Mean But True with Suzanne Lambert

If you have nothing nice to say, you can sit with us. Suzanne Lambert, the "Regina George liberal," presents Mean But True —an unapologetically irreverent and lighthearted podcast that explores pop culture, current events, and the politics that shape our everyday lives. Strong opinions about inconsequential (and otherwise) topics are encouraged. Do you have something mean but true you need to get off your chest? Put it in the book—and on the pod. For advertising opportunities please email PodcastPartnerships@Studio71us.com We wanna make the podcast even better, help us learn how we can: https://bit.ly/2EcYbu4 Privacy Policy: https://www.studio71.com/terms-and-conditions-use/#Privacy%20Policy

Episodes

Nathan Jun Is A Wannabe Tradwife

February 3, 2026 • 55 mins

It’s Mean But Truesday and today we welcome our bestie Nathan Jun! You’ve seen him all over social media and TV serving facts (and face). Today we will discuss green flags to look for when making new friends, the right way to let your friends know they look busted, and how Publix subs could’ve stopped the January 6 riots. Plus, a passionate defense of trad wives. Follow Suzanne: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@itssuzannelambert⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Follow Nathan:...

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Sami Sage Wants You To Try Stuff

January 27, 2026 • 52 mins

It’s Mean But Truesday, and we needed this episode and these laughs, tbh. It only makes the MOST sense ever to have Sami Sage join the pod! Sami is the co-founder of Betches Media; the biggest and most powerful humor platform for women. She runs Betches News, the Morning Announcements podcast, and is the co-author of the book Democracy in Retrograde. In this episode, we cover a lot of ground, including the Beckham family drama, wh...

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Jeremy Jacobowitz Loves Japanese 7-Eleven

January 20, 2026 • 53 mins

Welcome back to Mean But Truesday! Today our good friend Jeremy Jacobowitz joins the podcast. You probably know Jer Bear (can we call you that?) from Brunch Boys, the Let Me Tell You Why podcast, his extensive work in TV and film (including working as a producer and assistant for Bobby Flay), and eating at the best places while gracing our screens— all over social media and TV. Today we will discuss what it’s like to work for Bobb...

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Sydnee Washington Grew Up on Lifetime

January 13, 2026 • 69 mins

Hey yall! It’s Mean But Truesday and we are beyond excited to welcome the iconic, hilarious Sydnee Washington to the pod. Comedian, model, actress, podcaster—Sydnee is truly a multi-hyphenate. You’ve probably seen her on Comedy Central’s 2018 Up Next showcase, or cracked up listening to MESS with Sydnee Washington & Marie Faustin. Either way, she does not miss. In this episode, we get into how soil actually dies (???), being com...

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Liza Treyger is Naming Names

January 6, 2026 • 54 mins

It’s Mean But Truesday and we are thrilled to welcome our friend, inspiration and icon Liza Treyger to the pod! Liza’s Netflix special, Night Owl, is a must-watch (streaming now)! You may have seen her on her standup tour, on NBC’s Last Comic Standing, Late Night with Seth Meyers, Chelsea Lately, Survival of the Thickest, Nope, and The King of Staten Island (go off, credits)!!! Liza also co-hosts That's Messed Up: An SVU Podcast. ...

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Adam Rippon Believes in Whole Milk

December 30, 2025 • 53 mins

Happy holidays! How lucky are we to celebrate with THE Adam Rippon?! You could say Adam is busy: winning a bronze Olympic medal for figure skating at the 2018 Olympics, winning Dancing With the Stars, writing his book Beautiful on the Outside, hosting his podcast Intrusive Thoughts, opening his medspa (coming soon!), and being free of inhibitions at the grocery store. In this episode, we talk about the ideal career path for Cath...

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Harry Sisson Wants to Fight Stephen Miller

December 16, 2025 • 59 mins

Remember the time the President of the United States posted an AI video of a fighter jet literally dumping sh*t on Harry’s head? Just felt it was necessary to point that out before continuing :) We are so excited to welcome Harry to Mean But True! We will chat about the MAGA movement to deport Harry (spoiler: he’s an American citizen), our opps and how dumb they are, and what our walkout songs would be if we were professional base...

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BONUS EPISODE: Gavin Newsom Thinks Mike Johnson is Buying All the Kneepads

December 12, 2025 • 24 mins

It was only a matter of time— Governor Gavin Newsom joins Mean But True for a bonus episode of the ages! As the Governor of California, Gov. Newsom has made shockwaves around the country for fighting fire with fire, fiercely (and we mean fiercely) advocating for Californians, the successful passage of Prop 50, and generally bodying the Trump administration through memes on a daily basis. In this episode, we will discuss some of his...

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Tyler Bender Has Figured Out Gen Z Tradwives

December 9, 2025 • 57 mins

The impossibly clever, charming and hilarious Tyler Bender joins us on Mean But Truesday! You may recognize Tyler from her hilarious anti-cooking show “Tyler’s Kitschen,” her culturally defining parody as the “original almond mom,” and brilliant sketch comedy all across your FYP. We discuss things we like to lie about, how people in run clubs should be punished, and the struggles of being a child film director. Plus, a SCORCHING ho...

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Del Amo Manny is a Scar Apologist

December 2, 2025 • 51 mins

It’s Mean But Truesday and we’re welcoming hilarious stand-up comedian and internet phenomenon, Del Amo Manny, to the pod! In this episode, we will discuss what things people say just for attention, a controversial take on Lion King, and putting what you want into the universe. Follow Suzanne: ⁠@itssuzannelambert⁠ Follow Del Amo Manny: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/delamomanny/ See full episodes on our YouTube channel: ⁠@itssuzan...

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Jonathan Van Ness Can Change a Tire (AND Your Mind)

November 25, 2025 • 55 mins

It’s Mean But Truesday honeyyy and we’re actually FREAKING OUT to welcome Jonathan Van Ness! You may know JVN from Queer Eye, their Hot and Healed standup comedy tour, the New York Times bestseller list, the life changing line that is JVN Hair, their podcast Getting Better with Jonathan Van Ness, and just being a hilarious, kind icon. In this episode, we will talk about dealing with rumors, chain restaurant classics, and our adve...

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Frazz Doesn’t Really Think About Anything

November 18, 2025 • 55 mins

It’s Mean But Truesday and we have Mrs. Frazzled aka Frazz aka Arielle with us today! Today’s convo centers on kids being gaslighters, the drama surrounding Myspace layouts and whether it’s okay for government officials to use taxpayer money for aesthetic treatments. Follow Suzanne: @itssuzannelambert Follow Mrs.Frazzled : @mrs.frazzled See full episodes on our YouTube channel: ⁠@itssuzannelambert⁠ Don’t forget to follo...

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Niles Abston is the Bridge

November 11, 2025 • 53 mins

It’s Tuesday, which means it’s Mean But Truesday! We are so excited to have comedian, director and writer Niles Abston with us this week! We will discuss when quitting standup comedy is a good idea, why love bombing is actually great and why all vegans are cheaters. Plus, a soft launch. Follow Suzanne: @itssuzannelambert Follow Niles: @thenilesabstonshow See full episodes on our YouTube channel: @itssuzannelambert Don’t fo...

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Brian Tyler Cohen Misses Club La Vela

November 4, 2025 • 57 mins

Y'alllllll! Welcome to Mean But True! This week, Brian Tyler Cohen joins us to talk storied spring break traditions, the appropriate life span for dogs, and our country’s most misunderstood (and under-appreciated!) state. Follow Suzanne: @itssuzannelambert Follow Brian: @briantylercohen To watch the podcast on YouTube: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ https://youtube.com/@itssuzannelambert?si=jwVlupXku4Kpzy6d ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠htt...

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Introducing Mean But True with Suzanne Lambert

October 28, 2025 • 58 secs

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Mean But True with Suzanne Lambert

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Jeremy Jacobowitz Loves Japanese 7-Eleven

Sydnee Washington Grew Up on Lifetime

Liza Treyger is Naming Names

Adam Rippon Believes in Whole Milk

Harry Sisson Wants to Fight Stephen Miller

BONUS EPISODE: Gavin Newsom Thinks Mike Johnson is Buying All the Kneepads

Tyler Bender Has Figured Out Gen Z Tradwives

Del Amo Manny is a Scar Apologist

Jonathan Van Ness Can Change a Tire (AND Your Mind)

Frazz Doesn’t Really Think About Anything

Niles Abston *is* the Bridge

Brian Tyler Cohen Misses Club La Vela

Introducing Mean But True with Suzanne Lambert

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