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TGI – Episode 723 “Brave New World: Part 2” (Live from the iHeartRadio Theater)

Thu, 30 Jul 2026 11:00:00 +0000

It all comes down to this…the final Boy Meets World recap. Join Danielle, Will and Rider, LIVE from the iHeartRadio Theater in Burbank, for a very special final evening.

The gang looks back on their favorite moments from Pod Meets World’s first 4 years, which includes a pig in the city and some hard to pronounce - “warm bowls.”

They bid emotional farewells in the form of Ghost Chet and are treated to a surprise appearance by Shawns jacket’s favorite singer, Richard Marx, live and in-person.

It’s been a journey - and now where will they go?

Believe in yourselves. Dream. Try. Do Good. It’s the final Boy Meets World recap on Pod Meets World.

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TGI – Episode 722 “Brave New World: Part 1"

Thu, 09 Jul 2026 11:00:00 +0000

The moment has finally arrived (sort of). The gang has made it to the first part of the Boy Meets World series finale, but is it just…a clip show??

Danielle, Will and Rider jump at the chance to look back, basking in the innocence of Season 1, while trying to remember exactly how this whole thing ends.

Before the Pennbrook students go their separate ways, we break down Eric’s strange off-screen decision to go to New York, and wonder if he deserved a better sendoff.

So join us as we head into the first part of the FINAL Boy Meets World recap, and get ready for the live conclusion, right here on Pod Meets World!

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TGI – Episode 721 “Angela’s Ashes"

Thu, 18 Jun 2026 11:00:00 +0000

The gang at Pennbrook are just days away from Graduation and facing a major dilemma. Angela is leaving for Europe with her father, which has Will spiraling down a logistics rabbit hole - Why does Angela have to leave RIGHT NOW?

They take a moment to highlight Angela’s importance to the group, as Danielle points out that her departure supplies an emotional weight she always deserved.

The gang gives a full analysis of Cory’s anxiety and Rider has a shocking epiphany about the show’s theme song, when this Pod Meets Wooooooorld!

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TGI – Episode 720 “As Time Goes By"

Thu, 11 Jun 2026 11:00:00 +0000

It's a time travel romp! And not just ANY time travel romp - it's the LAST time travel romp of the series. When Topanga discovers a time-continuum vortex in her closet and is sent back to the 1940s, even Alan and Mr. Feeny find new roles to play.

While the gang tries to decipher where this fedora-wearing adventure lands in the greater landscape of BMW, Rider shares a vulnerable realization about Shawn’s trajectory in the final season.

Plus, can we take a second to appreciate how seamlessly Danielle slid into this noir aesthetic??

Let's do the time warp one last time...on Pod Meets World!

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TGI – Episode 719 “Brotherly Shove"

Thu, 21 May 2026 11:00:00 +0000

Danielle, Will and Rider thought they’d clean out the emotional garage together and recap another Season 7 episode, this time with a much more serious Eric!

Will explains why he has a strong connection with this episode, while Danielle feels things could’ve been handled with vulnerability instead of anger.

This season has had a lot of ups and downs, but the gang agrees: this one uncovered some major emotional truths buried within Cory and Eric’s relationship. We dive deep into how their brotherly relationship has evolved, but does this episode actually resolve their conflict??

Plus, we break down some of the hosts’ little “actor things” from the show. See how many you can spot! It’s time for another recap on Pod Meets World!

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TGI – Episode 718 “How Cory and Topanga Got Their Groove Back"

Thu, 14 May 2026 11:00:00 +0000

Welcome to Funville! Cory and Topanga fear they’ve become boring since getting married, but do Danielle, Will and Rider think the same of this episode?

Will explores an alternate reality where Eric hooked up with Rachel, and Danielle shares why the characters would never be together, all across the BMW multiverse.

We try to figure out who on the writing staff had a “thing” for food and sex, while Rider would love to keep those two passions totally separate.

And just to prove that we’ve still got it, this podcast is NO PARENTS ALLOWED, right here on Pod Meets World!

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TGI – Episode 717 “She’s Having My Baby Back Ribs” PART 2

Thu, 07 May 2026 19:00:00 +0000

Our recap of a controversial Season 7 episode continues, as they remember some happy memories amongst the trauma.

How can you be mad when you have scenes with Will?

Plus, they to figure out if ANYONE likes having their stomach touched, and we witness one big step for man, and a giant leap for Matt Lawrence, with what is now deemed their favorite moment in series history. It’s the end of the recap you’ve been waiting for - on Pod Meets World!

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TGI – Episode 717 “She’s Having My Baby Back Ribs” PART 1

Thu, 07 May 2026 11:00:00 +0000

An episode that has loomed large since day 1, has finally arrived. It’s the “Fat” episode.

The gang treads lightly into this exploration of body image as they admit to the laughs, but relive some difficult memories for both Danielle and Will.

The gang goes behind the scenes into the wild world of blocking and Will explains the complexities of how to control the writer’s room.

Plus, Will takes Danielle on a joyride, on Part 1 of highly anticipated recap on Pod Meets World!

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TGI – Episode 716 “Seven the Hard Way"

Thu, 30 Apr 2026 11:00:00 +0000

We hope you’re recovered from the body count left behind by the prank war, because it’s time to say hello to an iconic part of the BMW-verse…Plays With Squirrels.

The friends are still at each others’ necks making Will assume the writers have a case of “Senioritis.”

And we hear all about Will’s inspiration for the best possibile outcome for Eric’s future and arguably the best Feeny Call in the show’s history.

Get ready for some more time travel on - a new Pod Meets World.

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TGI – Episode 715 “The War"

Thu, 23 Apr 2026 11:00:00 +0000

It’s brother vs. brother in an all-out Civil War, as Danielle, Rider and Will finally face an infamous Season 7 episode. It’s time for the Prank War.

Hear all about the escalating challenge to break your co-star, and it’s safe to say Rider did not win this round.

Art imitates life when Shawn and Cory transform more and more into Rider and Ben. And we need to know…why does every character have to hook up in public??

We’ve all been waiting for this one, superglued to our seats and ready for the bear, so buckle up for a new Pod Meets World!

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TGI – Episode 714 “I’m Gonna Be Like You, Dad"

Thu, 09 Apr 2026 11:00:00 +0000

Eric is going to work with his dad, which can only mean 1 thing...we're gonna see the camping store again! And a mention of the baby? ALL IN ONE EPISODE??? WHAT IS HAPPENING?

Things take a positive turn when Cory becomes a frantic hypochondriac, and Ben gets to do what Ben does best. Could this be a sign that Boy Meets World is back??

Will shares a behind the scenes story from his scene as a cashier, and what he was drawing during the takes. The truth will shock you! (It's dirty)

And we dive into the wild and wonderful world of quotations and punctuation, “right” here! on Pod Meets World.

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TGI – Episode 713 “The Provider"

Thu, 02 Apr 2026 11:00:00 +0000

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!

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TGI – Episode 712 “Family Trees” PART 2

Thu, 26 Mar 2026 19:00:00 +0000

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!

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TGI – Episode 712 “Family Trees” PART 1

Thu, 26 Mar 2026 11:00:00 +0000

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!

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TGI – Episode 711 “What a Drag!”

Thu, 19 Mar 2026 11:00:00 +0000

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!

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TGI – Episode 710 “Picket Fences” PART 2

Thu, 12 Mar 2026 19:00:00 +0000

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!

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TGI – Episode 710 “Picket Fences” PART 1

Thu, 12 Mar 2026 11:00:00 +0000

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!

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TGI – Episode 709 “The Honeymoon is Over”

Thu, 05 Mar 2026 15:02:35 +0000

Ever heard of "married couple dorms?" Well, neither have the hosts. But in this Season 7 recap, the gang will still try and hang on to any shred of the honeymoon phase as Cory and Topanga start their lives and husband and wife.

The couple is on the search for housing and thanks to some tough parental love, find themselves living with some bugs.

Will teaches us about a lesser-known pool game that made its way from backstage to an Eric and Jack storyline and we confirm a theory first explored by Alvin and the Chipmunks: everything is better when you add triplets!

It's a brand new recap on Pod Meets World!

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TGI – Episode 708 “The Honeymooners”

Thu, 26 Feb 2026 12:00:00 +0000

There are some challenges in life that are impossible to prepare for, even if you see it coming from a mile (or 7 seasons) away. But now there’s no avoiding it, so the gang marches forth to recap the infamous “Honeymoon episode.”

Long assumed to be the worst episode of the series, Danielle’s actual take may shock you, while Cory’s dream finally comes true, and the waves hit the rocks.

And beyond just its reputations, this episode may mark the start of Danielle’s arachnophobia, so there’s no better time to find out how much money it would take to share a scene with a tarantula.

So join us in the honeymoon suite, while we consummate the podcast on a highly anticipated recap, on Pod Meets World!

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TGI – Episode 707 “It’s About Time”

Thu, 19 Feb 2026 12:00:00 +0000

Yup. The wedding episode is upon us. Reliving the moment of Topanga finally walking down the aisle was an emotional ride for Danielle, Will and Rider, but what did the gang REALLY think of the episode, now 30 years later??

They RSVP’d for the ceremony with warranted trepidation, but maybe, just maybe, things are better than they feared.

However…why haven’t we explored more of Angela? And at this point, who is the “boy” in Boy Meets World anyway?

Plus, the gang looks back on their own real-life weddings, and we find out what they would change if they could do it all over. So meet us at the Philadelphia Victorian Hotel for a special (and matrimonial) Pod Meets World recap!

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TGI – Episode 706 “They’re Killing Us”

Thu, 12 Feb 2026 12:00:00 +0000

This is not a drill. You've been invited to the biggest wedding in TGIF history and it's time to get ready. What will you wear? Who will you bring? Why are so many people dressing problematically Southern?

The search for Cory’s best man gets heated and Topanga apparently has terrible taste. Watch along as characters abandon 7 seasons of personal development just for a few big laughs and a "documentary style" episode.

Plus, Will discovers a new favorite curse word and Danielle discovers the magic of a children’s rave, all on a new recap episode of Pod Meets World!

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TGI – Episode 705 “You Light Up My Union”

Thu, 05 Feb 2026 12:00:00 +0000

We’ve officially reached the monkey apex of Season 7 - and this time it's not Micky Dolenz.

Who knew an episode with an organ grinder, a famous primate and a lingerie subplot could garner such strong emotions? But here we are - and our hosts are ready to make a very bold claim.

And when they're not rolling their eyes, they're contemplating a real problem; Would you rather live without A/C, hot water, or the internet?? But no matter your answer, there is one thing you'll have forever - this new recap on Pod Meets World!

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TGI – Episode 704 “No Such Thing as a Sure Thing”

Thu, 29 Jan 2026 12:00:00 +0000

GUYS! Shawn and Angela are back together!! It’s a Season 7 miracle. As a result, the gang tries to survive the newly revived storyline, but the constant make-out sessions aren’t making it easy.

On the other hand, Danielle admits she wasn’t quite as into her fictional relationship at this point, and now, years later, she can finally explain why.

Get ready for baffling character decisions, Pengy the Penguin and a confusing Italian bike rider. And also, why are Pennbook’s rivals…Amish?

Who knows? I’ll tell you who. The newest recap on Pod Meets World!

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TGI – Episode 703 “Angela’s Men”

Thu, 22 Jan 2026 12:00:00 +0000

We’re only 3 episodes into season 7 and Shawn might be already joining the military? We get to know Angela’s father, who introduces the potential new path for Shawn, but Rider’s memory is clouded by the amount of push-ups he had to do.

Will has a shocking revelation about the Matthews family that leaves Danielle and Rider stunned, and it could change how you look at the rest of the series. And we find out that Will Friedle does his own stunts!

Plus, is gaslighting a form of love?? Find out on another recap from Pod Meets World!

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TGI – Episode 702 “For Love and Apartments”

Thu, 15 Jan 2026 12:00:00 +0000

Only 2 episodes into Season 7 and here we are - body slamming and choking on a humanized sock.

It’s a battle for the apartment, complete with a cage match and Mankind cameo, as the connection between Boy Meets World and professional wrestling goes even deeper, with their history gaining yet another chapter. All while Topanga’s storyline reminds us how much cooler she is when she’s single.

But still, the gang cuts through how unlikeable Cory is to appreciate the high level of acting from Ben and Danielle takes us behind the scenes of how she filmed a fight scene with a broken elbow.

So listen up, or we’ll have to introduce you to Mr. Socko, on the new Pod Meets World!

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TGI – Episode 701 “Show Me The Love”

Thu, 08 Jan 2026 12:00:00 +0000

It’s finally arrived. Recaps of the 7th and final season of Boy Meets World have begun.

Our hosts know they’re entering uncharted territory, so Will opens up about why he’s been apprehensive about this part of the rewatch. And we hear the behind-the-scenes story of what happened when he pulled a wig off in front of the live studio audience…and got a completely unexpected reaction.

The gang also shares their final “How I Spent My Summer In Between Seasons,” with Rider detailing a European adventure and Danielle fulfilling a lifelong dream for her grandfather.

Is this season too self conscious? Has the energy completely shifted? We’ll find out as we dive right in to the long-awaited, and mostly avoided, Season 7 of Pod Meets World…

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TGI – Episode 622 “State of the Unions”

Mon, 25 Aug 2025 11:00:00 +0000

The time has come to say goodbye to Season 6 and recap its (somewhat) dramatic finale.

Cory and Topanga’s wedding continues to loom in the near future, so with the (somewhat) return of Jedidiah Lawrence, things are getting even more complicated!

Shawn and Eric (somewhat) get their first scene together, but was everyone really getting ready to say goodbye to Will forever?

Get ready for the end of another season on this episode of Pod Meets World!

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TGI – Episode 621 “The Psychotic Episode”

Thu, 14 Aug 2025 11:00:00 +0000

Even though they’re wide awake, the gang is stepping into more dream sequences than they can count, as they recap the penultimate episode of Season 6.

Danielle shares a memory with a certain boy-bander after seeing herself in a wedding dress, and Will spots multiple character breaks from - usually subdued Rider. See if you can catch them too!

And visit the alternate reality where Eric moved in with Feeny and can only imagine the endless hi-jinx.

Plus, we finally reached the moment where Austin Powers references hit the BMW script - so…Pod behave baby! It’s an all new recap…

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TGI – Episode 620 “The Truth About Honesty”

Thu, 07 Aug 2025 11:00:00 +0000

After a case of mistaken razors, Cory and Topanga make a promise to be 100% honest with each other, and our hosts have promised to do the same in this recap.

We’re late in Season 6 and Cory & Topanga have changed a lot since getting married/engaged, but will a hastily eaten radish rose send one of them over the edge?

Plus, what’s grosser: Sharing a razor, deodorant or toothbrush?? The gang dives into this intimate grooming debate and never looks back.

And for all those listeners playing “Spot the Lobster” at home, get ready for a BUSY, and new, episode of Pod Meets World…

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TGI – Episode 619 “Bee True”

Thu, 31 Jul 2025 11:00:00 +0000

We’re speeding through the final lap of season 6, and not even the return of an archeologist / treasure hunter ex-husband can slow us down! The gang analyzes a throwback romp that includes a classic Cory and Shawn scheme and a member of *NSYNC offending one of the Monkees off-camera.

Rider remembers some weird vibes on set that week, but it doesn’t stop him from giving us a lesson in bee science.

So strap on your platform shoes and get ready to hit the dance floor - right here on a new Pod Meets World!

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TGI – Episode 618 “Can I Help to Cheer You?”

Thu, 24 Jul 2025 11:00:00 +0000

We’re saying goodbye to little orphan Tommy, but hello to a wedding on the horizon, as our rollercoaster ride through season 6 continues…

Eric yearns to become a dad, while Cory receives an unexplainable, and indecent, proposal at the most unlikely of places. Topanga also finds more ways to abandon what we know about her as a character, as she can’t stop nagging about wedding details.

It’s time to revisit some cringe with Rider’s make out scene, a fake baby and Will’s inability to fake-cry.

Plus, what does “Can I Help to Cheer You?” even mean?? Find out (maybe) on the newest Pod Meets World..

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TGI – Episode 617 “Resurrection”

Thu, 17 Jul 2025 11:00:00 +0000

This week’s recap is a labor of love as a newborn’s life hangs in the balance and a special cameo mimicked a real life emergency.

The gang analyzes this polarizing episode with Cory once again coming off as disturbingly controlling with the melodrama turnt up to 11.

Even the in-studio audience didn’t know when to laugh, contributing even more to the weird note that ends the episode.

Plus, find out why Danielle was recently surprised with a chunk of human hair - right here on Pod Meets World!

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TGI – Episode 616 “My Baby Valentine”

Thu, 10 Jul 2025 11:00:00 +0000

Love is in the air as we dive into Cory’s ultimate Valentine’s Day fantasy…throwing his mom a baby shower.

The gang gets into the true meaning of “water breaking” and explore a missed opportunity with Morgan that could’ve thrown us back to Season 1.

There’s another stellar Bill Daniels performance, plus, Rider updates us on his squeaky shoes!

We’re dodging Cupid’s arrows, and spotting lobsters, right here on Pod Meets World!

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TGI – Episode 615 “Road Trip”

Thu, 26 Jun 2025 11:00:00 +0000

Wait. Your local diner doesn’t have an entire girl’s pop group working as waitresses? Well, that’s on you, because Cory and Shawn are on a road trip and they hit the jackpot.

It’s another example of art imitating life when Rider reveals how he became a master of disguise on his real-life journey that inspired this season 6 adventure.

They were treated to a performance from Nobody’s Angel, but the gang can’t help but notice Rider may not have loved being there.Plus, a possible mushroom induced conversation from beyond the grave and a character sporting the “boner of death.”

So pack your snacks and buckle up, because we’re going on a road trip for a new Pod Meets World recap episode!

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TGI – Episode 614 “Getting Hitched”

Thu, 19 Jun 2025 11:00:00 +0000

Boy Meets World has officially shifted into soap opera mode - even getting its very own “Previously On” recap! The drama kicks back into high gear as Shawn continues to recover from the loss of Chet, and yet Will can still make anything he’s given funny.

Rider reveals a breakdown he endured the week of filming, feeling creatively drained from the heavy scenes and we still introduce BMW viewers to the Fiancé Game.Shawn and Jack may have the episode’s best moment, but has the hidden lobster become the unofficial star of the show??Find out on an all new Pod Meets World…

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TGI – Episode 613 “We’ll Have a Good Time Then”

Thu, 12 Jun 2025 11:00:00 +0000

Just in time for Father’s Day, things take an emotional turn for Shawn in this crucial season 6 episode.

Rider shares his memories of the devastating scenes with his TV dad and explains how this performance helped reframe the way Blake Clark saw himself as an actor.

But no matter how heavy the subject matter got…the lobster prop still remains.

Plus, a newly-crowned Seat 4D has been spotted behind a Kardashian - all on a new Pod Meets World.

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TGI – Episode 612 “Cutting the Cord”

Thu, 05 Jun 2025 11:00:00 +0000

We’re midway through season 6 and back to the recaps! The gang breaks down Alan’s mid-life lust for a motorcycle and which character SHOULD have been the one to talk some sense into him.

And we finally get to those karaoke scenes! Rider reveals they shot an alternate version of Angela’s song and Danielle recalls one of the most famous tags in the show’s history.

Plus, Will continues to win “Spot the Lobster” and you’ll never look at “warm bowls” the same. Control your laughter - It’s an all-new Pod Meets World.

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TGI – Episode 611 “Santa’s Little Helpers”

Thu, 01 May 2025 04:00:00 +0000

It’s never too early for a little holiday cheer on Pod Meets World, so let’s celebrate with Santa’s little helpers. Break out the mistletoe because Eric gets caught up in becoming a mall Santa and we finally get to meet Tommy the orphan.

Will talks about what it was like having a God-ologue and some of his most dramatic scenes yet.

All while Rider tries to figure out why Shawn isn’t ready to commit and the gang gets into a heated debate about…Christmas lights.

Deck the halls with a brand new Pod Meets World…

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TGI – Episode 610 “And In Case I Don’t See Ya”

Thu, 24 Apr 2025 04:00:00 +0000

In a rare move by Boy Meets World writers, they pulled a storyline straight from the big screen for this Season 6 romp, putting Eric right in the middle of “The Truman Show.”

Will can perfectly recall a line from an obscure sitcom from the ‘70s, but has no memory of filming this episode! As a result, the gang unpacks why maybe this one’s been erased from the podcast’s most effective brain.

Plus, the return of another character who has a familiar name, alongside an unusual outburst of anger from Alan!

And did Will experience breaking & entering or just a breaking of etiquette? You be the judge - on a new Pod Meets World!

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TGI – Episode 609 “Poetic License: An Ode to Holden Caulfield”

Thu, 17 Apr 2025 04:00:00 +0000

Art imitates life when Boy Meets World becomes a poetry jam!

What happens when Rider’s real life passion becomes a storyline? In short: a very confusing week of filming.

Hear the difference between how Rider would write for himself, and how he’d write for Shawn, and which cast member took things a bit too far and turned BMW into a contact sport.

Plus, Will shares how he inspired a Bill Daniels ad-lib - all on a new Pod Meets World!

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TGI – Episode 608 “You’re Married, You’re Dead”

Thu, 10 Apr 2025 04:00:00 +0000

Round up the dudes! We have a reservation at Cleaváge!!

The gang dives into a thinly veiled family version of Hooters and the evolution of engaged Cory (sans engagement ring), all while Shawn digs deeper and deeper into bachelorhood after his break-up with Angela.

Not even a night out with Gambling Dan, and a Mighty Ducks legend, can salvage this episode, which contains a moment that Will and Danielle want to “Eternal Sunshine” out of their memories forever. And it has a perfect storyline to springboard into more conversation about the depiction of women on Boy Meets World.

Buckle up and Tushie Dance your way through a brand new, and hilarious, recap episode of Pod Meets World1

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TGI – Episode 607 “Everybody Loves Stuart”

Thu, 03 Apr 2025 04:21:14 +0000

Take a seat on the student union couch, because the “coolest teacher” at school might not be exactly who you think he is…

The gang tackles a very special episode that puts Topanga in a difficult spot - but was it ever actually about her? Also, who pushed who first? The gang analyzes the thin line of offense toyed with throughout the script and also share their feelings on a “Love is Blind” contestant “borrowing” a line from BMW.

It won’t take a 5th sense to figure out what our hosts think on an all-new Pod Meets World recap!

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TGI – Episode 606 “Hogs and Kisses”

Thu, 27 Mar 2025 04:00:00 +0000

Well, here it is.

Long teased, but blocked from their memories, the gang dissects another kiss-heavy episode, this time between the most unlikely of partners: Topanga & Shawn.

What can Danielle and Rider actually remember about this incredibly awkward storyline? How could anyone blame Cory for being paranoid?? And also - what is the College Orientation video all about anyway???

Will also recalls the unhinged, and somewhat repulsive, food fight, while the hosts pay tribute to their most courageous co-star, on an all-new Pod Meets World!

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TGI – Episode 605 “Better Than Your Average Cory”

Thu, 20 Mar 2025 04:00:00 +0000

We may not be art prodigies like Alexandra Nechita, but this podcast episode is a masterpiece nonetheless. The gang dives into an “acid trip of weirdness” to try and find some cohesion in season 6, and why exactly an artistic excursion was necessary.

The hosts continue to navigate the Jack/Eric/Rachel love triangle, throwing them into an art museum worthy meltdown.

Plus, Danielle updates the listeners on her health journey, and Alan Matthews helps us learn the power of being “average,” on all-new Pod Meets World!

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TGI – Episode 604 “Friendly Persuasion”

Thu, 13 Mar 2025 04:26:23 +0000

We’re deep into dorm life, continuing our Season 6 recaps, now finally entering a new dynamic: the interesting friendship between Cory and Angela!

Jumping right in with a wildly unhinged Cory / Topanga kiss, Mr. Feeny is finding his footing in college, while the Shawn / Angela relationship continues to stall (and we don’t mean a co-ed bathroom stall, a room place that Cory finally conquers).

Plus, one of our hosts has a theory that connects Boy Meets World to the M*A*S*H universe. Bet you can’t guess who it is! It’s Will. Definitely Will. You knew that.

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TGI – Episode 603 “Ain’t College Great?”

Thu, 06 Mar 2025 05:00:00 +0000

We’re settling into college life, and nothing says adjustment like the Pennbrook Student Union’s very first appearance!

As the freshmen rush to sign up for classes, Cory bites off more than he can chew, and the B-story gives our hosts a case of Deja vu, though this time ending in the laundry room.

They explore what a retired Feeny does in his free time, and we hear the harrowing tale of the 18 hours Rider spent searching for “Pickles,” only on a “swomp” of a new Pod Meets World!

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TGI – Episode 602 “Her Answer (Part 2)”

Thu, 27 Feb 2025 05:15:38 +0000

Topanga may have stuttered at the altar, but the gang has PLENTY to say as our recap of Season 6 charges on.

Coming off a tense cliffhanger, we break down some major mommy issues, while Cory and Topanga hit a rough patch after their failed nuptials. Plus, it's time to analyze the the sacred union of marriage with a very strange conversation between Topanga and Amy.

Will takes us through his leisurely morning routine, and we find out why nobody should own a bird...on an all-new Pod Meets World!

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TGI – Episode 601 “His Answer”

Thu, 20 Feb 2025 05:35:00 +0000

The wait is over! The hosts are entering the halls of Pennbrook, leaving behind the naive salad days of John Adams High, and the podcast is officially in its Season 6 era. With a wedding proposal looming from a cliffhanger, and the addition of a new cast member, we have a lot of questions!

When did Cory and Topanga ACTUALLY meet? Why can’t they just wait a minute to get married? Does Topanga even remember she was accepted to Yale? Is Eric going to be THIS funny all season long???

Plus, continuing the podcast tradition, we find out what our hosts did as teens during Boy Meets World’s Summer hiatus. And yes, Danielle got a tan. Hear it all on a new, and moving right along, episode of Pod Meets World!

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TGI – Episode 524 “Graduation”

Thu, 19 Dec 2024 06:21:09 +0000

We’ve made it! We've earned our diplomas and now it’s time to leave not only John Adams high, but also - Boy Meets World, Season Five.

Some familiar faces have returned for class, but one show favorite didn't quite get the respectful send-off he deserved. And even though it was a joyous celebration, that didn’t stop WIll and Matt from pulling a prank during rehearsal! And with a big, yet somewhat disappointing, graduation speech, the gang wonders if Shawn was the actual star of this season, while Will details how his "To Sir" close-up, and two very special cameos, came together.

And Topanga has made her big decision, giving the show its biggest cliffhanger yet! The gang knows they're in for a new era of BMW - but it all starts with this season finale rewatch on Pod Meets World...

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TGI – Episode 523 “Things Change”

Thu, 12 Dec 2024 05:00:00 +0000

Consider this your acceptance letter, with a full scholarship, to another Boy Meets World recap! NO WAITLIST NEEDED!

It’s time to rewatch the penultimate season 5 episode, with college looming in the distance for the John Adams gang. Sure, Topanga was a straight A student and Shawn barely passed - but they still want to attend the same college!

Are we seeing Cory’s most “toxic” moment in the entire series, or has the fun not even begun?

Plus, is Pennbrook even a good school?? Who’s running the Wilderness Store?? Our destinies lie in the hands of an admissions board - hold on tight, it’s a new Pod Meets World!

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TGI – Episode 522 “Prom-ises, Prom-ises”

Thu, 05 Dec 2024 05:00:00 +0000

Since the beginning of the podcast, the gang has been dreading the infamous, Disney Channel banned, Prom night episode. And here we are. Or are we?

Danielle, Rider & Will rewatch the ACTUAL episode and find themselves with a fresh new perspective, in love with a certain interaction between Cory and a scene-stealing guest star. And Rider shares some of the behind the scenes drama about *how* to handle the complex issue of ‘90s sex and reveals his attempts to change the script.

Plus, they analyze how Cory, a self confessed invisible dork, somehow won Prom King, on a brand new, formally dressed, Pod Meets World.

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TGI – Episode 521 “Honesty Night”

Thu, 28 Nov 2024 05:00:00 +0000

As the gang creeps up to the Season 5 finale, things are moving fast. So fast, they forgot to tell Shawn.

Will shares his reaction to watching the devolution of Eric in real time, from adorably dumb to complete buffoon (or whatever other word of the day can describe his silly antics). And find out the exact moment that young Rider’s soul completely left his body.

Plus, we get into the nuts and bolts of rock operas and couples therapy, and say farewell to the Captain America underwear, on a new Pod Meets World.

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TGI – Episode 520 “Starry Night”

Thu, 21 Nov 2024 05:00:00 +0000

When you visit an art museum, you might be moved, inspired or, apparently, reunited with the “perfect” guy. Buckle up, as the gang analyzes what might be ANOTHER “Trapanga” for Cory in the form of fine art, as they try to figure out why so many storylines started when they were children.

The hosts dive deeper into Corpanga, and wonder if the duo ever actually listened to each other. Are they the perfect TV couple we always thought they were? And it’s finally time for Trina to shine!

All that and the age old question: Would Will have liked Rider if he met him outside the world of Boy Meets World?? It’s a new Pod Meets World: a real masterpiece.

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TGI – Episode 519 “Eric Hollywood”

Thu, 14 Nov 2024 05:00:00 +0000

Art thee prepared to ascend through an episode recap worthy of a sonnet? It's time to take Hollywood by storm and journey through the multiverse for the most meta Boy Meets World ever. Your favorite sitcom, “Kid Gets Acquainted with the Universe,” is on the air and ready for some big laughs, even if they're at the IRL actors' expense.

A table of kids is full of Nepo babies and Will shares how he ended up with Jeff Goldblum and John Cleese while filming this episode!

So hop in the golf cart and enjoy some unforgettable performances from Ben Sandwich, Schneider and whatever Topanga's other name is, on an all-new Pod Meets World!

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TGI – Episode 518 “If You Can’t Be with the One You Love…”

Thu, 07 Nov 2024 05:00:00 +0000

We’ve reached yet another historic milestone in the gang’s Boy Meets World rewatch: the first episode “banned” by the Disney Channel! It’s a polarizing storyline that has even Rider feeling uncomfortable almost 30 years later.

It’s another rare Will-less BMW, so he’s ready to share his take as a viewer and dive deep into the expected tropes of a “very special episode.” And how exactly did a young Rider Strong know how to act “drunk” anyway???

Get ready for some heavy drama and an ambitious take on underage drinking, on this episode of Pod Meets World!

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TGI – Episode 517 “And Then There Was Shawn”

Thu, 31 Oct 2024 04:32:02 +0000

We finally made it. Widely regarded as the most memorable episode in the entire history of Boy Meets World, “And Then There Was Shawn,” now has an official recap. And yes, we dropped it on Halloween.

The gang shares their memories from making the scare fest, including how director Jeff McCracken was pushed to his breaking point and what Rider really thought of the twist ending.

We’re pulling off the mask on SO many behind the scenes secrets, but remember…no one gets out alive! Death is on the menu tonight, for a big pencil-stabbing episode of Pod Meets World!

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TGI – Episode 516 “Torn Between Two Lovers (Feeling Like a Fool)”

Thu, 24 Oct 2024 04:00:00 +0000

The emotional roller coaster that is Cory and Topanga continues with a surprise visit from Lauren, which is creepy and weird - but also…they’re a good match? Who knows.

Danielle, Will and Rider dive deep into the relationship drama of this season, and tackle a popular fan question about this episode: is Topanga manipulative?

It’s a turning point in the BMW timeline, evolving from traditional sitcom to a more self-reflective drama… but also, why does Shawn have a scale in his apartment?? The answer may shock you.

Hide in a jacket and may the jelly beans land in your favor - it’s an all-new Pod Meets World!

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TGI – Episode 515 “First Girlfriends’ Club”

Thu, 17 Oct 2024 04:00:00 +0000

We’ve kidnapped Will, Danielle and Rider and won’t let them leave until they recap a new, and baffling, Valentines Day episode of Boy Meets World!

Shawn’s ex-girlfriends, all returning guest stars, commit multiple felonies to “protect” Angela, and that might just be the least confusing part of the script! Find out what the gang thinks would’ve happened had Shawn’s friends never intervened and what new accessory Will is wearing IRL.

Trina is praised, Corpanga gets more esoteric and handcuff keys magically appear on this installment of - Pod Meets World…

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TGI – Episode 514 “Heartbreak Cory”

Thu, 10 Oct 2024 04:00:00 +0000

THE TIME HAS COME, PEOPLE. Cory, Shawn, Topanga and Angela are hitting the slopes, and Cory’s sprained ankle introduces one of the most controversial characters in BMW history: Lauren - played by the always outstanding Linda Cardellini.

But was it Cory’s fault? Did he do anything wrong? Do the rules change once you’re married? The gang dives deep into ethics and monogamy and their varied takes might just surprise you…

Plus, it’s William Russ’s first time directing, and boy, did they hand him a big one. Come recap every anger inducing detail, from one of the series’ most memorable storylines, on a highly anticipated Pod Meets World!

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TGI – Episode 513 “The Eskimo”

Thu, 03 Oct 2024 04:23:41 +0000

Mr. Feeny assigns Shawn the task of getting Super Bowl tickets, but Danielle, Rider and Will have a much more realistic goal: to recap another Season 5 episode!

We hear the story behind the meme-tastic “soup or bowl” scene and just how Danielle was flung off Ben’s back and right onto the kitchen floor.

The gang reveals a bit too much about their sleeping attire and we try to figure out the history of a certain hand motion that goes with “taco” on BMW.

You don’t want to be the last one on a freezing cold billboard, so come in where it’s warm - on a brand new Pod Meets World!

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TGI – Episode 512 “Raging Cory”

Thu, 26 Sep 2024 04:36:48 +0000

We’re aggressively shoving our hosts right into another thrilling season 5 recap!

Alan Matthews is one of the all-time great TV dads, but even he makes mistakes! We analyze his parenting style and offer some hacks to prevent these type of dilemmas in real life.

We get to hear some crazy stories about filming the skydiving scene, and how one guest star felt weird about his classic Coen Bros. character. And which Matthews family member was an adrenaline junkie in real life?

So join us for some unforgettable lines, a bunch of new (or old) sets, and a lesson that will change your life, on an all-new, top 5 Pod Meets World!

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TGI – Episode 511 “A Very Topanga Christmas”

Thu, 19 Sep 2024 04:00:00 +0000

Christmas comes early when the gang relives Topanga’s complicated (and annoying) holiday traditions, which leads to a discussion on guest etiquette in the BMW-verse.

The gang questions if “Christmas Eve Day” is even a thing and Rider noticed the Caroling moment may have been a bigger deal in his memory than it ended up being on the screen.

Plus, Danielle shares her revelatory experience in Las Vegas that has transformed her into a Dead Head, on a new yuletide edition of Pod Meets World!

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TGI – Episode 510 “Last Tango in Philly”

Thu, 12 Sep 2024 04:00:00 +0000

This week we’ve got some Hot Stuff to recap!

It might be a meme-friendly and beloved BMW episode, but the gang still has some major questions! Is this Mexican restaurant just an alternate universe Chubbies? Is dancing with a man cheating on your boyfriend? And WTF is going on with the side/front/sidewalk yard?

Another guest star steals the show and Fenny’s salad plate is starting to look full.

Plus, Will and Rider take us behind the scenes of the iconic dance sequence to find out what the legendary Bill Daniels might have personally choreographed - on a brand new Pod Meets World!

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TGI – Episode 509 “How to Succeed in Business”

Thu, 05 Sep 2024 04:00:00 +0000

Cory and Shawn may have gotten jobs, but it’s our hosts getting to work and recapping another episode of Boy Meets World!

Considering some questionable behavior from our main character, you might be surprised to hear where the gang places this one on the roller coaster that is season 5.

And though it’s not unusual to see a stellar William Daniels performance, this time he does it without saying a SINGLE word! If you want a masterclass in acting, they’ll tell you which scene to watch.

Plus, take a totally extreme trip into one of Will’s lesser known voice acting roles and find out why “naked ladies are nice!”

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TGI – Episode 508 “Chasing Angela” featuring Trina McGee

Thu, 29 Aug 2024 04:17:02 +0000

It’s time for an ICONIC season 5 episode and the gang is on a bit of a roll, so they’ve brought in Angela herself, Trina McGee, to sit in on a recap!

In the name of bad “phacting,” Trina masters the art and shares a live demonstration, while they watch the start of an unforgettable relationship, with the two people who defined it.

Trina reveals a BTS argument from the episode, and we find out why she actually *enjoys* watching herself in projects - all on a brand new Pod Meets World!

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TGI – Episode 507 “I Love You, Donna Karan”

Thu, 22 Aug 2024 04:00:00 +0000

Could it be…season 5 is looking up?? The gang is caught off guard when the Rolf starts to wear off and they might know the reason why.

Shawn falls in love with a purse – leaving breadcrumbs for what will become an iconic BMW romance, and the most complete introduction of a character yet. And any time you get a little Maggie Lawson, you know it’s gonna be good.

We might have an imaginary Feeny, but this episode is no hallucination. Things are getting better on an all-new Pod Meets World!

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TGI – Episode 506 “No Guts, No Cory”

Thu, 15 Aug 2024 04:00:00 +0000

They say that if a black cat crosses your path, it’s bad luck. But if you’re on a TGIF show and the black cat is Salem from Sabrina the Teenage Witch… you get sent back in time!

It’s another time travel episode as the gang transports back to the ‘40s to experience WWII, through a bizarre TGIF special event - and possibly the clunkiest theme song transition in BMW history.

We crack the 4th wall for the most “meta” moment of the show so far, and Will’s special connection to the script forced him to put his foot down for the first time ever.

Fight for your country and get ready for a brand new Pod Meets World!

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TGI – Episode 505 “The Witches of Pennbrook”

Thu, 08 Aug 2024 05:45:10 +0000

It’s time for another Halloween episode - this season with two very special guest stars and two main characters possibly dying in a plane crash.

The gang might not recognize their archetypes anymore, but this episode spawned a ton of memes, and you couldn’t ask for a better legacy than that.

We thumb through “Witchcraft for Dumb Dumbs,” while a new girlfriend makes for a Full House between Eric and Jack, and Topanga gets into the cockpit of a airplane…with absolutely no training.

We’ll try to get through the recap without speaking in tongues - it’s a very witchy, holiday episode of Pod Meets World!

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TGI – Episode 504 “Fraternity Row”

Thu, 01 Aug 2024 04:00:00 +0000

When Eric starts his own fraternity at Pennbrook, and forces Jack along for the ride, even some dated Love Boat cameos couldn't get the party started.

The gang wonders why a kid with a Magnum P.I. shirt didn't get a line, while they throw another moment of boys in dresses into the "Was this progressive?" pile. And which guest star had words with a director and never appeared again?

Danielle wonders if the show is currently an island, but more importantly - what happened with her headphones - on a brand new Pod Meets World...

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TGI – Episode 503 “It’s Not You… It’s Me”

Thu, 25 Jul 2024 04:00:00 +0000

We continue our ride through season 5 with flashbacks, dated jokes, and a new haircut for Eric!

It’s time to take a trip to the infamous llama pen, where history is rewritten and youth is recaptured - even if Cory could’ve just walked right back to Topanga. Rider shares some memories from filming this episode, which can only be described as a “mess.”

The Rolf rolls on, but Will has thoughts on what to look forward to, all on a new Pod Meets World!

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TGI – Episode 502 “Boy Meets Real World”

Thu, 18 Jul 2024 04:00:00 +0000

We’re only 2 episodes into Season 5 and the Rolf is in full effect. Strap in for some scalding hot takes on this (second) MTV show themed episode that has as many plot points (and Slinkies) as it has critiques!

Rider shares his honest memories of having to be in a towel and why being “over the top” just isn’t his thing.

But the silver lining is this episode marks a crucial point in BMW history: it’s the first appearance of a new, and fan-favorite, character.

So find out what happens when our hosts stop being polite… and start getting real - on an all-new Pod Meets World!

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TGI – Episode 501 “Brothers”

Thu, 11 Jul 2024 04:00:00 +0000

It's time to enter Season 5 - and the chance for another Drop Shock (now called "Rolf"). The gang says goodbye to many-a guest star, but hello to Jack Hunter, a.k.a. the beloved Matthew Lawrence, who slides right onto the set, because the one thing Boy Meets World needed was...another brother.

As usual, we find out what the hosts did during their Summer hiatus, even though this time it's a little harder to recall. Thanks, Amsterdam.

The gang has some thoughts about the opening dream sequence and analyze some strange moments, like Cory’s fantasies with another woman and Topanga’s uncontrollable lust as Eric lifts a staggering 8 pound weight.

Plus, Rider reveals what scene made him cry for the first time in BMW history - all on this week’s Pod Meets World!

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TGI – Episode 422 “Learning to Fly”

Thu, 13 Jun 2024 05:41:30 +0000

The time has come. No matter how long we want it to last, the end of Boy Meets World's peak Season 4 is here, and Eric is going off to college!
Danielle, Will and Rider get one last look at the focus of this tremendous string of episodes and put a pin on the idea that the SATs are the most important moment of your life.

Rider shares the wisdom of “no wolf, no part”, Danielle reads another personal entry from her childhood diary and things get surprisingly intense. Also, should this have been the finale, or did they get the order wrong?
Close out another season with the gang on an all-new Season finale episode of Pod Meets World!

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TGI – Episode 421 “Cult Fiction” Part 2

Fri, 07 Jun 2024 19:13:23 +0000

Are you centered? It’s time for Part 2 of the gang’s recap of “Cult Fiction!”

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TGI – Episode 421 “Cult Fiction” Part 1

Thu, 06 Jun 2024 04:00:00 +0000

The moment you’ve been waiting for has arrived! It’s time for the infamous (and very special) “Shawn joins a Cult” episode - and on a sadder note: the end of Mr. Turner on Boy Meets World. Rider takes us through his memories of this insane episode, with last minute re-writes and the fastest cult conversion in the history of TV.

With an episode this intense and iconic, we had to break it into 2 parts!
So here’s a hug in the form of a podcast, from your friends at The Centre, on an all-new Pod Meets World!

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TGI – Episode 420 “Security Guy”

Thu, 30 May 2024 04:00:00 +0000

The gang tackles yet another SAT centered episode, and our #2 pencils are sharpened and ready to disappoint Alan.

We dive deep into the high expectations the audience has for Eric’s future and the surprising truth that his storyline starts, and ends, the season!

Though not the most shocking moment on the BMW set with the vegetable, there’s an all-time record made when Topanga becomes the first character to eat an entire head of broccoli in mere minutes. And now her son is having an existential crisis.

So be sure to study, and fill in every Scantron bubble, for a brand new Pod Meets World…

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TGI – Episode 419 “Quiz Show”

Thu, 23 May 2024 04:00:00 +0000

Hope you all studied because this week the gang is diving head first into “Quiz Show” - an episode packed with printing press facts and sweet Artie K.’s leather jacket.

It’s the source of a legendary Feeny speech, even if Will thinks Shawn should’ve gotten a different question and the writers MAY have been poking at Jenny McCarthy for avoiding a guest appearance.

And yes, this is the infamous Phil Leeds broccoli episode - so do what you will with that information. It’s style vs. substance on a brand new Pod Meets World!!

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TGI – Episode 418 “Uncle Daddy”

Thu, 02 May 2024 04:00:00 +0000

Is Eric ready to be a dad? It’s time to find out with the introduction of Ryan, a pre-Tommy played by one of the stars of “Liar Liar” (and no, it’s not Jim Carrey).

Will might be critical of his acting choices in this one, but he didn’t miss when it came to mini basketball.

Rusty and Betsy endure some strange wardrobe decisions, but are still able to teach Cory a lesson about leaving the car on E (all while confusing the hosts about what he did with Topanga during the stall out).

Take a ride on the good ship S.S.S.A.T., and see the return of the Good Looking Guy tux - on an all-new Pod Meets World!

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TGI – Episode 417 “A Long Walk to Pittsburgh: Part 2”

Thu, 25 Apr 2024 04:50:39 +0000

When we last left Boy Meets World, Topanga was drenched, standing at the Matthews door back in Philadelphia, running away from her new destiny in Pittsburgh. WHAT WILL HAPPEN IN THIS SUSPENSEFUL PART 2?????

Is this an unnecessary detour from the heart of BMW or is it just a sign of what’s to come for Corpanga? And why does Will think he was “forcing” his comedy?

Join the fever dream acting with legends Olivia Hussey and Bill Daniels at the SAME TIME, and wondering if the TV parents are caving incorrectly, on this week’s Pod Meets World!

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TGI – Episode 416 “A Long Walk to Pittsburgh: Part 1”

Thu, 18 Apr 2024 04:49:38 +0000

Every long walk starts with a single step… or in our case, a single podcast. We’re testing true love as we delve into a dramatic 2-part Boy Meets World episode!

Topanga is moving away, which sends Rider down a “Romeo and Juliet” rabbit hole and Will explains why this script is the true start of “Cory and Topanga.” And we explore the gang’s longtime hatred of extended phone calls.

Find out why life with Rider can be back-breaking work, and so much more, on the latest episode of Pod Meets World!

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TGI – Episode 415 “Chick Like Me”

Thu, 11 Apr 2024 04:00:00 +0000

It’s time for the gang to dive into a Season 4 episode that might just be the most anticipated yet! Two of the hosts are ready to place this classic into the Top 5 BMW episodes of ALL TIME, while the other isn’t quite as convinced.

Go behind the scenes for every detail on how Cory and Shawn became Cora and Veronica, including the beauty secret that you might spot very early in the episode. And why was this one of the most nerve-wracking shoot days for Rider?

Does the script avoid the pratfalls of ‘90s gender swapping, or does it trailblaze a direction rarely seen on TV?

Either way, let’s get on with it, because our hosiery is bunching! It’s time for an all new Pod Meets World…

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TGI – Episode 414 “Wheels”

Thu, 04 Apr 2024 04:23:32 +0000

We’re cruising into a recap, kicking into high gear, with the episode where Cory turns 16 and gets his driver’s license!

It’s a podcast of revelations when the history of Eric’s drivers test is rewritten and we find a surprising hint for how close Cory, Topanga and Shawn actually live to each other.

Plus, another surprising BMW wrestling connection, more fun with Rusty & Bill Daniels and the origin of Eric’s original birthday song…all on a new Pod Meets World!

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TGI – Episode 413 “B&B’s B ‘N’ B”

Thu, 28 Mar 2024 04:00:00 +0000

Mr. Feeny has lived in the hearts of Boy Meets World fans for 30 years, but this episode is the first time we get to see where HE lives! We’re exploring the Feeny abode as Cory and Shawn have a business idea and Topanga’s personality changes course once again.

Will shares more Bill Daniels stories that will make you feel all warm and fuzzy, while we get the inside scoop on the episode’s weird title and heartwarming musical number!

So feel free to check in at the PMW B ‘N’ B for an all-new episode of Pod Meets World!

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TGI – Episode 412 “Easy Street”

Thu, 21 Mar 2024 04:00:00 +0000

BADA BING! Cory gets a taste of the wise guy life in an episode that feels more like The Sopranos than Boy Meets World.

The gang looks back on sharing the stage with legends Soupy Sales and Buddy Hackett, who may not have been quite ready for a family sitcom live audience.

Plus, Rider opens up about his dreams of acting in a drama like Dawson’s Creek, which actually helped him treasure his time on a sitcom!

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TGI – Episode 411 “An Affair to Forget”

Thu, 14 Mar 2024 07:33:33 +0000

The bromance has never been stronger than on this new recap where Cory and Shawn are forced to “break up” and rendezvous all around town.

In addition to strengthening the bond between our favorite best friends, it’s the first time cell phones are mentioned in the BMW-verse - so the hosts take a long trip down the gray brick road for some Blackberry-influenced memories.

And while they discover what might have been the first “throuple” on TV, the hosts dream of seeing Eric’s entire one man show in its entirety.

So join us, because not even Zathrak the Undead can keep us apart, on an all-new Pod Meets World!

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TGI – Episode 410 “Turkey Day”

Thu, 07 Mar 2024 05:00:00 +0000

Get ready for a recap with all the sides, and smothered in gravy, because it’s time for a Thanksgiving dinner on Boy Meets World!

With MVP performances from the adults, amongst some rewrite ideas, one of our hosts think this might be his/her best performance in Boy Meets World history.

AND we finally answer the age old question: Does Rider like “Survivor,” Post Malone or “Twilight?”

We do know one thing for sure: we’re thankful for an all-new Pod Meets World!

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TGI – Episode 409 “Sixteen Candles and Four-Hundred-Pound Men”

Thu, 29 Feb 2024 05:19:52 +0000

Cory and Shawn deal with a dilemma straight out of The Flintstones when they have to be at Topanga’s sweet sixteen… and a massive WWF wrestling event at the same time! The gang feels the whiplash of bouncing between a real life Vader vs. Jake “The Snake” match and Topanga’s (kinda sad) birthday party.

How was this classic episode shot, what’s up with that birthday song and what celebrity would make our hosts tongue-tied?

Follow along with every DDT, all the stanzas of poetry and each round of Twister with the McCluskey triplets - on an all new episode of Pod Meets World!

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TGI – Episode 408 “Dangerous Secret”

Thu, 22 Feb 2024 05:11:34 +0000

It’s time to recap a “very special episode” of Boy Meets World! Life finds a way when a special guest star strolls right out of Jurassic Park into Shawn’s trailer and Cory has a dilemma of conscience (and being a horned up teen).

Danielle, Will and Rider explore the season's expansive achievements, while Will thinks everything is mathematically connected and we get an update on the possible OJ jersey.

All that, and some serious CD changer talk, on the new Pod Meets World...

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TGI – Episode 407 “Singled Out”

Thu, 15 Feb 2024 05:00:00 +0000

It doesn’t get much more ‘90s than Boy Meets World crossing over with MTV’s Singled Out, when Eric starts looking for love amongst bad girls he keeps eliminating. And where else would this prize date go down other than at Chubbie’s - where Danielle notices something hanging on the wall that just can’t be real.

Also - the gang wonders what would happen if they walked into a college party today and Rider recounts his worst talk show experiences.

All this and you don’t even have to get your tonsils taken out! It’s a whole new episode of Pod Meets World.

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TGI – Episode 406 “Janitor Dad”

Thu, 08 Feb 2024 05:00:00 +0000

What happens when Chet finally gets a reliable job - but it’s as the janitor of his son’s high school? You get the signature BMW array of female characters of course!

An unforgettable (and musical) guest star has a massive presence on set, while another pulls no punches when it comes to bruising Will. But if that’s the reason for the new bonding between Wilderness Outpost managers, it was all worth it.

It’s a real Pasta Party, as the gang continues analyzing Season 4, this time with slightly different results…

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TGI – Episode 405 “Shallow Boy”

Thu, 01 Feb 2024 05:00:00 +0000

It’s time to pick your side of the bed and dive into an iconic Boy Meets World episode (are they all this way in Season 4?). The gang tackles a music-centric “Shallow Boy,” and can’t believe it’s a guest star’s first time on TV.

They cackle at the most meta joke yet, and remember a very entertaining table read. Also…wood.

Join in to analyze one of the funniest scripts yet, a moment for one of our hosts to brightly shine and a beloved new background actor, on a brand new Pod Meets World!

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TGI – Episode 404 “Fishing for Virna ”

Thu, 25 Jan 2024 06:56:56 +0000

CORKY RETURNS! This week things get heavy as we say hello to Shawn’s mom, Virna, and farewell to our favorite lunch lady from Speed.

Analyzing what could be a dramatic stage play, 2 hosts sing the script’s praises, while one can’t get over the daily breakfast buffet Amy is making. And we find out which Girl Meets World guest star was a bit of a…wild card.

The gang also tries to get to the bottom of a very confusing moment in the opening credits and find out that BMW truly is the show that will never die - on the newest episode of Pod Meets World…

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TGI – Episode 403 “I Ain’t Gonna Spray Lettuce No More”

Thu, 18 Jan 2024 05:00:00 +0000

Will the Season 4 streak continue, or will we find ourselves at a crossroads for an episode that was too “sitcom-y?” And why was everyone almost laughing??

Danielle experiences a breakthrough finally understanding a performance note from nearly 30 years ago - which is almost as old as Rider’s grappling hook.

And in a strong Alan & Amy storyline, we’re introduced to the Wilderness Store set, home of Will’s infamous “beef jerky story,” a moment that brought the Matthews men closer than ever.

All this - and strudel! - on a brand new episode of Pod Meets World…

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TGI – Episode 402 “Hair Today, Goon Tomorrow”

Thu, 11 Jan 2024 05:00:00 +0000

We’re only 2 episodes into season 4 and we’ve already reached one of the most iconic BMW moments of ALL TIME. It’s time to cut Topanga’s hair (and that’s not the only unforgettable storyline of the episode!).

We’re taking a ride through new and improved sets, outstanding guest stars and a script that makes the hosts say something they’ve never said before. And what does Indy Strong have to say about the Good Looking Guy?

Your mind will be blown when you find out how many iconic BMW quotes, scenes and GIFs are from THIS episode alone - a true classic is analyzed on Pod Meets World…

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TGI – Episode 401 “You Can Go Home Again ”

Thu, 04 Jan 2024 05:00:00 +0000

Bust out the sprinkles (or jimmies) cause it’s a brand new season of Pod Meets World! And…we have a fresh, and iconic, opening, with one cast member being too grumpy to stay long. You take a guess who it was.

The budget has increased and the set decorators appear busier than ever - even if they do only drive down one patch of Griffith Park over and over.

Find out why Rebecca Black is responsible for Danielle’s marriage and why you’ll never look at broccoli the same - it’s time to dig into Season 4 of Boy Meets World!!

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TGI – Episode 322 “Brother Brother ”

Thu, 14 Dec 2023 05:27:07 +0000

It's been quite a rollercoaster, but here we are - at the end of Season 3...and back at Kris Kyer's Christmas Corner!

Will, Danielle and Rider jump right into this Boy-centered episode, sending the "pooberty" confused little brother into a breakdown, when his family & friends are leaving him behind for the Summer. Throw in the infamous, yet barely seen, Feeny puppet and a bittersweet goodbye to an underused actor, and this one has a lot to recap.

Get your tight jeans, leather boots and tucked in button-up shirts ready for some hoops and get ready for REAL pigeons and Richard Jewel talk - it's time to close out another season on Pod Meets World!

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TGI – Episode 321 “The Happiest Show on Earth ” (PART 2)

Fri, 08 Dec 2023 05:00:00 +0000

We’re continuing to chase Topanga around Epcot with the thrilling conclusion of our Disney World episode recap!

The gang dives deeper than a dolphin tank into more memories, including some after hours Tower of Terror drops and what happens to the human brain after riding Splash Mountain 10 times in a row at 4 in the morning.Plus, we find out the origin of one of the most iconic Topanga outfits and if a guest star learned how to scuba dive for a 10 second scene!

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TGI – Episode 321 “The Happiest Show on Earth ” (PART 1)

Thu, 07 Dec 2023 05:00:00 +0000

The time has come for a quintessential moment in Boy Meets World history - the trip to Disney World. And now two of the episode’s stars (and another actor who is still bitter he wasn’t invited), break down all the BTS stories and analysis from 1995 Orlando.

Cory and Shawn chase Topanga to Florida for an episode guest starring Danielle’s real life best friend and the world’s sexiest Dolphin Trainer. It might be a fan favorite, but what will the gang think of this manic ride through corporate synergy?

They delve more into the theory of “serial killer Feeny” and what it’s like to be a child star in an empty Disney theme park.

And you know with an episode this BIG, we’re just getting started. Get ready for Part II tomorrow…

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TGI – Episode 320 “I Never Sang for My Legal Guardian”

Thu, 30 Nov 2023 05:00:00 +0000

Mr. Turner is on the cusp of petitioning for legal guardianship of Shawn, which seems like a good idea (and maybe a bit overdue?). While Eric is tutoring a fellow student at John Adams High, which seems like a terrible idea.

Chet makes a triumphant return to BMW, but our hosts wonder if his ulterior motives are obvious. And sadly, every episode gets us one step closer to the dreaded moment of “the accident,” even if our hosts have no idea when it actually happens.

Who accidentally spent $800 on sushi? And who got stuck in a running washing machine? Find out on the newest episode of Pod Meets World…NOW!

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TGI – Episode 319 “I Was a Teenage Spy”

Thu, 23 Nov 2023 05:00:00 +0000

Oh boy! Get ready for quite a recap as the gang tackles their first ever Boy Meets World time travel episode. It’s a fever dream of surreal insanity as Cory electrocutes himself back to the ‘50s and finally embraces the show’s Happy Days / Grease roots.

Can Rider see past his perfect hair to embrace the chaos? Will the trio figure out exactly who is, and isn’t, part of this dimension’s Matthews family? And what’s up with Topanga’s hunger for love?

And we hear the story of how Mr. Miyagi ended up in a cameo after the episode was already wrapped! Get ready to do The Twist and have a fake Russian accent on the newest Pod Meets World…

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TGI – Episode 318 “Life Lessons”

Thu, 16 Nov 2023 05:00:00 +0000

A new leather jacket gang has entered the BMW universe, and this one might have their sights set on killing Mr. Feeny! But whatever it takes to get a Bill Daniels focused episode is fine with us.

Danielle, Rider and Will analyze a cougar’s attack on Eric and wonder how many times the writers room watched Grease (or Grease 2).

Plus, which of the hosts would you bet has NEVER TP'd a house before??

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TGI – Episode 317 “The Pink Flamingo Kid”

Thu, 09 Nov 2023 06:02:05 +0000

The gang navigates through some plot holes and missed opportunities as season 3 progresses, and Shawn’s continued role as the true A story of the show takes center stage.

We meet more of Shawn’s family, who may or may not live in a swingers trailer park, and Eric wants to trash into gold.

All this - and Rider reveals the truth about the Shawn leather jacket 2.0, with proof that you don’t choose the jacket…the jacket chooses you!

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TGI – Episode 316 “Stormy Weather”

Thu, 02 Nov 2023 04:00:00 +0000

The gang is excited about this episode because it’s time to really dig into the "World" from Boy Meets World, with a focus on Eric and his dreams of being a Weatherman!

Mr. Tuner gives Shawn the ick after an awkward meet cute, Rusty appears to be done with finals (yet another actor seems busy with his this week) and there’s some very impressive “phacting,” all making this recap a must-hear.

Eric is turning 18, but everything is turning up a “10,” on this week’s Pod Meets World…

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TGI – Episode 315 “The Heart is a Lonely Hunter”

Thu, 26 Oct 2023 04:00:00 +0000

Leather jackets are an important talisman in the BMW universe, but this episode might reveal their true role: signs of “not boyfriend/girlfriend material.”

Rider takes us behind the scenes of a make out scene with an actor he’s known since he was 8 years old, and while the memories start to flow, he also fills us in on why his acting coach got banned from being on set!

Plus, Will experiences another instance of art imitating life, when Eric’s news station dilemma mimics an argument he had with his REAL parents!

And as if that’s not enough, Danielle discovers her childhood diary, and dives deeper into her hidden crush on Rider…

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TGI – Episode 314 “A Kiss is More Than a Kiss”

Thu, 19 Oct 2023 05:02:53 +0000

Danielle finally reappears and expands her kissing experience with another actor…but things don’t quite go as planned.

The gang holds nothing back when watching how Cory treats Topanga and are yearning for some Boris University merch.

A beloved character makes a return after a lengthy absence, and Danielle gets emotional while watching Eric and Feeny!

Plus, are “Prom fashion shows” a thing?? The questions keep coming on a new Pod Meets World…

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TGI – Episode 313 “New Friends and Old”

Thu, 12 Oct 2023 04:00:00 +0000

William Daniels is a consummate performer, and the most accomplished actor on the Boy Meets World set, but THIS episode marks the first time we see him *almost* break. Emphasis on ALMOST.

The gang bids farewell to Joey the Rat - but welcomes back Vader - who gets to flex some real acting muscle!

It’s the first episode after the Cory and Topanga break-up, but the script doesn’t seem to care. And who knew that Mr. Turner was from…Connecticut?

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TGI – Episode 312 “The Grass is Always Greener”

Thu, 05 Oct 2023 07:20:52 +0000

This episode is a big example of art imitating life, when Rider sees some familiar details in Cory and Topanga’s break-up. AND…that’s not where the similarities end! Rider shares a behind the scenes story of TWO dates visiting him on set at the same time!

Will the gang finally be all-in for Cory and Topanga, thanks to the work of a somewhat jarring, but emotional, montage? And what’s the latest update regarding the awkward Richard Dreyfuss encounter that Danielle still cringes about?

Plus, we hear more hilarious Tony Quinn stories and get an inside look at Will’s infamous “breaking face” on the newest Pod Meets World…

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TGI – Episode 311 “City Slackers”

Thu, 21 Sep 2023 05:02:12 +0000

We’ve got a winner! “City Slackers” is a pivotal episode for Rider and Will, because while one faced disciplinary action, the other worked with a “master magician” (and just wait until you hear more about that guy!)

We get a rare Feeny/Shawn storyline and Rider shares how his love of Counting Crows has forever connected him to the legendary band.

And you won’t believe the behind the scenes true story of Will’s final trick pool shot. It’s real life Boy Meets World folklore.

It’s time to bundle up and meet some ski lodge bunnies on this new episode of Pod Meets World!

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TGI – Episode 310 “Train of Fools”

Thu, 14 Sep 2023 04:05:53 +0000

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!!

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TGI – Episode 309 “The Last Temptation of Cory”

Thu, 07 Sep 2023 04:00:00 +0000

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...

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TGI – Episode 308 “Rave On”

Thu, 31 Aug 2023 04:00:00 +0000

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!

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