Pod Meets World

It’s time for another Pod Swap! Yup, that’s still the name. We’re hanging around the pool with the iconic stars of the ‘90s pop culture juggernaut, Melrose Place, and the current hosts of the “Still the Place” podcast: Daphne Zuniga, Laura Leighton and Courtney Thorne-Smith! It’s time to find out what would happen if Boy Meets World moved into Melrose Plac...

What happens when a gymnast and her hockey player brother swap bodies?! Will and Sabrina are watching “The Swap” starring Peyton List and Jacob Bertrand. This film premiered in 2016 as a Disney Channel Original Movie.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It’s time to catch up with Danielle, Rider and Seat 4C!  In addition to an update on their current situations with the tragic California wildfires, we hear all about Danielle and Will’s ringside adventure at WWE RAW on Netflix, where Will made headlines. Now if only they knew his name. Rider also shares his vagabond vacation in New Zealand and we find out how Indy unlocked his inn...

It’s time to talk to Boy Meets World’s most famous background actor!  Before he was Kumar, before he became a doctor on “House” and before he met your mother, Kal Penn found his way onto our favorite ‘90s sitcom - even though you probably never knew it.   Kal joins the gang to share his memories from the Season 4 episode, “Quiz Show,” and talk ab...

It’s senior year at John Adams High, and the gang is graduating - just in time for another Pod Meets World Draft! Season 5 had some of the best episodes of the series (and some of the worst), so it’s sure to be a fierce competition.   Is the Scream episode a sure-fire first pick? Will someone draft “Starry Night” as a joke? And what the hell is left in these last two s...

Ready, set, skate! Will and Sabrina are watching “Go Figure” starring Jordan Hinson, Whitney Sloan and Cristine Rose. This film premiered in 2005 as a Disney Channel Original Movie.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

When it comes to quintessential TGIF interviews, this week, we DID do that. We’re jumping across the ABC multiverse to the world of “Family Matters” to hang out with Steve Urkel himself…Jaleel White!   The gang bonds with Jaleel over their experience growing up on a sitcom and find out why he was skeptical of a “Family Matters” reboot!   Urkel started...

How did we miss this? It’s probably old age. We somehow forgot to have a Season 4 draft, so…better late than never! Danielle, Will and Rider once again go head to head, this time to choose their favorite Season 4 episodes in an attempt to win YOUR votes.   Who will score the sweet sounds of Shallow Boy? Who will recruit the emotional crossroads of Fishing for Virna? And who will...

What time is it? HSM 2 time! Will and Sabrina are watching “High School Musical 2” starring Zac Efron, Vanessa Hudgens, Ashley Tisdale and Corbin Bleu. This film premiered in 2007 as a Disney Channel Original Movie.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It’s the final show of 2024 and our hosts are closing out the year with a bang (at 7:30 PM). Find out what’s taking Danielle to Vegas for only one night and why Rider is renting a camper van in New Zealand.   And Will might attend the most glamorous New Year’s Eve party of all, as we close the book on yet another year of Pod Meets World! See omnystudio.com/listener for priva...

We’ve lit a fire, we’ve poured some hot chocolate and we’ve got a special holiday surprise from your favorite high school teacher!  William Daniels, a.k.a. Mr. Feeny, is here to recite the classic poem, The Night Before Christmas, and bring some iconic cheer to the holiday season… Merry Christmas, everyone! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Before we say a final goodbye to John Adams High and graduate to Pennbrook, the gang is taking one last look at the controversial season 5 with Ceej and Tony from their favorite fancast, “Bruh Meets World!”   The season had a rough start, but still had some bangers! Find out which episodes worked, and which ones completely missed the mark.  And they return to “And Then...

We’ve made it! We've earned our diplomas and now it’s time to leave not only John Adams high, but also - Boy Meets World, Season Five. Some familiar faces have returned for class, but one show favorite didn't quite get the respectful send-off he deserved. And even though it was a joyous celebration, that didn’t stop WIll and Matt from pulling a prank during rehearsal! And with a...

Nothing says Christmas like the Rockefeller Christmas tree in New York City! Will and Sabrina are watching “The Christmas Tree” starring Julie Harris and Andrew McCarthy. This film premiered in 1996 as an ABC Television Film. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ever wonder what it would be like if the stars of Boy Meets World, Full House and Step by Step all hung out together?? Well, the ‘90s crossover of your dreams is now a reality! No matter the day of the week, it’s TGIF when Andrea Barber & Jodie Sweetin from “How Rude, Tanneritos” and Stacey Keanan & Christine Lakin from “Keanan and Lakin Give You Déj&ag...

Consider this your acceptance letter, with a full scholarship, to another Boy Meets World recap! NO WAITLIST NEEDED!  It’s time to rewatch the penultimate season 5 episode, with college looming in the distance for the John Adams gang. Sure, Topanga was a straight A student and Shawn barely passed - but they still want to attend the same college!   Are we seeing Cory’s most &l...

Some people go straight to heaven, others need more time to earn their wings. Will and Sabrina are watching “Toothless” starring Kirstie Alley, Dale Midkiff and Ross Mallinger.  This film premiered in 1997 as part of The Wonderful World of Disney on ABC. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Production assistants might have the toughest job in Hollywood, especially before the internet, but the late nights and early mornings sure did make for some unforgettable stories. The gang is talking to former Boy Meets World PA, and current bigwig TV producer, John Beck, to find out what REALLY happened behind the scenes, from a whole new, entry level position.   John reveals how, well before he...

We’ve once again asked for voice memos from YOU, the listeners, about a “very special episode” of Boy Meets World that was so controversial, it was banned from The Disney Channel. And now it’s time to hear your opinions on “If You Can’t Be with the One You Love!” Should it have been banned? Or should it have aired to instill fear in children everywhere? Our hosts seem to be on the same page, but t...

Since the beginning of the podcast, the gang has been dreading the infamous, Disney Channel banned, Prom night episode. And here we are. Or are we? Danielle, Rider & Will rewatch the ACTUAL episode and find themselves with a fresh new perspective, in love with a certain interaction between Cory and a scene-stealing guest star. And Rider shares some of the behind the scenes drama about * how *...

’Tis the season for a white Christmas… in Los Angeles??  Will and Sabrina are watching “The Ultimate Christmas Present” starring Hallee Hirsh, Spencer Breslin and Brenda Song. This film premiered in 2000 as a Disney Channel Original Movie.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We’ve heard the gang endlessly wax poetic about the unseen heroes of Boy Meets World, and this week they’re talking to another example: one of their favorite actors from behind the scenes, Matt Kirkwood!  Matt worked on Boy Meets World for 6 seasons as a stand-in, even playing Chubbie for an episode, and he’s got stories that run from the very best of times, to…just some times. Hear why child acto...

We all remember so many life lessons from Mr. Feeny, and now Bill Daniels, and his students, are here to help with you one more challenge…what gifts to buy this holiday season!   Danielle, Will, Rider and Jensen suggest some perfect presents for the loved ones on your list, from skincare to meat thermometers!   Plus, Bill and Bonnie (a.k.a. Dean Bolander) share gym tips that might save your life,...

Danielle, Will and Rider have a lot to be thankful for - so they’ve decided to go home for the holidays and we saved you a seat at the table!   Join the gang at Rider’s childhood home of Redwood Shire and hear their favorite Thanksgiving traditions and memories. Also, it’s time to find out who has the most entertaining colonoscopy videos! There’s always room for stuffing - on a celebratory episode...

As the gang creeps up to the Season 5 finale, things are moving fast. So fast, they forgot to tell Shawn. Will shares his reaction to watching the devolution of Eric in real time, from adorably dumb to complete buffoon (or whatever other word of the day can describe his silly antics). And find out the exact moment that young Rider’s soul completely left his body. Plus, we get into the nuts and bol...