Pod Meets World

Your favorite witches are back! Will and Sabrina are watching “Halloweentown 2: Kalabar’s Revenge” starring Kimberly J. Brown, Debbie Reynolds and Daniel Kountz.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We love a good side quest on Pod Meets World, especially if it involves one of the “Worst Movies Ever Made.” Rider unknowingly reconnects with Michael Stephenson, a fellow veteran of the Oakwood Apartments and child star in, turned documentarian of, the infamous “Troll 2.” Michael shares the story of how he auditioned for the movie, which should’ve been his first sign of how it would turn out. And we hear how Michael, decades later, took fans behind the scenes with his documentary “Best Worst Movie,” reuniting the cast to look at how something becomes the “best worst movie.” Sometimes it’s the weirdest experiences that teach us the most. So, join Pod Meets World, and a story for the ages, for their newest interview episode…See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

He’s the winner of Traitors Season 3 and she’s the Season 30 champ of Dancing with the Stars - but together, Dylan Efron and Daniella Karagach are now taking the ballroom by storm. Danielle’s fellow alliance members sit down to chat about Dylan’s tough decision to join the show and what it’s been like to finally accept the spotlight.And what do they think about having the highest score of the season so far? Is the pressure mounting? Plus, find out who Daniella wishes she could partner with if DWTS ever does another All-Stars season! It’s a straight up love fest on a brand-new Danielle with the Stars…See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Daniettes fight through tears to recap Dedication Night and give their thoughts on an emotional episode of Dancing with the Stars! Will joined his Boy Meets World family for the best seat in the ballroom, and almost became a little TOO involved with some of the dances. He’ll share the experience with Rider then analyze the imbalanced judging, the redemption of Dylan Efron and the performance of our dear Mr. Feeny, William Daniels. Plus, Will and Rider reveal their theories on why there was no elimination! Sit back and jive through another turn on Pod Meets Twirl’d!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

With Halloween around the corner, and “The Scream Episode” analyzed to death, it’s time for the gang to look to other TGIF Halloween episodes for inspiration. And first up? Sabrina the Teenage Witch, and the 5th episode of their first season, “A Halloween Story.” Let’s meet teenagers who dress as James Dean and Sabrina’s grandmother who found a way to totally miss the witch in her family. And was streaking really that fun?? Plus, Danielle, Will and Rider choose catchphrases for each other, on an all-new spooky Pod Meets World! Follow @podmeetsworldshow on Instagram and TikTok!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Welcome to the ballroom, Mr. Feeny! It was Dedication Night and Danielle was joined by the one and & only William Daniels as she performed to the Boy Meets World theme song in the ballroom. It was a night filled with emotions and nostalgia, with the BMW cast sitting front row. But what did Danielle think about what the judges had to say about her Jive? And did she finally get her very first 8? Plus, find out why this week was the hardest yet and how things will be different for the show’s upcoming tribute to Wicked. It’s time for class - on a brand new episode of Danielle with the Stars!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

What happens when Zoey has an app that controls boys?… Will and Sabrina are watched Zapped starring Zendaya and Spencer Boldman. This film premiered in 2014 as a Disney Channel Original Movie.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Before American Pie or Beauty, Mena Suvari had TWO credits on her resumé for the same exact show - but NOT the same exact character! And because that show was Boy Meets World - she’s now coming on the podcast as…herself. Mena shares her journey moving across the country to become an actor, eventually making it to John Adams High where she earned the title of “Your Crush’s Biggest Crush,” thanks to Rider revealing his teenage feelings decades later. She also tells stories from the American Pie set and reveals the major superhero role Mena almost landed. It’s a reunion many seasons in the making - right here on Pod Meets World Follow @podmeetsworldshow on Instagram and TikTok!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

He’s the man who made everyone step up their social media game…and now he’s forcing Danielle to step up her podcast game. Ezra Sosa joins Danielle with the Stars to talk about his journey to the ballroom. Ezra talks all about his current partnership with Jordan Chiles, the upcoming DWTS tour and what it was like dancing with “criminal” Anna Delvey. Plus, how hard was it to convince Brandon to get a (fake) tattoo? Hear all about the show’s TikTok expert - on a new Danielle with the Stars! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It’s Disney night on Dancing with the Stars, and Will and Rider learn that when you wish upon a star…you don't always get an 8! We’re 4 weeks into Season 34, and the Daniettes still haven’t figured out how the scoring works, especially considering it almost unjustly sent their best friend home. Plus, an influencer dressed as an evil fairy enchants our hosts and their dream role may just involve “keep your hands, arms and legs inside the rocket at all times." It's an A ticket with two newly anointed experts, right here on Pod Meets Twirl’d!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

She may have been one of the first pros eliminated from Season 34 of Dancing with the Stars, but there’s no doubt that Britt Stewart is a fan favorite. Britt sits down with Danielle to talk about the love bug that is Baron Davis, how she became a DWTS pro, and the show-mance that she never saw coming…Plus, Britt sets the record straight on why everyone seems to have an opinion on her and Emma’s partners. It’s time to get acquainted with one of the best, on a new Danielle with the Stars!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We’re up against the clock, and a printing deadline, for the Pod Meets World Senior yearbook, so it’s time to lock in more hard hitting superlatives from within the entire BMW-verse! Who’s Most Popular? Who is Best Body? And who is Most Likely to Host a Podcast? All we know is that Rider “Hot Take McGee” is ready to deliver. Plus, Will shares his love of The Traitors and reveals why a violation of the Geneva Convention could make for good reality TV. Don’t forget to KEEP IN TOUCH - for an all-new new episode of Pod Meets World! Follow @podmeetsworldshow on Instagram and TikTok!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The magic of Disneyland made its way into the ballroom tonight, yet Danielle found herself in the least happiest place on Earth: the chopping block. Find out what it was like to watch her dancing career flash right before her eyes, and what she thought about her Jungle Book quickstep. Was she behind on steps? Or just underscored? Plus, Danielle has TWO big announcements…Who’s joining the Danielle with the Stars family and who will Danielle dedicate next week’s dance to? Find out on a brand new episode of Danielle with the Stars!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The battle for power continues… Will and Sabrina are watches “Twitches Too” starring Tia and Tamara Mowry. This film premiered in 2007 as a Disney Channel Original Movie. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Clear Eyes, Full Hearts, Be Good! The gang from John Adams High takes a field trip to Dillon, Texas when they hang out with Zach Gilford (a.k.a. QB1) from Friday Night Lights! Zach takes us through the crazy audition process that led him to Matt Saracen, and shares the cast’s thoughts on the infamous “murder” storyline. And no guest is more in tune with Rider Strong, and he’s got the bear encounter to prove it. There are very few cult classic TV shows that can compete with “Boy Meets World,” but FNL is one of the chosen few. Learn all about the similarities on a “Texas Forever” edition of Pod Meets World! Follow @podmeetsworldshow on Instagram and TikTok!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Rider and Will continue their maiden journey through Dancing with the Stars, and just when you thought they couldn’t be more out of their element…they’re throwing TikTok into the mix. The guys still have issues with the whole voting vs. scoring dynamic, and find themselves a bit sidetracked on what exactly makes a dancer “professional.” Plus, find out which dance style is the most “Topanga coded,” and what the guys thought about Robert Irwin’s abs, on a brand new Pod Meets Twirl’d!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

With 20 seasons and 3 Mirrorball trophies to his name, fan favorite Val Chmerkovskiy joins Danielle just in time to reflect on the season’s first shocking elimination! Find out what Val had to say about Lauren’s departure, his journey as a pro and where he sees his future on DWTS.And while rumors swirl in the press, what’s his relationship with Alix really like?Plus, Danielle has a ton of questions about that double cartwheel Alix and Val tried on TikTok. Find out about that, and so much more, on a new Danielle with the Stars…See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We’re getting ready for Senior year on Pod Meets World (aka Season 7), but first we have to start production on our podcast yearbook and decide our ever-so-important superlatives! Who will get Class Clown? Best Dressed? Most Likely to Go to Jail? And since when is Rider so quick with the hot takes? The gang shuffles through your favorite BMW-verse characters (and the most obscure) to hand out the awards they deserve (or don’t deserve). Dig in and win Luckiest - it’s time to enjoy a brand new episode of Pod Meets World… Follow @podmeetsworldshow on Instagram and TikTok!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

TikTok Night is now behind us and Danielle foxtrotted her way to her highest score of the season so far! Find out what it was it like dancing to a Sabrina Carpenter song and what the pop star sent to her earlier in the day. And it was another celeb-filled night in the ballroom! Which stars came out to root for Danielle and what the…Kris Jenner??? Plus, Danielle weighs in on the SHOCKING elimination no one saw coming. It’s all on a brand new episode of Danielle with the Stars! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It's officially spooky season! Will and Sabrina are watching the first official DCOM "Under Wraps" starring Adam Wylie, Mario Yedidia and Clare Bryant. This film premiered in 1997 as a Disney Channel Original Movie. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Marcus Toji is one of the rare actors to play two totally unrelated characters in the same season, and now he’s stopping by Pod Meets World to talk about both “Einstein Kid” and “Kid #1.” Marcus, an established actor by the time he visited BMW, began his career at just 3 years old, experiencing all the good (and bad) of being a rare Asian child actor in the ‘90s. He also shares stories from the set of “Little Giants,” where he had to learn how to be “bad” at football and goof off in front of Steven Spielberg. So hit the gridiron and get ready for an all-new, touchdown episode of Pod Meets World! Follow @podmeetsworldshow on Instagram and TikTok!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It’s “One Hit Wonder Week,” with a double elimination, on Dancing with the Stars, so our REAL judges, Will and Rider, are to ready to chime with the only opinion that matters… We get an update on Danielle’s brutal injury from week 1, and find how she’s training like a pro athlete to recover and stay on the dance floor until she can’t walk again. Plus, Will and Rider admit how much they DON’T know about the show. Like how do contestants pick their songs? How does voting work? Do votes from the West Coast even count? Does anything even matter? WE’RE ALL GONNA DIE ANYWAY. All these questions, and some signature dance critiques from 2 sitcom stars, on the second Pod Meets Twirl’d!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

She’s a dance genius and the creative mind behind some of the most incredible dance routines of the last ten years - but most importantly, she’s a DWTS legend! Dancer and choreographer Mandy Moore joins Danielle to talk about her start in the industry, her thoughts on this season of DWTS and what she thinks our host needs to make the most of her dancing journey. Plus, find out what Mandy thinks ablit celebrity dance experience, and so much more, on a brand new episode of Danielle with the Stars!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

There was absolutely nothing cooler in the ‘90s than slime. And the gang is sitting down with the main reason: former host of Double Dare, Marc Summers! The Nickelodeon legend explains how a fateful audition led to a legendary career, while Marc and Will share a bonding moment over their time together on “Don’t Just Sit There!” Plus, find out how people got “de-slimed” after being on the show and the casual way producers came up with ideas like “booger-filled giant nose.” So climb aboard the One Ton Human Hamster Wheel and slide with us down the Big Scoop, it’s a brand new Pod Meets World! Follow @podmeetsworldshow on Instagram and TikTok!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

She survived a double elimination, but was left with a minor injury. For this real time release, we dive deep into what happened with Danielle’s torn hamstring and how it affected her dance in Week 2. And, which TGIF co-stars were in the audience, cheering on her every move? Will she be able to heal or is right back to the rehearsal studio tomorrow? I think you know the answer when it comes to Danielle - but first, here’s Danielle with the Stats! You know what they say - Trust the Pasha!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Can two teens who look alike pull off the ultimate switch? Will and Sabrina are watching Model Behavior starring Justin Timberlake and Maggie Lawson. This film premiered in 2000 on ABC’s Wonderful World of Disney. Link to watch Model Behavior here: https://archive.org/details/model-behavior-2000See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

If you loved martial arts movies in the ‘90s, you were undoubtedly impressed by the punches and kicks of a young Ernie Reyes Jr. And now the gang is hanging out with the man himself, talking about all his iconic roles, from Red Sonja (alongside Arnold Schwarzenegger) to a movie that changed Will’s life forever, The Last Dragon. Ernie also shares the secrets of the ooze with stories from both working as Donatello’s stunt double and starring in a Teenage Mutsnt Ninja Turtles movie! And you won’t believe how it all began - right alongside his legendary father, choreographer Ernie Reyes Sr.All this, and we do our own stunts - right here on Pod Meets World! Follow @podmeetsworldshow on Instagram and TikTok!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

While Danielle is tearing up the ballroom on Dancing with the Stars, Will and Rider have decided to start a completely uneducated recap journey - breaking down every spin, cha cha, and step, in hopes of becoming the dance experts they never thought they could be! We learn all about the guys’ perspective from the live studio audience and hear an unfiltered analysis of their best friend’s debut. They also share who they think could go all the way and which strategies seem to make the most sense out of the gate. Should they have a Dancing with the Stars recap podcast? Absolutely not. Are they going to do it anyway? Absolutely yes. Enjoy!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

You can’t talk about Dancing with the Stars without mentioning the one and only ballroom legend, Maksim Chmerkovskiy! The former pro sits down with Danielle to discuss his thoughts on the season 34 premiere, how he’s pivoted to Vodka and what he noticed Danielle needs to work on moving forward for the show.Plus, Maks has a bone to pick with Derek Hough and THAT compliment he gave to Week 1’s leader. It’s all on a brand new episode of Danielle with the Stars!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It’s been a minute since we opened up the ole mailbag, so get ready for some brand new As to your Qs! The gang is taking some burning, unfiltered queries, straight from our loyal listeners. We find out precisely how rich Boy Meets World made the hosts, and Danielle’s answer will shock you! We also learn the origins of some BMW scars and finally hear from the most important star of Season 6: a lobster.All this, and Will’s favorite deep cut Seinfeld, on an all-new Q&A special of Pod Meets World! Follow @podmeetsworldshow on Instagram and TikTok!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

There it was. Danielle has completed her first dance - the Tango to Kelly Clarkson’s “Stronger” - and she’s ready to talk about it. What was debuting in the ballroom like? Is she happy with her performance (and score)? And what can we expect moving forward?It’s a brand new Donut in the Sky - with real time reactions from 1/2 of Team Topasha!!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Will Browning has a science project gone wrong... Will and Sabrina are watching "The Other Me" starring Andrew Lawrence. This film premiere in 2000 as a Disney Channel Original Movie.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Now that Danielle and Rider have been properly introduced to the Kim Possible animated series, it’s time to call, or even beep, the ACTUAL Kim Possible. That’s right - Christy Carlson Romano has come to save Pod Meets World. Christy shares how Kim Possible is a modernized Disney princess, while also digging into her iconic role on “Even Stevens” and her not so iconic role in an arthouse short called “Innie and Outie.” Plus, Christy explains how she survived being shot in the eye!It’s time to find out the sitch - on an all-new Pod Meets World!! Follow @podmeetsworldshow on Instagram and TikTok!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Everywhere you look...there’s another Dancing with the Stars legend! And thank God, because Danielle is just hours away from Season 34 debut and open to any and all ideas!So Full House star, and co-host of the How Rude, Tanneritos podcast, Jodie Sweetin is siting down to chat about her time in the ballroom, including the injury that sent her straight to the hospital! What advice does she have for Team Topasha and how did she juggle dance rehearsals and Fuller House? Find out on an all new, and final preseason, episode of Danielle with the Stars!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

There are many celebrities who can say they've been on Dancing with the Stars over the last 20 years, but only a few can say they've done it twice!Cheetah Girls star, and co-host of the Magical Rewind podcast, Sabrina Bryan sits down with Danielle to talk about her previous, and controversial, journeys to the ballroom. Find out how it felt being crowned “2007's most shocking TV moment,” then getting a call for the one and only All-Star season in DWTS history.And what advice will she give Danielle, just days away from her own dancing debut?Find out on a brand new Danielle with the Stars!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

She's a two-time Mirrorball champion - and now a one-time Danielle with the Stars guest: Jenna Johnson is on the podcast! Learn how Jenna found herself on Dancing with the Stars, fell in love in the process and now added a new family member to the cast.Plus, just days from the premiere of Season 34, hear how a false start has affected her progress with Corey Feldman and what last minute advice she's giving Danielle. All this and the ideal Pinkberry order, on a brand new Danielle with the Stars!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It’s been mentioned dozens of times on the podcast, and now it’s finally time for Danielle and Rider to meet Kim Possible & Ron Stoppable. The gang is recapping the animated Kim Possible’s Season 1 episode “All the News” to not only experience Rider’s turn as a boneheaded jock, but also to answer the MANY questions our co-hosts have about the origin of Kim.The gang navigates through unlimited storylines, a naked mole rat named Rufus and how one person could ever balance being a cheerleader and saving the world. Plus, find out how a Kim Possible quote could just sum up the future of the podcast - all on Pod Meets World!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We're just days away from the premiere of Dancing with the Stars Season 34 and Danielle is ready to move! Even if her hamstring isn’t.We find out how her rehearsals with Pasha have been going, how she's taking care of her body and which ABC sitcom star she recently fangirled over.Plus, we find out what familiar faces will be in the audience for her ballroom debut! It’s all coming together - for a new Danielle with the Stars!!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We’re playing basketball! Will and Sabrina are watching “Full-Court Miracle” starring Alex D. Linz and Richard T. Jones. This film premiered in 2003 as a Disney Channel Original Movie.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It’s Tool Time on Pod Meets World! If you’re diving into ’90s TV nostalgia, you can’t skip the legend in flannel himself: Richard Karn, a.k.a. Al Borland from Home Improvement! Richard shares how getting a moving violation helped land a role on one of the biggest sitcoms of all time. And the gang reminisces about his guest starring appearance on Boy Meets World, and what it was like sharing the screen with a diva pig.Plus, find out how some complete strangers helped change his mind about hosting Family Feud! Survey says...it’s time for a brand new Pod Meets World! Follow @podmeetsworldshow on Instagram and TikTok!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

There’s no better first guest for this podcast than Danielle’s just announced professional partner: Pasha Pashkov!Find out how rehearsals have been going for Topasha and if this new duo has high hopes for their future. And - can they successfully rope in Pasha’s wife and Dylan Efron to form a revolutionary DWTS alliance?Plus, which one of Pasha’s past dance routines does he think will live on forever? Learn all about your new favorite team, on the first interview episode of Danielle with the Stars! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Before we sprint out of Season 6’s Student Union, it’s time for another Pod Meets World Draft! This season had some memorable moments…and some of our least favorite episodes! The uneven balance makes for quite a draft where strategies and tactics are analyzed more than ever. Who will turn a below average grouping of storylines into an above average team? And is Danielle for real? Who won the draft? The choice is up to YOU! Cast your votes now on our Instagram, @PodMeetsWorldShow. Plus, Danielle has some exciting news you probably know by now, but still - get those voting fingers ready…See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.