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Why We Are Friends

We Are Friends Podcast

Since they became best friends in fifth grade they"ve stayed connected through a unique sense of humor heavily fueled by Dr. Katz, David Letterman, SNL, O.J. Simpson jokes, Norm MacDonald and The State and what sneakers are thinking. Since their band didn"t take off in high school, they got married and had kids, and work day jobs to pay the bills they figured it was time to join everyone else and start a podcast. Why We Are Friends is a nostalgia podcast that captures hilarious memories of their

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01:57:22

Epi 65 - American Lover Joe Pesce aka Joe Parciasepe

Why We Are Friends ·

2024/07/31

The American Lover Joe Pesce aka Joe Parciasepe visits Rich, Lux and Kevin in the studio to talk about flowers, Harry Styles, Topanga from Boy Meets World, Garbage Pail Kids, Ducktales/Darkwing Duck, Alvin and the Chipmunks sequel names, breakups with Dashboard Confessional, Transformers, best movie tank tops, Payne Road, early Bethel lacrosse, the Class of 2001, sort of getting into UConn, arcades, the Black Crowes, short shorts, men’s softball leagues, the tree lighting, sunglasses, his love for

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01:51:07

Epi 64 - Kat Scratch Fever (Katherine Ryan)

Why We Are Friends ·

2024/07/23

Kat Ryan drops by to chat with Rich, Lux and Kevin to discuss growing up in Bethel with her chick clique, getting in trouble with the cops, wearing a seatbelt in the back of cars, EA Sports College Football 25, leaving a fake Prada bag at the club, high school computer class, dating older boys, UConn, AOL instant messenger, buying CDs, traveling nurses, Bob's Stores, Botox over hiking, getting engaged, boob tape, and the studio lights.--- Support this podcast:

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02:12:10

Epi 63 - Joe Doorly Can Built It

Why We Are Friends ·

2024/07/10

Guest co-host Jay Smith fills in as Rich visits France and Coach Lux gets the night off to sit down with Joe Doorly. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/whywearefriends/support

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00:31:14

Epi 62 - Pizza Hut Trip

Why We Are Friends ·

2024/07/05

Shane drives Kev and Lux to the closest Pizza Hut located in Newburgh, NY.Thanks to Pizza Hut for having us. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/whywearefriends/support

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01:35:50

Epi 61 - Gettin’ Vitti with It

Why We Are Friends ·

2024/07/01

Nick Vitti Jr. visits the boys in studio to talk about Pretty Woman, safaris, growing up on Kristy Drive, Livestrong, falling in and out of love with soccer, his first kiss, his MTM consecutive streak, a VHS tape found adjacent to the hood, having a few good friends, streets in Bethel, and trouble removing tattoos. Thanks to Famous for the Barnum Special and Thomas Hooker Brewery for the CBD infused seltzers. --- Support this podcast:

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01:30:44

Epi 60 - Sparkin the Arts with Erin Shelton Volpintesta

Why We Are Friends ·

2024/06/12

Erin Shelton Volpintesta joins Kev and Coach Lux in the studio to talk about growing up in the outskirts of Los Angeles, studying jazz, being friends with Sean William Scott, bringing theater to Bethel and USC football. Thanks to Famous Pizza of Bethel for the Barnum Square and Thomas Hooker Brewery for the CBD infused seltzers. Check out Half Dozen Tees for fresh gear.--- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/whywearefriends/support

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02:04:07

Epi 59 - Back To The Neighborhood with John Ricci

Why We Are Friends ·

2024/06/06

The boys talk about hot dogs and paying for gas with cash then welcome Johnny Biggs Ricci to talk about his wild adventures with friends, pleasant diarrhea, fights, egg wars, bleacher seats at Yankee Stadium, lighting stuff on fire, his success in the restaurant business, and how grateful he is for growing up in Bethel. Thanks to Famous Pizza for the apps and Thomas Hooker Brewery for the CBD-infused seltzers. #NostalgiaPodcasts--- Support this podcast:

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01:56:25

Epi 58 - Chef Jerry "Victor" Aravena

Why We Are Friends ·

2024/05/31

Class of 2001's Jerry "Victor" Aravena joins the Kev and Coach Lux in the studio with special guest host DJ Bullock. Topics include water filters, texting etiquette, becoming a chef, Jerry's house parties, body hair removal, bad tattoos, Disney cruises, cooking for Cousin Joe, his Camaro "Chubby," fire pit conversations, sisters and their boyfriends, the mirror in his basement, football stories and coming back to Bethel.Thanks to Famous Pizza of Bethel for the pizza and Thomas Hooker Brewery for

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02:06:14

Epi 57 - It's All About the Detective Benjamin

Why We Are Friends ·

2024/05/23

Detective Benjamin joins the boys in the studio to chat about growing up in Bethel, knocking down mailboxes, reluctantly joining the Navy, driving through the desert in Afghanistan, quicksand, DuckTales, and catching bad guys.Thanks to Famous Pizza of Bethel for the Godfather pizza. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/whywearefriends/support

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01:56:50

Epi 56 - Spitting Angell Fire with Heather Angell

Why We Are Friends ·

2024/05/17

Heather Angell with two Ls joins the boys in studio this week to talk about growing up in Bethel, her dad's love for her, the Giants, softball and dating Pat Benatar, Pippas vs. TKs, prison stories, an encounter with Major League Baseball's Matt Barnes and Yankees Derek Jeter and Bernie Williams, prison stories and how she's hitting every open mic in the area for therapy. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/whywearefriends/support

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02:17:59

Epi 55 - Queens Over Bethel with Pegs (Kev’s Mom)

Why We Are Friends ·

2024/05/09

Kev's mom, Pegs, joins the boys in studio for the Why We Are Friends' Mother's Day Special to talk about growing up in Queens with two older sisters and Uncle Billy, her many friendships throughout the years, touching Keith Urban, coming home to a house of teenagers as a mom, who Kevin was not named after, and the importance of checking every orifice during May - Melanoma Awareness. Fudge cancer. RIP Steve Albini. Thanks to Famous Pizza of Bethel for the chix parm, mozz sticks and Sicilian pizza

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01:48:03

Epi 54 - Landing the Plane with First Selectman Dan...

Why We Are Friends ·

2024/05/01

Bethel's First Selectman Dan Carter talks to the boys about growing up in Ohio, flying jets like Tom Cruise, his love for Bethel's eateries, leftovers, dressing up like Santa, Taco Bell, and the fun he's having running the town. Thanks to Famous Pizza for the grinders. This episode is sponsored by Happi seltzers. Visit Half Dozen Tees for fresh gear! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/whywearefriends/support

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01:57:09

Epi 53 - Ballin' Out with Cori Ball

Why We Are Friends ·

2024/04/26

Cori Ball calls in from Florida to talk to the boys about EVERYTHING - after school partying, boyfriends, Dr. Dre, low points, high points and everything in between. Thanks to Famous for the Barnum Special and the mozz sticks. Follow us on Instagram, Facebook and TikTok. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/whywearefriends/support

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01:01:32

Epi 52 - Spring Break with the Kids

Why We Are Friends ·

2024/04/21

For spring break Kev sits down with little dudes - Henry and Raider then talks to Keeks and Quinn about their long-distance best friendship. Topics include Famous Pizza, birthday parties, Taylor Swift drafts, the Adam's Family, TikTok, slime and how they feel about their parents. Thanks to Famous for the pizza, grinder and pasta! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/whywearefriends/support

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02:17:14

Epi 51 - Aloha Means Goodbye with Robin Peringer

Why We Are Friends ·

2024/04/12

The Class of 99's Robin Peringer visits the studio with Kevin and Coach Lux then eventually Rich to talk diner toast, birthdays, the death of OJ Simpson, lice checks, scoliosis tests in middle schools, Nashville, roller skating, school dances, sneaking out of the house, fundraising with popcorn, wrestling and pizza with pineapple on it.Thanks to Famous Pizza for the Aloha pizza. Check out Half Dozen Tees for merch! --- Support this podcast:

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01:46:35

Epi 50 - Movin' and Dancin' with Gennifer Herrmann

Why We Are Friends ·

2024/04/04

Gennifer comes barreling into the studio full with Kev, Rich and Coach Lux to talk about moving all around Bethel, middle school dances, first kisses, putting on pants, boyfriends, raves, haircuts and an epic tryout. Thanks to Famous Pizza in Bethel for the Barnum Square. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/whywearefriends/support

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01:48:04

Epi 49 - Burying It with Popper and Ryan

Why We Are Friends ·

2024/03/27

Popper and Ryan Olszewski join Kevin, Lux, and The Furnace to discuss limo rides to McDonald's, wobbles, Pizza Hut, Necessary Roughness, Denny's, favorite sides, picnic burgers, the origin of Popper's name, stair sledding, Popper's prank characters, a rematch vs. the Joel Barlow 1999/2000 and burying it.Thanks to Famous Pizza for the BBQ pizza. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/whywearefriends/support

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02:24:45

Epi 48 - Timmy Lux and the Adventures with Wallabee...

Why We Are Friends ·

2024/03/20

Timmy Lux comes strolling into the lab with a big gulp to talk about The Office, I-84, Taylor Swift's Eras Tour, coffee, growing up with brothers, friends, how to pronounce his last name, his and his friend’s dating history, coin flips, his epic fall at the Carrier Dome and his times slinging Wallaby Darneds at Outback. Thanks to Famous for the Barnum Special Sicilian. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/whywearefriends/support

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01:20:10

Epi 47 - Lance Smith from Hotlanta

Why We Are Friends ·

2024/03/14

Lance Smith calls in from Atlanta to talk about growing up in Bethel, stealing jolly ranchers, Mrs. Ford, crafting beats, phlebotomy, and belly buttons. Thanks to Famous for the Barnum Special pizza. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/whywearefriends/support

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01:29:54

Epi 46 - Lefty Pitching Sensation Sean Fesh

Why We Are Friends ·

2024/03/08

Bethel's lefty pitching sensation Sean Fesh joins Kev and Lux in the studio as Rich calls in from Florida. Sean talks about growing up in Bethel, being recruited by Major League Baseball (MLB), stories from the minors, almost making it to the big league, and his favorite thing about Bethel.Thanks to Famous Pizza for the pie! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/whywearefriends/support

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