Pod Meets World

Another reality show fan favorite, and podcaster, has landed on the PMT island, and this guest kills two birds with one stone: having conquered Survivor and The Traitors! Rob Cesternino is here to help "expert" Will break down the 5th episode of Survivor 50!   Rob shares some crucial Survivor lore while explaining why the emotional core of the show revolves around Applebee’s, and Will reveals a brand new wardrobe goal: the “one nipple shirt”.   The blood moon is upon us and anything could happen - on a new Pod Meets Twirl’d: Seeking Immunity!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We’ve finally made it out of the ‘90s and we’ve welcomed in a new millennium! It makes sense that Cory and Topanga are now gainfully employed in the magazine industry, because there are still a lot of “issues.”   Rider takes us back to his Y2K party in the Redwood Shire, which Danielle missed due to the world’s best excuse: she was in Hawaii with *NSYNC and Britney Spears. And Danielle shares a memory that’s right on the tip of her tongue...   Eric’s lucky penny can’t save the plot while Will, Danielle and Rider experience group cringe when we enter the “pookie pook” zone…   Plus, the gang explores some of the best jingles of all time (we apologize in advance), right here on Pod Meets World!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Things are heating up on Teen Beat…specifically to 98 Degrees! Drew Lachey sits with Danielle to talk about his time in the inferno that was Y2K boy band mania.   But before the platinum records and Mariah Carey collaborations, Drew had a completely different life as a combat medic and New York City EMT. So how exactly did he go from fixing hearts to breaking them?   Plus, he breaks down the horrors of home renovation, his memories winning the second Mirrorball in DWTS history AND the time he bro-sat a young Danielle Fishel during MTV Spring Break in Cancun, right here on an all-new, frosted tip Teen Beat!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Get ready to set sail with the Tigers... Will and Sabrina are watching "Tiger Cruise" starring Hayden Panettiere and Bill Pullman. This filmed premiered in 2004 as a Disney Channel Original Movie.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Baywatch is coming back - and so is Cody Madison, a.k.a. David Chokachi! But first, he’s here to rescue Pod Meets World!!   David shares his red swimsuit origin story, and reveals what it’s like working with the legend that is David Hasslehoff (you never hassle the ‘Hoff).    But Baywatch is more than just another TV show, as David explains how it helped save lives in real life, thanks to some hidden CPR training between plot lines.    So watch out, and avoid the rip tide - it’s a new Pod Meets World! Follow @podmeetsworldshow on Instagram and TikTok!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Survivor 50 is Will’s introduction to the Survivor-verse, and now he has a shocking update on his relationship with the fandom.  And in the new episode, he holds nothing back with his critiques on what the audience sees during the challenges. Do you agree that the players act like 10-year-olds?Will and Rider may have different perspectives on the show, but one thing they can agree on - they're gonna miss a fan favorite.50 seasons. 24 people. And 2 guys becoming experts. The tribe has spoken once again on Pod Meets Twirl’d: Seeking Immunity!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The recap continues with a deep dive into what could have been when it comes to Shawn's absentee mom.    The episode also takes a trip to Seinfeld-land with some scenes on a familiar New York Street, but that comes with its own acting challenges thanks to a rare empty soundstage.   The rules of ghost logic get in the way of a touching moment with Chet, and we find out that Shawn really just craves a good yelling.    Could this have been the end of the series! Find out in part 2 of our recap on Pod Meets World!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Alan might be expecting a birthday party, but the real surprise will is their feelings about this season 7 episode!   It’s the return of leather jacket Shawn, but it’s some other repressed memories that have Rider reeling. And sure, Eric’s plan may involve poisoning Morgan, but even with so little to work with, Will can’t stop being funny.   Plus, the gang realizes they might be becoming their grandparents, so load up on hard candy and bring a blanket, for Part 1 of our Season 7 recap on Pod Meets World! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Danielle is getting into the ring with two bona fide WWE Hall of Famers - Nikki and Brie Garcia (a.k.a. The Bella Twins).    But before the Championship tiles and glimmer of Brie Mode, they were two “boy crazy" high schoolers, dominating at Soccer and taking care of an Arizona farm.   They open up about their childhood as twins - and rebelling against matching clothes and rhyming names.   Plus, a listener shares an embarrassing story about an accidental chat with a crush, and we find out if Danielle can survive a Bella Buster, when they jump off the top rope for a brand new Teen Beat!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Johnny Kapahala is back, but where are the waves?! Will and Sabrina are watching “Johnny Kapahala: Back on Board” starring Brandon Baker and Jake T. Austin. This film premiered in 2007 as a Disney Channel original movie. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

If you’ve ever wondered what it would be like to look back on the 2000s with Jason Biggs, we can tell you - it feels just like warm apple pie. The gang is hanging out with a fellow former child actor and hearing every embarrassing story, including how his first (and second, third and fourth) kiss was not only on-screen…it was in the span of 10 minutes!Jason tells us about his first on camera role in Drexell’s Class and reveals why he’s always thought Rider was a terrible driver.   And we HAVE to look back on his iconic performance as “Jim” in American Pie, which taught the gang exactly how many pie thrusts it takes to go from “R” to “NC-17,” right here on a new Pod Meets World! Follow @podmeetsworldshow on Instagram and TikTok!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Will and Rider are still castaways on Survivor 50 island, but has Rider been able to successfully convert Will into a die-hard fan of the show?   After recovering from the disappointing definition of a “tribe swap,” our hosts marvel at the overwhelming amount of Zac Brown this episode. But, the random cameo does remind Rider of his own spear fishing expedition that somehow ended in a shark attack. And Will reveals a true podcast exclusive: he bought Jonathan’s pants!   Plus, we hear Will and Rider share their thoughts on the big Bachelorette news, like the reality TV experts they are - on an all-new Pod Meets Twirl’d: Seeking Immunity!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

WARNING. THIS IS NOT A DRILL. We may have hit the lowest point in Boy Meets World history. But you know what that means - it’s gonna be a hilarious recap.   Eric and Jack become Chantal and Lala, but the gang spends most of the podcast trying to figure out how this logic could work. Will reveals he tried to save the plot back on tape night, but apparently Eric will do ANYTHING to avoid ONE bully (and the police will do nothing to stop him).    Will tries to prepare everyone for more chaotic writing as the series speeds toward the finale, but just like 30 years ago, everyone is just doing the best they can with what they’re given.   So get ready to erase all the goodwill from “Chick Like Me,” right here on Pod Meets World!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

From “The Baby-Sitters Club to “Tom & Huck” to “Josie and the Pussycats,” Rachael Leigh Cook had a real chokehold on the late 90s, and Danielle’s ready to hear all about it on the newest Teen Beat!   Rachael takes us behind the scenes of some of her most iconic roles, and reveals a shocker of a story from when she was dating Rider.   She may have been immune to developing a crush on Jonathan Taylor Thomas, but she could never have stopped the frenzy that was “She’s All That.”   Plus, a look back at the PSA that changed her life forever. Because this is your brain…and THIS is your brain on Teen Beat!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Traditional education are the window! Will and Sabrina are watching “Principal Takes a Holiday” starring Kevin Nealon, Zachary Ty Bryan and Bill Nye.  This film premiered in 1998 on ABC’s “Wonderful World of Disney”.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We’ve covered all the drama in 19428 (Philly), but this week we’re headed to the sunny streets of 90210! Brian Austin Green joins the podcast to talk about his long career in Hollywood and reveal a long time secret about his connection to the Boy Meets World Universe…   Brian also details his first meeting with Aaron Spelling and commiserates with Rider about how much his real lives affected David Silver.   Plus, Brian details his authentic roots in hip-hop, before he’s put on the spot to give a definitive list of who from ‘90s TV can actually rap.   So let’s take a break from Chubbie’s and hang at the Peach Pit, on an all-new episode of Pod Meets World! Follow @podmeetsworldshow on Instagram and TikTok!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Don’t assume, it makes an ASS of U and Mister Wrong of me.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Lainey’s warriors are Kachina dolls, traditional Hopi figurines. And Pleiades is The Seven Sisters constellation.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Kelty charged $7 for 24 hours. What if you only have a twenty? That's how they get ya.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

I can accept that someone my age is a grandmother, but "choco-little-latte" keeps me up at night.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Gravensteins are The Best Apple. The bullets were smaller than I thought.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

One human hour equals thirty tree hours. Winter lasts three days.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Orion and I were psycho mimes. Chris was Phantom of the Coffee Shop-era. Willow wore wings.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The letter came on regular paper. Blue ink. Her handwriting was the same as when we were twelve.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

With Will out this week, a new castaway is stepping in to give Rider a firsthand look at what really goes down on Survivor, as Season 49 fan-favorite Sophi Balerdi breaks down Episode 3 of the already iconic Season 50.   While they analyze the strategies of the tribe swap, Sophi pulls back the palm fronds to clear up some long standing Survivor misconceptions. How much can you bring with you to the island? Do you ever have a mirror to get camera ready? And just how cool is Jeff Probst??   Plus, Sophi reveals the true enemy of every Survivor castaway - and no, it’s not another player. It’s rough, irritating, and somehow gets everywhere.   It's time to call in a "real" expert for a very special Pod Meets Twirl’d: Seeking Immunity!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Cory and Topanga's house hunting continues with a B story that makes our hosts yearn for the days of a monkey side plot.    And we explore where the show might have gone if Nicole Eggert had stuck around as planned. Plus, why is BMW obsessed with the word "tushy?”   Follow as they try and figure out who’s lived with who, because it's the second part of moving day…on Pod Meets World!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Newlyweds Cory and Topanga are looking for a place to call home and thanks to inflation, everything just sounds insane in 2026.   The gang has varying thoughts on the episode, but find common ground when questioning Alan's attempt at tough love. Who wouldn't help their kid fix a sink?    And Will gets mogged while looksmaxxing on a long running recap - so don’t miss part 2 on Pod Meets World!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Danielle is joined by a young (and tall) reality TV star who turned his reputation as an “f boy” into that of a more evolved bachelor looking to settle down. He WAS “Too Hot to Handle, but now Harry Jowsey is “boyfriend material.”   Netflix’s next leading man chats all about his awkward teen years, while we get a rundown on the Down Under hot spots which served as the possible gateway to his unscripted stardom.   Plus, we follow Harry’s journey to traditional acting and how he’s now baring it all (emotionally) on his new show, “Let’s Marry Harry.” It’s a new, and hip, episode of “Teen Beat!”See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Being smart is easy, but being popular is another story! Will and Sabrina are watching “How To Build A Better Boy” starring Kelli Berglund and China Ann McClain. This movie premiered in 2014 as a Disney Channel Original Movie.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.