Messy Thoughts

Messy Thoughts Episode 8. BJ and LeBron are back with another delightfully chaotic episode of Messy Thoughts. This week, the conversation travels far and wide—starting with family weddings in Detroit (and a grandma sipping Casamigos), destination wedding surprises in Greece, and why Dubai and Russia are firmly off their travel list. They get candid about the highs and lows of group trips, spill tea on festivals like Folsom and Dore Alley, and debate whether phones are ruining concerts. Later, they tackle the age-old question: would you tell your friend if you caught their man on Grindr? The episode wraps with LeBron’s Beyoncé pilgrimage plans and some classic “grown-age” reflections. Expect laughs, side-eye, and plenty of messy wisdom.

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

Messy Thoughts Episode 7. In this week’s chaotic and hilarious episode, the Messy Thoughts crew dive deep into diva worship, queer icons, and messy pop culture moments. From Mariah Carey and Grace Jones to Lady Gaga’s inspirations, they unpack the power of larger-than-life women who shaped their identities. Pride weekend stories mix with volleyball and pickleball confessions, plus a heated debate over Ozempic, Serena Williams’ catsuits, and the eternal “song of the summer” debate (spoiler: Sabrina Carpenter still reigns). Things get extra messy when Cardi B’s courtroom antics are dissected play-by-play, Crumbl Cookie’s CEO gets outed on TikTok, and the guys play a chaotic round of Black Card Revoked that exposes just how much LeBron doesn’t know about Black movies and music. It’s an episode full of laughter, shade, and the kind of conversations that make Messy Thoughts what it is. Hosted by BJ Burgess and LeBron Huggins. Produced by Keller Davis.

Messy Thoughts Episode 6. This week on Messy Thoughts, LeBron and BJ dive headfirst into a messy mix of hot takes and hilarious stories. The episode kicks off with summer updates, Domino’s orders, and why The View’s return feels like a national holiday. From Whoopi Goldberg’s perfect casting to Ariana Grande’s Wicked dreams, the hosts dish on pop culture nostalgia—including Clueless, King of the Hill, and even concert price outrage (Doja Cat and Kali Uchis, we’re looking at you). But the real mess hits when the duo break down Jubilee’s fiery new episode featuring Amanda Seales debating 20 Black conservatives about reparations. They unpack the arguments, call out misinformation, and reflect on what reparations mean in America today. Along the way, you’ll hear stories about edibles gone horribly wrong, Bobby Hill growing up in Dallas, sneaky parking-garage concerts, and why companies laying people off deserve to be treated just like fuckboys. Funny, sharp, and unapologetically real, this episode serves up laughter and insight in equal measure—because nothing is off-limits when it comes to messy thoughts. Hosted by BJ Burgess and LeBron Huggins. Produced by Keller Davis.

In this week’s episode of Messy Thoughts, BJ and LeBron are back with their signature mix of laughs, hot takes, and unfiltered stories. They unpack a wild night out that ends with Street Fighter battles, dive into Nicki Minaj’s ongoing feuds and the chaos of “Gag City,” and debate whether rappers really need beef to thrive. Beyoncé’s Renaissance fans also catch some side-eye for demanding Act 3 too soon.

The guys share what it’s like being “little celebrities” as coworkers and strangers recognize them from the pod, plus we get a peek at BJ’s mom becoming a loyal fan (and low-key critic). Keller drops in with some random questions about traveling long distances for love, and whether outing people is ever justified. They also get messy with talk of deodorant, dance classes, Living Single nostalgia, and Pride weekend in Austin.

Episode 5 of Messy Thoughts. Hosted by BJ Burgess and LeBron Huggins. Produced by Keller Davis.

It’s a scorcher in Austin, and BJ and LeBron are feeling the heat—literally. Between near heat strokes and sweaty tennis matches, they unbox a surprise Labubu collectible live on air, naming it (after some debate) and diving into the weird world of cute-but-creepy toys. From there, the conversation takes a sharp turn into identity, as LeBron opens up about being biracial and white-passing, navigating assumptions, confronting ignorance, and the unexpected “superpower” of hearing what people really say when they think no one’s listening. The two swap stories about awkward encounters, race play oversteps, and the wild comfort strangers sometimes have with crossing lines. They wrap with local drag queen love, Halloween memories, and a shoutout to Austin’s upcoming Pride and Black Pride ATX events—plus, a lube recommendation you didn’t know you needed.

BJ and LeBron are back—this time at a table, giving full-on cable news drama and discussing everything from surviving Austin heat to surviving Gen Z. They talk bougie ski fantasies, their current calorie-counting journeys, and the chaos of Crumbl cookies. Also on the docket: generational rants (yes, we’re looking at you, Gen Z), a surprise H-E-B crush, public pool etiquette disasters, and a full airing of grievances with the Austin City Council. Oh, and if something’s not serving you? Leave it. Quit it. Divorce it. Tune in for the messiest thoughts yet.

BJ and LeBron are back and extra messy this week! They kick things off with sore muscles and gym talk, then dive into nostalgia over Aaliyah and Left Eye, the myth of Beyoncé’s career trajectory, and the tragic fall of Keri Hilson. The two unpack the complexities of cohabitating with a partner—do you need your own space, or do you want cuddles and shared pancakes? Plus: stinky hookups, the trauma of forgetting deodorant at DragCon, nosy neighbors, and a rage-inducing MAGA hat sighting at H-E-B. You already know—it’s unfiltered, hilarious, and deeply queer.

In the hilarious and heartfelt debut of Messy Thoughts, BJ Burgess and LeBron Huggins catch up on summer plans, flights, Beyoncé concert fashion etiquette, sidewalk showdowns, and the nuances of queer identity. From debating Spirit Airlines to clashing shoulders with sidewalk hogs, they don’t hold back. The second half dives into a juicy, unfiltered conversation about whether Black people can be considered “twinks” in gay culture, tackling internal biases, representation, and community language with humor and depth. It’s the mess you didn’t know you needed.