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Raj & Howard: Can the Bromance Survive?

Aug 3, 2026 · 35m

Summary

Kunal Nayyar joins the Big Bang Theory podcast to discuss Season 4, highlighting Raj’s bromance with Howard, his crush on Bernadette, and his hookup with Penny. They review iconic moments like the Batman and Aquaman costumes, the wrestling scene, and the controversial finale. Nayyar also shares insights on his return for the spinoff, his post-BBT career, and plays a "Raj or Howard" game.

Topics discussed

Introduction and the impact of Mayim Bialik and Melissa Rauch Raj and Howard's innocent bromance and male friendship The Boyfriend Complexity: Raj's first kiss with Bernadette Batman vs. Robin: Wrestling in superhero costumes The mystery of Howard's alien pin Raj's wardrobe staples and the Aquaman costume struggles Halloween costumes and Raj's unrequited love for Bernadette The Season 4 finale: Raj and Penny's night together Returning for the spinoff and life after Big Bang Theory Game: Raj or Howard? and Raj's favorite TV shows The kissing machine, props, and science consultant stories
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