Cry Harder Podcast

The eye doctor intake form just crossed a major line. 👁️ On this massive, heavy-hitting Rant Special edition of the Cry Harder Podcast, host Chris Black welcomes back our official Returning Special Guest—the absolute best ranter east of the Mississippi—the one and only Mike from Philly! Mike is back in the studio, fully loaded, and completely out of patience as he joins Chris to unpack a laundry l...

Welcome back to the Cry Harder Podcast! In the big 4-0 episode, Chris Black tackles the absolute death of privacy in public restrooms. If you are one of those people who treats a tiled bathroom stall like a personal acoustic recording studio—we need to have a serious talk. When strangers are trapped in a small, vulnerable box with you, aggressively blowing air through your teeth isn't a polite...

The backseat driver co-pilot delusion is officially out of hand. Welcome back to the Cry Harder Podcast with Chris Black! In Episode 39, we are breaking down the absolute audacity of passenger seat drivers who take zero accountability but have 100% of the criticism. From ignoring the GPS to causing structural high-stress hazards, we need to talk about why they are the actual danger on the road. We...

Hi. I'm back. I'm Chris Black and you're listening to the Cry Harder Podcast. This is episode 38 and we have a huge show for you today. We'll get into Rants, Tear Factor, and much more. We are going to drop so much knowledge on you today that your brain is going to explode! Let’s get into it! Have you noticed your 10-cent grocery bags have less structural integrity than a wet paper...

Is there anything more exhausting than a family group text thread? Welcome back to the Cry Harder Podcast with Chris Black. This is episode 37 and we have a huge show for you today. First up, Chris goes on a tear about the true reality of the 24/7 family group chat—a chaotic digital prison built on "emotional hostage-taking" disguised as keeping in touch. Individually, your relatives are...

If I get one more notification from a school app today, I am throwing my phone directly into the sun. Welcome back to Cry Harder with Chris Black . This week, we are diving deep into the absolute psychological operation that is modern school communication. Why do parents need forty-seven different portals, passwords, and two-factor authentications just to find out if their kid needs sneakers on a...

$250 car registration. $45 event parking. $28 for a single glass of airport prosecco. And $99 for a Yacht Rock concert featuring bands you’ve never even heard of?! What do all of these things have in common? Prices have officially gotten entirely out of hand, and I am at my absolute breaking point. Welcome back to the Cry Harder Podcast . Today, Chris Black is breaking down the sickening reality o...

Chris Black is back for Episode 34, and he’s starting the show with a massive reality check for anyone still knocking on random doors in 2026. If the conversion rate for door-to-door proselytizing is practically zero percent, why do religious groups still do it? Chris breaks down the psychological "retention trap"—explaining how the inevitable rejection actually hardens a member's id...

We need to talk about the complete collapse of concert etiquette, starting with the guy who single-handedly tried to ruin Guns N' Roses at Snapdragon Stadium. Today, Chris rants about SeaWorld's "new" shark encounter, reads the forward to the Cry Harder Nation book, and hits the Reddit streets for Tear Factor to judge a questionable friend group dynamic and a devastating $1.5M in...

GRAB CHRIS'S BRAND-NEW BOOK: CRY HARDER NATION!Get your copy on Amazon right here: https://a.co/d/0g3dTCs6In this episode of the Cry Harder Podcast, Chris Black shares a chaotic, real-life scary gas station encounter where he had to make a quick escape, driving away with his gas tank wide open. If you love true podcast rants, crazy parking lot confrontations, and hilarious storytelling, this e...

My book, Cry Harder Nation, is out now—buy it today! https://a.co/d/06vbTpnD Why is it that when you order food online for pickup, it’s NEVER ready when you get there? Chris Black is back for Episode 31 of the Cry Harder Podcast to tackle the great digital food ordering scam, why sandwich shops must always cut the hoagie in half, and the absolute chaos of crowded elevators. Plus, Chris dives into...

Special guest Mike from Philly rejoins Chris Black to celebrate the big 30th episode of the Cry Harder Podcast ! Grab a drink—Chris is pouring the Maker’s and Diet, while Mike keeps it crisp with a Dr. Pepper—and dive into a jam-packed episode full of massive life updates and elite-level hating. First, Chris drops a major announcement: his new book is officially coming out next week! Then, the guy...

We need to talk about the sheer insanity of people who clap at sunsets. Who exactly are we applauding? The sun? It’s a giant ball of burning gas 93 million miles away following the laws of gravity! Chris Black is back for Episode 29 of the Cry Harder Podcast to break down this absolute absurdity, along with a massive lineup of rants, advice, and reviews: Tear Factor: Why modern bedding is complete...

On this episode of Cry Harder, Chris Black breaks down the phenomenon of "bashing the link"—when people make fun of a mutual friend just to bond. Plus, Chris rants about the high-stakes gamble of picking a banana, rates four wild Reddit stories in the Tear Factor segment, reviews the 2025 Rami Malek film "The Amateur," and explores the reality of natural ASMR voices. We'll be back next Saturday to...

Welcome back to the Cry Harder Film School! In this standalone segment, we are diving deep into the emotional waters of the hit movie Float. Whether you've already watched it or you're wondering if it's worth the tissues, we break down the cinematography, the moving storyline, and the standout performances that left us completely wrecked.  Grab your notebooks (and your feelings), and l...

Welcome back to Episode 27 of Cry Harder! Chris Black is diving straight into a massive show filled with rants, movie reviews, and some brutal honesty. On today's docket: the unwritten rules of elevator buttons, the exact circumstances where A1 steak sauce is acceptable, and a passionate rant against board games killing the vibe at parties. Chris also delivers a packed movie review segment, ca...

Chris Black is back, and the dumpster fire is burning brighter than ever! This week on Cry Harder , Chris is joined by a very special guest: his mother-in-law, Vicki (aka Grandmom Vivi). Together, they tackle a jam-packed episode full of mutual grievances, tech exhaustion, and high-stakes drama. Here is what’s on the chopping block today: The Outdoor Dining Delusion: Chris goes on an absolute tear...

Hi, I'm Chris Black, and I’m back. After a heavy couple of weeks paying tribute to my brother, we pushed forward with our trip to St. Thomas, and I have thoughts . In this episode of the Cry Harder Podcast, I'm giving you the unfiltered breakdown of our Caribbean getaway. From the long, sleepless flights to staying at the Ritz-Carlton, we hit up St. John, Cruz Bay, Windmill Restaurant, and...

In this deeply personal and raw episode, we honor the life and memory of David Black Jr. Following a recent period of suffocating grief that includes the loss of both my brother and my aunt, we peel back the layers of a story that is as beautiful as it is complicated. We journey back to the very beginning—from childhood mischief and pulling Dave’s hair, to growing up together and the unforgettable...

Welcome back to the Cry Harder Podcast ! On Episode 23, Chris Black dives into life's absolute disasters with rants galore, movie reviews, and a healthy dose of dumpster-fire therapy. In this episode: Rant of the Week: Why do fast food workers insist on calling you "boss" or "boss man"? We unpack the psychology of this annoying, artificial power dynamic. Tear Factor: Rating...

Welcome back to another massive episode of the Cry HarderPodcast with Chris Black. This week, Chris tackles the ultimate summer debate: Are fireworks celebrations officially dead in America? From environmental hazards to superior drone shows, it might be time to pack up the pyrotechnics. Chris also delivers a packed lineup of signature rants. Getready for takedowns on soccer players flopping, tour...

Chris Black is back with another beautifully unhinged episode of the Cry Harder Podcast. This week: • Chris declares war on tourist-trap Philly cheesesteaks • A full rant about bands making the crowd sing instead of performing • Phone zombies blocking sidewalks officially enter the Tear Factor Hall of Shame • A debate over texting vs calling turns into a relationship boundary discussion • Chris’s...

Chris Black is back for Episode 20 of the Cry Harder Podcast with a jam-packed show! This week, Chris tackles the internet "hall monitors" who love to miss the point of his videos just to correct his spelling or pronunciation. He also breaks down a new survey claiming 75% of people want adults-only dining sections in restaurants. Plus: Eye Contact Anxiety: Why is everyone avoiding eye contact late...

Chris is back for an enormous Episode 19 of the Cry Harder Podcast! First up, a massive shoutout to our 90 new beautifully unhinged sparks of cosmic stardust who joined the show this week. In this episode, Chris breaks down a literal crime against wine after being served room-temperature rosé at the Padres game—prompting an immediate AI intervention. Then, we dive deep into this week’s "Tear...

Mike from Philly joins the pod for a special, high-voltage Rant Special! The guys are tackling everything from broken retail logic to administrative nightmares. On this week's itinerary: The Tear Factor: Mike fires back at last week's submissions, exposing greedy corporations, $9 coffees, mean Redditors, and the truth about mermaid diets. Mike's Meltdowns: Why does everyone form a sing...