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Mess World

Jessica DeFino
Beauty Standards
Kim Kardashian
Pop Culture
Fashion Trends
Beauty Products
Celebrity Culture
Male Beauty Standards
Taylor Swift
Blake Lively
Beauty Industry
Fashion
Plastic Surgery
Personal Grooming
Met Gala
American Eagle
Eugenics
Consumerism
Social Media
Anti-Aging
Influencers

Mess World is a podcast by Jessica DeFino and Emily Kirkpatrick that takes a critical look at the dregs of pop culture. Jessica is the writer behind FLESH WORLD, which has been called the newsletter “the beauty industry fears,” and Emily is the creator of I <3 Mess, a weekly roundup of the best of the worst celebrity fashion. Together, they dissect the biggest and dumbest celebrity happenings ever... more

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We’re back with a new episode of Mess World, a podcast collaboration between FLESH WORLD (by me, Jessica DeFino) and I (a fashion newsletter from Emily Kirkpatrick).

Today we’re talking about: Why people suck at watching TV now [2:23], the Dieux x ... more

We’re back with a new episode of Mess World, a podcast collaboration between FLESH WORLD (by me, Jessica DeFino) and I (a fashion newsletter from Emily Kirkpatrick).

Today we’re talking about: The John Galliano Met Gala mess [2:58], a new perfume n... more

We’re back with a new episode of Mess World, a podcast collaboration between FLESH WORLD (by me, Jessica DeFino) and I (a fashion newsletter from Emily Kirkpatrick).

Today we’re talking about: The next Lowbrow Book Club read [4:00], Marie Claire Au... more

We’re back with a new episode of Mess World, a podcast collaboration between FLESH WORLD (by me, Jessica DeFino) and I (a fashion newsletter from Emily Kirkpatrick).

Today we’re talking about: A new pink tint for your nipples [0:50], the delightful... more

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Recent Guests

Mikala Jamison
Writer of the Body Type newsletter
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Episode: A Hermeneutic Analysis of Jones Road Beauty
Ochuko Akpovbovbo
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Episode: $33 Non-Toxic Toilet Paper with Ochuko Akpovbovbo
Emilie Blichfeldt
Writer and director of The Ugly Stepsister, a retelling of the Cinderella story
Episode: David Cronenberg For The Girlies
Josh Gondelman
Comedian and writer of the newsletter That's Marvelous
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Episode: Bon Iver's Tinned Fish with Josh Gondelman
Inae Oh
Journalist and author of the article "In Your Face: The Brutal Aesthetics of MAGA"
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Liz Goldwyn
Writer of the Starfucker newsletter.
Starfucker
Episode: The Death of Personal Style with Liz Goldwyn
Mackenzie Thomas
Writer and newsletter creator known for her humor and critical take on pop culture.
Mackenzie's newsletter on Substack
Episode: Sloped Walls At The Prada Store With Mackenzie Thomas

Hosts

Jessica DeFino
Host of Flesh World; co-host of the show; writer behind FLESH WORLD; widely associated with Flesh World and Mess World brands
Emily Kirkpatrick
Co-host; fashion and culture writer; associated with I Heart Mess and related brands

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 378 ratings
  • Favorite podcast ever

    When I heard Jess was starting a podcast a few years back, I almost cried happy tears. I’m a huge fan of her thoughts on beauty culture. Not gonna lie, at first I wasn’t sold on the premise of the podcast, I thought it could easily devolve into something super negative with their tagline being to examine the highs and lows of culture that month. But boy was I wrong. It is so refreshing to hear from women who are fighting back against trends that are harmful for the consumer, planet, gender norms... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Gabireyes9
    United States2 months ago
  • Where I get all my pop culture news

    “Disclaimer: I come from a co-speaking culture. I am

    joining you in your enthusiasm, not interrupting you” was something a new colleague said off the bat and I’ve never loved an identifier more.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    LemonVacation
    United States2 months ago
  • Cross talk much improved!

    Love this pod look forward to it every month

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    E..roo
    United States2 months ago
  • my brain gained multiple wrinkles

    this podcast changed my life and how i’m thinking about the world. it helped me more than one time to draw connections between things and i use it regularly as a sociology student for inspiration. 💕

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    easybibi
    Germany2 months ago
  • Love!

    Thought-provoking, insightful and always fun!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Catsdogsrocknroll
    Germany3 months ago

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Listeners praise the hosts' wit, depth, and smart critique of beauty culture.

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David Cronenberg For The Girlies
Q: Can you tell listeners who haven't seen the film yet about the general plot of The Ugly Stepsister?
The plot revolves around Cinderella's stepsister and why she cuts off her toes to try to fit the shoe, exploring themes of beauty and body horror.
Bon Iver's Tinned Fish with Josh Gondelman
Q: Where do you personally or conceptually think of the line between something that feels kind of like helpful maintenance of your human body versus stuff that's like buying into dewy donut?
Josh prompts a rich discussion on the necessity and absurdity of beauty routines for men, encouraging introspection on the matter.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Mess World

What is Mess World about and what kind of topics does it cover?

Two hosts deliver sharp, opinionated takes on fashion and beauty pop culture with a feminist, theory-informed lens. Monthly long-form episodes blend cultural critique, industry critique, and personal anecdotes, covering influencer culture, celebrity moments, marketing stunts, and aesthetics while interrogating how beauty and fashion intersect with power, data, and commodification. Notable hallmarks include a willingness to marry critique with humor, a reliance on cultural theory and reading-group references, and a strong stance against corporate branding within the industry. The format appeals to listeners who want thoughtful commentary on trends, plus insight into how media, brands, and celebrity culture shape everyday beauty standards. A ... more

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1. Mikala Jamison
2. Ochuko Akpovbovbo
3. Emilie Blichfeldt
4. Josh Gondelman
5. Inae Oh
6. Liz Goldwyn
7. Mackenzie Thomas

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