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Pod Meets Twirl'd

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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.

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Latest Episodes

Will and Rider are still castaways on Survivor 50 island, but has Rider been able to successfully convert Will into a die-hard fan of the show?

After recovering from the disappointing definition of a “tribe swap,” our hosts marvel at the overwhelmi... more

With Will out this week, a new castaway is stepping in to give Rider a firsthand look at what really goes down on Survivor, as Season 49 fan-favorite Sophi Balerdi breaks down Episode 3 of the already iconic Season 50.

While they analyze the strate... more

It’s only episode two of Survivor 50, and alliances are already taking shape! Will and Rider are quickly becoming Island Experts - but the game still has a few lessons in store.

A contestant was medically pulled and another was overcome with emotio... more

Will and Rider’s recap of the monumental season premiere of Survivor 50 continues!

They’re not competing in Fiji, but they are facing a challenge of their own; Can they make it through a 3-HOUR episode??

Some familiar faces return to the island, ... more

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Recent Guests

Sophi Balerdi
Finalist from Survivor Season 49
Survivor (Contestant)
Episode: Pod Meets Twirl'd: Survivor 5003 with Sophi Balerdi
Chad Kultgen
Reality TV expert and author of 'How to Win the Bachelor'
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Episode: Pod Meets Twirl'd: Reality Tactics with Chad Kultgen
Ben Mandelker
Co-host of the Watch What Crappens podcast, reality TV expert
Watch What Crappens
Episode: Pod Meets Twirl'd: Turret Talk with Ben Mandelker (Watch What Crappens)
Michael Rapaport
Actor and reality TV contestant
Episode: Pod Meets Twirl'd: The Traitors 405

Hosts

Will Friedle
Co-host known for his comedic insights and reflections on reality TV culture, with a history in sitcom acting.
Rider Strong
Co-host who brings a thoughtful perspective on unscripted television, with a background in acting.

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 35 ratings
  • Love it but

    I love Will and Rider together, Dancing with the Stars was great and their commentary on the Traitors was great but I don’t watch Survivor and don’t have that channel.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    sprattastic
    United States7 days ago
  • Love but…

    Love that you’re watching Survivor season 50, but I think some Survivor research is much needed. There are little mistakes that are understandable such as Coach’s first season wasn’t the one where he had his tribe praying. But, the biggest mistake was defining the new era. The new era starts with season 41 when production was able to start up with the pandemic. Jeff has a famous quote that’s like “drop the 4, keep the 1.” They had more time to think about season 41, so they made some more drasti... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    jen_susik
    United States22 days ago
  • My favorite pod

    I watch DWTS and Traitors, so this has been one of my favorite pods for a while. Chad Kultgen’s podcasts are some of my other favorites, so I absolutely loved and enjoyed the intersection this week. Looking forward to Survivor!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Supermodeloftheworld
    United Statesa month ago
  • Amazing podcast!

    I’m recommending this to everyone I know! Who knew I wanted to hear Rider and Will talk reality tv? But now I seriously cannot get enough! From DWTS to traitors. The boys are killing it. It’s a perfect commentary. I will follow them to any reality show they watch. It’s my favorite podcast!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    lclawb
    United Statesa month ago
  • Love this!

    This is the perfect podcast when I’m folding clothes, cleaning, cooking dinner, etc. I love hearing their opinions on Dancing with the Stars and The Traitors. It’s relevant, fun, and a nice break from reality!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    lisc2019
    United States2 months ago

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#231
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#217
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Pod Meets Twirl'd: Reality Tactics with Chad Kultgen
Q: What percentage would you say of reality show contestants go on just to get followers?
Chad asserts 100% of reality show contestants are motivated at least partly by a desire to gain followers.
Pod Meets Twirl'd: Reality Tactics with Chad Kultgen
Q: Have you ever thought about being on reality TV?
Chad shares that he applied for 'The Civilian Traitors' but did not hear back, speculating that the producers didn't want someone who was an expert on the game.
Pod Meets Twirl'd: Turret Talk with Ben Mandelker (Watch What Crappens)
Q: How did you become this Bravo expert?
I moved to Los Angeles to be a writer and began blogging about TV, eventually creating a podcast and gaining momentum in the digital space as an expert in reality TV.

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The episodes explore the realm of reality television, primarily focusing on the popular series 'Traitors'. Hosts share their humorous and insightful perspectives on the social dynamics, strategies, and personal interactions that unfold within the competitive reality TV landscape. Their conversations reflect on broader themes of betrayal, alliances, and the emotional stakes involved in such unscripted formats. With a blend of analysis and personal anecdotes, they aim to provide listeners with an engaging mix of recap and commentary, all while navigating their own unfamiliarity with the genre. This unique angle appeals to fans of reality TV and those looking for a light-hearted yet informed take on the genre's evolving narrative.

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