After a year and a half of laughs, hot takes, and more banter than we ever imagined, Banterly is coming to a close.

But don’t worry—in this final episode, co-hosts Aidan and Maya leave us with recommendations for what’s next, their current media obsessions, and their all-time favorites that make up the Banterly Hall of Fame (and yes—Aidan finally gets to talk about The Real Housewives).

Most of all, they reflect on how much the show has meant to them and how much they’ve loved sharing it with you.

It’s not goodbye forever, but it is goodbye for now.

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Hosted by: Maya Shetty & Aidan Taylor

Producer: Shei Yu | Content Writers: Maya Shetty & 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

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In the penultimate episode of Banterly, Aidan and Maya dig into what it means to love something the internet loves to hate. From the timeless debate over separating art from the artist to their hot takes on Lena Dunham’s new Netflix series Too Much, they unpack complicated creators, unlikable protagonists, and the fine line between being “too much” and not enough.

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Hosted by: Maya Shetty & Aidan Taylor

Producer: Shei Yu | Content Writers: Maya Shetty & 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

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In this episode of Banterly, hosts Aidan and Maya return with updates, hot takes, and a full-speed dive into the world of Formula 1—well, sort of. Maya vents about the chaos of apartment hunting in NYC, and the duo unpacks Coldplaygate.

They also swap stories about their most unhinged driving moments before diving into the Brad Pitt F1 movie, which left them with more questions than answers. From Lewis Hamilton to pit stops (which Aidan hilariously calls “quick changes”), they reflect on how little they actually know about the sport...but maybe that’s part of the fun. Plus, they share bittersweet news about the podcast’s upcoming final stretch.

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Hosted by: Maya Shetty & Aidan Taylor

Producer: Shei Yu | Content Writers: Maya Shetty & 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

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It feels like everyone’s on vacation—and our Banterly hosts are no exception. Maya’s back from Brazil, and she and Aidan kick things off with the question of the day: What’s your rich-person hobby? Aidan’s hoarding vintage jewelry and Priuses, while Maya’s planning Gatsby-level parties for her inner circle.

Then it’s time to break down Sirens—Netflix’s new limited series about wealth, power, and messy sisterhood. Most importantly: why was that ending so underwhelming? And what was actually going on with those murky supernatural vibes? Tune in for a short and sweet breakdown of Sirens!

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Hosted by: Maya Shetty & Aidan Taylor

Producer: Shei Yu | Content Writers: Maya Shetty & 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

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Aidan is joined by his high school bestie Nandini to spill the tea on college life—awkward crushes, chaotic freshman moments, and the challenge of keeping high school friendships alive. Then it’s on to Overcompensating, Benito Skinner’s new series that nails Gen Z humor. They unpack the iconic Hailey Marie Matthews, the loneliness of freshman year, and the ever-relatable question: “Am I okay or just overcompensating?”

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Hosted by: Aidan Taylor & Nandini Jain

Producer: Shei Yu | Content Writer: Aidan Taylor & Nandini Jain 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

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🚨 It’s another Banterly music episode! 🚨

Aidan dives into the highs (and heatwaves) of summer in NYC with takes on pop culture, music, and Pride Month.

He breaks down the tracks taking over playlists—from chart-toppers like Miley Cyrus and Sabrina Carpenter to rising stars like Addison Rae, Leon Thomas, Lola Young, and Eli.

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Hosted by: Aidan Taylor

Producer: Shei Yu | Content Writer: 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

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Is it ever too late to start dating? On this week’s episode of Love-ly, Mehak sits down with Aidan Taylor—host of Banterly—to unpack what it really means to be a “late bloomer” in the chaotic world of modern dating. From his first real date at 21 to navigating New York City’s intense queer dating scene, Aidan gets candid about identity, rejection, and learning to love yourself before anyone else does.

They talk about first dates, ghosting, gay bar drama (yes, including a bathroom incident), dating as a person of color in a hyper-curated app world, and what it's like to feel "behind" when everyone around you is getting engaged. It's funny, heartfelt, and full of the kind of real talk we all need more of.

If you're queer, single in your 20s, or just tired of dating timelines, this one's for you.

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What makes a friendship last a lifetime?

This week, Aidan and Maya open up about how their relationships have changed over the years and what it really means to grow with your friends.

They dive into Netflix’s Four Seasons, a comedy-drama that follows three couples through love, loss, and everything in between. Emotions run high (and opinions clash) as they debate the show’s most lovable—and most loathable—characters. It’s heartfelt, it’s heated, and it’s classic Banterly.

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Hosted by: Maya Shetty & Aidan Taylor

Producer: Shei Yu | Content Writers: Maya Shetty & 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

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In this episode of Banterly, host Aidan sits down with journalist Rosie Carroll to unpack the mind-bending second season of Nathan Fielder’s HBO series The Rehearsal.

They dive into the show’s surreal blend of reality and simulation, dissecting how Fielder pushes the boundaries of comedy to examine human connection, performance, and control. From the ethical tightrope of the “Wings of Voice” episode to the internet fallout of the Lana Love controversy, Aidan and Rosie offer a deep analysis of the show’s most talked-about moments (can we please talk about Nathan Fielder as Baby Sully?).

Along the way, they reflect on their own experiences with social anxiety and whether life would be easier if we could rehearse it all in advance.

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Hosted by: Rosie Carroll & Aidan Taylor

Producer: Shei Yu | Content Writers: Rosie Carroll & 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

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In this episode of Banterly, hosts Aidan and Maya dive into a whirlwind of pop culture topics, kicking things off with the bizarre—and now viral—Zendaya Hat Theory. They break down their favorite Met Gala looks, react to the surprising announcement of a new Midwestern pope, and offer a spoiler-filled recap of the final season of Netflix’s You.

From Joe Goldberg’s return to New York to journalist Bronte, Aidan and Maya unpack all the drama, twists, and chaos.

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Hosted by: Aidan Taylor & Maya Shetty

Producer: Shei Yu | Sound Designer & Editor: Lou Raskin I Immigrantly Theme Music: Simon Hutchinson | Other Music: Epidemic Sound | Cover art design: Josephine Chai | Executive Producer: Saadia Khan

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