Kevin James sits down with Arroyo Grande for a wide-ranging conversation about comedy, faith, family, and finding meaning beyond the laugh track. The beloved star of The King of Queens and Paul Blart: Mall Cop opens up about his return to theaters with Solo Mio, a heartfelt romantic comedy filmed in Italy about heartbreak, hope, and starting over.

Kevin reflects on the power of live stand-up, the joy of physical comedy, marriage and fatherhood, and why laughter still connects people in fractured times.

Plus, the Kinnane Brothers share the viral story behind their creative partnership with Kevin, from COVID-era shorts to feature films, and why their work is driven by heart, humor, and purpose.

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00:00 - Arroyo Grande Intro
00:41 - Kevin James Interview Begins
01:19 - Life on the Road
01:48 - Connecting with Audiences
02:49 - Solo Mio Explained
04:12 - Marriage & Balance
05:22 - Family, Kids & Faith
06:39 - Meeting the Kinnane Brothers
10:25 - Arroyo Grande Questionnaire
11:47 - Solo Mio Takeaway
12:52 - Favorite Filmmaking Moment
16:13 - The Kinnane Brothers Story
19:09 - Why Comedy Matters
20:27 - Filmmaking as Family
23:01 - Collaboration Secrets
23:29 - Just Keep Swimming (Viral Film)
26:00 - Home Team & Adam Sandler
27:38 - Solo Mio in Italy
29:35 - What’s Next
32:26 - AG Questionnaire with the Kinnanes