BANTS! with Geoff and Justin

It’s our favorite season: AWARDS! G+J break down the Golden Globes winners from ‘One Battle After Another’ to ‘Hamnet’ to the incomparable Rose Byrne! The boys also discuss a trio of feuds: Ashley Tisdale-French v. a celeb mom group, Jordan Firstman v. ‘Heated Rivalry’, and Las Culturistas v. Jasmine Crockett (joke!) After Hot Topics, the boys banter about one of their recent fav TV shows, ‘I Love...

New year, new episode! This week, the boys break down Vince Gilligan’s high concept Apple TV drama ‘Pluribus’! They also react to the theatrical debut/series finale of ‘Stranger Things’; the trailer for Christopher Nolan’s ‘The Odyssey’; and a pair of teasers for what’s sure to be 2026’s biggest flop, ‘Avengers: Doomsday.’ Tell us in the comments listeners dear: would you join the hive-mind? Times...

On the final episode of 2025, the Bants bois are choosing their favorite TV shows and *Justin voice* FILMS of the year! They’re joined by listener dear CLAIRE, who also shares her favorite visual media of the year. Claire has a few questions for G+J, and they also chat about the Timothée Chalamet x EsDeeKid collab. Happy New Year, listeners dear! Timestamps: 00:00 Intro 01:27 Welcome Claire & Catc...

Ben is SO BACK to talk about our favorite music of 2025! This Christmas Eve, we’re breaking down the albums and songs that stood above the rest this year. We’re also chatting about the latest hot topics, including the Oscars moving to YouTube; the trailer for ‘Disclosure Day,’ a new film from Steven Spielberg; and the tragic death of Rob Reiner. Timestamps: 00:00 Intro 02:23 Welcome Ben & Catc...

Our hosts are joined by Gamer Girl and Good Friend HANNAH this week to talk everything gaming! Are NYT games like Wordle really video games? Are the only REAL gamers men with ugly, ergonomic chairs? Which of our three hosts won a Rock Band tournament in high school? The trio also chat about Disney’s investment in OpenAI, the upcoming season of ‘Euphoria,’ and the Golden Globe nominations. Grab you...

Judging by the WB-Discovery deal, we live in hell, listeners dear! Geoff & Justin commiserate over that mega merger, give two thumbs WAY down to the Pantone “color” of the year, break down that Diddy documentary, and fawn over a new trailer for the Anne Hathaway-starring ‘Mother Mary’. Best of all, it’s time for a new installment of HOT TAKES—this time about TV shows! Tune in for the best deep...

Grab your rosaries, listeners dear. The boys are talking about the new Knives Out mystery ‘Wake Up Dead Man!’ Spoiler alert: Rian Johnson has delivered another satisfying whodunit based on the Catholic Church. G+J also dish about Thanksgiving, Donald Glover, Wicked (again), and the impending WB-Discovery merger. We pray you’ll listen faithfully and won’t forget—MM flip it around: Wicked Witch!!! T...

Wicked: For Good has arrived, dear listeners—but is it good? Geoff and Justin break down their mixed feelings about the adaptation, from Ariana Grande’s incredible performance to the verrrrrry centrist message it’s selling. The bois also chat about Charli’s upcoming film ‘The Moment’, watching ‘High School Musical’, and the 6 7 phenomenon terrorizing educators across the country. Much like G(a)lin...

The bois are welcoming ‘West End Girl’ superfan BRIDGET to the pod this week to talk Lily Allen’s buzzy new album! Before entering the infamous dojo, our hosts break down the first music in 7 years from pop icon Robyn, the ‘Wicked’ TV special, and new movie tie-in singles from Charli & Miley. Geoff’s zingers in this ep will have you screaming “what a f*ckin’ line”! Timestamps: 00:00 Intro 01:21 We...

Listeners dear, the GRAMMYs are near! The nominations for music’s biggest night have dropped and you already know the boys are gonna discuss in this particularly ADHD-ridden episode! But first, they’re talking about Brendan Fraser & Rachel Weisz returning for a new ‘Mummy’ installment; the seemingly endless litigation between Blake Lively & Justin Baldoni; the new (and GOOD?!) Katy Perry s...

Grab your hair clippers & antihistamine lotion, listeners dear, because we are unmasking aliens on today’s ‘BUGONIA’ episode! Geoff & Justin dig deep into Yorgos Lanthimos’ awards season contender starring Emma Stone and Jesse Plemons. In between kidnapping high-powered CEOs, they’re also chatting about a new Hayley Williams single, a ‘Call of Duty’ film written by ‘Yellowstone’ showrunner...

Spooky Halloween, listeners dear! In the spirit of the szn, Justin is introducing Geoff to the world of Buffy the Vampire Slayer with the ‘92 box office flop (not the iconic TV series). The bois have some issues with the film, and they’re not holding back! Before they cartwheel into vampires & high school dances, G+J unpack the trailer for new Apple TV drama ‘Pluribus'; debate whether ‘One Battle...

Listeners dear, we bet you forgot that 'The Paper' dropped on Peacock last month. Can it live up to the legendary reputation of 'The Office'? G & J are skeptical! It’s a TV-heavy episode this week, with updates about pod fav Rachel Sennott’s new project, 'I Love LA'; a new show in the world of Game of Thrones; and fast-fading Showtime drama, 'Yellowjackets'. Extra! Extra! Listen all about it! Time...

Travelers dear, download your boarding passes and pack your carry-ons with all the essentials. Ana joins the boys for a second appearance to talk TRAVEL! They discuss pros & cons of Airbnbs vs. hotels, dream travel destinations, and the difference between a trip and a vacation. But first, they cover a secret grunge album from Mariah Carey, Wendy Williams’ diabolical conservatorship, and A24 aw...

The Life of a Showgirl has dropped, the reviews are mixed, and Geoff & Justin discuss the album with resident Swiftie, Brandy! The trio also breaks down Bad Bunny’s upcoming Super Bowl gig, a viral video, and Justin’s newest AI obsession (and we fear it is p*rnographic)! Timestamps: 0:00 Intro 01:58 Welcome Brandy & Catch-Up 11:53 Bad Bunny Hosts SNL & Is Selected for the Halftime Show...

Listeners, G+J try to stay positive on this show, but today they’re breaking out the HATERATION in a brand new segment! The topics are especially HOT this week, so the bois are also talking Kimmel updates, a new Star Wars, a new Spaceballs, and a couple of celebrity marriages. DOWN WITH SMART TVS! Timestamps: 0:00 Intro 01:18 Catch-Up 10:38 RIP Rolling Ray 11:40 Charli's Wedding 14:10 Conferen...

Much to Geoff’s chagrin, Fall is upon us, and the BANTS! bois are doing a postmortem on this summer’s babababiggest hits! But first, they’re talking Kimmel, a new Taylor Swift cinematic experience, and those new Meta x Ray-Ban Smart Glasses. Remember, listeners dear, nothing beats a Jet2 holiday! Timestamps: 00:00 Intro 00:39 Catch-Up 13:35 Kimmel Suspended, Then Unsuspended 22:33 Tech Corner: Met...

AWARDS SEASON 2025 has finally begun, dear listeners, as has G+J’s annual awards show competition! Can Justin come back from last year’s humiliating loss to Geoff? The BANTS! bois break down the winners (Adolescence, The Studio, The Late Show) and losers (Nate Bargatze, children everywhere, The Late Show again) from this year’s Emmy Awards. Also discussed: Hilary Duff’s return to music, the increa...

Sabrina Carpenter has dropped her second album in just over a year, and Geoff & Justin are here to discuss! Can she top the Grammy-winning Short n’ Sweet ? Before that, they discuss the longest standing ovations at the Venice Film Festival, a new single from Lady Gaga, and updates on Anne Hathaway, Cardi B, and SNL. Calma, calma, listeners dear—we are all going to have a very nice evening. Tim...

It’s time for another Hot or Not, listeners dear! Though the outcome isn’t really in doubt—known nutmeggers Geoff & Justin are talking New England! What’s the superior variety of chowdah? Hot or cold lobstah rolls? And what is a package store?? Tune in to find out! The bois also chat about Taylor Swift & Travis Kelce’s engagement, the first film in Charli xcx’s pivot to acting, Snoop Dogg’...

The time has finally come, listeners dear—we’re answering YOUR questions on our first-ever mailbag episode! Which pop girly will be featured in the history books? What’s the best place to discover new stuff? And most importantly—how many bathrooms should be in your Airbnb? Tune in to hear answers to those questions alongside updates about Lil Nas X, the new Vince Gilligan show Pluribus, and season...

The BANTS! bois are SO BACK! After a two week hiatus, Geoff and Justin have returned to your feeds to discuss the buzziest horror film of the summer, Weapons! Meanwhile, Hot Topics have been piling up: that Sydney Sweeney ad, the new Chappell Roan single, and of course the new Taylor Swift album, The Life of a Showgirl . Grab your orange wigs and get listening! Timestamps: 00:00 Intro 00:53 Catch-...

Send your questions to bantspod@gmail.com and we'll answer them in a mailbag episode! Geoff and Justin will return next week with a brand new episode about a certain buzzy horror film. What’s Good? Geoff: “Check” by FLO ( ⁠Spotify⁠ ) Justin: Bando Stone and the New World by ⁠Childish Gambino⁠ Links: Gymnast Simone Biles wins silver to wrap what might be her final Olympic Games ( ⁠NPR⁠ ) What h...

Bring your notebooks and pens, dear listeners, because Geoff & Justin are about to begin their series on the BANTS Canon! First up is Broad City, the hilarious 2010s Comedy Central show created by Abbi Jacobson and Ilana Glazer. The bois also tackle a monster week for Hot Topics, covering the cancellation of The Late Show, that viral Coldplay video, and the death of Ozzy Osbourne. Listen in to...

AWARDS SEASON IS BACK! Pod favs Severance, The White Lotus, and The Studio have been honored for Emmy nominations this year. But before G+J dive into the noms, they discuss the Labubu craze, the new trailer for Stranger Things’ final season, and the end of the SAG-AFTRA strike for voice actors! Who will take the early lead in this year’s award season competition?? What’s Good: Geoff: Good Hang: Co...