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Meet the Mess
by Jen Lancaster & Karyn Bosnak
Move over, Meet the Press—it’s time to MEET THE MESS! Bestselling authors Jen Lancaster and Karyn Bosnak dive into the messiest news stories and hottest topics of the week to give you a fresh and entertaining take on current events and life in general.An extended video version with the “Hot Mess of the Week” is available to paid Substack subscribers. Visit meetthemess.substack.com for more. meetthemess.substack.com
Episodes
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Advent Calendar Roundup, Taylor Swift’s New Songs, (Most) Americans Are Drinking Less, the Cornell 7: Should Frats Be Banned?, and More!
This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit meetthemess.substack.com Move over, Meet the Press—it’s time to Meet the Mess! This week on Meet the Mess, Jen and Karyn discuss the Cornell 7 and whether or not fraternities should be banned. Also in the news: Taylor Swift dropped…
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Converse Controversy, Trump vs. CNN, Presley Gerber & the Science of What We Read
This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit meetthemess.substack.com Move over, Meet the Press—it’s time to Meet the Mess! This week on Meet the Mess, Jen and Karyn are joined by their friend Gina B. to discuss the controversial Converse ad that has everyone talking. Plus, they...
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Botox for Depression, the Filler Decline, Harry & Meghan, Taylor & Travis, Dyson’s $450 AI Toothbrush, and More!
This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit meetthemess.substack.com Move over, Meet the Press—it’s time to Meet the Mess! This week on Meet the Mess, Jen and Karyn discuss whether Botox can actually treat depression, why facial filler is falling out of favor, and a new study...
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Diamonds, Dodgeball, Deranged Field Trips, and More!
This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit meetthemess.substack.com Move over, Meet the Press—it’s time to Meet the Mess! This week on the podcast: Shaboozey accidentally photobombs a wedding while river rafting, and Lindsey Graham’s sister proves you don’t have to know…
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50+ Things to Read & Watch with Beth & Paige Harbison (So Many Books, Not Enough Time)
This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit meetthemess.substack.com Move over, Meet the Press—it’s time to Meet the Mess! This week, Jen and Karyn are joined by mother-daughter duo Beth Harbison and Paige Harbison—celebrated authors, hosts of the Nameless Best Friends podcast,...
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Jen's Book of Summer, Trump's New Hair, Zuckerberg’s Yacht, Perez Hilton, Zendaya, Matty Healy & Gabbriette’s Wedding, and More!
This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit meetthemess.substack.com Move over, Meet the Press—it’s time to Meet the Mess! This week on the podcast, Jen announces her book of summer! Plus, have you seen The Odyssey? Spiderman? Why is Zendaya so beautiful?! Also in the news…
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Trump Targets Kaitlan Collins, Mitch McConnell's New Pic, Airplane Preachers, Jake Johnson, AnnaLynne McCord, and More!
This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit meetthemess.substack.com Move over, Meet the Press—it’s time to Meet the Mess! This week on the podcast, Jen and Karyn discuss the second photo of Mitch McConnell to surface, Trump's unfunny White House Correspondents' Dinner speech...
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Mitch McConnell, Boosie, the Tate Brothers, the End of the World Cup, the truth about Steel Magnolias, and More!
This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit meetthemess.substack.com Move over, Meet the Press—it’s time to Meet the Mess! This week on the podcast, Karyn and Jen want to know if Mitch McConnell is still alive. Plus, rapper Boosie BadAzz wants a refund from Donald Trump, Taylor...
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America's Diarrhea Outbreak, Erling Haaland, Taylor Swift's Wedding Dress, Influencer Lawsuits, and More!
This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit meetthemess.substack.com Move over, Meet the Press—it’s time to Meet the Mess! Before we begin, Senator Lindsey Graham died last night, and we won’t be giving sympathies. Instead, we'll save our thoughts on his legacy for next week’s...
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Love Island as Explained by Experts, Taylor & Travis Wedding Rumors -- Plus, a Tiny Kitten!
This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit meetthemess.substack.com Move over, Meet the Press—it’s time to Meet the Mess! This week on the podcast, Jen and Karyn are joined by Emily Freda Foster and Deanna Cheng from How To Be Less Old to discuss Love Island! Whether you’re a...
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Hunter Biden Goes Viral, Gwyneth Paltrow Sparks Backlash, Tipping Fatigue, the Hottest Shows of Summer, and More!
This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit meetthemess.substack.com Move over, Meet the Press—it’s time to Meet the Mess! This week on the podcast, Jen’s in a mood and nothing is safe! (Especially small potatoes.) Also, Hunter Biden’s social media blitz, Gwyneth Paltrow’s...
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Summer Reading List, Pattie Gonia Lawsuit, Forgotten Celebrity Couples, Real Housewives of Rhode Island, the Secret to Happiness, and More!
This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit meetthemess.substack.com Move over, Meet the Press—it’s time to Meet the Mess! This week on the podcast, Jen and Karyn discuss the best books to bring to the pool, the cocktail of the summer, and the celebrity couples you forgot were a...
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Trump’s $1.8B Grift, Spencer Pratt, Hayden Panettiere, Real Housewives of Rhode Island, the Return of Hacky Sack, and More!
This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit meetthemess.substack.com Move over, Meet the Press—it’s time to Meet the Mess! This week on the podcast, Jen and Karyn dive into Trump’s alleged $1.8 billion grift! Plus, a new poll asked Americans if they think they could physically...
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Hantavirus Cruise Outbreak, Tucker Carlson Panic, Trump’s Kid-Filled War Rant, Spencer Pratt, the MET Gala, and More!
This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit meetthemess.substack.com Move over, Meet the Press—it’s time to Meet the Mess! This week on the podcast, Jen and Karyn discuss the hantavirus outbreak at sea, the New York Times’ terrifying Tucker Carlson interview, what happened when...
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White House Correspondents Dinner Shooting, Madonna at Coachella, Ben McKenzie, Reese Witherspoon's AI Plea, Man Records 10K Concerts, and More!
This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit meetthemess.substack.com Move over, Meet the Press—it’s time to Meet the Mess! This week on the podcast, Jen and Karyn discuss the shooting at the White House Correspondents Dinner! And, Madonna makes a surprise appearance at Coachella...
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Trump's Jesus Post Backfires, Melania’s Epstein Denial, Artemis II Returns, Meta’s Zuckerberg AI, LA28 Olympics, Lena Dunham's New Book, and More!
This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit meetthemess.substack.com Move over, Meet the Press—it’s time to Meet the Mess! This week on the podcast, MAGA turns on Trump after he posts an unhinged image of himself as Jesus, questions swirl about whether his administration...
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White House App Warning, Afroman Goes Viral. the Song to Attract Abundance, Viral “Bro Cruise” Explained, and More!
This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit meetthemess.substack.com Move over, Meet the Press—it’s time to Meet the Mess! This week on the podcast, Jen and Karyn discuss the new White House app (and why you shouldn’t download it!) and the exclusion of Black farmers from a…
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Iran War, Bibi Rumors, Taylor Frankie Paul Drama, Oscars Hot Takes, and More!
This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit meetthemess.substack.com Move over, Meet the Press—it’s time to Meet the Mess! This week on the podcast, Jen and Karyn broadcast live from the “situation room” as they dive into the war in Iran and a swirl of unverified internet…
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Trump’s Oversized Shoe Gifts, Iran Threats to California, $59B Pentagon Food Spending, Bigfoot Sightings Surge, Gen Z Saving Malls, and More!
This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit meetthemess.substack.com Move over, Meet the Press—it’s time to MEET THE MESS! This week on the podcast, Trump gifts his cabinet members shoes that are two sizes too big, the U.S. is blamed for bombing a school in Iran, and the FBI…
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Britney Spears’ DUI, Kristi Noem Out, Carolyn Bessette & JFK Jr.’s Love Story — Plus Jen and Karyn Reveal Their New Project!
This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit meetthemess.substack.com Move over, Meet the Press—it’s time to MEET THE MESS! This week on the podcast, Jen and Karyn discuss Britney Spears getting a DUI, Kristi Noem being out, and how our tax dollars are being spent protecting Kash...
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Trump’s State of the Union Chaos, Lindsay Lohan Speaks Out, the Rise of Third Spaces, and More!
This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit meetthemess.substack.com Move over, Meet the Press—it’s time to MEET THE MESS! This week on the podcast, Jen and Karyn discuss Trump’s State of the Union chaos (including one extremely gross viral moment) and reports that Kash Patel…
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Olympic Ice Scandal, Tyra Banks, Prince Andrew Arrest, Epstein Ranch Investigation, Alien Claims, and More!
This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit meetthemess.substack.com Move over, Meet the Press—it’s time to MEET THE MESS! This week on the podcast, Jen and Karyn dive into the Olympic chaos after Milan apparently botched the ice. Then it’s straight into the headlines: Prince...
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Bad Bunny Super Bowl Halftime Show, Olympic Shockers, James Van Der Beek, Pam Bondi Controversy, Lindsey Vonn Crash, and More!
This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit meetthemess.substack.com Move over, Meet the Press—it’s time to MEET THE MESS! This week on the podcast, Jen and Karyn break down Bad Bunny’s Super Bowl halftime show, dive into party food etiquette (who’s committing crimes at the...
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Grammys Gossip, Bridgerton “Fingering,” Catherine O'Hara, Super Bowl-Olympics Weekend, and More!
This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit meetthemess.substack.com Move over, Meet the Press—it’s time to MEET THE MESS! This week on the podcast, Jen and Karyn dive headfirst into the Grammys, unpacking everything from Bad Bunny and Trevor Noah to Justin Bieber and Chappell...
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Trump’s “Board of Peace,” Alex Pretti Murder, Beckham Family Drama, How to Survive a Nuclear Event, Costco Tourism, Blake Lively Text Messages, and More!
This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit meetthemess.substack.com Move over, Meet the Press—it’s time to MEET THE MESS! This week on the podcast, Jen and Karyn discuss the murder of Alex Pretti, Trump’s bogus “Board of Peace,” and the DOJ’s demand for Minnesota voting…
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From Trump to Taylor Swift: Chaos, Media Meltdowns, and Competency Porn! Plus, Oprah Winfrey, Noah Wyle, Mark Ruffalo, and More!
This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit meetthemess.substack.com Move over, Meet the Press—it’s time to MEET THE MESS! This week on the podcast, Jen and Karyn survey the ongoing destruction of America and ask the obvious question: where is Oprah, exactly? Meanwhile, The New...
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ICE Agent Kills Woman, AI Threatens Rural America, Taylor Swift’s Eras Tour, Vaginal Atrophy, and More!
This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit meetthemess.substack.com Move over, Meet the Press—it’s time to MEET THE MESS! This week on the podcast, Jen and Karyn are joined by Fletch to unpack the horrifying story of an ICE agent who shot and killed an innocent woman in...
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Advent Calendar Reviews, Birkin Bag Unboxing, Holiday Recaps, End of Year Chaos, and More!
This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit meetthemess.substack.com Move over, Meet the Press—it’s time to MEET THE MESS! On today’s holiday episode, Jen and Karyn dive headfirst into advent calendar chaos: which ones delighted, which ones disappointed, and which ones are...
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Rob Reiner Tragedy, Vanity Fair Trump Admin Photos, Venezuela History Lesson, P. Diddy Doc, Taylor Swift Doc, and More!
This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit meetthemess.substack.com Move over, Meet the Press—it’s time to MEET THE MESS! “Meet the Mess is a solid win! ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️” — Hockey moms Today on the podcast, Jen and Karyn break down the Vanity Fair article on the Trump administration…
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Mormon Wives, Sabrina Carpenter vs. ICE, Costco vs. Trump, the Rise of the Quarter-Zip, the Drunk Raccoon Everyone's Talking About, and More!
This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit meetthemess.substack.com Move over, Meet the Press—it’s time to MEET THE MESS! This week on the podcast, Jen and Karyn discuss the viral raccoon who went on a drunken bender, and Pope Leo’s unexpected appearance at a rave! Also in the...
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The Thanksgiving "Cousin Walk," Susan Powter Returns, Gen Z Smoking Trend, Airport Habits Everyone Hates, and More!
This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit meetthemess.substack.com Move over, Meet the Press—it’s time to MEET THE MESS! This week on the podcast, Jen and Karyn dive into one of Thanksgiving’s most popular traditions: the cousin walk. Are you taking one this year…or pretending...
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The Great Cart Debate! Plus, Epstein Files Vote, Trump’s “Quiet Piggy” Moment, Kim K Fails the Bar, Runaway Flamingos, and More!
This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit meetthemess.substack.com Move over, Meet the Press—it’s time to MEET THE MESS! This week on the podcast, Jen and Karyn are back! The House voted to release the Epstein files, but will it actually happen? Meanwhile, Trump delivers a...
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Erika Kirk & JD Vance's Awkward Hug, How to Help During the SNAP Freeze, Dodgers Win, AI Dating, Boyfriend Embarrassment, and More!
This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit meetthemess.substack.com Move over, Meet the Press—it’s time to MEET THE MESS! This week on the podcast, Jen and Karyn break down that overly intimate embrace between Erika Kirk and JD Vance. Does Usha need to worry? Also on the…
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Government Shutdown, Lily Allen & David Harbour Breakup, TikTok Slang, LA Dodgers, SNAP Cuts, Billboard Brides, Renting Grandmas, and More!
This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit meetthemess.substack.com Move over, Meet the Press—it’s time to MEET THE MESS! This week on the podcast, Jen and Karyn discuss the government shutdown, rising health insurance premiums, and the looming freeze on SNAP benefits! In pop...
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Best Advent Calendars, Karyn's Cancer Update, RIP Meatball, Poop Cameras, The "Not Serious" Trump Administration (Lots of F Bombs), 3-Day Retreat in Total Darkness, and More!
This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit meetthemess.substack.com Move over, Meet the Press—it’s time to MEET THE MESS! This week on the podcast: Jen and Karyn tackle the very important topic of Advent calendars! Find out the good, the bad, and the googly-eyed! 👀 Then, Karyn...
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Taylor Swift’s “The Life of a Showgirl,” Souptember Champion, Chicago ICE Invasion, and More!
This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit meetthemess.substack.com Move over, Meet the Press—it’s time to MEET THE MESS! This week on the podcast, the Souptember champion is crowned! 🥣👑 Congrats to Dre and Monsieur Meatball, our official MESSiahs of Soup! Then, for a special...
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Buttons Are Back! Ryder Cup Chaos, Nicole Kidman & Keith Urban Split, Jen's New Hit Single, Hegseth & Trump's Military Meeting, and More!
This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit meetthemess.substack.com Move over, Meet the Press—it’s time to MEET THE MESS! This week on the podcast, Jen and Karyn dive into Pete Hegseth’s military meeting in Virginia, Mercedes’ bold decision to bring back buttons (finally!)…
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Hot Dog Day, Jimmy Kimmel’s Return, Trump & Stephen Miller at Charlie Kirk’s Funeral, the Lilith Fair Doc, and More!
This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit meetthemess.substack.com Move over, Meet the Press—it’s time to MEET THE MESS! This week on the podcast, it’s officially Hot Dog Day!🍴 Watch as Karyn tries mustard on a hot dog for the very first time. Also, Jen and Karyn dish on…
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Hot Dog Debates, French Fry Rankings, Sock-Sleepers Exposed, How to Win Monopoly, SOUPtember and More!
This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit meetthemess.substack.com Move over, Meet the Press—it’s time to MEET THE MESS! This week on the podcast, Jen and Karyn are serving up hot takes, spicy questions, unpopular opinions and more! Is mustard mandatory on hot dogs? Which type...
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Oasis at the Rose Bowl, Charlie Kirk, Trump’s DC Dinner Fail, Alice Walton’s Med School, a JonBenét Ramsey Update, and More!
This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit meetthemess.substack.com Move over, Meet the Press—it’s time to MEET THE MESS! This week on the podcast, Jen and Karyn cover the assassination of conservative activist Charlie Kirk, and Trump’s ill-fated dinner outing in DC. They also...
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Taylor Swift’s Godmother Drama, Rudy’s Fishy Crash, Charlie Sheen Returns, Epstein Survivors Team Up with MTG, Souptember, John Cena Beats Logan Paul, Florida Says “No Vax," and More!
This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit meetthemess.substack.com Move over, Meet the Press—it’s time to MEET THE MESS! This week on the podcast, Jen and Karyn discuss how the National Guard is moonlighting as DC’s landscaping crew! And, is Taylor Swift stepping down as...
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Taylor Swift & Travis Kelce Engagement, Kate Middleton’s Blonde Hair, Lana Del Rey Swims with Gators, Trump’s Health Rumors, Jameela Jamil on Serena Williams & More!
This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit meetthemess.substack.com Move over, Meet the Press—it’s time to MEET THE MESS! This week on the podcast, Jen and Karyn join the rest of the world in freaking out over Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce’s engagement — joined by their Gen Z...
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Bama Rush Drama, Trump & Putin’s Bro-Date, Carnivore Babies, Mustard on Watermelon, 6 Traits of Cool People, Taylor Swift on New Heights, and More!
This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit meetthemess.substack.com Move over, Meet the Press—it’s time to MEET THE MESS! This week on the podcast, Jen and Karyn try out the latest delicacy: mustard on watermelon! They also reveal the secret to picking the perfect melon. (Hint:...
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Taylor Swift's New Album, Trump Seizes D.C., SCOTUS Eyes Gay Marriage Ban, JD Vance Drama, Airbnb Scams, Oasis Tour Trouble?, Austin Lake Serial Killer Rumors, Summer Drink Trends, & More
This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit meetthemess.substack.com Move over, Meet the Press—it’s time to MEET THE MESS! This week on the podcast, Jen and Karyn break down last night’s earth-shattering news: Taylor Swift is dropping a new album, The Life of a Showgirl! Also...
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Trump's White House Makeover, Tanning Makes a Comeback, Barbershop Goes Viral for Bad Cuts, AI Favors White Men, Pink Jacket Girl Goes Viral, Luigi: The Musical, and More!
This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit meetthemess.substack.com Move over, Meet the Press—it’s time to MEET THE MESS! This week on the podcast, Jen and Karyn talk gerrymandering in Texas and the labor stats chief who was fired for (gasp!) telling the truth. Meanwhile, Gen Z...
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Trump Targets Beyoncé and Cheats at Golf, Sydney Sweeney's Denim Ad, Ozzy’s Farewell, Jason Momoa Shaves, Happy Gilmore 2, and More!
This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit meetthemess.substack.com Move over, Meet the Press—it’s time to MEET THE MESS! This week on the podcast: Ozzy’s finally laid to rest (RIP to the Prince of Darkness), Sydney Sweeney’s denim ad gets dragged for eugenics vibes, and Trump...
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Keanu Isn’t Flirting with You, the Biebs Returns, You Can Order a Witch on Etsy, Bacon Cereal, Fibermaxxing, and More!
This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit meetthemess.substack.com Move over, Meet the Press—it’s time to MEET THE MESS! Today on the podcast, Keanu Reeves isn’t trying to hook up with you. (Sorry.) Also, the plague is back! (Cool.) And, should you be fibermaxxing?! Plus,...
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Epstein File Fallout, Rosie vs. Trump, Trump’s FIFA Theft, Grok’s NSFW Anime Chatbot, Kristi Noem’s FEMA Lie, and More!
This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit meetthemess.substack.com Move over, Meet the Press—it’s time to MEET THE MESS! This week on the podcast, Kristi Noem insists FEMA didn’t delay its response to the Texas floods, despite plenty of evidence to the contrary. Trump refuses…
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Trump’s Big Beautiful Bill, Missing Epstein Files, Elon’s New Party, Texas Floods, Ozzy & Sharon’s Final Pact, and More!
This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit meetthemess.substack.com Move over, Meet the Press—it’s time to MEET THE MESS! This week on the podcast, Epstein didn’t have a list, so move along, there’s nothing to see here! Plus, Trump’s “Big Beautiful Bill” has arrived—and it’s a...
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Bezos-Sánchez Wedding Backlash, Trump’s Big Beautiful Bill, DIY Beauty Risks, Labubu Unboxing, the Hortmans’ (and Gilbert’s!) Funeral — and More!
This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit meetthemess.substack.com Move over, Meet the Press—it’s time to MEET THE MESS! This week on the podcast, Jen and Karyn dive into the Bezos-Sánchez wedding — a shameless display of wealth and excess. Trump’s “big beautiful bill” passes...
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Move over, Meet the Press—it’s time to MEET THE MESS! Bestselling authors Jen Lancaster and Karyn Bosnak dive into the messiest news stories and hottest topics of the week to give you a fresh and entertaining take on current events and life in general.An extended video version with the “Hot Mess of the Week” is available to paid Substack subscribers. Visit meetthemess.substack.com for more.
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Move over, Meet the Press—it’s time to MEET THE MESS! Bestselling authors Jen Lancaster and Karyn Bosnak dive into the messiest news stories and hottest topics of the week to give you a fresh and entertaining take on current events and life in general.An extended video version with the “Hot Mess of...
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