Pod Meets World Barbie Adler Meets World
Feb 3, 2025
In this enlightening discussion, Barbie Adler, an Emmy award-winning writer from shows like Arrested Development and How I Met Your Mother, shares her journey into the Boy Meets World writers’ room. She reveals how a clerical error led to her writing breakthrough and recounts the hilarious challenges of crafting classic episodes like "Raging Cory". Additionally, Barbie provides insights on the unique dynamics of a writers' room, the impact of character development, and the influence of mentorship in her remarkable career.
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From Assistant to Writer
- Barbie Adler's first writing job was on Boy Meets World.
- A clerical error led to her getting an assistant job for Michael Jacobs, which then turned into a writing position.
A Chance to Write
- Michael Jacobs asked Barbie Adler about her career aspirations.
- She expressed interest in writing, leading him to assign her a spec script and later a staff writing position.
Learning the Basics
- Boy Meets World's writing style is foundational, teaching structure and character development.
- Barbie Adler learned sitcom basics through this experience.