Banter and Beyond
Welcome to Banter and Beyond, a podcast centered around meaningful conversations. Join us, Brandi and Natalie, just two friends on a quest to craft something beautiful together through honesty about our messy lives.
Where hilarity meets light heartedness and every day struggles are intertwined with pursing our beautiful dreams. Banter and Beyond is a safe space for conversation, growth and a steadfast commitment to our go-to motto: “Fuck it we’ll figure it out!”
Episodes
39 episodes
Summer Recap
Natalie and Brandi are back! After a little summer break, they’re catching you up on all the things — summer fun, art projects, writing, life changes, and the messy in-between. In true Banter and Beyond fashion, they invite you back into the ch...
Garage Sale Fun Part 2 (Natalie Survives)
The chaos continues! In Part 2 of the garage sale adventure, Natalie and Brandi are back with more laughs, fun friends who visit the sale, and a few questionable haggling decisions. Did the infamous bath mat finally sell? Did Natalie actually s...
Garage Sale Fun (featuring Natalie spiraling)
This week, Natalie decided to join Brandi's annual multi-family neighborhood garage sale and—spoiler alert—she immediately freaked out. While Brandi and her family were in chill, seasoned-pro prep time, Natalie was spiraling with questions like...
Welcome to the Group Chat
Welcome to the group chat! In this super fun episode, Natalie and Brandi dive into all the group chats — from Instagram to Marco Polo, Messenger to text threads. Whether you thrive in a buzzing group chat or exit them every chance you get, you’...
Not Lost, Just Wandering on My Own Terms
Ever wondered what it’s like to take off on your own, with no plus one, no packed itinerary for someone else, just a little brave curiosity? In this solo episode (fittingly!), Natalie is reflecting on the beauty of solo travel, what it taught h...
We Asked
In this episode of Banter and Beyond "We Asked"...a lot of questions. In this raw conversation Natalie and Brandi showed up with little to no preparation—just meaningful questions and open hearts. The goal? To speak from the moment and answer w...
Meal Preppin' and Plannin'
This week Natalie and Brandi dive into the delicious and sometimes hectic task of feeding our families. Brandi comes in hot with her tried and true ways of prepping while Natalie keeps it real on the "I don't really do much prepping" side...
Keepin' Up-ish - Lip Stains and Hiding at the Gym
After the last episode was taken over by the Red Robin Fiasco (Ep. 25 - Drinky Drinks Gone Wrong) Brandi and Natalie are back to the banter with all the recent things happening in their lives. From travel updates to lip stains, hiding at the gy...
Drinky Drinks Gone Wrong
So much for going out for drinks with your hosts of B&B! What started as a girls night out quickly turned into a lesson in boundaries, perception, and how our past experiences can impact the way we react to uneasy situations. A...
The Depths of Divorce and Healing - Part 2
This episode is intended for mature audiences only and broaches a number of topics that are sensitive in nature. In this two-part conversation Brandi and Natalie welcome a special guest to dive into the realities of marriage, divorce and findin...
The Depths of Divorce and Healing - Part 1
This episode is intended for mature audiences only and broaches a number of topics that are sensitive in nature. In this two-part conversation Brandi and Natalie welcome a special guest to dive into the realities of marriage, divorce and findin...
We've Gone Off The Rails
Well, Brandi and Natalie had intentions of starting off the new year with organized thoughts and a clear vision for 2025, but PLOT TWIST, reality had other plans! In this episode the ladies bounce from topic to topic, barely keeping their thoug...
Banter & Beyond - Our 1 Year Anniversary Episode
In this special anniversary episode Brandi and Natalie reflect on an entire year of podcasting. From laughter to tears and everything in between, they have a candid conversation about the growth, challenges, and joy that have come with creating...
Virginia Slims & Squatty Potties - Our Holiday Episode
In this episode of Banter and Beyond Natalie and Brandi talk all things Christmas traditions, best and worst gifts and share some listener write ins as well. From Christmas PJs and Books to Virginia Slims and Squatty Potties you’re sure to get ...
This is 40
In this episode Natalie and Brandi dive into the milestone of turning 40 and all the emotions that come with it. Brandi shares the unforgettable way she celebrated while Natalie looks ahead to a gallery night featuring her artwork. They s...
The Beauty of Boundaries - Part 2
In this two-part episode, Brandi and Natalie explore the importance of boundaries, what they are and are not, and where they are needed. They discuss the challenges of putting boundaries in place and the beauty of doing so. Rooted in personal e...
The Beauty of Boundaries - Part 1
In this two-part episode, Brandi and Natalie explore the importance of boundaries, what they are and are not, and where they are needed. They discuss the challenges of putting boundaries in place and the beauty of doing so. Rooted in personal e...
Organize This Chaos
Brandi and Natalie are trying to get ahead as we all enter the most busy season of the year. In this episode they chat about how they can organize the chaos in their lives by reintroducing some of their tried and true systems and seeking out ne...
We don’t have time for this $hit!
Join Brandi and Natalie for a 20 minute chat about the chaos that is fall and how they are struggling to juggle it all. Get a real and raw glimpse into what it’s like trying to coordinate all the things and why this week’s episode is a 20 minut...
Adventure, Life, and Chaos
In this episode of Banter and Beyond, Brandi and Natalie reunite to recap their eventful summer vacations; sharing stories of travel and the big life changes that came after. They also dive into each of the solo and guest episodes they hosted, ...
Parenting Teens & Young Adults - Part 2
After a minor technical issue we present to you (better late than never) another guest episode. While Brandi was on her dream Alaskan cruise with her family, Natalie thought to invite long time listener Melissa on the podcast to start the conve...
Parenting Teens & Young Adults - Part 1
After a minor technical issue we present to you (better late than never) another guest episode. While Brandi was on her dream Alaskan cruise with her family, Natalie thought to invite long time listener Melissa on the podcast to start the conve...
I Wrote the Damn Letter
Join Brandi for her most raw and vulnerable episode yet. She dives into how she came to learn about Letters from Love (thank you Elizabeth Gilbert and the We Can Do Hard Things Podcast.) and shares her unedited letter. In her attempt to explore...
Fashion Fun
Join Natalie and Brandi as they have a candid conversation about fashion and all the frustration and fun that come with it. How Brandi came to terms with wide legged jeans and how Natalie embraced a crop top for a week and fell in love with how...
Catch Up, Not Ketchup!
Join Natalie and Brandi as they dish out the latest in their hilarious and chaotic lives! In this “Catch Up, Not Ketchup” episode, they recap the last few months of madness and what’s sizzling this summer. While Brandi’s been juggling the kids'...