
Pod Meets World's Will Friedle & Rider Strong were sitcom stars 30 years ago. The concept of reality TV is honestly pretty foreign to them. But when their best friend Danielle Fishel competed on Dancing with the Stars in 2025, the boys committed to watching their first TV dance competition, and quickly became addicted. And undeniable experts. That is, if you ask them.
With their podcast, Pod M... more
| Publishes | Twice weekly | Episodes | 43 | Founded | 6 months ago |
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Will and Rider are still on the fence about the show, and the success rate of the matchmakers isn’t helping.
Rider reveals which cast members he can see himself hanging out with, and we find out the wedding fashion faux pas that knocked Devin out of... more
After the endurance run that was In the City, Will and Rider might actually be invested in Married at First Sight - even if it makes them a bit uncomfortable.
Will is endeared to Adam's "douche level" but Rider thinks his long reality TV resumé is a... more
Two people set up in an unlikely arrangement, now have to figure out their feelings in real time as they enter into a lifelong commitment. Sure, that describes the relationship between Will & Rider with this podcast, but it's ALSO the premise of…Marr... more
They said it couldn’t be done. They said they wouldn’t survive. But somehow, Will and Rider entered the Bravo-sphere and lived to recap it. It’s the final episode of In The City Season 1, and it’s been quite an emotional journey.
Rider has a shocki... more
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At no point do I ever know where these recaps are going and I am here for it. Ending the episodes with a story about a true survivor or a philosophical concept is amazing. It can’t wait to see what show you guys do next.
Really good podcast
You both know nothing about the other 49 seasons of Survivor or Jeff’s On Fire podcast that dives deep into the production side since day one, so to think you could accurately assess season 50 is ludicrous. Painful to listen to because of inaccuracies. Never made it through a full episode because I’d get so mad at the lack of knowledge on these players past seasons, evolution of the game, etc. Love Pod Meets World though.
I love that they don’t know what’s happening in Survivor because I don’t either 🤣 it’s fun having a companion pod where they hosts have the same questions I do. Loved their DWTS and Traitors coverage too! Feels like hanging out with old friends at the water cooler
Love that u guys are reviewing because I just downloaded YouTube tv for free just so I could watch and I’m loving it and I love yall huge BMW fan so this is magic to my ears
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Two longtime friends-turned-critics dive into unscripted TV, starting with dance-floor competition and other reality-format staples. They bring loose, humorous banter and fresh perspectives as they recap and critique shows like Dancing with the Stars, Traitors, Survivor, and other reality formats, often integrating personal anecdotes about fame, friendship, and pop culture. The dynamic is built on curiosity, accessible commentary, and a self-described journey from unfamiliarity to thoughtful analysis, offering a relatable entry point for new viewers while delivering entertaining, opinionated takes for seasoned reality-TV fans. A notable angle is their cross-genre curiosity—tackling industry conversations and storytelling mechanics with a pl... more
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