Pod Meets World

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 big, yet somewhat disappointing, graduation speech, the gang wonders if Shawn was the actual star of this season, while Will details how his "To Sir" close-up, and two very special cameos, came together. And Topanga has made her big decision, giving the show its biggest cliffhanger yet! The gang knows they're in for a new era of BMW - but it all starts with this season finale rewatch on Pod Meets World...See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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 Déjà vu,” help create the biggest Pod Swap yet! Listen in as they look back on 2024 with a game that brings us all closer together…and reveals some major secrets. Find out who has the most experience choreographing male strippers and who’s the biggest tipper, all on a special holiday episode of Pod Meets World!And make sure to check out Parts 2 and 3 on their podcast feeds!!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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 “toxic” moment in the entire series, or has the fun not even begun? Plus, is Pennbrook even a good school?? Who’s running the Wilderness Store?? Our destinies lie in the hands of an admissions board - hold on tight, it’s a new Pod Meets World!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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 created "Liv & Maddy," he was “accidentally” hired as a Production Assistant for the show, which he admittedly thought was called “Boy Meets Girl." We hear the highs and the lows, from driving scripts to cast members' houses to getting in trouble for bringing TOO MUCH Koo Koo Roo to the writers room. And with his vast production experience on shows like "Fuller House," "According to Jim" and "That Girl Lay Lay," he shares some invaluable advice for those looking to break into the industry. We’re meeting an unsung hero who climbed his way all the up the industry ladder, with a very familiar start - on an all-new Pod Meets World! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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 the audience has a wide array of unique takes that just might sway them… Is it a cautionary tale or a college drinking game? Find out when we lift the ban for a new interactive Pod Meets World!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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* to handle the complex issue of ‘90s sex and reveals his attempts to change the script.  Plus, they analyze how Cory, a self confessed invisible dork, somehow won Prom King, on a brand new, formally dressed, Pod Meets World.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

’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 actors were cast for a real-life birthday party, and what happened when Matt yelled “cut!” on a scene he wasn’t directing. This stand-in is a stand up guy, so get to know him on the new Pod Meets World!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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, so get ready to tear up - on a Black Friday edition of Pod Meets World!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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 of Pod Meets World!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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 bolts of rock operas and couples therapy, and say farewell to the Captain America underwear, on a new Pod Meets World.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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 first IRL kisses, we learn how Danica found a new sense of purpose and identity after taking…a math class. All this and more on a holiday ready episode of - Pod Meets World!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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 perfect TV couple we always thought they were? And it’s finally time for Trina to shine! All that and the age old question: Would Will have liked Rider if he met him outside the world of Boy Meets World?? It’s a new Pod Meets World: a real masterpiece.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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 unorthodox addition. We hear all about Andy’s contribution to another iconic sitcom and his continuing legacy on kids’ shows like Paw Patrol & Fancy Nancy. It’s time to dig into a writer whose time on BMW may have been short, but his impact has lasted forever.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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! So listen to this convo for the ages, then head on over to the And That’s What You REALLY Missed podcast feed to hear Part 2!  SYNERGYYYYY!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.