Pod Meets World

Bigger than the Oscars, Emmys & Tonys combined - it’s time for The Feenys. With the live finale recap on the horizon, it’s time to set some favorites in stone. From people to moments to super niche details, this ceremony covers them all. Danielle, Will and Rider tackle categories like “Best Character Who Deserved More,”  “Best Romp,” and “Best Pro...

No 2000s teenager made it through their youth without singing along to Hoobastank, so Danielle is going straight to the source to hear the stories behind the band with the most baffling name in rock. Singer Doug Robb and guitarist Dan Estrin detail their journey from local dive bars to festivals with Bob Dylan and Jessica Simpson, on the SAME stage! Danielle doesn’t hold back on the 818 cont...

Will and Sabrina continue their conversation on “Descendants: The Rise of Red”! This film premiered in 2024 as a Disney Channel Original Movie. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Tear it down, then paint the town red! Will and Sabrina are watching “Descendants: The Rise of Red” starring Kylie Cantrall, Malia Baker and Dara Reneé.  This film premiered in 2024 as a Disney Channel Original Movie. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Danielle Fishel is a professional podcaster. Valentin Chmerkovskiy is a professional dancer. And together, they are now…dancecasters.   This exciting duo is taking on a challenge beyond any ballroom: they’re recapping the newest Dancing with the Stars competition spinoff - The Next Pro.   Danielle and Val introduce the cast in this inaugural episode, we hear their first impr...

The Matthews and Bundys never met in real life, but for Pod Meets World - anything IS possible! So this week, the gang is chatting David Faustino (a.k.a. Bud Bundy from Married…with Children)!! David shares details on his TV debut at just three months old, his guest appearance on Family Ties alongside Michael J. Fox and how his love for hip hop inspired one of the greatest sitcom...

After a short break, Will and Rider have ventured back into the depths of Bravoland to recap not one, but TWO episodes of “In the City”!    While examining Yvonne’s dress argument, our hosts make a shocking discovery about a lesser-know wedding rule. Are you not allowed to wear red either??   Amanda and Kyle’s relationship might be beyond repair, an...

The moment has finally arrived (sort of). The gang has made it to the first part of the Boy Meets World series finale, but is it just…a clip show??   Danielle, Will and Rider jump at the chance to look back, basking in the innocence of Season 1, while trying to remember exactly how this whole thing ends.   Before the Pennbrook students go their separate ways, we break down Eric&rs...

No stroll through early 2000’s pop culture is complete without the greatest Canadian import since maple syrup! From movies like Old School, Love Actually, The Girl Next Door and House of Wax, Danielle is hanging out with - Elisha Cuthbert!   Both of their first kissed may have played out on-screen, but Elisha’s real life lessons all came from “Popular Mechanics for Kids.&rdq...

It’s not every day balloons grow… Will and Sabrina are watching “Balloon Farm” starring Rip Torn and Mara Wilson.  This film premiered in 1989 as a Wonderful World of Disney film.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week, the gang is throwing it back to Season 3 to talk to a legendary guest star who grew up to build his very own Empire. It’s time to chat with multi-hyphenate Danny Strong!  Danny played “Arthur” in “The Heart is a Lonely Hunter” and remembers how he landed the role by being anything but what they were looking for. He’d later became one of Hollywood...

Happy 4th of July, everyone! An annual tradition for iHeart podcasts, we give the hardworking and tired crew a well-deserved holiday break. In the meanwhile, join Danielle, Will and Rider as they share their downtime plans and reveal more details about the upcoming (and SOLD OUT) live Boy Meets World finale recap at the iHeartRadio Theater!   The full recap video will be availa...

Will and Rider have ordered another round of cocktails for the newest episode of “In the City” and they’re lookin’ for someone to pick up the tab. Rider has shockingly found himself invested in Kenny’s family and we try to figure out if Amanda’s slow-motion move out is salvageable…or should everyone just walk away.  We return to Lindsay’s...

In the conclusion of our series finale Q&A, Danielle, Will and Rider dive even deeper into YOUR burning questions! The gang reflects on how their characters evolved (or regressed) over the show’s run, Rider evaluates his later-season performance from the perspective of an acting coach and they reveal the guests they wish they could have interviewed on the podcast.  Plus, we find out...

The series finale of Boy Meets World is nearly upon us, but before that chapter is closed, there are MORE secrets to uncover with a good old fashioned Q & A. With nothing to lose, the gang discusses their overall journey on the show, how they’d change the finale and what could’ve happened if they produced a NY-centric Season 8. Danielle, Will and Rider also look back on their first...

Lauren Lapkus is a legend in the podcast game, making dozens of legendary appearances as a handful of different colorful characters. But now, she’s sitting down with Danielle to share true (and embarrassing) childhood stories that built who she is today!   The Stuart Can’t Save the Universe star admits to immaculately maintained collections of rubber animals, pencils and soaps, wh...

It’s good to be bad! Will and Sabrina are watching “Descendants 3” starring Dove Cameron, Sofia Carson, Cameron Boyce and Booboo Stewart. This film premiered in 2019 as a Disney Channel Original Movie. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

When Boy Meets World premiered on ABC in 1993, it succeeded another iconic sitcom - one that had only one question for its viewer: “Who’s the Boss?” And now the gang is hanging out with the youngest Bower sibling, Danny Pintauro, who played Jonathan for a whopping 8 seasons! Danny shares the highs and the lows of performing as a child actor, from booking a commercial off a Polaro...

Will and Rider continue their recap of Bravo’s “In the City” and the unthinkable may have happened…are they emotionally invested in the show??  While Rider finds himself drawn to Kenny’s storyline, Will promises you'll NEVER catch him sipping on a Loverboy.  The boys are filled in on the adjacent Summer House drama to try and figure out why e...

The gang at Pennbrook are just days away from Graduation and facing a major dilemma. Angela is leaving for Europe with her father, which has Will spiraling down a logistics rabbit hole - Why does Angela have to leave RIGHT NOW?   They take a moment to highlight Angela’s importance to the group, as Danielle points out that her departure supplies an emotional weight she always deserv...

It’s a 21 Under 21 reunion when Mya joins Danielle for a new episode of Teen Beat!    The legendary singer/dancer/actress shares her early dreams of being an entertainer, and we find out how she survived her teen years, which included a rebellious nose piercing and fake ID.    Mya also tells stories from working with iconic producers like Tricky Stewart and how watch...

What's the sitch? Will and Sabrina are watching “Kim Possible: So the Drama” starring Christy Carlson Romano and Will Friedle. This film premiered in 2005 as a Disney Channel Original Movie. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The gang is taking a trip from Cedar Heights to 21 Jump Street to hang with their TGIF neighbor, Holly Robinson Peete! Holly shares her journey from broke college student to Officer Judy Hoffs and how she barely made it to the audition thanks to faulty brakes.  Will lets his inner fanboy fly and Holly talks about her relationship with Mark Curry, a duo that went down in sitcom history. Plus,...

The gang held the very first public screening of their movie, Doc Meets World, at the prestigious Tribeca Film Festival, and they’re ready to talk all about it!    Danielle, Will and Rider open up about experiencing the film with a sold-out audience and how it uncovered new angles and details they had never seen before.    Will shares an unbiased and completely...

Will and Rider feel even more confident with their recaps of “In the City” after a recent pilgrimage to “THE” city! Rider admits that while in New York, he was constantly thinking about the show and his new parasocial besties: Lindsay, Kyle and Amanda. This week, the guys break down Lindsay’s date with the country singer, which leads to a full flirt evaluation compare...