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 16, 2022 • 2h 4min
Undercover Mother w/ Laura Gómez
Today’s episode includes a recap of “Undercover Mother” (Season 16, Episode 15), the story of the disappearance of Marita Verón, and have a chat with the wonderful Laura Gómez (Orange Is the New Black).SOURCES:BBCGlamourTip HeroesNY TimesWHAT WOULD SISTER PEG DO: The National Human Trafficking Hotlinehttps://humantraffickinghotline.org/Next week’s episode will be “Criminal” (Season 5, Episode 21). See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Aug 9, 2022 • 1h 58min
Taken w/ Jenna Lamia
Liza and Kara talk about “Taken” (Season 2, Episode 8) and explore the history of the Irish Travellers and a rape allegation at Disney World. Then they have a conversation with multi-hyphenate Jenna Lamia (Awkward, Resident Alien).SOURCES:Tampa Bay TimesWikipedia - Irish TravellersCult Education InstituteDateline NBCWHAT WOULD SISTER PEG DO:Just Detention International - “A health and human rights organization that seeks to end sexual abuse in all forms of detention.”https://justdetention.org/ Next week’s episode will be “Undercover Mother” (Season 16, Episode 15). See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Aug 2, 2022 • 2h 22min
Savior w/ Henry Zebrowski
Today, Liza and Kara go over SVU’s “Savior” (Season 11, Episode 14), analyze the crimes of The Yorkshire Ripper, and have a conversation with the very funny Henry Zebrowski.SOURCES:Biography.comWikipedia - Peter Sutcliffe‘The Ripper’ - DocumentaryUSA TodayExeculink.comManchester Evening NewsWHAT WOULD SISTER PEG DO: Treasures - “Empowering women in the sex industry and survivors of trafficking to live healthy, flourishing lives.”https://www.iamatreasure.com/Next week’s episode will be “Taken” (Season 2, Episode 8). See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Jul 26, 2022 • 2h 15min
Zero Tolerance w/ Scarlett Lopez
On this week’s episode, Liza and Kara break down the SVU episode, “Zero Tolerance” (Season 20, Episode 3), do a deep dive into the Trump family separation policy and the Southwest Key Facilities abuses, and have a great conversation with up-and-comer Scarlett Lopez.SOURCES:AZ Central - 1AZ Central - 2Department of Justice - U.S. Attorney’s Office - District of ArizonaSouthwestKey.orgNY Times - 1NY Times - 2NY Times - 3NY Times - 4NY Times - 5NY Times - 6NY Times - 7NY Times - 8NY Times - 9NY Times - 10AP News Washington PostHuman Rights Watch - 1Human Rights Watch - 2WHAT WOULD SISTER PEG DO: Al Otro Lado - Justice For Migrantshttps://alotrolado.org/Next week’s episode will be “Savior” (Season 11, Episode 14). See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Jul 19, 2022 • 2h 34min
Daydream Believer w/ Dallas Roberts
On this week’s episode, Liza and Kara break down the SVU episode, “Daydream Believer” (Season 16, Episode 20), cover the terrors of the (yet to be identified) Long Island Serial Killer, and chat with the delightful Dallas Roberts.SOURCES:Investigation Discovery - 1Investigation Discovery - 2Rolling StoneNY TimesWikipediaLong Island PressDen of GeekCBS News - 1CBS News - 2WHAT WOULD SISTER PEG DO: https://www.gilgonews.com/Next week’s episode will be “Zero Tolerance” (Season 20, Episode 3). See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Jul 12, 2022 • 2h 36min
Did You Believe in Miracles w/ Virginia Kull
This week, Kara and Liza recap SVU’s “Did You Believe in Miracles?” (Season 23, Episode 20), go through the history of the kidnappings of Jan Broberg Felt, and talk to the lovely Virginia Kull. SOURCES:Documentary: Abducted in Plain SightWHAT WOULD SISTER PEG DO: Abducted in Plain Sight - https://www.netflix.com/title/81000864Next week’s episode will be “Daydream Believer” (Season 16, Episode 20). See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Jul 5, 2022 • 2h 25min
Criminal Stories w/ Summer Bishil
Today, Liza and Kara dive into SVU’s “Criminal Stories” (Season 15, Episode 18), break down the Tawana Brawley rape allegations, and sit down with the very talented, Summer Bishil.SOURCES:NY Times - 1NY Times - 2WikipediaInternet Archive - 1Internet Archive - 2NPRHistoryNewsweekWHAT WOULD SISTER PEG DO: Equal Rights Advocates - https://www.equalrights.org/advice-for-muslim-south-asian-survivors/Next week’s episode will be “Did You Believe in Miracles?” (Season 23, Episode 20). See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Jun 28, 2022 • 2h 3min
Limitations w/ Jenny Bacon
On this week’s episode, Liza and Kara break down the classic SVU episode, “Limitations” (Season 1, Episode 14), cover the background of both the Kathleen Ham case and the crimes of the “Balcony Rapist”, and have a chat with the lovely, Jenny Bacon.SOURCES:NBC NewsNY TimesGotham GazetteGlobal NewsThe Globe and MailBuffalo News - 1Buffalo News - 2 WHAT WOULD SISTER PEG DO: “Should Statutes of Limitations for Rape Be Abolished?” - https://www.nytimes.com/2018/06/19/magazine/should-statutes-of-limitations-for-rape-be-abolished.html Next week’s episode will be “Criminal Stories” (Season 15, Episode 18). See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Jun 21, 2022 • 2h 8min
Starved w/ Veronica Cartwright
In this episode, acclaimed actress Veronica Cartwright, known for her iconic roles in 'The Birds' and 'Alien,' shares her journey through the entertainment industry. The discussion touches on her early acting experiences alongside family, including memorable encounters with legendary filmmakers. They also explore the emotional complexities of end-of-life decisions and the controversial Terri Schiavo case, highlighting the ethical dilemmas families face. Cartwright's anecdotes add a nostalgic touch, revealing the unpredictable nature of Hollywood.
Jun 14, 2022 • 1h 54min
Legacy w/ Yancey Arias
Today, Liza and Kara go way back to discuss the early SVU episode, “Legacy” (Season 2, Episode 4), break down the murder of Elisa Izquierdo, and have a conversation with the very delightful actor, Yancey Arias.SOURCES:NewsweekNY Times - 1NY Times - 2NY Times - 3NY Times - 4NY Times - 5NY Times - 6NY Times - 7NY Times - 8NY Times - 9NY Times - 10WHAT WOULD SISTER PEG DO: Prevent Child Abuse America - https://preventchildabuse.org/ Next week’s episode will be “Starved” (Season 7, Episode 8). See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
