Shades of Banter

In this episode, the hosts share funny and comical moments from their lives, highlighting the humor in everyday experiences. They also discuss the power of reading and the impact it has on their lives, exploring the themes of community, belonging, and personal growth through literature. The conversation delves into the impact of community and relationships on personal experiences, as well as the p...

The conversation kicks off with a recap of Season 3 and the excitement for Season 4. The hosts reflect on the past year, sharing their experiences and feelings about 2025. They also express their hopes and plans for the new year, setting the stage for a season of new beginnings and reflection.

We return with a special guest on the show, and we do it all from a boat!

We wrap up our Top 10 lists of 2024! 

We're back with the highly anticipated top 10 wrap-up for the year. We dive into our top 5 in this episode as we come near the end of 2024!

This week we give a few updates on what we've been up to the past couple of months. We end the episode by having a discussion on friendship that you won't want to miss!

This week we do a deep dive into how our desire for acceptance led us to a life of confusion. Join us as we share how growing up in the Midwest has shaped us.

This week we talk AI Implants, Basketball, Must Watch/Listen/Read recs, and Muncie.

We catch you up on the last month. We took a trip to Nashville and we share our favorite parts.

This week we talk about our previous dating history and how upbringings shaped our perspectives. Find out if we game or were completely lame. We also talk about tsunami pods, theft, and Harry Potter!

This week we cover some of the ways we've processed and worked towards a better us. We talk mental health, boundaries, Chik Fil A, and Oppenheimer.

We pick up where we last left off. What happened while Jay was on staff the final two years and a glimpse into Steven's life after leaving.

This week we dive into a topic that is near and dear to us. We give you a glimpse of our ministry journey and how it played out. 

We're back for season 2!!! Join us as we go over what this year will look like. We still keeping some things the same but are also bringing plenty of new things!

Ladies and gentlemen, welcome to the final episode of the year! Steven and Jay talk about the remaining 5 things on their lists of the top 10 most influential and impactful things of the year. Sit back, relax, and enjoy this light, sometimes fun, and often times introspective thoughts from two friends as they close out season 1 of Shades of Banter. Thanks for being faithful listeners this year! Se...

In this episode 2-part season finale, Steven and Jay discuss 5 of the most significant and influential things from the past year of their lives. From music to shows to the Spirit of God, this one is one you won't want to miss. Deep, introspective, and powerful, you are sure to go on a journey that might leave you thinking long after the podcast is over. Comment, share, and let the hosts know what...

In this episode, hosts Steven and Jay, catch up after taking a couple weeks off and then discuss attachment styles. If you are unfamiliar with attachment styles, just research the work of psychoanalyst John Bowlby. After a lengthy discussion on attachment styles and the ways they affect our lives, Steven and Jay talk about all things Halloween in their favorite segment "overrated" or "underrated."...

In this latest episode hosts, Steven and Jay, spend some time catching up after taking some meaningful time away on vacation. They discuss in depth all things relationships, grief, trauma, community, and spend quite a bit of time thinking about their childhoods and the people they've grown to become. Deeply poignant, honest, and powerful, this will be one that you won't want to miss. Like, follow,...

Apologies for the long break. Life is chaotic and busy these days. In this episode, listen to hosts Steven and Jay, discuss current events, like UFO's and celebrities as well as do a deep dive into how to get unstuck in conflict and learning what it looks like to trust others again after being wounded by them. Sincere and raw, this one is a good one you will not want to miss!

In this lighthearted episode, Steven and Jay tackle questions asked by the audience and share some insights on culture and what annoys them in their new segment Ugh, Seriously! Grab a drink or your favorite snack and listen to this hour long conversation that you won't want to miss. 

In this video, hosts Steven and Jay, talk about relationships, mental health, brotherhood, and more. This episode is heartfelt, emotional, but also fun. Grab a comfy seat and prepare to cry or laugh or both!

In this episode, hosts, Steven and Jay, tackle the Montgomery Brawl, the Blind Side, a Billionaire Murder Mystery, and the state of humanity. Come listen to some fashion tips and some hot topics! 

In this episode, hosts Steven and Jay tackle the Lizzo controversy, Zoo animals, the "Goon Squad," and wedding traditions among other things! This is an episode you do not want to miss out on. These two can be serious and deep and they can also be funny. Sit back, relax, and enjoy this conversation. 

In this episode, Steven and Jay talk about UFO's, Twitter's big rebrand, and mental health. You never really know what you're going to get out of these two, but crank up the volume, grab a nice treat, and enjoy this hour discussion between two friends who will go deep and also make you laugh out loud. 

In this episode of Shades of Banter, special guest Josue Portillo (pastor and brother of co-host Steven Portillo) tackle current events like staging a kidnapping, celebrity divorces, spirituality and the state of Christianity and more. This was one of our favorites yet. Sit back, relax, get a drink, and enjoy the talk!