Pod Meets World

Will and Sabrina are watching “Ruby Bridges” starring Chaz Monet and Michael Beach. This film premiered in 1998 as a Wonderful World of Disney film on ABC.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

He may have tried to steal speakers in Season 7’s  “What a Drag,” but now Andrew Levitas has rehabilitated into one of the most interesting guest stars in Boy Meets World history!   Danielle, Will and Rider explore Andrew’s acting career, and quickly learn that performing in front of a camera was really just a way to fund his true passion: art.    But when it comes to creative pursuits, Andrew’s done it all! He’s written graphic novels, directed films and even launched a gin brand.    Plus, Will has his own “Hair Today, Goon Tomorrow” moment and the gang faces a wardrobe crisis on an all-new Pod Meets World! Follow @podmeetsworldshow on Instagram and TikTok! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

There’s no turning back now, so Will and Rider head back downtown for another recap of In the City. But this time, Will made a pit stop at Summer House, so he’s prepared to dive even deeper into Scamanda.    This week was loaded with ideas that seemed unbelievable, from a married couple’s 7-year dry spell to the starting age for Botox treatments.    They have a controversial message for Kyle about mock-neck sweatshirts, along with some harsh truths about Amanda’s plans.     Plus, Will and Rider wonder if every friend group thinks they’re as attractive as this cast is, on a new episode of Pod Meets Twirl'd: Metropolitan Mess! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Rider’s passion project, the fictionalized true crime podcast, The Red Weather, has officially wrapped, so it’s only fitting that the gang give it a full recap - with SPOILERS (so you’ve been warned).   Rider takes us behind the scenes of the real people and genuine Bay Area locations that inspired The Red Weather, and Will and Danielle get the answers they need during a recap.   From mixtapes to Pinky Swears to a special Danielle Fishel cameo, we try to determine what was scripted and what really happened…   So take a seat as the gang breaks down a special side quest, on a new Pod Meets World!   Follow @podmeetsworldshow on Instagram and TikTok! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Coming off Danielle’s recent stint as host of the American Idol Official Podcast, it’s time she gets a little deeper with one of the show’s all-time most beloved contestants. Let’s dim the lights and catch up with Season 7 superstar, David Archuleta.    David takes us back to the days before Paula, Simon and Randy, to share his memories of growing up, conflicted in the Mormon church. Plus, he details a complicated relationship with his father and the struggles that come with accepting one’s true identity.   With a vulnerable new book now on shelves, it’s time to hear from the real David Archuleta, on all-new episode of Teen Beat! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mike sent a call for help into outer space, but he had no idea who would show up… Will and Sabrina are watching “Can of Worms” starring Michael Shulman, Malcolm McDowell and Erika Christensen. This film premiered in 1999 as a Disney Channel Original Movie. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Pod Meets World is once again paying respect to the universe's most famous zip code, 90210, this time by chatting with one of its most memorable residents: Kelly Taylor herself, Jennie Garth.  Jennie shares memories from her years on the legendary set and why the show basically ruined high school expectations for everyone watching.But beyond the star-studded streets of Beverly Hills, Jennie explains her recent life revelations (and book!), from parenting to brain health, as she finally embraced the importance of choosing "me." So join Danielle, Will and Rider to find new faces and dangerous places on Pod Meets World!Follow @podmeetsworldshow on Instagram and TikTok! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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.

Danielle, Will and Rider thought they’d clean out the emotional garage together and recap another Season 7 episode, this time with a much more serious Eric!   Will explains why he has a strong connection with this episode, while Danielle feels things could’ve been handled with vulnerability instead of anger.    This season has had a lot of ups and downs, but the gang agrees: this one uncovered some major emotional truths buried within Cory and Eric’s relationship. We dive deep into how their brotherly relationship has evolved, but does this episode actually resolve their conflict??   Plus, we break down some of the hosts’ little “actor things” from the show. See how many you can spot! It’s time for another recap on Pod Meets World!   Follow @podmeetsworldshow on Instagram and TikTok! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

He had the whole world yelling “New South” and led the search for “Ms. New Booty,” but before he was Bubba Sparxxx, he was just Warren Mathis in the mud of Troup County, Georgia.    Danielle hangs out with the Y2K rap sensation to hear stories from the football field, a passion that almost took him in a completely different direction.    Bubba also reveals details from the “Ugly” music video that took MTV by storm and opens up about his ongoing struggles with addiction (and how he’s made it his mission to now help others in the same predicament).   Plus, we get Bubba’s opinion on the new wave of country/hip hop artists like Jelly Roll and Post Malone, a road he helped pave, on this week’s Teen Beat! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This is a party you won’t want to forget... Will and Sabrina are watching "The Slumber Party" starring Darby Camp and Emmy Liu-Wang.  This film premiered in 2023 as a Disney Channel Original Movie.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It’s time for another Y2K icon to visit the gang, and this time it’s the best foreign exchange student since Ludwig has a John Adams radio show…Shannon Elizabeth is here!   Shannon shares her story of going from “jock to modeling” and takes us inside the Actor’s Studio to reveal the origin of Nadia’s Russian accent, leading to her breakout moment in 1999’s American Pie.    But she’s not just a standout in Hollywood, she’s also an unexpected poker legend, so she pulls back the curtain on the psychological strategy that helped make her a winner.   Plus, Shannon shares all the details on her new OnlyFans era, right here on Pod Meets World! Follow @podmeetsworldshow on Instagram and TikTok! 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.

Welcome to Funville! Cory and Topanga fear they’ve become boring since getting married, but do Danielle, Will and Rider think the same of this episode?   Will explores an alternate reality where Eric hooked up with Rachel, and Danielle shares why the characters would never be together, all across the BMW multiverse.    We try to figure out who on the writing staff had a “thing” for food and sex, while Rider would love to keep those two passions totally separate.    And just to prove that we’ve still got it, this podcast is NO PARENTS ALLOWED, right here on Pod Meets World! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

As one of the founding members of The Fray, Joe King taught us "How to Save a Life" without things going "Over My Head,” but today, Danielle is ready to hear about how it all began.    The rocker from the Rockies shares his story of how the minute he heard Nirvana, everything changed, and how much hard work went into becoming an “overnight success.”   Plus, Joe shares his origins as a young entrepreneur with a paper route and a black market chewing tobacco business, right here on Teen Beat! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Don’t mess with the babysitter! Will and Sabrina are watching “Adventures in Babysitting” starring Sabrina Carpenter and Sofia Carson.  This film premiered in 2016 as a Disney Channel Original Movie.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Now that “She's Having My Baby Back Ribs” has been recapped, the gang could use the perspective of a trained psychologist. Dr. Hillary Goldsher joins Danielle, Will and Rider to share her opinion on the episode, and learn a little more about how everything went down back in the day.   They explore the realities of going through the experience as young actors, and Will remembers the dilemma of balancing his “dream job” with needing to speak up about troubling storylines.    So lay down on the couch and join us for an important conversation on Pod Meets World! Follow @podmeetsworldshow on Instagram and TikTok! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Boy Meets World family lost one of its shining stars - legendary director, writer and showrunner: David Kendall. Join Danielle, Will, Rider and some of David's co-workers, and close friends, in remembering a true one-of-a-kind creative. Featuring contributions from: Jeff McCracken, Jeff Sherman, Betsy Randall, William "Rusty" Russ, Matt Lawrence, Melissa Joan Hart, Ed Decter, Barbie Block, Devon Werkheiser, Elisa Donovan, Jackson Dollinger, Christian J. Simon, Ava Kolker & Ian Reed Keesler. 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.

Our recap of a controversial Season 7 episode continues, as they remember some happy memories amongst the trauma.  How can you be mad when you have scenes with Will? Plus, they to figure out if ANYONE likes having their stomach touched, and we witness one big step for man, and a giant leap for Matt Lawrence, with what is now deemed their favorite moment in series history. It’s the end of the recap you’ve been waiting for - on Pod Meets World! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

An episode that has loomed large since day 1, has finally arrived. It’s the “Fat” episode.  The gang treads lightly into this exploration of body image as they admit to the laughs, but relive some difficult memories for both Danielle and Will.  The gang goes behind the scenes into the wild world of blocking and Will explains the complexities of how to control the writer’s room.  Plus, Will takes Danielle on a joyride, on Part 1 of highly anticipated recap on Pod Meets World! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

You know her as Shirley on Community, but before she enrolled at Greendale, Yvette Nicole Brown was a junior high schooler trying to figure out crushes and learn valuable life lessons, all while navigating an aspiring music career alongside Bell Biv DeVoe and Boyz II Men.Yvette also shares a story of how a middle school experience proved that evil is a real thing and how she's been able to stay friends with her life-changing high school sweetheart. Plus, Danielle shares her Janet Jackson concert experience, coincidentally seated right next to Yvonne, here on Teen Beat! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dad’s invention shrunk the kids! Will and Sabrina are watching “Honey, I Shrunk the Kids” starring Rick Moranis, Matt Frewer, Marcia Stassman and Kristine Sutherland. This film was released in 1989 at a Walt Disney Pictures theatrical release. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We’ve heard many stories from the writers room about the importance of local food chain Koo Koo Roo, but once the hosts learned of a writer who dressed in a chicken costume to protest the rotisserie menu, they knew they had to talk to the man under the feathers, Glen Merzer.    Glen tells the gang how the resistance came to be, and how it then turned the entire world vegan.   Plus, hear all about Glen’s comedic journey to Boy Meets World, where he then decided it was “at least better than Facts of Life”.    It will be hard to find a funnier guest, so get ready for a hilarious episode of Pod Meets World! Follow @podmeetsworldshow on Instagram and TikTok! 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.

We hope you’re recovered from the body count left behind by the prank war, because it’s time to say hello to an iconic part of the BMW-verse…Plays With Squirrels.    The friends are still at each others’ necks making Will assume the writers have a case of “Senioritis.”    And we hear all about Will’s inspiration for the best possibile outcome for Eric’s future and arguably the best Feeny Call in the show’s history.   Get ready for some more time travel on - a new Pod Meets World. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Before MomTok, there was Gym Tan Laundry. MTV’s Jersey Shore changed reality TV forever, and now Danielle is talking to Nicole “Snooki” Polizzi as she preps for her final season on the boardwalk.    Snooki opens up about her recent cancer diagnosis and joins Danielle in encouraging everyone to get tested, especially if you grew up watching their shows.   She also reveals some controversial Jersey Shore scenes that didn’t make the cut, while going deep inside her mind for the “anonymous” letter she wrote with JWow.    Party’s here! So start your fist pumping, because it’s time for a brand new Teen Beat! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A science project gone wrong turns Cleo's sister invisible! Will and Sabrina are watching "Invisible Sister" starring Rowan Blanchard, Paris Berelc and Karan Brar. This film premiered in 2015 as a Disney Channel Original Movie.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

From Sesame Street to Bel-Air, this week’s guest has had quite a Hollywood journey - and now she’s making her first appearance on Pod Meets World. It’s time for Tatyana Ali!   Find out what sharing the screen with Big Bird and Oscar the Grouch was like, and how her voice became an instrument of the legendary Herbie Hancock.    Tatyana also reveals how her life got flipped and turned upside down on “Fresh Prince of Bel-Air,” and we hear all about her next act as a children’s book author and guest on “Abbott Elementary”.    Plus, we learn the power of knowing “it will all work out,” right here on Pod Meets World! Follow @podmeetsworldshow on Instagram and TikTok! 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.

It’s brother vs. brother in an all-out Civil War, as Danielle, Rider and Will finally face an infamous Season 7 episode. It’s time for the Prank War.   Hear all about the escalating challenge to break your co-star, and it’s safe to say Rider did not win this round.   Art imitates life when Shawn and Cory transform more and more into Rider and Ben. And we need to know…why does every character have to hook up in public??   We’ve all been waiting for this one, superglued to our seats and ready for the bear, so buckle up for a new Pod Meets World! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We’ve heard some awkward teen stories - but when your dad is Ice Cube, the stakes are just a little higher.   O’Shea Jackson Jr. opens up about the highs, the lows, and the very real downside of having a rap legend for a father - including a short-lived music career…and an even shorter-lived stage name.   Since then, he’s gone on to share the screen with Michael B. Jordan, Charlize Theron and Gerard Butler - a journey that somehow all traces back to his kitchen.   Plus, we uncover how his entire career might be rooted in a deep hatred of sedimentary rocks…and more, on an all-new, WrestleMania weekend edition of, Teen Beat! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Let's go to the racetrack! Will and Sabrina are watching "Ready to Run" starring Krystle Po and Jason Dohring. This film premiered in 2000 as a Disney Channel Original Movie. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Now that Danielle and Will have entered the ring with the biggest stars of WrestleMania 42, it’s time to recap the weekend and hear what happened in Vegas!   Did Will become more of a fan? Did Danielle get more wrestling stuffed animals? And how many times did Will bring up comic books to pro athletes??    It’s one more round, live from WrestleMania 42, on Pod Meets World! Follow @podmeetsworldshow on Instagram and TikTok! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Danielle and Will officially join the fight against toxic masculinity when Kit Wilson stops by the pod during Wrestlemania Weekend! Kit shares his origin story as a girly pop lover in England, well before his rise to stardom as one half of the tag team Pretty Deadly and his eventual pivot to going solo. Plus, Danielle gets a much needed dance lesson and Kit gives us his expert ruling on what’s toxic and what’s a green flag! All on a NEW Pod Meets World… 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.

Danielle and Will are sitting down with the WWE Champ, CM Punk, to hear how the “Best in the World” is prepping for Wrestlemania 42.   Punk gets raw and honest about his return to wrestling and the anxieties he might feel, now competing in the undisputed WM main event.   He also shares the true, last minute, story of the night he came back to the WWE, and how he was texting with Danielle just minutes before he walked out to the ring.   Plus, his honest thoughts on Triple H, the rise of Danhausen and what the future of pro wrestling might look like, on a no holds barred episode of Pod Meets World! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Danielle and Will are still in Vegas for WrestleMania 42 and now they’ve come face to face with a championship belt! Women’s Intercontinental Champion, and the Topanga of the WWE, AJ Lee is here!   AJ shares stories from her time in the indies and her humble beginnings as a 13-year-old with nothing but a knife and a dream.    Will meets his nerd match when AJ talks comics, anime and D & D, and maybe, just maybe, she’ll be the final push to get Danielle to throw some dice.   It’s time to break the rules and be a fighter - with AJ Lee on Pod Meets World! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Top Girl, Charlotte Flair, has arrived and just in time for her 8th (nope, 9th!) Wrestlemania! Charlotte reveals her secret on how to make a WWE superstar stand the test of time, and she shares how a heart to heart with John Cena completely changed her mindset.  Plus, she rightfully brags about her cardiovascular age, so get ready for your heart to pump on a Wrestlemania installment of Pod Meets World! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

She’s a 2x Women’s World Champion and a WWE Raw Women’s Champion, but Danielle and Will need to know…did Boy Meets World ever make it down to Australia??   Even though Rhea Ripley left Danielle speechless, they’re still able to talk about appearance based jobs, when to jump into “character” and how far is…too far?   Plus, we hear some other in-ring name options that didn’t quite make the cut, and we find out what the champ, CM Punk, is REALLY like backstage.    It’s the first guest of Wrestlemania 42 and we’re starting out strong! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Danielle and Will have landed in Vegas and Rider is pretending he has a class to teach!    It’s Wrestlemania 42 weekend and we’re gearing up to talk to some of the biggest names in sports entertainment!   What are we most excited for?? What’s going on backstage?? And can Will finally beat the seat 4C allegations??    THIS is the main event! Get ready for episodes dropping all weekend…and first up is Rhea Ripley! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It’s been over 25 years since Frankie Muniz first graced our screens as Malcolm, and now, not only has he returned to the Middle, he’s talking to Danielle on Teen Beat!   Frankie takes us through the culture shock of moving to LA from the suburbs of New Jersey, and how avoiding a Pizza Hit commercial changed his life forever.    We hear all about working with a pre-Walter White Bryan Cranston and what exactly drove Frankie from the studio backlot to the professional racetrack.    You may not be the boss of me now, but you are ready to check out a new episode of…Teen Beat! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Prepare to get starstruck! Will and Sabrina are watching "StarStruck" starring Sterling Knight, Brandon Mychal Smith and Danielle Campbell.  This movie premiered in 2010 as a Disney Channel Original Movie.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Now almost halfway through Season 7,  the gang dives deeper into the writer’s room to hear all about how (and in some cases why) these episodes were scripted. Allison M. Gibson is behind some classics from the final 2 seasons, as well as our upcoming recap: The War, so it’s time to hear her TGIF memories!   Allison details how she joined the BMW crew and what she did to get familiar with the already beloved characters, all on her way to eventually create her own sitcom: Reba.   Danelle also opens up about a Topanga moment that made her judge the character on set, and Allison shares an opinion from a writer’s perspective that just might shock you.    All this insight and more, on this week’s Pod Meets World! Follow @podmeetsworldshow on Instagram and TikTok! 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.

Eric is going to work with his dad, which can only mean 1 thing...we're gonna see the camping store again! And a mention of the baby? ALL IN ONE EPISODE??? WHAT IS HAPPENING?   Things take a positive turn when Cory becomes a frantic hypochondriac, and Ben gets to do what Ben does best. Could this be a sign that Boy Meets World is back??   Will shares a behind the scenes story from his scene as a cashier, and what he was drawing during the takes. The truth will shock you! (It's dirty)   And we dive into the wild and wonderful world of quotations and punctuation, “right” here! on Pod Meets World. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Let’s go back (back to the beginning), just in time for the 20th anniversary of MTV’s Laguna Beach, as Stephen Colletti and Trey Phillips, hang out to chat about their own televised Senior year of high school, and much more…   They go back to before the cameras started rolling and find out what Stephen and Trey were like when they were just “normal” high schoolers. Danielle also finds out their biggest “pinch-me” moments after the unsuspecting reality show catapulted them, and Stephen’s love triangle, into global stardom.    Would the guys allow their kids to become the next generation of reality stars, and which Boy Meets World star is a close and personal friend of Stephen’s? Find out on an all-new Teen Beat! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We’re all in this together… one last time! Will and Sabrina are watching the final film in the High School Musical franchise, starring Zac Efron, Vanessa Hudgens, Ashley Tisdale and Corbin Bleu.This film was released in theaters in 2008. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Marisol Nichols has been Cory and Topanga’s neighbor, Clark Griswold’s daughter, Veronica’s mother and a real-life undercover decoy to bust child predators. Ladies and gentlemen - this is range.The gang welcomes their former co-star to hear all about how she landed the part as Audrey in Vegas Vacation and we explore an alternate universe where her co-star was…Rider Strong. She tells us everything about volunteering in the FBI and how her acting abilities helped save her life (and others). Plus, we revisit her short time as a sleep deprived wife of a med student in the married couple dorms of Pennbrook, right here on a new, and very interesting, Pod Meets World!Follow @podmeetsworldshow on Instagram and TikTok! 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.

We’ve finally made it out of the ‘90s and we’ve welcomed in a new millennium! It makes sense that Cory and Topanga are now gainfully employed in the magazine industry, because there are still a lot of “issues.”   Rider takes us back to his Y2K party in the Redwood Shire, which Danielle missed due to the world’s best excuse: she was in Hawaii with *NSYNC and Britney Spears. And Danielle shares a memory that’s right on the tip of her tongue...   Eric’s lucky penny can’t save the plot while Will, Danielle and Rider experience group cringe when we enter the “pookie pook” zone…   Plus, the gang explores some of the best jingles of all time (we apologize in advance), right here on Pod Meets World! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Things are heating up on Teen Beat…specifically to 98 Degrees! Drew Lachey sits with Danielle to talk about his time in the inferno that was Y2K boy band mania.   But before the platinum records and Mariah Carey collaborations, Drew had a completely different life as a combat medic and New York City EMT. So how exactly did he go from fixing hearts to breaking them?   Plus, he breaks down the horrors of home renovation, his memories winning the second Mirrorball in DWTS history AND the time he bro-sat a young Danielle Fishel during MTV Spring Break in Cancun, right here on an all-new, frosted tip Teen Beat! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Get ready to set sail with the Tigers... Will and Sabrina are watching "Tiger Cruise" starring Hayden Panettiere and Bill Pullman. This filmed premiered in 2004 as a Disney Channel Original Movie. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Baywatch is coming back - and so is Cody Madison, a.k.a. David Chokachi! But first, he’s here to rescue Pod Meets World!!   David shares his red swimsuit origin story, and reveals what it’s like working with the legend that is David Hasslehoff (you never hassle the ‘Hoff).    But Baywatch is more than just another TV show, as David explains how it helped save lives in real life, thanks to some hidden CPR training between plot lines.    So watch out, and avoid the rip tide - it’s a new Pod Meets World! Follow @podmeetsworldshow on Instagram and TikTok! 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.

The recap continues with a deep dive into what could have been when it comes to Shawn's absentee mom.    The episode also takes a trip to Seinfeld-land with some scenes on a familiar New York Street, but that comes with its own acting challenges thanks to a rare empty soundstage.   The rules of ghost logic get in the way of a touching moment with Chet, and we find out that Shawn really just craves a good yelling.    Could this have been the end of the series! Find out in part 2 of our recap on Pod Meets World! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Alan might be expecting a birthday party, but the real surprise will is their feelings about this season 7 episode!   It’s the return of leather jacket Shawn, but it’s some other repressed memories that have Rider reeling. And sure, Eric’s plan may involve poisoning Morgan, but even with so little to work with, Will can’t stop being funny.   Plus, the gang realizes they might be becoming their grandparents, so load up on hard candy and bring a blanket, for Part 1 of our Season 7 recap on Pod Meets World!  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Danielle is getting into the ring with two bona fide WWE Hall of Famers - Nikki and Brie Garcia (a.k.a. The Bella Twins).    But before the Championship tiles and glimmer of Brie Mode, they were two “boy crazy" high schoolers, dominating at Soccer and taking care of an Arizona farm.   They open up about their childhood as twins - and rebelling against matching clothes and rhyming names.   Plus, a listener shares an embarrassing story about an accidental chat with a crush, and we find out if Danielle can survive a Bella Buster, when they jump off the top rope for a brand new Teen Beat! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Johnny Kapahala is back, but where are the waves?! Will and Sabrina are watching “Johnny Kapahala: Back on Board” starring Brandon Baker and Jake T. Austin. This film premiered in 2007 as a Disney Channel original movie.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

If you’ve ever wondered what it would be like to look back on the 2000s with Jason Biggs, we can tell you - it feels just like warm apple pie. The gang is hanging out with a fellow former child actor and hearing every embarrassing story, including how his first (and second, third and fourth) kiss was not only on-screen…it was in the span of 10 minutes!Jason tells us about his first on camera role in Drexell’s Class and reveals why he’s always thought Rider was a terrible driver.   And we HAVE to look back on his iconic performance as “Jim” in American Pie, which taught the gang exactly how many pie thrusts it takes to go from “R” to “NC-17,” right here on a new Pod Meets World! Follow @podmeetsworldshow on Instagram and TikTok! 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.

WARNING. THIS IS NOT A DRILL. We may have hit the lowest point in Boy Meets World history. But you know what that means - it’s gonna be a hilarious recap.   Eric and Jack become Chantal and Lala, but the gang spends most of the podcast trying to figure out how this logic could work. Will reveals he tried to save the plot back on tape night, but apparently Eric will do ANYTHING to avoid ONE bully (and the police will do nothing to stop him).    Will tries to prepare everyone for more chaotic writing as the series speeds toward the finale, but just like 30 years ago, everyone is just doing the best they can with what they’re given.   So get ready to erase all the goodwill from “Chick Like Me,” right here on Pod Meets World! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

From “The Baby-Sitters Club to “Tom & Huck” to “Josie and the Pussycats,” Rachael Leigh Cook had a real chokehold on the late 90s, and Danielle’s ready to hear all about it on the newest Teen Beat!   Rachael takes us behind the scenes of some of her most iconic roles, and reveals a shocker of a story from when she was dating Rider.   She may have been immune to developing a crush on Jonathan Taylor Thomas, but she could never have stopped the frenzy that was “She’s All That.”   Plus, a look back at the PSA that changed her life forever. Because this is your brain…and THIS is your brain on Teen Beat! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Traditional education are the window! Will and Sabrina are watching “Principal Takes a Holiday” starring Kevin Nealon, Zachary Ty Bryan and Bill Nye.  This film premiered in 1998 on ABC’s “Wonderful World of Disney”. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We’ve covered all the drama in 19428 (Philly), but this week we’re headed to the sunny streets of 90210! Brian Austin Green joins the podcast to talk about his long career in Hollywood and reveal a long time secret about his connection to the Boy Meets World Universe…   Brian also details his first meeting with Aaron Spelling and commiserates with Rider about how much his real lives affected David Silver.   Plus, Brian details his authentic roots in hip-hop, before he’s put on the spot to give a definitive list of who from ‘90s TV can actually rap.   So let’s take a break from Chubbie’s and hang at the Peach Pit, on an all-new episode of Pod Meets World! Follow @podmeetsworldshow on Instagram and TikTok! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Don’t assume, it makes an ASS of U and Mister Wrong of me. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Lainey’s warriors are Kachina dolls, traditional Hopi figurines. And Pleiades is The Seven Sisters constellation. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Kelty charged $7 for 24 hours. What if you only have a twenty? That's how they get ya. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

I can accept that someone my age is a grandmother, but "choco-little-latte" keeps me up at night. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Gravensteins are The Best Apple. The bullets were smaller than I thought. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

One human hour equals thirty tree hours. Winter lasts three days. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Orion and I were psycho mimes. Chris was Phantom of the Coffee Shop-era. Willow wore wings. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The letter came on regular paper. Blue ink. Her handwriting was the same as when we were twelve. 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.

Cory and Topanga's house hunting continues with a B story that makes our hosts yearn for the days of a monkey side plot.    And we explore where the show might have gone if Nicole Eggert had stuck around as planned. Plus, why is BMW obsessed with the word "tushy?”   Follow as they try and figure out who’s lived with who, because it's the second part of moving day…on Pod Meets World! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Newlyweds Cory and Topanga are looking for a place to call home and thanks to inflation, everything just sounds insane in 2026.   The gang has varying thoughts on the episode, but find common ground when questioning Alan's attempt at tough love. Who wouldn't help their kid fix a sink?    And Will gets mogged while looksmaxxing on a long running recap - so don’t miss part 2 on Pod Meets World! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Danielle is joined by a young (and tall) reality TV star who turned his reputation as an “f boy” into that of a more evolved bachelor looking to settle down. He WAS “Too Hot to Handle, but now Harry Jowsey is “boyfriend material.”   Netflix’s next leading man chats all about his awkward teen years, while we get a rundown on the Down Under hot spots which served as the possible gateway to his unscripted stardom.   Plus, we follow Harry’s journey to traditional acting and how he’s now baring it all (emotionally) on his new show, “Let’s Marry Harry.” It’s a new, and hip, episode of “Teen Beat!” See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Being smart is easy, but being popular is another story! Will and Sabrina are watching “How To Build A Better Boy” starring Kelli Berglund and China Ann McClain. This movie premiered in 2014 as a Disney Channel Original Movie. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We couldn’t march through the final season of Boy Meets World without catching up with podcast, and host, favorite - Jeff Menell. The  writer / producer, who was around for every BMW episode ever filmed, is back to hang out and shed some light on how, and why, this last batch of episodes were made.    He reveals his favorite unsung member of the writer’s room and how a chicken suit may have forced him out the door.   The gang finds out the truth behind the final season writing process, which may have involved more tennis rackets than script pages.    Plus, we revisit the infamous “couch scene” to find out exactly what was supposed to happen, and how does a case of the hiccups force you to  miss a holiday party?    Celebrate all this is Menell - on a new Pod Meets World! Follow @podmeetsworldshow on Instagram and TikTok! 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.

Ever heard of "married couple dorms?" Well, neither have the hosts. But in this Season 7 recap, the gang will still try and hang on to any shred of the honeymoon phase as Cory and Topanga start their lives and husband and wife. The couple is on the search for housing and thanks to some tough parental love, find themselves living with some bugs. Will teaches us about a lesser-known pool game that made its way from backstage to an Eric and Jack storyline and we confirm a theory first explored by Alvin and the Chipmunks: everything is better when you add triplets!  It's a brand new recap on Pod Meets World! Follow @podmeetsworldshow on Instagram and TikTok! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

You may think you know Lala Kent from watching her on Vanderpump Rules or The Valley, but Danielle is going way back in time to learn about “Lauren from Utah.”   Lala shares what it was growing up outside the LDS Church and we hear her thoughts on the rise of Mormons on reality TV.   And nothing is off limits, including a casual chat about boob jobs and her unlikely friendship with Ambyr Childers, which started from their scandal filled history with an ex.    You’ll be shocked to find out how much Lala and Danielle have in common, from experimental beauty treatments to a passion for Air Jordans, all on this week’s new Teen Beat! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A new warrior faces her destiny… Will and Sabrina are watching “ Wendy Wu: Homecoming Warrior” starring Brenda Song and Shin Koyamada.  This film premiered in 2006 as a Disney Channel Original Movie.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

When it comes to Boy Meets World, even our memories are draped in oversized flannels, wool blazers with elbow patches and vests layered over short sleeve shirts layered over long sleeve shirts. And one talented crew member to thank for those decisions in fashion is Emmy-nominated costumer Julie Yang Silver.   The gang catches up with their pal from the wardrobe department to talk all about her legendary career amongst the clothing racks and their memories of hanging out in her trailer in between takes.   Julie also shares her thoughts on the problematic clothing decisions for Danielle in Season 7 and some BTS moments from her time in Vegas for the movie Ocean’s Eleven, and in a galaxy far, far away for The Mandalorian.   Great wardrobe never goes out of style! And neither does new episode of Pod Meets World! Follow @podmeetsworldshow on Instagram and TikTok! 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.

There are some challenges in life that are impossible to prepare for, even if you see it coming from a mile (or 7 seasons) away. But now there’s no avoiding it, so the gang marches forth to recap the infamous “Honeymoon episode.” Long assumed to be the worst episode of the series, Danielle’s actual take may shock you, while Cory’s dream finally comes true, and the waves hit the rocks.  And beyond just its reputations, this episode may mark the start of Danielle’s arachnophobia, so there’s no better time to find out how much money it would take to share a scene with a tarantula.  So join us in the honeymoon suite, while we consummate the podcast on a highly anticipated recap, on Pod Meets World!   Follow @podmeetsworldshow on Instagram and TikTok! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Her name may have been funny to  classmates, but nowadays Kate Micucci is funny to EVERYONE!   Before “Garfunkel and Oates,” and before she became Velma on Scooby Doo, Kate was a small town, awkward kid who looked like a baby and listened primarily to Broadway musicals.   Kate shares her origin story as a ukulele player and she goes through her colorful resumé of odd jobs, which included a stint as a professional sand castle architect.   Plus, Kate’s new children’s book, The Monster and Puppet Show, is all about setting boundaries! Hear it all on a new issue of Teen Beat! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In honor of Black History Month, Will and Sabrina are watching “Selma, Lord, Selma” starring Mackenzie Astin, Jurnee Smollette and Clifton Powell. This film premiered in 1999 as a Wonderful World of Disney film on ABC. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

You can’t revisit the ‘90s without calling Jonathan Lipnicki! Between Jerry Maguire and Stuart Little, he defined two of the most iconic characters of the decade, and now he’s ready to share some memories with Danielle, Will and Rider.   Jonathan talks about launching his acting career at just five years old, learning how to read screenplays (while also learning how to read in general) and the lengths he took to protect his valuable face while playing sports in school.   And when looking for Tom Cruise, Jonathan does NOT disappoint. I mean, do you even know about the “Tom Cruise cake?”   So catch up with the only actor in Hollywood who co-starred with a CGI mouse AND has a black belt in Brazilian Jiu Jitsu - right here on Pod Meets World! 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.

Yup. The wedding episode is upon us. Reliving the moment of Topanga finally walking down the aisle was an emotional ride for Danielle, Will and Rider, but what did the gang REALLY think of the episode, now 30 years later??   They RSVP’d for the ceremony with warranted trepidation, but maybe, just maybe, things are better than they feared.   However…why haven’t we explored more of Angela? And at this point, who is the “boy” in Boy Meets World anyway?   Plus, the gang looks back on their own real-life weddings, and we find out what they would change if they could do it all over. So meet us at the Philadelphia Victorian Hotel for a special (and matrimonial) Pod Meets World recap! Follow @podmeetsworldshow on Instagram and TikTok! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Adam Pally is a comedy favorite, but more importantly, he’s Danielle’s kids' favorite actor.    But before he became a fixture in the Sonic the Hedgehog universe, Adam was a struggling student, trying to find his comedic voice and obsessing over a woman who would later share his last name.   Listen as Adam shares his most embarrassing teenage stories - and reveals just how bad a student you can be and still end up in Iron Man 3.   From “Happy Endings” to “The Mindy Project” to "The Mandalorian," Adam has always been hard to pin down - that is unless it's a brand new Teen Beat! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Will and Sabrina are watching “A Ring of Endless Light” starring Mischa Barton and Ryan Merriman.  This film premiered in 2002 as a Disney Channel Original Movie.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

As we approach the final episodes of Boy Meets Word, and the end of their recaps, the gang is ready clear up some of your burning questions before all is said and done.   Find out which seasons have been deemed official “peaks” and, in a bit of table turning, what advice they’d give their younger selves.    Plus, when asked if our hosts had any plans for when Boy Meets World ultimately ended…wait till you hear what almost happened!    We’re opening up the mailbag again on Pod Meets World! Follow @podmeetsworldshow on Instagram and TikTok! 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.

This is not a drill. You've been invited to the biggest wedding in TGIF history and it's time to get ready. What will you wear? Who will you bring? Why are so many people dressing problematically Southern?   The search for Cory’s best man gets heated and Topanga apparently has terrible taste. Watch along as characters abandon 7 seasons of personal development just for a few big laughs and a "documentary style" episode.    Plus, Will discovers a new favorite curse word and Danielle discovers the magic of a children’s rave, all on a new recap episode of Pod Meets World!   Follow @podmeetsworldshow on Instagram and TikTok! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Before she was podcast royalty, Nicole Byer was a “talkative” student who hung out at Chili’s after school plays and had a honey bear bong. So yeah…she’s always been cool.   Danielle learns all about the lore of Nicole’s New Jersey hometown, including the drama from her high school clique, cryptically deemed “CKLEN”.    Plus, we go behind the scenes of what a day working with John Cena is like and learn the gritty details of the underground holding cell beneath Macy’s.    It’s a wild one. Get ready for a new Teen Beat! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Fate brings together a princess and a girl from a small town… Will and Sabrina are watching “Princess Protection Program” starring Demi Lovato and Selena Gomez. This film premiered in 2009 as a Disney Channel Original Movie. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

She told them to call her back when they got to the “tankini” and so - here we are.   The longest running Morgan, Lindsay Ridgeway, shares her experience filming that infamous Season 7 scene, while trying to figure out the random dramatic moments that seemed to go nowhere in the show’s final season.   Lindsay also opens up about the online reaction to her taking over the mantle of Morgan, and reveals her definitive response to anyone who thinks she made the character “meaner.”   We’re getting a raw and honest perspective from the youngest member of the Matthews family, right here on a new Pod Meets World! Follow @podmeetsworldshow on Instagram and TikTok! 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.

We’ve officially reached the monkey apex of Season 7 - and this time it's not Micky Dolenz.   Who knew an episode with an organ grinder, a famous primate and a lingerie subplot could garner such strong emotions? But here we are - and our hosts are ready to make a very bold claim.   And when they're not rolling their eyes, they're contemplating a real problem; Would you rather live without A/C, hot water, or the internet?? But no matter your answer, there is one thing you'll have forever - this new recap on Pod Meets World!   Follow @podmeetsworldshow on Instagram and TikTok! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Alliances are put to the test when social media sensation and Dancing with the Stars finalist, Dylan Efron, stops by Teen Beat alongside Survivor superstar, and his best pal, Boston Rob.    They may be the bad boys of reality TV now, but just like us - they have embarrassing teenage tales ready to share. Dylan explains how one missed Jamba Juice invite almost derailed his path to true love and Boston Rob takes us back to the days of growing up with, and possibly grappling with, New Kids on the Block.   Plus, we hear about their first kisses, and could we ever see Dylan on the shores of Survivor? All this on a very faithful installment of Teen Beat! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Who’s the chicken!? Will and Sabrina are watching “Hatching Pete” starring Mitchel Musso and Jason Dolley. This film premiered in 2009 as a Disney Channel Original Movie. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Danielle checks in from backstage on the Dancing with the Stars Live tour and finally answers the question: What would happen if the podcast was ALL pre-show chatter?    Shockingly, the life of a showgirl resonates with Will and Rider, reminiscing about their own days on tour with quick costume changes and complex dolphin choreography.   Danielle walks us through a typical show day and packed travel itinerary while revealing one of her costumes directly connects to an iconic moment in her DWTS journey. And - are tamborines impressive?   So make sure your hair dryer is packed, stop by craft services, and claim your bunk, because you got backstage passes, and all chatter, on the new Pod Meets World!   Follow @podmeetsworldshow on Instagram and TikTok! 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.

GUYS! Shawn and Angela are back together!! It’s a Season 7 miracle. As a result, the gang tries to survive the newly revived storyline, but the constant make-out sessions aren’t making it easy.   On the other hand, Danielle admits she wasn’t quite as into her fictional relationship at this point, and now, years later, she can finally explain why.    Get ready for baffling character decisions, Pengy the Penguin and a confusing Italian bike rider. And also, why are Pennbook’s rivals…Amish?    Who knows? I’ll tell you who. The newest recap on Pod Meets World!   Follow @podmeetsworldshow on Instagram and TikTok! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Kat Dennings might just be Danielle’s soulmate, but this week, she’s just the newest guest on Teen Beat!    The real life Lydia Deetz explains what it was like growing up in a haunted stone cottage from the 1600s. Not a joke.   Kat also details her journey from teenage Hanson fanatic to their music video co-star - proving manifestation is real.   Plus, Danielle and Kat make plans to cruise into the sunset with matching vintage Ford Broncos after starring in a show called “Two Old Girls.”    It’s a match made in heaven on the newest Teen Beat! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Military school?? No! Will and Sabrina are watching "Cadet Kelly" starring Hilary Duff and Christy Carlson Romano. This film premiered in 2002 as a Disney Channel Original Movie. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

As we continue our quest through season 7, the hosts knew they had to reunite with a central figure (and roommate) from Boy Meets World: Jack Hunter himself, a.k.a. Matthew Lawrence.    Matthew explains why he finally felt comfortable during the final season, and how making Will crack up on set was easier than you’d think.   The gang also dives into Jack’s underdeveloped storylines, the abrupt end of his love story and why BMW was unlike any other sitcom set. All this on a new Pod Meets World, buddy!   Follow @podmeetsworldshow on Instagram and TikTok! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The gang has recapped their own 1990s sitcom. They’ve performed in televised dance competitions and analyzed The Traitors like seasoned veterans. They even slept in the real life Matthews family home. But now Rider is taking it one step further, venturing into a brand new realm: (fictional) True Crime.    Rider shares an exclusive preview of his upcoming 8-part podcast series, the newest addition to the Extended Pod Meets World Universe: The Red Weather. Follow along as he travels home to investigate the disappearance of a 17-year-old girl on Halloween night 1995. If you dare…   So listen in, and try to figure out what really happened, on a special episode of Pod Meets World! 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.

We’re only 3 episodes into season 7 and Shawn might be already joining the military? We get to know Angela’s father, who introduces the potential new path for Shawn, but Rider’s memory is clouded by the amount of push-ups he had to do.   Will has a shocking revelation about the Matthews family that leaves Danielle and Rider stunned, and it could change how you look at the rest of the series. And we find out that Will Friedle does his own stunts!   Plus, is gaslighting a form of love?? Find out on another recap from Pod Meets World!   Follow @podmeetsworldshow on Instagram and TikTok! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We’re traveling back in time for a DWTS focused episode as Danielle preps for the first live show of the year.   This week’s guest won her first Mirrorball back in 2014 with current DWTS host Alfonso Ribeiro, and now she’s our reigning champion with the Thunder from Down Under, Robert Irwin, but Danielle is ready find out what Witney Carson is all about!   Hear which season she wishes she could redo, and which she thought she had in the bag. We also learn about her dancing origin story and how her first trophy shaped an entire career path.    Plus…will Witney return next season?? We have her answer on this week’s return to Danielle With… See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Camille is up to no good… Will and Sabrina are watching “Hounded” starring Tahj Mowry, Shia LaBeouf and Ed Begley Jr.  This film premiere in 2001 as a Disney Channel Original Movie. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

One of the podcast’s most anticipated guests has finally frog splashed onto the show - and now he’s talking all about his guest star spot on Boy Meets World’s Season 7. Whether it’s Mankind, Cactus Jack or Dude Love, wrestling legend Mick Foley has brought electricity to the screen for decades and his steel cage appearance in “For Love and Apartments” was no exception.   Mick reveals who was most excited about his new role and what it was like continuing the tradition of pro wrestlers on the BMW set, succeeding Vader, his long time “rival” and friend.   Plus, Mick shares his process for wrestling choreography on TV, and exactly how Mr. Socko found his way onto the call sheet, for an all-new, no holds barred, Pod Meets World!   Follow @podmeetsworldshow on Instagram and TikTok! 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.

Only 2 episodes into Season 7 and here we are - body slamming and choking on a humanized sock.   It’s a battle for the apartment, complete with a cage match and Mankind cameo, as the connection between Boy Meets World and professional wrestling goes even deeper, with their history gaining yet another chapter. All while Topanga’s storyline reminds us how much cooler she is when she’s single.   But still, the gang cuts through how unlikeable Cory is to appreciate the high level of acting from Ben and Danielle takes us behind the scenes of how she filmed a fight scene with a broken elbow.   So listen up, or we’ll have to introduce you to Mr. Socko, on the new Pod Meets World!   Follow @podmeetsworldshow on Instagram and TikTok! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

For some parents, our teenage years felt like wrangling a wild animal. But for conservationist Terri Irwin, that's just job training.   Terri tells Danielle the story of how she went from rescuing creatures with her truck driver dad to becoming the matriarch of the First Family of Animal Conservation. Plus, she reveals that even crocodile wranglers had embarrassing teenage moments and shares her secret to raising TWO Mirrorball champions. And what tiny detail ALMOST kept Terri from meeting Steve Irwin? It's time to sit with a legend, this week on Teen Beat with Danielle Fishel! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The need for speed! Will and Sabrina are watching "Right on Track" starring Brie Larson and Beverley Mitchell.  This film premiered in 2003 as a Disney Channel Original Movie.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

When it comes to ‘80s pop stardom, it would be difficult to find someone as influential as this week’s guest, something as iconic as her denim jacket and somewhere as decade-defining as the shopping malls that made her famous.    This week on Pod Meets World - the gang is anything but alone, because they’re talking to Tiffany!   Tiffany shares the story of her 2nd place Star Search finish, how she almost focused on country music and the tour that changed everything. Hello? Buh Bye, I’m so at the mall.   From her smash cover of “I Think We’re Alone Now” to being emancipated as a minor to finding new success in the Upside Down, Tiffany talks about it all…on a new Pod Meets World!   Follow @podmeetsworldshow on Instagram and TikTok! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It’s finally arrived. Recaps of the 7th and final season of Boy Meets World have begun.    Our hosts know they’re entering uncharted territory, so Will opens up about why he’s been apprehensive about this part of the rewatch. And we hear the behind-the-scenes story of what happened when he pulled a wig off in front of the live studio audience…and got a completely unexpected reaction.   The gang also shares their final “How I Spent My Summer In Between Seasons,” with Rider detailing a European adventure and Danielle fulfilling a lifelong dream for her grandfather.    Is this season too self conscious? Has the energy completely shifted? We’ll find out as we dive right in to the long-awaited, and mostly avoided, Season 7 of Pod Meets World…   Follow @podmeetsworldshow on Instagram and TikTok! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

When you think of the angsty pop punk that helped define the most memorable moments of your life, there’s one band that comes to mind…blink-182. And now, a founding member of the iconic band, Mark Hoppus, joins Danielle for the first ever episode of Teen Beat!  From his first kiss to years of hilarious tour stories to Richard Simmons & his dad, our favorite former smoking goth is now giving the audience a piece of his own childhood. Plus, Mark helps premiere the Teen Beat theme song he made… It’s time for Danielle to finally turn the tables and get a legend to share THEIR teenage years!!! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Cheetah Love! It’s time Will and Sabrina close out the Cheetah franchise with the final film “The Cheetah Girls: One World” starring Sabrina Bryan, Adrienne Bailon and Kiely Williams. This film premiered in 2008 as a Disney Channel Original Movie. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Just days away from Season 7’s first recap, the gang is traveling from TGIF to Weekday mornings to hang out with an original Power Ranger, the legendary Walter Emanuel Jones!   Walter shares stories from his time as TV’s first black super hero on the popular ‘90s show, Mighty Morphin Power Rangers, a legacy that lives on, decades later.   He also debunks the “Red Ranger Curse” and opens up about what he heard on the set of the 30th anniversary Power Rangers special that finally fulfilled his actor dreams.   Plus, Walter admits some cruise ship debauchery and tells us what happened after !3 said goodbye to Zack and the Mastodon.   So summon your Zords, because it’s Morphin time on a brand new Pod Meets World!   Follow @podmeetsworldshow on Instagram and TikTok! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The 50 million downloads / listeners party continues at Yaamava’ Resort & Casino!  The hosts look back on 2025 to pinpoint their favorite moments and manifest what they want for 2026. Plus, hear what happens when Danielle decides to talk out the future of the podcast without any warning. And Will finally gets the prize he’s always wanted (even if it’s not a panini press).  Have a Happy New Year from everyone at Pod Meets World!  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We’re celebrating a huge milestone for Pod Meets World - 50 million downloads. Or 50 million different listeners per episode! Still not sure, but just go with it. Either way, it’s time for a party at Yaamava’ Resort & Casino!  Hear everything that happened when the gang hit the spa, played some games and took in the main event - a Janet Jackson concert.  And get ready for Part 2 - with an inside look at what’s coming (or not coming) when the Season 7 recaps end…on Pod Meets World. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

As we close out 2025, Will and Sabrina share the craziest places they’ve celebrated New Years Eve and highlights from the year as they get ready for 2026!  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Christmas tradition continues with your favorite high school teacher once again getting you ready for Santa’s yearly visit. William Daniels, a.k.a. Mr. Feeny, returns to recite the classic poem, The Night Before Christmas, and bring some iconic cheer to the holiday season… Merry Christmas, everyone! And here comes Season 7. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Will and Sabrina wish you a happy holidays! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Will and Sabrina have watched more movies than they cant count over the last two years, but do they remember what they rated them?… Find out if they’re right on the nose or completely off!  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The conversation rages on with Josh Radnor and Craig Thomas from “How We Made Your Mother” for a crossover with Boy Meets World you never saw coming.   Josh shares his unique audition for the role of Ted Mosby and details his new connection with the show, thanks to podcasting.   Craig talks about his newest endeavor: writing novels and Josh explains a familiar identity crisis after years of people calling him “Ted” in public.    It’s time for sitcom history as two of your favorites finally meet - on the conclusion of this Pod Meets World mash-up!!   Follow @podmeetsworldshow on Instagram and TikTok! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It’s the crossover you’ve been waiting for when Ted Mosby himself, Josh Radnor, and show co-creator Craig Thomas join Danielle, Will and Rider to go behind the scenes of “How I Met Your Mother.”   With Josh and Craig on their own rewatch podcast journey, they talk to the gang about the emotions they’ve already felt and how it’s already changed their lives.   Plus, they get into the controversial finale and Rider finds a new best friend, on an all-new Pod Meets World!   Follow @podmeetsworldshow on Instagram and TikTok! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

She has 15 seasons and 2 Mirrorball Trophies under her dance pants belt…and so Danielle is excited to close out Season 34 with Peta Murgatroyd! Find out what Peta would change about the show if she had Executive Producer power and how she’s handled her husband, fellow former pro Maks Chmerkovskiy,  finding himself in the headlines all season.  Plus, would she ever go back to DWTS? Find out on a brand new, and ready to transition into Teen Beat, episode of Danielle With! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Our holiday cheer continues, now just next door to the Boy Meets World soundstage, for a rewatch of Home Improvement’s Season 1 Christmas episode, “Yule Better Watch Out!”   The gang breaks down the cinematic directing choices that help this episode still hold up, and Will reveals his secret fantasy of stealing Tim Allen’s career.   Rider reveals why he hated Home Improvement before it even premiered, but reveals how now, thanks to a well-paced balance of multiple storylines, a Christmas pageant and the always relatable Santa dilemma, he’s a changed man.   So come along and grunt with us, when Tool Time becomes Yule Time, on a brand new Pod Meets World!   Follow @podmeetsworldshow on Instagram and TikTok! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Will they make it home for Christmas?? Will and Sabrina are watching “A Very Jonas Christmas Movie” starring Nick, Joe and Kevin Jonas.This filmed premiered on Disney+ and Hulu in 2025. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Thank God It's Friday meets Saturday Night's Main Event! The gang is on the ropes for John Cena's Final Match and they've decided to call his name, so now he's here...it's NXT fan favorite, Joe Hendry!!Joe reveals how a love for cartoons and playing in a rock band created a foundation to become the next big wrestling superstar (and maybe even the male Pod Meets World Champion).We learn about the science of finding the perfect BPM to get the audience on your side and what his WWE future may look like. And the gang celebrates the legacy of John Cena as he heads into retirement and how his advice to Joe before the Royal Rumble played a big part in his strategy moving forward.Plus…we may believe in Joe Hendry, but Will REALLY believes in aliens, right here on the main event of Pod Meets World. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The holidays are here, so Danielle, Will and Rider are drunk off Egg Nog and caroling at the door of their TGIF neighbors, “Full House.” It’s time to recap their Season 2 episode, appropriately named, “Our Very First Christmas Show”.    Though Rider is still a Full House novice, he shares his honest reaction to every Michelle scene, but we get him back on track by shaking a cup of M&Ms.    The trio dives into the lore of Elf on the Shelf and we explore John Stamos’s unorthodox journey to becoming a real life Beach Boy.    Plus...the gang learns that “Christmas isn’t about presents, it’s a feeling” on a new, spirited episode of Pod Meets World!   Follow @podmeetsworldshow on Instagram and TikTok! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

What happens when a boy takes Santa's sleigh for a joy ride?... Will and Sabrina are watching "Twas the Night" starring Josh Zuckerman and Bryan Cranston. This film was released in 2001 as a Disney Channel Original Movie. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It’s time to meet another crucial figure from within “The Nanny” universe - a second child actor supervised by Fran Drescher: Nicholle Tom! She played Maggie, the older sister of the Sheffield family, but you may know her from another family - one that rescued a lovable Saint Bernard named Beethoven. Nicholle shares her memories from auditioning for The Nanny, and what happened when the casting director with the “weird voice” turned out to be the star of the show. Plus, Nicholle reveals how they go the canine stars of Beethoven in-line…right here on a wild Pod Meets World! Follow @podmeetsworldshow on Instagram and TikTok! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The gang made it to the Disneyland Resort for a holiday kickoff at Disney California Adventure and the treats are FLOWING!  Danielle, Will & Rider sit down to decide which Disney character best represents them and they deep dive into the canine differences between Goofy and Pluto.  What are their favorite treats?? Their favorite rides?? And will Rider successfully stay the night in a log flume??  It’s time to celebrate the holidays at the Merriest Place on Earth with a special Pod Meets World! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

‘Tis the season for the happiest magic on Earth!  Danielle is recording an episode from Disney California Adventure, parked right in front of Cars Land! Danielle also details her upcoming DWTS live tour and reveals how she feels about going on the road for 3 weeks. And, since it’s the holidays at Disneyland, Danielle gets to try some of the delicious, and festive, new snacks offered in December… See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Another meeting of the Young Hollywood Support Group is in session, and leading today’s meeting is none other than Busy Phillips! Busy shares stories from the set of her first show, Freaks & Geeks, where she hung with Linda Cardellini and was encouraged to creatively contribute. Imagine that!  We also return to Dawson’s Creek, another quintessential ‘90s show she starred in, but mysteriously disappeared in for the 2-part finale. Plus… we dive deeper into the cinematic Busy Phillips universe, from the criminally underrated “The Gift” to the always mentioned “White Chicks.” All on a new, and exciting, episode of Pod Meets World! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Danielle Fishel spent her teenage years inside millions of homes, every Friday night, portraying the iconic Topanga Lawrence on the family sitcom, Boy Meets World. From her first kiss to her first haircut – absolutely everything was caught on camera. Thirty years later, she’s come to the realization that numerous generations have witnessed her most formative (and awkward) years – and now she’s looking to turn that spotlight around. “Teen Beat with Danielle Fishel” will find the former child star, current TV director and recent Dancing with the Stars contestant, sitting down with other celebrities to unearth details from their (untelevised) upbringings. Since their first pimple wasn’t highlighted during TGIF programming, the least they can do is talk about it now.  By cracking open their childhood diaries to reveal embarrassing fashion choices, school crushes and dramatic friend fallouts, Danielle isn’t just chasing nostalgia - she’s using the memories as a roadmap to understand who her guests have become and what the future could bring. Danielle Fishel gave you her childhood – now it’s time we hear yours. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Shine bright, shine far... be a star! Will and Sabrina are watching “Life Size” starring Lindsay Lohan and Tyra Banks. This film premiered in 2000 as a Wonderful World of Disney movie. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It’s hard to discuss the importance and cultural impact of Boy Meets World without mentioning the creative enigma that is Ubaldo, the partying nerd in Season 2’s “The Uninvited.” And now the man behind the character speaks, when Phil Glaser joins Pod Meets World.   All jokes aside, Phil’s journey in child acting began in front of Steven Spielberg as the iconic voice of Fievel Mousekewitz in “An American Tail” and included a shared role on stage with one of our hosts.   He’s since transitioned behind the camera as a producer on movies and hit TV shows like MobLand and Mare of Easttown - but it all began as Ubaldo, the coolest dork in town.   Learn all about this interesting journey and his memories from set, on an all new PMW…   Follow @podmeetsworldshow on Instagram and TikTok! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Daniettes have gone from ballroom newbies to certified experts - finishing their first ever season of Dancing with the Stars! The boys look back at all eleven episodes of cha-chas and quicksteps in order to pick the best dance of the finale - and decide if the champ actually deserved that Mirrorball after all… Will and Rider break down the instant dances, the show stopping freestyles, and why choosing a song with a curse word might not help when it comes to votes from the older demo.  Plus, find out why Danielle is now on Will’s sh*t list! It’s the new, and final, episode of Pod Meets Twirl’d! Follow @podmeetsworldshow on Instagram and TikTok! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

There’s no harder working crew on TV than the fast-paced, always-on-call team behind Dancing with the Stars. And arguably, no one is under more pressure than the costume department. Tasked with creating dozens of new outfits every week, it’s no surprise this team has seen its share of award show nominations. And helping lead the pack - costumer Daniela Gschwendtner! Hear all about her creative process and how every single rhinestone has a reason. And what themes does she look forward to every year? And which does she dread? Plus, find out which past costumes she considers iconic - all on a new Danielle With… See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It’s Thanksgiving, and we’re making the trip from TGIF to to Must See TV for a recap of the beloved Friends episode,  “The One with the Rumor” (which you probably know as the “The One with Brad Pitt.”)   While planning a feast with Ross, Rachel, Chandler, Monica, Phoebe and Joey, the gang tries to figure out which “Friend” reminds them most of Will…and realize there’s only one clear answer.    They also break down why seeing a movie star on TV was such a monumental moment and Rider shares his hot take on Thanksgiving turkey.   So grab a plate with plenty of sides - it’s a Thanksgiving edition of Pod Meets World!   Follow @podmeetsworldshow on Instagram and TikTok! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

All good things must come to an end…even if you’re too busy foxtrotting to notice. Dancing with the Stars has crowned its new champion, but before the votes were counted, Danielle found herself back in the ballroom for one last dance! Learn all about last week’s group rehearsals, when every eliminated contestant returned for the season finale. And also - did Dylan somehow find a way to strategize again?  Plus, hear what Danielle thinks about the new champ AND her upcoming participation in the DWTS Live Tour! Will she be in your city? Get ready for a new, finale-sized episode of - Danielle With… See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

I put a spell on you, and now… Will and Sabrina are watching the Disney Halloween classic “Hocus Pocus” starring Bette Midler, Sarah Jessica Parker and Kathy Najimy.  This film premiered in 1993 as a theatrical film.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Matt Johnson is one of Hollywood’s brightest up-and-coming writer / directors with an already long list of creatively inspiring work, but above all else - he’s a Boy Meets World super fan!  Matt joins Pod Meets World to explain how Eric Matthews is to thank for almost everything he’s ever made and why filming his cult classic TV show (and upcoming movie), “Nirvanna The Band the Show,” was only possible in Canada.  Plus, he’s about to make the big budget movie version of something very near and dear to the boys’ hearts - Magic: The Gathering. So it’s time to find out as much as he’s willing to tell us… Alert the press! We think the gang found their new Cory, on an all new Pod Meets World the Interview the Podcast! Follow @podmeetsworldshow on Instagram and TikTok! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It’s the semifinals and ANYTHING could (and did) happen! And thanks to Prince night, Rider has his own shocking revelation - he may like the Jive after all.   We’re pulling for Dylan, but could he pull it together?? Our predictions for who’s going home are getting tougher and tougher, while Will takes us on a journey through this less than intense vocal warm-up routine.   Plus, on top of trying to figure out dancing techniques and judging strategies, the Daniettes dive into the behind the scenes drama from The Secret Lives of Mormon Wives (another show they know absolutely nothing about!)    And Will has to somehow argue the cultural impact of a scrappy little artist named Prince…all on Pod Meets Twirl’d!   Follow @podmeetsworldshow on Instagram and TikTok! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We’re just days away from the Season 34 finale of DWTS so Danielle is sitting down with a Mirrorball champ and the man who now sees it all - Alfonso Ribeiro! Alfonso opens up about his path to hosting the biggest show in America, reflects on his partnership with Witney Carson and shares his deep appreciation for this season’s standout stars. Plus, he shares the one piece of advice he gives every new celeb and reveals his take on the scores everyone can’t stop arguing about. It’s all on a brand new, and finale ready, episode of Danielle With… See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Halloween may be in the rear view, but we’re not ready to give up on the spookiest time of the year. The gang is returning to the TGIF-verse for a rare TV sitcom sequel in the form of  Family Matters, Stevil 2: This Time He’s Not Alone!   How does this second installment hold up to the original? Does it excel with the same fun campy humor or is it bogged down by dummies?   Danielle, Will & Rider celebrate the absurd, but exciting puppet fight, but have some questions about Carl almost being possessed by a…dresser.   And we witness the appearance of an iconic 90s sitcom robe, on another Urkel-sized edition of Pod Meets World! Follow @podmeetsworldshow on Instagram and TikTok! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

You just can’t keep a dancer away from the ballroom! Danielle is back at DWTS, sitting in the audience, on the edge of her seat for the semifinals.  Find out why she went back for Prince Night, her reaction to the dances and what she thought of the surprising elimination. Plus, Danielle gets real about how much the show, and her cast mates, have meant to her. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Zetus lapetus! Will and Sabrina are watching Zenon: The Sequel starring Kirsten Storms, Shadia Simmons and Phillip Rhys Chaudhary.  This film premiered in 2001 as a Disney Channel Original Movie. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

“The Child Star Club” is back in session! The gang is hanging out with Madeline Zima (a.k.a. Grace on “The Nanny”), whose Hollywood career started at the ripe old age of 28 months, and has never slowed down.   Madeline shares the story of auditioning for “The Nanny,” not realizing it was the show that starred “the lady with the voice,” and we hear which famous guest star instructed the cast to not look her in the eyes.    Madeline also had a role on "Twin Peaks” and may be the only podcast guest to have given David Lynch an influential directing note.   Plus, find out which host was Madeline’s childhood crush - on an all new Pod Meets World!   Follow @podmeetsworldshow on Instagram and TikTok! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It’s a somber week for the Daniettes, but they must cha cha on for the star-studded 20th Anniversary episode of Dancing with the Stars.  Rider experiences a total 180, somehow finding excitement in a Danielle-less episode, even wondering if this was his week favorite yet! We get into possible Mormon Wives conspiracy theories, some clarity on judging logic and why Derek Hough is the most deserving critic on the panel. Plus, some new predictions as we head into the semi-finals on Pod Meets Twirl’d! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

She’s topping the DWTS leaderboard heading into the semi finals…but first Whitney Leavitt is stopping by the podcast and opening up to Danielle.  Find out what she thinks of her “prior dance experience” and all the online talk of favoritism on DWTS.  Plus, Whitney talks about growing up in the Mormon church and how she’s feeling the week of the Hulu show season premiere. It’s time for new friends to reconnect, on a brand new episode of Danielle With… See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It’s a dream come true for Will Friedle, with the smell of mashed potatoes and turkey in the air, the holiday trip down themed episodes continues, now with an 8th season Thanksgiving script of M*A*S*H. We hear a scholarly dissertation on the strengths of the early years of the show, the laugh track negotiations and how it seamlessly swapped out the main cast by season 8.  Rider is upset with all the upset tummies, but can’t help by compare the adventures of M*A*S*H to the Boy Meets World universe. Plus, in a debate that’s more intense than the final shot of The Sopranos…we try to figure out what really happens to Klinger with his ambiguous gasp, all on a new episode of Pod Meets World you’re sure to be thankful for… Follow @podmeetsworldshow on Instagram and TikTok! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Danielle may have been eliminated last week, but nothing could stop her from sitting in the ballroom for the 20th anniversary of DWTS! Hear all about the star studded audience and the bitter sweet feeling of having a brand new POV of the action. Plus, Danielle gets emotional talking about the dance evolution of her peers and even gives you a behind the scenes look at the exclusive after party!  It’s all on a brand new, anniversary edition of Danielle With… See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A high school hockey player forced to lead his sister's Girl Scout troop... Will and Sabrina are watching "Den Brother" starring Hutch Dano and G Hannelius. This film premiered in 2010 as a Disney Channel Original Movie. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Boy Meets World may have featured a cameo tag team of Vader & Mankind, but Pod Meets World is welcoming a new undisputed champion to their stable: Trish Stratus!  The WWE icon takes us through her journey to the big show, from her early dreams of becoming a pediatrician to leveraging the world of fitness into becoming a GOAT of the squared circle.  Trish also opens up about the physical toll of sports entertainment and how she was instrumental in training audiences to see female wrestlers as equal athletes.  It’s time for an action-packed, battle royal episode of Pod Meets World! Follow @podmeetsworldshow on Instagram and TikTok! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It’s Rock and Roll Hall of Fame Night on Dancing with the Stars and the Daniettes are facing the bitter truth…their beloved Danielle Fishel has been eliminated.    BUT…that won’t stop two guys who know nothing about dance, or the show, from recapping the fiercest dance competition on ABC!    A Garden State icon leads Alix and Val to the standout performance of the night, while Flavor Flav didn’t help the controversies surrounding the scoring. And how did Will and Rider react to Carrie Ann’s apology to Danielle?   Plus, will his place as “the people’s champion” be enough to take Andy Richter to the finals? We’re standing up at the judges table, yelling at the top of our lungs and unbuttoning our dress shirt down to our navels…on an all new, somber Pod Meets Twirl’d!  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

With Danielle out of the competition, the Daniettes aren’t quite ready to call it quits on Dancing with the Stars. Mostly because there are still questions that need answers. And that means it’s time to call in an expert - Sharna Burgess. The Danielle With universe unites to try and make sense of judging strategy, song & dance selection and the concept of choreography. And it’s never been more relevant to talk about her Mirrorball trophy with partner Bobby Bones. Hold your paddles - it’s time for Pod Meets Twirl’d… Follow @podmeetsworldshow on Instagram and TikTok! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It’s been an incredible 8 weeks for Danielle on Dancing with the Stars, but now that journey has come to an end. Danielle talks about her emotions leading up to Tuesday night’s show, how the story behind her dance was supposed to be told and how it felt to be the captain for that perfect score team dance. She may no longer be on the show but she’ll be dancing forever! It’s all on a brand new episode of Danielle With… See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

There's a mummy in the house! Will and Sabring are watching Under Wraps starring Malachi Barton, Christian J. Simon and Sophia Hammons See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The gang is taking a trip to Capeside, Massachusetts, and into the universe of teen drama, to hang with Kerr Smith, a.k.a. Jack McPhee from Dawson’s Creek! Rider and Danielle may have wanted to be on Kerr’s show, but we find out how his age played into his own journey on set. They dig deep into the development of Jack and how it felt playing a pioneering gay character, while protestors were heard outside the studio. Plus, we get an update on the Dawson’s Creek spinoff and the recent Broadway reunion! Let’s podcast beneath the milky twilight, on Pod Meets World… See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

He was there on day one and has seen it all! Louis van Amstel joins Danielle to talk about his history on Dancing with the Stars and what he thinks about its current resurgence. Louis also takes us behind the scenes to the genesis of the franchise and while he doesn’t have a Mirrorball, he tells us which of his celebrity partners mean more to him than any trophy. Plus, Danielle opens up about the difficult week she’s had going into Tuesday night’s show. It’s all on a brand new episode of Danielle With… See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It's Halloween night on Dancing with the Stars and the Daniettes continue to finding more tricks than treats when it comes to the judges scores!  Will and Rider give their honest reaction to a top contender landing out of sync, and how do they really feel about the People's Princess, Andy Richter?? Plus, talk of the unsung hero of the season, an underscored bff and an ignored harness - all on a new Pod Meets Twirl'd!! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

He may have been eliminated too soon, but he’ll always have a place in our hearts! It’s DWTS pro, and social media favorite, Brandon Armstrong joining Danielle to talk about how the season is shaping up, his shocking elimination and his thoughts on the f-word - “favoritism.”Brandon talks about future plans with his wife Brylee, details how they’ll handle the upcoming DWTS Tour and channels his inner basic bitch to finally try a Pumpkin Spice latte.And what about BBLs?? It’s all on a brand new episode of Danielle With… See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Now this is a story all about how our podcast got flipped turned upside down, and we’d like to take a minute, just sit right here, and tell you all about the Halloween episode of Bel-Air!   We’re still trick or treating, now in the NBC neighborhood, for Season 4, Episode 8 of The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air, “Hex and the Single Guy.” Enter the world of seances and Groundhog Days, even if no one truly understands the ending.   After the gang shares their own psychic experiences, they bond over something the world has too little of right now: bloopers.    Yo Holmes, smell you later!   Follow @podmeetsworldshow on Instagram and TikTok! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Halloween took over the ballroom tonight, and so did one very angry ghost bride!  Danielle and Pasha danced the Viennese Waltz to “Die with a Smile” and left nothing on the dance floor - but their blood! Find out how Danielle and the rest of the cast found out about Elaine and Dylan’s injuries and how the concept of her routine took shape in the first place. Plus, Danielle speaks on both the negative, and positive, nature of the internet this season. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Something’s fishy at the Megaplex… Will and Sabrina are watching “Phantom of the Megapelx” starring Taylor Handley and Corinne Bohrer.  This film premiered in 2000 as a Disney Channel Original Movie. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Kelsey Grammer made millions laugh as psychiatrist Frasier Crane on “Cheers” and “Frasier,” but now the man behind the character is opening up about the almost insurmountable challenges he’s faced his real life.  The legendary actor joins the gang for a conversation about the tragic death of his sister and how he unpacked the loss years later in his recent book. This is a raw and honest discussion about the silent struggles with grief and trauma, even behind the scenes of our favorite sitcoms, on an emotional Pod Meets World. Follow @podmeetsworldshow on Instagram and TikTok!   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Danielle and the Daniettes are joining forces for a round of Dancing with the Stars questions, and the answers are coming in faster than a jive!   Danielle pulls back the curtain to take you through the reality of a typical contestant’s day, and we learn it's more like Squid Game than a show about ballroom dancing.SOME of our judging questions get answered (sort of) and the gang tries to figure out which TGIF character could win a Mirrorball. Plus, find out what it would take for WILL to agree to be on Dancing with the Stars, all on a Q&A rumba of Pod Meets World! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The curtain rises. The music swells. The Daniettes are ready to defy gravity. Wicked Night has arrived on Season 34 of Dancing with the Stars and Will & Rider have opinions! The pool of competitors is dwindling, but the boys were unanimous with their predictions of who would go home, Plus, Rider holds nothing back when sharing what he noticed about the first dance.  But we do discover a crossroads when it come to lip syncing in performances, but they fall right back in step when it comes to “pros” vs. amateurs.  It was her best week yet, so just wait until you hear what Will and Rider think of Danielle showing her “serious” side - on an all-new Pod Meets Twirl’d! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

With the record for most pro seasons of DWTS under her belt, Cheryl Burke is now gearing up to be a guest judge on Halloween Night! But first, it’s time to visit - Danielle With…Cheryl talks about how she’s feeling stepping foot back to the ballroom, three years after her final season, and how she lead two non-dancers to the Mirrorball Trophy in her first two seasons!Plus, hear all about the tradition of Halloween Night dances!! It’s a good one, with a legend, so even think about missing out! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Step by step. Inch by inch. Slowly we turn to Halloween and our TGIF deep dive moves along. And this week we’re tackling a KILLER. It’s time for the full-size candy bar that is Family Matters, Season 8 Episode 7 - “Stevil!”   Jaleel White stuns the gang with a show-stopping performance, but the real breakout star was the walking, talking and fighting ventriloquist's dummy.   Join us as we uncover the best possible Halloween episode yet and a “Making Of” feature that gets a standing ovation, on another spooky Pod Meets World!   Follow @podmeetsworldshow on Instagram and TikTok! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It was pure magic in the ballroom as the stars danced to songs of Wicked, and Danielle landed her highest score of the season with FOUR NINES. It was her breakthrough redemption moment with an Argentine Tango to “No Good Deed” that had everyone on the edge of their seats.  Find out what happened during dress rehearsal that could have been a bloody mess during the live show!  Danielle breaks down her week of training leading up to her mom exception by moment yet, on a brand new episode of Danielle with the Stars… See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Your favorite witches are back! Will and Sabrina are watching “Halloweentown 2: Kalabar’s Revenge” starring Kimberly J. Brown, Debbie Reynolds and Daniel Kountz. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We love a good side quest on Pod Meets World, especially if it involves one of the “Worst Movies Ever Made.” Rider unknowingly reconnects with Michael Stephenson, a fellow veteran of the Oakwood Apartments and child star in, turned documentarian of, the infamous “Troll 2.”   Michael shares the story of how he auditioned for the movie, which should’ve been his first sign of how it would turn out.   And we hear how Michael, decades later, took fans behind the scenes with his documentary “Best Worst Movie,” reuniting the cast to look at how something becomes the “best worst movie.”    Sometimes it’s the weirdest experiences that teach us the most. So, join Pod Meets World, and a story for the ages, for their newest interview episode… See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

He’s the winner of Traitors Season 3 and she’s the Season 30 champ of Dancing with the Stars - but together, Dylan Efron and Daniella Karagach are now taking the ballroom by storm. Danielle’s fellow alliance members sit down to chat about Dylan’s tough decision to join the show and what it’s been like to finally accept the spotlight.And what do they think about having the highest score of the season so far? Is the pressure mounting? Plus, find out who Daniella wishes she could partner with if DWTS ever does another All-Stars season! It’s a straight up love fest on a brand-new Danielle with the Stars… See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Daniettes fight through tears to recap Dedication Night and give their thoughts on an emotional episode of Dancing with the Stars! Will joined his Boy Meets World family for the best seat in the ballroom, and almost became a little TOO involved with some of the dances. He’ll share the experience with Rider then analyze the imbalanced judging, the redemption of Dylan Efron and the performance of our dear Mr. Feeny, William Daniels.  Plus, Will and Rider reveal their theories on why there was no elimination! Sit back and jive through another turn on Pod Meets Twirl’d! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

With Halloween around the corner, and “The Scream Episode” analyzed to death, it’s time for the gang to look to other TGIF Halloween episodes for inspiration. And first up? Sabrina the Teenage Witch, and the 5th episode of their first season, “A Halloween Story.”   Let’s meet teenagers who dress as James Dean and Sabrina’s grandmother who found a way to totally miss the witch in her family. And was streaking really that fun??   Plus, Danielle, Will and Rider choose catchphrases for each other, on an all-new spooky Pod Meets World!   Follow @podmeetsworldshow on Instagram and TikTok! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Welcome to the ballroom, Mr. Feeny! It was Dedication Night and Danielle was joined by the one and & only William Daniels as she performed to the Boy Meets World theme song in the ballroom. It was a night filled with emotions and nostalgia, with the BMW cast sitting front row. But what did Danielle think about what the judges had to say about her Jive? And did she finally get her very first 8? Plus, find out why this week was the hardest yet and how things will be different for the show’s upcoming tribute to Wicked. It’s time for class - on a brand new episode of Danielle with the Stars! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

What happens when Zoey has an app that controls boys?… Will and Sabrina are watched Zapped starring Zendaya and Spencer Boldman. This film premiered in 2014 as a Disney Channel Original Movie. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Before American Pie or Beauty, Mena Suvari had TWO credits on her resumé for the same exact show - but NOT the same exact character! And because that show was Boy Meets World - she’s now coming on the podcast as…herself.   Mena shares her journey moving across the country to become an actor, eventually making it to John Adams High where she earned the title of “Your Crush’s Biggest Crush,” thanks to Rider revealing his teenage feelings decades later.   She also tells stories from the American Pie set and reveals the major superhero role Mena almost landed. It’s a reunion many seasons in the making - right here on Pod Meets World   Follow @podmeetsworldshow on Instagram and TikTok! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

He’s the man who made everyone step up their social media game…and now he’s forcing Danielle to step up her podcast game. Ezra Sosa joins Danielle with the Stars to talk about his journey to the ballroom.  Ezra talks all about his current partnership with Jordan Chiles, the upcoming DWTS tour and what it was like dancing with “criminal” Anna Delvey. Plus, how hard was it to convince Brandon to get a (fake) tattoo? Hear all about the show’s TikTok expert - on a new Danielle with the Stars!  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It’s Disney night on Dancing with the Stars, and Will and Rider learn that when you wish upon a star…you don't always get an 8!   We’re 4 weeks into Season 34, and the Daniettes still haven’t figured out how the scoring works, especially considering it almost unjustly sent their best friend home.    Plus, an influencer dressed as an evil fairy enchants our hosts and their dream role may just involve “keep your hands, arms and legs inside the rocket at all times." It's an A ticket with two newly anointed experts, right here on Pod Meets Twirl’d! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

She may have been one of the first pros eliminated from Season 34 of Dancing with the Stars, but there’s no doubt that Britt Stewart is a fan favorite. Britt sits down with Danielle to talk about the love bug that is Baron Davis, how she became a DWTS pro, and the show-mance that she never saw coming…Plus, Britt sets the record straight on why everyone seems to have an opinion on her and Emma’s partners. It’s time to get acquainted with one of the best, on a new Danielle with the Stars! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.