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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May 28, 2024 • 1h 36min
Deception
Kara and Liza break down the SVU episode “Deception” (Season 4, Episode 2) and discuss the wild crimes of Virginia Larzelere. SOURCES:The Daytona Beach News-Journal 1The Daytona Beach News-Journal 2Miami New TimesWHAT WOULD SISTER PEG DO:1in6 OrganizationNext week’s episode will be “Fast Times @ TheWheelHouse” (Season 23, Episode 5). Support this podcast by shopping our latest sponsor deals and promotions at this link: https://bit.ly/3yb7hqu See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
May 21, 2024 • 2h 11min
Snitch w/ Hakeem Kae-Kazim
Liza and Kara recap “Snitch” (Season 9, Episode 10), revisit the case of the polygamist preacher turned murderer Sean Goff, and interview the prolific Hakeem Kae-Kazim (Hotel Rwanda).SOURCES:WhosARat.comWikipedia - Stop Snitchin'Wikipedia - Whosarat.comNBC News 1NBC News 2OxygenTodayWHAT WOULD SISTER PEG DO:What is UNICEF doing to stop FGM?Next week’s episode will be “Deception” (Season 4, Episode 2).Support this podcast by shopping our latest sponsor deals and promotions at this link: https://bit.ly/3yb7hqu See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
May 14, 2024 • 1h 56min
Resilience w/ Rachael Bella
In this week’s episode, Kara and Liza cover SVU’s “Resilience” (Season 4, Episode 10), the horrific murders committed by serial killers Fred and Rosemary West, and talk with actor Rachael Bella (The Ring).SOURCES:BBCWikipedia - Rose WestCNNNBC NewsRecord-CourierThe BladeDaily Kent StaterMoreLawAkron Beacon JournalCleveland SceneWHAT WOULD SISTER PEG DO:Zero Abuse ProjectNext week’s episode will be “Snitch” (Season 9, Episode 10). See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
May 7, 2024 • 1h 58min
Honor w/ Aasif Mandvi
Today, Liza and Kara cover “Honor” (Season 2, Episode 2) and the murder of Tina Isa. Plus, they interview the prolific Aasif Mandvi.SOURCES:Wikipedia - Honor killingWikipedia - Murder of Tina IsaAmnesty International USAPBSNational Center for Biotechnology InformationPeopleKTVIGuarding the SecretsThe New York Times 1The New York Times 2WHAT WOULD SISTER PEG DO:World Central KitchenNext week’s episode will be “Resilience” (Season 4, Episode 10). See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Apr 30, 2024 • 2h 21min
Girl Dishonored w/ Skyler Day
This week, Liza and Kara recap “Girl Dishonored” (Season 14, Episode 20), discuss a variety of college fraternity-related crimes, and interview the multi-talented musician and actor Skyler Day (Parenthood).SOURCES:Wikipedia - Clery ActWikipedia - Murder of Laura DickinsonWikipedia - Death of Lizzy SeebergThe Arizona RepublicThe Amherst StudentABC NewsNational Catholic ReporterBuzzfeedGothamistUSA TodayWHAT WOULD SISTER PEG DO:Know Your IXNext week’s episode will be “Honor” (Season 2, Episode 2). See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Apr 23, 2024 • 1h 59min
Twenty-Five Acts
Kara and Liza break down “Twenty-Five Acts” (Season 14, Episode 3) and discuss the David Letterman blackmail scandal. SOURCES:ABC News 1ABC News 2ABC News 3ABC News 4ABC News 5Wikipedia - Stephanie BirkittCBS News 1CBS News 2CNNVanity FairThe New York TimesThe Washington PostWHAT WOULD SISTER PEG DO:Sexual Boundaries: How to Set ThemNext week’s episode will be “Girl Dishonored” (Season 14, Episode 20). See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Apr 16, 2024 • 2h 4min
Penetration w/ J.C. MacKenzie
Liza and Kara recap “Penetration” (Season 12, Episode 8), revisit the case of Matthew Hale and his target Judge Joan Lefkow, and interview Scorcese and SVU regular, J.C. MacKenzie. SOURCES:Wikipedia - Park51Wikipedia - Joan LefkowPark51.orgThe New York TimesNew York PostLos Angeles TimesChicago TribuneWHAT WOULD SISTER PEG DO:Southern Poverty Law CenterNext week’s episode will be “Twenty-Five Acts” (Season 14, Episode 3). See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Apr 9, 2024 • 2h 25min
Stocks & Bondage w/ Geoffrey Nauffts
In this week’s episode, Kara and Liza cover SVU’s “Stocks & Bondage” (Season 1; Episode 9), the cases of financial criminal Martin Frankel and homicide victim Sharon Lopatka, and talk with playwright, TV writer and Dick Wolf Universe regular, Geoffrey Nauffts.SOURCES:CNBCHartford CourantGreenwich TimeToledo BladeIndependentWashington Post - 1Washington Post - 2Wall Street Journal - 1Wall Street Journal - 2Wall Street Journal - 3Wall Street Journal - 4Wall Street Journal - 5Wall Street Journal - 6Wall Street Journal - 7NY TimesThe Herald-TimesCNNWHAT WOULD SISTER PEG DO:The Trevor Project - "Support for Self-Harm Recovery"Next week’s episode will be “Penetration” (Season 12, Episode 8). See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Apr 2, 2024 • 1h 20min
Missing Pieces
Today, Liza and Kara cover “Missing Pieces” (Season 13, Episode 5) and the hoax perpetrated by Joseph Bales and Helene Lemay. SOURCES:NY Times - 1NY Times - 2Washington PostTampa Bay TimesWHAT WOULD SISTER PEG DO:CDC: SIDSNext week’s episode will be “Stocks & Bondage” (Season 1, Episode 9). See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Mar 26, 2024 • 2h 21min
Crush w/ Noel Fisher
This week, Kara and Liza recap “Crush” (Season 10, Episode 20), the Kids for Cash scandal, and interview the SVU character we all love to hate, Dale Stuckey, aka the wonderful Noel Fisher.SOURCES:Juvenile Law CenterAP News - 1AP News - 2"Kids for Cash"Philadelphia InquirerNBC NewsNY Times - 1NY Times - 2CNNWHAT WOULD SISTER PEG DO:"Kids for Cash" DocumentaryNext week’s episode will be “Missing Pieces” (Season 13, Episode 5). See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
