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That's Messed Up: An SVU Podcast

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Each week, comedians and amateur detectives Liza Treyger and Kara Klenk break down episodes of NBC’s Law & Order: SVU, take a deep dive into the true crimes they're based on and interview on-screen talent, ranging from big stars to joggers who find the body. These are their stories. Dun dun!

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Tune in as they discuss all things not only Law & Order: SVU, but unfiltered hot takes on entertainment, TV, pop culture and more! Members of the elite squad like Kelli Giddish, BD Wong and Diane Neal have previously guested along with many more! Plus, the two friends frequently take to the stage with live shows featuring a PowerPoint, games and lots of laughs. Go to http://thatsmesseduplive.com or check their Instagram @thatsmesseduppod to check tour dates and get episode homework!

That’s Messed Up: An SVU Podcast is part of the Exactly Right podcast network that provides a platform for bold, creative voices to bring to life provocative, entertaining and relatable stories for audiences everywhere. The Exactly Right roster of podcasts covers a variety of topics including true crime, comedic interviews and news, science, pop culture and more. Podcasts on the network include My Favorite Murder with Karen Kilgariff and Georgia Hardstark, I Said No Gifts!, This Podcast Will Kill You, Bananas and more.

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  1. The Long Arm of the Witness w/ Josh Stamberg

    · 2 h 23 min · Episode 308 · Explicit

    Today, Liza and Kara cover the episode “The Long Arm of the Witness” (Season 22, Episode 6), discuss the controversial Senate confirmation hearings for Supreme Court nominee Brett Kavanaugh, and interview the fantastic…

  2. Complicated w/ Kellie Overbey

    · 1 h 31 min · Episode 307 · Explicit

    This week, Kara and Liza break down the SVU episode, “Complicated” (Season 19, Episode 5), discuss the confounding death of Kacie Aleece Peterson, and interview the wonderful actor and coffee shop friend of Liza,…

  3. Personal Fouls w/ Dan Lauria

    · 1 h 58 min · Episode 306 · Explicit

    Today, Liza and Kara discuss the SVU episode “Personal Fouls” (Season 13, Episode 2), investigate the crimes of real-life basketball coach and pedophile Ernest Lorch, and interview the legendary Dan Lauria (The Wonder…

  4. Spectacle

    · 1 h 47 min · Episode 305 · Explicit

    This week, Kara and Liza recap “Spectacle” (Season 12, Episode 16) and discuss the unbelievable kidnapping of Delimar Vera. SOURCES: KHQ Northwest Public Broadcasting The Spokesman-Review Idaho Press HubPages The New…

  5. I Thought You Were on My Side w/ Danielle Moné Truitt

    · 2 h 14 min · Episode 304 · Explicit

    Today, Kara and Liza cover the episode “I Thought You Were on My Side” (Season 23, Episode 3), discuss the multiple Ron Jeremy sexual assault cases, and interview the wonderful Danielle Moné Truitt (Law & Order:…

  6. In the Wind w/ Michael Foote

    · 2 h 03 min · Episode 303 · Explicit

    This week, Liza and Kara break down the SVU episode, “In the Wind” (Season 27, Episode 1), discuss the horrific murderer/ landlord Kim Kyu-soo, and interview the incredible immigration lawyer and podcaster Michael…

  7. Burning With Rage Forever w/ Christian Navarro

    · 2 h 13 min · Episode 302 · Explicit

    Today, Liza and Kara discuss the SVU episode “Burning With Rage Forever” (Season 23, Episode 11), investigate the Roblox child predator controversies, and interview the phenomenal Christian Navarro (13 Reasons Why).…

  8. Facing Demons w/ William Sadler

    · 1 h 59 min · Episode 301 · Explicit

    This week, Kara and Liza recap “Facing Demons” (Season 20, Episode 16), discuss the former Speaker of the House Dennis Hastert's sexual abuse cases, and interview the incredible William Sadler. SOURCES: Wikipedia -…

  9. Bang w/ John Stamos

    · 2 h 21 min · Episode 300 · Explicit

    Today, Liza and Kara celebrate their 300th episode by recapping “Bang” (Season 12, Episode 22), discussing the wild Keith MacDonald (a.k.a. "Love Rat Dad") case, and interviewing the iconic John Stamos. SOURCES: Daily…

  10. Guardians and Gladiators w/ Stephen Wallem

    · 2 h 18 min · Episode 299 · Explicit

    This week, Kara and Liza break down the SVU episode, “Guardians and Gladiators” (Season 22, Episode 1), discuss the infuriating Central Park birdwatching incident, and interview the lovely Stephen Wallem (Nurse…

  11. Weak

    · 1 h 46 min · Episode 298 · Explicit

    Today, Liza and Kara discuss the SVU episode “Weak” (Season 6, Episode 9) and investigate the horrific crimes of Chicago mass murderer Richard Speck. SOURCES: The Pennsylvania Gazette Wikipedia - Troy Graves The…

  12. Welcome to the Pedo Motel w/ Victoria Lily Robertson

    · 2 h 18 min · Episode 297 · Explicit

    This week, Kara and Liza recap “Welcome to the Pedo Motel” (Season 22, Episode 10), discuss the infuriatingly tragic Ahmaud Arbery case, and interview the delightful Victoria Lily Robertson. SOURCES: CNN The Guardian…

  13. Child's Welfare w/ Michael Weston

    · 2 h 03 min · Episode 296 · Explicit

    Today, Liza and Kara tackle the episode “Child's Welfare” (Season 13, Episode 16), discuss the truly horrific kidnapping of Jaycee Dugard, and interview the wonderful Michael Weston (aka Simon, Olivia Benson’s…

  14. Swimming With The Sharks w/ Radha Mitchell

    · 1 h 53 min · Episode 295 · Explicit

    This week, Kara and Liza break down the SVU episode, “Swimming With The Sharks” (Season 21, Episode 15) and discuss the infuriating Seemona Sumasar and Jerry Ramrattan case. Plus, they interview the incredibly talented…

  15. Assumptions w/ Nazneen Contractor

    · 2 h 13 min · Episode 294 · Explicit

    Today, Kara and Liza discuss the SVU episode “Assumptions” (Season 20, Episode 23), investigate the January 2019 confrontation at the Lincoln Memorial, and chat with the brilliant Nazneen Contractor. SOURCES: CNN 1…

  16. Star-Struck Victims w/ Craig Bierko

    · 2 h 15 min · Episode 293 · Explicit

    This week, Liza and Kara recap “Star-Struck Victims” (Season 17, Episode 16). They discuss the dozens of horrific rape allegations against Bill Cosby. And to cleanse the palate, they chat with the wonderful Craig…

  17. Savant

    · 1 h 56 min · Episode 292 · Explicit

    Today, Liza and Kara tackle the classic SVU episode “Savant” (Season 9, Episode 4) and discuss the bizarre crimes of wife-murderer Jonathan Nyce. SOURCES: The New York Times NBC News The Reporter NBC Philadelphia…

  18. Murdered at a Bad Address w/ Happy Anderson

    · 1 h 48 min · Episode 291 · Explicit

    This week, Kara and Liza break down the SVU episode, “Murdered at a Bad Address” (Season 21, Episode 6) and discuss the scandal surrounding corrupt cop Louis N. Scarcella. Plus, they interview the wonderful Happy…

  19. Devastating Story w/ Ally Ioannides

    · 2 h 16 min · Episode 290 · Explicit

    Today, Liza and Kara discuss the SVU episode “Devastating Story” (Season 16, Episode 18), investigate the retracted "A Rape on Campus" article published in Rolling Stone magazine, and chat with the delightful Ally…

  20. American Dream & Sanctuary w/ Poorna Jagannathan

    · 2 h 21 min · Episode 289 · Explicit

    This week, Kara and Liza recap a two-part episode, “American Dream” & “Sanctuary” (Season 18, Episodes 2 & 21). They discuss the real-life racially motivated murder by Adam Purinton. And to cap off the episode, they…

  21. Angels

    · 1 h 42 min · Episode 288 · Explicit

    Today, Liza and Kara tackle the disturbing episode “Angels” (Season 4, Episode 6), NAMBLA (North American Man/Boy Love Association), and the horrific real-life work of psychologist and sexologist Helmut Kentler.…

  22. Motherly Love w/ Sarah Wynter

    · 2 h 05 min · Episode 287 · Explicit

    This week, Kara and Liza break down the SVU episode, “Motherly Love” (Season 18, Episode 10) and discuss the upsetting crimes of pedophile teacher Pamela Joan Rogers. Plus, they interview the delightful Sarah Wynter.…

  23. Venom w/ Joe Grifasi

    · 2 h 03 min · Episode 286 · Explicit

    Today, Liza and Kara discuss the SVU episode “Venom” (Season 7, Episode 18), investigate the historic Raymond Levi Cobb case, and chat with the legendary Joe Grifasi. SOURCES: Los Angeles Times Office of the Solicitor…

  24. Bound

    · 2 h 03 min · Episode 285 · Explicit

    This week, Kara and Liza recap the episode “Bound” (Season 5, Episode 23) and discuss two different murderers - Dorothea Puente (a.k.a. "The Death House Landlady") and Charles Cullen (a.k.a. "The Killer Nurse")…

  25. Constricted w/ Zak Orth

    · 2 h 03 min · Episode 284 · Explicit

    Today, Liza and Kara tackle the episode “Constricted” (Season 26, Episode 4) and the real-life issue of increasing numbers of youth sexual non-fatal (and fatal) strangulation cases. Plus, they have a lovely chat with…

  26. Mea Culpa w/ George Newbern

    · 1 h 59 min · Episode 283 · Explicit

    This week, Liza and Kara break down the SVU episode, “Mea Culpa” (Season 20, Episode 9) and discuss the infamous murder of Stanford White by Harry Kendall Thaw following the rape of Evelyn Nesbit. Plus, they interview…

  27. Recall

    · 1 h 52 min · Episode 282 · Explicit

    Today, Kara and Liza discuss the SVU episode “Recall” (Season 8, Episode 3) and investigate the horrific crimes and lack of justice involved with the case of serial rapist Melvin Carter (a.k.a. "The College Terrace…

  28. Redemption in Her Corner

    · 1 h 17 min · Episode 281 · Explicit

    This week, Liza and Kara recap the episode “Redemption in Her Corner” (Season 21, Episode 13) and discuss the case involving Jamill Jones fatally one-punching Sandor Szabo. SOURCES: The New York State Senate 1 The New…

  29. Deadly Ambition w/ Carolyn McCormick

    · 2 h 14 min · Episode 280 · Explicit

    Today, Kara and Liza tackle the episode “Deadly Ambition” (Season 14, Episode 15) and the confounding Tracy Roberson case. Plus, they have a lovely chat with the iconic Carolyn McCormick. SOURCES: NBC News ABC News…

  30. Father Dearest w/ Eric Close

    · 2 h 03 min · Episode 279 · Explicit

    This week, Liza and Kara break down the SVU episode, “Father Dearest” (Season 13, Episode 20) and discuss the real-life story of prolific sperm donor Ben Seisler. Plus, they interview the delightful Eric Close.…

  31. Great Expectations w/ Lincoln Melcher

    · 1 h 49 min · Episode 278 · Explicit

    Today, Kara and Liza discuss the hockey-related episode “Great Expectations” (Season 18, Episode 11) and investigate the case of Thomas Junta murdering another hockey Dad at a children’s pickup game. Plus, they chat…

  32. Reasonable Doubt w/ Bradley Whitford

    · 2 h 27 min · Episode 277 · Explicit

    This week, Liza and Kara recap the episode “Reasonable Doubt” (Season 15, Episode 22) and discuss the predatory history of the infamous film director Woody Allen. Plus, they have a wonderful conversation with the…

  33. Hothouse w/ Aya Cash

    · 2 h 12 min · Episode 276 · Explicit

    Today, Kara and Liza tackle the episode “Hothouse” (Season 10, Episode 12) and the disturbing real-life murder of teenager Kirsten Costas. Plus, they have a lovely chat with the wonderful Aya Cash (The Boys, You're the…

  34. Sophomore Jinx w/ Lothaire Bluteau

    · 1 h 58 min · Episode 275 · Explicit

    This week, Liza and Kara go way back to season one to cover the episode, “Sophomore Jinx” (Season 1, Episode 6). They also discuss the date rape case of Katie Koestner and her ongoing legacy. Plus, they interview the…

  35. Cold w/ Judith McCreary

    · 2 h 24 min · Episode 274 · Explicit

    Today, Kara and Liza discuss the episode “Cold” (Season 9, Episode 19) and investigate the case of Gerard Schaefer a.k.a. "The Killer Cop." Plus, they chat with the prolific writer of this very SVU episode, the amazing…

  36. Pursuit

    · 1 h 53 min · Episode 273 · Explicit

    In this episode, Liza and Kara recap “Pursuit” (Season 12, Episode 17). Plus, they discuss the phenomenon of To Catch a Predator and the prolific serial killer Gary Ridgway a.k.a. "The Green River Killer." SOURCES:…

  37. Let Me Bring Pardon

    · 1 h 11 min · Episode 272 · Explicit

    Today, Kara and Liza tackle the episode “Let Me Bring Pardon” (Season 26, Episode 16). Plus, they discuss the disgusting crimes perpetrated by Nathan Sutherland at the Hacienda HealthCare facility. SOURCES: Vice NBC…

  38. Responsible w/ Leven Rambin

    · 2 h 09 min · Episode 271 · Explicit

    This week, Kara and Liza cover the episode,“Responsible” (Season 8, Episode 18), discuss the case of sexual predator and former teacher Debra Lafave, and interview the wonderful Leven Rambin. SOURCES: ABC News CNN The…

  39. Dance, Lies and Videotape

    · 2 h 00 min · Episode 270 · Explicit

    Today, Kara and Liza discuss the episode “Dance, Lies and Videotape” (Season 21, Episode 17). Plus, they investigate the Alexandra Waterbury case involving ballet and the non-consensual sharing of explicit images.…

  40. Spooked w/ Vincent Spano

    · 2 h 23 min · Episode 269 · Explicit

    In this episode, Liza and Kara recap the episode, “Spooked” (Season 11, Episode 6), discuss the tragic Rachel Hoffman case, and interview the fantastic Vincent Spano. SOURCES: Wikipedia - Murder of Rachel Hoffman The…

  41. Ripped

    · 1 h 41 min · Episode 268 · Explicit

    Today, Kara and Liza tackle the episode “Ripped” (Season 7, Episode 4). Plus, they discuss the tragic, steroids-related suicide of teenager Taylor Hooton. SOURCES: The New York Times WHAT WOULD SISTER PEG DO:…

  42. Rorschach w/ Jama Williamson

    · 2 h 38 min · Episode 267 · Explicit

    This week, Liza and Kara cover the episode,“Rorschach” (Season 26, Episode 6), discuss the horrific murder of Gabby Petito, and interview the delightful Jama Williamson. SOURCES: Wikipedia - Killing of Gabby Petito…

  43. Chicago Crossover w/ Sophia Bush

    · 2 h 30 min · Episode 266 · Explicit

    Today, Kara and Liza discuss the SVU/ Chicago P.D. crossover episode, “Chicago Crossover” (Season 16, Episode 7). They dissect the horrific Norwich sexual abuse ring. Plus, they chat with the iconic Sophia Bush.…

  44. Wrath

    · 1 h 55 min · Episode 265 · Explicit

    In this episode, Liza and Kara recap the depressing episode,“Wrath” (Season 3, Episode 2). Plus, they discuss “body farms” and "The St. Albans Poisoner,” Graham Young. SOURCES: FBI.gov All Criminal Justice Schools…

  45. Death in Apartment 603: What Happened to Ellen Greenberg? w/ Director Nancy Schwartzman

    · 2 h 23 min · Episode 264 · Explicit

    This week, Kara and Liza do something a little different. Instead of an SVU episode, they cover the fascinating new docuseries “Death in Apartment 603: What Happened to Ellen Greenberg?” Plus, they chat with director…

  46. Pop w/ Audrie Neenan

    · 2 h 32 min · Episode 263 · Explicit

    In this week’s episode, Kara and Liza tackle the episode “Pop” (Season 12, Episode 11), discuss the "Fight Club" phenomenon caused by the book and movie, and interview the legendary Audrie Neenan. SOURCES: The New…

  47. Misleader

    · 1 h 47 min · Episode 262 · Explicit

    This week, Liza and Kara cover the episode, “Misleader” (Season 1, Episode 17), and discuss the scandalous George Roche III affair at Hillsdale College. SOURCES: Vanity Fair The New York Times Wikipedia - George Roche…

  48. They'd Already Disappeared w/ Blake DeLong

    · 2 h 38 min · Episode 261 · Explicit

    Today, Kara and Liza discuss the SVU episode “They'd Already Disappeared” (Season 23, Episode 7). They investigate multiple cases, including the infamous Anatoly Moskvin and his 29 mummified human dolls. And to cleanse…

  49. Blast

    · 1 h 44 min · Episode 260 · Explicit

    This week, Liza and Kara recap the wild episode,“Blast” (Season 7, Episode 13), and discuss two crimes - the horrific Marion Parker case and the insane North Hollywood shootout. SOURCES: Wikipedia - Murder of Marion…

  50. Desperate w/ Rob Estes

    · 2 h 15 min · Episode 259 · Explicit

    In this week’s episode, Kara and Liza tackle “Desperate” (Season 4, Episode 18), discuss the fascinating life of activist Faye Yager, and interview the iconic Rob Estes (Melrose Place). SOURCES: NYCLU FBI.gov 1…

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