This is why we are friends…

This is why we are friends…

By: Chris Kowalski and Connie Hansen

Language: en-us

Categories: Society, Culture, Personal, Journals

Welcome to This is why we are friends, the show hosted by two friends who probably should not be given a microphone --but here we are. Expect unfiltered conversations, ridiculous stories, useful advice and chaotic conversation that makes you think…Yep that is why they are friends!

Episodes

Episode 12: Glitter Sneezes & Confetti Burps
Dec 13, 2025

Get ready for nonstop laughs in this upbeat episode as we hit each other with rapid-fire Would You Rather questions! From the wonderfully weird to the delightfully impossible, nothing is off-limits. Would you rather sneeze glitter or burp confetti? We debate it all as we learn way too much about each other’s instincts, priorities, and questionable logic.

Grab a snack, settle in, and prepare for a sparkling good time—this episode is pure, playful chaos from start to finish!


Duration: 00:29:58
“Your Ideal Day: If You Could Do Anything…”
Dec 06, 2025

In this feel-good episode, we dive into your: your ideal day. Imagine waking up with zero obligations, unlimited vibes, and the freedom to design every minute exactly the way you want it.

Would you start with coffee and checking your cell phone, or a spontaneous flight/transport to somewhere warm and dreamy? Maybe your ideal day includes your closest friends, your partner, your dog… or maybe just you, your thoughts, and a really good mani/pedi.

Join us as we explore what makes a perfect day—where you’d go, what you’d do, and who you’...

Duration: 00:29:15
Episode 10: “Gobbler Face: A Thanksgiving Free-for-All”
Nov 22, 2025

Get ready to loosen that belt a notch—your favorite duo is diving headfirst into the glorious, chaotic, gravy-soaked world of Thanksgiving! In this episode, we will tackle the big questions of the season: What really is cranberry sauce (and why does it come out of the can like that)? Which Thanksgiving foods deserve a standing ovation—and which ones should be exiled from the table forever?

Pull up a chair, grab a plate, and get ready for laughs, nostalgia, and a whole lot of food talk. This is your official invitation to the warm, hilarious chaos that...

Duration: 00:29:39
Episode 9: Plot Twist 101: Classes We Never Saw Coming
Nov 15, 2025

Ever sign up for a class thinking, “Ugh, this is gonna be rough,” only to end up absolutely obsessed? In this episode, we dive into the unexpectedly awesome courses that surprised us—in the best way. From major classes that became life-changing favorites to subjects we thought we’d snooze through, we’re spilling all the academic glow-ups.

We’re also sharing the “wish-I-knew-this-before-college” wisdom we’ve gathered along the way: the stuff no one tells you at orientation. Think of it as advice from your future self… but funnier and  slightly more chaotic.

Join us for a lighthearted...

Duration: 00:28:46
Episode 8 - Campus Chaos: Road Trips, Snowbanks & Puppet Shows Gone Wrong
Nov 08, 2025

Grab your dorm key and your sense of humor—because this week on This is why we are friends, we’re diving headfirst into the most ridiculous, unforgettable, and questionably responsible moments of college life.

We rewind the clock back to our college days.  Join us as we share why we chose our alma mater and dive into the class that changed how we saw the world (or at least got us out of bed before 9 a.m.). You’ll hear stories of roommates, fashion trends, wild road trips, snowbanks jumping, lab rats, and a surprise puppet theater...

Duration: 00:29:32
Episode 7: Sweet, Spooky & Slightly Sticky: Our Halloween Special!
Nov 01, 2025

Grab your candy buckets and tune in for a frightfully fun Halloween episode! This week, we’re diving fang-first into all things October 31st — from our favorite (and least favorite) candies to the best and worst costumes we’ve ever worn… no judgment.

We’ll swap stories about trick-or-treating traditions — from candy hauls to spooky neighborhood legends — and settle a seriously important debate: Is Halloween a holiday or just an event? 

Expect laughs, and maybe a ghost story or two. Whether you’re a pumpkin-carving pro or just here for the mini Nestle bar, this episode is packed...

Duration: 00:29:34
Episode 6: Kids (Part 2)
Oct 25, 2025

Turns out, the kids are teaching us just as much as we’re teaching them. We unpack the wisdom passed down from our parents, and the surprising lessons we’ve picked up from our own little chaos creators.

Duration: 00:29:07
Episode 5: Kids (Part 1) – A “Starspastic” Episode
Oct 21, 2025

Parenting: the ultimate boss level. From hilarious mishaps to poop talk (yep, we went there), we’re sharing real-life stories and lessons that prove raising tiny humans is no joke—but it sure is entertaining.

Duration: 00:30:00
Episode 4: Music, Music, Music (Part 2)
Oct 21, 2025

Cue the montage music! We're diving deep into the soundtrack of our lives—how music shaped our identities, got us through high school and college, made us dance like nobody was watching (thankfully). Headphones on, emotions up.


Duration: 00:29:18
Episode 3: Music, Music, Music (Part 1)
Oct 21, 2025

Warning: opinions will be thrown like drumsticks at a rock concert. We argue (lovingly) about favorite music genres, artists, and the best decade in music history. Spoiler: this convo got so intense, we had to split it in two!

Duration: 00:28:16
Episode 2: Super Powers / Super Heroes
Oct 21, 2025

 If you could have one superpower, what would it be—and how quickly would you misuse it? We dive into our Marvel movie obsessions, dream powers, and the eternal question: flight or invisibility?

Duration: 00:29:14
Episode 1: Scar Wars / Star Wars
Oct 21, 2025

A long time ago, in a galaxy not so far away... we got obsessed with Star Wars. Join us for a casual (and slightly chaotic) chat about lightsabers, lifelong fandom, and how this epic saga has scarred—er, shaped—us over the years.

Duration: 00:28:59