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.
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Aug 26, 2025 • 2h 13min
Conned w/ Ally Walker
In this week’s episode, Liza and Kara tackle “Conned” (Season 11, Episode 19), discuss the outrageous crimes of con artist Christian Karl Gerhartsreiter, and interview the fabulous Ally Walker. SOURCES:Vanity FairCNN 1CNN 2ABC NewsThe New York Times 1The New York Times 2Wikipedia - Christian GerhartsreiterThe Boston GlobeLos Angeles TimesEmpowerment Ave.PeopleWikipedia - Mary Kay Letourneau WHAT WOULD SISTER PEG DO:Grooming: Know the Warning Signs Next week’s episode will be “In Loco Parentis” (Season 19, Episode 15). Support this podcast by shopping our latest sponsor deals and promotions at this link: https://bit.ly/3yb7hquSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Aug 19, 2025 • 2h 10min
Street Revenge w/ Michael Rispoli
This week, Kara and Liza cover the SVU episode “Street Revenge” (Season 13, Episode 19), discuss the Rain City Superhero Movement, and interview the wonderful Michael Rispoli. SOURCES:The WeekKUOWRLSH WikiSlateWikipedia - SlutWalkSlutWalk PeoriaThe EscapistThe Fall of Phoenix JonesCNN WHAT WOULD SISTER PEG DO:Responding to the Incel Ideology Next week’s episode will be “Conned” (Season 11, Episode 19). Support this podcast by shopping our latest sponsor deals and promotions at this link: https://bit.ly/3yb7hquSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Aug 12, 2025 • 2h 5min
Shock Collar w/ JJ Pyle
Today, Liza and Kara discuss the episode “Shock Collar” (Season 26, Episode 20), investigate the disturbing case involving the YouTube channel FamilyOFive, and interview the delightful JJ Pyle. SOURCES:Fox 29People 1People 2Daily VoiceNew York MagazineWikipedia - DaddyOFiveWTOP NewsStarcasmOfficialFamilyOFive.com WHAT WOULD SISTER PEG DO:American Humane Society Next week’s episode will be “Street Revenge” (Season 13, Episode 19). Support this podcast by shopping our latest sponsor deals and promotions at this link: https://bit.ly/3yb7hquSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Aug 5, 2025 • 2h 25min
Wet w/ David Krumholtz
This week, Liza and Kara recap the wild episode “Wet” (Season 12, Episode 5), discuss the 1986 "Jack the Snipper" case in Los Angeles, and interview the magnificent David Krumholtz. SOURCES:Los Angeles TimesUnited Press International 1United Press International 2SFGATEWikipedia - Cordelia BotkinKings River Life Magazine WHAT WOULD SISTER PEG DO:Teacher Wishlists Next week’s episode will be “Shock Collar" (Season 26, Episode 20). Support this podcast by shopping our latest sponsor deals and promotions at this link: https://bit.ly/3yb7hquSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Jul 29, 2025 • 1h 53min
Trick-Rolled at the Moulin
In this week’s episode, Kara and Liza tackle “Trick-Rolled at the Moulin” (Season 22, Episode 13) and discuss the outrageous crimes committed by a group of exotic dancers at the Scores strip club in New York. SOURCES:WSB-TV 1WSB-TV 2Athens Banner-HeraldFox 23Fox 5 AtlantaMarietta Daily JournalHerald GazetteThe CutTimeVultureEntertainment Weekly WHAT WOULD SISTER PEG DO:Narcotics Anonymous Next week’s episode will be “Wet” (Season 12, 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.
Jul 22, 2025 • 1h 47min
Betrayal's Climax w/ Fiona Robert
This week, Liza and Kara cover the SVU episode “Betrayal's Climax” (Season 15, Episode 13), discuss the rape conviction of a Virginian MS-13 gang member, and interview the wonderful actor and filmmaker Fiona Robert. SOURCES: Richmond Times-Dispatch United States Attorney’s Office - Eastern District of Virginia 1 United States Attorney’s Office - Eastern District of Virginia 2 Wikipedia - MS-13 WHAT WOULD SISTER PEG DO: Homeboy Industries Next week’s episode will be “Trick-Rolled at the Moulin” (Season 22, 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.
Jul 15, 2025 • 1h 47min
Anchor
Today, Kara and Liza discuss the episode “Anchor” (Season 11, Episode 10), the offensive concept of “Anchor Babies,” and the horrific, racially motivated murder of Vincent Chin. SOURCES:OxygenThe New York TimesNew York PostThe University of New Mexico - Asian American Pacific Islander Resource CenterJustiaCNNNBC NewsMITDetroit Free PressThe Guardian WHAT WOULD SISTER PEG DO:Stop AAPI Hate Next week’s episode will be “Betrayal's Climax” (Season 15, 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.
Jul 8, 2025 • 2h 16min
Liberties w/ Jon Patrick Walker
This week, Liza and Kara recap “Liberties” (Season 10, Episode 21), discuss the tragic life of Steven Stayner, and interview the wonderful Jon Patrick Walker. SOURCES:Los Angeles TimesCBS NewsHi-Desert StarBillings GazetteK2 RadioPeopleWikipedia - Steven StaynerThe New York Times 1The New York Times 2The Spokesman-ReviewCaptive Audience: A Real American Horror StoryWikipedia - Kenneth ParnellWikipedia - Cary Stayner WHAT WOULD SISTER PEG DO:Captive Audience: A Real American Horror Story Next week’s episode will be “Anchor" (Season 11, Episode 10). Support this podcast by shopping our latest sponsor deals and promotions at this link: https://bit.ly/3yb7hquSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Jul 1, 2025 • 1h 56min
Manhunt
This week, Kara and Liza cover the SVU episode “Manhunt” (Season 2, Episode 18) and discuss two unbelievably horrific cases - the serial killers Leonard Lake & Charles Ng and the murdering pastor Gary M. Heidnik. SOURCES:A & E6 ABCCNNThe New York Times 1The New York Times 2The New York Times 3The New York Times 4The New York Times 5JustiaOxygen 1Oxygen 2SFGATELos Angeles Times WHAT WOULD SISTER PEG DO:Manifesto of a Serial Killer Next week’s episode will be “Liberties” (Season 10, Episode 21). Support this podcast by shopping our latest sponsor deals and promotions at this link: https://bit.ly/3yb7hquSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Jun 24, 2025 • 2h 2min
Nocturne w/ Wilson Jermaine Heredia
This week, Liza and Kara cover the SVU episode “Nocturne” (Season 1, Episode 21), dissect the sex crimes of a Brooklyn middle school music teacher, and interview the iconic Wilson Jermaine Heredia (Rent). SOURCES:The New York Times 1The New York Times 2The New York Times 3The New York Times 4The Awareness Center WHAT WOULD SISTER PEG DO:Coalition for Humane Immigrant Rights of Los Angeles Next week’s episode will be “Manhunt” (Season 2, 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.
