Episodes

  • Yes, Chef: The Bear is Back

    Yes, Chef: The Bear is Back
    Jul 17 2024
    In this episode of Banterly, we're talking about Season 3 of the award-winning show, The Bear! Aidan and Suha explore its new 'artsy' direction and dissect their favorite episode, 'Napkins,' directed by the talented Ayo Edebiri. Tune in to discover our hosts' thoughts on food influencers, hear about Aidan's experience dining at a Michelin-starred restaurant in Paris, and learn why Suha thinks she and Ayo Edebiri would be best friends. __ Hosted by: Suha Musa & Aidan Taylor Producer: Shei Yu | Content Writers: Suha Musa & Aidan Taylor I Editorial Review: Saadia Khan I Sound Designer & Editor: Lou Raskin I Immigrantly Theme Music: Simon Hutchinson | Other Music: Epidemic Sound | Cover art design: Josephine Chai | Executive Producer: Saadia Khan Please share the love and leave us a review on Apple Podcasts & Spotify to help more people find us! If you want to share your thoughts about this or other episodes, reach out at banterly@immigrantlypod.com Banterly is an Immigrantly Media Production. Episodes are released weekly every Wednesday. For advertising inquiries, you can contact us at info@immigrantlypod.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    34 mins
  • All Things International

    All Things International
    Jul 10 2024
    This week, join Banterly co-hosts as they dive into international media. They share their experiences with foreign languages and discuss recent international films like the Polish thriller Inheritance. Drawing comparisons to popular American mystery murder movies like Knives Out and And Then There Were None, Aidan and Suha explore the pros and cons of watching foreign cinema with dubbed versus subtitled content. Plus, they reveal their favorite international shows and music! __ Hosted by: Suha Musa & Aidan Taylor Producer: Shei Yu | Content Writers: Suha Musa & Aidan Taylor I Editorial Review: Saadia Khan I Sound Designer & Editor: Ben Alleman I Immigrantly Theme Music: Simon Hutchinson | Other Music: Epidemic Sound | Cover art design: Josephine Chai | Executive Producer: Saadia Khan Please share the love and leave us a review on Apple Podcasts & Spotify to help more people find us! If you want to share your thoughts about this or other episodes, reach out at banterly@immigrantlypod.com Banterly is an Immigrantly Media Production. Episodes are released weekly every Wednesday. For advertising inquiries, you can contact us at info@immigrantlypod.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    32 mins
  • Steeped in Anxiety: Inside Out 2

    Steeped in Anxiety: Inside Out 2
    Jul 3 2024
    Aidan and Suha share their thoughts on anxiety while reviewing the latest box office hit, Inside Out 2. The hosts reminisce about their favorite childhood animated movies and openly discuss their experiences learning about emotions and puberty. Stay tuned to hear their formative core memories and favorite tips for coping with anxiety! __ Hosted by: Suha Musa & Aidan Taylor Producer: Shei Yu | Content Writers: Suha Musa & Aidan Taylor I Editorial Review: Saadia Khan I Sound Designer & Editor: Ben Alleman I Immigrantly Theme Music: Simon Hutchinson | Other Music: Epidemic Sound | Cover art design: Josephine Chai | Executive Producer: Saadia Khan Please share the love and leave us a review on Apple Podcasts & Spotify to help more people find us! If you want to share your thoughts about this or other episodes, reach out at banterly@immigrantlypod.com Banterly is an Immigrantly Media Production. Episodes are released weekly every Wednesday. For advertising inquiries, you can contact us at info@immigrantlypod.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    30 mins
  • The Strange and Surreal Universe of Julio Torres

    The Strange and Surreal Universe of Julio Torres
    Jun 26 2024
    This week, we're diving into the kooky, absurd, and surrealist world of Julio Torres, spotlighting his debut movie Problemista (2023) and the recent TV show Fantasma (2024). Known for his unique comedic style, Torres stars, directs, and produces these works, blending humor and surrealism to highlight the complexities and contradictions of the US immigration system. Through his storytelling, he sheds light on the stressful and bureaucratic nature of the process. Tune in to hear about Aidan's growing obsession with Julio Torres and Suha's recent run-in with the former SNL writer on the streets of Brooklyn! Join us for an engaging discussion on Torres' creative genius and the profound messages woven into his works. __ Hosted by: Suha Musa & Aidan Taylor Producer: Shei Yu | Content Writers: Suha Musa & Aidan Taylor I Editorial Review: Saadia Khan I Sound Designer & Editor: Ben Alleman I Immigrantly Theme Music: Simon Hutchinson | Other Music: Epidemic Sound | Cover art design: Josephine Chai | Executive Producer: Saadia Khan Please share the love and leave us a review on Apple Podcasts & Spotify to help more people find us! If you want to share your thoughts about this or other episodes, reach out at banterly@immigrantlypod.com Banterly is an Immigrantly Media Production. Episodes are released weekly every Wednesday. For advertising inquiries, you can contact us at info@immigrantlypod.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    35 mins
  • Not My (Vice) President

    Not My (Vice) President
    Jun 19 2024
    This week on Banterly, we're talking about hot rodent boyfriends, elections, and Veep! Aidan and Suha bond over one of their favorite shows, discussing two highly-rated episodes: "Helsinki" (Season 2, Episode 5) and "Kissing Your Sister" (Season 5, Episode 9). They explore Veep's brilliance through its offhanded one-liners, mock delivery, and character development, drawing parallels between Selina Meyer and our current VP, Kamala Harris. It's a hilarious episode packed with Veep's trademark satire and humor. Don't miss out! Check out Immigrantly Media's new elections podcast, Nationly, now available on all streaming platforms. __ Hosted by: Suha Musa & Aidan Taylor Producer: Shei Yu | Content Writers: Suha Musa & Aidan Taylor I Editorial Review: Saadia Khan I Sound Designer & Editor: Ben Alleman I Immigrantly Theme Music: Simon Hutchinson | Other Music: Epidemic Sound | Cover art design: Josephine Chai | Executive Producer: Saadia Khan Please share the love and leave us a review on Apple Podcasts & Spotify to help more people find us! If you want to share your thoughts about this or other episodes, reach out at banterly@immigrantlypod.com Banterly is an Immigrantly Media Production. Episodes are released weekly every Wednesday. For advertising inquiries, you can contact us at info@immigrantlypod.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    34 mins
  • Back to Bridgerton

    Back to Bridgerton
    Jun 12 2024
    Season 3, Part 2 of Bridgerton drops tomorrow, June 13th, and we’ve got something special lined up! Our favorite guest host, Maya Shetty, is back to chat with Suha about the latest buzz surrounding Bridgerton. They dive into Part 1 of the new season, discussing all the major plot twists and courtship drama, especially the focus on Penelope Featherington and Colin Bridgerton (aka Polin). They also tackle some serious topics like racism (or the lack of it), sexism, colorism, and body positivity in the show. Bonding over their love for the amazing Irish actor and activist Nicola Coughlan, Suha and Maya chat about the strong female role models on the show, including Penelope and Kate Sharma. Don’t miss out on their fun banter and bold predictions before the release tomorrow! __ Hosted by: Suha Musa & Maya Shetty Producer: Shei Yu | Content Writers: Suha Musa & Maya Shetty I Editorial Review: Saadia Khan I Sound Designer & Editor: Ben Alleman I Immigrantly Theme Music: Simon Hutchinson | Other Music: Epidemic Sound | Cover art design: Josephine Chai | Executive Producer: Saadia Khan Please share the love and leave us a review on Apple Podcasts & Spotify to help more people find us! If you want to share your thoughts about this or other episodes, reach out at banterly@immigrantlypod.com Banterly is an Immigrantly Media Production. Episodes are released weekly every Wednesday. For advertising inquiries, you can contact us at info@immigrantlypod.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    38 mins
  • Songs of the Summer

    Songs of the Summer
    Jun 5 2024
    In this week's episode of Banterly, Suha and Aidan dive into the world of summer anthems, exploring what makes a song the ultimate summer hit. They discuss the key elements that make these tracks unforgettable and reminisce over memorable summer hits like "Despacito," "Flowers," and "Blinding Lights." Tune in for a lively discussion filled with fun summer jams, and stick around till the end to hear the hosts reveal their picks for their top 5 songs of the summer. __ Hosted by: Suha Musa & Aidan Taylor Producer: Shei Yu | Content Writers: Suha Musa & Aidan Taylor I Editorial Review: Saadia Khan I Sound Designer & Editor: Ben Alleman I Immigrantly Theme Music: Simon Hutchinson | Other Music: Epidemic Sound | Cover art design: Josephine Chai | Executive Producer: Saadia Khan Please share the love and leave us a review on Apple Podcasts & Spotify to help more people find us! If you want to share your thoughts about this or other episodes, reach out at banterly@immigrantlypod.com Banterly is an Immigrantly Media Production. Episodes are released weekly every Wednesday. For advertising inquiries, you can contact us at info@immigrantlypod.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    34 mins
  • A Tale of Two Cities: A Hometown Edition

    A Tale of Two Cities: A Hometown Edition
    May 29 2024
    On this week's episode, co-hosts Aidan and Suha share their thoughts on the concept of "home," as a generation accustomed to flux and change. What is home? How do you make a place feel like home? And how do media representations shape our view of home? Aidan shares his experience growing up in St. Louis near Ferguson. He discusses the impact of the documentary What Killed Michael Brown? and its role in the birth of the Black Lives Matter movement. Suha shares her experiences in Albuquerque, the setting for High School Musical and Breaking Bad. What does home mean to you? Let us know at banterly@immigrantlypod.com __ Hosted by: Suha Musa & Aidan Taylor Producer: Shei Yu | Content Writers: Suha Musa & Aidan Taylor I Editorial Review: Saadia Khan I Sound Designer & Editor: Ben Alleman I Immigrantly Theme Music: Simon Hutchinson | Other Music: Epidemic Sound | Cover art design: Josephine Chai | Executive Producer: Saadia Khan Please share the love and leave us a review on Apple Podcasts & Spotify to help more people find us! If you want to share your thoughts about this or other episodes, reach out at banterly@immigrantlypod.com Banterly is an Immigrantly Media Production. Episodes are released weekly every Wednesday. For advertising inquiries, you can contact us at info@immigrantlypod.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    34 mins