

Mean But True with Suzanne Lambert
Suzanne Lambert & Studio71
If you have nothing nice to say, you can sit with us. Suzanne Lambert, the "Regina George liberal," presents Mean But True —an unapologetically irreverent and lighthearted podcast that explores pop culture, current events, and the politics that shape our everyday lives. Strong opinions about inconsequential (and otherwise) topics are encouraged. Do you have something mean but true you need to get off your chest? Put it in the book—and on the pod.
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Jan 27, 2026 • 53min
Sami Sage Wants You To Try Stuff
It’s Mean But Truesday, and we needed this episode and these laughs, tbh. It only makes the MOST sense ever to have Sami Sage join the pod! Sami is the co-founder of Betches Media; the biggest and most powerful humor platform for women. She runs Betches News, the Morning Announcements podcast, and is the co-author of the book Democracy in Retrograde.
In this episode, we cover a lot of ground, including the Beckham family drama, why everyone is trying to cancel the Glambot guy, and Sami’s advice for working successfully with friends. Plus, Suzanne sets the record straight on some of y’all switching up your NSYNC narrative.
Follow Suzanne: @itssuzannelambert
Follow Sami: @sami
Follow BetchesNews: @betches_news
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Jan 20, 2026 • 53min
Jeremy Jacobowitz Loves Japanese 7-Eleven
Welcome back to Mean But Truesday! Today our good friend Jeremy Jacobowitz joins the podcast. You probably know Jer Bear (can we call you that?) from Brunch Boys, the Let Me Tell You Why podcast, his extensive work in TV and film (including working as a producer and assistant for Bobby Flay), and eating at the best places while gracing our screens— all over social media and TV.
Today we will discuss what it’s like to work for Bobby Flay, his judgmental take on Suzanne’s bagel order (so rude for what?!), and of course, some of his favorite spots to go in NYC.
Follow Suzanne: @itssuzannelambert
Follow Jeremy: @jeremyjacobowitz
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Jan 13, 2026 • 1h 10min
Sydnee Washington Grew Up on Lifetime
Hey yall! It’s Mean But Truesday and we are beyond excited to welcome the iconic, hilarious Sydnee Washington to the pod. Comedian, model, actress, podcaster—Sydnee is truly a multi-hyphenate. You’ve probably seen her on Comedy Central’s 2018 Up Next showcase, or cracked up listening to MESS with Sydnee Washington & Marie Faustin. Either way, she does not miss.
In this episode, we get into how soil actually dies (???), being compared to Rosa Parks at a young age, our dream funerals, and why weddings can turn toxic.
Follow Suzanne: @itssuzannelambert
Follow Sydnee Washington: @justsydbw
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Jan 6, 2026 • 55min
Liza Treyger is Naming Names
It’s Mean But Truesday and we are thrilled to welcome our friend, inspiration and icon Liza Treyger to the pod! Liza’s Netflix special, Night Owl, is a must-watch (streaming now)! You may have seen her on her standup tour, on NBC’s Last Comic Standing, Late Night with Seth Meyers, Chelsea Lately, Survival of the Thickest, Nope, and The King of Staten Island (go off, credits)!!! Liza also co-hosts That's Messed Up: An SVU Podcast.
In this episode, we will discuss the cringiest standup comics, our favorite standup comics, what Liza is training for, and why she loves blizzards.
Follow Suzanne: @itssuzannelambert
Follow Liza Treyger: @glittercheese
See full episodes on our YouTube channel: @itssuzannelambert
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Dec 30, 2025 • 53min
Adam Rippon Believes in Whole Milk
Happy holidays! How lucky are we to celebrate with THE Adam Rippon?! You could say Adam is busy: winning a bronze Olympic medal for figure skating at the 2018 Olympics, winning Dancing With the Stars, writing his book Beautiful on the Outside, hosting his podcast Intrusive Thoughts, opening his medspa (coming soon!), and being free of inhibitions at the grocery store.
In this episode, we talk about the ideal career path for Catholics (sainthood) and why it didn’t pan out for us; a few of the most important it girls of our time (Miss Clavel, JonBenet Ramsey, and Amelia Bedelia, to name a few); and what Adam’s book and the Book of Mormon have in common. Plus, which neurotoxin Adam would name his daughter after.
Follow Suzanne: @itssuzannelambert
Follow Adam Rippon: @adaripp
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Dec 16, 2025 • 60min
Harry Sisson Wants to Fight Stephen Miller
Remember the time the President of the United States posted an AI video of a fighter jet literally dumping sh*t on Harry’s head? Just felt it was necessary to point that out before continuing :) We are so excited to welcome Harry to Mean But True! We will chat about the MAGA movement to deport Harry (spoiler: he’s an American citizen), our opps and how dumb they are, and what our walkout songs would be if we were professional baseball players. Plus, our take on recent internet drama.
Follow Suzanne: @itssuzannelambert
Follow Harry: @harryjsisson
See full episodes on our YouTube channel: @itssuzannelambert
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Dec 12, 2025 • 25min
BONUS EPISODE: Gavin Newsom Thinks Mike Johnson is Buying All the Kneepads
It was only a matter of time— Governor Gavin Newsom joins Mean But True for a bonus episode of the ages! As the Governor of California, Gov. Newsom has made shockwaves around the country for fighting fire with fire, fiercely (and we mean fiercely) advocating for Californians, the successful passage of Prop 50, and generally bodying the Trump administration through memes on a daily basis. In this episode, we will discuss some of his most noteworthy moments of the year ahead of the release of his book, Young Man in a Hurry.
Follow Suzanne: @itssuzannelambert
Follow Gavin: @gavinnewsom
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Dec 9, 2025 • 58min
Tyler Bender Has Figured Out Gen Z Tradwives
The impossibly clever, charming and hilarious Tyler Bender joins us on Mean But Truesday! You may recognize Tyler from her hilarious anti-cooking show “Tyler’s Kitschen,” her culturally defining parody as the “original almond mom,” and brilliant sketch comedy all across your FYP. We discuss things we like to lie about, how people in run clubs should be punished, and the struggles of being a child film director. Plus, a SCORCHING hot take on the worst SATC character that may just get us canceled.
Follow Suzanne: @itssuzannelambert
Follow Tyler Bender: @tylerbenderr
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Dec 2, 2025 • 52min
Del Amo Manny is a Scar Apologist
It’s Mean But Truesday and we’re welcoming hilarious stand-up comedian and internet phenomenon, Del Amo Manny, to the pod! In this episode, we will discuss what things people say just for attention, a controversial take on Lion King, and putting what you want into the universe.
Follow Suzanne: @itssuzannelambert
Follow Del Amo Manny: https://www.instagram.com/delamomanny/
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Nov 25, 2025 • 56min
Jonathan Van Ness Can Change a Tire (AND Your Mind)
It’s Mean But Truesday honeyyy and we’re actually FREAKING OUT to welcome Jonathan Van Ness! You may know JVN from Queer Eye, their Hot and Healed standup comedy tour, the New York Times bestseller list, the life changing line that is JVN Hair, their podcast Getting Better with Jonathan Van Ness, and just being a hilarious, kind icon.
In this episode, we will talk about dealing with rumors, chain restaurant classics, and our adventure at the Citi DC Open.
Follow Suzanne: @itssuzannelambert
Follow Jonathan: @jvn and jonathanvanness.com
See full episodes on our YouTube channel: @itssuzannelambert
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