MESSY THOUGHTS – Episode 20: Bad Bunny Backlash, Serena Supremacy & Wendy Williams Chaos

The girls are OUTSIDE this week — brunches, drag shows, Lady Gaga sweepstakes wins, and a whole lot of opinions. In Episode 20, BJ and LeBron dive headfirst into culture, controversy, and chaos. 💥 Bad Bunny’s Super Bowl halftime show sparks a bigger conversation about language, representation, Puerto Rico’s American identity, and why some people are STILL confused about what “America” actually means. The set design? Iconic. The symbolism? Deep. The haters? Loud (and wrong). 🎾 It’s Black History Month, so we’re spotlighting two absolute powerhouses: Serena Williams — the GOAT of modern tennis, fashion innovator, and global icon who changed the game forever. Wendy Williams — radio shock queen, daytime drama pioneer, and the original “ask the messy question on live TV” legend. The debate: Who had the bigger cultural impact?

We also get into:

-- Ozempic discourse

-- Jake Paul hypocrisy

-- Drag nights at Highland & Rain

-- Austin brunch energy at De Nada

-- Gaga ticket bloodbaths

-- Why Ticketmaster deserves jail time

-- And why you NEED to leave us a voicemail

📞 Want your messy thoughts on the pod? Call us at (512) 953-3084 and leave your name, age, location, and what’s on your mind. — Drop your favorite Serena outfit in the comments. Tell us if you watched Bad Bunny’s halftime show. And most importantly — help us get to 1,000 subscribers. Grab your cousin’s phone if you have to. This is Messy Thoughts — where the thoughts are messy and the bottoms are not. HOSTED BY BJ BUGESS AND LEBRON HUGGINS, PRODUCED BY KELLER DAVIS.

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Messy Thoughts Episode 19. This week on Messy Thoughts, we are ALL over the place… in the best way possible.

BJ kicks things off with a truly cursed Monday: dentist cancellations, a blown-out tire on I-35, Discount Tire chaos, and a reminder that sometimes you just have to laugh before you spiral. From there, we dive into the internet’s latest parasocial obsession — the TikTok breakup of Brin & Mario — and unpack what happens when your entire brand is built on being a couple.

Then it’s Black History Month, and we’re honoring two icons:

📚 E. Lynn Harris – the groundbreaking openly gay Black author who shaped a generation of readers. 🏛️ Shirley Chisholm – the first Black woman elected to Congress and the first Black woman to run for President in 1972.

We also play a chaotic tournament-style game: Who’s the Most Trustworthy White Person to Invite to the Cookout? The bracket includes Meryl Streep, Britney Spears, Dolly Parton, Adele, Miley Cyrus, and more. The final winner? You might be surprised.

And yes… we go there.

We get into fetishes, kinks, blindfolds, ropes, sensory play, gym cruising, roleplay fails, and whether your kink translates into your real-life personality. It’s messy. It’s honest. It’s slightly unhinged.

We wrap up with a listener voicemail asking:

• What belief did you have 5 years ago that embarrasses you now?
• What’s the most unhinged thought you had this week?

Let’s just say… the gym stories alone are worth it.

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The thoughts are messy… but the bottoms are not.

Messy Thoughts Episode 18. Season 2 of Messy Thoughts kicks off exactly how it should: loud, unfiltered, wildly funny, and just a little bit educational.

BJ and LeBron are back after a brief hiatus and immediately spiral into chaotic catch-ups — from blackout brunches and dangerous margaritas to messy New Year’s Eve parties, near house fires, and avoiding people in shared social circles. From there, things escalate quickly.

The duo introduces an instant classic game: “Is It Gay or Is It Straight?” — rating everything from Chili’s on 45th, TJ Maxx, Beyoncé concerts, and Fourth Street in Austin to Puerto Vallarta, Miami, and even the Republican National Convention on a very scientific 1–5 “gay scale.”

In honor of Black History Month, the conversation shifts to personal memories, first Black teachers, school experiences, and hilarious childhood stories — including a truly unforgettable Black History Month play gone wrong. BJ and LeBron also give flowers where they’re due, spotlighting legends like Loretta Devine and civil rights strategist Bayard Rustin, while unpacking how queerness has always existed in the movement, even when it was pushed into the background.

Then… it’s time to get into the real mess. The second half of the episode dives deep into gay culture discourse: jockstraps. Are they an outfit? A tool? A lifestyle? The hosts debate ratings, origins, locker room trauma, dark rooms, thong vs. jockstrap politics, Andrew Christian’s downfall, lingerie on men, and why gays are somehow both hyper-sexual and deeply practical at the same time.

It’s funny, raunchy, thoughtful, nostalgic, and exactly the kind of chaos you expect when the thoughts are messy — but the conversation is very real.

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Hosted by BJ Burgess and LeBron Huggins. Produced by Keller Davis.

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Messy Thoughts Episode 17. It’s the most wonderful (and chaotic) time of the year on Messy Thoughts! BJ and LeBron kick off the Christmas special exactly how you’d expect—by exchanging extremely questionable gifts, roasting each other’s families, debating whether Christmas is religious or just culturally gay now, and spiraling through a holiday buffet of stories that only these two could tell. From family drama and unconventional Thanksgiving meals (ribs? Mexican turkey? sugar on rice??) to the politics of gift-giving, ugly sweaters, casino hookups, and the eternal quest for the perfect holiday movie—this episode has everything except peace on earth. And then… The holiday glam moment arrives. Austin drag superstar Celia Light makes a dazzling entrance in a Christmas-Playboy-Bunny fantasy, ready to talk wigs, costumes, her show TDRL: Total Drag Request Live at Oilcan Harry’s, and what it takes to shine through the holiday madness. She brings warmth, humor, and a whole lot of sparkle—truly the Christmas angel this messy season needed. Whether you’re hiding from your family, wrapping gifts you’re not sure you like, or sweating through an ugly sweater in Texas December heat, this episode will keep you laughing all the way. Messy Thoughts, Hosted by BJ Burgess and LeBron Huggins. Produced by Keller Davis.

Messy Thoughts Episode 16. We close out Season 1 with one of the funniest and most chaotic episodes yet. BJ and LeBron open the finale by introducing their ever-growing family of wigs — including BB, Sharonda, Aaliyah, and even a “sports wig” — while swapping stories about robes, wine nights, and Amazon’s increasingly disrespectful return policies. From late-night Temu purchases to handcuffing yourself to the bed to avoid midnight snacking, the episode wastes no time diving into peak-mess territory. Keller joins the second half with a question that sends the conversation spiraling in the best way: would you ever date someone who’s DL or still in the closet? What follows is a funny, honest, and deeply candid discussion about identity, shame, queer growth, the impact of The Velvet Rage, and why some men still refuse to post a real photo on dating apps. The trio breaks down whether it’s ever worth getting involved with someone hiding who they are — in love, in hookups, or anywhere in between. From there the episode swings through memories of Black Friday battles, the trauma of group-photo profiles, the ethics of homewrecking, the mystery of gas-price fluctuations, and the chaos of Six Flags closing half their rides without warning. BJ reflects on how Noah’s Ark shaped his coming-of-age experience, LeBron shares his proudest moment of the entire season, and the group celebrates the incredible audience that showed up, commented, debated, and turned Messy Thoughts into a fast-growing community. It’s heartfelt, unfiltered, irreverent, and wildly funny — the perfect finale to a season full of big laughs, bigger opinions, and the messiest thoughts imaginable. Hosted by BJ Burgess and LeBron Huggins, Produced by Keller Davis. Promotional: "Hold Me" by Zoe the Virgo (song used with permission by the artist)

Messy Thoughts Episode 15. The Messy boys are back—and this time, it’s a full house. BJ and LeBron are joined by the iconic Dillon for a chaotic, hilarious, and surprisingly educational episode covering everything from Halloween hangovers to concert etiquette to bachelor party drama in Miami. They kick things off reminiscing about Halloween costumes, Cosmigos-fueled nights, and why teaching someone spades always ends in violence. Then things heat up as LeBron wonders: “Are gay people better concert fans than straight people?” That sparks a full dive into the difference between Maroon 5 crowds and Beyoncé’s Beyhive, why straight people leave concerts early, and the nightmare that is a corporate group at a live show. From there, the trio swaps stories about mosh pits, Cheetah Girls, and the true meaning of being a redbone, before diving into Dillon’s recap of his Miami bachelor party—the good, the messy, and the bathhouse-bound. Expect tea on drunk brunches, Airbnb ghost stories, and Esteban shutting down a trip to Wilton Manors. Before closing, they clock a few things: microplastics, the U.S. education system, family drama at the holidays, and people who can’t tell the truth—plus a random shout-out to Wendy Williams (“Free Wendy!”). As always, it’s loud, it’s chaotic, and it’s a little too honest. Welcome to another episode of Messy Thoughts—where the thoughts are messy, and the bottoms are not. Hosted by BJ Burgess and LeBron Huggins. Produced by Keller Davis.

Messy Thoughts Episode 14. BJ and LeBron are back from a short break with plenty of mess to unpack! 💅 BJ recaps his Miami trip for Dillion's bachelor party and the chaos at Palace Bar’s iconic drag brunch, while LeBron shares a wild story about being recognized mid–“adult gymnastics.” The crew dives deep into the Austin gay scene—are the gays here really that catty, or are we all just shy? They talk cliques, friendship, Splash, and how to actually meet people in Austin’s LGBTQ+ community (spoiler: start the Messy Thoughts Mixer!). Later, Keller joins in for a nostalgic Pokémon rant, and things get hilariously off-track.

✨ Featuring:

• BJ’s Miami trip + Palace drag brunch
• Being recognized at awkward times 😂
• The “Austin gays are messy” TikTok debate
• Friendship, cliques, and gay social life
• Pokémon nostalgia meltdown
• Dreams of a Messy Thoughts Mixer

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Hosted by BJ Burgess and LeBron Huggins. Produced by Keller Davis.

Messy Thoughts Episode 13. Sponsored by Vivent Health.

BJ and LeBron bring all the chaotic nostalgia in this Halloween Special of Messy Thoughts—costumed as Fred Flintstone and Chucky Finster while taking us on a hilarious ride through childhood cartoons, candy heists, and haunted movie memories. From debating whether Nightmare Before Christmas is a Christmas or Halloween movie, to reminiscing about Rugrats, Flintstones, Hocus Pocus, and Twitches, the hosts unpack how spooky season shaped their inner child.

They also relive Wendy Williams’ unforgettable Statue-of-Liberty faint, debate trick-or-treat etiquette (how many pillowcases of candy is too many?), and share real talk about growing up, aging out of Halloween, and keeping the spirit alive as adults. Of course, it wouldn’t be Messy Thoughts without a little sex, shade, and pop-culture chaos—featuring everything from Flintstone adultery theories to LeBron’s iconic Tuxedo Mask costume and BJ’s Hallelujah Night church memories. 👻

It’s a nostalgic, hilarious, and candy-filled mess—perfect for your spooky-season playlist.

Hosted by BJ Burgess and LeBron Huggins. Produced by Keller Davis

Messy Thoughts Episode 12. In this episode of Messy Thoughts, BJ and LeBron serve up a hilarious and heartfelt conversation that bounces from sports to Bad Bunny to interracial dating. The duo kicks things off with their weekend pickleball showdown (featuring court drama, Brazilian rivals, and very specific balls 👀), then spiral into a chaotic love letter to Bad Bunny and the Demon Slayer movie.

The heart of the episode dives into interracial dating and race dynamics — from online discourse around famous Black queer figures to personal stories of growing up mixed, dating outside your race, and navigating cultural nuances in relationships. Producer Keller joins in to share his perspective as a white partner in an interracial marriage, leading to an honest, funny, and vulnerable roundtable.

Hosted by BJ Burgess and LeBron Huggins. Produced by Keller Davis.

Messy Thoughts Episode 11. BJ and LeBron are back with another unfiltered conversation—this time joined by Keller—for a wild mix of stories and hot takes. From petty park drama (calling the cops on a tennis match gone wrong, volleyball court politics, and strangers trying to crash the vibe) to hilarious reality TV and music tangents (Escape, Adele possibly doing the Super Bowl, Bad Bunny concerts, and Nicki Minaj mispronunciations), nothing is off limits.

The heart of the episode dives deep into open relationships and polyamory—what they mean, how they work (or don’t), and the messy realities of jealousy, rules, and communication. The trio swaps personal stories, friend drama, and community observations, unpacking how queer relationships push boundaries (and sometimes push buttons).

They round things out with anime fangirling over Demon Slayer, frustrations about pricey Ariana Grande tickets, and plenty of side commentary that only Messy Thoughts can deliver.

If you’ve ever wondered about the difference between an open relationship and polyamory, or just want to laugh through messy truths, this one’s for you.

Hosted by BJ Burgess and LeBron Huggins, Produced by Keller Davis.