Banter Buddies

50: Sunday Comic Strips Nov 11, 2022

Many years ago we had these things called newspapers. Some of them contained daily comic strips. On Sundays the BIG version of the newspaper would arrive complete with an entire section of comics, some of them in full color! On the final episode of season one, we discuss our favorite titles and characters from these comic strips and of course hear from our listeners!

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49: Tacos Oct 24, 2022

This traditional Mexican dish is beloved around the world. The customization possibilities are one of the reasons why tacos are so great. So on this episode of Banter Buddies we’ve tasked our listeners to create and name a new kind of taco! What did they come up with? Dive in to find out!

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48: Wedding Songs Oct 10, 2022

Our band is centered around the idea of partying and dancing. That kind of thing also tends to happen at wedding receptions! We used to DJ weddings so getting people to the dance floor is something we’ve thought a lot about. On this episode of Banter Buddies we’re chatting about our favorite songs to dance to at a wedding. Hear from us! Hear from our callers! And of course we have a “Name That Tune” segment featuring classic wedding dance songs.

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Book Bryan's brother Jeff to DJ your wedding - djhampsterdance.com
One Year: 1995 - slate.com — Awesome podcast about the Macarena
Decoder - theverge.com
Koo Whoopee Cushion - kookookangaroo.com

47: Superheroes Sep 26, 2022

They unite to save the world in many different ways, but which of all the superheroes is our favorite? On this epic episode of Banter Buddies you’ll learn about the finest crime-fighting, world-saving heroes the comic book world has to offer. Also we’ve got new recommendations for you, a game about super hero names and much, much more!

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46: Middle Names Sep 12, 2022

Most of us have a name that goes between our first name and our last name. Sometimes this name is meaningful, sometimes this name is just a name! On this episode of Banter Buddies we talk about the wonderful world of middle names. We have them and we have feelings about them. Time to talk!

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Deliveries for iOS - junecloud.com — Track your shipments!
Every Tillamook Ice Cream Flavor, Ranked - mashed.com

45: Summer Camp Aug 29, 2022

With summer winding down we had to do an episode about camp! That word can mean so many things. Lots of people have camp memories but no two are alike! Bryan is a tried and true “camp person” and the band is very influenced by the songs and games one might experience in that setting. Pull up a log and listen as we go deep into the woods!

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44: The Olympics Aug 15, 2022

The Olympics feature a biannual meeting of the world’s greatest athletes competing on behalf of their home country. The winter and summer games bring us countless wide ranging events and sports. But what are they missing? How could these beloved competitions be improved?

This episode of Banter Buddies focuses on events that we would like to see added to the Olympics! Listen to our callers pitch all sorts of great ideas. Plus we recommend stuff, play a game and let you know what is new with Koo!

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The (Olympic) Hopefuls - wikipedia.com
Tony's Chocolonely - tonschocolonely.com
Hiro Murai - imdb.com
Roundball Rock - youtube.com — SNL sketch featuring John Tesch's Roundball Rock

43: Mini Golf Aug 01, 2022

Putters up! It’s time to play some mini golf! This classic, casual recreational competition is great for just about everybody. Aside from attempting to putt your ball into the whole in as few strokes as possible, mini golf is fun due to the wide range of theming and variety from course to course, and hole to hole.

On this podcast we talk about the putt putt holes we would like to see in the world. Also our recommendations, a game about “mini” things and band updates galore!

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A Couple of Putts - acoupleofputts.com
Follow @cleanthatup - tiktok.com
Follow @SpaceLiminalBot - twitter.com
Jake's Soul Food Cafe - jakessoulfoodcafe.com — The best food in suburban Birmingham, AL!
Mom's Basement - momsbham.com
Buy our new Koo Koo lunchbox - kookookangaroo.com
Koo shows - kookookangaroo.com

42: Cake or Pie Jul 18, 2022

Sometimes a question is more than a question. Sometimes a question can provide insight into one’s philosophy on life. Today’s podcast features one of those questions: Cake or Pie?

Cake is the dynamic overwhelming favorite. Meanwhile Pie is the scrappy underdog, past its prime as our nation’s preferred sweet dish. Two desserts enter. Only one will leave.

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Cheesecake Funk - cheesecakefunk.com
Cat Kid Comic Club - scholastic.com
Carrot Weather - meetcarrot.com
Particle Ink: Speed of Dark - particleink.com — See this show next time you're in Vegas!

41: Listener Recommendations Jun 27, 2022

It’s time for a very special edition of Banter Buddies! We’re expanding our “recommendations” for this episode. Our listeners called in with some ideas for things that we might enjoy. We got responses that cover a lot of subjects. Food, media, travel and more are covered! We RECOMMEND that you listen to this podcast!

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40: Movie Sequels Jun 13, 2022

Great films can end leaving the audience wanting more. Sometimes we actually get more - in the form of a sequel film! Often times these movies do not live up to the high marks set by the original work. But sometimes they give us exactly what we need and allow the story to reach new heights!

This podcast is about sequels. Will we do this theme again? No, probably not.

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39: Chores May 30, 2022

Helping out around the house can be a great way to learn some responsibility, gain some trust and even make a little money. Sometime you gotta pick up dog poop, vacuum the carpets or feed the livestock. All of this can fall under the umbrella of chores and on this episode we learn about our listener’s home responsibilities as they grew up.

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38: Karaoke May 16, 2022

Whether you’re a good singer, or a bad singer, karaoke is a lot of fun. It’s a time for belting out an epic power ballad or rapping perfectly in sync with your favorite emcee. Karaoke brings us together, it is joyous, and sometimes it is very, very bad. But even the worst vocalists can have a great time with karaoke. Just one of the many reasons it is wonderful.

Join us today as we hear about our listener’s favorite songs to sing when they’re at karaoke night!

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37: Pets May 02, 2022

Classic pets are great. Dogs, cats, and birds have been domesticated friends to
Mankind for quite some time! But what if ANY animal could be a pet, what would you choose? We’ll hear from our listeners on this very topic! Also, recommendations from Bryan and Neil, a round of “name that tune” and more!

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36: School Lunch Apr 18, 2022

Whether you brought it from home or ate it hot in the cafeteria, lunch time was a special part of any school day. On today’s show we talk about our favorite memories from stuffing our faces at school. Rectangle pizza, tiny milk cartons and even food fights get discussed. Grab your tray and listen up!

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The Aquabats: Pizza Day - youtube.com
Cmon Cmon - a24films.com
Alex Melton - youtube.com
Koo Koo Kanga Roo - Password - youtube.com
Follow @babycryanimations - instagram.com
The Liquid Zoo 2022 - bauhaus.com — Come see us play in Minneapolis on 5/21

35: Room Upgrades Apr 04, 2022

Its fun to imagine “what if?”

On this episode of Banter Buddies we chat about “blue-sky” possibilities for additions to our bedrooms. Most of our callers imagined ways to incorporate food! But of course there were other ideas as well. Also a round of “Would You Rather”, recommendations, and more.

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34: Mailbag 3 Mar 21, 2022

We know that our listeners have a countless number of questions for us. The mailbag episodes of this podcast are where those questions get answered! We chat about alternate names, frozen pizza, Toys R Us, creating a set list and more! Also we play a game of Bryan or Neil, recommend some music, and talk about a bunch of other stuff.

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33: Dream Vacations Mar 07, 2022

The definition of vacation may vary depending on who you ask. Some like to relax. Some like to explore. No matter how you define your time away, we all have a DREAM vacation in mind. We hear from a few familiar voices on where they would love to go if they could vacation anywhere! Also our latest recommendations, a round of ‘name that tune’, and so, so much more.

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32: Playgrounds Feb 14, 2022

Playgrounds are a wonderful place for fun and action. Whether you’re swinging, sliding or climbing, chances are you’re having a grand old time! This episode of Banter Buddies dives into our listener’s favorite elements about a playground. We talk about what we enjoy as well as how the medium has evolved over time! Quick, its recess! Let’s go!

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31: Worst Jobs Jan 31, 2022

Sometimes your job just stinks! Theres nothing worse than being stuck doing something you don’t like despite the fact that you’re getting paid. The best part about bad jobs is that they make for good stories. That’s what this episode is all about. We’ve got voicemail about horrible gigs and undesirable working conditions! Listen to find out which job Bryan and Neil worked together!

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30: Ice Cream Jan 17, 2022

Ice cream is universal. No matter your taste, diet or preference there is a delicious frosty desert for you! On this episode of the podcast our listeners tell us about the best ice cream spots around them and their favorite flavors. We had a record number of callers for this one. It turns out that people like this stuff.

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Sebastian Joe's - sebastianjoesicecream.com — Neil's favorite!
Bebe Zito's - bebezitomn.com — Bryan's favorite!
Milk Jam Creamery - milkjamcreamery.com — Another great Minneapolis spot!
Pumphouse Creamery - pumphouse-creamery.com — Another great Minneapolis spot!
Conan O'Brien Needs A Friend: Zach Galifianakis Returns - podcasts.apple.com
YakTrax - yaktrax.implus.com

29: 2021 Recap Jan 03, 2022

That’s a wrap on 2021! In honor of the new year we look back at the last 12 months and discuss the highlights. Our listeners call in and tell us the best part of 2021 as well. Also we’ve got recommendations, a game about the last year and the latest in the world of Koo. Happy New Year!

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28: Holiday Traditions Dec 20, 2021

Happy Holidays from Koo Koo Kanga Roo! That’s us! Tis the season for gathering with friends and family. On this episode of the podcast we hear about all of your holiday traditions. We’re talking treats, games and many other activities that we return to every year.

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Foxing - foxingtheband.com
Meowsic Toy Piano - amazon.com
Koo Shows - kookookangaroo.com — Come see us live in 2022!

27: Advice from Koo Dec 06, 2021

Move over Dear Abby! A new name in ADVICE has emerged. It’s us! On this episode of Banter Buddies we help make the world a little better by giving advice to our loyal listeners. We are wise beyond our years and are ready to spread that wisdom to anyone who needs it! Also we’ll recommend some cool stuff, play “name that tune” and give you the latest band news.

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26: Beanie Babies Nov 22, 2021

If there was one toy craze that embodied the 1990s it would be Beanie Babies. These small, under stuffed, adorable plush animals worked America into a frenzy as seemingly the entire country was fixated on collecting them. Beanie Mania spawned books, websites, fan clubs and an iconic McDonalds Happy Meal promotion. While the toys aren’t worth much these days, the memories they created totally are! On this episode we’ll walk down memory lane with our listeners as they call in to “talk TY” and reminisce about hunting for Beanies!

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25: Fictional Places Nov 08, 2021

TV, Movies, books and video games can transport us to worlds and lands not possible in reality! It’s fun to fantasize about being able to actually visit or even live in these fantastical places. On this episode of the podcast we’ll hear voicemail from our listeners as they tell us which fictional place they could call their home. Also recommendations, a game and lots, lots more!

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Should You Mist Your Houseplants in Addition to Watering Them? - marthastewart.com
Mr. Wolf's Class graphic novel series - mrwolfsclass.com
OK Play - okplay.co — Download this fun app that features our songs!

24: Nicknames Oct 25, 2021

Nicknames are great. They can be a term of endearment, an inside joke, or just a way to make your name a little bit shorter. Most nicknames have a fun story attached and this episode of Banter Buddies is all about those tales. Our listeners call in to tell us the origin story of their nicknames and your hosts spill the beans too! So cmon, champ! Hit play and dig in!

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23: Halloween Costumes Oct 11, 2021

Dressing up in a costume might be the best part about Halloween. You get to be creative and disguise yourself while expressing your interests or personality! It’s the only day of the year you get rewarded with candy for wearing a costume. There are some next-level, jaw-dropping Halloween costumes, and on this episode of Banter Buddies we listen to voicemail about the best you’ve ever seen! It’s a real treat. No tricks!

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22: Superpowers Sep 27, 2021

With great power comes great responsibility. But what kind of NEW powers can our callers come up with? This edition of the podcast explores the world of superpowers and all of the abilities we wish we had! Also recommendations, a game and the latest in Koo Koo news!

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Temples, Castles, & Jungles - youtube.com — Travis from Riverside's youtube channel!
The Very Best of Norm Macdonald and David Letterman - youtube.com
Albanese World's Best 12 Flavor Gummi Bears - amazon.com
Rebel Yell: The Minnesota Lynx and First Avenue Uniforms - canishoopus.com — Neil's latest Lynx Dynasty podcast!

21: Siblings Sep 13, 2021

Our siblings can be our best friends and our worst enemies, but they’re always family. There’s nothing quite like the relationship between brothers and sisters. You know everything about each other for better or worse. Today’s podcast features voicemail from our listeners about their favorite and least favorite things about their siblings. Also Bryan and Neil’s family members call in to talk about them! Also recommendations, name that tune and and update on the band.

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20: Road Trips Aug 30, 2021

We road trip for many reasons: to visit family, to go on vacation or just to get from point A to point B. But sometimes sitting in the car for extended periods of time can be quite boring. On this episode of Banter Buddies we explore the many ways to entertain yourself while on the open road. Our faithful listeners have left us lots of voicemail full of ideas and traditions from the past and present! Get on the highway and put on this podcast!

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19: Musicals Aug 16, 2021

Every story is better when it can be told with a song! This episode of Banter Buddies focuses on the magical world of musical theater! Learn about the musicals that Bryan and Neil have been a part of. Listen to voicemails from our listeners about their favorite musicals. Some of them even sing! Also recommendations, a Disney song game, New With Koo and more!

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18: Mailbag 2 Aug 02, 2021

This episode of the podcast contains no theme, no prompt, no main topic! Instead we answer questions about ourselves! Listen to this very special mailbag episode featuring queries such as:

Which Olympic event would we want to participate in?
What would a Koo Koo Tribute record would sound like?
What is the most embarrassing place you’ve farted?

We’ve got questions, recommendations, a Sesame Street trivia game, our quick Space Jam reviews and more!

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The Avant-Guards - boom-studios.com
Dinosaur Stomp live at the Science Museum of MN - youtube.com
If Dogs Could Do The Boogie/Cheese Monkey With A Baloney Hat (feat. Gabrielle Dennis, MOZIAH and Koo Koo Kanga Roo) - storypirates.com — The Story Pirates podcast episode featuring "Doggie Boogie."

17: Gym Class Jul 19, 2021

Whether you called it “gym” or “P.E.”, this class was always a lot of fun. Except for when it wasn’t! Today’s podcast features our callers and hosts reminiscing about their favorite and least favorite gym class activities. Controversial opinions about the Presidential Fitness Challenge, “The Mile”, and of course Square Dancing lie ahead. Be sure to hit the locker rooms to change before enjoying this show!

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Podcast The Ride - foreverdogpodcasts.com — Neil's favorite theme park podcast
Accidental Tech Podcast - atp.fm — Neil's favorite tech podcast
Dunc'd On - nateduncannba.com — Neil's favorite NBA podcast
How I Built This - npr.org — Bryan's favorite entrepreneur podcast
WTF with Marc Maron - wtfpod.com — Bryan's favorite interview/comedy podcast
Decoder Ring - slate.com
Tumbleweed Compost Aerator - homedepot.com
Meow Wolf - meowwolf.com

16: Grocery Store Aisles Jul 05, 2021

The grocery store is a magical place where anything can happen and dreams come true! Almost everything from the world of food and much, much more can be found inside a supermarket. Every aisle has its own character, vibe and story to tell. On today’s program we break down all of the different areas that a grocer has to offer as we take calls from our listeners. Also recommendations, a grocery store game, wall AC units and more!

Next episode: What was your favorite and least favorite activity in gym class? Call us and leave a voicemail: 612-424-0036

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15: Live Music Jun 21, 2021

Live music is one of the very best things in life. In fact, it’s our favorite part about being in a band! Everyone has a first concert or show and sometimes that experience can shape your musical tastes forever! On this episode of Banter Buddies we hear about our listeners earliest memories of seeing music preformed live. Also recommendations, and everyone’s favorite game: Bryan or Neil!

Next episode: What is your favorite aisle in the grocery store and why? Call us and leave a voicemail: 612-424-0036

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14: Sandwiches Jun 07, 2021

Much like pizza, a sandwich can be anything. The only limit is your imagination. This handheld, ingredient stack has been a mealtime staple forever and ever. On this episode of Banter Buddies we put our callers to the test and hear about their sandwich inventions. Also our latest recommendations, a sandwich quiz and more!

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13: Collections May 24, 2021

Having a collection is fun! It allows one to grow their connection with something while adding knowledge and understanding. It’s also just fun to get stuff! Neil collects vintage Disney shirts. Bryan collects….friends! On this episode of Banter Buddies we listen to voicemail about what our listeners collect! Get ready for some strange things that you did not know could be a collection! Also recommendations from the band and a game of “Name That Tune.”

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Follow @HappyPlaceEmporium - instagram.com — Neil's Disney shirt Instagram page
The Herbivorous Butcher - theherbivorousbutcher.com
Herbie Butcher's Fried Chicken - herbiebutchersfriedchicken.com
WNBA League Pass - wnba.com — The best value in professional sports! $17 for the whole season!

12: Theme Parks May 10, 2021

Some of the most fun available to a person in life is found at theme parks! At their best, these places transport guests to another world, immersing them in the signs, smells and sounds of this suddenly real place. At their worst, theme parks at least have fun rides! On this episode of Banter Buddies we listen to our callers describe the regional theme parks in their areas and learn what each location does best. There is no heigh requirement for this podcast!

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Class Action Park - classactionpark.com — The Action Park documentary now available on HBO Max
How the Music From Disney's Star Wars: Galaxy's Edge Goes Beyond the Cantina on 'Playlist #1' Album: Exclusive - billboard.com
barrière | Safety and Style For Your New Normal - mybarriere.com

11: Mailbag Apr 19, 2021

Once again we step away from the themed shows and instead listen to voicemail questions for your hosts: Bryan and Neil! What were our first jobs? What would our tag team wrestling moves be? Is Bryan a contestant on The Masked Singer? All this and much much more in this episode of Banter Buddies.

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10: Celebrity Encounters Apr 05, 2021

Celebrities! They’re just like us, except more famous! It’s very fun and exciting to see a celebrity in the wild. These encounters make for good stories and the Koo Koo voicemail is chock full of them! Also Bryan and Neil tell their personal experiences meeting celebrities, expert recommendations, a game and more!

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9: Mythical Creatures Mar 22, 2021

Some animals are too cool to be real. Call them mythical, legendary, or fictional. No matter how you classify these beasts they are totally rad and fun to think about! This episode features callers revealing their favorite mythical creatures. From the Kraken to the New Jersey Devil we talk about them all. Also, recommendations, Bryan quizzes Neil, details about our new album and more!

8: Pranks Mar 08, 2021

Everyone loves a good prank! Unless you’re the one being pranked. Then you probably don’t love it. Bryan and Neil talk about their embarrassingly-tame personal history with practical jokes and listen to the Koo Koo Voicemail where listeners tell us their favorite pranks. Also, our favorite mobile games, a new game and more!

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Phone Losers of America - wikipedia.com
I Have A Free Game For You - theoatmeal.com
Kitty Letter - apps.apple.com — Download for iOS
Kitty Letter - play.google.com — Download for Android
Really Bad Chess - reallybadchess.com
Really Bad Chess - apps.apple.com — Download for iOS
Really Bad Chess - play.google.com — Download for Android

7: Grade School Feb 22, 2021

To be young! Elementary school is a magical time where many rad things can happen. We’ll reminisce about our favorite grade school memories like Neil biting through his tongue and Bryan getting peed on! We’ll hear from our wonderful callers on the topic as well. Also recommendations, a round of “What’s That Sound?”, and the latest info on Awesome Rainbows International!

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6: Gifts Feb 08, 2021

Everyone loves gifts! They’re fun to give, and fun to receive. Today’s show is about looking back and remembering the most unique gifts we’ve ever been given! Our voicemail box is full of callers telling us all about their favorites as well! Also some kitchen recommendations, a game of “would you rather”, and the latest Koo Koo news.

5: Mailbag Jan 25, 2021

Welcome to a very special mailbag edition of Banter Buddies! Instead of listening to your responses to a given topic, we’re answering fan questions about anything and everything. Which action figures did we collect? What are our pet peeves? And would we rather go into the future or back in time? The answers to these and many more inquiries reside in this show!

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4: Holidays Jan 11, 2021

Everybody loves holidays! They give us a reason to celebrate, create traditions and hang with family. On this episode of Banter Buddies we hear from our listeners about their ideas for brand new holidays! Also our recommendations for stuff to watch, a game of “Bryan or Neil” and the latest Koo news.

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3: Dogs Dec 28, 2020

The companionship, loyalty, energy and cute factor of dogs is unrivaled in the pet world. Today’s show is all about what makes our favorite hounds so dang great. One of your hosts is a dog dude through and through, the other is….less enthusiastic. Also we’ll recommend some cool stuff, play “would you rather”, and more!

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2: Board Games Dec 14, 2020

Board games, table top games, card games, its all the same to us! We love games of all sorts and this episode features voicemail about some lesser known titles. Also recommendations from us, a rousing game of “name that tune” and updates from the band.

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1: Pizza Nov 30, 2020

Banter Buddies has been rebooted! Every episode we will check the Koo Koo Voicemail and listen to messages from fans. This episode is all about pizza of course! The second half of the show features recommendations from us, a game called “Bryan or Neil?, and the latest news from the world of Koo.

Koo Koo Voicemail: 612-424-0036

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Mucci's Italian — Neil's fav local pizza spot
Pizza Luce — Bryan's fav local pizza spot
Earth to Ned | Disney+ Originals
Penelope | Lazerbeak
Koo Koo Kanga Roo - Glitter (Dance-A-Long) - YouTube
Glitter Book | Koo Koo Kanga Roo Merchandise

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