For the first time since the release of the bombshell documentary “Quiet on Set,” Nickelodeon co-stars Drake Bell and Josh Peck discussed the abuse that Bell endured during their time working at the network and the impact it had on their relationship while filming the pilot of their eponymous comedy series, “Drake & Josh.”

The shocking Max docuseries illuminated several instances of sexual abuse, racism and sexism at the network, including Bell’s testimony revealing the sexual abuse he suffered at the hands of dialogue coach Brian Peck.

Bell told his “Drake & Josh” co-star on Peck’s new podcast, “Good Guys,” that the unresolved trauma from his abuse made impacted what should have been a joyous start to their show and their creative partnership.

“I’m entering the ‘Drake & Josh’ phase where we should be like, bro, partners. This is our time. Let’s be in this together,...