Pod Meets World

Close your eyes, make a wish… Will and Sabrina are watching “Stuck in the Suburbs” starring Danielle Panabaker, Brenda Song and Taran Killam.  This film premiered in 2004 as a Disney Channel Original Movie.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

When it comes to iconic ‘90s TV roles, it’s difficult to top Winnie Cooper - and the actress who gave the character life, Danica McKellar, is just as impressive!    Danica shares the story of how she landed the beloved gig on The Wonder Years at just 12 years old and why many of her co-stars were just pieces of tape.   And after a deep discussion comparing Winnie and Topanga, and their similar fir...

Here’s the story, of a man named Peter Brady! Will and Sabrina sit down with Christopher Knight inside the Brady House in Los Angeles for a very special interview. GROOVY! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

When you visit an art museum, you might be moved, inspired or, apparently, reunited with the “perfect” guy. Buckle up, as the gang analyzes what might be ANOTHER “Trapanga” for Cory in the form of fine art, as they try to figure out why so many storylines started when they were children.   The hosts dive deeper into Corpanga, and wonder if the duo ever actually listened to each other. Are they the...

They’re a bunch of cool cats!  Will and Sabrina are watching “Alley Cats Strike” starring Kyle Schmid, Robert Ri’chard and Kayley Cuoco.  This film premiered in 2000 as a Disney Channel Original Movie.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Even after 2 years of weekly podcasts, somehow the gang is still learning about how their show was made! And this week is no different when they talk to Andy Guerdat, an emergency freelance writer hired when the room ran out of ideas.  Andy shares the stories behind his two Season 5 scripts, “A Very Topanga Christmas” and “Fraternity Row,” and takes us into the writer’s room to explain his unortho...

In a high school crossover event that’s only happened in falsetto dreams and the most unhinged fanfic… the gangs hanging out with Jenna Ushkowitz and Kevin McHale from Glee and the podcast, And That’s What You REALLY Missed.   With the help of a first date worthy card game, we find out who fangirls who, a shocking off-brand fact about Rider and why Danielle isn’t quite as cultured as you’d think!...

Art thee prepared to ascend through an episode recap worthy of a sonnet? It's time to take Hollywood by storm and journey through the multiverse for the most meta Boy Meets World ever. Your favorite sitcom, “Kid Gets Acquainted with the Universe,” is on the air and ready for some big laughs, even if they're at the IRL actors' expense.     A table of kids is full of Nepo babies and Will shares how...

Everything is not what it seems. Will and Sabrina are watching “Wizards of Waverly Place: The Movie” starring Selena Gomez, David Henrie and Jake T. Austin. This film premiered in 2009 as a Disney Channel Original Movie. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It’s time to turn down the Sublime and check out this week’s interview with the only BMW guest star who knew Michael Jacobs AND Danielle before being cast.  Vanessa Evigan played the Rhinoplasty healed Kimberly in "If You Can't Be with the One You Love...,” but it was her time as an 8-year-old background actor, and her role as Middle School “buddy,” that would connect her to the show forever.  Van...

We once again turn to you, the listeners, to settle a debate even more heated than front yard vs. side yard: Is it a trap? Did Topanga manipulate Cory in “Torn Between Two Lovers?” Or is was it just bad writing? Our hosts have passionate feelings about it - how ‘bout you? The gang listens to voice memos sent in from listeners and hear all possible sides formulated from outside the bubble. Will any...

We’ve reached yet another historic milestone in the gang’s Boy Meets World rewatch: the first episode “banned” by the Disney Channel! It’s a polarizing storyline that has even Rider feeling uncomfortable almost 30 years later. It’s another rare Will-less BMW, so he’s ready to share his take as a viewer and dive deep into the expected tropes of a “very special episode.” And how exactly did a young...

Fans have been waiting for this one... Will and Sabrina are watching "Smart House" strring Ryan Merriman, Kevin Kilner and Stacey Sagal. This film premiered in 1999 as a Disney Channel Original Movie. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It’s another deep dive into “And Then There Was Shawn,” now inviting another Jeff back on the pod: the episode’s writer, Jeff Menell! The life-long movie buff details how the episode materialized, his horror inspirations and for the first time ever, we hear about what was cut during rewrites (and Feeny got off easy!)   For our last visit with the classic episode, we’re venturing onto the original...

Now that the “And Then There Was Shawn” recap is in the rear view, it’s time to get a different perspective - from behind the camera. The episode’s director, and reoccurring podcast guest, Jeff McCracken, reveals his unique approach for the spooky script, and how no audience and a single camera created some new challenges for the cast and crew. Plus…the gang asks McCracken about the “Yell Heard ‘R...

We finally made it. Widely regarded as the most memorable episode in the entire history of Boy Meets World, “And Then There Was Shawn,” now has an official recap. And yes, we dropped it on Halloween. The gang shares their memories from making the scare fest, including how director Jeff McCracken was pushed to his breaking point and what Rider really thought of the twist ending.   We’re pulling off...

HALLOWEEN IS COOL!  Will and Sabrina are watching a Disney Halloween classic “Halloweentown” starring Debbie Reynolds, Kimberly J. Brown and Judith Hoag. This film premiered in 1998 as a Disney Channel Original Movie. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Our celebration of “And Then There Was Shawn” rolls on to Halloween, now with Professor Rider Strong holding Office Hours and riding solo to dive deep into why this episode has resonated, and stuck, with fans for so long.   Rider engages in an in-depth analysis with horror scholar Kristopher Woofter, who shares his expert opinion on the evolution of horror in the ‘90s and the history of the slashe...

As our “And Then There Was Shawn” recap approaches, and the gang preps for what many believe is the best Boy Meets World episode ever, we first had to find out what the fans think.  After an open call for voice memos with your opinions, memories and hot takes, Danielle, Will and Jensen (producer/husband of the podcast) react to your reactions! Some found it legendary, some found it skippable and o...

The emotional roller coaster that is Cory and Topanga continues with a surprise visit from Lauren, which is creepy and weird - but also…they’re a good match? Who knows. Danielle, Will and Rider dive deep into the relationship drama of this season, and tackle a popular fan question about this episode: is Topanga manipulative? It’s a turning point in the BMW timeline, evolving from traditional sitco...

A dog is a man’s best friend! Will and Sabrina are watching “Life Is Ruff” starring Kyle Massey, Kay Panabaker, Carter Jenkins and Mitchel Musso.  This movie premiered in 2005 as a Disney Channel Original Movie. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The menus at Chubbie’s! A “New Principal is Weeny” headline! The infamous “red drink!”  These are just some of many legendary props that made Boy Meets World so special, and we’re talking to the man who made it all appear!! David Glazer was Prop Master for all 7 seasons of BMW and he’s ready to share how all these iconic artifacts came to life. Find out how he handled the tight turnarounds and wha...

We’ve kidnapped Will, Danielle and Rider and won’t let them leave until they recap a new, and baffling, Valentines Day episode of Boy Meets World!  Shawn’s ex-girlfriends, all returning guest stars, commit multiple felonies to “protect” Angela, and that might just be the least confusing part of the script! Find out what the gang thinks would’ve happened had Shawn’s friends never intervened and wha...

Let’s keep spooky season going! Will and Sabrina are watching “Mom’s Got a Date with a Vampire” starring Caroline Rhea and Matt O’Leary. This movie premiered in 2000 as a Disney Channel Original Movie.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Alan Matthews is back - this time as a director! The gang is once again hanging out with William “Rusty” Russ to get the story behind his first time behind the camera for “Heartbreak Cory,” one of the most infamous Boy Meets World episodes ever. Rusty shares his memories working with Linda Cardellini, an experience that forever helped him become an affective director, and recalls helming THAT mome...