In this week's episode, Aidan and Aditi explore the fascinating concept of past lives, delving into the Oscar-nominated film "Past Lives" (2023). The movie tells the story of Nora and Hae Sung, two childhood friends whose bond transcends time and space. As Aidan and Aditi analyze the film's emotional impact, they share their insights into the complex psychology of the main characters and relate to the nuanced experience of straddling different cultural identities. The hosts also discuss the chal...
Apr 10, 2024•37 min•Season 1Ep. 14
It’s 2008, and vampires are having their big moment. With the release of the first Twilight movie, Stephanie Meyer forever changed our conceptions of creatures of the night by making them...sparkly. Whether you were a die-hard fan who read all the books or just got dragged to see Breaking Dawn Part Two in theaters, you definitely have some thoughts on the Twilight Saga — as do our Gen Z hosts Aidan and Aditi. In our latest Banterly episode, we delve into the enduring legacy of the Twilight serie...
Apr 03, 2024•35 min•Season 1Ep. 13
This episode is a treasure trove of music recommendations, personal anecdotes, and pure passion as Aditi and Aidan delve into the music they can't get enough of. Don't miss out on discovering the title of Aidan's original track and understanding Aditi's nuanced take on Kanye post-cancellation. Going through their Spotify Wrapped and Apple Music Replay, our Gen Z hosts share their favorite artists, reminiscing about unforgettable concerts, and revealing what's on repeat in their playlists. Listen...
Mar 27, 2024•38 min•Season 1Ep. 12
In this week's episode of Banterly, the hosts delve into the concept of believing in soulmates, examining the unique connection shared between Dexter and Emma in the popular Netflix show, One Day. Aidan and Aditi banter over Dexter's attachment style and discuss the differences between short-term and long-term life planning. Tune Are you a planner like Emma? Or do you wing it one day at a time like Dexter? The episode wraps with our hosts sharing personal stories about a time they've been reject...
Mar 20, 2024•43 min•Season 1Ep. 11
Glee (2009-2015) blazed trails in queer representation with its catchy musical numbers, intricate storylines, and iconic LGBTQ+ characters like Kurt Hummel and Santana Rivera. This week, Aidan and Aditi reflect on Glee's influence while drawing parallels to Heartstopper (2022-), a fresh series spotlighting young LGBTQ romance. Listen to the full episode to find out Aidan's St. Louis celebrity connections! __ Hosted by: Aditi Misra & Aidan Taylor Producer: Shei Yu | Content Writers: Aditi Mis...
Mar 13, 2024•35 min
The Oscars are this Sunday, March 10 and Aditi and Aidan sit down to discuss three of the Best Picture nominees: the Holdovers, Poor Things, and Oppenheimer. This episode, they explore the question of “What makes something Oscar-worthy?” and examine the role of the Academy in determining a film’s merit. Follow along as they exchange thoughts on the dichotomy between highbrow and lowbrow art, as well as the culture of shaming present in art criticism. __ Hosted by: Aditi Misra & Aidan Taylor ...
Mar 06, 2024•39 min•Season 1Ep. 9
Meet Banterly's first Gen Z guest host! Comedy fan Maya Shetty joins Aidan and Aditi as they delve into the controversial realm of cancel culture in comedy. This episode focuses on pivotal moments, such as Dave Chapelle's commentary on J.K. Rowling and the trans community, Hasan Minhaj’s New Yorker scandal, along with Bo Burnham's introspective approach and Shane Gillis' recent hosting gig on SNL. Tune in for a discussion on the intersection of humor, social critique, and accountability. Learn m...
Feb 28, 2024•38 min•Season 1Ep. 8
Grown is a podcast about the in-between: the nebulous, the liminal, the just plain weird time between those awkward teenage years and full-on adulthood. Join co-hosts Aleeza Kazmi and Alfonso “Fonzo” Lacayo as they present true stories that deal with the challenges and joys of growing up. Episodes drop every two weeks! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Feb 23, 2024•5 min
This week's episode of Banterly is all about nostalgia. We're talking about pre-quarantine TikTok trends, Wizards of Waverly Place, and two of our favorite reboots of all time: BH90210 (2019) and Dynasty (2017). Hosted by: Aditi Misra & Aidan Taylor Producer: Shei Yu | Editorial Review & Executive Producer: Saadia Khan I Sound Designer & Editor: Steve Martin I Immigrantly Theme Music: Simon Hutchinson | Other Music: Epidemic Sound | Cover art design: Josephine Chai Please share the l...
Feb 21, 2024•38 min•Season 1Ep. 7
Happy Valentine's Day! Aditi and Aidan discuss their love languages, share their favorite rom-coms, and contemplate Gen Z's views on love. This week's episode features When Harry Met Sally, Anyone But You, La La Land, and Holding The Man. Stay tuned to the end of the episode for a musical treat! Love languages quiz: https://5lovelanguages.com/quizzes/love-language Hosted by: Aditi Misra & Aidan Taylor Producer: Shei Yu | Editorial Review & Executive Producer: Saadia Khan I Sound Designer...
Feb 14, 2024•36 min•Season 1Ep. 6
Contents of this week's episode include: Jacob Elordi, the term "mother," Megan The Stallion's latest diss track, bathtubs, and obsession. Tune in as Aidan and Aditi dive into the Gen Z buzz surrounding Saltburn. Producer: Shei Yu | Hosts: Aditi Misra & Aidan Taylor| Content Writers: Aditi Misra & Aidan Taylor I Editorial Review: Saadia Khan I Sound Designer & Editor: Steve Martin I Immigrantly Theme Music: Simon Hutchinson | Other Music: Epidemic Sound | Cover art design: Josephine ...
Feb 07, 2024•43 min•Season 1Ep. 5
Aditi loves them. Aidan hates them. This week, we're diving headfirst into the wild world of reality dating shows with Love Island UK, Love is Blind, and Too Hot to Handle. Producer: Shei Yu | Hosts: Aditi Misra & Aidan Taylor| Content Writers: Aditi Misra & Aidan Taylor I Editorial Review: Saadia Khan I Sound Designer & Editor: Steve Martin I Immigrantly Theme Music: Simon Hutchinson | Other Music: Epidemic Sound | Cover art design: Josephine Chai | Executive Producer: Saadia Khan P...
Jan 31, 2024•38 min•Season 1Ep. 4
This week, Gen-Z hosts Aditi and Aidan explore how blonde hair has evolved into a symbol encompassing wealth, popularity, and beauty. Delving into the complexities of race, gender, and class, they seek to understand the significance of this archetype while unraveling the tropes and stereotypes in classic movies like Legally Blonde, Mean Girls, and White Chicks. Producer: Shei Yu | Hosts: Aditi Misra & Aidan Taylor| Content Writers: Aditi Misra & Aidan Taylor I Editorial Review: Saadia Kh...
Jan 24, 2024•43 min•Season 1Ep. 3
This week, Gen Z hosts Aditi and Aidan shift their discussion to a darker theme, exploring the world of serial killers through a critique of TV shows like You and Dahmer. Producer: Shei Yu | Hosts: Aditi Misra & Aidan Taylor| Content Writers: Aditi Misra & Aidan Taylor I Editorial Review: Saadia Khan I Sound Designer & Editor: Steve Martin I Immigrantly Theme Music: Simon Hutchinson | Other Music: Epidemic Sound | Cover art design: Josephine Chai | Executive Producer: Saadia Khan Ple...
Jan 17, 2024•37 min•Season 1Ep. 2
On the premiere of Banterly, co-hosts Aditi & Aidan discuss the evolving landscape of sex positivity and sexual education in shows like Sex Education and Sex Lives of College Girls. They banter about topics ranging from Zillow stalking, ASMR dental videos, and the controversy surrounding Mindy Kaling—all through the lens of Gen Z. Producer: Shei Yu | Hosts: Aditi Misra & Aidan Taylor| Content Writers: Aditi Misra & Aidan Taylor I Editorial Review: Saadia Khan I Sound Designer & E...
Jan 10, 2024•32 min•Season 1Ep. 1
Get ready for Banterly, a brand-new podcast on Gen Z media brought to you by the creators of Immigrantly! Banterly caters to pop culture enthusiasts who relish diving into intricate, thought-provoking discussions about various media topics while embracing a comedic perspective. Join our dynamic Gen-Z co-hosts, Aidan and Aditi, for witty commentary, the freshest trends, and, naturally, some good old-fashioned banter. Episodes are released weekly on Wednesdays starting January 10, 2024. Producer: ...
Dec 04, 2023•3 min
