Jen Lancaster & Karyn Bosnak

Meet the Mess

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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. meetthemess.substack.com

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Jen Lancaster & Karyn Bosnak

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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! 27.01.2026 1:11:41

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 records. Also in the news, psychics are once again predicting Trump’s downfall (but should we believe them?),...

From Trump to Taylor Swift: Chaos, Media Meltdowns, and Competency Porn! Plus, Oprah Winfrey, Noah Wyle, Mark Ruffalo, and More! 15.01.2026 57:53

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 York Times is busy calling Taylor Swift “cringe,” which feels like a wild editorial choice given that t...

ICE Agent Kills Woman, AI Threatens Rural America, Taylor Swift’s Eras Tour, Vaginal Atrophy, and More! 08.01.2026 1:35:14

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 Minneapolis. Plus, hear about the growing threat of AI data centers to rural America, and why the USPS quietly...

Advent Calendar Reviews, Birkin Bag Unboxing, Holiday Recaps, End of Year Chaos, and More! 30.12.2025 58:16

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 absolutely getting a repeat next year. Plus, a real-life unboxing of a custom Birkin bag straight from Paris...

Rob Reiner Tragedy, Vanity Fair Trump Admin Photos, Venezuela History Lesson, P. Diddy Doc, Taylor Swift Doc, and More! 18.12.2025 1:15:30

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 — and yes, those photos! Also in the news: the Secretary of State (Little Marco) is banning “woke”...

Mormon Wives, Sabrina Carpenter vs. ICE, Costco vs. Trump, the Rise of the Quarter-Zip, the Drunk Raccoon Everyone's Talking About, and More! 05.12.2025 1:28:33

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 news, Sabrina Carpenter responds to the Trump administration using her song in an ICE video, Kristi Noe...

The Thanksgiving "Cousin Walk," Susan Powter Returns, Gen Z Smoking Trend, Airport Habits Everyone Hates, and More! 26.11.2025 1:20:06

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 you have no idea what everyone’s talking about? 😅 Plus, Susan Powter is back, and there’s a new Netfl...

The Great Cart Debate! Plus, Epstein Files Vote, Trump’s “Quiet Piggy” Moment, Kim K Fails the Bar, Runaway Flamingos, and More! 19.11.2025 1:26:05

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 completely bananas speech to McDonald’s franchise owners and tells a female reporter, “Quiet, piggy.” Also...

Erika Kirk & JD Vance's Awkward Hug, How to Help During the SNAP Freeze, Dodgers Win, AI Dating, Boyfriend Embarrassment, and More! 05.11.2025 1:14:21

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 docket: The Dodgers win the World Series! Kash Patel allegedly used a government jet for date night, British...

Government Shutdown, Lily Allen & David Harbour Breakup, TikTok Slang, LA Dodgers, SNAP Cuts, Billboard Brides, Renting Grandmas, and More! 29.10.2025 1:16:11

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 culture news, hear about the new Lily Allen album that details her messy split from actor David Harbour,...

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! 22.10.2025 1:36:29

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 shares a candid cancer update before she and Jen pay a very special tribute to a Meet the Mess legend:...

Taylor Swift’s “The Life of a Showgirl,” Souptember Champion, Chicago ICE Invasion, and More! 09.10.2025 1:30:44

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 treat, Jen and Karyn are joined by the fabulous ladies from How To Be Less Old , Emily Freda Foster an...

Buttons Are Back! Ryder Cup Chaos, Nicole Kidman & Keith Urban Split, Jen's New Hit Single, Hegseth & Trump's Military Meeting, and More! 01.10.2025 1:16:53

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!), Ryder Cup mayhem, and Nicole Kidman and Keith Urban’s surprising split. They also unpack Trump’s YouTube s...

Hot Dog Day, Jimmy Kimmel’s Return, Trump & Stephen Miller at Charlie Kirk’s Funeral, the Lilith Fair Doc, and More! 24.09.2025 1:20:16

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 Jimmy Kimmel’s return to late night, and discuss the bizarre (and cringe-worthy) antics of Trump and Stephe...

Hot Dog Debates, French Fry Rankings, Sock-Sleepers Exposed, How to Win Monopoly, SOUPtember and More! 17.09.2025 1:14:46

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 of French fry reigns supreme? Are sock-sleepers secretly monsters? Find out the answers to all this an...

Oasis at the Rose Bowl, Charlie Kirk, Trump’s DC Dinner Fail, Alice Walton’s Med School, a JonBenét Ramsey Update, and More! 11.09.2025 1:17:36

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 recap the Oasis concert at the Rose Bowl, an experience that made Karyn so happy that she cried for two...

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! 04.09.2025 1:36:58

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 godmother to Blake Lively’s kids? Also, Epstein survivors are teaming up with MTG to make their own list, Jo...

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! 27.08.2025 1:39:00

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 friend Sarah to weigh in on the big news! Plus, Has Kate Middleton gone blonde? And, Jameela Jamil is ca...

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! 19.08.2025 1:25:31

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: It has to do with a small butthole.) Also in the news, Trump’s inner circle was reportedly left ashen,...

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 12.08.2025 1:28:18

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 making headlines: Trump puts D.C. under federal control and asks SCOTUS to let ICE racially profile peopl...

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! 07.08.2025 1:17:14

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 is bringing back tanning beds, the Rose Garden gets an aesthetic downgrade, and Trump wants to build a...

Trump Targets Beyoncé and Cheats at Golf, Sydney Sweeney's Denim Ad, Ozzy’s Farewell, Jason Momoa Shaves, Happy Gilmore 2, and More! 31.07.2025 1:26:26

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 wants Beyoncé prosecuted for something that didn’t happen. Speaking of Trump: His “free” plane is going...

Keanu Isn’t Flirting with You, the Biebs Returns, You Can Order a Witch on Etsy, Bacon Cereal, Fibermaxxing, and More! 22.07.2025 49:13

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, seniors are losing their money in retirement homes, there’s a new cereal with bacon in it, and an unlikely...

Epstein File Fallout, Rosie vs. Trump, Trump’s FIFA Theft, Grok’s NSFW Anime Chatbot, Kristi Noem’s FEMA Lie, and More! 16.07.2025 1:03:16

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 to return a FIFA trophy, so the actual champions get stuck with a replica. (Stay classy.) MAGA is melti...

Trump’s Big Beautiful Bill, Missing Epstein Files, Elon’s New Party, Texas Floods, Ozzy & Sharon’s Final Pact, and More! 09.07.2025 1:14:40

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 doozy! And, a foul-mouthed parrot finds a forever home, dating culture takes a bleak turn, Elon Musk la...