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 Mail
Salon
Wikipedia - Genetic sexual attraction
Wikipedia - Westermarck effect
ABC7
Time
Center for Genetics and Society

WHAT WOULD SISTER PEG DO:
Families Rising

Next week’s episode will be “Deadly Ambition” (Season 14, Episode 15).

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This week, Liza and Kara break down the SVU episode, &ldquo;Father Dearest&rdquo; (Season 13, Episode 20) and discuss the real-life story of prolific sperm donor Ben Seisler. Plus, they interview the delightful Eric Close.
SOURCES: <a href="https://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-3725551/Mother-36-son-19-fell-love-met-year-gave-adoption-baby-say-willing-risk-JAIL-defend-love.html">Daily Mail</a> <a href="https://www.salon.com/2016/08/16/debunking-genetic-sexual-attraction-incest-by-any-other-name-is-still-incest/">Salon</a> <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Genetic_sexual_attraction">Wikipedia - Genetic sexual attraction</a> <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Westermarck_effect">Wikipedia - Westermarck effect</a> <a href="https://abc7amarillo.com/news/local/mother-son-in-clovis-incest-case-accept-plea-deals">ABC7</a> <a href="https://time.com/archive/6641585/frozen-assets/">Time</a> <a href="https://www.geneticsandsociety.org/article/one-man-fathering-150-children-why-sperm-banks-may-be-unethical">Center for Genetics and Society</a>
WHAT WOULD SISTER PEG DO: <a href="https://wearefamiliesrising.org/resource/helping-children-connect-with-birth-parents/">Families Rising</a>
Next week&rsquo;s episode will be &ldquo;Deadly Ambition&rdquo; (Season 14, Episode 15).
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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!

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.

That's Messed Up: An SVU Podcast

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!

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.

Father Dearest w/ Eric Close

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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
ABC7 Amarillo
Court Of Appeals Second District Of Texas Fort Worth
Fort 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). 

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Today, Kara and Liza tackle the episode &ldquo;Deadly Ambition&rdquo; (Season 14, Episode 15) and the confounding Tracy Roberson case. Plus, they have a lovely chat with the iconic Carolyn McCormick.
SOURCES: <a href="https://www.nbcnews.com/id/wbna24441428">NBC News</a> <a href="https://abcnews.com/GMA/LegalCenter/story?id=2998744&amp;page=1">ABC News</a> <a href="https://abc7amarillo.com/news/local/husband-shoots-wifes-lover-wife-sent-to-prison">ABC7 Amarillo</a> <a href="https://cases.justia.com/texas/second-court-of-appeals/02-08-00152-cr.pdf">Court Of Appeals Second District Of Texas Fort Worth</a> <a href="https://www.star-telegram.com/latest-news/article3822650.html">Fort Worth Star-Telegram</a>
WHAT WOULD SISTER PEG DO: <a href="https://www.thementalhealthcoalition.org/resources/?gad_source=1&amp;gad_campaignid=18921050122&amp;gbraid=0AAAAApCtPD8WYYX0BeMDxbjkgHQ3Jcnct&amp;gclid=Cj0KCQjwqPLOBhCiARIsAKRMPZoGmOfkPFn44AkxdD_EUd3KO2Far8D7XtZOMc19vOY__FA7sjnRnv0aApBaEALw_wcB">The Mental Health Coalition</a>
Next week&rsquo;s episode will be &ldquo;Redemption in Her Corner&rdquo; (Season 21, Episode 13).&nbsp;
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Deadly Ambition w/ Carolyn McCormick

https://api.omny.fm/orgs/e73c998e-6e60-432f-8610-ae210140c5b1/clips/bd3f16ca-92f6-48a0-b627-b42b00eedbd6/transcript

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 Times
CNN
NBC Sports
Telegram & Gazette
CBS 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/3yb7hqu

Today, Kara and Liza discuss the hockey-related episode &ldquo;Great Expectations&rdquo; (Season 18, Episode 11) and investigate the case of Thomas Junta murdering another hockey Dad at a children&rsquo;s pickup game. Plus, they chat with the wonderful Lincoln Melcher.
SOURCES: <a href="https://www.nytimes.com/2002/01/12/us/man-convicted-in-fatal-beating-in-dispute-at-son-s-hockey-game.html">The New York Times</a> <a href="https://www.cnn.com/2002/LAW/01/08/hockey.dad.trial/index.html?related">CNN</a> <a href="https://www.nbcsports.com/nhl/news/thomas-junta-finishes-prison-term-for-involuntary-manslaughter">NBC Sports</a> <a href="https://www.telegram.com/story/news/local/north/2008/04/12/violent-hockey-dad-denied-parole/52450677007/">Telegram &amp; Gazette</a> <a href="https://www.cbsnews.com/news/hockey-dad-found-guilty/">CBS News</a>
WHAT WOULD SISTER PEG DO: <a href="https://hockeydiversityalliance.org/">Hockey Diversity Alliance</a>
Next week&rsquo;s episode will be &ldquo;Father Dearest&rdquo; (Season 13, Episode 20).
Support this podcast by shopping our latest sponsor deals and promotions at this link: <a href="https://bit.ly/3yb7hqu">https://bit.ly/3yb7hqu</a>

Great Expectations w/ Lincoln Melcher

https://api.omny.fm/orgs/e73c998e-6e60-432f-8610-ae210140c5b1/clips/55107b88-a0c9-4122-bf9f-b41d00f03320/transcript

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 allegation
Vanity Fair 1
Vanity Fair 2
Vanity Fair 3
The New York Times 1
The New York Times 2
mosesfarrow.blogspot.com
Vulture
Los Angeles Times
Wikipedia - 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/3yb7hqu

This week, Liza and Kara recap the episode &ldquo;Reasonable Doubt&rdquo; (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: <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Woody_Allen_sexual_abuse_allegation">Wikipedia - Woody Allen sexual abuse allegation</a> <a href="https://archive.vanityfair.com/article/1992/11/mias-story">Vanity Fair 1</a> <a href="https://www.vanityfair.com/magazine/1992/11/farrow199211?srsltid=AfmBOopiqw61iOpKp6vP9Vt1dLhp3CdsNzN1CYBiZXTITTWELVnK5Td_">Vanity Fair 2</a> <a href="https://web.archive.org/web/20230701102954/https://www.vanityfair.com/style/2013/11/mia-farrow-frank-sinatra-ronan-farrow">Vanity Fair 3</a> <a href="https://archive.nytimes.com/kristof.blogs.nytimes.com/2014/02/01/an-open-letter-from-dylan-farrow/">The New York Times 1</a> <a href="https://www.nytimes.com/2014/02/09/opinion/sunday/woody-allen-speaks-out.html">The New York Times 2</a> <a href="https://web.archive.org/web/20240413064751/https://mosesfarrow.blogspot.com/2018/05/a-son-speaks-out-by-moses-farrow.html">mosesfarrow.blogspot.com</a> <a href="https://www.vulture.com/2018/09/soon-yi-previn-speaks.html">Vulture</a> <a href="https://web.archive.org/web/20230617005534/https://www.latimes.com/opinion/op-ed/la-oe-farrow-woody-allen-me-too-20171207-story.html">Los Angeles Times</a> <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Roman_Polanski">Wikipedia - Roman Polanski</a>
WHAT WOULD SISTER PEG DO: <a href="https://www.hollywoodreporter.com/news/general-news/my-father-woody-allen-danger-892572/">My Father, Woody Allen, and the Danger of Questions Unasked</a>
Next week&rsquo;s episode will be &ldquo;Great Expectations" (Season 18, Episode 11).&nbsp;
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Reasonable Doubt w/ Bradley Whitford

https://api.omny.fm/orgs/e73c998e-6e60-432f-8610-ae210140c5b1/clips/bb587cb1-9619-405d-aeaf-b41600fc99f8/transcript

Father Dearest w/ Eric Close

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