Why We Are Friends

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 an...

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.

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.

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....

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!

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.

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!

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 Hal...

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.

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. 

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.

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.

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!

Lux joins the boys in the studio as Brett Oberacker calls in from California to talk about growing up as the youngest of four brothers, the basketball brawl against Brookfield High, Cypress Hill, parties at his pad, youth hoops, and how he prefers cucumbers. Thanks to Famous for the Chicken Bacon Ranch pizza.

The boys welcome the new Bethel High School football coach Nick Tarantino. Nick talks about his smart move not becoming a Raiders fan, his love for football, the Miami Hurricanes, the New York Football Giants, golf, and how his journey led him to coach Bethel football. Thanks to Famous Pizza for the meatballs.

Stephen "Method Man" Pugner joins the boys in the lab to talk about his life leading up to becoming a police officer at the Bethel Police Department, football at Joel Barlow, the Los Angeles Dodgers, Tommy LaSorda, UConn basketball, Jim Calhoun, Danny Hurley and things to know about your local police department. Thanks to Famous Pizza for the grinders!

Local hero, Jack Drake aka The Danbury Weather Man, joins the boyz in the studio to discuss his love for weather, his high school rap group, McDonald's, his love for local businesses, and so much more. Thanks to Famous Pizza for the Buffalo Chicken pizza. Follow us on Instagram, Facebook and TikTok.

Lux joins the boys in the studio to talk about paying bills, raccoons, the mysterious death of Kansas City Chiefs fans, Aerosmith videos, and Jackass. Special guest Susan Epps calls in from Alabama to discuss her English heritage, love for accents, hunting, her dream to wear sweatpants to school, and her experience growing up in Bethel. Thanks to Famous for the Sicilian-style Godfather pizza. Foll...

Rich and Kevin talk to The Ethan, Lou & Large Dave Show on Danbury, CT's I95 radio station and the home of rock & roll. The boys recap epi 12 with the Bachelor's Imwalle and Kevin remembers Mello Yello being pulled from 7-11.

Drew Matteo eats wings with the boys in the studio and talks about growing up on a cul de sac, neighborhood basketball, wrestling, having a hot mom, his amazing 1978 Oldsmobile Big Blue, sledding injuries, his obsession with short hair, and his ability to know everyone’s (girl’s only) birthdays. Thanks to Famous Pizza for the wings!

Local superstar, Genee West, visits the boys to talk about her creation of the ⁠Support Local - Bethel, CT⁠ group during the pandemic to help small businesses stay afloat and thrive, prostate exams, aliens in Miami, Scotland, Roper Romps, and what some savages did to the house she was looking to sell. Thank you Famous Pizza for the wings and grinder! Follow us on Instagram, Facebook, and TikTok. L...

Why We Are Friends hits the road to Kev's basement with guest host B Lux and special guest Rockwell School's principal Trisha Soucy. They discuss growing up and buying toilets in Waterbury, Arby’s Hot Beef and Cheddar, Nerf gun battles, Justin Timberlake, Trolls 3, scamming Taylor Swift fans, her infamous haircut, Rockwell school, Reverie Brewing Company, dating tips, and the process of choosing a...

Nick Neofitidis and Eric Skrzypczak join the Green Grunion and the boys in the studio to close out the year. The two discuss their friendship over youth soccer, challenge Joel Barlow to a 1999 rematch, fantasy football, and avoid ex-girlfriend stories. Nick talks about his film career including his time with MTV News, meeting 50 Cent, Snoop Dogg, and Nelson Mandela, and insurance. Eric discusses h...

Rich and Kevin discuss the new flic "Leave The World Behind," the rise of the Italian NY Giants' QB DeVito then bring in the Mitchell Sisters. The sisters talk about growing up in Bethel in a strict household, an 80s predator/cop program, D.A.R.E, old boyfriends, starting Dana's car with a hammer, concerts, winter trips to Vermont, Rachel being a "Bud Girl," and why Cs...

Rich and Kevin talk about Beyonce and the Scotty Fund then invite Coach Hurricane Bob Owen to the studio. The three talk about principals, wrestling, field trips, his retirement party, and student/parent stories and reminisce about his impact on his students inside and outside the classroom. Thanks to Famous Pizza for the wings!