That's Messed Up: An SVU Podcast
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Each week, comedians and amateur detectives Liza Treyger and Kara Klenk break down episodes of NBC’s Law & Order: SVU, take a deep dive into the true crimes they're based on and interview on-screen talent, ranging from big stars to joggers who find the body. These are their stories. Dun dun!
Tune in as they discuss all things not only Law & Order: SVU, but unfiltered hot takes on entertainment, TV, pop culture and more! Members of the elite squad like Kelli Giddish, BD Wong and Diane Neal have previously guested along with many more! Plus, the two friends frequently take to the stage with live shows featuring a PowerPoint, games and lots of laughs. Go to http://thatsmesseduplive.com or check their Instagram @thatsmesseduppod to check tour dates and get episode homework!
That’s Messed Up: An SVU Podcast is part of the Exactly Right podcast network that provides a platform for bold, creative voices to bring to life provocative, entertaining and relatable stories for audiences everywhere. The Exactly Right roster of podcasts covers a variety of topics including true crime, comedic interviews and news, science, pop culture and more. Podcasts on the network include My Favorite Murder with Karen Kilgariff and Georgia Hardstark, I Said No Gifts!, This Podcast Will Kill You, Bananas and more.
Tune in as they discuss all things not only Law & Order: SVU, but unfiltered hot takes on entertainment, TV, pop culture and more! Members of the elite squad like Kelli Giddish, BD Wong and Diane Neal have previously guested along with many more! Plus, the two friends frequently take to the stage with live shows featuring a PowerPoint, games and lots of laughs. Go to http://thatsmesseduplive.com or check their Instagram @thatsmesseduppod to check tour dates and get episode homework!
That’s Messed Up: An SVU Podcast is part of the Exactly Right podcast network that provides a platform for bold, creative voices to bring to life provocative, entertaining and relatable stories for audiences everywhere. The Exactly Right roster of podcasts covers a variety of topics including true crime, comedic interviews and news, science, pop culture and more. Podcasts on the network include My Favorite Murder with Karen Kilgariff and Georgia Hardstark, I Said No Gifts!, This Podcast Will Kill You, Bananas and more.
Episodes
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Dec 9, 2025 • 1h 47min
Misleader
This week, Liza and Kara cover the episode, “Misleader” (Season 1, Episode 17), and discuss the scandalous George Roche III affair at Hillsdale College. SOURCES:Vanity FairThe New York TimesWikipedia - George Roche IIIWikipedia - Hillsdale CollegeNational Review WHAT WOULD SISTER PEG DO:Toys For Tots Next week’s episode will be “Pop” (Season 12, Episode 11). Support this podcast by shopping our latest sponsor deals and promotions at this link: https://bit.ly/3yb7hquSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Dec 2, 2025 • 2h 38min
They'd Already Disappeared w/ Blake DeLong
Today, Kara and Liza discuss the SVU episode “They'd Already Disappeared” (Season 23, Episode 7). They investigate multiple cases, including the infamous Anatoly Moskvin and his 29 mummified human dolls. And to cleanse the palate, they interview the incredibly talented Blake DeLong. SOURCES:Texas Department of Public SafetyFBI.govThe CutBBCThe SunThe New York TimesWikipedia - Harrison GrahamThe GuardianCNNCBC 1CBC 2 WHAT WOULD SISTER PEG DO:Dollmaker:The Anatoly Moskvin Story Next week’s episode will be “Misleader” (Season 1, Episode 17). Support this podcast by shopping our latest sponsor deals and promotions at this link: https://bit.ly/3yb7hquSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Nov 25, 2025 • 1h 44min
Blast
This week, Liza and Kara recap the wild episode,“Blast” (Season 7, Episode 13), and discuss two crimes - the horrific Marion Parker case and the insane North Hollywood shootout. SOURCES:Wikipedia - Murder of Marion ParkerChattanooga Daily TimesVisalia Times-DeltaAlbany Democrat-HeraldButterfly in the RainWikipedia - North Hollywood shootoutNBC Los AngelesLos Angeles Times WHAT WOULD SISTER PEG DO:No Kid Hungry Next week’s episode will be “They'd Already Disappeared" (Season 23, Episode 7). Support this podcast by shopping our latest sponsor deals and promotions at this link: https://bit.ly/3yb7hquSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Nov 18, 2025 • 2h 15min
Desperate w/ Rob Estes
In this week’s episode, Kara and Liza tackle “Desperate” (Season 4, Episode 18), discuss the fascinating life of activist Faye Yager, and interview the iconic Rob Estes (Melrose Place). SOURCES:NYCLUFBI.gov 1FBI.gov 2Florida Department of Law EnforcementThe New York Times 1The New York Times 2The New York Times 3The New York Times 4The New York Times 5The New York Times 6A & EChild Abuse Solutions, IncNewsweekWikipedia - Faye Yager WHAT WOULD SISTER PEG DO:Underground Railroad, Inc. Next week’s episode will be “Blast” (Season 7, Episode 13). Support this podcast by shopping our latest sponsor deals and promotions at this link: https://bit.ly/3yb7hquSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Nov 11, 2025 • 1h 59min
Genes w/ Michael Torpey
This week, Liza and Kara cover the episode,“Genes” (Season 18, Episode 13), discuss the blackout murders perpetrated by Paul Cox, and interview the delightful Michael Torpey. SOURCES:The New York Times 1The New York Times 2The New York Times 3Encyclopedia.comThe GuardianNew York Daily NewsCOX v. MILLER (2002) WHAT WOULD SISTER PEG DO:Is Sexual Offending Genetic? By Will Davies Next week’s episode will be “Desperate” (Season 4, Episode 18). Support this podcast by shopping our latest sponsor deals and promotions at this link: https://bit.ly/3yb7hquSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Nov 4, 2025 • 2h 6min
Russian Love Poem
Today, Kara and Liza discuss the early SVU episode “Russian Love Poem” (Season 1, Episode 12) and dissect the vicious bludgeoning of the Atlanta millionaire Lance Herndon. SOURCES:NBC NewsNBCUnited Press InternationalOrlando SentinelBETThe Atlanta Journal-ConstitutionTampa Bay TimesNPRPublishers WeeklyBaugh V. State (2003)Court TVMurderpedia WHAT WOULD SISTER PEG DO:The Real Murders of Atlanta Next week’s episode will be “Genes” (Season 18, Episode 13). Support this podcast by shopping our latest sponsor deals and promotions at this link: https://bit.ly/3yb7hquSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Oct 28, 2025 • 2h 6min
Rape Interrupted w/ Anna Osceola
This week, Liza and Kara recap “Rape Interrupted” (Season 18, Episode 5), discuss the horrific Brock Turner case, and interview the wonderful Anna Osceola. SOURCES:The Washington PostAssociated PressStanford MagazineCNNVoxThe New YorkerThe GuardianWikipedia - People v. TurnerBuzzfeed NewsHuffpost WHAT WOULD SISTER PEG DO:Know My Name: A MemoirMagnolia Wu Unfolds It All Next week’s episode will be “Russian Love Poem" (Season 1, Episode 12). Support this podcast by shopping our latest sponsor deals and promotions at this link: https://bit.ly/3yb7hquSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Oct 21, 2025 • 2h 21min
Probability of Doom w/ Sarah Lynn Marion
In this week’s episode, Kara and Liza tackle “Probability of Doom” (Season 25, Episode 7), discuss the sympathetic crimes of Brigitte Harris, and interview the delightful Sarah Lynn Marion. SOURCES:PeopleNBC NewsWikipedia - Sheila LaBarreThe New York Times 1The New York Times 2Staten Island AdvanceNew York Magazine 1New York Magazine 2 WHAT WOULD SISTER PEG DO:Rising Ground Next week’s episode will be “Rape Interrupted” (Season 18, Episode 5). Support this podcast by shopping our latest sponsor deals and promotions at this link: https://bit.ly/3yb7hquSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Oct 14, 2025 • 2h 18min
Closure (Part I & II)
This week, Kara and Liza cover a two-part episode,“Closure” (Part I & II) (Season 1, Episode 10 & Season 2, Episode 3), and discuss the crimes of two different horrific rapists - Isaac Jones (a.k.a. "The Bronx Rapist") and Ronnie Shelton (a.k.a. "The West Side Rapist"). SOURCES:United Press InternationalThe New York Times 1The New York Times 2New York Daily NewsNew York Post 1New York Post 2WKYCWFMJAssociated PressCleveland.comReddit WHAT WOULD SISTER PEG DO:RAINN Next week’s episode will be “Probability of Doom” (Season 25, Episode 7). Support this podcast by shopping our latest sponsor deals and promotions at this link: https://bit.ly/3yb7hquSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Oct 7, 2025 • 2h 3min
Rotten w/ Terry Serpico
Today, Liza and Kara discuss the episode “Rotten” (Season 4, Episode 13), analyze the grisly crimes of serial killer Manuel Pardo, and interview the legendary Terry Serpico. SOURCES:New York Daily News 1New York Daily News 2Wikipedia - Assault of Abner LouimaThe New York Times 1The New York Times 2CNNNBC NewsWikipedia - Manuel Pardo (serial killer)Ask MenThe Huffington Post WHAT WOULD SISTER PEG DO:National Police Accountability Project (NPAP) Next week’s episodes will be “Closure (Part I & II)” (Season 1, Episode 10 & Season 2, Episode 3). Support this podcast by shopping our latest sponsor deals and promotions at this link: https://bit.ly/3yb7hquSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
