Pod Meets World

In this episode, the hosts share their teenage love for Counting Crows and their experiences meeting the band. They also discuss magician Chef Anton and his unique pool and scuba magic. The conversation touches on a murder case investigation, questions of belief and solid evidence, and the oddity of phone and light switch acting. They also discuss their favorite lines from a conversation, a true crime podcast, and a lost wristwatch incident. The chapter concludes with updates on the podcast, a sponsorship from Hyundai, and ads for other podcasts.

Her name came up so many times on the show, she'd become the perennial "We gotta get her on the pod"  - and now...here she is. Writer / producer Susan Estelle Jansen has arrived to talk about her many contributions and her experiences inside the BMW writers room. And as an integral part of the show's birth and production, we get her perspective and dig even deeper into the Rashomon that was Season 1 politics. Susan would go on to EP Lizzie McGuire (and write the movie), but first she'd be an early contributor to Home Improvement and the brains behind Topanga's famous haircut episode. Susan's credits speak for themselves, but we're happy she came on to do some of the talking too - for the newest episode of Pod Meets World.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We’re hopping in a stretch limo (and then a train) to recap a special (or not so special) New Year’s Eve episode of BMW! Rider holds nothing back when he shares his honest opinion on this stand alone farcical romp, while Danielle is still obsessing over a cringe encounter with a celebrity at a recent convention. The gang shares some behind the scenes stories of how fun this episode was to film…even though it wasn’t filmed in front of a live audience. Also, is Mr. Feeny subway famous? Plus, Danielle once again finds out one of her most used catchphrases IRL originated in a BMW episode. BUCK UP, BUCKERS - it’s a brand new Pod Meets World!!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We all love Boy Meets World, but what would the show be like if you couldn’t hear Feeny’s words of wisdom, the chaos of the halls of John Adams High or the audience swooning over Cory and Topanga?? Sound Mixer Tamara Johnson is an unsung hero from behind the scenes, serving as the sound mixer for EVERY episode of BMW and Girl Meets World! Tamara shares some unbelievable stories about making the show, from hitting the streets to collect authentic sound effects to working with actors on syncing up their “lip flaps.” Plus, we hear the story of “The Laugh Guy,” a legendary contributor the gang didn’t even know existed!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sure, it's early in the Cory / Topanga relationship, but the gang is already concerned with some immediate red flags.  Cory is insorceled by a classmate named Missy, now interested in forcefully kissing him against his will because he's taken by Topanga. So when he ends up at a faux party thrown to test his loyalty, he finds himself in deep trouble. But the big question: Did he do anything wrong? Will actually LIVED the story from this episode and tells the group how it all went down. Brittany Murphy returns for her last BMW appearance, Bill Daniels is at his best and Will continues to tell everyone he was unlovable as a preteen. All this and a RARE crossover with a DCOM classic “My Date with the President’s Daughter” on the new Pod Meets World...See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It’s time to answer that huge grey cell phone because Zack Morris has arrived at John Adams High! Mark-Paul Gosselaar is here for the crossover you never imagined!! Mark-Paul shares all his memories from the '90s and the similarities between BMW Season 1 and Good Morning, Miss Bliss. How did the blonde hair haunt him? Why did Mario Lopez actually beat him up in a scene? And how does mentioning James Van Der Beek end up being one of the funniest moments in PMW history?  Plus, Rider crashed into Feeny. This episode was recorded on June 22, 2023.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hey, hey we’re Pod Meets World!  It’s a guest star heavy BMW when the writers’ favorite band, The Monkees, swing by to jam, but mysteriously keep one member off camera. Will and Rider detail the pre-show ritual that Eric and Cory stole to debut on-screen, while some VERY cool background actors join the cast to party. Plus, we find out why Will looked SO uncomfortable at an “illegal rave,” even if it never really was a jungle. All this and Mena Suvari as a bouncer - on the newest recap with Danielle, Rider and Will!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Topanga Lawrence may have had two different moms on Boy Meets World, but Danielle Fishel? She’s only got one. And so Jennifer Fishel joins the show for some behind the scenes stories you won’t believe! Find out which cast member Jen found intimidating (even as a teenager), and why she had to become a bit over-protective while on set. But she wouldn’t be a good parent if she didn’t give us some off-camera scoop too - like what teenage Danielle did to truly infuriate her and which of her Teen Magazine centerfold boyfriends was Jenn’s favorite. It’s a family affair on the newest episode of Pod Meets World…See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Media trained or not, this episode brought out a lot of feelings. It may be the beginning of the meaningful storylines and character development we’ve been waiting for, but it’s also the start of “crazy pants” when it comes to Eric. Will this recipe for sitcom be the moment that fixes Season 3 for our hosts? Another legendary line read from the great Blake Sennet is praised, and Mr. Williams gets the storyline he deserves. No need to test this dream, it’s another great recap episode of Pod Meets World! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Melissa Joan Hart explains it all on a brand new episode! How did her mom pay $1 for the rights to Sabrina? Which PMW host did she briefly date as a teenager? What’s going on in that infamous movie premiere photo with Britney Spears? And what will she be working on with Will in the not-so-distant future? Plus, time travel to the back of a limo with Melissa, Danielle and *NSYNC during the early ‘00s. It’s time to sit down with a real witch on the newest Pod Meets World…This episode was recorded on June 14, 2023. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.