# They Call Us BTS: The Return

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Podcast: [They Call Us Bruce](https://stenobird.com/podcast/they-call-us-bruce-894635)
Published: 2026-05-16T07:00:00+00:00
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## Resource

Jeff and Phil welcome back friend and filmmaker Bao Nguyen , director of the Netflix documentary BTS: The Return , which follows global pop supergroup BTS -- Jin, Suga, J-Hope, RM, Jimin, V, and Jung Kook -- as they reunite and record their highly anticipated comeback album Arirang . Bao talks about riding shotgun and spending the summer with the biggest band in the world; getting an intimate glimpse into the group's camaraderie, artistry, and unique dedication to their massive fanbase; and what it means for BTS to represent their nation and culture at this pivotal moment in their career. Also: The Good, The Bad, and The WTF of making BTS: The Return .

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