Dorm Disorder
Step back into the unforgettable world of boarding school life in Philadelphia during the electric 80s and bold 90s. Join two friends as they share firsthand accounts of mischievous pranks, late-night escapades, and the unique culture that defined their youth. From laugh-out-loud moments to the unexpected challenges of adolescence, this podcast is a nostalgic ride through an era of rebellion and discovery. While humor takes center stage, we don’t shy away from the uncomfortable truths woven into our experiences. Every story is real—told only by those who lived it. Buckle up for a journey that’s equal parts outrageous, heartfelt, and unapologetically true.
Episodes
Jul 30, 2025
Jul 30, 2025
42 min
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.
Jul 23, 2025
Jul 23, 2025
1 hr 6 min
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.
Jul 16, 2025
Jul 16, 2025
1 hr 15 min
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.