Andrew and Dustin grew up together and have been friends since 6th or 7th grade. After high school Andrew and Dustin attended film school together where their friendship continued to grow. They are best buds. Dustin is a professional filmmaker with his own production company, Ready Freddy Films. He lives in Chicago with his cat, Derek.

Kyle and Liz have been best friends since college. Liz actually sent Kyle a Facebook friend request before they had been introduced in person and, perhaps against Kyle's better judgement, she accepted. Since becoming friends they have gone on countless adventures, collaborated on artistic projects, and generally ensured the other's continued survival. Kyle is currently finishing a Master's Degree in Special Education at National Louis University. She lives in Mundelein with her husband, Anthony, and their dog, Hamilton.

Rachael and Liz have known each other since they were in a 4th grade play about the creation of humankind. Their mutual participation in middle school band and show choir helped strengthen their friendship, which has continued to grow since then. Rachael and Liz have driven across the country together, traveled abroad together, and seen each other through life's ups and downs for nearly two decades. Rachael and Liz currently share a two-flat that they affectionately refer to as 'best friend's house.' Rachael is currently finishing her Master's of Social Work at Erickson Institute in Chicago. She lives in Berwyn with her dog, Franklin Beans Bernard.

Shawn and Andrew grew up together and have been friends since 4th grade. Shawn used to live down the street from Andrew. Despite having lived in different states for most of their adult lives, Shawn and Andrew have maintained a close friendship. Shawn plays in a band in Grand Rapids, Michigan where he lives with his cat, Cody.