Christmas Nativity Special: Donkeys, Darts & Angel Di Maria

    12/24/2025

    That Christmas Nativity Special: Donkeys, Darts & Angel Di Maria

    On this week’s Christmas special of That Peter Crouch Podcast, Pete, Sids, and Chris fully embrace the festive spirit — with a twist only football could provide. Forget the traditional nativity, because the lads bring you a football-themed retelling of the Christmas story, featuring familiar faces like Mary Earps, Angel Di Maria, Dean Windass, Peter Schmeichel, and a baby Gabriel Jesus born not in Bethlehem… but firmly in football folklore. With festive jumpers on, beers flowing, and absolutely no attempt to take things seriously, Crouchy leads the lads through a chaotic, laugh-out-loud Christmas tale that somehow manages to celebrate football heritage and the true meaning of Christmas all at once. There’s donkey impressions, questionable accents, proud dad moments, and just enough sentimentality to remind everyone what the season is all about. To round things off, the Darts of Destiny makes its Christmas return, with league points, pressure throws, and big regrets on the line — all in support of a brilliant cause. Merry Christmas from all of us at That Peter Crouch Podcast 🎄⚽ Chumbawamba  00:00 - Festive jumpers, beers & Christmas vibes 01:29 - Christmas Eve traditions & pub confessions 02:50 - “The true meaning of Christmas” football-style 03:32 - Introducing the football Nativity story 03:45 - The Nativity begins: Mary Earps & Joseph Cole 04:15 - Angel Di Maria delivers the big news 05:03 - King Ledley’s decree & the journey begins 05:42 - Dean Windass enters as the donkey 06:33 - No room at the inn… Manuel Neuer says no 07:10 - Peter Schmeichel offers the stable 07:56 - Gabriel Jesus is born in the Nicky Banger 08:35 - Shepherds receive the heavenly announcement 09:17 - The Three Kings arrive with gifts 09:47 - “What Christmas is all about” 10:26 - Proud dad energy & jumper appreciation 12:44 - Darts of Destiny returns Follow our Clips page https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCLNBLB3xr3LyiyAkhZEtiAA  For more Peter Crouch:  Twitter - https://twitter.com/petercrouch  Therapy Crouch - https://www.youtube.com/@thetherapycrouch  For more Chris Stark  Twitter - https://twitter.com/Chris_Stark Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/chrisstark/ For more Steve Sidwell  Twitter - https://twitter.com/sjsidwell  Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/stevesidwell14  #PeterCrouch #ThatPeterCrouchPodcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    13 min
  9. Joe Hart: “Pep Told Me I Was Done” - Training Session Wind Ups, City’s Takeover & Celtic Redemption

    11/19/2025

    Joe Hart: “Pep Told Me I Was Done” - Training Session Wind Ups, City’s Takeover & Celtic Redemption

    On this week’s episode of That Peter Crouch Podcast, the lads sit down with Premier League and England goalkeeping legend Joe Hart for an unbelievably honest, funny and revealing chat about the wildest moments of his career. From the chaotic early days at Manchester City and their takeover era, to the surreal Aguero title-winner scenes, Joe takes us inside the dressing room, the pressure, and the mentality of surviving as a top-level No.1. He opens up on the brutal moment Pep Guardiola told him he wasn’t part of the new City vision, the emotional rollercoaster of being England’s first-choice keeper, and the madness of shooting sessions with Beckham, Rooney, Gerrard, Lampard and Crouchy himself. The lads also go deep on team culture, loans, being replaced, punditry life, and even why goalkeepers should be allowed to wear hats again. And of course, there are stories from the 2010 World Cup dartboard battles, arguments with Declan Rice, and Joe’s new extreme-challenge podcast. Let us know in the comments — what would YOU have done in Joe’s position when Pep arrived? Chumbawamba  00:00 – England negativity & international break chat  00:08:58 – Joe Hart introduced; 2010 World Cup darts stories  00:13:36 – Quick-fire round: stadiums, managers & teammates  00:18:34 – Goalkeeper hats, towels & old-school traditions  00:36:02 – The Man City takeover & Robinho signing shock  00:37:24 – Loan to Birmingham; rivalry with Shay Given  00:38:02 – Paddy Power’s Big Weekend Fixture and predictions break 00:45:16 – Becoming City No.1 with Shay Given on the bench  00:51:14 – Pep Guardiola arrives & drops Joe Hart  00:52:53 – Joe explains talking with Pep afterwards  00:54:40 – Aguero moment & iconic celebration behind the scenes  00:59:30 – Title-winning night & surreal Man United awards  01:01:19 – Being England No.1 & dealing with constant changes  01:05:41 – England shooting sessions with elite attackers  01:23:48 – Working on Match of the Day as a pundit  01:25:39 – Joe Hart’s new podcast & the “mind over everything” concept Follow our Clips page https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCLNBLB3xr3LyiyAkhZEtiAA  For more Peter Crouch:  Twitter - https://twitter.com/petercrouch  Therapy Crouch - https://www.youtube.com/@thetherapycrouch  For more Chris Stark  Twitter - https://twitter.com/Chris_Stark Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/chrisstark/ For more Steve Sidwell  Twitter - https://twitter.com/sjsidwell  Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/stevesidwell14  #PeterCrouch #ThatPeterCrouchPodcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    1h 31m
  10. Joe Cole: “We Knew We Were Becoming a Machine” — Chelsea Behind The Scenes & That England Heartbreak

    11/26/2025

    Joe Cole: “We Knew We Were Becoming a Machine” — Chelsea Behind The Scenes & That England Heartbreak

    On this week’s episode of That Peter Crouch Podcast, Pete, Chris and Sids sit down with Joe Cole, former England international, Premier League winner and Champions League finalist, to dive into the untold stories behind his new book Luxury Player. The lads get stuck into Joe’s early rise as a teenage sensation, the madness of being splashed across the papers at 15, and how fame shaped him long before he stepped onto a Premier League pitch. Joe opens up about the pressure, the jealousy, the misconceptions, and how he found his way through it. The conversation also takes us inside Chelsea during the Mourinho revolution — the moment Joe realised everything had changed, what training was really like under Jose, and how that era set the foundations for years of dominance. There’s plenty of England nostalgia too: World Cups, quarter-finals, dressing room pranks, and the gut-punch reality of injuries cutting short international dreams. It’s honest, funny, nostalgic and full of elite-level insight — a proper football chat with one of the game’s most naturally gifted players. And yes, there’s tales wine-tasting chaos, mascot scandals, and insight into a black cab driver giving massages at Chelsea… Strap in. Chumbawamba  00:00 — Crouchy opens the pod 01:15 — Crouchy, Carragher & Roy Keane at Football For Change 03:45 — Roy Keane art gallery story 05:00 — Richarlison goal & prediction chaos 09:50 — Hole-in-one vs 147 debate 15:30 — Arsenal vs Chelsea predictions 20:50 — FA Cup memories & Haier ad read 22:40 — Introducing Joe Cole 23:30 — Nick Collins falling-off-ladder clip 25:55 — Joe’s Sunday Brunch wine-tasting disaster 32:10 — Reconstructing memories for the book 33:50 — Being on the front page at 15 35:15 — Teacher mocking Joe about money 36:10 — Being a target at away grounds 43:00 — Joe’s dad turning down Sir Alex’s mascot invite 45:30 — West Ham principles & giving tickets away 53:00 — Discussion about “Luxury Player” label 01:03:50 — Desailly & the World Cup at Chelsea 01:04:20 — Mourinho arrives & changes everything 01:21:00 — England heartbreak & final reflections Follow our Clips page https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCLNBLB3xr3LyiyAkhZEtiAA  For more Peter Crouch:  Twitter - https://twitter.com/petercrouch  Therapy Crouch - https://www.youtube.com/@thetherapycrouch  For more Chris Stark  Twitter - https://twitter.com/Chris_Stark Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/chrisstark/ For more Steve Sidwell  Twitter - https://twitter.com/sjsidwell  Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/stevesidwell14  #PeterCrouch #ThatPeterCrouchPodcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    1h 21m
  11. Salah Says He’s “Gone” – The Lads React To CARNAGE Interview & Break Down England’s World Cup Group

    12/10/2025

    Salah Says He’s “Gone” – The Lads React To CARNAGE Interview & Break Down England’s World Cup Group

    On this week’s episode of the Peter Crouch Podcast, Pete, Sids and Chris dive head-first into the biggest football flashpoint of the weekend — Mohamed Salah’s explosive post-match comments. The lads break down exactly what he said, what he meant, and why this moment could signal a major turning point in his relationship with Liverpool. From dressing-room dynamics to how senior players should handle being benched. The boys also react to the World Cup 2026 group draw, sharing their early predictions, fears, and inevitable chaos ahead of the tournament.  There’s also an emotional fan-gift reveal, nostalgic tales of Jose Enrique’s shoes, surprise cameos from a dubiously named road, and a proper Premier League roundup including Arsenal-Villa madness, Chelsea-Everton history, Palace-City patterns, and more. What do you make of Salah’s interview? And how are we feeling about England’s route to 2026? Also, please let us know what YOU’D like us to do for the World Cup down in the comments, or via our socials below! Chumbawamba  00:00 – Cold open & subscribe push  03:00 – Jingle Bell Ball stories & backstage chaos  06:00 – Fan gifts, Jose Enrique’s shoes talk returns  08:20 – First deep dive into Salah’s controversial interview  10:40 – Salah press-officer moment & grainy clip discussion  13:15 – Arsenal/Villa reaction + Crouchy in the crowd chaos  15:50 – Lando Norris shoutout & superstition around the pod  17:40 – Predictions scoreboard argument + maths accusations  19:30 – Chelsea vs Everton preview & stat shock of 1994 drought  22:45 – “Five” / CrouchFest music segment 25:00 – Palace vs Man City history & Townsend volley memories  27:10 – Haier sponsorship 29:40 – World Cup draw production chaos & Donald Trump’s cameo  32:00 – Kickoff times controversy & USA trip ideas (road trip?)  35:00 – Tailgating, BBQ on tour & “rubbing your meat across America”  40:00 – England’s group, early confidence, and knockout path chat  45:00 – Which nations could surprise? Outsider picks debated  50:30 – Heat in North America & players suffering—historic Ireland stories return  55:00 – Substitutes in the dressing room due to heat?!  58:00 – Emotional listener email (Hayley) + Crouchy sorts darts tickets (feel-good ending) Follow our Clips page https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCLNBLB3xr3LyiyAkhZEtiAA  For more Peter Crouch:  Twitter - https://twitter.com/petercrouch  Therapy Crouch - https://www.youtube.com/@thetherapycrouch  For more Chris Stark  Twitter - https://twitter.com/Chris_Stark Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/chrisstark/ For more Steve Sidwell  Twitter - https://twitter.com/sjsidwell  Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/stevesidwell14  #PeterCrouch #ThatPeterCrouchPodcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    1h 3m
  12. Tony Pulis & Mick McCarthy: “The Game’s Gone” — Old School Gaffers vs The Modern Game

    11/12/2025

    Tony Pulis & Mick McCarthy: “The Game’s Gone” — Old School Gaffers vs The Modern Game

    On this week’s episode of That Peter Crouch Podcast, Pete, Chris, and Steve are joined by two of football’s most iconic gaffers — Tony Pulis and Mick McCarthy.  Between them, they’ve seen it all: Premier League survival battles, international tournaments, and the changing face of English football. The lads dig deep into what it really means to be a manager — from adapting your tactics to your players, to dealing with the press, to that gut-wrenching moment when you know “the game’s gone.” Tony opens up about his no-nonsense days at Stoke, why long grass was a tactical weapon, and the dark art of winning ugly. Mick recalls his highs with Ireland, his time at Wolves, and the unforgettable press conference moment that went viral for all the wrong reasons. Together, they share hilarious behind-the-scenes stories, harsh truths about modern football, and surprisingly tender reflections on what they miss — and don’t miss — about life in the dugout. It’s a masterclass in management, packed with wisdom, wit, and a few classic gaffer blow-ups. Strap in for old-school honesty and some brilliant football nostalgia — and let us know in the comments… has the game really gone? Chumbawamba  00:00 – Intro chaos: Zoom setup and the “reverse Planet Earth” start 00:12 – Chris’s story from the Wicked premiere with Ariana Grande 00:07:50 – The lads debrief Sids’ FA Cup draw 00:12:59 – Mick & Tony join the show — “Two legendary managers in the room” 00:15:20 – Respect between rival managers and the old-school pos match wine 00:17:00 – McCarthy tells the story of losing a Sids to Fulham — “I told him to f*** off!” 00:20:00 – Growing up in South Wales and fighting to make it in football 00:23:00 – Tony’s tactical evolution: from Stoke’s long throws to Palace’s flair 00:30:00 – The philosophy debate: tactics vs adapting to players 00:33:00 – Managing upwards and the modern football hierarchy 00:36:00 – Sids asks: “When did the game go?” (VAR, grass length, overprotection) 00:43:00 – Mick & Tony on VAR killing the emotion of football 00:49:00 – Viral fame: Mick McCarthy’s “it can!” meme 00:53:00 – “Never slate your players”: The golden rule of press conferences 00:55:00 – Would they ever return to management? 01:00:00 - GW12 predictions Follow our Clips page https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCLNBLB3xr3LyiyAkhZEtiAA  For more Peter Crouch:  Twitter - https://twitter.com/petercrouch  Therapy Crouch - https://www.youtube.com/@thetherapycrouch  For more Chris Stark  Twitter - https://twitter.com/Chris_Stark Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/chrisstark/ For more Steve Sidwell  Twitter - https://twitter.com/sjsidwell  Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/stevesidwell14  #PeterCrouch #ThatPeterCrouchPodcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    1h 18m
  13. Miles Kane’s Crazy Day With Baggio, Untold Arctic Monkeys Backstage Stories & 2000’s Nostalgia

    12/03/2025

    Miles Kane’s Crazy Day With Baggio, Untold Arctic Monkeys Backstage Stories & 2000’s Nostalgia

    This week on That Peter Crouch Podcast, the lads are joined by musician, Liverpool fan and long-time friend of the pod Miles Kane for an episode full of nostalgia, chaos and unbelievable storytelling. From the early days knocking about in Belsize Park to creating his brand-new album Sunlight in the Shadows with Dan Auerbach of the Black Keys, Miles lifts the lid on the madness, the music and the moments that shaped him. We get into FIFA soundtracks, Sky Sports montages and why football and music share the same obsessive mindset. Miles also tells the incredible story of how his childhood hero Roberto Baggio inspired one of his most emotional tracks — and how that song led him all the way to Baggio’s house in Italy for one of the most surreal lunches of his life. There’s backstage mayhem with Arctic Monkeys, broken ribs in five-a-side, fashion eras gone wrong, and a whole lot of love for the city of Liverpool. It’s a proper journey through the highs, the lessons and the moments that stay with you forever. Chumbawamba  00:00 – Blockbuster nostalgia & video shop memories 04:00 – VHS rentals, Soho shops & Warhammer confusion 06:00 – Crouchy’s weekend: Andy Carroll hat trick & The Greatest Showman 08:11 – Tribute to Billy Bonds & West Ham memories 09:37 – Predictions league: Sid pulls away 11:49 – Palace V United reaction & Amorim tunnel reaction 12:02 – Leeds v Liverpool preview (Paddy Power’s Big Weekend) 14:33 – Are Liverpool turning a corner? 18:24 – Bet builder decisions & odds boost 20:26 – Brighton v Villa preview & the ‘horny draw’ debate 22:31 – Sponsored segment (Haier) & discount code 24:33 – Miles Kane arrives on the pod 25:27 – Recording the new album in Nashville with Dan Auerbach 31:06 – The Roberto Baggio song story begins 34:01 – Miles meets Baggio in Italy 37:10 – The aftermath: calling his mum & crying in the car 41:05 – Arctic Monkeys Roundhouse story & mid-gig cameo 44:13 – Why Miles quit five-a-side after breaking ribs & elbows 54:00 – Gig crowds, global touring & life post-album release 01:00:25 – The live musical performance & reaction from the lads  01:10:15 – Susie Dent breaks down the surname origin ‘Tancock’  01:14:41 – Listener message: she becomes “Mrs Corner” & the lads lose it Follow our Clips page https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCLNBLB3xr3LyiyAkhZEtiAA  For more Peter Crouch:  Twitter - https://twitter.com/petercrouch  Therapy Crouch - https://www.youtube.com/@thetherapycrouch  For more Chris Stark  Twitter - https://twitter.com/Chris_Stark Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/chrisstark/ For more Steve Sidwell  Twitter - https://twitter.com/sjsidwell  Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/stevesidwell14  #PeterCrouch #ThatPeterCrouchPodcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    1h 13m
  14. Evolution of Football: Long Throws, Pep Ball & Has Data Officially DESTROYED the Game?

    10/29/2025

    Evolution of Football: Long Throws, Pep Ball & Has Data Officially DESTROYED the Game?

    On this week’s episode of That Peter Crouch Podcast, Pete, Chris, and Sids take a hilariously chaotic deep dive into how football has evolved — from Sunday League chaos to Pep-inspired tactical revolutions. The lads debate how analytics, player freedom, and “DNA” have changed the game forever, reminiscing about the days when defenders could “absolutely destroy” someone without a hundred cameras watching. Expect sidetracks galore — from Center Parcs chaos, dodgy camera angles, and “missionary” score predictions to the invention of Crouchy’s Skill of the Week. There’s also a serious football chat about how big clubs influence playing styles, why corners are “ruined forever,” and how long throws are making a comeback. To top it all off, the boys pitch their next big idea: turning their paint colours into reality… any paint companies out there fancy it?   Chumbawamba  00:00 – Chris’ chaotic intro from the floor at home 02:00 – Sidwell’s “in memoriam” photo mix-up 07:00 – The new time-wasting punishment no one understands 09:00 – Why Brits go wild for corners (and why Crouchy won’t stand anymore) 14:00 – United’s fan who won’t cut his hair until 5 wins in a row 16:40 – Shoutouts and hilarious name readings from Instagram 24:00 – A profound metaphor about “trusting your first wipe” 34:30 – The changing face of football and Pep’s influence 36:30 – Why copying City’s system ruins smaller clubs 38:30 – Club DNA vs Manager DNA – has football lost its roots? 45:00 – Have players lost freedom because of over-analysis? 51:30 – The ‘Skill of the Week’ idea is born 55:30 – The lads pitch a Peter Crouch football training camp 01:03:20 – Why long throws are making a comeback 01:12:00 – The ‘Tancock’ paint idea takes over the podcast With my code CROUCH30, new customers get 30% OFF at uk.huel.com/therapycrouch30. Please check the description for terms and conditions. Unlock a lighter, easier way to fuel your day with Huel Lite, so you can focus on what really matters. MOV is £39 and that the code is for Lite only for a limited amount of time. Follow our Clips page https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCLNBLB3xr3LyiyAkhZEtiAA  For more Peter Crouch:  Twitter - https://twitter.com/petercrouch  Therapy Crouch - https://www.youtube.com/@thetherapycrouch  For more Chris Stark  Twitter - https://twitter.com/Chris_Stark Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/chrisstark/ For more Steve Sidwell  Twitter - https://twitter.com/sjsidwell  Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/stevesidwell14  #PeterCrouch #ThatPeterCrouchPodcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    1h 12m
  15. James Tarkowski: That Liverpool Equaliser, Grealish’s Impact & Battles with Haaland And Van Dijk

    10/22/2025

    James Tarkowski: That Liverpool Equaliser, Grealish’s Impact & Battles with Haaland And Van Dijk

    On this week’s episode of That Peter Crouch Podcast, Pete, Sids, and Chris are joined by James Tarkowski, the no-nonsense centre-back for Everton Football Club. Known for his leadership, resilience, and heart-on-sleeve playing style, Tarkowski opens up about life at Goodison Park, Sean Dyche’s influence, and what it’s really like to play in Merseyside derbies. He shares stories from Burnley’s golden years, the chaos of Everton’s survival seasons, and his thoughts on football’s return to big number 9’s, directness, and long balls.  The lads also dive into dressing room psychology, VAR frustrations, and post-football plans — from coaching to business ventures. Expect honest football chat, great banter, and a few unexpected laughs (including Tarky’s Frozen piano moment).   Chumbawamba  00:00 – Tribute to Stuart Pearce’s son 00:35 – Opening banter and intro with the lads 08:45 – Sunday League chaos & Crouchy’s DM prank 16:20 – Dyche and managing “grenade” club owners 18:40 – Maguire’s redemption & tournament talk 35:00 – James Tarkowski joins the pod 36:10 – Settling into Everton and the chaotic seasons 38:31 – Goodison Park vs. the new stadium 41:10 – Grealish’s form and personality off the pitch 44:05 – Tarkowski vs. Van Dijk: The Derby Battle 48:06 – The famous last-minute volley and the wild celebrations 50:35 – Tarkowski’s journey from non-league to Premier League 54:05 – Inside Burnley’s dressing room culture 57:25 – Sean Dyche’s mind games and Burnley mentality 1:03:10 – Life after football & finding new passions Follow our Clips page https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCLNBLB3xr3LyiyAkhZEtiAA  For more Peter Crouch:  Twitter - https://twitter.com/petercrouch  Therapy Crouch - https://www.youtube.com/@thetherapycrouch  For more Chris Stark  Twitter - https://twitter.com/Chris_Stark Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/chrisstark/ For more Steve Sidwell  Twitter - https://twitter.com/sjsidwell  Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/stevesidwell14  #PeterCrouch #ThatPeterCrouchPodcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    1h 12m
  16. Abbey’s WILD Night Out: Wreath Making Turned Into Total Carnage & Pete’s Hilarious Reaction!

    12/16/2025

    Abbey’s WILD Night Out: Wreath Making Turned Into Total Carnage & Pete’s Hilarious Reaction!

    On today’s episode of The Therapy Crouch, Abbey and Peter catch up after what can only be described as one of Abbey’s most chaotic nights out to date. What began as a wholesome wreath-making afternoon quickly spiralled into margaritas on empty stomachs, vomiting on the motorway, missed shopping trips and a Christmas wreath riding shotgun in a car full of regret. Peter shares festive family highlights from the Jingle Bell Ball, including kids desperate for screen time, a painfully awkward Ed Sheeran TikTok moment and Abbey discovering Peter modelling a velvet suit… in the women’s section.  There’s diary drama, Christmas planning chaos, Boxing Day cinema arguments and Peter accidentally attending a maths open day instead of seeing the boys. In listener messages, we hear everything from wedding day disasters and unforgettable anniversaries to Elf on the Shelf horror stories that absolutely cross the line. There’s dating dilemmas, reflections on getting older, turning 40, and why margaritas simply cannot be trusted. If you’ve got a Christmas confession, family faux pas or festive nightmare — you know where to send it. 00:00 – Intro 01:42 – Abbey’s “wholesome” wreath-making day 02:12 – The wreath day goes wildly off the rails 02:44 – Margaritas on an empty stomach: a fatal error 03:56 – Duck choking, spitting food, and hysterics 04:37 – Alfie vomits on himself driving the M25 05:16 – “Wolf of Wall Street” levels of drunkenness 06:38 – Abbey can’t remember getting home 07:21 – Peter reacts to Abbey’s wild night out 08:18 – Kids stealing the spotlight at Jingle Bell Ball 09:03 – Ed Sheeran TikTok embarrassment 13:22 – Abbey’s Christmas scheduling chaos 16:24 – The explosive Avatar Boxing Day argument 18:44 – Peter accidentally attends kids’ maths open day 23:22 – Reflecting on the year and turning 40 28:31 – Peter spotted modelling in the women’s section 31:32 – Wedding disasters and football memories 35:48 – “My stick” story 37:34 – Elf on the Shelf horror story 42:18 – Dating apps, being single at 42 & modern love 50:29 – Six-hour coffee date ends brutally 52:03 – Christmas stories call-out and wrap-up Email: thetherapycrouch@gmail.com  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thetherapycrouchpodcast TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thetherapycrouch  Website: https://thetherapycrouch.com/  For more from Peter https://twitter.com/petercrouch For more from Abbey https://www.instagram.com/abbeyclancy Our clips channel https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCZntcv96YhN8IvMAKsz4Dbg #TheTherapyCrouch #AbbeyAndPete #RelationshipAdvice #Podcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    52 min
  17. Joel Ward: The Untold Story Behind Palace’s FA Cup Win & What Really Happens When You're Released

    10/15/2025

    Joel Ward: The Untold Story Behind Palace’s FA Cup Win & What Really Happens When You're Released

    On this week’s episode of That Peter Crouch Podcast, Pete, Chris, and Sids are joined by free agent and Crystal Palace legend Joel Ward. From lifting the FA Cup to living in a Bible college, Joel dives deep into the highs, lows, and surprises of his footballing journey. The lads chat about Ward’s free agent life, what it’s really like being on the sidelines after a long stint at a club, and how he's mentoring the next generation at Palace. They also get stuck into proper dressing room stories, the real power of player faith groups, and one of the most intense atmospheres in football — Fratton Park on a European night. Oh, and things take a serious left turn into 18-hour brisket smoking sessions and barbecuing like a pro. Is Joel Ward the best footballing pitmaster in the country? You'll have to listen to find out.   Chumbawamba  00:00:00 – Episode opens: remote setup and Ibiza hangover chat 00:02:14 – Sids explains how bad weather justified a heavier night out 00:03:08 – McDonald's recovery mode: international break confessions 00:04:34 – “Three nights in a row is heavy at this age” – big night consequences 00:06:10 – Fantasy football standings update: Sid storming into the lead 00:07:09 – Cheating Chris out of points? 00:10:17 – Ange & Forest: “It’s not going to end well” 00:12:54 – Arsenal's mental hurdle: “They have to win a league title NOW” 00:19:11 – Crouch’s bet builder: Mo Salah to score first 00:25:11 – Steve Bruce story: “His dad asked, ‘How do you stand in that box?’” 00:30:53 – Joel Ward joins the pod 00:31:15 – Life as a free agent and staying fit at Palace 00:33:13 – Winning the FA Cup: “You couldn’t write it” 00:34:46 – “I knew we were going to win” – the surreal moment before victory 00:35:48 – What it meant for lifelong Palace fans 00:36:03 – How the team mentally prepared for a once-in-a-lifetime shot 00:38:17 – Why the Palace system works, even without stars 00:40:01 – Ward on changing roles and mentoring at Palace 00:42:34 – Coaching, faith, and media aspirations 00:43:24 – Growing up in a Bible college with 30+ residents 00:45:42 – Faith in football: pre-game prayers and support groups 00:49:04 – WhatsApp groups with Eze, Trent, and other believers 00:52:00 – Coming through the ranks at Portsmouth 01:00:00 – Facing AC Milan: “I saw Maldini in the tunnel” 01:04:09 – The great football BBQ debate begins Follow our Clips page https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCLNBLB3xr3LyiyAkhZEtiAA  For more Peter Crouch:  Twitter - https://twitter.com/petercrouch  Therapy Crouch - https://www.youtube.com/@thetherapycrouch  For more Chris Stark  Twitter - https://twitter.com/Chris_Stark Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/chrisstark/ For more Steve Sidwell  Twitter - https://twitter.com/sjsidwell  Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/stevesidwell14  #PeterCrouch #ThatPeterCrouchPodcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    1h 11m
  18. World Cup Hero Mary Earps: The Moment I Nearly Quit Football – “I Sold My Stuff On eBay To Survive”

    11/05/2025

    World Cup Hero Mary Earps: The Moment I Nearly Quit Football – “I Sold My Stuff On eBay To Survive”

    On this week’s episode of That Peter Crouch Podcast, Crouchy, Sids, and Chris sit down with Mary Earps — 2022 Euros winner with England’s Lionesses, World Cup finalist, and Golden Glove winner — for an incredibly raw and inspiring chat. Mary opens up about her toughest career moments, including being dropped from the England squad, struggling to pay rent, and nearly walking away from football altogether.  The lads dig into how she bounced back to become one of the world’s best, her move to Paris, and what it’s really like living life under the spotlight after the Euros win. Plus, the usual chaos: Sids’s FA Cup draw dilemma, tough gameweek 11 predictions, and why Erling Haaland’s robot dance might be crossing the line... This one’s part football, part life lesson — and fully That Peter Crouch Podcast.   Chumbawamba  00:00 – 02:00 | Crouchy & the lads debate Haaland’s “robot” celebration 04:00 – 07:00 | Crouchy’s Orlando trip and the “67” mystery 10:00 – 11:20 | Breaking news: Do we get a paint sponsor deal live? 12:00 – 13:10 | The lads’ “What Three Words” discoveries 14:00 – 19:30 | Man City vs Liverpool predictions and robot outrage 22:00 – 24:00 | Sids’s Arsenal rant — “They think they invented football!” 25:00 – 27:00 | Spurs vs Man United — “Is it time to panic?” 29:00 – 30:30 | Sids’s FA Cup draw nerves and “one ball” plan 32:30 – 33:00 | Introduction of guest Mary Earps 34:00 – 36:00 | Mary on being dropped by England and struggling during Covid 37:00 – 38:00 | “I was in debt — selling stuff on eBay to survive.” 40:00 – 41:30 | The Euros win and how it changed her life 43:00 – 45:00 | Mary on her dad, her upbringing, and young girls in football 47:00 – 49:00 | Sir Alex Ferguson’s praise — “He remembered my save!” 50:00 – 52:00 | Mary on fame, fear, and adjusting to life after success Follow our Clips page https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCLNBLB3xr3LyiyAkhZEtiAA  For more Peter Crouch:  Twitter - https://twitter.com/petercrouch  Therapy Crouch - https://www.youtube.com/@thetherapycrouch  For more Chris Stark  Twitter - https://twitter.com/Chris_Stark Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/chrisstark/ For more Steve Sidwell  Twitter - https://twitter.com/sjsidwell  Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/stevesidwell14  #PeterCrouch #ThatPeterCrouchPodcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    1h 11m
  19. “I’ll Be Taking It Straight Back!” - When Gift Effort Isn’t Matched at Christmas & Work Party Drama!

    12/23/2025

    “I’ll Be Taking It Straight Back!” - When Gift Effort Isn’t Matched at Christmas & Work Party Drama!

    On today’s festive episode of The Therapy Crouch, Abbey and Peter are fully embracing the chaos as Christmas Eve quickly approaches.  With Santa hats on and patience running low, the pair dive headfirst into the realities of family life at the most wonderful (and stressful) time of year. From mismatched gift expectations and Secret Santa dramas to the unseen mental load that comes with organising Christmas, nothing is off-limits. The episode is packed with classic Crouchy banter, including a Christmas bike purchase that didn’t quite go to plan, debates over midweek work parties, and why men somehow always miss the brief when it comes to presents. In the Agony Abs, listeners write in with festive dilemmas ranging from clashing family traditions to the disappointment of unbalanced effort under the tree. There’s laughter, a few emotional moments, and plenty of honest reflection on what Christmas is really about — slowing down, being together, and surviving the madness as a family.  A proper festive Therapy Crouch, just in time for the big day. 00:00 - Chaotic Christmas energy and opening jokes 00:49 - Father Christmas enters the chat 01:33 - When your partner hates your jokes 02:14 - Christmas presents and control arguments 02:43 - Brutal “you’re middle-aged now” voice note 04:49 - Abbey vs Peter: who actually does everything? 06:15 - Mental load of Christmas and invisible labour 09:19 - Bike-gate: the kids’ disastrous Christmas bikes 11:20 - Secret Santa spiralling out of control 15:18 - Why midweek Christmas parties are a nightmare 17:04 - Unexpected deep dive into nature documentaries 20:48 - Emotional moment about losing a family pet 22:12 - Why Christmas is about slowing life down 25:29 - Agony Ab: clashing family Christmas traditions 31:17 - Agony Ab: unmatched effort in Christmas gifts 35:03 - What Christmas is really about 35:52 - Final Christmas chaos and sign-off Email: thetherapycrouch@gmail.com  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thetherapycrouchpodcast TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thetherapycrouch  Website: https://thetherapycrouch.com/  For more from Peter https://twitter.com/petercrouch For more from Abbey https://www.instagram.com/abbeyclancy Our clips channel https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCZntcv96YhN8IvMAKsz4Dbg #TheTherapyCrouch #AbbeyAndPete #RelationshipAdvice #Podcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    35 min
  20. “I’m Allowed A BUSH And He Isn’t!” - Wild Dating Double Standards & Secret Neighbour Bin Wars

    12/18/2025

    “I’m Allowed A BUSH And He Isn’t!” - Wild Dating Double Standards & Secret Neighbour Bin Wars

    On today’s episode of The Therapy Crouch, it’s an Ask Me Anything classic as Abbey and Peter dive headfirst into your pre-Christmas dilemmas — from hilariously petty neighbour disputes to relationship double standards and DIY disasters that spiral completely out of control. A listener reveals their unwavering refusal to lose a silent bin war, while Abbey questions whether passive aggression might actually be a personality trait. The duo also tackle a plumbing nightmare caused by YouTube-fuelled confidence, debate feminism and dating preferences in a refreshingly honest Agony Abs, and respond to a powerful message about managing health anxiety with practical tools that genuinely help. There’s plenty of laughter, a few brutal truths, and some unexpectedly heartfelt moments as the pair reflect on parenting worries, mental health, and why sometimes knowing your limits is the real win. Plus, a festive teaser hints at what’s coming for the Therapy Crouch Christmas special. If you want to submit an Agony Ab to the podcast — hit the link below. 00:44 - Welcome to the AMA chaos 01:01 - Pe-ter vs Peter vs Pedro 03:19 - Generations, labels and feeling ancient 05:28 - The Portugal bonk-beat music disaster 06:53 - The silent neighbour bin war 09:25 - Premier League mentality… over bins 12:09 - DIY confidence ends in plumbing disaster 14:32 - Inflating balls 18:12 - Feminism bush and double standards 22:00 - “Happy Christmas, you filthy animal” moment 23:03 - Listener advice on health anxiety 24:46 - How worry patterns really work 26:36 - Christmas special plans teased 27:43 - Final sign-off chaos Find great deals on the things you love https://www.ebay.co.uk/  Email: thetherapycrouch@gmail.com  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thetherapycrouchpodcast TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thetherapycrouch  Website: https://thetherapycrouch.com/  For more from Peter https://twitter.com/petercrouch For more from Abbey https://www.instagram.com/abbeyclancy Our clips channel https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCZntcv96YhN8IvMAKsz4Dbg #TheTherapyCrouch #AbbeyAndPete #RelationshipAdvice #Podcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    28 min
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