Giant Mess

Giant Mess podcast host Neal Lynch catches you up on the biggest and boldest life stories from June 2025. I kick things off with my frustrating hearing test in Monroe, NJ, and review the wildly expensive Lenire device that's supposed to treat my tinnitus. From there, I dive into the brutal gaslighting of the unemployed job hunt, including a painfully awkward interview with a fellow Johns Hopki...

Is 2026 a bridge year, or are the New York Giants playoff-bound? On this episode of Giant Mess, Neal Lynch breaks down the monstrous New York Giants offseason , starting with the massive culture shift brought on by new Head Coach John Harbaugh . We react to the heartbreaking Dexter Lawrence trade , grade the NFL Draft , and dive deep into the completely overhauled coaching staff. Will Matt Nagy ac...

In this episode of "Giant Mess", we're heading to the Death Planet Genna for our full movie review and cinematic breakdown of Predator: Badlands . We dive deep into Dan Trachtenberg's latest entry in the franchise , exploring how the controversial PG-13 rating totally worked by substituting human gore for "synth-on-synth crime". We analyze Dek, the underdog "Gen-Z&...

Is this the most chaotic offseason in New York Mets franchise history? We break down the "Great Purge," David Stearns' roster overhaul, and give our official 2026 Mets season predictions. In this Giant Mess, Neal Lynch dives into the state of the Mets empire on the eve of Opening Day. After saying goodbye to franchise cornerstones like Pete Alonso, Edwin Diaz, Brandon Nimmo, and Jeff...

Join host Neal Lynch for a giant breakdown of Edgar Wright’s The Running Man (2025), starring Glen Powell. In this deep dive, we compare this gritty, satirical adaptation to Stephen King’s (Richard Bachman) original 1982 novel and the campy 1987 Arnold Schwarzenegger classic. Topics covered in this episode: The Adaptation: How Wright pivots from 80s action cheese to systemic horror and the "banali...

The 2025 New York Giants season is mercifully over but it's what came after it ended that gave fans the franchise's biggest win in 14 years. In this episode of Giant Mess , host Neal Lynch dishes out takeaways from the last 3 weeks against the Vikings, Raiders, and Cowboys then reacts to the team hiring former Baltimore Ravens head coach John Harbaugh. New York Giants Fan Rants & Analy...

The Marvel Cinematic Universe officially kicks off Phase 6 with Fantastic Four: First Steps , and Giant Mess podcast host Neal Lynch has a LOT to say about it. In this episode of Giant Mess , I break down Marvel’s retro-futuristic, 1960s-set reboot of the Fantastic Four — from the stunning visuals and cosmic scale to the big creative swings (and safe choices) that have fans divided. I dig into: Wh...

In this emotionally charged episode of Giant Mess, Neal Lynch reacts to one of the most frustrating offseasons in Mets history. From trading Brandon Nimmo to the Rangers for Marcus Semien, letting Pete Alonso walk to the Orioles, and watching Edwin Díaz head to L.A., Neal dives into all the monumental moves, the questionable decisions by David Stearns, and the eerie silence from Steve Cohen. Is th...

In this week's cathartic therapy session, Giant Mess podcast host Neal Lynch returns from his burnout sabbatical to deliver a scorching recap of the Giants’ losses vs the Commanders, Patriots, and Lions. From Dexter Lawrence’s "nicked up" mystery to Abdul Carter’s accountability, the dysfunction overfloweth. Neal reacts to the firing of defensive coordinator Shane Bowen, Charlie Bull...

On this episode of Giant Mess , Neal Lynch dives deep into James Gunn’s Superman 2025 — the first true chapter of the new DCU. We break down the reboot’s tone shift, why punk rock makes sense for Superman, and how David Corenswet stacks up as Clark Kent. Neal also reviews standout performances from Nicholas Hoult as Lex Luthor, Rachel Brosnahan as Lois Lane, and Mr. Terrific’s breakout moment. Plu...

In this fiery episode of Giant Mess , host Neal Lynch dives deep into the New York Giants' 27-20 loss to the Green Bay Packers. From Mike Kafka’s debut as interim head coach to The Jameis Winston Experience to Isaiah Hodgins' resurgence and Shane Bowen's historically bad defense, it’s a brutally honest recap. Neal also tears into Big Blue's systemic dysfunction, bizarre WWE cameos...

The New York Giants finally pulled the plug on head coach Brian Daboll, and Giant Mess podcast host Neal Lynch has thoughts . In this fiery episode, we break down why the Daboll firing was long overdue, the Chicago Bears debacle that sealed his fate, and how the Giants' dysfunction runs deeper than coaching. Neal goes scorched-earth on former starting quarterback Russell Wilson, General Manage...

Giant Mess podcast host Neal Lynch breaks down the humiliating Week 9 loss to the San Francisco 49ers and how Christian McCaffrey shredded the defense despite all the signs pointing to a possible upset. We also dig into: Why the coaching staff continues to fail this roster The Giants' trade deadline track record: hits, misses, and what could’ve been What’s wrong with the defense (again) Jaxson...

The New York Giants got cheated by the referees against the Eagles in Week 8 — and lost Cam Skattebo to a gruesome ankle injury. Giant Mess podcast host Neal Lynch recaps the carnage in Philly, vents about the officiating insanity (is the NFL rigged?!), and looks ahead to a winnable home matchup vs the underwhelming 49ers in Week 9. Can Jaxson Dart keep the offense alive without his top two playma...

The Giants just suffered one of the most brutal collapses in franchise history — giving up 33 points in the 4th quarter to lose 33-32 to the Denver Broncos. Giant Mess podcast host Neal Lynch break down every maddening detail: the defensive meltdown, kicker chaos, questionable coaching, and what this loss says about Brian Daboll, Shane Bowen, and the Giants' future. Plus, Neal previews the Week 8...

BONUS SEGMENT – In this heartfelt tribute, we remember Mets legend Davey Johnson, who passed away at 82. The franchise's all-time winningest manager who led the team to a 1986 World Series victory and six playoff-worthy seasons, Davey’s impact stretched beyond stats. From Darryl Strawberry and Doc Gooden to the bitter feud with GM Frank Cashen, we break down the rise, dominance, and fall of a...

The Saquon Barkley documentary dropped on Prime Video — the same day the Giants faced the Eagles in Week 6 — and it’s a rollercoaster. As a die-hard Giants fan, I break down the real story behind Saquon's exit, the front office dysfunction, the fallout with Giants General Manager Joe Schoen and owner John Mara, and whether the Giants ever had a shot at keeping him. This episode of Giant Mess c...

Giant Mess podcast host Neal Lynch breaks down the New York Mets' frustrating 2025 season — a $300M disaster that missed the playoffs. We dig into player grades, franchise rankings, individual stats, offensive and defensive failures, and pitching breakdowns. Plus: the big offseason questions, the case to re-sign Pete Alonso, and what the Mets must do in free agency to contend in 2026. 🚨 We al...

Giant Mess podcast host Neal Lynch recaps and reacts to the New York Giants 34-17 upset win over the Philadelphia Eagles on Thursday Night Football. Plus, an in-depth preview of Big Blue's Week 7 matchup against the Denver Broncos. 00:00:00 - Intro 00:00:37 - Victory Friday is better than Victory Monday 00:01:41 - No Excuses, Play Like a Champion 00:03:29 - Broncos barely beat Jets 00:04:05 - Bigg...

Giant Mess podcast host Neal Lynch reacts to the New York Giants fumbling away a winnable game against the New Orleans Saints in Week 5. Five Giants turnovers led to 13 Saints points. Darius Slayton dropped a big pass and fumbled on a promising drive before half. Jaxson Dart threw two interceptions and lost the ball while scrambling to start the second half. Cam Skattebo's fumble at the beginn...

The 2025 New York Mets season will go down as one of the most crushing collapses in team history—and yes, that’s saying something. In this episode of Giant Mess, host Neal Lynch breaks down the Mets' brutal final month, game by game, series by series. We’re talking heartbreak, poor pitching, missed chances, and the all-too-familiar agony of being a Mets fan in the Steve Cohen era. There’s pain...

The New York Giants pulled off a shocking Week 4 upset over the Los Angeles Chargers, powered by rookie quarterback Jaxson Dart’s debut performance and a revitalized defense that pressured Justin Herbert into mistakes. Despite losing Malik Nabers to a season-ending ACL injury, Big Blue found new life with Dart and Cam Skattebo leading the offense. Neal Lynch recaps the Giants’ first win over the C...

Giant Mess podcast host Neal Lynch breaks down the New York Giants’ ugly 22-9 loss to the Kansas City Chiefs on Sunday Night Football. From Russell Wilson’s red zone failures and Graham Gano’s injury to Cam Skattebo's breakout performance, it’s another week of déjà vu frustrations for Giants fans. Neal also previews the Giants’ upcoming matchup against the Los Angeles Chargers and asks the tou...

The New York Giants lost a wild overtime thriller to the Dallas Cowboys, 40-37, in Week 2. Giant Mess podcast host Neal Lynch breaks down the highs and lows of the game, including Russell Wilson’s historic performance, the Giants’ defensive struggles under Defensive Coordinator Shane Bowen. Plus, a full preview of the Week 3 matchup against Patrick Mahomes and the Kansas City Chiefs, and a look at...

Mets collapse incoming or playoff push? Are the Mets still contenders? Can the Mets hold up? Is it over for the Mets? Hope or heartbreak ahead? Giant Mess podcast host Neal Lynch breaks down the New York Mets’ incredibly odd August 2025. From bullpen meltdowns to clutch hitting streaks, Neal recaps the biggest storylines, standout performances, and painful struggles that defined the Mets’ month. C...