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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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.
Dec 12, 2023 • 1h 37min
Russian Brides
This week, Kara and Liza recap “Russian Brides” (Season 13, Episode 7) and discuss the horrific crimes of Jurijus Kadamovas and Iouri Mikhel. SOURCES:The Seattle TimesLos Angeles TimesThe Orange County RegisterLos Angeles Daily News 1Los Angeles Daily News 2Death Penalty Information CenterFederal Trade Commission 1Federal Trade Commission 2RussiaWoman.orgThe New York TimesCNNEast Bay TimesWHAT WOULD SISTER PEG DO:What to Know About Romance ScamsNext week’s episode will be “Merchandise” (Season 12, Episode 4). See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Dec 5, 2023 • 2h
A Misunderstanding
On today’s episode, Liza and Kara break down the episode “A Misunderstanding” (Season 17, Episode 12) and discuss the Owen Labrie “Senior Salute” rape case perpetrated at the elite St. Paul’s School.SOURCES:Vanity FairThe New York TimesViceABC NewsWikipedia - St. Paul's School (New Hampshire)The Boston GlobeJezebelWHAT WOULD SISTER PEG DO:I Have the Right To: A High School Survivor's Story of Sexual Assault, Justice, and HopeTeacher Wishlists on ‘Things I Bought and Liked’Next week’s episode will be “Russian Brides” (Season 13, Episode 7). See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Nov 28, 2023 • 1h 52min
Surveillance
This week, Kara and Liza recap the SVU episode “Surveillance” (Season 3, Episode 17) and cover the very creepy Susan Wilson case. SOURCES:CBS NewsABC News 1ABC News 2The News StarWomen's Congressional Policy InstituteEisner Gorin LLPLegal Information InstituteWomensLaw.orgThe Spokesman-ReviewNew York PostWHAT WOULD SISTER PEG DO:988 Suicide & Crisis LifelineNext week’s episode will be “A Misunderstanding” (Season 17, Episode 12). See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Nov 21, 2023 • 1h 26min
Depravity Standard
Today, Liza and Kara cover “Depravity Standard” (Season 17, Episode 9) and dissect the terrifying disappearance of Etan Patz. SOURCES:Wikipedia - Disappearance of Etan PatzThe New York Times 1The New York Times 2The New York Times 3ABC NewsNew York MagazineWHAT WOULD SISTER PEG DO:The Lost Boy - “48 Hours”Next week’s episode will be “Surveillance” (Season 3, Episode 17). See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Nov 14, 2023 • 1h 29min
Manhattan Vigil
In this week’s episode, Liza and Kara recap “Manhattan Vigil” (Season 14, Episode 5) and discuss the upsetting Bobby Greenlease kidnapping case.SOURCES:St. Louis Post-DispatchFBI.govWikipedia - Murder of Bobby GreenleaseWHAT WOULD SISTER PEG DO:International Centre for Missing & Exploited ChildrenNext week’s episode will be “Depravity Standard” (Season 17, Episode 9). See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Nov 7, 2023 • 1h 46min
Solitary
This week, Kara and Liza recap the episode “Solitary” (Season 11, Episode 3). Plus, they cover four different real-life events: the murder of Mary Rogers, the disappearance of Margot Kidder, the release of Herman Bell, and Norman Mailer’s involvement with convicted killer Jack Abbott. In support of the SAG-AFTRA strike, there will be no guests on this episode. SOURCES:Mental FlossChicago TribuneThe New York Times 1The New York Times 2The New York Times 3The New York Times 4The New York Times 5The Washington PostCBS NewsWikipedia - Norman MailerWHAT WOULD SISTER PEG DO:Time: The Kalief Browder StoryNext week’s episode will be “Manhattan Vigil” (Season 14, Episode 5). See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Oct 31, 2023 • 1h 36min
Tortured
On today’s episode, Liza and Kara break down “Tortured” (Season 4, Episode 16) and dissect the truly horrific murders of renowned serial killer Jerry Brudos.In support of the SAG-AFTRA strike, there will be no guests on this episode. SOURCES:Wikipedia - Jerry BrudosThat Oregon LifeRadford UniversityCrime LibraryWHAT WOULD SISTER PEG DO:Lust Killer by Ann RuleNext week’s episode will be “Solitary” (Season 11, Episode 3). See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
