Messy Thoughts

This week on Messy Thoughts, we’re bringing you a chaotic, hilarious, and heartfelt Austin–San Antonio podcast crossover with the hosts of the JK But Gay Podcast — Jake Reyna-Casanova and Kendrick Vela. From the moment these four get in the room, the energy is pure mess (in the best way). We talk about how both podcasts started, navigating the intersection of Latino and LGBTQ identities, and what...

MESSY THOUGHTS EPISODE 21. “I could’ve been rich and stupid… I would’ve been good at it.” 💅🏾 Episode 21 kicks off with BJ and LeBron trying to decode an iconic funeral movie quote (shoutout to the real ones who know 👀) before spiraling into Beyoncé conspiracy theories, candy apple green aesthetics, and the possibility of Act III dropping right before LeBron’s birthday. Mother has posted THREE t...

MESSY THOUGHTS – Episode 20: Bad Bunny Backlash, Serena Supremacy & Wendy Williams Chaos The girls are OUTSIDE this week — brunches, drag shows, Lady Gaga sweepstakes wins, and a whole lot of opinions. In Episode 20, BJ and LeBron dive headfirst into culture, controversy, and chaos. 💥 Bad Bunny’s Super Bowl halftime show sparks a bigger conversation about language, representation, Puerto Rico...

Messy Thoughts Episode 19. This week on Messy Thoughts , we are ALL over the place… in the best way possible. BJ kicks things off with a truly cursed Monday: dentist cancellations, a blown-out tire on I-35, Discount Tire chaos, and a reminder that sometimes you just have to laugh before you spiral. From there, we dive into the internet’s latest parasocial obsession — the TikTok breakup of Brin &am...

Messy Thoughts Episode 18. Season 2 of Messy Thoughts kicks off exactly how it should: loud, unfiltered, wildly funny, and just a little bit educational. BJ and LeBron are back after a brief hiatus and immediately spiral into chaotic catch-ups — from blackout brunches and dangerous margaritas to messy New Year’s Eve parties, near house fires, and avoiding people in shared social circles. From ther...

Messy Thoughts Episode 17. It’s the most wonderful (and chaotic) time of the year on Messy Thoughts! BJ and LeBron kick off the Christmas special exactly how you’d expect—by exchanging extremely questionable gifts, roasting each other’s families, debating whether Christmas is religious or just culturally gay now, and spiraling through a holiday buffet of stories that only these two could tell. Fro...

Messy Thoughts Episode 16. We close out Season 1 with one of the funniest and most chaotic episodes yet. BJ and LeBron open the finale by introducing their ever-growing family of wigs — including BB, Sharonda, Aaliyah, and even a “sports wig” — while swapping stories about robes, wine nights, and Amazon’s increasingly disrespectful return policies. From late-night Temu purchases to handcuffing you...

Messy Thoughts Episode 15. The Messy boys are back—and this time, it’s a full house. BJ and LeBron are joined by the iconic Dillon for a chaotic, hilarious, and surprisingly educational episode covering everything from Halloween hangovers to concert etiquette to bachelor party drama in Miami. They kick things off reminiscing about Halloween costumes, Cosmigos-fueled nights, and why teaching someon...

Messy Thoughts Episode 14. BJ and LeBron are back from a short break with plenty of mess to unpack! 💅 BJ recaps his Miami trip for Dillion's bachelor party and the chaos at Palace Bar’s iconic drag brunch, while LeBron shares a wild story about being recognized mid–“adult gymnastics.” The crew dives deep into the Austin gay scene—are the gays here really that catty, or are we all just shy? They t...

Messy Thoughts Episode 13. Sponsored by Vivent Health. BJ and LeBron bring all the chaotic nostalgia in this Halloween Special of Messy Thoughts—costumed as Fred Flintstone and Chucky Finster while taking us on a hilarious ride through childhood cartoons, candy heists, and haunted movie memories. From debating whether Nightmare Before Christmas is a Christmas or Halloween movie, to reminiscing abo...

Messy Thoughts Episode 12. In this episode of Messy Thoughts , BJ and LeBron serve up a hilarious and heartfelt conversation that bounces from sports to Bad Bunny to interracial dating. The duo kicks things off with their weekend pickleball showdown (featuring court drama, Brazilian rivals, and very specific balls 👀), then spiral into a chaotic love letter to Bad Bunny and the Demon Slayer movie....

Messy Thoughts Episode 11. BJ and LeBron are back with another unfiltered conversation—this time joined by Keller—for a wild mix of stories and hot takes. From petty park drama (calling the cops on a tennis match gone wrong, volleyball court politics, and strangers trying to crash the vibe) to hilarious reality TV and music tangents (Escape, Adele possibly doing the Super Bowl, Bad Bunny concerts,...

Episode 10. In this week’s episode of Messy Thoughts , BJ and LeBron show up in matching jerseys and immediately spiral into stories about Coachella fashion, Wendy Williams sightings, and Monet X Change’s engagement. From there, the conversation bounces to their sweaty introduction to pickleball (complete with Brazilian opponents and BBL distractions), before diving into a deeper discussion on bul...

Messy Thoughts Episode 9. This week on Messy Thoughts, LeBron is away and BJ is joined by special guest and friend Dillion and producer Keller. Together they dive into the messy magic of friendships, wild group trips, and unforgettable Miami and New Orleans stories. From volleyball courts to nude beaches, stolen bags to guzzled cokes, nothing is off-limits. They swap tales about racism on the hook...

Messy Thoughts Episode 8. BJ and LeBron are back with another delightfully chaotic episode of Messy Thoughts . This week, the conversation travels far and wide—starting with family weddings in Detroit (and a grandma sipping Casamigos), destination wedding surprises in Greece, and why Dubai and Russia are firmly off their travel list. They get candid about the highs and lows of group trips, spill t...

Messy Thoughts Episode 7. In this week’s chaotic and hilarious episode, the Messy Thoughts crew dive deep into diva worship, queer icons, and messy pop culture moments. From Mariah Carey and Grace Jones to Lady Gaga’s inspirations, they unpack the power of larger-than-life women who shaped their identities. Pride weekend stories mix with volleyball and pickleball confessions, plus a heated debate...

Messy Thoughts Episode 6. This week on Messy Thoughts, LeBron and BJ dive headfirst into a messy mix of hot takes and hilarious stories. The episode kicks off with summer updates, Domino’s orders, and why The View’s return feels like a national holiday. From Whoopi Goldberg’s perfect casting to Ariana Grande’s Wicked dreams, the hosts dish on pop culture nostalgia—including Clueless, King of the H...

In this week’s episode of Messy Thoughts, BJ and LeBron are back with their signature mix of laughs, hot takes, and unfiltered stories. They unpack a wild night out that ends with Street Fighter battles, dive into Nicki Minaj’s ongoing feuds and the chaos of “Gag City,” and debate whether rappers really need beef to thrive. Beyoncé’s Renaissance fans also catch some side-eye for demanding Act 3 to...

It’s a scorcher in Austin, and BJ and LeBron are feeling the heat—literally. Between near heat strokes and sweaty tennis matches, they unbox a surprise Labubu collectible live on air, naming it (after some debate) and diving into the weird world of cute-but-creepy toys. From there, the conversation takes a sharp turn into identity, as LeBron opens up about being biracial and white-passing, navigat...

BJ and LeBron are back—this time at a table, giving full-on cable news drama and discussing everything from surviving Austin heat to surviving Gen Z. They talk bougie ski fantasies, their current calorie-counting journeys, and the chaos of Crumbl cookies. Also on the docket: generational rants (yes, we’re looking at you, Gen Z), a surprise H-E-B crush, public pool etiquette disasters, and a full a...

BJ and LeBron are back and extra messy this week! They kick things off with sore muscles and gym talk, then dive into nostalgia over Aaliyah and Left Eye, the myth of Beyoncé’s career trajectory, and the tragic fall of Keri Hilson. The two unpack the complexities of cohabitating with a partner—do you need your own space, or do you want cuddles and shared pancakes? Plus: stinky hookups, the trauma...

In the hilarious and heartfelt debut of Messy Thoughts , BJ Burgess and LeBron Huggins catch up on summer plans, flights, Beyoncé concert fashion etiquette, sidewalk showdowns, and the nuances of queer identity. From debating Spirit Airlines to clashing shoulders with sidewalk hogs, they don’t hold back. The second half dives into a juicy, unfiltered conversation about whether Black people can be...