Pod Meets World

The gang made it to the Disneyland Resort for a holiday kickoff at California Adventure and the treats are FLOWING!  Danielle, Will & Rider sit down to decide which Disney character best represents them and they deep dive into the canine differences between Goofy and Pluto.  What are their favorite treats?? Their favorite rides?? And will Rider successfully stay the night in a log flume??  It’s time to celebrate the holidays at the Merriest Place on Earth with a special Pod Meets World!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

‘Tis the season for the happiest magic on Earth!  Danielle is recording an episode from Disney’s California Adventure, parked right in front of Cars Land! Danielle also details her upcoming DWTS live tour and reveals how she feels about going on the road for 3 weeks. And, since it’s the holidays at Disneyland, Danielle gets to try some of the delicious, and festive, new snacks offered in December…See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Another meeting of the Young Hollywood Support Group is in session, and leading today’s meeting is none other than Busy Phillips! Busy shares stories from the set of her first show, Freaks & Geeks, where she hung with Linda Cardellini and was encouraged to creatively contribute. Imagine that!  We also return to Dawson’s Creek, another quintessential ‘90s show she starred in, but mysteriously disappeared in for the 2-part finale. Plus… we dive deeper into the cinematic Busy Phillips universe, from the criminally underrated “The Gift” to the always mentioned “White Chicks.” All on a new, and exciting, episode of Pod Meets World!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Danielle Fishel spent her teenage years inside millions of homes, every Friday night, portraying the iconic Topanga Lawrence on the family sitcom, Boy Meets World. From her first kiss to her first haircut – absolutely everything was caught on camera. Thirty years later, she’s come to the realization that numerous generations have witnessed her most formative (and awkward) years – and now she’s looking to turn that spotlight around. “Teen Beat with Danielle Fishel” will find the former child star, current TV director and recent Dancing with the Stars contestant, sitting down with other celebrities to unearth details from their (untelevised) upbringings. Since their first pimple wasn’t highlighted during TGIF programming, the least they can do is talk about it now.  By cracking open their childhood diaries to reveal embarrassing fashion choices, school crushes and dramatic friend fallouts, Danielle isn’t just chasing nostalgia - she’s using the memories as a roadmap to understand who her guests have become and what the future could bring. Danielle Fishel gave you her childhood – now it’s time we hear yours.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Shine bright, shine far... be a star! Will and Sabrina are watching “Life Size” starring Lindsay Lohan and Tyra Banks. This film premiered in 2000 as a Wonderful World of Disney movie.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It’s hard to discuss the importance and cultural impact of Boy Meets World without mentioning the creative enigma that is Ubaldo, the partying nerd in Season 2’s “The Uninvited.” And now the man behind the character speaks, when Phil Glaser joins Pod Meets World.   All jokes aside, Phil’s journey in child acting began in front of Steven Spielberg as the iconic voice of Fievel Mousekewitz in “An American Tail” and included a shared role on stage with one of our hosts.   He’s since transitioned behind the camera as a producer on movies and hit TV shows like MobLand and Mare of Easttown - but it all began as Ubaldo, the coolest dork in town.   Learn all about this interesting journey and his memories from set, on an all new PMW…   Follow @podmeetsworldshow on Instagram and TikTok!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Daniettes have gone from ballroom newbies to certified experts - finishing their first ever season of Dancing with the Stars! The boys look back at all eleven episodes of cha-chas and quicksteps in order to pick the best dance of the finale - and decide if the champ actually deserved that Mirrorball after all… Will and Rider break down the instant dances, the show stopping freestyles, and why choosing a song with a curse word might not help when it comes to votes from the older demo.  Plus, find out why Danielle is now on Will’s sh*t list! It’s the new, and final, episode of Pod Meets Twirl’d! Follow @podmeetsworldshow on Instagram and TikTok!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

There’s no harder working crew on TV than the fast-paced, always-on-call team behind Dancing with the Stars. And arguably, no one is under more pressure than the costume department. Tasked with creating dozens of new outfits every week, it’s no surprise this team has seen its share of award show nominations. And helping lead the pack - costumer Daniela Gschwendtner! Hear all about her creative process and how every single rhinestone has a reason. And what themes does she look forward to every year? And which does she dread? Plus, find out which past costumes she considers iconic - all on a new Danielle With…See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It’s Thanksgiving, and we’re making the trip from TGIF to to Must See TV for a recap of the beloved Friends episode,  “The One with the Rumor” (which you probably know as the “The One with Brad Pitt.”)   While planning a feast with Ross, Rachel, Chandler, Monica, Phoebe and Joey, the gang tries to figure out which “Friend” reminds them most of Will…and realize there’s only one clear answer.    They also break down why seeing a movie star on TV was such a monumental moment and Rider shares his hot take on Thanksgiving turkey.   So grab a plate with plenty of sides - it’s a Thanksgiving edition of Pod Meets World!   Follow @podmeetsworldshow on Instagram and TikTok!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

All good things must come to an end…even if you’re too busy foxtrotting to notice. Dancing with the Stars has crowned its new champion, but before the votes were counted, Danielle found herself back in the ballroom for one last dance! Learn all about last week’s group rehearsals, when every eliminated contestant returned for the season finale. And also - did Dylan somehow find a way to strategize again?  Plus, hear what Danielle thinks about the new champ AND her upcoming participation in the DWTS Live Tour! Will she be in your city? Get ready for a new, finale-sized episode of - Danielle With…See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

I put a spell on you, and now… Will and Sabrina are watching the Disney Halloween classic “Hocus Pocus” starring Bette Midler, Sarah Jessica Parker and Kathy Najimy.  This film premiered in 1993 as a theatrical film. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Matt Johnson is one of Hollywood’s brightest up-and-coming writer / directors with an already long list of creatively inspiring work, but above all else - he’s a Boy Meets World super fan!  Matt joins Pod Meets World to explain how Eric Matthews is to thank for almost everything he’s ever made and why filming his cult classic TV show (and upcoming movie), “Nirvanna The Band the Show,” was only possible in Canada.  Plus, he’s about to make the big budget movie version of something very near and dear to the boys’ hearts - Magic: The Gathering. So it’s time to find out as much as he’s willing to tell us… Alert the press! We think the gang found their new Cory, on an all new Pod Meets World the Interview the Podcast! Follow @podmeetsworldshow on Instagram and TikTok!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It’s the semifinals and ANYTHING could (and did) happen! And thanks to Prince night, Rider has his own shocking revelation - he may like the Jive after all.   We’re pulling for Dylan, but could he pull it together?? Our predictions for who’s going home are getting tougher and tougher, while Will takes us on a journey through this less than intense vocal warm-up routine.   Plus, on top of trying to figure out dancing techniques and judging strategies, the Daniettes dive into the behind the scenes drama from The Secret Lives of Mormon Wives (another show they know absolutely nothing about!)    And Will has to somehow argue the cultural impact of a scrappy little artist named Prince…all on Pod Meets Twirl’d!   Follow @podmeetsworldshow on Instagram and TikTok!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We’re just days away from the Season 34 finale of DWTS so Danielle is sitting down with a Mirrorball champ and the man who now sees it all - Alfonso Ribeiro! Alfonso opens up about his path to hosting the biggest show in America, reflects on his partnership with Witney Carson and shares his deep appreciation for this season’s standout stars. Plus, he shares the one piece of advice he gives every new celeb and reveals his take on the scores everyone can’t stop arguing about. It’s all on a brand new, and finale ready, episode of Danielle With…See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Halloween may be in the rear view, but we’re not ready to give up on the spookiest time of the year. The gang is returning to the TGIF-verse for a rare TV sitcom sequel in the form of  Family Matters, Stevil 2: This Time He’s Not Alone!   How does this second installment hold up to the original? Does it excel with the same fun campy humor or is it bogged down by dummies?   Danielle, Will & Rider celebrate the absurd, but exciting puppet fight, but have some questions about Carl almost being possessed by a…dresser.   And we witness the appearance of an iconic 90s sitcom robe, on another Urkel-sized edition of Pod Meets World! Follow @podmeetsworldshow on Instagram and TikTok!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

You just can’t keep a dancer away from the ballroom! Danielle is back at DWTS, sitting in the audience, on the edge of her seat for the semifinals.  Find out why she went back for Prince Night, her reaction to the dances and what she thought of the surprising elimination. Plus, Danielle gets real about how much the show, and her cast mates, have meant to her.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Zetus lapetus! Will and Sabrina are watching Zenon: The Sequel starring Kirsten Storms, Shadia Simmons and Phillip Rhys Chaudhary.  This film premiered in 2001 as a Disney Channel Original Movie.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

“The Child Star Club” is back in session! The gang is hanging out with Madeline Zima (a.k.a. Grace on “The Nanny”), whose Hollywood career started at the ripe old age of 28 months, and has never slowed down.   Madeline shares the story of auditioning for “The Nanny,” not realizing it was the show that starred “the lady with the voice,” and we hear which famous guest star instructed the cast to not look her in the eyes.    Madeline also had a role on "Twin Peaks” and may be the only podcast guest to have given David Lynch an influential directing note.   Plus, find out which host was Madeline’s childhood crush - on an all new Pod Meets World!   Follow @podmeetsworldshow on Instagram and TikTok!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It’s a somber week for the Daniettes, but they must cha cha on for the star-studded 20th Anniversary episode of Dancing with the Stars.  Rider experiences a total 180, somehow finding excitement in a Danielle-less episode, even wondering if this was his week favorite yet! We get into possible Mormon Wives conspiracy theories, some clarity on judging logic and why Derek Hough is the most deserving critic on the panel. Plus, some new predictions as we head into the semi-finals on Pod Meets Twirl’d!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

She’s topping the DWTS leaderboard heading into the semi finals…but first Whitney Leavitt is stopping by the podcast and opening up to Danielle.  Find out what she thinks of her “prior dance experience” and all the online talk of favoritism on DWTS.  Plus, Whitney talks about growing up in the Mormon church and how she’s feeling the week of the Hulu show season premiere. It’s time for new friends to reconnect, on a brand new episode of Danielle With…See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.