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Banter Banter

150 episodes - English - Latest episode: 10 days ago - ★★★★★ - 5 ratings

2 friends get lost in conversation on the 1st and 3rd Monday each month.

Discussing things from films, games and Internet personal ads; Manny and Mike try to share and make sense of pop culture news and overall, catch up with each other.

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Episodes

The Good ol' Beers

October 05, 2020 09:00 - 38 minutes - 88.9 MB

Beer's on the Banter Boys' brain as we discuss some beginner tips, favorites and beer related info.  Drink up!

Surtr is the very model of a modern Major General

September 21, 2020 09:00 - 35 minutes - 33 MB

The Banter Boys chat about things forever trapped in their heads, Surtr, and some movies that turned 21 this month.   For an audio version of this podcast, find it on your favorite podcasting platform (we're on like 10 of them) Intro/Outro: "Bad Attraction" by Brad Sucks from his album "I Don't Know What I'm Doing" https://www.bradsucks.net/ Cover art is provided by Blaze Animator (based on art by @Bobbin_Goblins on Twitter) Email: [email protected] Twitter : @Banter_Cast F...

Jerry Hot Times

September 07, 2020 09:00 - 36 minutes - 82.9 MB

The Banter Crew returns to What's the Deal With That? Then chat about some media that is turning 21 this month.  All while preparing for the great battle of Ragnarok as our favorite lead singer of Green Day battles to slay the Summer heat.

Carbs, Characters, and Spoilers

August 17, 2020 09:00 - 49 minutes - 50.7 MB

Banter Banter looks at a long list of national days in August filled with junk food and carbs. Before falling into a food coma, we make ourselves sad by chatting about character deaths in all forms of media that were extra hard to deal with.    For an audio version of this podcast, find it on your favorite podcasting platform (we're on like 10 of them) Intro/Outro: "Bad Attraction" by Brad Sucks from his album "I Don't Know What I'm Doing" https://www.bradsucks.net/ Cover art is provid...

Get Physical or Digivolve?

August 03, 2020 09:00 - 37 minutes - 84.9 MB

There are ups and down to owning physical media.  The same can be said about digital content.  It either truly better?

Jasmine Tea with Aang

July 20, 2020 09:00 - 28 minutes - 30.1 MB

We geek out about characters from 'Avatar: The Last Airbender' and talk about things we love about the world they live in. We toss out some thought about world building because Mike can't help but want to play/run a game in this setting. This seems to only scrape the surface of all the things that make the world of 'Avatar: The Last Airbender' and 'The Legend of Korra' a treat. Intro/Outro: "Bad Attraction" by Brad Sucks from his album "I Don't Know What I'm Doing" https://www.bradsucks.n...

Rock Me Dr. Zaius

July 06, 2020 09:00 - 29 minutes - 67 MB

The Banter Chaps talk about what comes after the end of the world in media.  Games like Splatoon, films like The Planet of the Apes.  Nothing is sacred after the bombs drop.

Dog Days of Quarantine

June 15, 2020 09:00 - 54 minutes - 124 MB

The Banter Boys discuss their lifestyle and activities with the current quarantine situation.  Manny catches up on some movies and games, while Mike tends to his garden and learns how to make Ice Cream in a bag, followed up by Aaron's stories of games, movies and television.  It's all about what we love on this weeks Banter Banter!

Blockbusting all over June

June 01, 2020 09:00 - 41 minutes - 45.6 MB

On this episode of the Monday Morning Society, Manny throws coffee creamer to start the party. Mike shares some of history's largest grossing June movie releases and gets the gang excited about the big screen. Finally the Banter Boys take a peek at events happening this month.  For an audio version of this podcast, find it on your favorite podcasting platform (we're on like 10 of them) Intro/Outro: "Bad Attraction" by Brad Sucks from his album "I Don't Know What I'm Doing" https://www.br...

Larger than May

May 18, 2020 09:00 - 30 minutes - 69.8 MB

The Banter-ers talk about the hip things in May, things named May and things celebrated in May.

That's so wizzer, Manny!

May 04, 2020 09:00 - 56 minutes - 129 MB

The Banter Boys celebrate all things Star Wars on this weeks episode.  From favorite to least favorite installments in the movies, to favorite games to a guide on how to become an actual Jedi, we've got your fix right here.  Come witness the shenaniganes as we pay homage to on of the greatest franchises every to grace our small blue world.  The Force is definitely strong with this one.  Lock S-Foils in attack position! For an audio version of this podcast, find it on your favorite podcastin...

Caves, Jungles, and Pranks Oh My!

April 20, 2020 09:00 - 44 minutes - 46.3 MB

With all this heat, the Banter Boys broadcast from different caves in an attempt to stay cool. They share some of their favorite caves, take another trip to The Trailer Park, and discuss some post april fools pranks. For an audio version of this podcast, find it on your favorite podcasting platform (we're on like 10 of them) Intro/Outro: "Bad Attraction" by Brad Sucks from his album "I Don't Know What I'm Doing" https://www.bradsucks.net/ Cover art is provided by Blaze Animator (based o...

Mighty Jerry Morhin' Seinfeld

April 06, 2020 09:00 - 32 minutes - 74.9 MB

The Banter Hosts take some time to consider the oncoming May month and the words of warning from the group of Bards known as N'Sync.  We find out "What's the Deal with That?" and then talk about the Ninja Turtles getting the Power Rangers' Power Coins.  Morphinominal!

Banter X Cel

April 01, 2020 08:00 - 1 hour - 72.1 MB

What's the Cel Cast?  Join the hosts of Banter as they do a deep dive to figure this out.  They invite Jacob and Drew of Podbean fame to get to the bottom of this.  We talk stock, dbz and microbiology, exhausting any means to unravel the mystery that is the Cel Cast. For an audio version of this podcast, find it on your favorite podcasting platform (we're on like 10 of them) Intro/Outro: "Bad Attraction" by Brad Sucks from his album "I Don't Know What I'm Doing" https://www.bradsucks.net...

I meant April

March 16, 2020 08:00 - 39 minutes - 43.4 MB

The Banter Boys decide to replace April with March and spend way too much time talking about cereal, famous people in a WWE cage match, and the Ides of March. Beware the Ides of March! For an audio version of this podcast, find it on your favorite podcasting platform (we're on like 10 of them)   Intro/Outro: "Bad Attraction" by Brad Sucks from his album "I Don't Know What I'm Doing" https://www.bradsucks.net/  Cover art is provided by Blaze Animator (based on art by @Bobbin_Goblins on Twi...

Banter 2: Aaron Rising

March 02, 2020 10:00 - 44 minutes - 101 MB

It's a very special court date on this weeks episode.  As the absence of Banter boy Aaron has been called into question.  Mike and Manny play Judge and Jury...but will they need to play Executioner as well?   Will this be the end of Aaron?  Don't call it a comeback, call it a Censure!  The future of Banter Banter unfolds now... You can contact us at the following: email: [email protected] Facebook: BanterBanterCast Twitter: Banter_Cast Follow the hosts on Twitter: Aaron - @VIIIbitwi...

Sonic OVArated?

February 17, 2020 10:00 - 41 minutes - 95 MB

Mike and Manny take a moment to chat about a certain Sonic film.

This Episode is 'No Good'

February 03, 2020 10:00 - 29 minutes - 34.6 MB

Guile, planes, people on roller skates, and the theme that goes with everything. How could the Banter Banter hosts pull such a feat off? Only with the help of Sonic. Catching him may be hard, but listening to this episode is easy!

Banter 2: In Search of Aaron

January 20, 2020 10:00 - 34 minutes - 78.9 MB

Mike and Manny brainstorm on the best approach to relaunch Banter Banter for the new year.  Going over various things that the new year can imply, and then they consider the power of the crossover.  How will they decide to revamp their flair? The closing to this episode was "Bad Attraction" by Brad Sucks.  Listen to it on his album: I Don't Know What I'm Doing. https://www.bradsucks.net/

Why Listen To Banter Banter? (Promo)

January 19, 2020 04:13 - 1 minute - 2.79 MB

Tune in every 1st & 3rd Monday of the month to listen to Arron, Manny & Mike get into matters of the internet and entertainment media.  With Goofs and insight alike, they take time to cover a variety of topics ranging from films, to video and board games.   Join them as they take on 2020 with renewed vigor for all the things that might make your head spin! Background track is: Vogue, by Peyruis https://soundcloud.com/peyruis It is being used under Creative Commons Attribution 3.0 https:/...

Hercs & Jerks: Walking the Wrong Path

January 06, 2020 10:00 - 46 minutes - 52.9 MB

Banter Banter takes on Hercules: The Legendary Journeys - Episode 1 'The Wrong Path'. Manny and Mike recap the plot and splash a little history into the mix as well as what future plots might be.

Making Me Jingly

December 24, 2019 23:00 - 39 minutes - 90.3 MB

The cold weather entices you to give people gifts, and your friends at Banter are here to chap you up on it!  Mike and Manny talk about their top gift ideas, but not before comparing the merits of a White Elephant or Secret Santa gift exchange!  A great way to bring the season of giving home!  End this season of Banter in style! Additional bells are provided by Name Brand Audio: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SCdE3FCI1jQ This concludes Banter Banter, Season 1

Before We were Famous

December 02, 2019 10:00 - 25 minutes - 26.1 MB

This holiday season, we will take look back at the tests we went through before letting the public be assaulted by our nonsense. Ride along some of the best worst things we have made live forever.   Join your hosts, Aaron, Manny and Mike for a chat every 1st and 3rd Monday.    The opening and closing theme is 'Making Me Nervous' by Brad Sucks (http://www.bradsucks.net/). Give him a listen!    Comment or e-mail us about any topics or suggestions ([email protected])    Find them o...

A Scott Pilgrimage

November 28, 2019 10:00 - 57 minutes - 131 MB

Enjoy your felled, roasted beast and feast well today.  We come to you with a review of a property we're all (at the Banter Lab) quite fond of: Scott Pilgrim.  So pop this on while fixing your trimmings, or lay back after your feast and enjoy this Banter Special!   Additional music from Scott Pilgrim vs the World soundtrack: https://open.spotify.com/album/3q1e0d... (Neat and worth buying/streaming)   Please support Bryan Lee O'Malley and all of his lovely art!   Join your hosts, Aaron, M...

Banter News Update

November 18, 2019 10:00 - 2 minutes - 5.8 MB

Our publishing schedule has shifted for the end of the year! Today's episode has been delayed until Thursday, November 28th. American Thanksgiving.   The first episode in December will publish on time but will be a special episode.   The Dec 16th episode will be postponed until Wednesday, Dec 25th, Christmas Day.  After that, episodes will post on the standard 1st and 3rd Mondays of the month.  (Expect one last special on the 1st January Episode) Comment or e-mail us about any topics or ...

Not A John Wayne Movie

November 04, 2019 10:00 - 30 minutes - 34.1 MB

Has it been a year already? Time sure flies by when you are having fun. Speaking of fun, the Banter Boys look back at the moments they really liked, the moments they hated, and the down right ugly times. You can even let us know some of your moments were!

The King of Pumpkin Hill Zone

October 21, 2019 09:00 - 33 minutes - 76.5 MB

This is Halloween!  Get your costumes ready as we go over some of the best (and worst) of sweet treats.  Don't worry, we also discuss the recent 25th anniversary of the release of the cult classic: Sonic & Knuckles! Additional sound at the end provided by https://youtu.be/Nob1bpSXyrg The Sound Gallery 30 minutes of professionally recorded construction site ambience. Licensed under Creative Commons Attribution: https://creativecommons.org/licenses/... Location: Ottawa, Canada Year: 2016 ...

Your Soul is mine!

October 07, 2019 09:00 - 33 minutes - 77.5 MB

As the fires of Ragnarok are staved away from the might of Billie Joe Armstrong, Banter boys, Aaron, Manny and Mike honor those who have fallen.  The fallen souls may be in danger though, for a soul sucking threat is on the horizon.  The souls may have to Kombat their way passed this foe to reach the halls of Van Halen safely.  The newest sensation in wristwatch technology is revealed.  The boys wrap up the episode by talking about Disney + and some of the content it will offer, as well as s...

I Apologize for the Flames

September 16, 2019 21:26 - 36 minutes - 38.8 MB

Mike delves into the many effects the human body experiences due to sleep deprivation and notes a famous Tripp of 201 hours sans shuteye. Two bands clash over Midgard's safety to find out who will be the victor, while Aaron talks about the best birthday party ever. Jump in with both feet while the Banter Boys attempt to stay awake for another 100 hours just for you.

Good Riddance Craig; Free the Jerrys

September 02, 2019 09:00 - 33 minutes - 76.8 MB

Those who banter, do so about more Green Day, Seinfeld, 2Pac and some jobs from the list of Craig.

Wasps are Dicks!

August 19, 2019 09:00 - 36 minutes - 82.5 MB

It’s questions galore as Banter Boy Aaron asks some fun questions of the group.  From whether soup is soup if it’s hot or not, to the sexiest and least sexiest names, to which animals would be rude if they could talk, the Banter Boys express their opinions on the varied inquiries.  A brief discussion of the seminal classic sitcom Seinfeld and it’s odd beginning release schedule.  They also discuss how Wasps are the just the absolute worst that ever was ever.

The Ballad of Daylight Savings

August 05, 2019 09:00 - 31 minutes - 33.4 MB

The Banter Boys reach into the future and talk about borrowing time from the Time Bank and paying it back later. A short discussion about Toy Soldiers ensues before things seem to fall off the rails. Join us for another dose of three Chuckle Friends getting lost in conversation.

Mike... The Lightning Thief

July 15, 2019 09:00 - 33 minutes - 77.7 MB

Fandoms can do some pretty amazing things.  From charity streams, to Keanu, to our own listeners.  There's always something positive to look at, despite some of the crummier facets we hear about.

Keep the Change ya Filthy Animal!

July 01, 2019 09:00 - 50 minutes - 116 MB

The Banter Boys get patriotic on this weeks episode!  They discuss 4th of July traditions and then digress into some of their favorite petitions on Change.org.  From changing the national anthem to naming a new national bird, see some of the “best” petitions the internet has to offer!

All Sauced Up

June 17, 2019 09:00 - 41 minutes - 44.6 MB

Mulan is turning 21! In celebration of the event the Banter Banter Boys talk about dipping sauces and the unknown Spice Girls. They sing a song, share about some charities, bring up Will Wheaton's Laws, and get saved by All Spice. 

Silent Hill Zone

June 03, 2019 08:00 - 38 minutes - 88.5 MB

The people of banter, start things off right.  Discussing the nightmare fuel that is Sonic in the Sonic the Hedgehog trailer, then go on to discuss Avengers: Endgame.

Nerd Toxicity

May 20, 2019 12:19 - 34 minutes - 79.9 MB

The boys revisit the darker side of human nature and the forms it takes in the Nerd community.  They also discuss which Wizarding house they are in from the Potter Universe.  Aaron nearly chokes on his own laugh.

Geplänkel Geplänkel

May 06, 2019 11:00 - 31 minutes - 33.8 MB

The gang is at it again. Aaron, Manny, and Mike talk about places they want to visit around the world and get Aaron into all things wine.  Somehow they end up talking about Antman and bums.

Introitus

April 15, 2019 10:00 - 32 minutes - 74.6 MB

Our Banter Hosts discuss the impact of nerd culture and some of the influences in the climate of inclusion and toxicity in it. hold on to your seats folks, thing get a little less comic as we touch on our youth for a bit. If our poor brand of humor is what you seek, check the disclaimer for timestamps to skip that section. Join your hosts, Aaron, Manny and Mike for a chat every 1st and 3rd Monday.   For an audio version of this podcast episode, download it on Anchor, Google Play or iTunes: ...

Jimmy Jaaaannnnnzzzz

April 01, 2019 12:28 - 42 minutes - 96.6 MB

 Banter Boy, Aaron tries to give a hamboning tutorial, then your host discuss expensive chat.  Tee-Dus and Paddy's are nit-picked while X gon' give ya the train.  All this and Disney Royalty are on this episode.  Join your hosts, Aaron, Manny and Mike for a chat every 1st and 3rd Monday.   For an audio version of this podcast episode, download it on Anchor, Google Play or iTunes: https://anchor.fm/banter-banter-cast   The opening and closing theme is 'Making Me Nervous' by Brad Sucks (http:...

Springtime with Cage

March 16, 2019 19:09 - 47 minutes - 50.9 MB

The gang gets together on a trip to The Trailer Park and figure out how we got Between Worlds. They get cleaned up afterwords with some springtime thoughts and knuckles.

31 Flavors of Board Games

March 04, 2019 15:42 - 37 minutes - 41.2 MB

Banter chaps return with a more in depth take on board games. These aren't your mom and dad's game night stuff, so get out Parker Bros! Stay tuned for more misinterpreted game rules and house calls on all the tough questions.

2019... & Knuckles

February 18, 2019 07:12 - 52 minutes - 47.7 MB

The lads who Banter, chat about the year thus far. Burger joints, space exploration and films dot our main interests this episode. Also getting their facts wrong. Lots of that.

Pizza Pie In Your Eye

February 04, 2019 13:13 - 43 minutes - 43.3 MB

The Banter Banter Boys decide if Venom is the Rom-Com you should see this Valentines Day and reveal what 2018 movies they loved to hate and hated to love.

Prepare to be Board Gamed

January 21, 2019 16:58 - 29 minutes - 30.3 MB

The Banter Boys enter the doldrums of the new year filled with piff and vinegar as they discuss their views on family game night. Of course, this cannot go without shifting into trading card games, their collectible cousins.

My New Year's Resolution is 4K

January 07, 2019 13:43 - 37 minutes - 86.9 MB

Ringing in the new year, Aaron wants to discuss New Year resolutions. Then We wonder at the marvels of the current age in 3D and VR before bringing it back home to reminiscing about 2018.

It's Never Too Early

December 17, 2018 12:31 - 32 minutes - 31 MB

Aaron, Manny, and Mike chat about when they like to start hearing X-Mas music, when is too soon, and what types of traditions they have. Now have some eggs erroneous!

The Second One

December 04, 2018 00:06 - 28 minutes - 28.7 MB

Our hosts hit the ground running with Adam Sandler's seminal masterpiece from 1998, The Waterboy. They trail off to talk about social media, then misname some worms.

Welcome to Banter Banter

November 19, 2018 13:32 - 40 minutes - 92.4 MB

Three friends start a tangent and never stop going.

Banter Banter Promo

November 18, 2018 22:01 - 1 minute - 2.29 MB

Join us on the first and third Monday each month when three friends sit down and immediately get lost in conversation.

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