Pod Meets World

It’s ladies’ choice for this recap, as Danielle, Rider & Will tackle “Turnaround,” an episode with a surprise Christmas tie-in. Dates are juggled, butts are checked out and makeovers are performed on guest star Natanya Ross, all in the name of a book the group wants to read together, Pygmalion.  Cory and Topanga share a rare Season 2 moment - but will the gang dig this episode? Grab your schoo...

One of the most recognizable faces on Boy Meets World might not immediately come to mind when thinking of the show, but on this week’s episode, the gang will remind you that guest Blake Clark, a.k.a. Chet Hunter, is absolutely a Hollywood legend. Beyond appearing in a dozen or so Adam Sandler movies (Waterboy, anyone?), at one point in the ‘90s, Blake appeared on a new ABC sitcom every night of th...

Our hosts sit down to recap “The Beard,” an episode that follows Shawn’s madcap attempt at basically dating two women at once. And while they analyze the madness, Danielle wonders if it’s finally time to talk to a very important person in her life, even if that person doesn’t know that she is. And Rider recalls meeting a life-long friend while taping this episode, then buying a Blind Melon CD in B...

The gang FINALLY finds out how Harley’s real name is Harvey, as TK is introduced to steal Cory’s heart in “Sister Theresa.” Listen in as Danielle, Rider & Will induct a new member into the Guest Star Hall of Fame. Plus, Will reads from a 30-year-old journal and was the studio audience really filled with inmates?? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

There are a lot of important roles behind the scenes of a TV show, and one of the biggest is “Stage Manager.“ Especially when the Stage Manager goes above and beyond their textbook roles, like Didi DeStefano did on Boy Meets World. Learn how she used her jaded experience in the industry to protect the cast and find out even more about what happened off camera. AND wait until you hear what amazing...

A romantic and steamy episode makes for quite a hot podcast as the gang recaps episode 9 of Season 2, “Fear Strikes Out.”  We find out Rider likes Knott’s Berry Farm much more than his wardrobe vest, and Danielle explains what “rizz” is to her Gen X co-hosts.   And although they wonder why Cory is so scared to kiss someone he’s already kissed, they do figure out why this new coffee shop looks so f...

Writer / director Mark Blutman finally joins the podcast and it has all the feels of a family reunion! Mark, who joined the staff in 1995, shares story after story of his BMW days, including a funny football storyline that never made it to script. Listen in as the gang weighs the pros and cons of looking back on your old work and Mark reveals if he regrets leaving the show early. Hear more from a...

Rock n’ Roll is here to stay - even when you’re a middle-aged suburban supermarket manager and a pre-pubescent teen who’s never picked up an instrument. Listen in as the gang recaps an iconic episode of Boy Meets World that features real life rock stars, the debut of “Senior” Adam Scott and, most importantly, the relaxing sound of FOUR guitars jamming at once. The Tongues are back, baby! Plus, fin...

We’ve heard a lot about Danny McNulty, a.k.a Harvey ‘Harley’ Keiner, over the past few weeks and we’ve all been excited to hear the story directly from his mouth. So this week - we’re honored to share just that.  Danny joins Pod Meets World to fill in the gaps and share everything they never knew. What happened at that fateful table read and why why was he replaced on the show? How similar was Dan...

Everyone remembers their first…especially if it didn’t actually happen. This episode features some high school documentary filmmaking and the great misunderstanding of Cory and Topanga’s accidental sleepover. Find out what Danielle recalls happening (or not happening) heading into such an adult themed episode and the advice Michael Jacobs gave her that helped her acting for the rest of the series....

You demanded it - and here he is. Ethan Suplee, formerly known as Frankie Stecchino Jr., may look completely different, but he’s still the talented and passionate human that made his professional debut on Boy Meets World almost 30 years ago. Ethan chats with the gang about the reason he acts, his friendship with Joey the Rat and some behind the scenes partying you’ll never see coming.  Get ready f...

It’s time to face one of the most divisive moments in BMW history: a metaphorical wacky romp where Cory becomes…a werewolf. Somewhere between a Halloween episode and a tale about puberty, this episode features Phyllis Diller, one actor’s true commitment to absurdity and the revival of Topanga. Hear all about the spooky full moon kiss, a Lily gag that now feels like a writer’s room inside joke and...

Well, well, well…if it isn’t the return of Joey “The Rat” Epstein, a.k.a. Blake Sennett, a.k.a. Blake Soper.  And despite being an on-screen tough guy, Blake IRL is a really good dude! Danielle, Rider & Will discuss Blake’s time on BMW, a career well before his rise to musical stardom, and the personal struggles he had to overcome to be the man he is today. And can he shine any light on “the h...

The gang has invited you to a NERD PARTY. This episode has classic quotes, solid lessons and impressive background acting! Plus, the first sighting of…Chubbie’s!! And as if that wasn’t enough, Will reveals what his house currently smells like and did someone say “BMW the musical”?! The invites are being handed out - are you in or out? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

After watching “Pairing Off” a few weeks ago, the gang wondered what the guest actress, Marguerite Moreau, thought about the episode’s somewhat confusing make out scene - so they decided to find out. The Mighty Ducks actress recalls her weeks on Boy Meets World and takes a stroll down the path of TV kisses and strange teenage tension.   Marguerite also dishes on her first job, The Wonder Years, an...

The roller coaster that is Season 2 continues, with an unexpected low point thanks to the lessons of The Grapes of Wrath and basketball shorts over sweatpants. Can Danielle and Rider convince Will that his storyline of being “whipped” continues to drag or will he be able to show them the importance of union building and obscure old-timey references?  And the gang finally takes on the task of assig...

The world’s most surprising Boy Meets World guest star has entered the chat! Adam Scott might be a recent Emmy nominee, but he’ll always be Griff in our hearts. Adam clears the air on his abrupt entrance in, and exit from, the show and finally addresses an awkward on-set incident that has quietly haunted him for almost 30 years. And Danielle analyzes a message board post Adam saw in the early days...

Things are looking up for Season 2 as the hosts enjoy the witty pacing, elite jokes and prank filled flow of a Mr. Weeny debacle. Or maybe it’s just Blake’s line read that has them uncontrollably laughing.  And the love keeps coming when Will admits to dating his on-screen love interest IRL for 6-7 months (!!!). Who could it be? Plus a heartfelt tribute to a beloved Boy Meets World writer… See omn...

When an unfamiliar name popped up during Season 1’s rewatch as the writer of two iconic episodes, the gang knew they what they had to do. After some internet sleuthing and trepidation to participate, writer Janette Kotichas joins the show to fill in the blanks on why, despite two incredible scripts to her name, she did not return for Season 2 (and soon after, left the business). A writing staff of...

They knew the episode was coming, but that doesn’t make it any less awkward! It’s finally time to make our way into Alan and Amy’s bedroom for a little make out sesh, as Will gets hot & heavy with some never before heard details. And the Cory / Topanga storyline we all know and love sure seems far in distance as Cory has eyes for another student and is beginning to feel the effects of puberty....

The most anticipated guest has arrived in the form of Anthony Tyler Quinn, a.k.a. The Cool Teacher, Mr. Turner. The beloved actor reunites with his students to talk about which character he was first tapped to play, his special bond (and pranks) with Will and what he makes of his unceremonious and abrupt goodbye.  You’ve asked for it, and here it is - the type of reunion this podcast was made to f...

Starting a new school year usually involves a lot of nervous energy, and this podcast is no different. After a surprising, and emotional letter to the gang, Will, Rider and Danielle bob and weave through Season 2’s new characters, new stories, a brand new show opening and an overall sense of dizzying shock. It’s a new era and we’re not sure we’re ready at all. Jump back in for the good, the bad an...

To put a pretty little bow on Season 1, Danielle, Rider & Will sit down with Ceej and TC, the hosts of the OTHER favorite BMW podcast, Bruh Meets World, to get a fans’ point of view on the podcast so far. What did they like? What didn’t they like? And what questions still linger beyond the finale? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Will, Rider and Danielle talk to a card carrying member of the Boy Meets World guest star Hall of Fame: actress Lindsay Price (aka “Linda” from “Teacher’s Bet”). They reminisce about the weight of her role, what it’s like to cry on cue and who on set she may have had a crush on. Get ready - it’s time for a REAL child actor to join the show! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The gang was worried that supermodel, super entrepreneur & former Boy Meets World guest star Kathy Ireland wouldn’t remember them 30 years later - but WOW, were they wrong! The gang reminisces about her tape day and get filled in on her wildly inspirational journey in business. It’s a Winter Wonderland on this episode of Pod Meets World! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.