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Banana Boys is a podcast where three Canadian Tamils talk about growing up in the Tamil culture and how it shaped them. Listen, this is first and foremost a comedy show where we share and laugh at our pain. We hope you do as well.

Gajan, Nisant, and Viknesh

  • Jan 15, 2021 LATEST EPISODE
  • monthly NEW EPISODES
  • 42m AVG DURATION
  • 27 EPISODES


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Tamil Rewatchables: VIP

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 15, 2021 71:39


The Banana Boys are back with another rewatcable and it is Dhanush's very own, VIP. In this episode, we dive deep into the film to talk about the stand out scenes, why this is a classic, our favourite songs and more! Be sure to share your thoughts with us on social with #BananaBoys. Enjoy!

Catching Up with the Boys

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 2, 2021 38:12


Recorded in late 2020, the Banana Boys catch you up on where we've been and what we've been up to. An easy listening experience for all those that were asking, when the hell is the next episode dropping?! Well, it took us a bit longer than expected but we're back and just excited to be here. Enjoy!

Tamil Rewatchables: BAASHHA

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 25, 2020 57:40


New to season three of the Banana Boys is Tamil Rewatchables, a series where we go back and watch some of the most iconic Tamil movies of our youth. Inspired by The Rewatchables podcast from The Ringer network, we look to bring a fruitful conversation about some blockbuster Tamil movies that we believe to be a clear rewatchable, if it's playing in the background, you're gonna tune in! We had to start BIG with the first one and we chose the ICONIC Tamil gangster flick, BAASHHA! Enjoy.

Season Three Teaser!

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 24, 2020 2:15


The Banana Boys are BACK for season three of their hit podcast that is dedicated to all things Tamil. After months of teasing, the Boys are back from the depths of hell to share some funny, fruitful, and even flaccid, conversations around growing up Tamil. We have a TON of surprises in store for you this season so be sure to subscribe and share! Our first epsiode drops tomorrow.

Marriage Advice!

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 16, 2020 47:35


In our season finale of Banana Boys, Viknesh takes over the hosting duties as we discuss marriage. And specifically, marriage in Tamil culture. Gajan explains why after 13 years in a relationship, 5.5 of which while married, he's a veteran of "kalyanamcronology". Viknesh tries not to get divorced before he gets married. And Nisant changes his name to a song. You don't want to miss this! Stay tuned.

A Very TAMIL Christmas

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 23, 2019 36:45


It's our CHRISTMAS SPECIAL of Banana Boys where we take some time to look back at what Christmas was like in our Tamil households. Turns out some of us didn't always get a lump of coal. The fun continues as we talk about what we enjoy, and may not enjoy, during this festive season now that we're older. From our homes to yours... Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year!

Banana Boys Anniversary Special!

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 21, 2019 39:59


It's here! The one year anniversary of Banana Boys. Let's be honest, we didn't think we'd make it here when we started, but low and behold... we are not only here, but stronger than ever thanks to our passionate community! In this very special episode, we go down memory lane and look back at our journey to where we're at now. And yes, this could be our funniest episode yet! Enjoy.

Tamil Music Video Reactions!

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 3, 2019 46:00


In this very special episode of the Banana Boys, we try something new. We dive into the catalog and watch three Tamil music videos from our childhood and react to them with 2019 lens. Do these videos stand the test of time? How would we rank them? And does Nisant have a moral compass? Listen and find out!

Tamils Go BACK To School!

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 13, 2019 42:02


After a three-week hiatus, the Banana Boys are BACK! And in this September episode, we talk about what it was like to go back to school as Tamils! Shopping for school supplies, the hopes of our parents, and the woes of our school year. You don't want to miss this!

Gajan Does Standup

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 25, 2019 13:53


In this very special episode, we bring you the comedy stylings of Gajan Balan. The audio you're about to hear is from his first ever standup, comedy performance. Will it be his last? You'll have to listen and find out for yourself. Enjoy!

Tamils At The Beach

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 2, 2019 38:37


It's officially summer time and the Banana Boys go back to the beach. What was it like growing up and looking forward to that annual family trip to beautiful sands and clear waters? We can't tell you, because that wasn't the type of beach we went to. Oh, and do any of the Boys know how to swim? Let's find out.

Talking Tamil Creators with Sunthar V

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 4, 2019 82:28


In this very special episode of the Banana Boys, we are joined by local comedian and equal rights advocate, Sunthar V. We get to talking about being a Tamil content creator and what that even means. We also look at both sides of the influencer relationship and through the comedy, try to bring some healthy discussion to the topic. Trust us, you DON'T want to miss this episode. Enjoy!

Iceland Roadtrip: The Banana Boys Therapy Session

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 13, 2019 67:32


Yes, we've been gone for some time but we're back now! The Banana Boys have returned after spending a week in Iceland. Has this trip brought us closer together? Or did we just realize that we hate travelling with each other? And importantly, did we have to call dibs for the washroom?! All will be discussed in this very honest episode of Banana Boys.

Travelling With Tamils - Weekend Trip

Play Episode Listen Later May 3, 2019 30:50


The Banana Boys are back and DAMN do we have some stories to share. Well, this is gonna sound more like therapy. After a short trip to New York, the Bananas are here to talk about what it's like to travel with your friends. Whether it's a boys trip or girls trip, there's plenty to relate to on this show. OH! And this episode is definitely NSFW! Enjoy.

Tamils Dating Then and Now

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 18, 2019 50:32


In this episode of the Banana Boys, we talk about the dating scene. Specifically, share those embarrasing stories of us trying to woo our better halves. What was your first dates like? When did we tell our parents? And especially, how did they react?! Find out all that and more in this very special episode. Enjoy!

Season Two?!

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 3, 2019 37:00


In a suprise twist of events, the Banana Boys have an important announcment about the future of the show. Will this be the last time the Boys record together? Will Nisant ever find true love? You'll have to listen to find out!

Rules of Engagement

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 6, 2019 55:43


In this SPECIAL episode of the Banana Boys, we are joined by Mathusha of Dash The Curry, one of the premiere podcasts on the internet right now. Together, we spend the better part of an hour talking about some Tamil wedding traditions. Why do we do certain things? Can we change for the better? And will Viknesh be alive to see his wedding day after what he says on this show? You'll have to listen to and find out for yourself. Enjoy!

EP.10: Love Marriage vs Arranged Marriage

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 13, 2019 32:00


In our Valentine's Day Special, the Banana Boys discuss the pros and cons of both a love marriage AND an arranged marriage. I mean, we can expand on that in the description but you're just going to have to listen to the show for yourself to hear what happens. From our hearts to yours... Enjoy!

Episode 09: Ya Might Be Tamil!

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 30, 2019 23:01


In this episode of Banana Boys, we talk about Tamil Heritage month and what that means to our culture. The Banana Boys then talk about the preservation of that culture. Do Tamils have to marry Tamils to keep our culture strong? And Gajan tries to not swear as much moving forward. Let's see how that goes. Enjoy!

Episode 08: Sibling Rivalry

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 16, 2019 61:10


The Banana Boys air out ALL the dirty laundry in this episode. Some might say it's the funniest epsidoe yet. This week, we talk about all the sibling-related issues that we endured growing up. No punches were pulled in the making of this episode. Or knees. Yes, that's an inside joke that you'll defintiely want to hear about on this show. Make sure to follow @TheRiskyFox for even more great content. Also, if you enjoyed the show... LEAVE A REVIEW! It definitely helps us and allows others to find the show easier. Now, with that out of the way, enjoy!

Episode 07: Who The FOOK Are The Banana Boys?!

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 3, 2019 43:17


Happy New Year Banana Band! We are back after some time off for the holidays and are excited to bring you ANOTHER episode of the Banana Boys! In this epsiode, we ring in the new year and go on a tangent about New Years resolutions. And then we jump into our topic of the week, who the fuck are the Banana Boys? We answer questions and hopefully provide some laughs along the way. The episode ends on a surprise from Gajan. You won't want to miss this! Enjoy.

Episode 06: Shrivelled Balloons?

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 5, 2018 43:50


In this episode, the Banana Boys discuss body size. It's something that is always a topic of conversation amongst Tamil uncles and aunties. When did you first think about it? How did you handle the situation? And how do we move forward? Oh, and like any episode, we share some of our most embarrasing stores. Make sure to follow us at http://www.instagram.com/TheRiskyFox and share this show with your friends. Enjoy!

Episode 05: Oh My! You've Blackened!

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 22, 2018 30:02


In this episode, the Banana Boys discuss the age-old topic of skin colour. It has been rooted in Tamil culture for generations, and does not show any signs of slowing down. When did you experience it? How do you deal with it? And what would we do about it?

Episode 04: Deepavali Mass Release!

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 7, 2018 37:38


The boys re-unite to talk about the ancient tradition of Deepavali (not to be confused with Diwali). They share their early memories, the trials and tribulations, and even get a little political at the end. Uh oh... This can't be good. Well, it was nice knowing you all!

Episode 03: Weapons of Ass Destruction

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 24, 2018 37:11


In our third episode of Banana Boys, the crew discuss the wrath of a mother scorned. And if that wasn't enough, they dive deep into Amma's arsenal of weapons. Listen, some of you might just flinch listening to our show but we had to do it! Make sure to share our podcast with your friends and leave a review if you enjoyed the show!

Episode 02: Tamil Dancefloor for Dummies

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 4, 2018 38:28


Banana Boys is a podcast where three Canadian Tamils talk about growing up in the Tamil culture and how it shaped them. Listen, this is first and foremost a comedy show where we share and laugh at our pain. We hope you do as well.

Episode 01: What's A Tamil?

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 12, 2018 47:40


Banana Boys is a podcast where three Canadian Tamils talk about growing up in the Tamil culture and how it shaped them. Listen, this is first and foremost a comedy show where we share and laugh at our pain. We hope you do as well.In our inaugaral episode of Banana Boys, we introduce the show and get straight to it: what's a tamil? What are some stereotypes? How do we introduce ourselves? And more! We ain't calling ourselves experts either. But we sure have opinions! Enjoy.

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