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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Fetterman Exposé, Texas’s Fake Furry Panic, Steve Carell’s Glow-Up, Trump’s Constitution Confusion, Harry & Meghan, Skinny Jeans Return, and More! 07.05.2025 1:17:10

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 recent exposé on Senator John Fetterman. Is he fit to lead? Meanwhile, Texas rolls out the FURRIES Act to ban students from using litter boxes in schools — except that’s not even happening. So why are lawmak...

Kristi Noem's Missing Purse, Katy Perry's Missing Rhythm, Elon Musk's Missing Condoms -- and More! 29.04.2025 1:18:01

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 unpack Kristi Noem’s stolen purse saga — and something’s not right! 🤔 They also dissect Katy Perry’s trainwreck of a world tour (spoiler: her dance moves are not helping) and give Ben Affleck a gold star for parenting!...

Pope Francis Dies, Katy Perry Returns to Earth, Trump’s Gaudy Oval Office Makeover, China Trolls GOP Rep, IRS Targets Student Loan Defaulters, and More! 22.04.2025 1:16:57

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: Pope Francis died and JD Vance might’ve been his final visitor. (Curious timing. 🤔) Katy Perry allegedly went to space and, tragically, returned. The IRS is gearing up to garnish wages from anyone who’s defaulted on their student lo...

Karyn Returns — with a Cat! Meet Bertie. Plus: Trump Defies SCOTUS, Kilmar Abrego Garcia, Earthquakes, Tariffs, Stock Market Shenanigans, a Jen & Bertie Outtake, and More! 15.04.2025 1:30:06

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, Karyn returns with a new member of the family! Meet Bertie the cat. Plus, Donald Trump is openly defying the Supreme Court’s order to return Kilmar Abrego García — which means THE CONSTITUTIONAL CRISIS IS HERE. We repeat: The constit...

White Lotus Theories, Chappell Roan Chaos, Cory Booker’s Mic Drop, Pete Hegseth's Take-Your-Wife-to-Work Day, and More! 04.04.2025 1:30:10

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 is joined by the delightfully opinionated Gina B. from Things That Get on My Nerves to discuss to unpack this week’s crazy news cycle. First up: Pete Hegseth is bringing his wife to meetings like it's Bring Your Spouse to Work Da...

It Got Messy 26.03.2025 1:20:07

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… You want mess? You got mess. Jen is the same Jen, but today, Karyn is actually being played by Mr. Fletcher as Karyn is still out with her family. AND NOW DOWN WITH COVID, FFS. All of your good karma, thoughts, prayers, etc. towards...

Tesla Boycott, Meghan Markle's Netflix Show, Al Green’s SOTU Drama, Jen & Ben Rumors, Swearing for Strength, Cali Sober, Taskmasing, and More! 11.03.2025 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, Tesla boycott sends stock plummeting! 📉 Meghan Markle’s new show debuts! 🍰 Elon Musk calls Senator Mark Kelly a traitor over Ukraine trip. 🇺🇦 MAGA turns on Amy Coney Barrett! ⚖️ Al Green gets censured over his State of the Union pr...

Oval Office Embarrassment, Oscars Recap, Casey Anthony’s Rebrand, Bethenny Frankel's Lashgate Chaos, the Gene Hackman Mystery, and More! 04.03.2025 1:23:10

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 breaks down how Trump and Vance pulled an old-school Hollywood hustle on Zelensky in the Oval Office! Meanwhile, MTG is trying to make people believe that Hollywood (and not actual history) convinced us Russia is bad. Sure, Jan....

Putin Fanboy Trump, Elon’s Not a Genius, Town Hall Chaos, Luigi’s Loafers, Kate Hudson, Jenny Slate, Pritzker’s Viral Anti-Trump Speech, and More! 25.02.2025 1:10:17

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 weigh in on Putin’s biggest fanboy — Donald Trump (aka “Krasnov”)! And, town halls across the country are heating up as members of Congress face off with angry constituents. Also, as Elon Musk’s abrasive leadership styl...

Kendrick Lamar Is Brilliant, JD Vance Is a Fascist, It's Called the Gulf of Mexico, "Crazy Eyes" Kash Patel, Animal Stories, and More! 19.02.2025 1:11:56

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, RFK Jr. wants to send people on anti-depressants, ADHD meds, and weight-loss drugs to camps — so guess it’s time to pack up! (Maybe the mafia will take us?) And, Jen and Karyn weigh in on Kendrick Lamar’s Super Bowl show, JD Vance’s...

JD Vance vs. Democracy, Cybertruck Dangers, Lip Plumping Trends, Trump’s Latest Power Plays and More! 11.02.2025 1:05:52

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 break down JD Vance’s alarming statement about ignoring judges who challenge Trump—and why that would spell the end of democracy in the U.S. Meanwhile, in the world of cosmetic procedures, the latest trend has women plumping their lip...

Can Elon Musk Be Stopped? Plus, Karoline Leavitt’s Future, Young MAGA, a Bear Rescue, Snowstorm Pizza Hero, Blake Lively, Flat Earthers, and More! 04.02.2025 1:10:04

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 debate who they despise more — Donald Trump or Elon Musk. Cast your vote in the poll! Plus, how many Scaramuccis do you think Karoline Leavitt will last? And, have you read New York Magazine ’s eye-opening article, The...

Trump's Chaotic First Week, Mark Zuckerberg's Bizarre Pivot to MAGA, TikTok Influencers Admit to Lying, and Carrie Underwood, Jewel, Vince Vaughn, Jessica Simpson, Neil Gaiman + More! 28.01.2025 1:01:32

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 chaotic first week of executive orders. (Spoiler alert: It wasn’t great.) Plus, is Elon Musk getting iced out of the West Wing? Hear the latest! Also, what’s behind Mark Zuckerberg’s bizarre pivot to M...

Elon's Salute, Biden Pardons, Blake Lively & Justin Baldoni, French Woman Scammed by "Brad Pitt," Prince Harry Heads to Court, Disturbing Baby Names, 2025 Food Trends and More! 21.01.2025 1:06:03

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 they are coping with the world’s impending doom. (Spoiler: it involves shopping and baking bread.) Then, Jen unveils her list of “who can f*ck right the f*ck off right now.” (Looking at you, Snoop.) Plus, he...

Los Angeles Fires, Bannon Turns on Elon, Jimmy Carter's Funeral, Cottage Cheese's Comeback, and Jen Gets a Microphone! 15.01.2025 1:13:45

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 Los Angeles fires that erupted in Pacific Palisades and Altadena, and Karyn shares her experience of nearly having to evacuate. Plus, Steve Bannon sets his sights on kicking Elon out of MAGA — do you think...

Justin Baldoni Sues the NYT, Golden Globes Rundown, Meghan Markle Returns, Bethenny Frankel Rants on Drones or "Dior Bags", and Drunk Driving with Monkeys! 07.01.2025 1:03:29

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 discuss Justin Baldoni’s lawsuit against The New York Times in light of the Blake Lively/ It Ends with Us drama. And, get the lowdown on the Golden Globe awards. Did you watch? Also, what’s going on with all the drones...

2024 Roundup: The Year's Biggest News Stories & Moments! And, Do You Speak 2024? Plus, Maga Implodes, Christmas Haul Videos, and More! 31.12.2024 1:10:12

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 deliver their ultimate 2024 roundup! Listen as they break down the biggest stories of the year — from Kate Middleton, Taylor Swift, and Diddy to the election, Olympics, and Ozempic! They’ll also share their favorite boo...

Blake Lively Accuses 'It Ends With Us' Co-Star Justin Baldoni of Harassment and Retaliation, How the Media Influences Public Perception, Luigi Mangione, and More! 24.12.2024 1:01:31

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 discuss the lawsuit between Blake Lively and her It Ends with Us co-star Justin Baldoni, in which Lively accuses Baldoni of sexual harassment, fostering a hostile work environment, and attempting to damage her reputatio...

Why Honeycrisp Apples Went Bad, the Rise of Malört, Quartz Countertop Controversy, Must-Have Le Creuset Pieces, and More! 19.12.2024 44:19

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 Honeycrisp apples went from magnificent to mediocre. And, do you have quartz countertops? Find out why they might soon be banned! Also, hear about the season’s hottest drinks (Malört and Guinness) and get ex...

The Shooting of UHC CEO Brian Thompson and Jen's First Job at a Healthcare Company! And, Who Killed JonBenét Ramsey? Plus, Trump on Meet the Press, Holiday Decorations, and More! 10.12.2024 58:21

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 tackle the shocking death of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson, and Jen reflects on her first job out of college at a healthcare company where she was trained to deny claims. (Yes, really!) Also, have you watched the...

Defying Gravity with Wicked's Ariana Grande & Cynthia Erivo, Y2K Heartthrobs Return, Christmas Movie Rundown, Podcasters in the White House, and More! 03.12.2024 1:16:49

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 all things Wicked , from Ariana Grande and Cynthia Erivo to the importance of holding space for defying gravity! They also share their picks for the best Christmas movies this year, including Hot Frosty , The...

How Happy People Spend Their Weekends, Trump's FDA Pick, How to Have an Affordable Thanksgiving, a $6M Banana, and the Great Bean Boom! 27.11.2024 1:09:06

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 discuss how the happiest people spend their weekends — and it’s something you can do too! Plus, Karyn reveals her surprising connection to Trump’s pick for FDA head and shares what she really thinks of him. In other new...

Jake Paul / Mike Tyson Fight, Sexy Christmas Movies, Trump's Cabinet Picks, The Great American Chicken Off, Sideways Anniversary and More! 19.11.2024 1:03:05

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 kick off The Great American Chicken-Off of 2024 ! Get ready for the feathery face-off! Plus, Jen unleashes her intense feelings on Jake Paul after his boxing match with Mike Tyson. And, Trump’s Cabinet picks are raising...

Post-Election Podcast! The Importance of Creating an Action Plan! Tips to Protect Your Peace! Plus, South Korea's 4B Movement, SNL, Evil Elon, Raygun and Mattel's Wicked Mistake! 12.11.2024 50:13

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, it’s our post-election debrief! Where do we go from here? Join Jen and Karyn as they dive into the importance of action planning and share tips on protecting your peace in turbulent times. Plus, discover South Korea’s fascinating 4B move...

An Election Day Special Designed to Ease Anxiety! Karyn Reads Sexy Romance Novels to Jen! Play Taboo! Plus, Pnut the Squirrel, Jason Kelce, Ryan Reynolds and More! 05.11.2024 1:13:38

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 , it’s an Election Day special designed to ease your anxiety! 😰 Tune in as Jen and Karyn dive into a few rounds of Taboo — you can play along at home too! Then, Jen’s worst nightmare comes true as Karyn reads steamy scenes from romance n...