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Will and Rider have cha cha’d across the ballroom, maneuvered through the castle, and survived the island, but now they face their biggest challenge yet: the Bravoverse. Our expert hosts are heading downtown to recap the inaugural season of the highly anticipated Summer House spinoff, “In the City.” Neither Will nor Rider have ever watched a Bravo show, or even followed an unscripted soap opera in general, so it goes without saying this is their first exposure to "Scamanda.” So join us for the debut episode and find how Rider references French philosophers AND learns the definition of “F boy” in the SAME episode. It's time for the unthinkable - it’s Pod Meets Twirl'd: Metropolitan Mess! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The tribe has spoken for the finale of Survivor Season 50 and Will and Rider, two Reality TV experts, were in the audience for the LIVE reveal (and mistake reveal)! We hear every dramatic detail as our hosts unpack Aubry’s strategy and the unexpected strength of Jonathan’s game.  The boys also give a final evaluation of celebrity involvement on the island we and find out what REALLY happened in the studio when production jumped the gun on Rizzo’s fate, causing mass Probst hysteria. Plus, find out once and for all…is Will a Survivor fan?? It’s the finale episode of Pod Meet’s Twirl’d: Seeking Immunity! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hello, Pod Meets Twirl'd Listeners! We want to share a new show you might enjoy, it’s “Hey Jonas” with the Jonas Brothers!!! About the show: Hey Jonas! The official Jonas Brothers podcast. Hosted by Kevin, Joe, and Nick Jonas. It’s the Jonas Brothers you know... musicians, actors, and well, yes, brothers. Now, they’re sharing another side of themselves in the playful, intimate, and irreverent way only they can. Spend time with the Jonas Brothers here and stay a little bit longer for deep conversations like never before. Listen here and subscribe to Hey Jonas! on the iHeartRadio App or wherever you get your podcasts! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The 50th season of Survivor rages on, and our trusty castaways, Will and Rider, have washed ashore for yet another recap! Our hosts have theories about the primal order of the deserted island, but could Joe & Jonathan actually make it to the end?? How is that even possible? And on the other side of the spectrum, Rizo is looking thin, so the boys suspect some producer interference and rice.  Plus, find out what brought Rider to tears, and continue to bask in the island excellence that is Cirie, on Pod Meets Twirl’d: Seeking Immunity! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Christian Hubicki is a reality TV superstar, thanks to becoming the first contestant in Survivor history to vote against himself. Now, Will & Rider are about to find out just how deep the lore goes.   The Season 50 standout explains how he went from robotics scientist to island castaway, and what it was like returning to the mainland as the most popular professor at Florida State University.    He opens up about the unexpected challenges of post-show life, and how he balanced grading tests while participating in the Survivor press cycle.    So come along, and hear Will and Rider get outwitted, outplayed and MAJORLY outsmarted when Christian, from Survivor 50, joins Pod Meets Twirl’d: Seeking Immunity! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Will and Rider continue to endure the sandy shores of Survivor 50 (from behind a podcast mic) to recap another episode. Despite their desperate pleas for Ozzy to “play the idol,” he instead over-explains his strategy like a bad James Bond villain and this deflates his chances of winning the game.  But on the other hand, trusty Cirie might just be the most dangerous player still in the game. Will and Rider dive deep into her quiet moves as a contender. Plus, has this season suffered from Mr. Beastification? Did they need this many celebrities? The tribe has spoken on this week’s Pod Meet’s Twirl’d: Seeking Immunity! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Variety’s Emily Longeretta is a hardcore Survivor fan, and she’s here to give Will and Rider a boots on the ground report, straight from the island!   She shares the real details from the Fijian islands and clears up some rumors about some allegedly cut scenes with Mr. Beast.   Plus, Emily holds nothing back when sharing what Mr. Beast and Jeff Probst are like in person and what she REALLY thinks about the celebrity moments on Survivor 50, right here on Pod Meets Twirl’d: Seeking Immunity! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Will and Rider are seated at the bug feast and ready to chow down for another episode of Survivor 50!   Rider has hyped it up all season and now we’ll see if the auction met Will’s expectations.   Will also teaches us the proper way to eat a grub with highly detailed instructions that had Rider tapping out. Plush, we get a masterclass in Machiavellian Survivor strategy from Cirie, who could just win the whole thing.    And what happens when a Beast appears on the island (that’s MR. Beast to you), all on a new Pod Meets Twirl’d: Seeking Immunity! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The contestants are dropping like coconuts on Survivor 50, but Will and Rider continue to have what it takes to outwit, outplay and outlast!    Jeff Probst is one of the best hosts in the game, but is he able to juggle also being a “contestant?" Will and Rider dive into the bizarre strategy at play for the coveted rice.   Thanks to Jonathan, Rider has a revelation about a rabbit with pancakes in the moon, and they debate the specific rules of “Ro, Sham, Bo” (or Rock, Paper, Scissors in layman's terms).   Plus, Will reveals he could totally handle small island living, as long as there’s electricity, wifi, plumbing, and access to a 45 minute ferry to Los Angeles, all on this week’s Pod Meets Twirl’d: Seeking Immunity! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Survivor 50 finale is now more than just a desert island mirage - it's right around the corner! And so Will and Rider are getting ready, still courageously taking on the challenge of recapping every single episode.    They're confused by the voting strategies, but the games still had our hosts on the edge of their seats, sparking the age-old debate of what’s more valuable on the island: brains or brawn?   There’s still no love for Coach, but Will and Rider will miss bizarre monologues and his “inspirational” quotes. Not many can share the wisdom of Sun Tzu AND a random financial advisor in the same thought.    So come join us on Coconut Island, for an all-new Pod Meets Twirl’d: Seeking Immunity! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

One of the guys’ favorite parts of Survivor is the challenges, no matter how many coconuts are required! So Will and Rider are talking to the one of the masterminds BEHIND the games, challenge creator Myles Nye!   Myles reveals how he landed the greatest job on TV, but why he and Rider go WAY back!   We also hear about some of Myles’ favorite all-time games, and some failed experiments that will never see the light of day.   So join us in the puzzle lab and learn how your favorite challenges are created, right here on Pod Meets Twirl’d: Seeking Immunity! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Will and Rider have once again washed ashore to recap episode 7 of Survivor 50, but would you believe that an episode centered around poetry DIDN’T hook Rider??  We’re venturing into the haiku hammock to hear contestants' compositions of…varying quality, and after getting a lesson on the true rules of prose from trained poet Rider Strong, the guys decide for certain - they are sick of Coach!  The boys also discuss rumors of a nefarious alliance, and Will reveals his first ever “Survivor crush,” this week on Pod Meets Twirl’d: Seeking Immunity! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Another reality show fan favorite, and podcaster, has landed on the PMT island, and this guest kills two birds with one stone: having conquered Survivor and The Traitors! Rob Cesternino is here to help "expert" Will break down the 5th episode of Survivor 50!   Rob shares some crucial Survivor lore while explaining why the emotional core of the show revolves around Applebee’s, and Will reveals a brand new wardrobe goal: the “one nipple shirt”.   The blood moon is upon us and anything could happen - on a new Pod Meets Twirl’d: Seeking Immunity! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Survivor 50 is Will’s introduction to the Survivor-verse, and now he has a shocking update on his relationship with the fandom.  And in the new episode, he holds nothing back with his critiques on what the audience sees during the challenges. Do you agree that the players act like 10-year-olds?Will and Rider may have different perspectives on the show, but one thing they can agree on - they're gonna miss a fan favorite.50 seasons. 24 people. And 2 guys becoming experts. The tribe has spoken once again on Pod Meets Twirl’d: Seeking Immunity! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Will and Rider are still castaways on Survivor 50 island, but has Rider been able to successfully convert Will into a die-hard fan of the show?   After recovering from the disappointing definition of a “tribe swap,” our hosts marvel at the overwhelming amount of Zac Brown this episode. But, the random cameo does remind Rider of his own spear fishing expedition that somehow ended in a shark attack. And Will reveals a true podcast exclusive: he bought Jonathan’s pants!   Plus, we hear Will and Rider share their thoughts on the big Bachelorette news, like the reality TV experts they are - on an all-new Pod Meets Twirl’d: Seeking Immunity! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

With Will out this week, a new castaway is stepping in to give Rider a firsthand look at what really goes down on Survivor, as Season 49 fan-favorite Sophi Balerdi breaks down Episode 3 of the already iconic Season 50.   While they analyze the strategies of the tribe swap, Sophi pulls back the palm fronds to clear up some long standing Survivor misconceptions. How much can you bring with you to the island? Do you ever have a mirror to get camera ready? And just how cool is Jeff Probst??   Plus, Sophi reveals the true enemy of every Survivor castaway - and no, it’s not another player. It’s rough, irritating, and somehow gets everywhere.   It's time to call in a "real" expert for a very special Pod Meets Twirl’d: Seeking Immunity! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It’s only episode two of Survivor 50, and alliances are already taking shape! Will and Rider are quickly becoming Island Experts - but the game still has a few lessons in store.   A contestant was medically pulled and another was overcome with emotion, so can our hosts still find a way to connect with the cast??    It seems one of the most important skills you can have is tying (and untying) a knot, and Will discovers the power of playing dirty. It’s time to return to the tribal council on this week’s Pod Meets Twirl’d: Seeking Immunity!   And get ready for Pod Meets Twirl’d: Seeking Immunity for Survivor 50!! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Will and Rider’s recap of the monumental season premiere of Survivor 50 continues!    They’re not competing in Fiji, but they are facing a challenge of their own; Can they make it through a 3-HOUR episode??   Some familiar faces return to the island, and Rider has some thoughts on how the 50th season might play out, which includes one player he CANNOT stand.    Plus, Rider reveals how he’d play the game if he was ever cast - something he’s thought about a lot!    So start a fire and retrieve the key for the conclusion of the first ever Pod Meets Twirl’d: Seeking Immunity! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

They’ve cha cha’d across the ballroom and been faithful in a castle, but can Will & Rider outwit, outplay and outlast as they take the challenge of Survivor season 50?   Will’s ONLY seen the inaugural season, 26 years ago, but Rider is a longtime diehard, so could either of our hosts actually last for 20 days on the island??   Either way, Rider fills in Will on what he’s missed over the past 49 seasons, while they both give flowers to a true master of the hosting craft: Jeff Probst.    And they can’t tackle a 3-hour premiere with just one episode, so don’t miss the second part of the first Pod Meets Twirl’d Seeking Immunity, because the tribe has spoken! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The time has come for our final descent from the turret as we close out Season 4 of The Traitors! While some have already called this the best finale in the show’s history, Rider isn’t so sure. The lying! The deception! Did it all have to end this way?? Will and Rider break down Maura’s reaction to the truth about Rob, forever shaking our confidence in a “pinky promise.” But what are the guys’ final thoughts on their first foray into the castle together? Will Rider continue watching? Would they ever join the cast? Find out on the thrilling conclusion to Pod Meets Twirl’d: Traiting Places! And get ready for Pod Meets Twirl’d: Seeking Immunity for Survivor 50!! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Even though they are clearly reality TV experts already, Will and Rider are always on the pursuit of a higher education, so they’ve called in Chad Kultgen, a true connoisseur of the medium, and the author of “How to Win The Bachelor,” to help explain some important strategies to victory.  Chad breaks down the jaw-dropping backstory of The Secret Lives of Mormon Wives and reveals his pitch for the “ideal” dating show.  Find out why Chad considers The Traitors the best reality show ever created, what decisions can lead to victory and why Will calls Chad “reality TV Yoda,” as we call in the big guns, for Pod Meets Twirl’d: Traiting Places! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It’s time for the final Round Table, but Will and Rider aren’t ready to leave the castle as they recap the penultimate episode of The Traitors Season 4.  Mark Ballas may be a ballroom legend, but our hosts have some hard truths about how he’s played the game. Will reveals why Rob is still the “smart” Traitor, but Rider is shocked that Maura hasn’t caught onto his strategy. But he still has hope she can pull ahead and win the entire show.  Plus, we hear Will and Rider’s expert opinions on who should be the final killings AND what reality show is next for the podcast - all this week’s Pod Meets Twirl’d: Traiting Places! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Will and Rider may have The Traitors all figured out, but they've still only dipped their toes into the Bravo-verse!  And so they've called in an expert in the form of Ben Mandelker from the hit podcast, "Watch What Crappens."   Ben shares a Real Housewives lore dump to get Will and Rider caught up on 20 years of inside jokes and the gang dives deep into how the Real Housewives have more in common with pro wrestling than reality shows.    Plus, Ben helps Will and Rider unpack the tense and controversial moment between Colton Underwood and Michael Rapaport - right here, alongside 3 experts on Pod Meets Twirl'd: Traiting Places! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Will and Rider have emerged from the turret and are ready for another Season 4 recap of The Traitors!   The boys think they’ve hit a turning point, taking the season from fun to phenomenal. They love the dynamic between Rob and Eric, but admit it’s tough to ignore the castle’s paranoia since Michael Rapaport’s elimination.   But even with that in mind - our hosts can’t help but admire Rob’s strategy and wonder if he’s the the undeniable favorite to win it all.    Plus, Will shares his idea to incentivize the rewards, but could it work in a castle of traitors?? Nothing is sacred on Pod Meets Twirl’d: Traiting Places!  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Will and Rider loved this episode, but they still have plenty of questions…like how do you eat yogurt through a veil??   Will shares his expert opinion about the fallout of Candiace’s fate and notice that Alan Cumming may have paid tribute to the Boy Meets World-verse!   Rider reveals he may want to compete on The Traitors after all - but the reason why might shock you.   And remember, a podcaster never comes off their throne...even for Pod Meets Twirl’d: Traiting Places! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It’s time for the Black Banquet and the Daniettes have saved you a seat (and some smoked salmon.) Lisa Rinna stuns with an outfit that seemed inspired by the Stay Puft Marshmallow Man and Yam Yam’s desperate cry may have sealed her fate. Plus, everyone’s after the dagger as reality sets in that Rob is “the human lie detector.” Could he possibly be the best Traitors player of all time?? And what would happen in a Traitors season pitting Boy Meets World vs. Full House??  Faithfuls and Traitors, it’s time for another recap on Pod Meets Twirl’d: Traiting Places! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

*maniacal laugh* It’s time again for Will and Rider to venture into the castle and recap another episode of The Traitors Season 4.  Between her liberal use of the f-bomb and a penchant for indoor sunglasses, our hosts aren’t impressed with Lisa Rinna, but would they have sniffed out her mission if the clues weren’t so obvious? Rider gets flashbacks to Cabin Fever thanks to a challenge, but the real fear lies in Alan Cumming having to explains these confusing rules. Plus…are we headed toward a salmon-specific storyline?? The competition (and the fish) gets smoked on a new Pod Meets Twirl’d! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

When you think of The Traitors, you think of castles, hooded robes and now…smoked salmon?? Will and Rider are back to recap episode 5 and try to figure out the cast’s undying obsession with lox.  They analyze the night’s heated round table and break down Michael Rapaport’s complete 180 that could lead to his exit from the game.  Plus, find out who Will and Rider think is the most exposed Traitor thanks to poor lying skills, and learn something new about history’s most famous traitors, trivia that Will just causally knows.  All this and more, on Pod Meets Twirl’d! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

No one told Will & Rider they’d have to binge watch episodes of The Traitors like they only have one month to live. At this point they’re consuming the show like Michael Rapaport with a plate of creamed corn! And speaking of Michael, Rider is worried his rise to power means reality villains are back. And maybe he likes it?They mourn the loss of the “secret traitor” and try to figure out who has to hose down Rapaport after dinner, all on a breakdown of episode 4, for Pod Meets Twirl’d! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Will and Rider are high atop their pod-castle, ready to recap the 3rd episode of The Traitors, Season 4! Oh no! Rider is upset with the show and explains why his personality excludes him from Traitors infamy, and worries he'd become the next Michael Rappaport if he made the cast. You'll be shocked to find out which host is a “Donna defender" and where they stand in the epic Yam Yam and Michael beef.  Plus, have Will and Rider figured out a strategy to - “the secret alliance”?? Find out on the newest Pod Meets Twirl'd: Traiting Places.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Will and Rider have lowered their hoods and raised their lanterns to recap the second episode of The Traitors, Season 4!  With one episode down, they're starting to figure out who is a gamer and who's primed to leave the castle. But competition aside, the guys have their sights set on one specific contestant for eviction. The addition of a “secret traitor” raises the stakes and Rider already has theories on how it will all work out.  Plus, Will asks the most important question of all: What's the castle buffet like?? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Daniettes are back and better than ever! Last season, Will and Rider transformed from guys who couldn’t tell a tango from a foxtrot to full blown dance experts. And now their journey takes them to a castle in rural Scotland as they faithfully recap Season 4 of The Traitors.  Rider has never seen the show and is now obsessed with the castle. On the other hand, Will thinks he can win it with strategic "hangman." So come take the journey with Will & Rider as they recognize Mark Ballas...on the premier episode of Pod Meets Twirl’d: Traiting Places! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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