In Part 2 of our sit-down with senior class president Wardell Ringold, we wrap up with stories that hit harder than a dodgeball to the face. From fights en route to P.E. to the unspoken art of dodging bullies, Wardell breaks down the daily drama of Girard life with raw honesty and a few laughs. We also follow a wide-eyed “Newbie” whose excitement for his first spaghetti dinner turns into a cautionary tale—and not because of the sauce. Plus, Wardell shares what it’s really like attending Girard with a younger brother in tow: the pride, the pressure, and the occasional punchline. It’s a finale packed with grit, warmth, and the kind of stories only GC alumni can tell

Senior class president Wardell Ringold joins the crew to unpack a wild chapter of campus history—how the Hummers became the Cavaliers, and why that shift was more than just a name change. From student-run outreach to Akiba Academy to hip-hop culture echoing through the halls, Wardell breaks down the moments that defined a generation. Whether you were front row for the chaos or just heard the echoes, this episode brings the noise, the nuance, and the nostalgia.

In this follow-up episode, George dives even deeper into the memories that shaped his life full of unforgettable moments with students and staff at Girard College. With his signature humor and boundless charm, George reflects on the lessons, laughter, and lifelong friendships forged over 40 years. Whether it’s tales of classroom chaos or heartwarming milestones, George proves once again that some stories only get better with time.

Retired house parent turned teacher George Karpyn joins the fellas to share hilarious and heartfelt stories from his days at boarding school in Ukraine and his four-decade career at Girard College. From 1974 to 2014, George’s tales span generations—filled with laughter, nostalgia, and the kind of gregarious energy that only he can deliver.

Joining us is Dan’s classmate, Ron Marrero, from the GC Class of ’94. Together, we dust off some classic memories from our Girard days—with laughter, reflections, and brotherhood at the heart of it all. And just when you think it’s all nostalgia, we take a left turn into the latest on that lingering Voldemort case.

In this inaugural episode, hosts Dan Knittel and Mike Noel pull back the curtain on their personal journeys to Girard College. Through stories that trace mom disappearing, family style meals, and issues with clothes, they share how two Philly kids found their way into a life of blazers, bunk beds, and bulletin boards. While the spotlight shines on their early years, the conversation sets the tone for what life was really like inside the walls of one of America’s most unique boarding schools.