That's Messed Up: An SVU Podcast

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  Assumptions w/ Nazneen Contractor 21.07.2026 2ч 12мин

  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 1CNN 2CBS News 1CBS News 2The GuardianNPRABC NewsFirst Amendment Watch 1First Amendment Watch 2Politico WHAT WOULD SISTER PEG DO:Combatants for Peace Next week’s episode will be “Swimming With the Sharks” (Season 21, Episode 15). Support this podcast by shopping our latest sponsor deals and promotions at this link: https://bit.ly/3yb7hquSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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  Star-Struck Victims w/ Craig Bierko 14.07.2026 2ч 14мин

  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 Bierko. SOURCES:CNNAction News 5YahooThe Hollywood ReporterWikipedia - Bill Cosby sexual assault casesPhiladelphia MagazineThe Daily BeastUSA TodayThe New York Times WHAT WOULD SISTER PEG DO:‘I’m No Longer Afraid’: 35 Women Tell Their Stories About Being Assaulted by Bill Cosby, and the Culture That Wouldn’t Listen Next week’s episode will be “Assumptions" (Season 20, Episode 23).  Support this podcast by shopping our latest sponsor deals and promotions at this link: https://bit.ly/3yb7hquSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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  Savant 07.07.2026 1ч 56мин

  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 TimesNBC NewsThe ReporterNBC PhiladelphiaAmerican Veterinary Medical AssociationU.S. Food and Drug AdministrationForensic Files Now WHAT WOULD SISTER PEG DO:Help Nelson and Ariel Through ICE Detention Crisis Next week’s episode will be “Star-Struck Victims” (Season 17, Episode 16).  Support this podcast by shopping our latest sponsor deals and promotions at this link: https://bit.ly/3yb7hquSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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  Murdered at a Bad Address w/ Happy Anderson 30.06.2026 1ч 48мин

  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 Anderson. SOURCES:The New York Times 1The New York Times 2The New York Times 3The New York Times 4The New York Times 5Wikipedia - Louis ScarcellaKTLAABC 7CBS News6ABCCourthouse News ServiceThe Innocence CenterThe San Diego Union-Tribune WHAT WOULD SISTER PEG DO:The Frederick Douglass Project for Justice Next week’s episode will be “Savant” (Season 9, Episode 4). Support this podcast by shopping our latest sponsor deals and promotions at this link: https://bit.ly/3yb7hquSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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  Devastating Story w/ Ally Ioannides 23.06.2026 2ч 15мин

  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 Ioannides. SOURCES:Wikipedia - 2007 De Anza College rape investigationThe GuardianABC 7 NewsWikipedia - A Rape on CampusWashington PostBBCNPR 1NPR 2Rolling StoneWTVR WHAT WOULD SISTER PEG DO:End Rape on Campus Next week’s episode will be “Murdered at a Bad Address” (Season 21, Episode 6). Support this podcast by shopping our latest sponsor deals and promotions at this link: https://bit.ly/3yb7hquSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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  American Dream & Sanctuary w/ Poorna Jagannathan 16.06.2026 2ч 20мин

  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 interview the fabulous Poorna Jagannathan. SOURCES:PBSThe New York Times 1The New York Times 2AL.comCenter for Immigration Studies WHAT WOULD SISTER PEG DO:The Shoulder to Shoulder Campaign Next week’s episode will be “Devastating Story" (Season 16, Episode 18).  Support this podcast by shopping our latest sponsor deals and promotions at this link: https://bit.ly/3yb7hquSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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  Angels 09.06.2026 1ч 41мин

  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. SOURCES:Wikipedia - Helmut KentlerThe New Yorker WHAT WOULD SISTER PEG DO:The German Experiment That Placed Foster Children with Pedophiles by Rachel Aviv Next week’s episode will be “American Dream” & “Sanctuary” (Season 18, Episodes 20 & 21).  Support this podcast by shopping our latest sponsor deals and promotions at this link: https://bit.ly/3yb7hquSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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  Motherly Love w/ Sarah Wynter 02.06.2026 2ч 5мин

  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.  SOURCES:CBS News 1CBS News 2NBC New YorkABC 7 New YorkSpectrum News New York 1New York Daily News 1New York Daily News 2Tennessee Sex Offender RegistryThe Court Of Appeals Of Tennessee At NashvilleNBC NewsNew York Post WHAT WOULD SISTER PEG DO:12 Signs of Narcissistic Abuse Syndrome (and How to Get Help) Next week’s episode will be “Angels” (Season 4, Episode 6). Support this podcast by shopping our latest sponsor deals and promotions at this link: https://bit.ly/3yb7hquSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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  Venom w/ Joe Grifasi 26.05.2026 2ч 3мин

  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 TimesOffice of the Solicitor General - U.S. Department of JusticeVanishing Act: The Hunt for Margaret and Cory RayWikipedia - Texas v. Cobb WHAT WOULD SISTER PEG DO:DSA-LA Voter Guide Next week’s episode will be “Motherly Love” (Season 18, Episode 10). Support this podcast by shopping our latest sponsor deals and promotions at this link: https://bit.ly/3yb7hquSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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  Bound 19.05.2026 2ч 3мин

  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") SOURCES:World’s Most Evil KillersCNNThe New York Times WHAT WOULD SISTER PEG DO:Capturing the Killer Nurse Next week’s episode will be “Venom" (Season 7, Episode 18).  Support this podcast by shopping our latest sponsor deals and promotions at this link: https://bit.ly/3yb7hquSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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  Constricted w/ Zak Orth 12.05.2026 2ч 2мин

  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 the amazing Zak Orth. SOURCES:BBC 1BBC 2Psychology Today 1Psychology Today 2News MedicalAlliance for HOPE International WHAT WOULD SISTER PEG DO:How to talk to kids about porn Next week’s episode will be “Bound” (Season 5, Episode 23).  Support this podcast by shopping our latest sponsor deals and promotions at this link: https://bit.ly/3yb7hquSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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  Mea Culpa w/ George Newbern 05.05.2026 1ч 58мин

  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 the wonderful George Newbern.  SOURCES:BBCThe New York TimesWikipedia - Evelyn NesbitLibrary of CongressAvenue Magazine WHAT WOULD SISTER PEG DO:The Tragic Life of Evelyn Nesbit: The Murder That Shocked America Next week’s episode will be “Constricted” (Season 26, Episode 4). Support this podcast by shopping our latest sponsor deals and promotions at this link: https://bit.ly/3yb7hquSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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  Recall 28.04.2026 1ч 52мин

  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 Rapist"). SOURCES:CNNSeattle Post-IntelligencerOrlando SentinelWIS News 10The Seattle TimesLong Beach Press-TelegramThe Mercury NewsThe New York TimesSFGATE13WHAM ABC RochesterDivision of Criminal Justice Services - New York StateCountry of Livingston, New YorkThe Daily News WHAT WOULD SISTER PEG DO:We're told eyewitness testimony isn't reliable. But new science says it might be Next week’s episode will be “Mea Culpa” (Season 20, Episode 9). Support this podcast by shopping our latest sponsor deals and promotions at this link: https://bit.ly/3yb7hquSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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  Redemption in Her Corner 21.04.2026 1ч 17мин

  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 1The New York State Senate 2True Crime NewsPIX11 NewsESPNPeopleThe News & ObserverLos Angeles TimesThe New York Times WHAT WOULD SISTER PEG DO:YWCA USA Next week’s episode will be “Recall" (Season 8, Episode 3).  Support this podcast by shopping our latest sponsor deals and promotions at this link: https://bit.ly/3yb7hquSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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  Deadly Ambition w/ Carolyn McCormick 14.04.2026 2ч 14мин

  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 NewsABC NewsABC7 AmarilloCourt Of Appeals Second District Of Texas Fort WorthFort Worth Star-Telegram WHAT WOULD SISTER PEG DO:The Mental Health Coalition Next week’s episode will be “Redemption in Her Corner” (Season 21, Episode 13).  Support this podcast by shopping our latest sponsor deals and promotions at this link: https://bit.ly/3yb7hquSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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  Father Dearest w/ Eric Close 07.04.2026 2ч 2мин

  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. SOURCES:Daily MailSalonWikipedia - Genetic sexual attractionWikipedia - Westermarck effectABC7TimeCenter for Genetics and Society WHAT WOULD SISTER PEG DO:Families Rising Next week’s episode will be “Deadly Ambition” (Season 14, Episode 15). Support this podcast by shopping our latest sponsor deals and promotions at this link: https://bit.ly/3yb7hquSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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  Great Expectations w/ Lincoln Melcher 31.03.2026 1ч 49мин

  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 with the wonderful Lincoln Melcher. SOURCES:The New York TimesCNNNBC SportsTelegram & GazetteCBS News WHAT WOULD SISTER PEG DO:Hockey Diversity Alliance Next week’s episode will be “Father Dearest” (Season 13, Episode 20). Support this podcast by shopping our latest sponsor deals and promotions at this link: https://bit.ly/3yb7hquSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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  Reasonable Doubt w/ Bradley Whitford 24.03.2026 2ч 26мин

  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 magnificent Bradley Whitford. SOURCES:Wikipedia - Woody Allen sexual abuse allegationVanity Fair 1Vanity Fair 2Vanity Fair 3The New York Times 1The New York Times 2mosesfarrow.blogspot.comVultureLos Angeles TimesWikipedia - Roman Polanski WHAT WOULD SISTER PEG DO:My Father, Woody Allen, and the Danger of Questions Unasked Next week’s episode will be “Great Expectations" (Season 18, Episode 11).  Support this podcast by shopping our latest sponsor deals and promotions at this link: https://bit.ly/3yb7hquSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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  Hothouse w/ Aya Cash 17.03.2026 2ч 11мин

  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 Worst). SOURCES:Los Angeles TimesThe New York TimesTimeUnited Press International WHAT WOULD SISTER PEG DO:SAMHSA’s National Helpline Next week’s episode will be “Reasonable Doubt” (Season 15, Episode 22).  Support this podcast by shopping our latest sponsor deals and promotions at this link: https://bit.ly/3yb7hquSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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  Sophomore Jinx w/ Lothaire Bluteau 10.03.2026 1ч 58мин

  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 talented Lothaire Bluteau. SOURCES:Wikipedia - Murder of Jeanne CleryWikipedia - Katie KoestnerTime 1Time 2katiekoestner.comThe Flat HatBBCThe Daily Item WHAT WOULD SISTER PEG DO:Take Back the Night Next week’s episode will be “Hothouse” (Season 10, Episode 12). Support this podcast by shopping our latest sponsor deals and promotions at this link: https://bit.ly/3yb7hquSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.