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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Feb 27, 2024 • 1h 48min
Townhouse Incident
On today’s episode, Kara and Liza recap SVU’s “Townhouse Incident” (Season 17, Episode 11) and break down the horrific Cheshire home invasion murders. SOURCES:Washington PostWikipediaNY Times - 1NY Times - 2ABC NewsNY PostThe Cheshire Murders (HBO)New Haven RegisterWHAT WOULD SISTER PEG DO:Petit Family FoundationNext week’s episode will be “Internal Affairs” (Season 15, Episode 4). See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Feb 20, 2024 • 1h 43min
Down Low in Hell's Kitchen w/ L. Steven Taylor
In this week’s episode, Liza and Kara cover the SVU episode “Down Low in Hell’s Kitchen” (Season 21, Episode 3), the Jussie Smollett hate crime hoax, and interview the charming L. Steven Taylor. SOURCES:BBCFox 5 DCNY TimesVarietyWikipedia - 1Wikipedia - 2WHAT WOULD SISTER PEG DO:Human Rights CampaignNext week’s episode will be “Townhouse Incident” (Season 17, Episode 11). See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Feb 13, 2024 • 2h 42min
Juvenile w/ Becky Ann Baker
This week, Kara and Liza break down “Juvenile” (Season 4, Episode 9) and cover the two cases it’s based on, the murder of Ruth Pelke and the conviction of Lionel Tate. Plus, they interview the legendary Becky Ann Baker.SOURCES:Rolling StoneUSA TodayDeath Penalty Information CenterIndy StarCNNNY Times - 1NY Times - 2ABC7 Chicago - 1ABC7Chicago - 2Tampa Bay TimesCBS News - 1CBS News - 2Ocala StarBanner - 1Ocala StarBanner - 2Ocala StarBanner - 3WikipediaLA TimesSun SentinelNews On 6WHAT WOULD SISTER PEG DO:The Sentencing ProjectNext week’s episode will be “Down Low in Hell’s Kitchen” (Season 21, Episode 3). See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Feb 6, 2024 • 1h 48min
A Story of More Woe w/ Mark Tallman
Today, Liza and Kara cover the SVU episode “A Story of More Woe” (Season 20, Episode 13), the mysterious murder of Terry King, and chat with the talented Mark Tallman.SOURCES:CBS News - 1CBS News - 2NY Times - 1NY Times - 2NY Times - 3WikipediaWHAT WOULD SISTER PEG DO:"A Perversion of Justice: A Southern Tragedy of Murder, Lies, and Innocence Betrayed"Next week’s episode will be “Juvenile” (Season 4, Episode 9). See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Jan 30, 2024 • 1h 58min
Heightened Emotions w/ Brit Morgan
On today’s episode, Kara and Liza cover the SVU episode “Heightened Emotions” (Season 18, Episode 4), the wild story of Olympian Suzy Favor Hamilton, and interview the talented Brit Morgan.SOURCES:Olympics.comInternational Bipolar FoundationABC NewsPeopleYahooThe New YorkerElleSports IllustratedTimes of San DiegoWHAT WOULD SISTER PEG DO:Depression and Bipolar Support Alliance (DBSA)Next week’s episode will be “A Story of More Woe” (Season 20, Episode 13). See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Jan 23, 2024 • 1h 53min
Blood w/ Allison Siko
This week, Liza and Kara recap SVU’s “Blood” (Season 6, Episode 21) and break down the case against Cynthia Ann Pinson. Plus, guests are back with a bang, with none other than Stabler’s daughter Kathleen, Allison Siko.SOURCES:LA TimesWikipediaWBAL-TV 11 NewsPubMedWHAT WOULD SISTER PEG DO:ElderAbuse.orgNext week's episode will be “Heightened Emotions” (Season 18, Episode 4). See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Jan 16, 2024 • 1h 25min
Dependent
Today, Kara and Liza cover the SVU episode “Dependent” (Season 8, Episode 14) and dissect the horrific murders perpetrated by 12-year-old Jasmine Richardson and her 23-year-old boyfriend Jeremy Steinke.SOURCES:The New Zealand HeraldDaily StarWHAT WOULD SISTER PEG DO:Futures Without ViolenceNext week’s episode will be “Blood” (Season 6, Episode 21). See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Jan 9, 2024 • 1h 25min
Baby Killer
In this week’s episode, Liza and Kara recap “Baby Killer” (Season 2, Episode 5) and discuss the heartbreaking murder of Kayla Rolland.SOURCES:The New York TimesABC NewsWikipedia - Killing of Kayla RollandCNNMLive.comWHAT WOULD SISTER PEG DO:Moms Demand Action for Gun Sense in AmericaNext week’s episode will be “Dependent” (Season 8, Episode 14). See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Jan 2, 2024 • 1h 51min
Breakwater
This week, Kara and Liza recap the episode “Breakwater” (Season 24, Episode 5). Plus, they discuss the Chicago Park District lifeguard sexual abuse scandal and the Paul Hickson rape cases.SOURCES:Cook County Sheriff's OfficeWBEZ 1WBEZ 2WBEZ 3WBEZ 4WBEZ 5WBEZ 6WBEZ 7WBEZ 8Chicago Sun-Times 1Chicago Sun-Times 2Chicago Sun-Times 3Chicago Sun-Times 4Chicago Sun-Times 5The IndependentThe HeraldWikipedia - Paul HicksonThe StatesmanWHAT WOULD SISTER PEG DO:Safe4AthletesNext week’s episode will be “Baby Killer” (Season 2, Episode 5). See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Dec 19, 2023 • 1h 42min
Merchandise
On today’s episode, Liza and Kara break down the SVU episode “Merchandise” (Season 12, Episode 4) and dissect the death of Janice Marie Young and the 2004 New York Times article ‘The Girls Next Door.’SOURCES:Wikipedia - Death of Janice Marie YoungKTVU FOX 2Tampa Bay TimesThe New York TimesBall State UniversityThe DeadboltYou're Wrong About: Human TraffickingFront Page ConfidentialWHAT WOULD SISTER PEG DO:You're Wrong About: Human TraffickingNext week’s episode will be “Breakwater” (Season 24, Episode 5). See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
