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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The End of Presidential Endorsements? Could the Menendez Brothers Go Free? And, Rice Perfumes, the Frazzled Englishwoman Aesthetic, the LA Dodger's Shohei Ohtani, Trump's Racist Rally and More! 29.10.2024 1:01:48

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 billionaire owners of the LA Times and The Washington Post stopped their papers from endorsing a presidential candidate. And, the Menendez brothers could get another day in court — is a resentencing on t...

Death of Liam Payne, Trump's 🍆 Ramblings and McDonald's Side Hustle, October Theory, Favorite Candy Bars -- And, Should Jen Write a Sex Scene?! 22.10.2024 1:12:06

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 the tragic passing of One Direction’s Liam Payne. And, is Donald Trump officially off his rocker? Hear their thoughts on his bizarre comments on Arnold Palmer’s 🍆 and Harvey Weinstein getting "schlonged." (His...

The Apprentice Movie, Haircut & Fashion Trends, Pesto the Baby Penguin, Bonne Maman Advent Calendar, McDonald's French Fry News, Joe Exotic, and More! 15.10.2024 1:07:24

This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit meetthemess.substack.com Before we begin, this week’s podcast is dedicated to pepper jelly. (Around 37 minutes in you’ll understand why.) So let’s hear it for pepper jelly! Now, let’s get to it. Move over, Meet the Press—it’s time to MEET THE MESS! This week on the podcast, Jen and Karyn dive into the Trump movie, The Apprentice ! And,...

Hurricane Helene Aftermath, VP Debate, Rude Celebs, Favorite Perfumes, Kamala on Call Her Daddy, and More! 08.10.2024 1:01:37

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 aftermath of Hurricane Helene —and why Milton could be stronger! 🌪️ Meanwhile, the same Republican senators who voted against FEMA funding are now complaining about the lack of FEMA assistance they’re receiv...

Chappell Roan Backlash, Lana Del Rey's Swamp Boat Wedding, Bridgerton Fans Scammed in Detroit, Stevie Nicks, Ashton Kutcher, and More! 01.10.2024 1:00:07

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! On this week’s episode, Jen and Karyn discuss the far-reaching impact of Hurricane Helene—and why it should influence your vote this fall! Plus, learn why Chappell Roan is under fire 🎶, and how Bridgerton fans got scammed in Detroit! 👗 In other surprising n...

Diddy’s Freak Offs, Lube Drama & Bieber’s Involvement? Plus, Tana Mongeau’s Trump Offer, Fake Panda Dogs, Otter Attacks and More! 24.09.2024 1:00:32

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! Today on the podcast, Jen and Karyn explore the buzz around Diddy’s alleged lube obsession 💦 and infamous “freak offs,” and how Justin Bieber might be caught up in it all. (And, if you're wondering what a “freak off” is, they take an educated guess and break...

Taylor Swift Backs Kamala, Second Trump Assassination Attempt, Bon Jovi Is a Hero, Dave Grohl Is Not a Hero, a Viral Croissant Lamp, the Chonkiest Cat, and More! 17.09.2024 1:03:42

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, Jen and Karyn reveal why Taylor Swift and Bon Jovi still hold a place in their hearts — unlike Dave Grohl! (There goes our hero…watch him as he goes!) They also dive into the Kamala Harris and Donald Trump debate, which already feels...

Taylor Swift & Brittany Mahomes, Donald Trump's Word Salad, Selena Gomez's a Billionaire, and Larry the Cat is Purrfect! Plus, Dancing with the Stars and Fyre Festival Return! 10.09.2024 53:27

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 friendship between Taylor Swift and Brittany Mahomes. Has it altered your view of Taylor? 🤔 And, hear Jen’s dramatic reading of Trump’s 360-word rambling monologue on childcare! 🤡 Plus, do you know who Lar...

Lana Del Rey's New Man, Woman Dies at Her Desk, Jake Paul vs. Mike Tyson Fight, Telegram CEO Arrested, Aliens on Earth, and More! 03.09.2024 1:00:44

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, Jen and Karyn dive into the bizarre story of a woman who died at her desk! (No one found her for four days! 😱) Could this happen to you too? And, is pop star Lana Del Rey really dating a Louisiana swamp boat driver? 🐊 Also, former...

The DNC & Gus Walz, Baby Bieber, the Very Demure Jools LeBron, Astronauts Stranded in Space, Chappell Roan, Obsessive Fans and More! 27.08.2024 1:03:53

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 discuss last week’s DNC! 💃🪩🕺 (We must protect Gus Walz at all costs.) And, hear their take on the astronauts stranded in space 🚀, the very demure and mindful Jools LeBron getting robbed, and Justin and Hailey Bieber...

Blake Lively Feud Fallout, Nara & Lucky Blue Smith, Matthew Perry, Katy Perry, Chappell Roan and More! 20.08.2024 54:48

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 fallout from Blake Lively’s feud with Justin Baldoni — can she bounce back? 🤔 Plus, five people were arrested in the death of Matthew Perry — hear about Karyn’s surprising connection to one of the suspects!...

Olympic Breakdancer Raygun, Blake Lively & It Ends with Us, Taylor Swift's Vienna Concerts, JD Vance Dossier, Shorts at the Office, Dog Perfume and More! 13.08.2024 56:35

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 electrifying Olympic breakdancing sensation, Raygun! 🥇 And, get the hot goss about Blake Lively, Ryan Reynolds and “It Ends with Us” director Justin Baldoni! 🎥 Plus, is wearing shorts to the office ever ok...

Our Favorite Olympians, Ben Affleck's Midlife Crisis, Tim Walz's Big Dad Energy, OnlyFans Scandal, Sunburn Chic, Hot Handbags and More! 06.08.2024 1:02:47

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, Jen and Karyn discuss their favorite stories from the Olympics! It sure has been a meaty display of… um, athleticism . 🍆 And, is Ben Affleck having (another) midlife crisis? Plus, Jen and Karyn debate the latest scandal shaking up O...

JD Vance and the Couch of Shame, The Paris Olympics, Peeing in Pools, Toys We Played with as Kids, and More! 30.07.2024 1:00:09

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 podcast, Jen and Karyn discuss JD Vance and the couch of shame. 🛋️🍆 And, Karyn’s bringing Oui Oui Week back to celebrate the Paris Olympics! 🏅🇫🇷 Speaking of Olympians, they’re not banging on their cardboard beds 🛏️, but they are peeing in the p...

Biden Exits Race & Endorses Kamala, Trump Picks JD Vance, Stealth Shopping, Foul-Mouth Birds, Rock-Hard Gum, Don Knotts & More! 22.07.2024 1:01:50

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 dip into the latest political upheavals over wine and martinis! 🍷🍸 Tune in to hear their take on Joe Biden withdrawing from the presidential race, and the potential nomination of Kamala Harris. Plus, get the scoop on...

Trump Assassination Attempt, Why Gen Z Is Choosing to Be Jobless, Gypsy Rose Blanchard, Alec Baldwin, Bethenny Frankel and More! 16.07.2024 1:01:27

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, we’ve gone viral on TikTok for raw dogging, and we couldn’t be more excited about it! This week on the podcast, all hell broke loose in Pennsylvania! Hear what Jen and Karyn think about the assassination attempt on Donald Trump in their first...

Raw Dogging a Flight, Project 2025 Update, Travis Kelce Crying, and Rich Seniors Banging in Texas! Plus, a Real-Life Gen Z Explains Why Today's Youth Hates Feet! 09.07.2024 1:00:07

This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit meetthemess.substack.com This week on the podcast, Jen and Karyn discuss Project 2025 and people’s reactions to writers having opinions! And, everyone is raw dogging… but get your mind out of the gutter because it means a totally different thing now! ✈️ Plus, find out why Travis Kelce shed tears at Taylor Swift’s concert AND why the you...

Biden/Trump Debate, Chevron, Zac Efron, Nicole Kidman, Kylie Jenner, Gen X, the Paris Olympics, and Thigh Guy Summer! 01.07.2024 52:59

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, Jen and Karyn discuss the Biden/Trump debate and recent SCOTUS rulings. 🇺🇸 Plus, hear their review of the new Netflix movie with Zac Efron and Nicole Kidman, “A Family Affair.” 💑 And, have you seen the recent videos of Millennials warni...

Jen & Karyn Got Dumped! Plus, Justin Timberlake, Taylor Swift's London Shows, Vanilla Ice, Kevin Bacon & More! 24.06.2024 53:16

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! Today on the podcast, Jen and Karyn got dumped! Hear what happened. Also, Karyn clarifies that she could be having sex with a ghost and not an alien. Also, do you have big feet? You could be making money with them! Plus, Justin Timberlake finally got his come...

Alien Close Encounters, Princess Kate Returns, and Joe Biden, Joey Chestnut, and Animals Who Fight Back! 17.06.2024 1:02:29

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 a new Harvard study that suggests aliens could be living on earth disguised as humans. 👽 Then, in a surprising twist, hear how Karyn’s convinced she’s had intimate encounters with extraterrestrials (meaning: al...

Is Gen Z Bringing Their Parents to Interviews?! Plus, Contraception Under Attack, Giant Spiders Invade the US, and Is Princess Kate Done with Royal Life? 11.06.2024 55:06

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! Today on the podcast, Jen Lancaster and Karyn Bosnak discuss how Gen Z is bringing their parents to job interviews! 🫨 And, if election year isn’t giving you an anxiety attack, giant flying spiders that eat butterflies are appearing in the US! 🕷️🦋 (Oh yeah,...

Texas & Trump, Paris Is Pooping, Shiloh Jolie, Caroline Manzo, Scott Peterson and Sarah McLachlan 03.06.2024 53:43

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 Lancaster and Karyn Bosnak discuss the Texas GOP, newly-convicted felon Donald Trump, Parisians planning to poop 💩, Shiloh Jolie and Brad Pitt, and Caroline Manzo vs. Brandi Glanville ⚖️. Plus, will Scott Peterson’s conviction be overturned?...

Bethenny Frankel, Lizzo, Civil War and More! 29.05.2024 1:00:00

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, Jen and Karyn discuss EXTREME WEATHER 🌪️, Lizzo on South Park, Civil War and The Idea of You , Travis Kelce getting booed 🏈, Bethenny Frankel and Chanel, Taylor Swift and Billie Eilish 🎶, ROMANCE NOVELS 😍, Nicki Minaj and MORE! Plus, why is Anne...

Project 2025, Diddy, Ben Affleck, Jennifer Lopez, the Iranian Helicopter Crash & More 20.05.2024 46:04

This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit meetthemess.substack.com Welcome to the premiere episode of MEET THE MESS, where Jen and Karyn discuss the latest headlines and most talked-about news stories of the week! In today’s video, get Jen and Karyn’s thoughts on Diddy and the Iranian helicopter crash. Are Ben and Jen on the rocks? What's the latest with Taylor and Travis? They...