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Meet the Mess

Jen Lancaster & Karyn Bosnak

Move over, Meet the Press—it’s time to MEET THE MESS! Bestselling authors Jen Lancaster and Karyn Bosnak dive into the messiest news stories and hottest topics of the week to give you a fresh and entertaining take on current events and life in general. An extended video version with the “Hot Mess of the Week” is available to paid Substack subscribers. Visit meetthemess.substack.com for more. meetthemess.substack.com

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74:21

Erika Kirk & JD Vance's Awkward Hug, How to Help...

Meet the Mess ·

2025/11/05

This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit meetthemess.substack.comMove over, Meet the Press—it’s time to MEET THE MESS!This week on the podcast, Jen and Karyn break down that overly intimate embrace between Erika Kirk and JD Vance. Does Usha need to worry?Also on the docket: The Dodgers win the World Series! Kash Patel allegedly used a government jet for date night, British Vogue declared having a boyfriend officially embarrassing, and AI might be ruining (or improving?) modern

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76:11

Government Shutdown, Lily Allen & David Harbour...

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2025/10/29

This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit meetthemess.substack.comMove over, Meet the Press—it’s time to MEET THE MESS!This week on the podcast, Jen and Karyn discuss the government shutdown, rising health insurance premiums, and the looming freeze on SNAP benefits!In pop culture news, hear about the new Lily Allen album that details her messy split from actor David Harbour, and how a shocking number of leading men don’t wear underpants.Plus, would you rent a billboard to find a

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96:29

Best Advent Calendars, Karyn's Cancer Update, RIP...

Meet the Mess ·

2025/10/22

This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit meetthemess.substack.comMove over, Meet the Press—it’s time to MEET THE MESS!This week on the podcast: Jen and Karyn tackle the very important topic of Advent calendars! Find out the good, the bad, and the googly-eyed! 👀Then, Karyn shares a candid cancer update before she and Jen pay a very special tribute to a Meet the Mess legend: Meatball.Next, hear about the latest health trend: poop cameras! Then, Jen and Karyn drop a record number

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90:44

Taylor Swift’s “The Life of a Showgirl,” Souptember...

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2025/10/09

This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit meetthemess.substack.comMove over, Meet the Press—it’s time to MEET THE MESS!This week on the podcast, the Souptember champion is crowned! 🥣👑 Congrats to Dre and Monsieur Meatball, our official MESSiahs of Soup!Then, for a special treat, Jen and Karyn are joined by the fabulous ladies from How To Be Less Old, Emily Freda Foster and Deanna Cheng, plus their Gen Z correspondent Sarah to break down Taylor Swift’s brand-new album, The Life

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76:53

Buttons Are Back! Ryder Cup Chaos, Nicole Kidman &...

Meet the Mess ·

2025/10/01

This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit meetthemess.substack.comMove over, Meet the Press—it’s time to MEET THE MESS!This week on the podcast, Jen and Karyn dive into Pete Hegseth’s military meeting in Virginia, Mercedes’ bold decision to bring back buttons (finally!), Ryder Cup mayhem, and Nicole Kidman and Keith Urban’s surprising split. They also unpack Trump’s YouTube shakedown, the wild “med bed” conspiracy theory, and Dolly Parton’s health concerns. And, expect lots of

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80:16

Hot Dog Day, Jimmy Kimmel’s Return, Trump & Stephen...

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2025/09/24

This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit meetthemess.substack.comMove over, Meet the Press—it’s time to MEET THE MESS!This week on the podcast, it’s officially Hot Dog Day!🍴 Watch as Karyn tries mustard on a hot dog for the very first time. Also, Jen and Karyn dish on Jimmy Kimmel’s return to late night, and discuss the bizarre (and cringe-worthy) antics of Trump and Stephen Miller at Charlie Kirk’s funeral.But that’s not all! Jen and Karyn make a real-life phone call (or

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74:46

Hot Dog Debates, French Fry Rankings, Sock-Sleepers...

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2025/09/17

This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit meetthemess.substack.comMove over, Meet the Press—it’s time to MEET THE MESS!This week on the podcast, Jen and Karyn are serving up hot takes, spicy questions, unpopular opinions and more! Is mustard mandatory on hot dogs? Which type of French fry reigns supreme? Are sock-sleepers secretly monsters? Find out the answers to all this and more!Plus, if you secretly delight in destroying your loved ones in board games, Karyn’s got the inside

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80:39

Charlie Kirk Assassination, Oasis at the Rose Bowl,...

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2025/09/11

This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit meetthemess.substack.comMove over, Meet the Press—it’s time to MEET THE MESS!This week on the podcast, Jen and Karyn cover the assassination of conservative activist Charlie Kirk, and Trump’s ill-fated dinner outing in DC. They also recap the Oasis concert at the Rose Bowl, an experience that made Karyn so happy that she cried for two days after because it was over.On the lighter side, Jen shares how music can actually help with motion

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96:58

Taylor Swift’s Godmother Drama, Rudy’s Fishy Crash,...

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2025/09/04

This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit meetthemess.substack.comMove over, Meet the Press—it’s time to MEET THE MESS!This week on the podcast, Jen and Karyn discuss how the National Guard is moonlighting as DC’s landscaping crew! And, is Taylor Swift stepping down as godmother to Blake Lively’s kids? Also, Epstein survivors are teaming up with MTG to make their own list, John Cena smacks down Logan Paul, and Rudy Giuliani crashes his car (and something smells off). Plus,

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99:00

Taylor Swift & Travis Kelce Engagement, Kate...

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2025/08/27

This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit meetthemess.substack.comMove over, Meet the Press—it’s time to MEET THE MESS!This week on the podcast, Jen and Karyn join the rest of the world in freaking out over Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce’s engagement — joined by their Gen Z friend Sarah to weigh in on the big news!Plus, Has Kate Middleton gone blonde? And, Jameela Jamil is calling out Serena Williams’ weight loss methods, Lana Del Rey claims she swims with alligators, Britney

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85:31

Bama Rush Drama, Trump & Putin’s Bro-Date, Carnivore...

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2025/08/19

This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit meetthemess.substack.comMove over, Meet the Press—it’s time to MEET THE MESS!This week on the podcast, Jen and Karyn try out the latest delicacy: mustard on watermelon! They also reveal the secret to picking the perfect melon. (Hint: It has to do with a small butthole.)Also in the news, Trump’s inner circle was reportedly left ashen, shocked and frightened after his bro-date with Putin. And, gentle parenting is out and FAFO parenting is

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88:18

Taylor Swift's New Album, Trump Seizes D.C., SCOTUS...

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2025/08/12

This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit meetthemess.substack.comMove over, Meet the Press—it’s time to MEET THE MESS!This week on the podcast, Jen and Karyn break down last night’s earth-shattering news: Taylor Swift is dropping a new album, The Life of a Showgirl!Also making headlines: Trump puts D.C. under federal control and asks SCOTUS to let ICE racially profile people. (Cool.) Speaking of SCOTUS, someone wants them to take another shot at overturning gay marriage. (Cool

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77:14

Trump's White House Makeover, Tanning Makes a...

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2025/08/07

This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit meetthemess.substack.comMove over, Meet the Press—it’s time to MEET THE MESS!This week on the podcast, Jen and Karyn talk gerrymandering in Texas and the labor stats chief who was fired for (gasp!) telling the truth.Meanwhile, Gen Z is bringing back tanning beds, the Rose Garden gets an aesthetic downgrade, and Trump wants to build a White House ballroom (but says we can’t afford healthcare).In other news, an irritating Bachelor couple

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86:26

Trump Targets Beyoncé and Cheats at Golf, Sydney...

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2025/07/31

This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit meetthemess.substack.comMove over, Meet the Press—it’s time to MEET THE MESS!This week on the podcast: Ozzy’s finally laid to rest (RIP to the Prince of Darkness), Sydney Sweeney’s denim ad gets dragged for eugenics vibes, and Trump wants Beyoncé prosecuted for something that didn’t happen.Speaking of Trump: His “free” plane is going to cost taxpayers a billion dollars to retrofit, he jetted off to Scotland on our dime and cheated at golf

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49:13

Keanu Isn’t Flirting with You, the Biebs Returns, You...

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2025/07/22

This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit meetthemess.substack.comMove over, Meet the Press—it’s time to MEET THE MESS!Today on the podcast, Keanu Reeves isn’t trying to hook up with you. (Sorry.) Also, the plague is back! (Cool.) And, should you be fibermaxxing?! Plus, seniors are losing their money in retirement homes, there’s a new cereal with bacon in it, and an unlikely pair of animals become friends.Also on the agenda: You can order a witch to cast a spell on Etsy (there

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63:16

Epstein File Fallout, Rosie vs. Trump, Trump’s FIFA...

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2025/07/16

This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit meetthemess.substack.comMove over, Meet the Press—it’s time to MEET THE MESS!This week on the podcast, Kristi Noem insists FEMA didn’t delay its response to the Texas floods, despite plenty of evidence to the contrary. Trump refuses to return a FIFA trophy, so the actual champions get stuck with a replica. (Stay classy.) MAGA is melting down over the Epstein files — find out who’s standing by Trump and who’s jumping ship.Plus, Trump

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74:40

Trump’s Big Beautiful Bill, Missing Epstein Files,...

Meet the Mess ·

2025/07/09

This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit meetthemess.substack.comMove over, Meet the Press—it’s time to MEET THE MESS!This week on the podcast, Epstein didn’t have a list, so move along, there’s nothing to see here!Plus, Trump’s “Big Beautiful Bill” has arrived—and it’s a doozy! And, a foul-mouthed parrot finds a forever home, dating culture takes a bleak turn, Elon Musk launches his own political party, and deadly floods devastate Texas. Also, Sean Combs is cleared of the most

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76:41

Bezos-Sánchez Wedding Backlash, Trump’s Big Beautiful...

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2025/07/02

This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit meetthemess.substack.comMove over, Meet the Press—it’s time to MEET THE MESS!This week on the podcast, Jen and Karyn dive into the Bezos-Sánchez wedding — a shameless display of wealth and excess. Trump’s “big beautiful bill” passes the Senate, and the outlook is grim. And, Kristi Noem has some serious explaining to do about how she paid for that $50K Rolex. 🤑Also, DIY beauty is on the rise. Find out which treatments are safe to do at

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76:47

Trump Bombs Iran, Uncrustables Taste Test, Love...

Meet the Mess ·

2025/06/24

This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit meetthemess.substack.comMove over, Meet the Press—it’s time to MEET THE MESS!This week on the podcast, Trump bombs Iran…but don’t worry, a 22-year-old grocery store clerk/lawn boy is in charge of terrorism prevention! 🥴 Meanwhile, Jen and Karyn taste-test Uncrustables to find out why they’re a billion-dollar business. Then it’s TV recap time! There’s a cold sore outbreak on Love Island, Karyn vents about And Just Like That (though she

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72:10

Trump’s Parade Flop, No Kings Protest, Murder of...

Meet the Mess ·

2025/06/17

This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit meetthemess.substack.comMove over, Meet the Press—it’s time to MEET THE MESS!This week on the podcast, Jen and Karyn tackle the most pressing question of the moment: Should Karyn get a Labubu? They also share updates on Trump’s flop of a military parade, the No Kings protest, and the tragic murder of Minnesota Rep. Melissa Hortman and her husband.In other news: Meta is making some users’ AI chat logs public, unlicensed therapy bots are

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