Pod Meets World

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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In a family full of superheroes, just be yourself!

Will and Sabrina are watching “Up, Up and Away” starring Robert Townsend, Michael J. Pagan and Sherman Hemsley.

This film premiered in 2000 as a Disney Channel Original Movie. 

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The TGIF Multiverse expands when Candace Cameron Bure makes the leap from Full House to Boy Meets World! Candace is joining the gang and ready to talk about the most surprising role of her career: Ushkar, the Queen of Malevolence and daughter of Evil!

We hear the true story of the “rivalry” between TGIF shows and find out if Candace would still audition for a role that has her answering to Satan.

Plus, they compare experiences on “very special episodes,” handle weight issues as famous teens and dissect the deep voice of possession - on a major crossover event for Pod Meets World!

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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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Prom didn’t really go as she planned… Will and Sabrina are watching “Susie Q” starring Amy Jo Johnson and Justin Wahlin. 

This film premiered in 1996 as a Disney Channel Premiere Film, followed by its debut as a Disney Channel Original Movie in 1997. 

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It’s been awhile since a Q&A episode, so it’s time to turn the spotlight over to YOU! Danielle, Will and Rider are ready to go face to face with fans, for the first time ever on the show, and answer all questions about Boy Meets World, the podcast and beyond.

Find out what the gang would change about BMW, but you better prepare…because you’ll be shocked at Danielle’s answer. Plus, we hear stories of the unexpected celebrities who turn into total fangirls around our hosts! 
We’re taking things back to the fans on an all-new Pod Meets World!

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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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We rock, we rock on! Will and Sabrina are watching the summer hit “Camp Rock” starring Demi Lovato, Joe Jonas, Nick Jonas and Kevin Jonas.

This film premiered in 2008 as a Disney Channel Original Movie. 

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There are so many people, doing many different jobs to bring an episode of Boy Meets World to life, and this week we’re getting to know one of the most crucial parts of the process, Production Coordinator for all 7 seasons of the show, Russell Dague!

Russell had a unique perspective while making BMW, as everything went through his office, and the gang now gets to hear all the BTS details! You might be surprised with how smoothly everything ran… until it didn’t. 

While giving us advice on how to break into the industry on the production side, he also graciously let us know how to avoid almost getting run over by a disgruntled PA, on an all-new, "how the sausage was made," installment of Pod Meets World!

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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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Take a bite out of the bad guys! Will and Sabrina are watching “You Lucky Dog” starring Kirk Cameron and Chelsea Noble.

This film premiered in 1998 as a Disney Channel Original Movie. 

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After saying farewell to Minkus for season 2, our hosts were captivated by another class nerd, only to find out later that the actor was a member of the exclusive Boy Meets World 3-timers club. He may have played multiple characters on the show, but in real life Jonathan C. Kaplan was by far the most accomplished child actor the set had ever seen.
The gang is hanging out with the Tony nominated thespian and sharing stories, including how Rider was responsible for the most heartbreaking moment of Jonathan's career. 

Find out what he remembers from his three visits to John Adams High School, and how he's now paying it forward with a whole new group of kids with dreams, on a brand new Pod Meets World!

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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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Poets, geniuses, revolutionaries… Will and Sabrina are recapping the musical comedy “Lemonade Mouth” starring Brigit Mendler, Adam Hicks and Hayley Kiyoko.

This film premiered in 2011 as a Disney Channel Original Movie.

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This week the gang is talking to a living legend - talent agent Judy Savage, a trailblazing industry insider who had her hand in the careers of Emma Stone, Shailene Woodley, Danika McKellar, Jodie Sweetin, Aly & AJ, Larisa Oleynik, Hillary Swank and, our very own, Danielle & Rider. 

Find out what a talent agent really does, how instrumental Judy was in Danielle’s SECOND Boy Meets World contract, and hear what it takes to stand out with that all-important "It factor."

The agent that “broke the back of Disney” is ready to tell all - on an all-new Pod Meets World!

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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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We’re all in this together and the time has finally come for Will and Sabrina to watch the DCOM classic “High School Musical” starring Zac Efron, Vanessa Hudgens, Ashley Tisdale and Corbin Bleu!

This film premiered in 2006 as a Disney Channel Original Movie. 

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The thing about The Centre…is you never really leave. 

The gang circles back to “Cult Fiction” to chat with guest star Tamara Mello, aka Sherri, about what it was to like appear on one of the most iconic, and absurd, episodes of Boy Meets World ever.

Tamara also shares some behind the scenes memories from her time in the ‘90s classic, “She’s All That,” and stories from working with a young Ryan Murphy on the TV show, “Popular.” And even though she stepped away from acting a few years ago, it appears things can always change.

Some of you BMW fans are apparently STILL mad at her for luring Shawn into a cult, but we couldn’t be happier to talk to this very fun guest on an all-new Pod Meets World!

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The gang has been on the road for “The Kids Wanna Jump! Tour” for the last year and somehow they just wandered into a podcast studio in the back of Queenie’s, a bar in North Carolina.

Hear about the joys of Buc-ees, what happens when a live show goes wrong and the sticker shock of renting a venue couch. What were their favorite costumes? What cities had the loudest fans? Will there be anymore shows? So we have your front row seat ready - please try not to throw up - it’s time for a road trip edition of Pod Meets World!

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Before we approach Season 5, we’re taking a Summer vacation without parents…or counselors…or rules!!! Member of the Boy Meets World 3-timers Club, Hillary Tuck, returns to help the gang recap the oft-mentioned 1994 classic “Camp Nowhere!”

Hillary takes us behind the scenes and into the cabins at Camp Nowhere for the gang’s first viewing, and reveals that Christopher Lloyd didn’t really want to hang out with dozens of wild child actors.

We hear some unsurprising stories about who Andrew Keegan kissed on set, though a shorter list might be who Andrew *didn’t* kiss.

And Hillary offers some honest critiques on Camp Nowhere, now through the lens of an adult acting coach.

This summer…we look back at a movie that starred most of Young Hollywood at the time, AND the Bee Girl from the Blind Melon video, on an all-new Pod Meets World!

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Poof! Will and Sabrina are watching “The Poof Point” starring Tahj Mowry, Mark Curry and Dawnn Lewis. 

The film premiered in 2001 as a Disney Channel Original Movie.

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We’re collecting Walt Disney World episode cast members like Infinity Stones, and this week we’re talking to the sexiest dolphin trainer who’s ever lived, guest star Debbe Dunning!

The gang FINALLY gets an answer to the question that’s been bugging them for months: did Debbe have to live amongst sea creatures for months in order to fully understand her cameo?

Debbe also shares the real-life Cory and Topanga moment she experienced while filming, how she became an iconic part of Home Improvement, the most popular show of the time, and why Pamela Anderson returning to Tool Time made for a very awkward week.

We might not be able to speak dolphin, but we certainly can understand how inspirational Debbe is - on an all-new Pod Meets World!

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Now that season 4 is wrapped, recapped and unpacked, it’s time to look back on the “golden age” of Boy Meets World with our podcast pals, Ceej and Tony from Bruh Meets World!

We take a step back to discuss the shift of the “boy” in Boy Meets World and ponder on why they think season 4 is the best Cory we’ll ever get!

But as always with Pod Meets World, the recap is really all about the journey - so the gang delves into some self-reflection to close out another sensational block of shows. 

It’s time to get ready for Season 5!

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Get ready, get set, go back! Will and Sabrina are watching “Minutemen” starring Jason Dolley, Luke Benward, Nicholas Braun and Chelsea Kane!

The film premiered in 2008 as a Disney Channel Original Movie.

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Somehow they’ve done it. No matter how long they thought it would take - they’ve finished Season 4. And they loved it! So much so, they’ve decided to bring back Jeff McCracken, the man who directed EVERY episode from the season and knows some of the real reasons it was so gosh darn iconic.

Jeff reveals some of his favorite moments, along with a handful of behind the scenes, never before heard secrets. You may even find out the real reason why so many background actors looked shockingly familiar.

Plus, Jeff gets vulnerable and shares the real life inspiration behind one of the most emotional episodes of BMW. Look back on season 4 with the man who helmed it all - this week on Pod Meets World!

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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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Will and Sabrina are watching “The B.R.A.T. Patrol” starring Sean Astin, Tim Thomerson and Jason Presson.

It premiered in 1986 as part of ABC's Magical World of Disney.

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It’s time to get to know the Eric to Rider’s Cory, with Rider’s IRL brother, Shiloh Strong! The former child actor, and unicyclist, shares as many embarrassing childhood stories as we can cram into one podcast and gives us a virtual trip to Redwood Shire in the '90s. 

Shiloh also takes us behind the scenes of “The Strong Brothers Magic Show” and reveals the Hollywood moment with a limo and a yellow trench coat detective that fatefully brought the brothers to Los Angeles.

We also ask about Hillary Tuck, the grappling hook and why Shiloh might be the key to a perfect dating app photo. Join us for a very Strong new installment of Pod Meets World!

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

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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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It’s a merman! Will and Sabrina are watching “The Thirteenth Year” starring Chez Starbuck, Dave Coulier and Courtnee Draper.

The film premiered in 1999 as a Disney Channel Original Movie.

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You turn the podcast on, you turn the podcast up and Lisa Loeb is on Pod Meets World! The '90s music legend joins the gang to look back on the 30th anniversary of "Stay," and help make Rider’s boyhood dreams come true. 

We hear all the details of how her song ended up in the movie “Reality Bites," how Ethan Hawke shot the legendary video and the struggles of life as a female artist in the '90s. 

And what's a trip down memory lane without a little Lilith Fair talk?
On Pod Meets World, we only hear what we want to… and this week we want to hear Lisa Loeb!

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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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Will and Sabrina are “Cruisin’ for a Bruisin’” as they watch “Teen Beach Movie” starring Ross Lynch and Maia Mitchell!

The film premiered in 2013 as a Disney Channel Original Movie.

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Sometimes a Boy Meets World guest star’s performance will leave a lasting impression on everyone…except the guest star themselves! Lindsay McKeon, a.k.a. Libby Harper, joins the gang to look back on her “The Last Temptation of Cory" role, but Lindsey admits she didn’t even recognize herself!
Lindsey also digs into some Saved By the Bell: The New Class stories and opens up about body image as a child star in the '90s. And to catch us up to speed on her career now, she walks us through life post-acting and why one of her biggest challenges was deciding when to quit. 
All this - and Stevie Nicks - on an all new Pod Meets World!

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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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Not one, not two, but FIVE babies!! Will and Sabrina are watching “Quints” starring Kimberly J. Brown, Daniel Roebuck, Elizabeth Morehead and Jake Epstein.

The film premiered in 2000 as a Disney Channel Original Movie.

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We’re jumping off the top rope and back into the ring, when wrestling legend Bruce Prichard joins the gang to reminisce about one of the most memorable moments in Boy Meets World history.

Bruce not only appeared in "Sixteen Candles and 400-pound Men" as his alter-ego, Brother Love, he was the poor soul tasked with producing the in-ring scenes on the wrestling side. What does he remember as a rare outside producer? How did he pull it off? And just how mad was Jake "The Snake" Roberts that he had to perform for a sitcom? 
Bruce also explains how the world of pro wrestling became his career, shares some of his incredible creative touches in the WWE and lets us know who he thinks is the next household name from the squared circle.

We’re going for the championship belt with a legendary name in wrestling...on a new Pod Meets World!

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It’s the morning after our Matthews House slumber party and it’s breakfast time!
 
While the gang eats some of Rider’s famous croissants, we look back at our favorite memories from the sleepover, why “Face/Off” is a masterpiece, and the brilliance of “Scary Stories to Tell In the Dark” (no Fartknocker).

So pull up a chair, watch the sunrise and have some turkey bacon, before Me Tie Dough-Ty Walker gets you! Pod Meets World is part of a Balanced Breakfast ™️

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We’re into the wee hours of our sleepover at the REAL Matthews house, and it’s time to call it a night. But before the lights go out, the gang has decided to take things out to the tent in the front yard (because of course Rider brought a tent. And has 4 others at home).

The flashlights turn on and the sound of nature (helicopters) takes over as the gang shares some embarrassing sleepover stories from growing up! We survive a lice outbreak, we find out what it takes to get a pickup from the parents and we hear a story of a malevolent spirit who is more intense than Bloody Mary or Pennywise…with a name you’ll never forget. 
 
Pull out your blankie because we saved a spot for you on another special sleepover episode of Pod Meets World!

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Will and Sabrina are watching the Emmy winning film “The Color of Friendship” starring Shadia Simmons and Lindsey Haun.

The film premiered in 2000 as a Disney Channel Original Movie.

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The Matthews House sleepover rages on, and no ‘90s sleepover with Rider & Will could take place without…Magic: The Gathering.

With a special customized Pod Meets World deck, the boys finally teach Danielle about special relics and legendary creatures, whether she likes it or not.
 
So come sit with us on the floor, and don’t forget to untap, on a magical, and giddy, edition of Pod Meets World!

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Our sleepover at the REAL Matthews house continues and it’s time to turn on the VCR! We’re kicking the energy up with our friend Andrew Keegan to recap his infamous workout tape, Boxarate!

Thanks to an eBay purchase, they’ll take you through every punch and kick while Andrew shares some behind the scenes stories.
 
Plus, we make a surprise call to find out why Rider’s family has a bizarre connection to Boxarate. And - whatever happened to Funkarate???
 
All you need is discipline, some attitude… the RIGHT attitude….and you’ll be in shape in no time - on Pod Meets World!

And you can watch Boxarate for free - just click here! 

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We’re having an actual slumber party, on location at the *real* Matthews house, and Will brought along his TV parents. William “Rusty” Russ (a.k.a. Alan) and Betsy Randle (a.k.a. Amy) are hanging out with the gang in a very familiar setting to share some never-before-heard memories and insight.

Hear Betsy and Russ’ first impressions of the kids, what the adults REALLY did after the cameras stopped rolling and see if you can beat them in a round of BMW trivia.

This is one slumber party where you WANT the parents around, because we’re staying up late on a very special Pod Meets World!

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It’s movie night! Will and Sabrina are watching “The Leftovers” starring John Denver, Cindy Williams and Andrea Barber.

It premiered in 1986 as part of ABC's Magical World of Disney.

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Let’s be honest here - we’ve met a lot of Boy Meets World guest stars with some impressive resumés, but this week the gang reconnects with a friend who already had a blockbuster movie under his belt at age 7! 

It’s time to talk to Justin Cooper, who played Erics girlfriend’s son, Ryan, in “Uncle Daddy,” AND, more notably, shared the screen with Jim Carrey in “Liar Liar.”

Justin talks of Will’s incredible offscreen talent and Danielle’s co-star kindness, while also revealing the Batmobile in Jim Carrey’s backyard.

Find out what it was like for one of the most recognizable child stars of the ‘90s and why Justin and (producer/husband of this podcast) Jensen go all the way back to the days of frosted tips! It’s time for another memorable Pod Meets World…

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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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Reporting to the dairy factory! Will and Sabrina are watching “Cow Belles” starring Aly and AJ Michalka.

The film premiered in 2006 as a Disney Channel Original Movie.

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Season 4 has brought the gang through some truly iconic Boy Meets World moments, and now we get a peek into the writers room for some insight into such a glorious time for Cory, Shawn, Topanga and Eric.

Writer / Producer Jeff Sherman is back on Pod Meets World to explain some of the most memorable storylines and sensitive topics that set BMW apart from every other show on TV.

Hear all about how the sausage was made for Season 4, what really went on in the writer’s room and why we need more appreciation for The Monkees - on this week’s Pod Meets World!

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