The Read

About

Join bloggers Kid Fury and Crissle for their weekly podcast covering hip-hop and pop culture's most trying stars. Throwing shade and spilling tea with a flippant and humorous attitude, no star is safe from Fury and Crissle unless their name is Beyoncé. (Or Blue Ivy.) As transplants to New York City (Kid Fury from Miami and Crissle from Oklahoma City), The Read also serves as an on-air therapy session for two friends trying to adjust to life (and rats) in the big city. The Read is part of the LoudSpeakers Network and is published every week on iTunes, iHeart Radio T...

Episodes

• Artificial Souls: The Perm Line 2026-05-07

  The Read podcast presents an episode titled "Artificial Souls: The Perm Line." The description mentions a preference to avoid "casino vodka."

• 13th Anniversary Live Show 2026-04-30

  The Read podcast presents its 13th-anniversary live show, recorded in Atlanta. The episode thanks fans for their support.

• Special Announcement: Kid Fury Live June 3rd, 2026 2026-04-27

  The episode announces a special event: Kid Fury Live on June 3rd, 2026. It includes links to Kid Fury and Crissle's content, as well as show merchandise.

• Hopeless Romance with an Audacious Femme 2026-04-23

  This episode of The Read, titled "Hopeless Romance with an Audacious Femme," features discussions about nerve and abandonment. The hosts address the concept of "nerve" among "the girls" and suggest abandoning them.

• The Legend of a Hero 2026-04-16

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• Felon The Pooh: A Wild Ride 2026-04-09

  This episode of The Read is titled Felon The Pooh: A Wild Ride. The description states it is "still reporting live from the last days..."

• The Secret Files of a Scorned Lover 2026-04-02

  This episode of The Read is titled "The Secret Files of a Scorned Lover." It discusses Rozonda.

• The Trials of a Masculine Maiden 2026-03-26

  This episode of The Read, titled "The Trials of a Masculine Maiden," discusses the beauty in butch queens and seeing both sides of an issue.

• The Constantly Concerning Kiss 2026-03-19

  This episode of The Read is titled "The Constantly Concerning Kiss." The description states, "Of course she is..."

• The Big Heart of a Small Rapper 2026-03-12

  This episode discusses Pokopia, King, and the positive aspects of single life.

• The Complicated Love of Gay 2026-03-05

  This episode of The Read discusses judging a white man's new face.

• The Emotions of a Half-Dead Husband 2026-02-26

  This episode from The Read is titled 'The Emotions of a Half-Dead Husband'. The description provided for the episode is 'Once in a lifetime...I'm just saying.'

• Trailer: Furious Thoughts 2026-02-20

  This is a trailer for the episode "Furious Thoughts" from The Read podcast. It directs listeners to subscribe on Apple Podcasts and Spotify.

• The Devil Eats Hot Ice Cream 2026-02-19

  This episode of The Read, titled "The Devil Eats Hot Ice Cream," discusses current events and opinions. The hosts share their perspectives on recent happenings.

• The Tale of The Bridesmaid and The Rodent 2026-02-12

  This episode of The Read, titled "The Tale of The Bridesmaid and The Rodent," features a discussion about a French bulldog found next to frozen meats. The hosts explore the unusual situation of the Frenchie.

• The Curious Case of a Clash Concert 2026-02-05

  This episode of The Read podcast is titled "The Curious Case of a Clash Concert." The description includes a reference to Young Money/Need Money Records.

• The Unbreakable Spirit of a Canine Queen 2026-01-29

  This episode of The Read is titled 'The Unbreakable Spirit of a Canine Queen.' The description mentions Laney and support for Keith Porter Jr.'s Daughters Future.

• When a Red Hat Looks Both Ways 2026-01-22

  This episode from The Read is titled "When a Red Hat Looks Both Ways." The description indicates a humorous tone.

• To Catch Feelings On Mama's Phone 2026-01-15

  The episode 'To Catch Feelings On Mama's Phone' from The Read features a discussion reflecting on how current situations came to be. The hosts take a break to consider the past.

• How A Southern Belle Jumps The Broom 2026-01-08

  This episode of The Read, titled "How A Southern Belle Jumps The Broom," explores the concept of demanding respect. The discussion focuses on situations where asserting respect might be considered unnecessary.

• Best of 2025 Part 2 2026-01-01

  This episode of "The Read" looks back at moments from 2025 and thanks listeners.

• Best Of 2025 2025-12-25

  This episode of The Read, titled "Best Of 2025," reviews the defining moments of the year. The hosts express gratitude to their listeners for their support.

• Step Up 2025-12-18

  This episode of The Read is titled "Step Up." The provided description is "Please don't disturb my simulation..."

• TUH! 2025-12-11

  The Read podcast presents an episode titled "TUH!". This episode's description mentions "Clearing the gay ass air...", indicating a discussion to resolve tension or issues.

• Soup Drama 2025-12-05

  This episode of The Read podcast is titled "Soup Drama." The description provided is "Ignoring Ray J's black ass..."

• Meat Lovers 2025-11-25

  This episode of The Read is titled "Meat Lovers." The description provided is "Getting to your man in 30 minutes or less..."

• Bird-In-Law 2025-11-20

  This episode of The Read is titled "Bird-In-Law." The description for the episode is very short and mentions "Dodging d**ks under tables..."

• Some Things Are Sacred 2025-11-13

  The podcast episode "Some Things Are Sacred" from The Read discusses treatment. The hosts share their perspectives on the topic in this episode.

• Trailer: Crissle's Couch 2025-11-07

  This is a trailer for Crissle's Couch, an episode of The Read. Listen to Kid Fury and Crissle on this podcast.

• Keys to the Heart 2025-11-06

  On this episode of The Read, the hosts discuss what to do when Young Metro doesn't trust someone, touching on themes of intuition and relationships.

• Tepid Frozen Yogurt 2025-10-30

  This episode of The Read is titled "Tepid Frozen Yogurt". It describes an experience outside a dessert parlor in Sydney.

• Salvation 2025-10-23

  This episode of The Read is titled "Salvation." The description for the episode expresses a strong sentiment regarding the topic of God.

• Mugshot Lace 2025-10-16

  The Read podcast features an episode titled "Mugshot Lace." The description notes the hosts have been "ignoring niggas for seventeen years." This forms the basis of the episode content.

• (Not) Coming Home 2025-10-09

  This episode of The Read is titled "(Not) Coming Home" and includes the phrase "Grandma, bi*ch..." in its description. The summary is based solely on the provided metadata.

• Grandma, Bi**h... 2025-10-02

  The latest episode of The Read, titled "Grandma, Bi**h...", discusses the GoFundMe campaign for Sakir Everett. The campaign aims to support Sakir Everett, a student.

• Harlem Hometrotter 2025-09-25

  This episode of The Read, titled "Harlem Hometrotter," features a discussion about getting scammers to do chores.

• Baby Dramatics 2025-09-18

  This episode of The Read, titled "Baby Dramatics", features Kid Fury and Crissle discussing various topics. The description states that the episode is completely AI generated.

• Diary of a Mad White Man 2025-09-11

  The hosts of The Read discuss how a tragic public murder led to a complex emotional response. They also address the nuanced reactions to such a sensitive event.

• Janet's Third Album 2025-09-04

  The episode, titled 'Janet's Third Album', is from The Read podcast. It contains discussion of 'Unknown Number: The High School Catfish' with spoilers.

• The Other Proposal 2025-08-28

  This episode of The Read, titled "The Other Proposal," discusses "caping for corny men..."

• Behind My Salad 2025-08-21

  This episode of The Read is titled "Behind My Salad." The description indicates a discussion about "kicking mama to the curb."

• When Dogs Cry 2025-08-14

  This episode of The Read, titled "When Dogs Cry," features a discussion about feeling like an old cat at a puppy play-date.

• Half On A Baby 2025-08-07

  This episode of The Read, "Half On A Baby," features discussions and commentary. The hosts engage in conversation, offering their perspectives on different subjects.

• Making Contact 2025-07-31

  This episode of The Read is titled "Making Contact." The description mentions watching movies and TV.

• 20-ish Questions! 2025-07-25

  In this episode of The Read, Kid Fury and Crissle answer a series of questions. The episode is titled "20-ish Questions!"

• A 90s Kinda Drunk 2025-07-17

  This episode of The Read is titled "A 90s Kinda Drunk." The description notes the phrase "Acting a foo-foo over Labubus from my boo-boo..."

• Big Beautiful Bereavement 2025-07-10

  This episode of The Read, titled "Big Beautiful Bereavement," features a discussion about crying and bereavement.

• Hover Car 2025-07-03

  The episode "Hover Car" from The Read podcast features a discussion about the justice system.

• Can Of Oil 2025-06-26

  This episode of The Read, titled "Can Of Oil," touches on the topic of sharing one's location with a significant other. The discussion is based on the given description.

• The Last Straw 2025-06-19

  This episode, "The Last Straw," from the podcast The Read, is about ignoring 100 text messages.