Messy Thoughts

BJ Burgess & LeBron Huggins
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Messy Thoughts is a no-holds-barred talk show where Austin-based friends BJ Burgess and LeBron Huggins catch up weekly to get into the mess—from pop culture deep dives to personal rabbit holes. Each episode explores life, sex, identity, and everything in between through a queer lens, as the duo trade off asking each other a mix of intrusive thoughts and premeditated questions that range from hilarious to heartfelt. Whether it’s unpacking bad behavior or dissecting viral drama, BJ and LeBron keep it honest, unpredictable, and unapologetically messy.

  1. "Let's Get Sickening" Feat. Laganja Estranja - Messy Thoughts 24

    MAR 25

    "Let's Get Sickening" Feat. Laganja Estranja - Messy Thoughts 24

    MESSY THOUGHTS 24. This week on Messy Thoughts, BJ and LeBron kick things off with a little life catch-up, some SXSW chaos, Sips & Sounds discourse, and the emotional devastation of missing Christina Aguilera. From there, the conversation spirals beautifully into hot people, Instagram boyfriends, breakup lurking, and the very specific pain of caring way too much about strangers online. Then they’re joined by the iconic Laganja Estranja (@laganjaestranja) for a wildly fun, thoughtful, and very Messy conversation about drag, travel, weed, performance, and building a career on your own terms. Laganja talks about touring in Thailand and across Asia with Aquaria, why Brazil has her heart, what it means to produce your own shows, and how she’s thinking about legacy at this point in her career. They also get into cannabis, her upcoming product line, fan interactions, dating, queer culture, ballroom influence, and the very important distinction between a dip and a death drop. It’s funny, chaotic, smart, a little horny, and all over the place in exactly the way we like it. This episode has: SXSW stories, social media spirals, drag excellence, international gig life, weed talk, hot men, ballroom discourse, and one very real conversation about what it means to keep evolving as an artist. #LaganjaEstranja #DragRace #GayPodcast #BlackPodcast #SXSW

    55 min
  2. "Fast & Messy: The Wigatry" - Messy Thoughts 23

    MAR 18

    "Fast & Messy: The Wigatry" - Messy Thoughts 23

    Messy Thoughts – Episode 23 This week on Messy Thoughts, BJ and LeBron are back with another chaotic, hilarious, and surprisingly deep conversation about pop culture, concerts, money, friendship, and the messy realities of adult life. The episode kicks off with a wild tangent about the viral Dr Pepper TikTok jingle, TikTok fame, and how creators get paid (or don’t) for their work. From there, the conversation spirals into pop music and concert culture, including LeBron’s experience seeing Lady Gaga in Austin and why Gaga’s impact on the LGBTQ+ community still means so much today. But the messiness doesn’t stop there. BJ and LeBron dive into some real-life dilemmas: • What do you do when someone borrows money and never pays you back? • Is it fair to split the dinner bill evenly when some people order way more than others? • Why do people leave concerts early after paying hundreds for tickets? Later in the episode, producer Daddy Keller jumps in for a chaotic new segment called “Fast and Messy,” where the hosts answer rapid-fire questions about sexuality, culture, relationships, and identity—while trying on wigs and completely losing their composure. Expect debates about bisexuality, cookout invites, gay culture, gentrification, and the kinds of questions that only Messy Thoughts could turn into a hilarious conversation. If you like messy conversations, pop culture debates, and unfiltered takes about life, friendship, and queer culture—this episode is for you. Leave us a voicemail with your own messy thoughts and you might hear yourself on a future episode. MESSY THOUGHTS Hosted by BJ Burgess and LeBron Huggins, Produced by Keller Davis. www.messythoughts.com #LGBTQPodcast #GayPodcast #BlackPodcast #GayCulture #PodcastClips

    59 min
  3. "JK But Messy" Feat. Jake & Kendrick - Messy Thoughts 22

    MAR 11

    "JK But Messy" Feat. Jake & Kendrick - Messy Thoughts 22

    This week on Messy Thoughts, we’re bringing you a chaotic, hilarious, and heartfelt Austin–San Antonio podcast crossover with the hosts of the JK But Gay Podcast — Jake Reyna-Casanova and Kendrick Vela. From the moment these four get in the room, the energy is pure mess (in the best way). We talk about how both podcasts started, navigating the intersection of Latino and LGBTQ identities, and what it’s like building community in spaces that sometimes don’t feel built for you. Jake and Kendrick share the story of how they met, how their friendship turned into a podcast, and why they felt a Latino gay voice was missing in podcasting. The conversation goes deep — from racism and microaggressions in queer spaces to the emotional realities of fostering children and the complicated relationship many of us have with family, identity, and culture. We also get into some lighter chaos: ✨ Kendrick spills the tea on his Emmy-winning meteorologist husband ✨ We debate gay spaces vs Latino spaces ✨ We play the iconic “Who’s Invited to the Latino Cookout?” game ✨ And of course… we end with a passionate breakdown of Beyoncé, Bad Bunny, Selena, and the cultural impact of Latino icons If you love messy conversations, big laughs, and real talk about culture and identity — this crossover episode is for you. Go show love to JK But Gay Podcast and subscribe to both shows! Messy Thoughts. Hosted by BJ Burgess and LeBron Huggins. Produced by Keller Davis. www.messythoughts.com #MessyThoughts #JKButGay #GayPodcast #LatinoLGBTQ #QueerLatino

    1h 17m
  4. "The Slurry Episode!" - Messy Thoughts 21

    FEB 25

    "The Slurry Episode!" - Messy Thoughts 21

    MESSY THOUGHTS EPISODE 21. “I could’ve been rich and stupid… I would’ve been good at it.” 💅🏾 Episode 21 kicks off with BJ and LeBron trying to decode an iconic funeral movie quote (shoutout to the real ones who know 👀) before spiraling into Beyoncé conspiracy theories, candy apple green aesthetics, and the possibility of Act III dropping right before LeBron’s birthday. Mother has posted THREE times, and we are not okay. Also talked about this week: ✨ Valentine’s Day confessions (including a surprise wig reveal) 🎥 Thoughts on the America’s Next Top Model documentary and Tyra’s non-apology era 🗳️ Early voting in Texas and what we’d actually do if we were U.S. Senators 🎓 A Black History Month deep dive into the Divine Nine (and who we’d pledge if we had to) 👑 A love letter to EGOT icon Whoopi Goldberg 🧠 A nuanced (and very real) conversation about slurs — what they are, who uses them, reclaiming language, and whether eliminating certain words erases history or protects people This episode is funny, messy, political, nostalgic, and surprisingly thoughtful — all at once. We close things out with Cardi B tour appreciation (because joy matters in 2026), plus a reminder that we’re on the road to 1,000 subscribers — so hit that subscribe button and tell your group chat. www.messythoughts.com Hosted by BJ Burgess and LeBron Huggins Produced by Keller Davis #GayPodcast #BlackPodcast #MessyThoughts #AustinTX #LGBTPodcast

    57 min
  5. "Two Williams, One Bad Bunny Bowl" - Messy Thoughts 20

    FEB 18

    "Two Williams, One Bad Bunny Bowl" - Messy Thoughts 20

    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. #MessyThoughts #BadBunny #SerenaWilliams #BlackHistoryMonth #WendyWilliams #SuperBowl #PopCulture #LGBTQPodcast

    1h 2m
  6. “Fetishes at the Cookout" - Messy Thoughts 19

    FEB 11

    “Fetishes at the Cookout" - Messy Thoughts 19

    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. 📞 Call the Messy Thoughts Voicemail: (512) 953-3084 Leave us your name, age, where you’re calling from, and your messy thought — we might feature you in the next episode. 🎥 Subscribe on YouTube – Help us get to 1,000 subscribers by Pride Month! 💌 Email: messythoughtspod@gmail.com 🌐 All links: messythoughts.com The thoughts are messy… but the bottoms are not.

    52 min
  7. “From the Locker Room to the Dance Floor" - Messy Thoughts 18

    FEB 4

    “From the Locker Room to the Dance Floor" - Messy Thoughts 18

    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. 🎧 New episodes drop weekly. 📞 Call in with your own messy thoughts at 512-953-3084. 📺 Subscribe, comment, and tell your messy friends. Hosted by BJ Burgess and LeBron Huggins. Produced by Keller Davis. www.messythoughts.com

    54 min
  8. "A Messy Thoughts Christmas Special Feat. Celia Light" - Messy Thoughts 17

    12/11/2025

    "A Messy Thoughts Christmas Special Feat. Celia Light" - Messy Thoughts 17

    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.

    1h 15m
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Messy Thoughts is a no-holds-barred talk show where Austin-based friends BJ Burgess and LeBron Huggins catch up weekly to get into the mess—from pop culture deep dives to personal rabbit holes. Each episode explores life, sex, identity, and everything in between through a queer lens, as the duo trade off asking each other a mix of intrusive thoughts and premeditated questions that range from hilarious to heartfelt. Whether it’s unpacking bad behavior or dissecting viral drama, BJ and LeBron keep it honest, unpredictable, and unapologetically messy.

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  • Creator
    BJ Burgess & LeBron Huggins
  • Years Active
    2025 - 2026
  • Episodes
    24
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © Messy Thoughts
  • Show Website
    Messy Thoughts

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