Welcome to Girl Meets World
Aug 13, 2026 · 39m
Summary
Will Friedel celebrates his 50th birthday, sharing stories about Benihana traditions and his upcoming party featuring Boy Meets World cast members. The hosts reflect on the year 2000-2001, discussing Will’s difficult experience on Go Fish and Danielle’s personal struggles. They also revisit the initial, tense casting meetings for Girl Meets World with creator Michael Jacobs, contrasting their adult perspectives with their childhood experiences on the original series.
Topics discussed
Intro and Ad Breaks (Simple Mills, McCormick, Famous Footwear, AT&T)
Will's Birthday: Benihana, Hibachi Grills, and a Fishy Bathtub Story
Will's 50th Birthday Party Plans and Boy Meets World Cast Reunion
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8 Ad and 90s Nostalgia
Simple Mills and AT&T Small Business Grant Ads
Recalling the Show 'Sabrina the Teenage Witch' and Working with Kieran Culkin
Ally Bank Ad and Ryder's Trip to Spain After Boy Meets World
Walmart Plus and Joy Baby Gear Ads
Ryder's Audition Fail and Shooting 'Eyes of Fire' in Spain
Danielle's Move to Beverly Hills and Career Hiatus (2000-2001)
Food Preferences, Simple Mills Ad, and Joy Baby Gear Promo
The Girl Meets World Reboot: Casting Lunch and Michael's Behavior
Learning from Danielle and Michael's Creative Control on the Reboot
Past Dinners, Weddings, and Expectations for Girl Meets World
Outro, Simple Mills Ad, Lowe's Ad, and Mybo Eye Drops Ad
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