Pod Meets World – "The Season 6 Draft" (September 4, 2025)

Hosts: Danielle Fishel, Will Friedle, Ryder Strong
Podcast: Pod Meets World (iHeartPodcasts)

Overview

This special episode marks the end of the hosts’ rewatch and recap of Boy Meets World Season 6. Danielle, Will, and Rider engage in their annual tradition: the "Season Draft," where each selects their top five episodes from the season in snake order. The episode combines fun banter, behind-the-scenes nostalgia, and self-deprecating commentary about the show's more questionable episodes. Fans are invited to vote on which host picked the best "team" of episodes.

A surprise centerpiece of the episode is Danielle’s big announcement: she’s joining the upcoming season of Dancing with the Stars, and launching a new podcast to chronicle her adventure.

Key Discussion Points and Insights

Danielle Fishel’s Big Dancing with the Stars Reveal (03:54–14:13)

• Danielle shares the news that she has signed on for Dancing with the Stars after having turned down previous offers. The cast reacts with surprise and humor at how much Danielle takes on.
• She’ll be launching a related podcast, Danielle with the Stars, promising behind-the-scenes looks, backstage mishaps, and special guests, including Sabrina Bryan.
• Danielle describes her anxiety and excitement:

  “I am so excited. I have always wanted to do it… I knew I wanted that type of challenge.” (05:00, Danielle)

• Will and Rider poke fun at the idea of them participating:

  “I get told, stop dancing. Please stop moving. You should sit down.” (05:45, Will/Rider)

Drafting the Best (and Worst?) of Season 6 (19:27–58:18)

• The hosts reminisce on Season 6, noting it’s considerably less memorable than earlier seasons:

  “There’s not a single episode on my list that if one of you takes it, I’m gonna go, ‘Oh, come on. I wanted that one.’” (23:09, Will)

• The draft snake order: Danielle, Will, Ryder. Each picks five episodes.
• Strategies emerge:
  • Danielle leans into picking the most infamous or “cringe” episodes.
  • Will tries for legitimate quality and memorable moments.
  • Ryder aims for episodes that are bizarre or memorable, regardless of quality.

Episode Picks & Rationales

The selection reveals which episodes the cast feels stand out, for better or worse. Some notable moments:

• Danielle’s “race to the bottom” approach:

  “It’s a race to the bottom of the ocean.” (26:06, Danielle)

• Ryder’s criteria:

  “I’m going to go with episodes that are memorable. Even if they weren’t complete successes, they are defining episodes of Boy Meets World.” (38:29, Ryder)

• Will’s reflections:

  “I missed Feeny this season…It was a different dynamic.” (55:08, Will)

Selected Episodes (by host):

| Danielle’s Picks | Will’s Picks | Ryder’s Picks | |---------------------------------------|-------------------------------------|----------------------------------------| | Road Trip (Ep. 15) | Ain’t College Great (Ep. 3) | Cutting the Cord (Ep. 12) | | Resurrection (Ep. 17) | Getting Hitched (Ep. 14) | We’ll Have A Good Time Then (Ep. 13) | | You’re Married, You’re Dead (Ep. 8) | Santa’s Little Helpers (Ep. 11) | Be True (Ep. 19) | | Hogs and Kisses (Ep. 6) | His Answer, Pt. 1 (Ep. 1) | Better Than the Average Corey (Ep. 5) | | Truman Show (Ep. 10) | Her Answer, Pt. 2 (Ep. 2) | Everybody Loves Stewart (Ep. 7) |

• Danielle: “If you lined up my episodes and watched them in a row, you’d be like, what is this show?” (43:30, Danielle)
• Ryder: “I’m going to say…Just memorable and a little different.” (57:05, Ryder)
• Will: “Ain’t Season Mediocre.” (57:34, Will)

Season 6 Reflections and Critique (52:51–57:31)

• Consensus: Season 6 has strong moments but few standout episodes.
• Ryder:

  “This season was kind of treading water a little bit in terms of the through lines…” (53:19)

• Will adds the lack of Feeny and family moments was felt.
• Danielle’s take: There was missed opportunity to explore new storylines instead of fixating on Cory and Topanga’s wedding/engagement.

Notable Quotes & Memorable Moments

| Timestamp | Quote | Speaker | |-----------|------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|-----------------------| | 05:00 | “I am so excited. I have always wanted to do it… I knew I wanted that type of challenge.” | Danielle Fishel | | 07:29 | “That’s like saying gonorrhea is a break from the clap. Like, no, that’s not…” | Will Friedle | | 23:09 | “There’s not a single episode on my list that if one of you takes it, I’m gonna go, ‘Oh, come on.’” | Will Friedle | | 26:06 | “It’s a race to the bottom of the ocean.” | Danielle Fishel | | 38:29 | “I’m going to go with episodes that are memorable. Even if they weren’t complete successes, they are defining episodes of Boy Meets World.” | Ryder Strong | | 43:30 | “If you lined up my episodes and watched them in a row, you’d be like, what is this show?” | Danielle Fishel | | 53:19 | “This season was kind of treading water a little bit in terms of the through lines…” | Ryder Strong | | 55:08 | “I missed Feeny this season…It was a different dynamic.” | Will Friedle | | 57:34 | “Ain’t Season Mediocre.” | Will Friedle | | 57:31 | “Not weird. Unique.” | Danielle Fishel |

Timestamps for Important Segments

• 03:54–14:13: Danielle reveals she’s joining Dancing with the Stars and discusses starting her companion podcast.
• 19:27–26:08: Season 6 reflection and struggle to remember favorite episodes.
• 26:08–58:18: Snake draft of Season 6 episodes, with strategic banter and rationale.
• 52:51–55:46: Group critique of Season 6’s cohesiveness and writing.
• 55:46–57:34: Team name brainstorming and podcast wrap-up.

Conclusion

This highly self-aware, irreverent episode shows the trio at their best—affectionate, honest, and openly poking fun at themselves and their own legacy. The “Season 6 Draft” serves as both a playful critique and a nostalgic celebration, with Danielle’s Dancing with the Stars news adding a big shot of excitement for longtime fans.

Listeners are reminded to vote for their favorite draft team, and to look out for Danielle’s new podcast adventure.

Pod Meets World on Instagram: @podmeetsworldshow

Vote for your favorite draft!