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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Bezos-Sánchez Wedding Backlash, Trump’s Big Beautiful Bill, DIY Beauty Risks, Labubu Unboxing, the Hortmans’ (and Gilbert’s!) Funeral — and More! 02.07.2025 1:16:41

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 dive into the Bezos-Sánchez wedding — a shameless display of wealth and excess. Trump’s “big beautiful bill” passes the Senate, and the outlook is grim. And, Kristi Noem has some serious explaining to do about how she p...

Trump Bombs Iran, Uncrustables Taste Test, Love Island Cold Sore Outbreak, Man Proposes to Chatbot, Jen Laughs So Hard She Cries, and More! 24.06.2025 1:16:47

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 bombs Iran…but don’t worry, a 22-year-old grocery store clerk/lawn boy is in charge of terrorism prevention! 🥴 Meanwhile, Jen and Karyn taste-test Uncrustables to find out why they’re a billion-dollar business. Then it’s TV re...

Trump’s Parade Flop, No Kings Protest, Murder of Melissa Hortman, Labubu Mania, Tasteless White House Deportation Memes, Viral Slang You Need to Know, and More! 17.06.2025 1:12:10

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 tackle the most pressing question of the moment: Should Karyn get a Labubu? They also share updates on Trump’s flop of a military parade, the No Kings protest, and the tragic murder of Minnesota Rep. Melissa Hortman and...

Justin Baldoni Lawsuit Dismissed, Birkin Bag Auction, Eliza Dushku’s Career Shift, Millennial Trends, Mifepristone Ban Push, and Jen’s New Book! 11.06.2025 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 (Part 2 of 2): Jen and Karyn talk about Justin Baldoni’s lawsuit against Blake Lively getting dismissed, and the original Birkin bag going up for auction. Plus, everything millennial is trending again — including Eliza Dushku, who’s l...

Trump Fuels LA ICE Protests, Newsom Claps Back, Jared Leto Accused, RFK Jr. Guts the CDC, No Kings Protest, and More! 10.06.2025 56:14

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! Before we begin, a quick PSA: Instead of watching the awkward cosplay military parade for someone’s birthday this Saturday, June 14th, join a No Kings protest near you! They’re happening all across the country, and unlike that parade, they’re actually America...

Celebrity Encounters, AI Fails, Biden Clone Conspiracy, RFK Misinformation, Eddie Murphy’s Future In-Laws, Why Jen Has Hot Dogs in Her Pocket, and More! 04.06.2025 26:42

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 (Part 2 of 2): Jen and Karyn share more hilarious celebrity encounter stories, all while still sipping jalapeño wine and watching Karyn devour an alarming number of Oreos. Plus, Jen reveals why she has a pocket full of hot dogs (Karyn...

Elon Musk Scandal, Taylor Swift Music Victory, Joni Ernst Backlash, Jalapeño Wine Trend, Hilarious Celeb Encounters & More 03.06.2025 56:10

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 (Part 1 of 2): Jen and Karyn hop on the viral jalapeño and white wine trend — and end up a little tipsy. Meanwhile, Elon Musk’s reign of terror in Washington might finally be over. Hear about the drug use allegations, the mystery behi...

Trump vs. Putin, RFK’s E. Coli Outbreak, Kris Jenner’s Deep Plane Facelift, Fetterman Feels Shamed, Is Justin Bieber Broke?, Potato Chips from China, and More! 28.05.2025 1:14:41

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, Trump called Putin crazy — and now Russian bots are trolling him. Meanwhile, RFK Jr. is keeping quiet about an E. coli outbreak, and John Fetterman says he feels "shamed" into returning to work. Um sir, that's literally your job. In...

Jen Gets a New Puppy, Biden's Cancer Coverup, Taylor Swift & Blake Lively Feud, Gen Z Watches The Breakfast Club, Trump Targets Beyoncé & Springsteen, and More! 20.05.2025 1:19:11

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 introduces her new puppy! Plus, did Biden cover up a cancer diagnosis? Jen and Karyn share their thoughts! And, rumors are swirling that Taylor Swift and Blake Lively are feuding — find out why from a real-life Gen Z! Speaking of...

Reddit’s Top Conspiracy Theories, Trump Qatar Jet Scandal, Metallica Earthquake, Diddy Trial, Meghan Markle Lawsuit & More! 13.05.2025 1:13:17

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 dig into Trump’s sketchy plan to accept a private jet from Qatar, a corgi police dog with a passion for sausages, and the botanical betrayal that is American Meadows for sending Jen sickly plants (and then ignoring her)...

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...