Banter & Beyond

Cruise Ships, Soul Pets & the Hanta Virus

This week we spiral from the bizarre world of cruise ships — tiny floating cities full of buffets, drama, and questionable hygiene — into a surprisingly wholesome conversation about the emotional bond we have with our pets and why they seem to understand us better than most people. Then, because this podcast can never stay normal for long, we dive into the terrifying reality of hantavirus. Follow us on TikTok @Banter.Beyond Follow us on Instagram @Banter.Beyond *Share your personal stories/questions for us to read here (We Changed Our Submission Platform): ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSd14Apj_V-Yxd1m5_QVi-DsvX6B-kQ2kyVMX2zb5573cbWUHQ/viewform [https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSd14Apj_V-Yxd1m5_QVi-DsvX6B-kQ2kyVMX2zb5573cbWUHQ/viewform]

The Time I dated A Closeted Man & Am I the Asshole Submissions

On this weeks episode, I share the time I was in a relationship with a guy who I believe was closeted and on the DL, signs to watch out for and Am I the Asshole submissions Follow us on TikTok @Banter.Beyond Follow us on Instagram @Banter.Beyond *Share your personal stories/questions for us to read here (We Changed Our Submission Platform): ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ [https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSd14Apj_V-Yxd1m5_QVi-DsvX6B-kQ2kyVMX2zb5573cbWUHQ/viewform]https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSd14Apj_V-Yxd1m5_QVi-DsvX6B-kQ2kyVMX2zb5573cbWUHQ/viewform⁠ [https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSd14Apj_V-Yxd1m5_QVi-DsvX6B-kQ2kyVMX2zb5573cbWUHQ/viewform⁠]

Epstein Files Updates, The Death of El Mencho and Tourette's Syndrome

In this weeks episode, we talk about recent updates in the Epstein Files, The death of the cartel leader; El Mencho and the scandal that took place at the BAFTA awards. Follow us on TikTok @Banter.Beyond Follow us on Instagram @Banter.Beyond Share your personal stories/questions for us to read here (We Changed Our Submission Platform): ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ [https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSd14Apj_V-Yxd1m5_QVi-DsvX6B-kQ2kyVMX2zb5573cbWUHQ/viewform]https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSd14Apj_V-Yxd1m5_QVi-DsvX6B-kQ2kyVMX2zb5573cbWUHQ/viewform [https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSd14Apj_V-Yxd1m5_QVi-DsvX6B-kQ2kyVMX2zb5573cbWUHQ/viewform]

Near Death Experiences (NDE'S), Shared Consciousness and the Reddit Lamp Story

This week on Banter & Beyond, we’re diving into the unexplained. From chilling Near-Death Experiences (NDEs) to the idea of shared consciousness, we explore what happens when reality starts to blur at the edges. Are NDEs proof that consciousness exists beyond the body? Can people really access the same “place” beyond this life? And of course… we unpack the infamous Reddit Lamp Story — the viral post that had the internet questioning reality itself. What if your entire life could unravel because of a single detail? Get ready for a conversation that will make you question what’s real, what’s remembered, and what might exist beyond what we can see. Chapters * 00:00 Near-Death Experiences (NDE) * 06:29 Consciousness and NDE * 13:45 NDE Stories and Healing * 20:02 Telepathy and Shared Consciousness * 25:59 Language and Telepathy * 33:17 Time Perception and Different Realities * 39:31 Alternative Reality Experience * 49:29 Connection and Shared Frequency

The Epstein Files

Jeffrey Epstein’s name has become synonymous with power, abuse, and unanswered questions — but what do we actually know, and where does speculation take over? In this episode, we break down the verified facts behind Epstein’s crimes, his relationship with Ghislaine Maxwell, and how wealth and influence allowed abuse to continue for years. We explore what the released documents really show, why appearing in contact books or flight logs isn’t the same as criminal guilt, and why the justice system struggles to hold powerful networks accountable. Follow us on TikTok @Banter.Beyond Follow us on Instagram @Banter.Beyond Share your personal stories/questions for us to read here (We Changed Our Submission Platform): ⁠⁠⁠⁠ [https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSd14Apj_V-Yxd1m5_QVi-DsvX6B-kQ2kyVMX2zb5573cbWUHQ/viewform]https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSd14Apj_V-Yxd1m5_QVi-DsvX6B-kQ2kyVMX2zb5573cbWUHQ/viewform [https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSd14Apj_V-Yxd1m5_QVi-DsvX6B-kQ2kyVMX2zb5573cbWUHQ/viewform]