In a wide-ranging conversation for Variety, longtime friends and former 'Friends' co-stars Jennifer Aniston and Lisa Kudrow reunited to discuss their careers, memories from the iconic sitcom, and their current projects.

Kudrow reflected on finally watching the full run of 'Friends,' admitting that she had avoided doing so for years because she felt uncomfortable watching herself on screen.After eventually viewing the series, she said it brought her happiness and renewed appreciation for the cast's performances and chemistry.

The actresses reminisced about filming before a live audience, memorable guest stars such as Brad Pitt, Bruce Willis, Julia Roberts, Alec Baldwin, and Sean Penn, and some of their favorite comedic moments from the series.They particularly recalled scenes involving Ross's bagpipes and Joey's famous 'moo point' line.

Kudrow also discussed the third and final season of HBO's 'The Comeback,' explaining how the idea emerged from conversations about what her character Valerie Cherish would be doing in today's entertainment industry.One storyline explores artificial intelligence in television production, prompting both actresses to share their views on AI.

While neither claimed to fully understand the technology, they agreed it presents both opportunities and challenges, and that audiences will ultimately determine what works.Aniston spoke about her role in 'The Morning Show,' including working with Jeremy Irons as her character's estranged father.The conversation became emotional when the actresses remembered filming on Warner Bros.' Stage 24, the same location where 'Friends' was filmed.

They also reflected on Kudrow's son Julian Stern, who appeared in 'The Comeback' after having literally grown up around the set during Kudrow's pregnancy.The interview ended with the pair expressing affection for one another and joking about creating a new sitcom together with Courteney Cox.