Pod Meets World

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We're sending you to 1993 when TGIF reigned supreme and “Boy Meets World” first premiered. Danielle, Will and Rider are going back to school as they rewatch every episode of the iconic series, sharing memories, behind the scenes moments, and all the “Boy Meets World” stories a fan could ever want. Relive your first crush, first kiss, favorite moments and all the life lessons with Topanga, Eric, and Shawn.

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Nov 28, 2022 · 1 hr 1 min
Jeff Menell Meets World
BMW writer/producer from beginning to end, Jeff Menell, joins the group as they travel deep into the backstories of Boy Meets World! We’ll learn about how the writer’s room “broke” a story and how late they’d sometimes have to stay in the office to finish a script. Hear all about Jeff’s journey from childhood friend / movie critic to primetime TV creator and, most importantly, the lone writing credit on “And Then There Was Shawn,” arguably the most iconic episode of the show. And even though we end up right back at square 1 regarding Topanga’s name origin, this episode gives us all the inside scoop on how our favorite ‘90s sitcom came to be. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Nov 21, 2022 · 58 min
TGI - Episode 120 (“The Play’s the Thing”)
It’s time to recap a memorable episode involving mini-golf, Shakespeare and a very shady melon! Coming off a rather disappointing BMW, it’s a welcome change for Danielle, Rider and Will to gush over, and remember insider details from, an episode they love. Also, did Will really eat 17 cheeseburgers? Take the stage - it’s time for a very theatrical Pod Meets World! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Nov 17, 2022 · 47 min
TGI - Episode 119 (“Kid Gloves”)
As we steadily continue our slow climb to the end of Season 1, we encounter an episode that has…some issues. While the plot revolves around a necklace Alan gives Cory for his birthday, why does no one else acknowledge the special day? Did Feeny ALSO teach them in 4th grade? And was this episode just one big setup to recreate a shot from The Graduate? All this, and what the hosts think of the hooting and hollering during their swimsuit scene, on this Scuba Duba installment of Pod Meets World! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Nov 14, 2022 · 58 min
Matthew Lawrence Meets World
When you collect enough tickets from playing skeeball at Chuck E. Cheese you can pick any prize you want…and today we got the return of Jack Hunter! Matthew explains the nerves he had entering an already established and close-knit cast. But how did it affect Will and Rider’s dynamic? And, OMG…juicy details alert! Danielle and Matthew discuss the secret/not-so secret relationship they had during production! This episode is the reunion we 100% knew we needed! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Nov 10, 2022 · 57 min
TGI - Episode 118 “It’s a Wonderful Night”
Feeny the babysitter, Eric’s driving test and Cory’s R-rated movie….oh my! It’s an episode running on all cylinders that Rider remembers absolutely everything about and Danielle forgot she wasn’t even in!! All that plus a fan’s letter receives a surprising response and Danielle takes the podcast in a totally morbid direction. Better warn the babysitter…we’re pulling an all-nighter! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Nov 7, 2022 · 59 min
Jeff Sherman Meets World
The gang reunites with BMW writer and producer Jeff Sherman, a man who has the stories BEHIND the stories! How did the name Topanga REALLY come to be? Is it a BACKyard or a SIDEyard? And what was it like being shown around Disney by…Walt Disney?! Jeff helped build Boy Meets World from the ground up, through the good and the bad, so get ready for a one of a kind tour through the early days of the sitcom we all love. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Nov 3, 2022 · 1 hr 4 min
TGI - Episode 117 (“The Fugitive”)
Let’s get Emo with this week’s recap! Not only is it the most dramatic episode of BMW yet, it was filmed just mere days after the massive Northridge earthquake. In fact, the cast could feel the aftershocks all the way to the table-read. But as they say, ‘the show must go on’ - and it definitely did for Rider. Learn exclusive behind the scenes stories for what most fans think is Rider’s most memorable episode, and why he says it was a critical turning point for Shawn. Plus, Will tells a story of talking to a film class at UCLA and how the students put him in check. Climb through the window and hide under the bed, but don’t make any noise - It’s another episode of Pod Meets World! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Oct 31, 2022 · 54 min
DeJuan Guy Meets World
Danielle, Will and Rider welcome DeJuan Guy, another Death Chair alum, to the podcast. In addition to playing Ellis on the first season of BMW, DeJuan appeared in all the biggest shows of the 90's and is best known as Jake in the original Candyman movie. What were some of the gang’s biggest auditions - and what are some roles they ALMOST got? AND find out who left George Lucas’ office in tears after a meeting. All that plus so much more in this nostalgia-filled stroll down 1990’s memory lane. And best of all, you don’t need to use your AOL dial up connection to hear it. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Oct 27, 2022 · 59 min
Q&A Meets World pt3: The Sequel’s Sequel
After getting THOUSANDS of new questions, the crew sits down to once again give As to your Qs. Find out about Danielle’s new movie and which co-star she thinks is better looking than Leonardo DiCaprio. How much did Will improvise on set? What happened to Danielle’s childhood stalker? Was there working plumbing on set? AND - is it true there was almost a Boy Meets World horror reboot in 2021? Find out these As and more - including a snippet from the recent live show in El Cajon - on this episode of PMW… See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Oct 24, 2022 · 49 min
TGI - Episode 116 (“Risky Business”)
Cory and Shawn bet on racehorses for a school project, but quickly learn there are things in life that are not worth risking. Babysitting, a botched Valentine’s Day, a horse named ‘Tuna Melt,’ the story of Will’s first ever written line and…a scandal involving the famous leather jacket?! Plus, the gang reveals their secret love for Richard Marx. Go ahead and enjoy…we’ll be “right here waiting for you.” See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Oct 19, 2022 · 1 hr 19 min
TGI- The BMW DNA!
After combing the globe and searching far and wide, we’re thrilled to bring you an episode about our favorite BMW-ers: the hard-working background actors. And to get in the spirit, Danielle, Will and Rider each took a 23andMe DNA test to discuss what they learned about THEIR background right here on the pod! And yes - today’s guests include actual Boy Meets World background actors. From sitting at Chubbie’s to hanging in Feeny’s class to wearing a PIZZA hat, find out what life was like behind the scenes from a brand new perspective. It’s an episode of discovery like no other! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Oct 17, 2022 · 49 min
Kris Kyer Meets World
One of the most eclectic human beings to ever work on Boy Meets World, Kris Kyer, joins the gang to talk about his unbelievable past in entertainment. As the Boy Meets World Season 1 acting coach, he had a front row seat to witness the young stars get comfortable (or uncomfortable) as the characters you would grow to love for 6 more seasons. Did we mention he is the youngest Ringling Bros. ringmaster ever AND the owner of a seasonal Christmas store!? Also…Waldo???? Get ready for never-heard-before stories about Danielle, Will, Rider, Anton Yelchin and the BMW character he was closest to: Morgan. This episode has the energy of rabid squirrel, so fire it up and don’t forget to take notes. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Oct 10, 2022 · 57 min
TGI - Episode 115 (“Model Family”)
It’s time for some Mall Madness as Eric wears a belt for the first time, Jason Marsden debuts and a giant lobster bobs in a pool of butter! All while Kathy Ireland goes from hanging on Will’s wall to being his trusted co-star, reminding him to always watch what he asks for. All that and sweater vests, temporary tattoos and kiosks at the mall! This episode is a straight up Nerd-O-Rama. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Oct 6, 2022 · 53 min
TGI - Episode 114 (“The B-Team of Life”)
The episode may be about being second string, but this recap is starter material all the way! The crew goes all ‘Murder She Wrote’ and pieces together another discrepancy between filming and airing, figuring out that this episode is probably much closer to the pilot than you’d think. Rider remembers a push-up problem, Will has chicken issues and Danielle remembers the time her little brother ruined a trip to Disneyland. Plus, what line from this episode was so memorable that the cast repeated it behind the scenes for over 7 years!? You’ll need to think fast - even faster than Feeny’s AMC Gremlin! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Oct 3, 2022 · 1 hr 2 min
Christine Lakin Meets World
It’s a TGIF reunion! The Pod Meets World crew is joined by Step by Step’s Christine Lakin (aka Alicia “Al” Lambert) to reminisce about being the new kids on the Friday night block. They share experiences of what it was like returning to school as a TV star, teen heartthrob paintball wars, secret set tricks and kissing a co-star! (ooooh!) Plus Christine, a BMW guest star herself, recalls a story that scarred her for years, while Will shares a little “undapants” TMI that will affect Danielle forever. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Sep 29, 2022 · 1 hr
TGI - Episode 113 (“She Loves Me, She Loves Me Not”)
Grab an origami Camellia flower and a giant bone cause it’s Pod Meets World time!! Crushes, misunderstandings and missed opportunities abound! The crew sprints down memory lane as Will remembers receiving the biggest compliment of his acting career and Danielle has a visceral memory of what Will’s hand smelled like?! (eew!) Plus more love for the hilarious Lee Norris and Topanga’s new curly hair! It’s an episode that even your sister Nebula Stop The (Vietnam) War Lawrence will love!! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Sep 26, 2022 · 1 hr 2 min
Marla Sokoloff Meets World
Marla Sokoloff is best known for her successful career on TV shows like Full House, Friends and The Practice, but before all that - she was “Paige” (and almost Topanga) on Boy Meets World. The delightful actress stops by to talk to the gang about her prolific TGIF legacy, life at the Oakwoods and her memories of the infamous Topanga switch. And they also dig deep into the psyche of the child actor, and the pressure that comes with auditioning. There’s a whole lot of ‘90s in this week’s interview, so bust out the scrunchies and capri pants because we’re time traveling. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Sep 22, 2022 · 1 hr 15 min
TGI - Episode 112 (“Once in Love with Amy”)
Critic / writer Starlee Kine (NPR, “Search Party”) joins the cast to define the role of comfort TV in our lives, all while dissecting quite a scandalous episode. Amy might be cheating on Alan, but the true mystery lies in Feeny’s puzzling (and kinda dumb) math equation! You may want to have your Casio calculator watch handy… There’s some great BTS secrets (which scene made the guys break?) and the group ponders the bleak future of the American sitcom. Plus, find out what classic TV moments scarred each of them forever! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Sep 19, 2022 · 1 hr 10 min
Barbie Block and Sally Stiner Meet World
Barbie Block and Sally Stiner were the storied casting directors for Boy Meets World and now they’re revealing how the Matthews family, and so many more of their classic TV shows, came together! They’ll talk auditions, missed opportunities and even their side of the infamous replacement of Topanga. Plus, there’s plenty of amazing tips for aspiring actors AND some incredible stories about some of Hollywood’s A-lister beginnings. We heard tidbits about Will Smith, Taylor Lautner, Reese Witherspoon, Adam Scott, Brittany Murphy, Leonardo DiCaprio and much, much more! This episode goes behind the scenes…of what goes on behind the scenes! Let’s go deeper!! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Sep 15, 2022 · 1 hr 7 min
TGI - Episode 111 (“The Father/Son Game”)
Go ahead and separate the marshmallows out of your cereal because this episode is sweet! The gang is joined once again by Trina McGee to breakdown an episode written by a young Bill Lawrence, years before his success as the creator of Scrubs and Ted Lasso. The father/son softball game becomes more of a father/son battle and Topanga takes on Cory in the great Pledge debate. This one is loaded with some hella cool BTS details you need to hear, including why rewatching it left a bad taste in everyone’s mouths (Hint: It’s not because of Minkus’ tainted hamburger). See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.