Stanning BTS
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Two ARMY best friends Kayla & Bethany discuss anything & everything having to do with the global pop sensation BTS. Listen along for album reviews, concert content, and so much more!
Episodes
- 285 - ARIRANG Concert Experience
The ARIRANG World Tour is well on its way, and Kayla and Bethany got the VIP experience at the 7th show of the tour in Tampa for Night 2. In this episode, they share their entire experience: from arriving at the airport and seeing it decor…
- 284 - ARIRANG Music Videos: Swim, 2.0, Hooligan
In this episode, we dive deep into BTS’s stunning visuals and storytelling across Swim , 2.0 , and Hooligan . From the dreamy, nautical world of Swim —filmed off the coast of Lisbon and starring Lili Reinhart—to the emotionally charged con…
- 283 - ARIRANG Album Review pt. 2
This week on Stanning BTS , Kayla and Bethany return to finish their analysis of BTS’s newest album, ARIRANG . Picking up where they left off last week, the episode kicks off with "Merry Go Round" and takes us through to the end with "Into…
- 282 - ARIRANG Album Review pt. 1
BTS are officially back with their album ARIRANG , which means we’re back with another album review! In this week’s episode, Kayla and Bethany dive into and "SWIM" in the lyrics and production of the songs in the first half of the album. B…
- 281 - ARIRANG Promos
Borahae, ARMY! 💜 This week’s episode celebrates the long-awaited release of ARIRANG , and there is so much to unpack. From the iconic album cover—the first time BTS have ever put their faces on an album—to the waves of creative promo cont…
- 280 - ARIRANG Tracklist
THE ARIRANG TRACKLIST IS OUT!!!!! Bethany and Kayla are back already with a brand new emergency episode just to talk with you about it! Throughout the episode, they go through the tracklist song by song, theorizing about the titles and the…
- 279 - Jungkook Charms and Charts
While desperately awaiting more news on BTS’s comeback, Kayla and Bethany are being totally charmed and satiated by Jeon Jungkook. On this week’s episode, they cover his new Calvin Klein campaign and discuss his controversial Weverse live…
- 278 - What Is Your Love Song? Theories
Get ready, ARMY! 💜 In this episode, we dive deep into BTS’s latest promotional rollout for their upcoming album ARIRANG . From the mysterious “What Is Your Love Song?” EP to the curated radio vibes and playlist mixes, we break down everyt…
- 277 - ARIRANG Ticketing and Tour
With tickets for the Arirang World Tour going on sale and selling out in a matter of hours, ARMY has been through a lot of emotions this week! Kayla and Bethany were successful in securing tickets, and in this episode they're sharing their…
- 276 The History of Arirang
In this episode of Stanning BTS, we explore the namesake of the upcoming album, Arirang. We unpack "Arirang," a beloved Korean folk song and unofficial national anthem, and why it feels deeply intertwined with BTS’s identity. From their po…
- 275 Welcome to the Year of BTS!
In this reflective episode, we look back on BTS’s year—celebrating milestones, growth, and the moments that meant the most to ARMY—while also sharing how this past year shaped us as hosts and fans. Then we turn our eyes to the future, maki…
- 274 Stranger Tan
What do you get when you cross the emotional intensity of Stranger Things with the cinematic power of BTS? In this episode, we dive into the Upside Down for a fandom mashup you never knew you needed. First, we reimagine the Stranger Things…
- 273 “Stay focused on what’s between us”
BTS’s rise to global superstardom is inseparable from the unwavering devotion of their fanbase, ARMY, but this powerful bond didn’t happen overnight. In this episode of Stanning BTS , we explore how BTS cultivated such an authentic, lastin…
- 272 Ship Series: HopeKook
In the latest edition of our Ship Series, we're diving into one of BTS’s most heartwarming and high-energy friendships -- the bond between Jung Hoseok and Jeon Jungkook. Known affectionately as the Golden Duo, these two radiate pure love a…
- 271 Fanfic Files: Halloween Edition
It’s spooky season and Stanning BTS is here to haunt your dreams and send chills down your spine with a special Halloween Edition of The Fanfic Files! First, Kayla shares a TaeKook-inspired tale that finds the pair venturing into a mysteri…
- 270 Fashion Week
BTS has not let ARMY take a breath over the past week as they've stepped out wearing some of their most iconic looks of all time and making lasting impressions at fashion weeks around the globe! Join us as we explore how the group's impecc…
- 269 New Concept Theories
The princess crown, the banana peel, breadcrumbs everywhere! What does it all mean? BTS seem to be dropping hints left and right over their upcoming concept, and Kayla and Bethany are HERE for it! This week on Stanning BTS , Kayla and Beth…
- 268 Happy Meal Hunting
Kayla and Bethany are back with a quick-hitting, fun-filled episode of Stanning BTS . This week, your hosts are covering a number of smaller but still exciting stories, including: 🍟 Happy Meal Hunting – Our adventures collecting the BTS n…
- 267 Fanfic Files: The Beach
This week on Stanning BTS , Kayla and Bethany are basking in the glow of new OT7 content! Inspired by a surprise group live from the beach, the hosts are diving into a special fanfic-themed episode. From deciphering potential comeback spoi…
- 266 Ranking All 177 Sensational BTS Solo Songs - A Reaction
This week on Stanning BTS , Kayla and Bethany are ready to bring justice to their favorite solo songs! After Rolling Stone dropped a controversial ranking of all 177 solo tracks from the members, the hosts are diving headfirst into the hea…
- 265 - Ship Series: Yoonjin
This week on Stanning BTS , Kayla and Bethany are back with their second-to-last ship episode ever, dedicated to the eternal roommates: Yoongi and Jin! From their shared love of fishing to their hilarious schemes, the hosts break down the…
- 264 - BTS' Spring 2026 Plans
This week on Stanning BTS , Kayla and Bethany dive into the OT7 Weverse live event and BTS ’s exciting plans for spring 2026 , including a new album and world tour! Listen to the episode now. The episode kicks off with Kayla and Bethany re…
- 263 - #RUNSEOKJIN_EP.TOUR
This week, Kayla and Bethany of Stanning BTS are back with an episode as epic as Jin's powerhouse vocals! They kick things off with a passionate recommendation for the new animated film K-Pop: Demon Hunters , praising its original music, c…
- 262 - SHIRTLESS HOSEOK
This week, Kayla and Bethany of Stanning BTS are back with an episode hotter than J-Hope's latest single! They kick things off by celebrating the much-anticipated return of RM, V, Jimin, and Jungkook from military service, sharing their jo…
- 261 - The Month of BTS
This week, Kayla and Bethany of Stanning BTS dive headfirst into the excitement of BTS Month! Listen now. They kick things off by discussing the breaking news and allegations surrounding Bang Si-Hyuk, before quickly shifting to the much-an…
- 260 - Echo Album Review
This week, Kayla and Bethany of Stanning BTS deliver their much-anticipated full review of Jin's phenomenal new solo album, Echo , which dropped May 16th! After a memorable joint first-listening party (complete with watermelon and spontane…
- 259 - Stop the Rain
This week, as promised, Kayla and Bethany of Stanning BTS are back to discuss the recently-released Tablo and RM track "Stop the Rain," which dropped on May 2nd and features deeply personal, pre-enlistment verses that delve into heavy them…
- 258 - Echo in the Distance
This week, Stanning BTS discusses the upcoming Tablo x RM track "Stop the Rain" (dropping May 2nd!), featuring personal, pre-enlistment verses. They also recap Jin's recent surprise appearances with Coldplay in Seoul, performing "The Astro…
- 256 - Jin's Netflix Debut
Stanning BTS hosts Kayla and Bethany are diving into exciting new content from BTS's Jin this week! While keeping an eye on J-Hope's tour and potential new music, the big news is Jin's return to the screen on Netflix and his newly announce…
- 256 - BTS - Hope on the Stage
Stanning BTS hosts Kayla and Bethany may still be recovering from their whirlwind trip to San Antonio, but they're back on the podcast to relive the unforgettable experience of seeing j-hope ’s "Hope on the Stage" concert. Even battling po…
- 255 - Pretty in the Face
This week on Stanning BTS , Kayla and Bethany are continuing to chat all things j-hope . The multi-hyphenate dance leader recently set ARMY Twitter ablaze with the debut of “Mona Lisa” at his New York show , and the track is now officially…
- 254 - Fanfic Files: J-Hope
On this episode of Stanning BTS, Kayla and Bethany are excited for two upcoming episodes (which will focus on J-Hopes new single and concert), but in the meantime, they hope listeners will enjoy "Fanfic Files: Hobie Edition," featuring J-H…
- 253 - HYBE
This week on Stanning BTS , Kayla and Bethany are turning the lens on HYBE, the company that began as Big Hit Entertainment and has since evolved to become a major player with the entertainment landscape. Over the years, the home of BTS ha…
- 252 - HYYH - Young Forever
After covering the first two installments of BTS ’ seismic Most Beautiful Moment in Life series , it's time for hosts Kayla and Bethany to take on the compilation that brought the beloved era home. In the new episode of Stanning BTS , the…
- 251 - HYYH pt.2 Album Review
Borahae Iconic ARMY! One good turn deserves another. In this week's episode of Stanning BTS, Kayla and Bethany follow up the deep dive to BTS's iconic The Most Beautiful Moment in Life (HYYH) Part 1 album by going right into The Most Beaut…
- 250 - HYYH pt.1 Album Review
Borahae Iconic ARMY! 2025 is a landmark year for BTS, with all members returning from military service. In this 250th episode os Stanning BTS, Kayla and Bethany delve into BTS's iconic "The Most Beautiful Moment in Life (HYYH)" Part 1 albu…
- 249 - Reflection and 2025 Predictions
As the year comes to a close, it's time for Stanning BTS to take a look back at the wild ride that was 2024. Join Kayla and Bethany this week as they reflect on the highs and lows in the BTS fandom, new music, drama, and the big wins that…
- 248 - Running Wild MV
Borahae ICONIC Army! So much is happening. Taehyung is officially massive, V's dog, Yeontan, sadly passed away, and Jin had a birthday on December 4th! (Not to mention Bethany turning 30!) And, what better way to celebrate Jin than by disc…
- 247 - Happy Album Review
Happiness is in the air on this week's episode of Stanning BTS as hosts Kayla and Bethany dig into Jin's new album, Happy , the vocalist's solo debut. Following his discharge from the military this past June, Jin has dropped back into the…
- 246 - I'll Be There
Borahae ICONIC Army! Did you catch the latest layout of Jin of BTS for Vogue Japan? Wow! Stanning BTS ' Kayla and Bethany dish all about it and the dive in Jin's latest release "I'll Be There." So get ready to dig into the background, prom…
- 245 - Hobi’s Home and Jin’s Happy
Step into the sunshine with this week's episode of Stanning BTS , where hosts Kayla and Bethany officially welcome home BTS member j-hope from enlistment. Hobi joins Jin back in civilian life as the latter gears up to begin promoting his n…
- 244 - Our Comeback
Unlike the still-serving BTS members, Kayla and Bethany of Stanning BTS are officially returning from hiatus. After a season marked by personal change — breakups, the birth of a new child, and more — the duo returns to the mic. Listen now.…
- Fan Favorites - 37 - Blessed with Holy Water
In the latest installment of Stanning BTS ’s Fan Favorites releases, Kayla and Bethany take a walk down memory lane by talking through the experience of securing tickets to see BTS live for the first time. Listen now. From the challenges o…
- Fan Favorites- 34 - They Call Me IDOL
For the fourth installment of Stanning BTS ’s Fan Favorites series, Kayla and Bethany revisit a pivotal music video deep dive in the development of this podcast series and BTS, "They Call Me IDOL!" "They call me Artist, they call me IDOL!"…
- Fan Favorites - 19 - LY Tear Album Review
For the third installment of Stanning BTS ’s Fan Favorites, Kayla and Bethany revisit their first album review: BTS ’ Love Yourself: Tear! The album the third Korean-language and sixth overall studio album by the group, but also was also a…
- Fan Favorites: Ep 16: Very Good Camera
For the second installment of Stanning BTS ’s Fan Favorites, Kayla and Bethany revisit their conversation about one of BTS ’ most iconic clapbacks -- 2015's "Intro Performance Trailer" video. Listen to the throwback now. As hosts Kayla and…
- Fan Favorites: Ep. 10 - BTS' 2016 Dance Practice Video
Stanning BTS host Bethany is a new mom (!!), and as such she's currently enjoying maternity leave. ICONICS fear not, though, as we've still got piping-hot BTS content for your enjoyment! This episode takes a look at a fan-favorite memory f…
- Life Update & Fan Favorites
We interrupt our regularly-scheduled Stanning BTS to share a major life update. Bethany is a mom! Kayla and Bethany had hoped to get to review Jimin's new album MUSE , but the universe had other plans. Dive into all the details on the spec…
- 243 - Jimin's "Smeraldo Garden Marching Band"
Kayla and Bethany have barely had time to process RM ’s Right Place, Wrong Person , and yet, here comes another solo BTS drop! On this episode of Stanning BTS , the two break down Jimin ’s new single "Smeraldo Garden Marching Band." Listen…
- 242 - FESTA 2024, Jin's Return & Jung Kook's "Never Let Go"
The BTS world has been absolute buzzing! On this episode of Stanning BTS , hosts Kayla and Bethany recap recent BTS developments like the return of Jin , FESTA 2024, and Jung Kook's new song "Never Let Go." Listen now. The two kick off the…