

Mean But True with Suzanne Lambert
Suzanne Lambert & Studio71
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.
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Mar 24, 2026 • 1h
Attorney Martinez Chose The Audi
It’s the best day of the week and we’re so excited to have our gal AKA Barbie AKA Elle Woods AKA Attorney Martinez join us! Kat “Attorney Martinez” breaks down immigration law to her social media audience of millions, is the author of “Courage of Caroline,” and truly the baddest to ever do it.
On this Mean But Truesday, we talk through the craziest thing a couple fought over during Kat’s time as a divorce attorney, our thoughts on coffee shop dates, the most common misconceptions about immigrants, why quiet men love crazy women, and the weird drama about Suzanne’s first debate. Also, the funniest, most ridiculous first date story we’ve ever heard.
Follow Suzanne: @itssuzannelambert
Follow Attorney Martinez: @attorneymartinez
Get tickets for my next show in DC: https://dcimprov-com.seatengine.com/shows/361825
Check out my Substack: https://itssuzannelambert.substack.com/
See full episodes on our YouTube channel: @itssuzannelambert
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Mar 17, 2026 • 53min
Phoebe Robinson Will Decide When You Can Quit Therapy
Welcome back yall! We’re fresh off the SXSW exhaustion and genuinely elated to welcome the GOAT, Phoebe Robinson, to MBT! You know Phoebe from her storied career in comedy and acting, her three bestselling books (with another on the way!), her HBO series, and the way she keeps her her #ThotNaysh community laughing online. You’ve also heard Suzanne talk about her (a lot).
In this episode, we discuss marathon training, falling back in love with standup comedy, why hot guys are good for feminism, crushes, navigating public breakups, and what every person needs to hear if they’re looking to pivot.
Follow Suzanne: @itssuzannelambert
Follow Phoebe: @dopequeenpheebs
Get tickets for my next show in DC: https://dcimprov-com.seatengine.com/shows/361825
Check out my Substack: https://itssuzannelambert.substack.com/
See full episodes on our YouTube channel: @itssuzannelambert
Don’t forget to follow the podcast for free wherever you're listening or by using this link: https://bit.ly/MeanButTrue
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Mar 10, 2026 • 1h 4min
Barrett Adair Puts An End To Birthday Posts
We’re back for Mean But Truesday with our most highly requested guest and dear friend, Barrett Adair! You’ve seen Barrett deliver reads with the proficiency of a librarian on the internet, and may have also reposted her jokes on her meme account @hellicitymerriman. In this episode, we discuss our favorite politicians, the ongoing scandal and intrigue around Punch the Monkey, Suzanne’s random celebrity beef, favorite Mary-Kate and Ashley films, among many other things.
Follow Suzanne: @itssuzannelambert
Follow Barrett: @barrettadair
Follow Barrett's meme account: @hellicity_merriman
Get tickets for my next show in DC: https://dcimprov-com.seatengine.com/shows/361825
Check out my Substack: https://itssuzannelambert.substack.com/
See full episodes on our YouTube channel: @itssuzannelambert
Don’t forget to follow the podcast for free wherever you're listening or by using this link: https://bit.ly/MeanButTrue
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Mar 3, 2026 • 1h 3min
Matthew Broussard Knows He Looks Like That
It’s the best day of the week and we are in for a super special Mean But Truesday! You may know Matthew Broussard from his comedy special Hyperbolic, his standup that you can see all over the country (touring now!), and his general hilarity that has graced your TV and phone screen for years.
In this episode, we will discuss what Matthew and Suzanne were like in high school (and their unexpected high school rivalry), some stories from their past lives in finance, what Matthew has learned throughout his ten year relationship (turned happy marriage), and memorable times they’ve bombed onstage. Plus, the most recent time each of them admitted they were wrong.
Follow Suzanne: @itssuzannelambert
Follow Matthew: @mondaypunday
Check out Matthew's comedy special HYPERBOLIC: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5UECGG-CD88.
Check out my Substack: https://itssuzannelambert.substack.com/
See full episodes on our YouTube channel: @itssuzannelambert
Don’t forget to follow the podcast for free wherever you're listening or by using this link: https://bit.ly/MeanButTrue
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Feb 24, 2026 • 1h 7min
Don’t Put Sasha Pieterse In A Box
Got a secret, can you keep it? On this Mean But Truesday, we are actually screaming as we welcome our friend Sasha Pieterse. You may know her as Alison from Pretty Little Liars, her recent starring role in The Image of You, her podcast Women in the Nude, her brands Hippie Water and Hippie Energy, and her storied, iconic acting career that has spanned decades.
In this episode, we will discuss why Sasha was on Capitol Hill (and her run-in with Suzanne!), navigating body changes in front of the world, what it was like to film Pretty Little Liars, being a child star, dealing with being roasted by kids, and how her relationship with her sexuality has changed since becoming a mom.
Plus, an honest admission of how many unread texts Sasha and Suzanne have.
Follow Suzanne: @itssuzannelambert
Follow Sasha: @sashapieterse
Follow Hippie Water: https://www.instagram.com/myhippiewater/
Check out Hippie Water: https://drinkhippie.com/pages/brands/hippie-water.
Check out Women in the Nude Podcast: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLTGE0Fe3tbALEC75lYgl8YSZHcRbp1Soz&si=ANHdiBj0OSEJkV3t.
Check out my Substack: https://itssuzannelambert.substack.com/
See full episodes on our YouTube channel: @itssuzannelambert
Don’t forget to follow the podcast for free wherever you're listening or by using this link: https://bit.ly/MeanButTrue
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Feb 17, 2026 • 48min
Suzanne Lambert Thinks Baby Spice is Boring
It’s Mean But Truesday and we have a special kind of episode today! Suzanne is flying solo for the first time and answering questions that you submitted. Today we’ll get into Suzanne’s worst breakup (and ex), how blowing up online has impacted her mental health, why Bubbles was the worst Powerpuff Girl, navigating conversations with family members who have different political views, and so much more.
Follow Suzanne: @itssuzannelambert
Check out my Substack: https://itssuzannelambert.substack.com/
See full episodes on our YouTube channel: @itssuzannelambert
Don’t forget to follow the podcast for free wherever you're listening or by using this link: https://bit.ly/MeanButTrue
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Feb 10, 2026 • 57min
Caroline Baniewicz Thinks Your Therapist Is Enabling You
You already know what day it is! Today we welcome Caroline Baniewicz to MBT! You may recognize Caroline from her standup comedy, music (streaming everywhere!), skits, acting, and work with Barstool Sports. She’s a multi-hyphenate, pretty AND so funny—how annoying!
Today we will discuss when therapy becomes toxic (and our ideas to make it less so), the trauma that made us funny, sorority board drama, and finally, Suzanne’s phone call with Joe Exotic from prison. You’d be nuts to miss this episode.
Follow Suzanne: @itssuzannelambert
Follow Caroline: @carolinebaniewicz
Check out my Substack:
Suzanne :https://itssuzannelambert.substack.com/
See full episodes on our YouTube channel: @itssuzannelambert
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Feb 3, 2026 • 56min
Nathan Jun Is A Wannabe Tradwife
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: @nathancjun
Check out our Substacks:
Suzanne :https://itssuzannelambert.substack.com/
Nathan: https://nathanjun.substack.com/
See full episodes on our YouTube channel: @itssuzannelambert
Don’t forget to follow the podcast for free wherever you're listening or by using this link: https://bit.ly/MeanButTrue
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Jan 27, 2026 • 53min
Sami Sage Wants You To Try Stuff
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, why everyone is trying to cancel the Glambot guy, and Sami’s advice for working successfully with friends. Plus, Suzanne sets the record straight on some of y’all switching up your NSYNC narrative.
Follow Suzanne: @itssuzannelambert
Follow Sami: @sami
Follow BetchesNews: @betches_news
See full episodes on our YouTube channel: @itssuzannelambert
Don’t forget to follow the podcast for free wherever you're listening or by using this link: https://bit.ly/MeanButTrue
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Jan 20, 2026 • 53min
Jeremy Jacobowitz Loves Japanese 7-Eleven
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 Bobby Flay, his judgmental take on Suzanne’s bagel order (so rude for what?!), and of course, some of his favorite spots to go in NYC.
Follow Suzanne: @itssuzannelambert
Follow Jeremy: @jeremyjacobowitz
See full episodes on our YouTube channel: @itssuzannelambert
Don’t forget to follow the podcast for free wherever you're listening or by using this link: https://bit.ly/MeanButTrue
If you like the show, telling a friend about it would be amazing! You can text, email, Tweet, or send this link to a friend: https://bit.ly/MeanButTrue
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