Pod Meets World

Former DWTS champ Kym Johnson-Herjavec is back with Danielle to share some unfiltered thoughts on the debut of the Season 35 ladies! Maura blew our hosts away with her Foxtrot, but since she was the first celebrity announced…has she had more time to prepare?? And Giada is in incredible shape, but will she be able to handle the intensity of the competition. Plus, Kym reveals how much time the pros have to learn those complex opening numbers and who she thought was the standout of the night - right here on Ballroom Breakdown!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We’re taking a quick one-week detour from recapping Girl Meets World to connect with true Hollywood royalty: Mackenzie Astin! Mackenzie opens up about growing up with famous parents and handling the “nepo baby” discourse well before it was a thing, and he shares his first lesson in humility, when he left “The Facts of Life” to attend public high school.The gang hears all about The Garbage Pail Kids Movie, how Mackenzie scored a ride on Kevin Costner’s jet and what it was like in the ER of “The Pit.”Plus…we’re holding the plane for Minkus with an exciting, and unexpected, announcement! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It’s time for the first ever Ballroom Breakdown of Season 35! Danielle is teaming up with two-time Mirrorball Champion, and former Australian DWTS judge, Kym Johnson Herjavec to get her expert analysis of Night 1 - an all-out dude dance fest.Guillermo brought the entertainment factor and Harry Shum Jr. is clearly a vet, but did Paralympian Ezra Frech steal the show? And does anyone have better hair than Taylor Hanson?Plus, find out whose routine made Danielle hit rewind, and if Kym would ever return as a DWTS pro.Buckle up - the season is just beginning, and with this duo of former contestant and legendary pro - it’s a perfect 10!!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

If your '90s mixtape didn't include a Paula Cole song, was it even a mixtape? Danielle sits down with the Grammy-winning singer-songwriter and looks back on her legendary career, from Dawson’s Creek infamy to her rebirth as an independent artist over the past few years.And before the hit records, Paula was a self described “repressed goody two-shoes," her high school class president AND its prom queen trying to navigate intense perfectionism. Paula also shares the story of how a voicemail led her to a tour with Peter Gabriel, and how she performed for 15,000 people in a different country with NO rehearsal. Plus, hear all about Paula's work with the legendary Dolly Parton, days after her passing.So stop asking yourself “where have all the cowboys gone?," because they're here! It's a brand new episode of Teen Beat!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Will and Sabrina are watching “Upside-Down Magic” starring Izabela Rose, Siena Agudong and Kyle Howard. This film premiered in 2020 as a Disney Channel Original Movie.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In a revelation that shocks no one, Rider isn’t a fan of chain restaurants or fast food, but we’ll find out if he can be converted after the gang meets Nicky Kraft from the experimental dining concept Chain! Nicky takes Danielle, Will and Rider through the rise of Chain from secret LA pop-up to taking over an entire food court at the TOPANGA MALL (wink wink). In a live taste test, Nicky guides the gang into the world of Cheez-Its, trying concepts that only a cheesy mad scientist could imagine. They go head-to-head with the Cheez-Steak, the Crunchy Cheez-Dog and the most diabolical concoction… the Cheez-y Cinnamon Bun. So join us, and come hungry, right here on Pod Meets World!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Will and Rider are back to watch their fellow '90s stars remodel a house that has too much of a good thing! In episode 3 of "Totally ‘90s House,” Team Curtains takes on Team Mauve to transform tiny bedrooms into epic spaces and battle dated aesthetic challenges like recessed arches, canopy beds and hideous carpets. But our hosts have to wonder how much actual hard labor these stars are putting in, especially since they have enough time to make dozens of prank calls. Plus, they debate the rules of poetry, and get way too deep into some Disney movie lore, on another episode of Pod Meets Twirl’d: Thank God It’s Fixed!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Girl Meets World might finally be finding its footing, but Danielle, Will and Rider are still left with some questions about its 4th ever episode. They try to crack a questionable portrayal of “girl code” and wonder if Missy should’ve been wearing a leather jacket. Plus, a harsh critique of Danielle’s voice acting as “Mr. Googly” and an analysis of how much Cory and Topanga’s original Boy Meets World apartment would cost in 2026, right here on Pod Meets World!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Now that Dancing with the Stars: The Next Pro has crowned its champ, Danielle is connecting with standout finalist Selena Hamilton! We find out once and for all how much ballroom experience Selena ACTUALLY had before the show, and while also taking Danielle behind the scenes of the viral KATSEYE Gap commercial.Plus, we get into her controversial “wow moment,” the ongoing drama surrounding AJ and who her dream celebrity partner would be she ever became a DWTS pro, all straight from the ballroom on a new Danielle With!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Impossible! Will and Sabrina are watching "Rodgers & Hammerstein's Cinderella" starring Brandy, Paolo Montalban and Whitney Houston. This film premiered in 1997 as a Wonderful World of Disney film.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The gang spent almost 4 years figuring out if the TV show they starred in as kids was art, but this week Danielle, Will and Rider decide to take it one step further: become artists. We’ve called in an instructor to guide the hosts through a therapeutic painting class to find out who has can create a masterpiece. Find out which colors best represent their personalities, what their creations reveal about themselves and who has an undeniable connection with the brush. Plus, when the paint dries, it’s up to you to pick a winner, on an all new (colorful) episode of Pod Meets World!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

HGTV has challenged a bunch of ‘90s TV stars to renovate a home, and we can’t think of anyone more appropriate to recap the season than the kings of TGIF! Will and Rider dig into an all-new reality TV challenge, working with glass blocks, scalloped sinks, colored toilets and huge bathtubs. A first look at the homes leaves our hosts wondering if some are just beyond saving, even if it is their real-life friends competing to win. So come along as Will and Rider evaluate challenges in the kitchen, the rumpus room, and backyard/sideyard! It's Pod Meets Twirl’d: Thank God It’s Fixed with two ‘90s stars who were NOT asked to be on the show!!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Will and Rider have made it to the end of Married at First Sight Season 20, but when all was said and done, did they still want to say “I do???” Hear why the finale and reunion completely changed the way the boys felt about the season, and find out their final thoughts on the couples. Did Felipe’s cheating surprise anyone? And is Adam sweeter than an ice cream maker? Plus, Rider gets surprisingly emotional over Cameron and Michelle, and we reveal our next side-quest in a Decision Day of our own, on this finale episode of Pod Meets Twirl’d: All or Nothing!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On a day that will live in infamy, the gang carries out a “sneak attack” on episode 3 of Girl Meets World, which somehow employs Pearl Harbor as a metaphor for teenage jealousy. So far, teacher Cory is no Feeny and has basically zero classroom boundaries, so this episode leaves our hosts with a LOT of questions. Like why does Topanga make turkey sandwiches days in advance? Why does Cory let his daughter leave class just because she’s jealous? And why is Auggie eating flowers?? Plus, Rider gives us a masterclass on why directing choices affectthe energy of a sitcom, while Will looks back on his teenage smoking days, on an all-new Pod Meets World!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It’s time to Fight On with college football powerhouse and analyst extraordinaire, Matt Leinart, as he takes a time out to hang with Danielle for a new Teen Beat! You may know his legendary achievements on the field, but before the Heisman Trophy, he was a chubby middle schooler struggling with strabismus (look it up!). Danielle takes Matt way back to his recruiting days when he rejected the chance to go to Michigan, and why he has a new perspective after watching his son navigate the same process.Plus, find out what happened when he rode in an 18-person golf cart driven by Kobe Bryant, on an all-new Teen Beat!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This is the moment! Will and Sabrina are watching “Camp Rock 3” starring Malachi Barton, Liamani, Lumi Pollack and Hudson Stone. This film premiered in 2026 as a Disney Channel Original Movie.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Danielle and Val have survived the challenges and made it to the grand finale of the inaugural season of Dancing with the Stars: The Next Pro! Are they happy with the results???? Our celebrity professional dancer (Danielle) and celebrity podcaster (Val) break down the grueling 3-day prep time for the finalists, which should’ve held some weight when evaluating the results. And Val lets us in on a backstage secret about how the DWTS contestants unknowingly control the entire season before even stepping foot in the ballroom.Plus, Selena and Adam’s jive feels like a croissant without its chocolate, and Danielle and Val might be too hungry to host, on a finale episode of Stepping on Toes!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

You’ve been with us for all seven seasons of Boy Meets World, and now it all comes down to this: the definitive Episode Draft for the entire run of the show. Much to Rider's chagrin, the gang has been asked to choose only three episodes from the total run of BMW and the competition is fierce. How do you widdle down one of the most beloved family sitcoms to just a trio of hits? And still - what the hell is a snake order draft? But the final choice is up to you! Vote for your favorite “team" on Instagram (@PodMeetsWorldShow) as they come up with an appropriate punishment for whoever loses the fan vote (cough cough, burlap sack). This episode is one you don’t want to miss!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Will and Rider are locked in and focused on finishing Season 20 of Married at First Sight! They’ve lost themselves in the storylines and complicated relationships just as Marissa is falling deeper and deeper in love with Adam, enough to want to quit her job and be his pickleball partner all day. The boys think that Caitlin is always looking for something wrong in a situation, but she also might be the only person on Earth who wants to talk about Taylor Swift, Harry Potter and World War II. She truly is a 1 of 1!Plus, can Mecca can survive his “pretty enough for me” comment? Walk down the aisle again with Pod Meets Twirl’d: All or Nothing!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Will and Rider are serving up Married at First Sight episodes in 3s, falling deeper and deeper into the abyss that is reality TV. One of the main relationships have fallen apart, forcing the boys to wonder if they were ever compatible in the first place.They also get into the “joint venture” of Sean and Nikki, and Sean’s preoccupation with intimacy that is slowly pushing her away. Meanwhile, Felipe starts love bombing Tori, who introduces Will and Rider to the state of “Genuity.” Plus, find out who our hosts consider to be the “safe couple,” on Pod Meets Twirl’d: All or Nothing!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The gang is recapping the second episode of Girl Meets World and they’re cracking open a dusty old book to study “human interaction” - whatever that means. Danielle, Will and Rider are breaking down teacher Cory’s classroom assignment, which forces his students to ditch their cell phones and head to the library - but does the tech-free message actually hit home?? One thing this episode DOES leave them with are questions - like why is there so much lap sitting?? Why is Cory bribing Maya to spy on his daughter?? And why are we learning so much about the equine birthing process. Plus, Danielle shares the Tumblr post heard 'round the world on another GMW recap on Pod Meets World!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Two icons of 2000s hair face off when Ryan Cabrera hangs out with Danielle! We don’t have to tell you the cultural significance of his frosted tips, but wait until you hear what happened when he refused to shave his head!Ryan shares his story moving to LA to work with Joe and Jessica Simpson with nothing but a pair of flip flops and a carry-on. And he takes us behind the fight to keep “True” an acoustic song, which became his biggest hit.Plus, we hear some unreal TRL memories, he opens up about his relationship with WWE star Alexa Bliss, and we learn why 2000s music stands the test of time, right here on Teen Beat!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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We’re at the Final Four of Dancing with the Stars: The Next Pro and though it’s the opportunity of a lifetime for these dancers, there’s no one less jealous of the competitors than Val Chmerkovskiy. With the stakes at an all-time high, Val and Danielle break down the remaining contenders and evaluate the unique moves they each bring to the dance floor. Val shares his veteran DWTS opinion and has some harsh truths about what it really takes to land the gig. Plus, we dive into AJ’s bulletproof choreography, we hear why Allen's routine fell flat and we discover the exact moment that cost one contestant a spot in the finale, right here on an intense Stepping on Toes!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Will Friedle missed his Senior Prom, and now that he's turning 50 years old - he has one wish: to make up for lost time. The gang is bringing you along for Will’s 50th birthday Prom night, a massive Boy Meets World reunion of cast and crew that deserves its own episode. Find out who was the best dressed, which celebrities partied the hardest and why Matthew Lawrence went to the bathroom to leave Will a disposable camera surprise. And what special item did Danielle get her best friend on this momentous occasion? We’re crowning a Prom King and Queen, so come along and celebrate Will Free-dle on Pod Meets World!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Somehow Danielle, Will and Rider have made it back to your TV! Or tablet. Or laptop. Or gas station pump. We’re not judging: A screen is a screen! The gang kicks off their streaming era in front of a live studio audience at the iHeartRadio Theater in beautiful Burbank, CA. Learn more about the gang’s upcoming documentary and come along as they get a permanent memento for finally finishing the recaps. Join them in full color and high definition - for this audio on version of Pod Meets World! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Danielle and Patrick Renna are serving up s’mores and taking swings with the whole OG Sandlot gang, in celebration of their upcoming series, Dugout Dads! It’s time to go ‘round the horn and catch up with Tom Guiry, Marty York, Grant Gelt, Victor Dimattia, Shane Obedzinski, Brandon Quintin Adams and Chauncey Leopardi. Hear all their 1993 memories of filming a classic movie as kids, what it was like getting back on the field as adults and we find out who can REALLY play baseball - all on this action-packed Dugout Dads Takeover!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In preparation of the YouTube release for Dugout Dads, Danielle sits down with her co-star, Patrick Renna, to talk about everything from behind home plate to deep Center Field. Find out what it was like making the upcoming “pre-season,” reconnecting with his Sandlot teammates and avoiding numerous fires while shooting on a Little League field. We’re hitting this one well over the wall with a special Weekend Takeover! Stay tuned for a Part 2 with the rest of the guys - right here on Pod Meets World…See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Will and Rider have entered into a sacred bond with Season 20 of “Married at First Sight,” and now they’re taking their relationship to the next level: recapping three episodes at once.The "therapy speak” fatigue has hit our hosts, and they no longer see nor hear the “framework” and “philosophy” that Shawn is constantly talking about. They’re VERY impressed with how Tori has handled Felipe’s uncertainty about monogamy, especially given her past experience with infidelity. So kudos to her.Plus, Adam’s over the top outfits lead to a heated discussion on “the ick” and if it’s ever possible to move forward after experiencing it. Buckle up for a Family Size edition of Pod Meets Twirl’d: All or Nothing!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

You asked for it. You got it. The recap of the first Girl Meets World episode is here. Danielle, Will and Rider have finally sat down and rewatched the Disney Channel reboot - so, how do they really feel about it? The pilot sets the tone - and the gang is already wondering what the bell is going on. Should Maya have been the lead over Riley?? Is this a kid’s show?? And how do we feel about Cory as teacher? So join Danielle, Will & Rider as they get into the “world” of Girl Meets World, and dive head first into a new era of Pod Meets World!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Nothing screams Teen Beat more than the Brat Pack, and one of its most iconic members is hanging out with Danielle! It’s time to hear from the legendary Anthony Michael Hall! With a resume that includes Vacation, Weird Science, Sixteen Candles and THE BREAKFAST CLUB, Anthony is chock full of stories, including what it was like working with John Hughes in the inner circle of Wally World. Plus, we hear all about his experience as the youngest cast member in SNL history, landing in Studio 8H at just 17 years old - right here on Teen Beat!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It’s the final installment of the Zenon! Will and Sabrina are watching Zenon: Z3 starring Kirsten Storms and Lauren Maltby. This film premiered in 2004 as a Disney Channel Original Movie.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Danielle and Val are back to break down the latest episode of DWTS: The Next Pro, just in time for a knee walk revival! Nowhere else can you get a true pro’s opinion on creating “viral” moments (if that’s even possible!). The hopefuls have to train an amateur to ballroom dance, so Val helps us understand the different styles and just how hard they are to teach. Plus, we hear the top 3 things you NEED to have as a DWTS pro, and a shocking elimination leaves Val speechless - on this week’s Stepping on Toes!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Before the official dive into Girl Meets World, the gang is throwing it back to another classic family sitcom, with a Boy Meets World connection, when Greg Evigan, from My Two Dads, stops by to share all his Hollywood stories. We hear how Greg was ready to leave town but walked into an audition for B.J. and the Bear with zero expectations, and it completely changed his life. Greg reveals how he felt when his daughters wanted to act and why he turned down a role with Bill Daniels on Knight Rider!Plus, find out what happens when you routinely invite a chimpanzee to your barbecues - on an all-new Pod Meets World!Follow @podmeetsworldshow on Instagram and TikTok!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Will and Rider are almost halfway through the most extreme experiment in reality TV, and haven’t given up yet! So it’s time to recap more episodes of Married at First Sight Season 20! In a show full of shocking moments, nothing leaves Will and Rider more flabbergasted than finding out that Courtney doesn’t know who Keanu Reeves is. Rider can’t seem to “vibe” with Adam’s Tik Tok inspired vernacular, and things get even more intimate once they find out Adam’s definition of “vibing.” And does Kaitlin even want a husband?Plus, of all the reality shows they’ve examined thus far, nothing has made them examine their personal lives quite like this! Dive deep into Will and Rider’s respective marriages on an all-new Pod Meets Twirl’d: All or Nothing!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The next Recap Era is upon us! But before they head into the Girl Meets World Universe, the gang fills us in on the gap in between the Boy Meets World finale and the start of the Disney Channel reboot. Will shares his chaotic experience stepping into the world of Andy Dick, Rider takes us into “Buck Naked Arson” AKA “Eyes of Fire: Feel the Heat" and we find out what happened when Danielle took up residence right across the street from the holy Mecca of Mel’s Diner. Plus, the gang tells all about the bizarre lunch meeting when they found out Girl Meets World was a thing - right here on a new Pod Meets World journey!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jon Heder stomped his moon boots into our collective hearts as Napoleon Dynamite, but before he was feeding Tina the llama, he was pulling pranks with his twin brother on all their friends and teachers. Danielle hears all about how his classic Y2K character was born, from the signature monotone voice to his iconic chaotic perm. Jon also reveals how a last minute casting change in “Blades of Glory” led to an unrealized dream come true with his co-star, Will Ferrell. Plus, Jon reveals how he avoids having people yell “Napoleon!” at him in the airport. GOSH! This Teen Beat has it all, even large talons and great skills. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Let’s get together because Will and Sabrina are watching 1961’s “The Parent Trap” starring Hayley Mills, Maureen O’Hara, Brian Keith and Charles Ruggles. This film premiere in 1961 as a theatrical release.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Danielle and Val dance a delicate tango recapping this week’s episode of DWTS: The Next Pro! Things get shaken up thanks to Daniella’s “Wow Moment” challenge, and Val admits that he would’ve been immediately eliminated if he had to compete. Danielle and Val also get into a heated debate about what matters more: great dancing or a viral moment? Plus, find out how Val really feels about DWTS Season 35 casting rumors on an all-new Stepping On Toes!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We can’t say goodbye to the Boy Meets World Recap Era without saying goodbye to Ceej and Tony from Bruh Meets World! The gang goes more in-depth than ever before to find the real reason why Season 7 just didn’t “work.” Danielle looks back on some of her best performances, while also secretly wanting to leave the show every week. Rider uncovers his true feelings about Shawn while Will shares the exact moment when the writers started giving him material specifically as an actor. Plus, Ceej and Tony get emotional when looking back on what Boy Meets World has meant to them. It’s the end of a journey with friends on Pod Meets World! Follow @podmeetsworldshow on Instagram and TikTok!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Fresh off Dancing with the Stars: The Next Pro, Stephani Sosa is here to step on toes! The former Troupe member reflects on her Next Pro journey, from the highs to the lows to what she wishes she could change from her final week.From the no phone rule to the surprising, limited rehearsal schedule, Stephani is getting candid about what when on in the house, away from the cameras, and what she wishes they showed more of.Plus, she gives us the scoop on her Bad Bunny Super Bowl Halftime appearance! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Will and Rider have exited the honeymoon phase with two more episodes of Married at First Sight! The couples have moved into neutral apartments to continue the ultimate test of romance and the boys have some concerns. Will and Rider analyze the circular arguments and passive aggression seen with Nikki and Shawn, and can no longer ignore Shawn’s creative washcloth routine. Meanwhile, Adam and Marissa are the “bro couple,' thriving and vibing, but Will can't imagine them jet skiing into the sunset. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.